My life in Equestria

The first rays of sunlight pierce through the window, flooding my room with a soft golden light. It's now been two weeks since that magical night with Twilight, when we exchanged our first kiss. Two weeks since I felt this unique joy, this almost impossible happiness. Yet, despite all this shared tenderness, a shadow remains: neither my brother nor Shining Armor are yet aware of our relationship, but now that I think about it no one knows. Only Sombra knows about it. But it doesn't matter. I'm willing to take their reactions if it means staying with Twily.

After a moment of daydreaming, I finally decide to get up. The sweet scents of breakfast waft through the air. I drag my clogs to the kitchen, where I find Twilight and Sombra laughing softly.

"Not a single broken egg?" I said, my mind still foggy.

They exchange a knowing smile. "We're getting better!" replies Twilight with a spark of mischief.

I sit in silence, half asleep, savoring the warmth of their presence. But as I take a sip of my tea, an icy breath fills the room. Cadance, Luna, and Celestia suddenly appear, their faces marked by gravity.

Before I can even react, Twilight grabs me by the arm. "Stand up, Mady!"

I jump, confused. "Huh? What's going on? "

Luna stares at me intensely. "We have received terrible news, Mady."

My heart sinks. "I fear the worst."

Celestia, her face tense, whispers solemnly: "Draeko is back. Her magic is stronger than ever, and despite our efforts, she is starting to disrupt our own powers. "

The name Draeko immediately brings back dark memories for me. The stories of his cruelty, his ruthless attacks... My heart hardens. "I'll go and see."

Twilight is quick to answer. "Then I'm coming with you!"

I give him a gentle but determined look. "No, Twily. Stay here. I want you to be safe."

Sombra stands up, her eyes tinged with resolve. "I will take care of the protection of everyone here."

Cadance puts a hoof on my shoulder. "Are you really sure you want to go alone...?"

I take a deep breath, feeling the weight of the mission. "Yes. I'll be back soon. Promised. "

No sooner have I said my promise than, without warning, a flash of dark energy rushes into the room, brushing against my face with a sinister warmth. The attack is so sudden that I instinctively back away, my heart pounding. Luna, her face marked by worry, rushes towards me.

"Mady, are you okay?!" she cries, her voice vibrating with fear.

I try to reassure her with a trembling smile, but the seriousness of the situation already strikes me. "Yes... yes everything is bathed. "

Without further ado, I rush out of the castle. My gaze sweeps the horizon, and that's when I see it. The atmosphere grew heavy around me like a veil of dark mist. A palpable tension envelops me, freezing me in a mixture of apprehension and determination. Every step I take towards the exit of the castle resonates in my heart like a discordant note, a promise of inevitable confrontation. The air is charged with an energy that I haven't felt in years, an energy that awakens the memories I prefer to bury. And then, he appears, emerging from the shadows like a materialized nightmare. Draeko. His slender figure is both Machiavellian and terrifying. His eyes shine with a malevolent glow, while a cruel smile appears on his lips. Instantly, I find myself transported into a whirlwind of memories, each of them charged with pain and anger.

I instinctively step back, my mind gets lost in the past. I remember...

Years ago, I was still a child, carefree, full of dreams and hope. Every day was an adventure, every laugh a melody. But this sweetness was destroyed when Draeko arrived, the day when everything changed. I remember the day he hit. The chaos of that day remains etched in my memory, and every detail is a poison that eats away at my soul.

My parents fought against him, their faces marked by fear but also by a fierce determination to protect me. My father, strong and courageous, stood between me and the monster. His magic shone like a light of hope. My mother, gentle and protective, fought with all the strength she could muster. But Draeko was no ordinary opponent. I remember the moment he raised his hoof, and my father's cry echoed through the air, tearing the cien like a blade. It was a cry for help that I will never forget. At that moment, the light went out in my world. I remember the darkness that followed, the screams and tears, the walls of our castle shaking under the power of black magic. Each memory is like a strap that drags me to the bottom, suffocating me with unbearable anguish. This terror, this pain of loss eats away at me from the inside, and I know that I can't let Draeko take control of my life once again.

"I'll show you what I've become, Draeko." My voice trembles, but I refuse to let fear get to me.

He bursts out laughing, a hoarse sound that echoes like an echo of my worst nightmares. "Princess Mady, what naivety. You're still that little girl I met. "

Every word he utters is a blade that sinks into my flesh, reviving wounds that I had trouble healing. I can't let him win. Not again. My friends, my comrades in the struggle, cannot understand the intensity of this suffering. But I have to fight. For them. For me. For all that I have lost.

Draeko closes in, her figure writhing in the darkness. "You're weak, Mady. Look around you. You're alone. "

I feel a tremor of energy building up above my head, a pulsating light that reminds me of my anger. But another voice, soft and familiar, rises in my head, that of Twilight. She is full of worry, but also of hope. "Mady, please calm down! Don't let yourself be carried away by this rage! "

My resolve is being tested. I close my eyes for a moment, trying to refocus, but each breath is imbued with painful memories. My parents, my friends, the laughter of yesteryear... All these memories haunt me, and the pain is unbearable. But I can't panic. I have to fight.

I stand tall, clenching my fists, focusing my magic on Draeko. I hear him, his voice rising like a storm, defending me with all his might. But I'm ready. I know that the only thing that has allowed me to survive so far is my ability to turn my pain into strength.

"I'm no longer the little girl you broke. I'm stronger than ever, Draeko. "

My words are a declaration, a challenge to my tormentor. The magic around me intensifies, every fiber of my being vibrating with energy. I feel the power pouring into me, fueled by pain and grief, but also by the love I have for those I have lost. It is this light, I realize, that will guide me into the darkness. My heart is pounding, time seems to stand still as I prepare to face Draeko. Every beat of my heart resounds like a drum of war, a call to bravery. I have to win. I have to fight to honor the memory of my parents, to save those who are still here.

With a speed I didn't know I had, I threw myself at Draeko, my hooves hitting the ground with new force. Magic pulsates through my veins, and every blow I land is a release of all my frustrations. It's a mixture of anger and despair that drives me. I strike with the power of my memories, each blow like a cry of revolt against fate Draeko, at first surprised by the force of my assault, quickly recovers. He uses his magic to counter my attacks, his lightning-fast movements. I see his body moving in the air, and then he fights back. A discharge of black energy rushes towards me. I barely dodge him, but the heat of his attack brushes against me, brutally reminding me of the pain I suffered.

"Is that all you have, Mady?" His laughter resonates like a rumble of thunder. "Your anger will get you nowhere. You are destined to fail. You reproduce the same pattern as your parents~."

A tremor of energy begins to form around me, my magic spiraling up and transforming into a Supernova. Every word he utters touches me, but I refuse to flinch. I remember my mother's strength, her determination to protect us. I can't falter. Fear and despair gripped me, but I pushed them away, turning them into a storm of energy.

But I'm tired. I feel my strength slipping away as I continue to fight. Each movement becomes heavier, and I feel that I am at the limit of my abilities. The supernova of my magic threatens to engulf me, but I can't afford to back down. My memories, as painful as they are, motivate me to move forward. The light emanating from me is dazzling, and for a moment, I can see the hesitation in Draeko's eyes.

"Mady, stop!" screams Twilight, desperate. "You can't destroy yourself for him!"

His words hit me like a wake-up bell. I realize that I am at a decisive turning point. I can let that anger and pain destroy me or turn it into strength to move forward. I decide to refocus, to release this magic not in an act of destruction, but as an act of light.

"I am not alone, and I am not weak." My words are a declaration of war. I focus my magic, shaping it like a protective shield. A warm light rises, enveloping my friends, uniting us in a common strength.

The light bursts out, illuminating the battlefield. I feel the energy pulsating, vibrating around me, a supernova of protective magic. Draeko is taken aback, and I see her expression change from arrogance to worry. That fear is the key, I know that. As the light envelops everything, I am transported into a state of transcendence. It's as if the world is frozen around me. The memories of my family flood in, and with them, the pain. The bursts of laughter of my parents, their comforting embraces, the scent of summer evenings spent together... All of this comes back, and for a moment, I'm overwhelmed with emotion. But I know I have to keep going. I feel their presence, their strength, and it pushes me to go further. The cries of my friends echo in my head, and I feel their support, their energy, mingling with mine.

I bow, ready to release this supernova that is growing inside me. But a hesitation runs through me. What if it cost me my life? I know I can destroy Draeko, but I also realize that it means sacrificing everything I have. Is this really what I want? Tears roll down my cheeks, mingled with the bright light that surrounds me.

I turn to my friends, their faces full of concern. I know that they feel my pain, my inner struggle. I see Twilight, her eyes shining with tears, her hoof stretched out towards me. "Mady, don't do that! I know you can control it! "

With one last look at my friends, I release my magic. The supernova becomes a soothing glow, enveloping Draeko, making him confused and disarmed. I feel the weight of my decision, but I know it's the right one. Every fiber of my being fills with a healing warmth as I focus on the idea of light and protection. The wind rises around me, carrying my memories in a luminous whirlwind. I see Draeko step back, his smile fading as he realizes that true strength lies in love and friendship, not destruction. However, the explosion of the supernova had ejected Draeko into limbo. When the light finally fades, a heavy silence settles in. The energy around me slowly dissipates, and I feel both empty and full.

"Mady... Twilight whispers, her voice trembling.

The darkness around me seems to slowly dissipate, and I take a deep breath, struggling to get up. I am aware of the scars left by the fight, not only on my body, but also on my soul. I wear them proudly, every blow and every tear testifying to my strength. But then, a thought hits me hard. And Draeko? I scan the surroundings, looking for the monster that left its indelible mark on my childhood. I long for light, for hope, but fear gnaws at me. What happened? Is he really gone for good?

When I opened my eyes, I thought it was finally over. But to my surprise, I had escaped the same fateful fate as my parents. I had survived this curse, this dark destiny that had befallen my family. Disbelief washed over me as I realized the magnitude of what had just happened. Once the chaos had subsided, I landed behind the group. They were all in shock thinking that I was suffering the same fate as my parents.

"Do you want me to get out the violins?" I say, with an attempt at humor to lighten the atmosphere.

"MADY!?" cried Twilight, before jumping on me, hugging me with desperate strength.

"Mady?! You're okay? Luna asked, worry in her voice, her eyes peering into mine for a glimmer of hope.

"I guess so," I replied, my voice a little hoarse.

"I'll try!" I couldn't help but smile despite the fatigue that weighed on me

My friends gather around me, their hooves clenching, their support palpable. I feel their hearts beating in unison, and that comforts me. I remember the moments shared, the hardships overcome together. The love we have built gives me the strength to get back up. I open my mouth to speak, but my voice breaks.

"Don't ever do this to us again," Luna said, the gravity of her words hitting me. There was a depth in his gaze, a fear that I had rekindled. Luna, with her eyes full of determination, approaches. "You did something incredible, Mady. You defeated Draeko. We are proud of you. "

I would like to answer him, but I am still overwhelmed by fatigue. Every fiber of my being is exhausted, but as I turn to my friends, I feel a glimmer of hope reborn. The memories of my family, of my past, still strike me, but this time, they don't terrify me. On the contrary, they remind me that I am stronger than I thought. That I can still love and be loved. That I can get back up. I take a deep breath, a mixture of emotions overwhelms me. I realize that my struggle is not only to avenge my parents, but also to create a new future. A future where I can live, love, and fight for those who are still here. And I proclaim it loud and clear: I AVENGED MY PARENTS!!

"Thank you... Thank you for being here. "My words are barely a whisper, but they carry the full weight of my gratitude. I know that I am no longer alone, that I have friends ready to fight by my side.

And as I straighten up, I feel stronger, more resilient. Darkness can still surround me, but I now understand that my light will never go out as long as I hold the memories of those I have lost. I am Mady, and I will never let my weaknesses define me.

"How do you feel?" asked Starlight, her eyes full of concern.

"I assure you that I am fine. I'm just tired," I said, but deep down, I knew that my words didn't tell the whole truth. Fatigue was much more than just physical exhaustion.

"Then go and rest... Twilight whispered, her tone one of sweetness and determination.

"Twily, I assure you I'm fine!" I tried to reassure my friends, but the weight of events weighed heavily on me.

Suddenly, Sombra stepped forward, her affectionate gaze resting on me. "We're going home, honey!"

"Okay, if these two insist," I agreed, realizing that I didn't really have the strength to fight.

"Where are you going, Twily?" asked Shining, a shadow of mistrust looming on his face. His eyes betrayed an anxiety he couldn't hide, a worry that wasn't just for Twilight, but for me as well.

"Well, I'm going with Mady... Twilight replied, but this only intensified The Shining's hostility.

"You're hiding something from me, Twilight. What's going on? His voice was icy, his words sharp as a sword. The unease was growing between us.

" … Twilight remained silent, her face revealing an inner struggle, her eyes desperately searching for a way out.

"What's happening to you?" Shining insisted, his gaze intensifying, almost accusatory. "Mady is the last person you should be with."

"Mady is my... girlfriend... Twilight finally blurted out, each word like a stone fallen into a peaceful lake, the shockwaves spreading through the air.

Shining froze, his expression distorted by disbelief and rage. "Excuse me?!" he exclaimed, his voice trembling with suppressed anger.

"Shining, stop," Cadance interjected, trying to calm the situation, but his intervention was only a whisper in the tumult.

"No, Twilight, listen! You're in danger with her! Shining fumed, his face flushed with frustration. Remember what happened! "

"I'm not 100% responsible... I replied, my anger awakening at his unjust accusation.

"Maybe you should think about it, Mady!" he said, his eyes ablaze with defiance. "You are selfish and reckless! You only think of yourself! "

The tension in the air was almost tangible. Twilight stood there, helpless between us, despair on her face. I wanted to yell at him to get away, not to get involved in this quarrel, but it was too late.

"Enough!" shouted Twilight, finally coming to my defense. "I love her, and I'm not going to let you talk about her like that!"

The anger in Shining's voice didn't subside. "What if she hurts you again? Don't you think about that? "

"I will do anything to protect her...!" I said, my voice trembling but determined.

"No matter what you say, Mady!" screamed Shining, disappointment and rage in his eyes. "I would never trust you! I already had a hard time when you were only friends but now it's even worse. "

At these words, pain pierced me. I wanted to withdraw, to run away from this moment, but I knew I couldn't. I couldn't give up Twilight, not now.

"You don't understand!" I said, with tears in my eyes. "And do you think I don't blame myself?! I had to make a huge sacrifice to save Twilight at the time... "

Silence fell for a moment, then the tension was felt again, stronger than ever. I could see the despair in Twilight's eyes and the rage in The Shining's.

"You had a chance, Mady," he whispered, his voice low but threatening. But if you hurt him, I swear I won't let you get away with it." "

Twilight rushed towards me, settling against me with comforting tenderness. I could feel her heart beating by my side, a rhythm that calmed me. In an instant, all the tension accumulated between us vanishes. She pulled me by the hoof with Sombra so that we could leave. We returned to the castle, and as I walked through the gates, fatigue overwhelmed me. Twilight and Sombra had noticed it; They guided me to my room, insisting that I rest. I collapsed on the bed, my muscles Protestant, but the comfort of the place brought me a peace I hadn't known in a long time.

Twilight snuggled up to me, seeking solace in my closeness, while Sombra held me tight. It was as if, together, we formed a protective cocoon, a bubble against the outside world. I closed my eyes, lulled by the warmth of their presence, my thoughts slowly drifting towards a restful sleep even if the words of The Shining resonated in me like real hammer blows... I was in pain but I didn't want to show it for fear of being weak. I only fell asleep 4 hours later in the hooves of the two people I loved the most in the world.