Times palace

by Gambler-of-time

Rating: everyone
Tags: Tragedy, Sunset Shimmer, Twilight Sparkle (EqG), Midnight Sparkle, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Mystery, Other, Romance, Equestria Girls, Sunset Shimmer (Demon)
Length: 11101

To get the crown sunset managed to strike a deal with the devil and win against his son

Once, Sunset Shimmer made a risky bet with the devil. She won, but it came at a price. Winning gave her the powers of the "She-Demon," and that's how everything started going downhill. After that, she caused a lot of chaos, and eventually, that demon side got sent back to hell. But now, the demon’s back, angrier than ever, with a list of demands. First on that list? He makes Sunset go find an old friend she thought she'd never see again. It’s clear that whatever this friend has, it’s key to his big plan – and if she doesn’t get it, well, things are about to get a lot worse.
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Quick authors note
Some external characters are there
And
Thanks to savant for proof reading this. Check out his story guardians of harmony it’s a great story.

Published 2024-05-21 15:50:01 UTC
Last updated 2025-02-09 03:44:21 UTC

The night of belial

"Once in a million years, only this night comes. I feel this night. This night of Belial has returned! Now, I only have 1 month. And, I know just who can get me the 8 keys. Beware, Sunset Shimmer, for I am returning tonight for a month," said the dark figure. He then turned into a ball of darkness and disappeared.
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In an RV:
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"Come on! Tonight is the final soccer match. I didn’t even bring my phone. Please, let’s go. The fair will be there tomorrow as well," said Rainbow Dash, trying her best to convince the others to go back.

"Actually, some legends say that tonight is when the first demon king, Belial, came to Earth, thus making this the darkest night. This night only comes once in a million years when all the planets align and three special constellations appear: the Eyed Octopus, the Lion's Mane, and the Red Goblet. The fair is known as the Sweet Fair because Constantine the Great forced the demon king into a sweet which he then threw into hell," said Twilight, who was petting Spike, who was sleeping on her lap. She was trying her best to control her sorrow.

"Thanks to you, now the Sweet Fair doesn’t sound very sweet," said Sunset, who was driving since it was her turn and Applejack was sleeping. She was trying her best to control her happiness.

A lot had happened to Sunset and Twilight in the past week. For Sunset, things have been looking up. She has recently found out that her love is Adagio Dazzle. In the past, through fierce battles, they had been redeemed. Adagio and Sunset had their first date a week ago. This would be their second date. Pinkie and Sonata also started dating a month ago. While Aria says she would prefer to be single for the rest of her life. At the fair, the plan is that Sunset and Adagio will go on their own separate date for the day. Pinkie would go with Sonata separately as well. Aria would be with the rest of the group for the day. As for Twilight's love interest, things have been looking more like six feet under for her love choice. Timber Spruce was going to his home from a party. He was driving a bike. He was drunk. He drank nearly three bottles of rum. He had an accident. He did not survive this time. Here, Twilight decided she would only date someone who never drinks alcohol or smokes cigarettes.

"Anyways, I have to buy some silk for my latest collection," said Rarity while applying nail polish to her nails. She was excited since a lot could happen there for a fashion designer.

Everyone was trying their best to ignore Rainbow. But just then...

"Come on, please! I can go home and you all can go to the fair," said Rainbow Dash.

And that was the final straw.

"That’s it, Rainbow, you have been complaining since we got on the road. We all, Pinkie went with you without complaining. Why can’t you?" screamed Fluttershy, due to which poor Spike woke up.

"I am sorry," said Rainbow Dash, who was trying to think of all the fun they would have there.

"Anyways… Twilight, I thought you didn’t believe in this stuff?" asked Sunset, who was curious.

"After midnight started to reappear in my dreams… I believe this stuff more than ever," said Twilight, who was trying to calm Spike down since he woke up suddenly and vomited.

"What?! How is she reappearing?! What’s is she saying to you?" asked Sunset, who was about to start panicking.

"If I knew how she is coming back, I would have stopped her. But she says that some powerful enemy is coming. Someone who can create with a snap and destroy with a blink of an eye. I have no idea who can be this powerful."

"I don’t give a shit who it is. Our magic can toast anyone with wrong intentions," said Applejack, who was now awake due to all the commotion.

"Yeah," said Sunset, who then started to think.
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In her thoughts:

"It can’t be. He wouldn’t. There’s no way he returned. If he has returned then I need to be very careful."

Then she had a flashback. There was a giant monster/demon who was devouring everything in its path. Then with a flaming kick, a boy ended the creature. Then the boy came to Sunset and said, "Come on, we can’t let anyone see us."

She then started to think. "And he was just 4 then. If it’s him, I have no choice but to tell Adagio the truth first. Then I will tell the others. But then he only said he never wants to see me again, so why would he come here? He will never come here. But then who is this evil? And why is Midnight helping Twilight?"
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Suddenly:
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Sunset got a sharp shooting headache. "Hey, Applejack, mind starting to drive again? I need to lay down, I am having a shit of a headache. I have not had one like this since..." Then she realized why she was getting a headache. "Well, I don’t know since when," said Sunset, trying to hide something.

"How much longer?!" screamed Pinkie Pie literally right next to Sunset's ear, which resulted in her fainting.
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In a dark secluded corner of Sunset's mind:
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"Hello? Is anybody there?" asked Sunset. She kept on asking for a while, but then...

"Hello, Sunset. It’s been a while," said the figure.

"I knew it was you, what do you want?"

"Exactly what Midnight wants... yours and Twilight’s survival."
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Back in the real world:
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"Sunset!" screamed Twilight at the top of her voice.

Applejack panicked and parked on the roadside immediately.

"What happened to her?!" asked Applejack, really worried.

"Rarity, call Adagio here now!" said Rainbow.

"On it!"
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On the phone:
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"Hello! Adagio?"

"Yeah, hey Rarity what’s up, where you, my guess would be almost here?"

"Su-sunset, she-she fainted all of a sudden," said Rarity, almost crying.

"Did you check her BP?

The past

Author's Note

Sry for the short chapter I have fractured my arm so I can’t type much.
Hope you liked it ☺️

The past

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“So your leaving?” Asked the mysterious person.
“Yes.”replied sunset shimmer. “How did you find out?”
“He told me.”replied the person. “It’s funny you know…. Tell my friend but not me?” Asked the person. Anyways… your leaving… never come back. Until you need it.” Said the person.
“I don’t plan to.”

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Back in the present
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“That was it, the last thing I said to him…” I don’t plan to.”…I am confident it won’t be him. Another secret I can hide.” Thought sunset.
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The past.
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“I hate death said.” 11 year old sunset. After listening her friend died.
“Life is only liked because it’s the beautiful lie, and death is hated because it’s the ugly truth. There is no other difference. If you will die, what’s the point of living? Look life is unfair for everyone but death is fair for everyone.”said the other kid
“Easy for you to say you don’t have a single friend.” Said sunset
“So? Yes I do use people for my personal agendas to become more powerful. What can you do to stop me?” Said the other kid
“I will stop you.”said sunset.
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In the present
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“Lets see what happens” whispered sunset before apple jack stopped the car to park.

11 years ago…

After half an hour of sunset explaining certain things about a person adagio they finally started to discuss
“I was just 11 then…
Where I really came from was not equestria it was another world… there once a child whether girl or boy crossed the age of 10…would be given powers…certain elements would come forward and chose them. Him and I both of us got one common element. The element of fire. I got memory and fire while he got… he got.” And sunset started to laugh hysterically.” He got 6 he got, fire, life, death, light, dark and his favourite…. Time!” Said sunset.

Aurora’s wave

In twilight’s mind….
“Twilight you have done all I could ask from you but now you must listen to me without hesitation.” Said midnight
“Why now?!” Screamed twilight. “My friends need my help out ther-“ twilight was cut short due to midnight.
“I called you here to help your friends.” Calmly said midnight.
“What?” Said twilight slowly controlling her anger.

“You know that everything has its opposite. Fire-Water,Time-Space,Earth-Air,Good-Bad. So even I have my opposite. But first you must understand how you created me and how you can create her. I am your restlessness, your anger, your jealousy, your lust for power and your craziness for science. So my opposite should be your calmness since without that good has no power over evil. That’s the only reason daydream shimmer defeated me. To calm your self when you wake up, meditate. Yes I know you already meditate, but this time focus on space and inner peace. And, now, you must transform into aurora sparkle.

The prophecy of the 17

“In twilight's veiled embrace, seventeen valiant souls
Doth venture through eight dimensions, elusive and vast.
Echoes of champions and their discordant counterparts
Do seek the keys that bindeth balance.

Across realms of hidden harmony and shadowed trials,
Unity is sorely tested as kin doth clash
For the scales that weigheth good against evil.

As their odyssey nears its end, a fateful choice
Doth loom in the ether:
The victor's decision, whether to embrace darkness
For dominion, or upholdeth light
For eternal harmony.” Said Nero

“Who are the other 10?” Asked sunset shaking realising she has no choice.
“Three of them is your girlfriend and her two sisters.” Replied Nero
“Still, seven more.” Said sunset still not out of shock. Her mind was racing her heart. She was thinking and praying for it to not be….Him.

“You know who. You know his name. You, have known him and his six friends since you can remember.” Said Nero confident.
“I won’t be going to him… I won’t.” Said sunset trying to hold back her tears.
“You don’t get a choice.” Said Nero and disappeared into the night sky.

Sunset broke that was the final straw. First she lost one of her closest friends. Then she almost lost her girlfriend. And now she has to retrace her steps all the way back to HIM.
“I lost again. It’s all my fault.” Said sunset crying.“I got so many killed. It’s all my fault.” Screamed sunset.
“Who are you talking about?” Asked Fluttershy.
“Someone I knew since I was… young.” Replied sunset trying to hold back her tears once again.
“But who?” Asked aria
“You will know in a weeks time.”
“At least tell his name.” Said Sonata.
“Yea, sunshine just tell us his name.” Said adagio
“H-he goes by the name Silas shadow storm.”Said sunset with hate in her words.
“How do we get to him?” Asked rainbow controlling a wave of emotions.
“Sunset it’s not only your fault it’s equally mine. Just tell us how to get to him. Let’s go at once.” Said twilight.
Sunset looked into twilights eyes with absence of understanding. “Through equestria.” Said sunset after suppressing her emotions.
“Then let the travel begin.” Said applejack confident as always.

Author's Note

Well, get ready for arc 2…

The travel.

Chapter 16

In the depths of a dimly lit room, the air hung heavy with anticipation. Shadows clung to the walls, and the faint scent of aged wood mingled with something electric. A figure rose from the depths of darkness, his tall frame cutting an imposing silhouette against the sparse illumination.

His hair, a deep indigo, cascaded like liquid night, the strands flowing gracefully around his shoulders. Silver highlights threaded through it, catching the faint light and shimmering like distant stars. But it was his eyes that commanded attention—a striking blend of red and gold, glowing fiercely as if holding the embers of a dying sun. They pierced through the gloom, radiating an intensity that seemed to draw the very shadows toward him.

As he stood, the atmosphere shifted, the weight of his presence palpable. The room felt smaller, and the silence thickened around him, broken only by the soft rustle of his dark coat as he moved.

A voice broke through the stillness, hesitant yet steady. “Are you ready?” The speaker took a cautious step forward, eyes wide, unable to tear themselves away from his piercing gaze.

He regarded them for a moment, the corners of his mouth curving slightly, though it didn’t quite reach his eyes. “Yes,” he said, his voice smooth and low, reverberating with an unspoken power.

With that, he turned, his silhouette melding into the shadows as he stepped further into the darkness, leaving behind a lingering sense of dread and awe. The room returned to silence, the air thick with unspoken questions.

Equestria

Sunset woke up suddenly. She was now in a dusty library she knew that she is in equestria because of how most of her friends looked. Adagio, sonata, aria, twilight and sunset herself were still in their human form. The rest were in the pony form. And slowly they all woke up. They all had a splitting headache and the vision was heavily blurry.
“Wha- where are we?” Asked rainbow. ”Last time princes twilight’s castle was more shiny and purple right?”
“Yes it was.” Replied sunset who was seeing around.”I think this is the hidden library which has info on well… pretty much everything.” She pulled a book and a door opened she turned to see her friends and they nodded for her to continue. She stepped through and reached the corridor of cantrelot castle.

They made their way to the throne room where celestia would be sitting. Sunset was leading the way and was explaining the guards their problem. The chief found it… amusing.

…eventually……
“T-t- Twilight?!” Screamed sunset when she saw twilight sitting there and not celestia.
“Yes… Oh! Sunset Shimmer it’s been so long.

Twilight proceeded to explain to sunset and the others what had happened to celestia.”And spike has went to the dragons to make deals on their black metal to make a new and stronger set of armour for the soldiers.”
“Wow… well, our situation recently has been a lot more chaotic recently.” Said sunset.
“Explain.”Said Twilight while giving the sternest and most quizzical look to sunset.

Sunset explained the happenings of the past few years. How the dazzlings got redeemed, how sunset and adagio and sonata and pinkie started dating,how Nero killed flash(which got twilight to crack a nerve.) and how they need to find a certain person who can help them.
“Well that certainly was… interesting? Well I think I read about 18 dimensions in existence so it’s a good possibility. But, you will tell your story.” Said twilight.
“Very well…”

Author's Note

Celestia has retired for those who didn’t understand.

Ember storm

“What should we do?!” It had only been a few minutes since sunset passed out and everyone was extremely worried.
Just then
“Ok, I have got the machine!” Said adagio trying her best to hold backs her tears.”come on, come on.”
The blood pressure machine switched on and started its work after a minute it showed the reading.110/68 mm Hg
The reading was normal, so adagio breath a sigh of relief and almost immediately broke down crying.
“Hey, it’s ok. She had bp for a while.” Said aria trying to calm her down.
“I was so scared she had another heart attack.” She said crying.
“Hey, its ok”said sonata calmly” let me check her”
She used her magic and placed her and on sunset’s forehead and chest. And a pinkish glow appeared.
“Was she having an headache?” Asked sonata calmly.
After hearing the question, everyone started to explain what happened to her.

“Then she has just fainted, nothing to worry about. Though pinkie, try not to scream much, especially next to people’s ears.
Said sonata with a smile.
“If she just fainted then I should get back up behind the wheel, our check in time is at 10:15”
“I will stay here itself with sunset. Aria you take sonata and go.” Said adagio still shaken to the core.

After saving the dazzlings, each of the main7 suffered in some way. Twilight lost her glasses. Rainbow fractured both of her legs. Applejacks, farm had lost quite a number of trees due to a hurricane . Rarity’s hair became shorter. No animal got adopted for nearly a month in fluttershy’s adoption centre. Pinkys cakes were becoming moldy for a month. But sunset had the worst punishment first coma in which she was for nearly six months and missed most of her year in the school, then she had an heart attack. She managed to give exams and get into a pretty good college thanks to twilight. Sunset along with adagio graduated 3 months ago. Though twilight, did not even need to go to college since her iq level was higher than any college could teach. And the three along with aria are world class theoretical physicist they try to prove new theories every week but it’s not always that they succeed. And rainbow is currently a major soccer player. Her position is CAM.
Rarity is a world class fashion designer. Applejack is also a millionaire, she owns the biggest chain of apple ciders in the country. Fluttershy, is a government official, she is the environmental minister. Pinkie pie and aria own the largest restaurant chain in the world. All of them are in the millions, and according to twilight’s deduction they will be billionaires by retirement.
Sunsets net worth on its own is at an impressive 647 million. All their age is around 22.

“Ok then… I was thinking that, this night of belial thing… is it or can it somehow be related to midnights return?” Asked rarity to finally break the silence after nearly 15 minutes.
“I am not sure, I mean I need to sleep to talk to midnight so… you all tell me, I anyways did not sleep the entire night.”replied twilight.
“I mean I guess, midnight is… helping you, which is more weird than lettuce on a pizza.” Said rainbow dash.
“Ok.. I will go and and sleep.”said twilight before heading of to her bed in the rv.
After a few minutes she slept….
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In her mind
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“Midnight where are you?”
“I am in your mind” said midnight.
“I need you, in front of me right now.” Said twilight
“What?” Asked the demon.
“You know, you know tonight is the night of belial.” Said twilight
“Yes, so?” Asked the demon.
“Is this night somehow connected to, sunset fainting and your return?”
“Yes.”said the demon.”a powerful enemy is going to come. Sunset knows who is this. She knows him for a long time.”
“Wha-what do you mean?” asked twilight worried.
“Don’t tell anything to anyone I will guide you and she will guide sunset.” Said the demon calmly.
“What do you mean guide?” Asked twilight” who is going to guide sunset?!”
“All will be revealed in due time.” Said the demon
and twilight woke up
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In the real world
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Sunset still hadn’t woken up and in 30 minutes they would reach their resort. Adagio was still by sunsets side using her magic on her..

“Hey adagio… why are you using your magic on sunset?”asked twilight before yawning.
“Her body has been heating up ever since you slept. I have been trying to cool her body down.” Said adagio still focused onto sunset.
“Hmm… how far is arias car?” Asked twilight trying her best to focus.
“Behind us.. why?” Asked adagio know looking at twilight.
“Remember she has the power to make anyone rest.” Said twilight.
“Already tried.”said adagio.

Twilight was thinking on how to stop sunsets body from heating up. Normally people take a fever reducing medicine to stop there body from heating up. She could give sunset the same. But she knew better.

And from the looks of things their splitting up plan wouldn’t happen at the fair
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In sunsets mind
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“What do you mean mine and twilight’s survival?!” Screamed sunset.
“You both need to live.” Said the demon.” The evil that is coming is going to stronger than your true powers. He has enough strength to touch our world and split it into two equal parts. Of course he won’t, he needs you. I will be in the subconscious area of you mind. When I will tell you to do something do it or none will survive.”
“Wh-why? And who is coming?!” Asked sunset.
“All will be revealed in due time.”said the demon with a similar look like midnight.” Don’t worry.”
“And I have a question. Why don’t you have a name I mean midnight has one?”asked sunset curiously.
“You all never bothered to give me a name.” Said the demon.
“Right-right so .. how about shadow shimmer?” Said sunset.
“Two thing.. 1. Don’t give me his name or your name. 2. Don’t forget your origins… your middle name is shimmer. Your last name… is storm.
“Well then 2. Things…. 1. I left that life behind. 2. Fine, how about Ember Storm?”asked sunset irritated.
“Fine with me.” Said the demon with a grin.
“But, for the record I am still not going to trust you.. Ember.” Said sunset.
“Your choice.. now your girlfriend’s been crying for a hour. So wake up.”

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“Sunset!” Screamed adagio happily.
“Finally.” Said aj and rainbow in unison.
“Thank god you’re awake” said twilight.
“Sunset” screamed fluttershy crying.
“Yeah yeah I am back.” Said sunset hugging adagio and gave twilight a glare like I will talk with you later.
And twilight got scared.
“How much long till we reach aj?” Asked sunset hugging her and pinkie.
“5 minutes.”
And pinkie started to cry.
“I am sorry.” Said pinkie crying
“It’s ok”

Can I tell you something?

Sunset and Adagio had checked in to their room of the hotel. Now they would be in the same room till 12:00 am.
Sunset now has to reveal some secrets to her girlfriend. She was just hoping that Adagio would still take it Cool. Hope.. funny thing it is she thought…
“Hey adagio…” said sunset changing to her normal cloths in the washroom.” Can I tell you somethig?”
“Sure sunshine.” Said adagio reading a magazine.

True power (part 1)

“All this.. all this happened 11 years ago. 3 years in equestria and the remaining here.” Said sunset. She was telling all this to adagio who was thinking whether or not to continue drinking her cappuccino.”anyways he became the most powerful being in existence. Just imagine not being able to die. Imagine giving life to anyone you want. Imagine you control light and you are fast as light. Imagine all the shadows and darkness are under your command. Imagine fire or any amount of heat can’t hurt you. Imagine having complete control over death. But most of all… imagine being the lord of time. Imagine…. Imagine being everyone’s favourite being in the spotlight every time.”
Sunset started staring towards the sealing as if controlling her emotions.
Just then the bell rang..

“I will check it out.” Said Adagio who was very worried for sunset as she opened the door.
“Hey Dagi we are ready to go to the fair… are you guys ready?” Asked an happy applejack.
“Yup.. we were waiting for you guys.” Said adagio.
“So let’s go!” Said sunset in a happy tone.
“You sure?” Asked adagio worried at the sudden change of expression on sunsets face.
“Yea yea I am fine.. let’s go can’t wait for that giant telescope!” Said sunset in a cheerful tone.
“This sunset and twilight…. Always studying!” Said applejack which resulted in adagio laughing.
“We are scientists and you don’t have the right to stop from reaching our scientific goals. Anyways first let’s eat breakfast and then let’s go ?” Asked sunset innocently.
“Now that you mentioned it.. yeah let’s go.” Replied applejack.

They were going to a restaurant named eat, drink and repeat.
Sunset and adagio were ahead of the others and twilight was all the way at the last.
“Everyone in my world got 2 hidden powers … I still don’t know any on the other hand he knew one…”said sunset.
“How hard was it… to find out?” Asked adagio.
“The hardest.”
“So, you don’t know what you got but he knows one. What is his?” Asked adagio.
“Scarlet…. Though in the last 11 years if he got to know his… I only wonder what can make him stronger.”
“When we started talking about him you told something about… cosmic elements.”
“There are 4 cosmic element… space, time, soul, and force. Time and space split out of aether and aether is formed when soul and force combine. Space often in history has been paired up with force and time with soul. Together then can create and destroy… we all know that energy can’t be created or destroyed but if space and time want they can do it but this time it’s going to be a little different… midnights reappearance means that space hasn’t realised his or her power yet. Even though all that is irrelevant I really hope that he has not got some tier 4 power. Anyway I really doubt anything will happen so… let’s go.

They entered the restaurant and ordered what ever they wanted and after paying the bill they go to the fair.

At the fair:

“Hey umm guys… since midnight has returned and if she is not lying whoever this is we have to be very careful or else…Well if this enemy is truly powerful it might just be our hardest battle yet. Also stay on guard as soon as you see something.” Said sunset, who was more anxious than ever due to Ember. There was one more thing that Ember had said to her so she couldn’t take any risk.
“Ma’am yes ma’am!” Said rainbow while saluting.
“So what are we waiting for let’s go in.” Said twilight.
She was looking happy after weeks. Sunset was always happy to see any of her friends happy.
She just hoped that whatever ember said is not true.

After partying and enjoying from 1 pm to 7pm the girls were saying goodbye after enjoying the entire fair sunset and twilight got an idea for a experiment which required them to make a gun which when mixed with all their powers could release a powerful blast that could nearly destroy anything or anyone. Rainbow just sat for 3 hours watching the match and then met up with her team for her match, of course she won by doing 13 goals. The score was 13-0. As for everyone else they just enjoyed the fair, its rides, its exotic food, competition and buying things from the fair market.

But luck can not always help you…
5 years no magical interference was a luxury but all good things must come to an end.

The clouds started to twirl downwards in a spiral way with red and white lightning all over it and suddenly loud drums started to beat around the fair.
All of the people there started looking up as if a monster started to come down not him.
“Hunh funny” thought sunset “ well it’s definitely But then who?” Suddenly sunset felt as if her soul had been pulled out of her body. The exact same thing happened to twilight at the same time. When they were out of the shock they saw that the clouds almost touched the tallest casino there. Sunset and twilight blinked and locked each other’s eyes. They had a mutual understanding. They both had only felt this presence once in their life. “Now he has returned…. But for whom? “ thought both.

"Salve, Lucis Radiantis. Multum est intervallum. Daemon tuus fidem meam prodidit... utraque, tua et Twilight Sparkle, daemonia meam prodiderunt, ergo ut poena, ab inferis relegantur. Et pro pacto meo... ubi est anima scuti? Quis erit vetus amicus... ecce, non satis tempus est, ergo celeriter dicendum est. Et scutum erit ex amicis tuis." Said the entity.

“What?” Said almost everyone at the fair together.
The entity sighed.
“I am the king, or as you all call me the demon king…. To be honest I will never get out of the roman era what a fun time.. every where pride, gluttony, lust, wrath, envy and sloth. So I was saying… hello, Sunset Shimmer. It has been a long time. Your demon has betrayed my trust... both yours and Twilight Sparkle's demons have betrayed me, therefore as punishment, they shall be banished from hell. And for my pact... where is the soul of the shield? Who will it be, old friend... there is not enough time, therefore it must be said quickly. And the shield shall be one of your friends."
“Who are you again?” Asked sunset.
“The demon who granted you, your crown. The demon you summoned and wished to get that princesses crown. Also known as-“ he go cut short since sunset said it for him.
“Nero!” Said sunset while looking at the ground.
“At least you remember my name. And yes now tell who is it going to be!” Said the demon getting irritated.
“No one.” Said sunset
“Excuse me ?” said the demon lord.
“You heard me, I am not killing anyone for your small deal.” Replied sunset
“Fine then” the demon started to look at flash.” You will die” suddenly flash was surrounded with a black light. He started screaming as he got atomised completely only leaving his skull. Without the lower jaw! Flash was dead Nero did not hesitate to kill anyone. The shield and sword were dead… sunset was sure only “HE” could beat him.
“Now, either you reveal your true powers or I will. Said the demon with cold eyes but voice filled with excitement.
“My only power is to see into other’s memories.” Replied sunset.
“Very well then.”
Suddenly a rift appeared in the sky, and many minor demons jumped out of hell and started to kill people.

True power part 2 (origins){sunsets pov}

Author's Note

The first 2 lines will be useful. Try to memorise it. No preasure

True power part 2 (origins){sunsets pov}

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11 years ago…
I am was so sure that I will get something bad. But I was wonder how was he so confident like while eating breakfast only… I was shivering while my parents were calming me down and he was right next to me confidence was shining in his voice while he was talking to his friend. Which was replacing my fear with anger and now while we are going to our bus that will take us to Vortexia.
We never ate together but today was an important day so we were eating together.
(In the bus)
“How are you so confident? I am literally dying here” asked sunset
“2 things :
1. I have no idea.
2. Please die. “ said the boy
“Not funny.” Said sunset getting really angry.
“But you are.” Replied the boy.
“How can I kill u?!”
“Look today is an important day in our life… let’s not fight and instead help each other because the first 2 trials will be easy… they will tell which power tier we can get on a average. After we get the powers, we have to well… fight. So let’s just make sure everything is well not inhumane between us at least today.”
“You have a point.”

We had so much fun and the best part, all our closest friends also in the same bus. We talked about songs, movies, games, sports, anime and series. It was the best time. Before we knew it… we arrived at… VORTEXIA. Almost the entire bus screamed at the top of their voice.

“Let’s go.” He said calmly looking at the huge colosseum.
“Yes.” Said the entire bus in unity.
But then suddenly a shadow appeared. From inside the shadow stepped out our principal… principal discord.

“Welcome to VORTEXIA… today is the most important day of your life. You will get your powers today… but first a test. Will be given after which you will go through physical challenges at most extreme of your imagination. Then your powers will be revealed and then you will battle in sects. Only you 14 have been chosen… and yes originally there were 17 key holders but for the time being there will only be 14. So as I was saying you 14 have been chosen since you all are the best of the best. So now let’s go for the test.

To be honest the test was preety easy except for a few maths and physics questions. When the results came I was happy to know I came third but there was 1 person who got full. 100/100 he got… I couldn’t believe that was possible. Anyways… we continued to the sport trials. We were seriously pushed to our physical limits. But when we were told to lift weights we all were pretty confident that it was going to be easy. Normally people from my world can lift upto 47kg minimum. But I lifted 256 kg while he lifted 400 kg I was shocked. Like how is that possible?!
Anyhow…
Now we had to get our results…
After waiting for 3 hours, we got the results. Both me and him were at minimum tier 4 which was the highest possible. Though some myths say there are two tier 5 powers but I doubted that. Now we were about receive our powers. Both of us being at tier 4 had to go last. And we did I went first. I got memory and fire which were both tier 4 I was proud of myself and started to think what was my awakening ability and what was my hidden ability. He went next. He stepped onto the podium and as the sphere of energy surrounded him he turned around and smiled at me, and that second the sphere consumed him and when he came out he just wasn’t the same. He had changed. He got time a tier 5 ability and fire.
3 years later…
“So that’s my story and name. You told your story but not your name. So what’s your name?” I asked.
“Nero.” Said the person.

True powers{present(part 3)}

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The angelic and demonic duo

“Kill them.” Shouted rainbow dash.
“Exactly what I have been doing for the past three hours. WHILE TWILIGHT MEDITATES!” Screamed back sunset.

About an hour ago the had finished killing the hellhounds. Although, now demons came through, hundreds… and in the past one hour only 1 died. Twilight was meditating and started to float like a sage. She was glowing.
“That one we killed said something to us that we need one more. But one more What?!” Screamed sunset who was getting increasingly tired. “Twilight said she needed few more minutes or what?!” Screamed sunset to aj
“Should have come by now.” Replied aj
“Come on sunset it’s not that hard for u.” Said rarity who was polishing her nails.
“First things first… I am not sunset! And second you wanna exchange places?!” Shouted daydream.
“Hmm.. no thank you.” Replied rarity who summoned diamonds and shaped them into spears and began to impale demons which was not really affective.
Daydream was doing the most damage.

Suddenly twilight was glowing at last. She slowly turned into the angel she wanted to be. She became Arora sparkle!
“Greetings daydream, it has been long.” Spoke Arora. Her double edged voice was in sync with her double edged wings.
“Indeed it has, Arora.” Replied daydream”Now help me ?” Asked daydream.
“Sure.” Answered Aurora.
Both of them came close to one another and in a practiced move both put their arms forward and collected their entire energy into their palms. Then.. they snapped.
A wave of yellow and purple went throughout the area and killed each demon.

A little distance away…

'Tis writ in stars that tens shall face dire plight,
Where hundreds of demons with dreadful might,
Shall assail their realm with malice untold,
And darken the land with horrors bold.

Yet lo, amidst the chaos and despair,
Two angels descend with wings beyond compare,
Their radiance bright as the morning sun,
Their presence heralds a battle begun.

One with feathers of gold, pure and divine,
The other in shadows, with grace entwined,
Both united against the demon horde,
With swords of light, they strike in accord.

The golden angel, with righteous zeal,
Brings forth thunderous wrath, the demons to repeal.
The shadowed angel, silent and swift,
Unleashes darkness, the demons to sift.

Their union, a dance of cosmic might,
A celestial ballet, a wondrous sight,
In harmony they weave their holy spell,
To banish darkness, bid the demons farewell.” Spoke Nero .
“The first prophecy has come to its end now the second prophecy begins.” Said Nero with a smirk on his face.” The prophecy of the 17 shall begin now.” Then he started to walk towards the tallest buildings where the kins shall clash. He made an invitation and teleported it to sunset.

Back with the main 7…

“Guys that was crazy awesome. Tell me the kill count. NOW!” Shouted rainbow.
“Above hundred.” Replied sunset.
“789.” Corrected twilight.
“Damn, now can you tell why the hell did that guy appear out of nowhere and kill flash and try to kill us all too?!” Questioned Rarity.
“When I was 14 and came into this world I made a deal with a demon or you all may now him as… Adam. He really was… Nero. I promised him a soul. I… did not pay him. And flash was the soul he took.” Replied sunset.
Right then an envelope appeared in sunsets hand. The envelope had written..

dear Sunset. I hope you enjoyed killing those demons.
That soul was delicious. Now, meet me at manhattan tower. In an hour.

“One hour we get only a damn hour.” Shouted sunset.
“How will we ever reach there?” Asked fluttershy.
Twilight bursted into light and said…
“Don’t worry guys. You all haven’t seen all my powers.” Said Aurora
She surrounded them with a light blue sphere and teleported them to the bottom of Manhattan tower.
“What was that?” Asked an excited pinkie.
Twilight turned back into her normal form…
“Reality warping… it basically means that time doesn’t move or stop we just change our place or I can even change things like an apple to a hamburger.” Replied twilight.
“Let’s go up”.said sunset. They went up which took them an hour. By the time they reached there… only 15 mins had gone by.

“Took you long enough.” Said Nero as the lift opened.
“What are you trying Nero !?” Questioned sunset.
“You know about the first prophecy the world had ever heard?” Asked Nero
“Yes.” Replied sunset.
“Now hear the second prophecy. The prophecy of the 17!”said Nero before consuming the dazzlings and the mane 7.

Author's Note

We are near the end of the first arc of the story but not even close to the end.

Belial

Author's Note

Next chapter will have a few povs.

Belial

“I must return son. END THAT SHADOWSTORM.”Said Belial.
“In due time farther.” Replied nero.
“I want death and chaos everywhere… speaking of chaos, how is he?”
“Russia and Ukraine this time father.”
“Great.”

The truth

“I promise I will tell you guys everything once we reach there.” Said sunset in a trying to calm myself down voice.
“Just tell why don’t you want to go to him, why did the demon tell you to find keys? And why did you hide powers.?!” Screamed rainbow.
“If I told you, you would be dead by now.” Said sunset.
“I’d rather be dead.” Said rainbow.
“What so big I already told you that… that I made a deal that turned me into a demon. Or you want to hear the truth… hear it now!” Shouted sunset turning around crying.

Reality is always different.

“I was born into a rich and powerful family…. I was expected to be perfect in almost every way! I couldn’t be me. I got my powers on unification day for my grade. I got my powers but someone was still above me. No matter what I do he is above me. Why do I care? Why do my parents ,friends care!” Sunset shouted while packing her and adagios bag.
“Sunset I am so sorry… I -I don-“ said rainbow but got cutoff because everyone was trying to calm sunset down.

Into the portal.

Are you all sure that you also want to come ?

sunset asked
Sunset and the gang were ready to go in the portal and come back as soon as possible because the 8 keys are even harder to find then immortality. True, that it’s a huge risk but sunset likes risks. And who has ever stopped her.

“Yes, babe of course.” Replied adagio.
“Yeah let’s find this mysterious ‘him’ no shall we?” Said rainbow.
“Yeah then we can party!” Said pinkie in a jolly mood as always.
“Good idea.” Said aria and sonata in unison and then laughed.
“Anyways you will need some help.” Said twilight hugging sunset.

And hour ago sunset had sent a message to princess twilight if going through the portal was okay or not but still no message came.
“Spike has any reply come?” Asked sunset
“Not yet..” and the book started to glow.

In the reply it was written
Dear Sunset Shimmer,

Yes it is ok to come through now but you all should be quick.

“Ladies and spike let’s go in.”
Now the entire gang was in and ready and more together then before.
Twilight was the last to enter but she turned around before entering and said a last goodbye to timbers grave.

Ruler of the skies or the ruler of the underworld?

Author's Note

K so there is a reason for this but I think you will soon find out.

Ruler of the skies or the ruler of the underworld?

“Are you sure?” she pressed, her voice trembling. “They said—” “That it hasn’t been done in centuries,” he finished, a hint of excitement in his tone. “That’s exactly why I must do it.” With a determined nod, she approached a hidden control panel, her fingers trembling slightly as she pressed a button adorned with intricate symbols. The room quivered as colors swirled around them, illuminating the space with an ethereal glow. “Just remember,” she whispered, “you may not come back the same.” He met her gaze, a spark of determination in his eyes. “I’m counting on it.” As the button clicked, a vortex of shimmering energy erupted before him, swirling with light and shadow. The familiar shapes of the room began to fade, replaced by a kaleidoscope of colors. With one last glance back, he stepped into the vortex, swallowed by brilliance. In an instant, the world twisted and turned, time and space unraveling in a dizzying blur. Then, everything stopped. He landed on solid ground, breathless and awestruck. The air buzzed with vibrancy, filled with swirling tendrils of energy and distant echoes. Around him stretched a vast landscape of shifting forms—Vortexia, a realm that defied the laws of nature. As he took a step forward, the ground pulsated with life. Raw energy coursed through the atmosphere, igniting his senses. Just then, a figure emerged from the vibrant haze, draped in layers of shifting fabric that echoed the colors of the landscape. Their eyes sparkled with curiosity and mischief. “Welcome, traveler,” they said, their voice melodic and enchanting. “You are the first to tread these paths in centuries.” The figure gazed into his eyes, and he felt a shock of recognition. “Stars in your eyes, moon dust in your lungs, You are a child of the cosmos, a ruler of the skies.” It said. He raised an eyebrow, intrigued but cautious. “And what does that mean for me?” “I can grant you a wish, one that can shape the very fabric of your reality. But first, let me read your soul,” they replied, stepping closer. He hesitated, weighing the offer. “And if I refuse?” “Then you’ll stay as you are, unknowing of your true potential.” The stranger smiled, a knowing glint in their eye. “But I sense you want more.” With determination, he nodded. “Very well. Read my soul.” The stranger closed their eyes, concentrating. A soft glow emanated from their fingertips as they hovered their hands just above his chest. Images flooded his mind—stars swirling in galaxies, cosmic storms brewing, and the vastness of time unfolding. He felt echoes of ancient power coursing through him, every heartbeat a reminder of his potential. “You desire freedom, adventure, the chance to carve your path among the stars,” the stranger murmured. “But there’s a weight to that wish—a sacrifice.” “I’m ready for it,” he replied, excitement bubbling within him. With a final flourish, the stranger’s eyes snapped open, a shimmering light swirling within them. “Then it is done. Your wish is granted.” In an instant, the landscape began to dissolve, colors swirling into a vortex mirroring the one that had brought him here. He felt himself being pulled, the familiar rush of energy wrapping around him once more. “Remember,” the stranger’s voice echoed, growing fainter as the world faded, “the cosmos is always with you. Embrace your destiny!” Just as suddenly as he had arrived, he found himself back in the dimly lit room, the air heavy with the scent of aged wood. The shadows clung to the walls, but he felt different—alive with the energy of Vortexia coursing through his veins. Taking a deep breath, he stepped forward, ready to embrace whatever awaited him in his own world, knowing he was no longer bound by the ordinary. With a smile on his lips, he exited the room, the echoes of Vortexia resonating in his heart. The cosmos had chosen him, and he would not disappoint.

The eternal echo

”Stars in Your Eyes, Moon Dust in your Lungs, You are a Child of the Cosmos, A Ruler of the skies.”

These words started to ring in sunsets mind as she travelled through limbo to equestria with her friends and she got a chill down her spine.

The 5 good emperors

Author's Note

This is situated 500 years ago.

The 5 good emperors

“I Constantine banish you to hell!” Yelled the man holding a candy in his hand.
“Even though I am going to be chained and defeated the entire existence will be destroyed when the prophecy reveals itself.” Said the beast.

“Rome will never fall!” Replied Constantine
The monster got trapped in the edge of the El’ sin universe where the most vile beings reside. Before disappearing the creature muttered a curse that lasted for centuries which would make Rome only have 5 good emperors .

The eternal council.

”Stop this father!” Said a woman.
“You do not understand all the forces at play daughter. One mistake by this… sunset shimmer will mean the end of everything.”

The 11 tiers

“So for you all to understand I must tell you about the ranking system.” Sunset said before taking a deep and shaky breath.
“There were 11 main ranks their sub classes did not matter. The ranks were divided on physicality intelligence and money. The lowest rank was the bear rank. This rank were the labourers and were sort of lab rats. The were the sharks, In any war situation these would be the front assault wave that nobody cared about, they were also responsible for the underwater and navy missions. Then the moles, these were more of informants. Then the tigers, the second ground force wave. Then the wasp. These were the highest paid army members, they were responsible for the Air Force.”
Sunset to a breath and continued “Then the leopards, the fastest runners, and majority of them were athletes. Then the wolfs, these were particular about hunting dangerous monsters. Then the gorillas, solely responsible for the army, they were generals field marshals and the list goes on. Then the humans who were basically most of the times scientist. Then the griffin’s mostly business people, CEO’s and all. Dragons were the top and most powerful people there, politicians and wealthiest of the wealthiest existed in those ranks and that created the base of my problem.”

A world at war.

“They always said that, all countries except ours was weak, poor, underdeveloped, uneducated and dirty. All crimes occurred there. And they were right. Our country was the most important country in the world. Or so I thought. After we got out we quickly started taking our domains. Silas took… the world and all that had existed does exist and will ever exist as his domain. He, had got time so he thought he can rule the world from the top. He used so many people and then threw them.Thanks to him many businesses shut down.” Said sunset.
“But what did you mean when you said that…this Silas person got time?” Asked princess twilight.
“In our world when certain people from the dragon rank reach 13 years of age… they get powers, powers like the elements of existence. He got time which is a tier 5 ability.” Said sunset.
Everyone was getting more and more shocked. Adagio was holding sunsets hand.
“He… changed he became what he hated the most, a dictator. He said he will unite the entire world with a single war. He will make it a one world government, a world currency, and a one world religion.”

A choice

“I got a choice eighter rule with Silas or stay among the bottom feeders. At the time I chose to rule with Silas… now I think I regret it.” Sunset said. He voice filled with sorrow. And regret.”that was that.”
“Well now I offer you a choice…. Eighter we meet celestia and Luna in the land of alicorns or we explore.”replied princess twilight.
“I say we go to celestia.” Pinkie replied.
Everyone agreed and for the first time sunset felt hope in a while.

The location.

“Celestia is not much far but to reach her we need to reach to my niece… flurry heart.” Said princess twilight.
“It’s going to take too long.” Said Rainbow, her eyes narrowing as she scanned the endless horizon of possibility and peril.

The portal’s iridescent glow pulsed in the twilight, casting rippling ribbons of light across the rocky landscape. The air vibrated with the murmurs of ancient magic and whispered prophecies, and every member of our ragtag band felt the weight of destiny in every heartbeat. We stood on the threshold of a journey that would force us to confront not only external evils but also the hidden truths of our souls.

Princess Twilight’s words echoed in our minds as we prepared to step forward into the unknown. I—Sunset Shimmer—took a deep, steadying breath. Memories of long nights spent poring over forbidden texts in that dusty library, of secret meetings in shadowed corridors, and of my own inner turmoil flooded back. We had been through so much already: battles against demonic forces, the betrayal of those we once trusted, and the bitter taste of power wrested from our grasp. Yet here, as we prepared to cross yet another threshold, hope sparkled amidst the gloom.

"Listen," I said softly, glancing around at my friends—Adagio, Sonata, Aria, Twilight, Rainbow, and even the ever-energetic Pinkie and the reserved Fluttershy. "We all know the journey ahead will test us beyond measure. But if reaching Flurry Heart means we can gain the guidance needed to see Celestia—and perhaps unlock the secrets of our own destinies—we have no choice but to press onward."

Princess Twilight nodded, her luminous eyes reflecting both determination and a trace of sorrow. "Flurry Heart holds more than familial ties. She is the living conduit of Equestria’s forgotten wisdom. In her heart lie the echoes of every gentle dawn and every dusk steeped in mystery. To reach her, we must cross the Veil of Shifting Realms—a passage where time and space intertwine, where every step is a trial of both body and spirit."

Rainbow huffed, yet her voice betrayed a hint of reluctant excitement. "You say that like it’s just another ride at the fair." Her laughter was short-lived, replaced by the gravity of our circumstances.

The portal before us rippled like liquid starlight, its surface both inviting and forbidding. In that moment, I recalled the ancient lines that had once been whispered to me in a dream—a prophecy of cosmic balance and the final reckoning:
  "Stars in your eyes, moon dust in your lungs,
  You are a child of the cosmos, a ruler of the skies."
Those words had always resonated deeply within me, fueling my ambition and my fear alike.

"Before we step through," I said, voice barely above a whisper, "we must remember that every choice hereafter will ripple through existence. Our past missteps, the deals made in desperation—everything we have done has led us to this precipice. I know many of you still carry scars, whether visible or hidden. But if we are to succeed, we must unite our strengths and trust one another."

Adagio’s hand found mine, her touch warm and grounding. "Sunset, we’re with you. No matter what awaits, our fates are intertwined." Her soft smile was a beacon of calm amidst the maelstrom of our doubts.

With a final nod among us, Princess Twilight took the lead, her regal aura guiding our steps as we entered the portal. In an explosion of shimmering colors and swirling energy, the world around us dissolved into a kaleidoscope of visions—a place where time unraveled, and reality folded in upon itself. It was as though we were traversing the very fabric of creation, moving through layers of existence that defied mortal logic.

The Veil of Shifting Realms

As we emerged from the vortex, we found ourselves on a narrow, winding path suspended between worlds. The sky above was a riot of impossible hues—deep indigo punctuated by splashes of iridescent pink and gold—and below, a chasm of swirling mists hinted at the depths of forgotten memories. Each step we took echoed like a heartbeat in the vast silence, and every breath we drew was laced with the scent of ancient secrets.

"This is it," whispered Sonata, her voice trembling with both awe and trepidation. "The Veil of Shifting Realms… where even the laws of nature dare not tread."

We advanced cautiously, the path twisting and turning as if guided by an unseen hand. In the distance, shapes began to coalesce—flickering images of figures long past and visions of futures yet to be written. It was here, amid the chaos of temporal flux, that the first true trial awaited us.

Without warning, the ground trembled, and a chorus of disembodied voices rose from the mists. "Who dares disturb the eternal flow?" they intoned in a language older than time itself. The air grew heavy, and the path ahead seemed to contract, as if the very realm was testing our resolve.

"I am Sunset Shimmer, and these are my friends," I declared, my voice steadier than I felt. "We seek Flurry Heart, and we stand prepared to face whatever trials you set before us."

For a moment, silence reigned—a stillness so profound it seemed as if the cosmos itself held its breath. Then, from the swirling mists, a figure emerged. Draped in robes of woven starlight and shadow, the guardian of the Veil—an ancient sentinel known only as the Keeper of Echoes—stepped forward. His eyes, aglow with the light of a thousand galaxies, regarded us with measured curiosity.

"To pass through, you must answer this riddle," he intoned, his voice echoing in every corner of our being. "What is that which binds the universe yet frees the soul?"

A collective murmur of uncertainty rippled through our group. For a long heartbeat, none spoke. Then, as if compelled by an inner revelation, Princess Twilight stepped forward. "It is trust—the trust we place in one another, the faith that our bonds transcend the chaos of the cosmos." Her words hung in the air, shimmering with an ethereal quality.

The Keeper’s eyes twinkled. "So it is," he whispered, before dissolving into a cascade of light that allowed us passage. With that, the path ahead widened, revealing an expanse that pulsed with a gentle, welcoming glow.

Journey to Flurry Heart’s Domain

Our path led us onward, deeper into the heart of this strange realm. The landscape shifted around us—a mosaic of crystalline arches, floating isles, and ancient, vine-wrapped ruins that whispered of lost civilizations. Every step felt both momentous and surreal, as if we were treading in a dream that defied the boundaries of time and space.

"Celestia is near," murmured Twilight, her gaze fixed on a distant glow that pierced the horizon like a beacon of hope. "But first, we must find Flurry Heart. She dwells in the hidden glades beyond the Singing Woods—a place where the very air sings with the memory of laughter and sorrow."

Rainbow exchanged a skeptical glance with me. "The Singing Woods? Seriously? That place is supposed to be enchanted beyond belief. How are we meant to navigate through a forest that… sings?"

Before I could reply, Pinkie Pie bounced up with infectious enthusiasm. "Oh, Rainbow, you worry too much! I once had a picnic there and the trees practically danced around us! Plus, think of the stories we'll have to tell!" Her exuberance was a balm to our weary souls.

As we trudged onward, the terrain gradually gave way to towering trees whose bark shimmered with a light of its own. The forest was alive with music—a soft, lilting melody that seemed to emanate from every leaf and branch. The air was cool and fragrant, and a gentle breeze carried whispers of ancient lore. It was as if the woods themselves were welcoming us, testing our hearts with both their beauty and mystery.

Deep within the forest, the trees parted to reveal a glade bathed in silver moonlight, though the sun had not yet risen in this realm of eternal twilight. In the center of the glade stood a crystalline fountain, its waters sparkling with hues of lavender and turquoise. And seated upon a moss-covered stone, with eyes that shone like freshly cut diamonds, was Flurry Heart herself.

"Welcome, travelers," she said, her voice soft yet resonant, carrying the weight of wisdom and kindness. "I have awaited your arrival, as the threads of fate have long woven your destinies together."

Princess Twilight stepped forward reverently. "Flurry Heart, we seek Celestia. We believe that through your guidance we may yet reach her—and in doing so, mend the rifts that threaten our worlds."

Flurry Heart smiled gently, her gaze sweeping over each of us with profound understanding. "The path to Celestia is fraught with peril and revelation. But know this: every hardship you endure, every battle you face, has led you to this moment. It is not only a journey through realms but also a journey within yourselves. Trust in your bonds, and the answers will reveal themselves."

Her words stirred something deep within me—memories of loss, of battles fought in the name of love and duty, and of choices that had forever altered the course of my life. I recalled the whispered curses of ancient demons, the fallen souls of those who had tried to seize power, and the burden of my own hidden abilities. Now, as Flurry Heart’s gentle voice wove hope through the tapestry of my doubts, I felt the stirrings of resolve.

"We must rest here for a time," Flurry Heart continued, gesturing to the soft, dewy grass that formed a natural carpet around the glade. "The energies of this place will heal your wounds and refresh your spirits before you continue onward."

Reluctantly, we settled amid the serene beauty of the glade. In the quiet hours that followed, as the forest’s music lulled us into a state of reflective calm, each of us wrestled with our inner demons and hopes. I closed my eyes and listened to the murmurs of the ancient trees, feeling the gentle pulse of the earth beneath me, and wondered: Would we ever truly be free of the burdens of our past?

A Moment of Reflection and Resolve

When the soft light of dawn—though not quite the dawn of any world we knew—began to brighten the glade, we awoke with a renewed sense of purpose. Flurry Heart approached me as I gathered my thoughts, her eyes filled with a compassion that was both otherworldly and achingly human.

"Sunset," she said quietly, "you carry within you a fire that can both destroy and create. Do not let the weight of expectation dim that light. Embrace who you are—your scars, your triumphs, your endless potential. Only then can you face the challenges that lie ahead."

Her words, simple yet profound, resonated with me. I knew that my journey was more than a mere physical quest to reach Celestia; it was a pilgrimage of the soul. And though the path was uncertain, and the future fraught with dangers—beings like Silas Shadow Storm and the cosmic forces that threatened to tear our worlds apart—I vowed to hold fast to the hope that had been rekindled in that enchanted glade.

"We’ll leave at once," Princess Twilight announced, her tone resolute as she gathered our belongings. "Celestia’s guidance awaits, and with it, the promise of renewal for all our worlds. We must hurry, for time is both our ally and our adversary."

Rainbow, ever the pragmatic one, grumbled, "I still say it’s going to take too long. But if it means we get out of this cursed realm and away from those pesky demons… I guess we don’t have much choice."

With that, we formed a tight circle, hands joined in silent solidarity. Adagio squeezed my hand gently, a wordless promise that no matter how hard the road became, we would face it together. The cosmic winds seemed to pick up around us, carrying with them the faint strains of destiny’s call.

As we stepped back through the portal that would take us to Celestia’s realm—a realm that shimmered with the promise of rebirth and the lingering echoes of ancient majesty—we felt both the burden of our past and the unyielding hope of our future converging in one singular moment.

Onward to Celestia

In a burst of radiant energy, we were hurled into a new reality. The landscape transformed around us: towering spires of crystal and light, vast fields that glowed like liquid silver, and a sky that was a canvas of ever-changing hues. It was a realm that defied mortal expectations, a place where the divine touched the everyday, and where every step was imbued with both beauty and purpose.

At the heart of this new domain stood Celestia’s palace—a monument of opulence and ancient grandeur. Yet our journey was not yet complete. For before we could stand before the regal presence of Celestia, we had one final task: to deliver a message, a plea for help, to those who ruled not by might alone, but by wisdom and grace. And that message was meant for none other than the very heart of Equestria’s legacy.

As we neared the palace gates, the air itself seemed to shimmer with anticipation. The sounds of celestial choirs filled the space, and the gentle murmur of countless voices spoke of ages past and futures yet unwritten. It was here that our struggles and our triumphs converged—a moment where every trial, every tear, every spark of defiance had led us to this crossroads.

Princess Twilight raised her hand, and the grand doors of the palace slowly swung open. "Celestia," she intoned, her voice echoing in the hallowed hall, "we come seeking your wisdom and your guidance. Our worlds are in peril, and only through unity can we hope to restore the balance."

For a long, breathless moment, silence reigned. Then, from the far end of the hall, a radiant figure emerged. Clad in robes that shifted like liquid gold, with eyes that shone like the promise of a new dawn, Celestia herself descended the marble steps. Her presence was both awe-inspiring and comforting—a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always light.

"My dear children," she spoke, her voice like the soft caress of morning light, "I have watched your struggles, felt your hopes, and seen the courage that burns within you. The cosmos has set you on this path not by chance, but by destiny. Now, the time has come to unite our strengths, to harness the power of our bonds, and to confront the darkness that threatens to consume us all."

As Celestia’s words washed over us, every doubt and every fear seemed to fade into insignificance. We had come so far, endured so much, and yet here, in this sacred moment, we found the strength to rise again.

I looked into the eyes of my friends—each one a beacon of determination in a world beset by chaos—and felt an overwhelming surge of resolve. Yes, the journey had been long and fraught with peril. Yes, the burdens of our past still lingered. But now, with Celestia’s blessing and the promise of a united future, we would face whatever challenges lay ahead with unyielding courage.

"Then let us begin," I said, my voice strong and unwavering.

Author's Note

Sunset pov. Guys pls tell me if this style of writing is good or bad.