Sonic: Well, what no- [earthquake] Oh now what?! She has enough on her hooves without us being attacked.you may cast the spell Princess. I know we did try but it's just not enough. This is a family matter! He was just a boy. "You are dismissed. "Well, there was the time Twilight went crazy about her friendship reports to Princess Celestia. It was rather mysterious how Chrysalis got a hold of Princess Cadence without being detected throughout all of Canterlot, but what was even more mysterious was how nopony was able to notice that Cadence's behavior was a lot different from her usual self. They were happy and content, but there was something in their eyes that Applejack could see. [starts running at her]. "As well as the sound of a bell!" Cadance saw a eerie sparkle up ahead and her eyes widen, knowing that it might be a solution to their way out]. Shy, Soarin, Spitfire, Windy Whistles, Zephyr Breeze, Blaze, High Winds, Misty Fly, Rapidfire, Silver Zoom, Surprise, Thunderlane, Chase Palomino, Coriander Cumin, Fancy Pants, Gilded Lily, Hoity Toity, Hulking Hoarder, Jet Set, Joe, Kibitz, Lemon Hearts, Minuette, Moon Dancer, Night Light, Perfect Pace, Photo Finish, Prince Blueblood, Professor Gully Trotter, Royal guards, Saffron Masala, Sapphire Shores, Sassy Saddles, Spring Rain, Trixie Lulamoon, Twilight Velvet, Twinkleshine, Upper Crust, Zesty Gourmand, Hondo Flanks, Cookie Crumbles, Igneous Rock Pie, Cloudy Quartz, Limestone Pie, Marble Pie, Cherry Pie, Rainbow Flash and Zecora. In the midst of her struggle to find an answer to how she failed to differentiate the impostor from her niece, tears began flowing from her eyes. That was the way things were for the time being. Furnishing the room was Celestia's wardrobe, a study where she kept endless amounts of correspondence, particularly from Twilight and her friends, a mirror as high as the tip of the alicorn's horn and a rather extravagant grandfather clock, designed using the wood from an oak tree to create a working celebration of the sun, which crowned the head of the clock. "I turned to the dark side for want of recognition of the beauty of the night by my subjects. Fluttershy spoke up, I thinkw-well..umshes never been wrong in the pastand c-considering how shes told us about Cadence in the pastshe d-does s-seem a bit offe-even for a bridezilla, Shining glared at the six ponies in front of him You are just defending her because shes your friend!, True, we are her friends and yes we are defending her! We want this to end on good terms, that is all. If you know of any of their movements, let me know immediately! Spike looked back at the girls, angered. "I don't think there's much we can do Shining. We all betrayed you Twilight. What you are about to hear is top secret, and absolutely nopony can know of it." You're no fool. The lieutenants of his army were made up of one of the three pony species, one for the Earth ponies, the pegasi and the unicorns. "Just who in the hay do you think you are Spike? It's mine! I'm sorry Amy, I won't lose myself like that again, I promise. My Little Pony Friendship is Magic What If? Silver: Alright, you did it! I mean, Shining did kinda spring this on you at the last minute. Princess Celestia: No need to rush Sonic. It's almost she like wants to wreck the wedding. "We weren't going to let Twilight be demoted back to Magic Kindergarten just like that! Twilight shook her head. Why was Shining going to make Twilight cry? The Cadance which Twilight had just met did not recognize said hoofshake." [The Mane Six look at the dresses before taking them off and walking out]. At the same time, I felt Celestia wasn't paying any attention herself, which only made me feel worse. The bride decides it wasn't the right time and complies by heading over to the hypnotized groom. ", "No, please!" and even then, he did apologize)? Twilight teleported to the door way and shouted, Evil! ), (Gwen Tennyson leaps up past her, punching Twinkleshine in the air, Mane Six and Mordecai's Crew land next to Cut to Twilight Sparkle, who the Minuette and Gwen Tennyson land next to. [leaves the pavilion, shutting the doors]. Deadpanned Applejack. Queen Chrysalis: And I'm sorry to say, unable to perform his duties as captain of the Royal Guard. We thought they were making things up until now. Yet another price had been paid for their mistake, and one that was very, very costly. Spike immediately shot Applejack a glare in hopes it would send shivers down her spine. Twilight Sparkle: Seriously, though. I need you, however, to talk to Twilight. Spike roared, pointing a finger at the Mane 5 as he did so. I have heard enough as it is from Twilight, Cadance and Spike even. "Take them.". Twilight sobbed harder, the group watching on in stunned silence. Prepare the prisoners for their rehabilitation.". First, we take Canterlot. It was thanks to Cadance, in part, that we now realize the magnitude of our sins. Pinkie Pie: Yeah! Espio: We found them in the abandoned caves, Princess. [In the caves below, The Mane Six, Cadance, Spike and Team Sonic can hear what's going on]. Equestria has more love than any place I've ever encountered. However, as enraging as that picture was, she was not here to condemn those responsible. Bowing to his queen, Blade departed the hall, leaving Snake Bite alone with Chrysalis. DId you not realize the potential ramifications your actions could've had on her?" Luna's remark made the couple raise their brows in surprise. Shining stopped dead in his tracks, the equivalent of a spear slamming into his heart. Everyone in the Hive could feel it: nothing was going to stop them now. Cut to Rarity. "We hurried." Spike piped up. Do y'all remember the day I left with Twilight to go to Canterlot for the wedding? "Listen up Changelings!" Just make sure you knock before entering.". After Queen Chrysalis and the Changelings have been defeated, all of Canterlot was finally at ease. Understood?". Twilight quizzed. Twilight Sparkle: We need to talk. Cadance was left with the job of escorting them out. "Well, what's everypony waiting for? As a result, my thoughts and feelings turned to darkness, and it was not long before the Nightmare Forces found me languishing in my bitterness and hatred. Shining could only hang his head deeper from the truth in her words. What if I was wrong about the impostor? [Cadance ran out of the pavilion in tears]. Amy Rose: [looks at her angrily] I've had enough! Twilight was somewhere out there, hurt, alone, and for all he knew, lost. Shining's thoughts were soon interrupted by the sound of Celestia throwing herself atop her bed, dispirited and miserable. What's he doing here? There were no villagers though. In a sudden rush of sheer and profound joy, Twilight's suspicions about the Fake Cadance were finally cemented with her discovery of the real Cadance, because if she were wrong about Fake Cadance being evil, trying to defend her case would be a foal's gambit. She takes the form of somepony you love and gains power by feeding off your love for them. Her mind whispered as she consulted with Princess Celestia on the schedule. Try not to look suspicious. I'm sorry Cadance, but it just isn't that simple. Cadance then walks up to Shining Armor and they both smiled], Princess Celestia: Mares and gentlecolts, we are gathered here today to celebrate the union of the real Princess Mi Amore Cadenza. Fortunately, this keg did not blow immediately, but it would soon. His attention soon returned to the royal sisters, who were just finishing up Luna's interrogation. Back at the library, Twilight's sobs were beginning to slow. She blasts a wall, causing it to burst open, revealing another Cadance], [Twilight lunges at Cadance, pinning her down]. This time, there can be no resistance to the might of the Changelings. Even now, my minions are chipping away at it. pleaded Shining in protest. "Princess, you are aware Twilight isn't exactly innocent of her crimes either?" Also, we did not know it at the time, but their leader, Queen Chrysalis, had managed to somehow infiltrate the city, taking the place of the bride after locking her in the Canterlot Caves.". "I will not leave anypony to fall victim to the same force that once held me, certainly not this night, nor any other. Not only was Twilight banned from the wedding, but she barely got to defend herself for her accusations. Amy Rose: Told you she was an absolute gem! The first step will be to attack the Hive, and therefore we must set up a home defence. Then Vector throws it off into a nearby dark cavern and the three dive after it]. Perhaps the word "Twily" sparked connotations between Twilight and the memory of her brother banishing her. I believe that Twilight's parents should be informed of these events as soon as you are finished.". ), (Rook Blonko fires hot pizzas from the tank into the faces of Royal Guards, Royal Guards, Princess Cadance, Twilight Sparkle, Shining Armor, Rainbow Dash, Spike (Dragon), Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Princess Celestia), (Black Panther, Shuri and Mordecai's Crew approaching Royal Guards, Princess Cadance, Twilight Sparkle, Shining Armor, Rainbow Dash, Spike (Dragon), Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Princess Celestia with a nightsticks), (Black Panther, Shuri and Mordecai's Crew begins to beat Royal Guards, Princess Cadance, Twilight Sparkle, Shining Armor, Rainbow Dash, Spike (Dragon), Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Princess Celestia with the nightsticks), (Black Panther, Shuri and Mordecai's Crew whips out a tasers and uses it on Royal Guards, Princess Cadance, Twilight Sparkle, Shining Armor, Rainbow Dash, Spike (Dragon), Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Princess Celestia), (Black Panther, Shuri and Mordecai's Crew continues to taser Royal Guards, Princess Cadance, Twilight Sparkle, Shining Armor, Rainbow Dash, Spike (Dragon), Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Princess Celestia until they passes out. "They will heal. Stepping through them was Spike. Her mane was half-inflated, a sign of her misery, and her eyes had bags, an obvious indicator she did not sleep well. At first it seems like Celestia and Luna got the upper hoof but then Chrysalis enforces her magic and eventually blasted Celestia and Luna, knocking their crowns off their heads and Celestia and Luna fall to the ground, knocked out by the blast], [The Mane Six and Team Sonic rush over to the princesses while Chrysalis stares in surprise]. Not that Cadance noticed any of that. During her embrace, she casts her magical heart emitting from her horn. "Next stop, Ponyville! "Is that so?" [looks at Shining Armor] Shouldn't someone apologize for the way they acted towards their little sister though? Cadance smiled, but whatever it was that was compelling her to smile felt incomplete. Applejack had nothing else to say. So, after checking to make sure Sweetie Belle was still sound asleep, and after spending roughly 15-20 minutes fixing up her mane and tail (and applying her make-up), Rarity left for Sugarcube Corner, but not before eating breakfast and leaving a little something for Sweetie Belle to eat herself. Twilight couldn't finish her words. "And Shining? "Your Majesty, we have created a new plan formed from the coordinates of the previous assault on Canterlot." ), We shared our hopes, we shared our dreams, [Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, and Rarity], Like two peas in a pod, you did everything together, [The song ends with Twilight looking down sadly with tears in her eyes]. Princess Celestia tells him they're busy at the moment, and Black Panther offers to help, but they refuse. The train had now reached the midway point on its journey and yet, Twilight still did not feel at peace. "We're nearly there girls. "Girls, tell me Twilight wasn't right. Inside the Changeling Hive, which too was being lashed by the ferocious rainfall, the leaders of Queen Chrysalis's army were gathered inside the war room, studying a strategic map of Canterlot which was spread out on the table. ), (Black Panther and Mordecai's Crew shoot Queen Chrysalis), (Queen Chrysalis chokes and dies as her blood spills out), (Rigby shoot Queen Chrysalis in the head. Taking a deep breath, Velvet braced herself. Everypony stared in shock at Twilight, who now had Cadence cornered up against a wall. She had come to make sure the lavender unicorn had a good morning, and it looked like she had. Not only did they emotionally scar our beloved daughter, they left her vulnerable and helpless. "The operation should take 8 hours maximum, but it is currently unknown what kind of defensive capabilities the enemy possesses. Was the collective response from the gathered war room personnel. "Applejack, there's something Big Macintosh and I want to ask you.". Twilight left Cadence's room and went back to hers. Queen Chrysalis: [chuckling] What a lovely but absolutely ridiculous sentiment. "Do you understand now why Twilight is so upset girls? Only he knows why I grieve at this time, and therefore I request that we be given our peace." And now that he's starting a new family with this "Princess Mi Amore Ca-whatshername", we'll probably never see each other. Takes place during A Canterlot Wedding. I'm sure any negative behavior she might be displaying is simply the result of nerves. Just gorgeous! After all, she recalled the birthday party in Canterlot Castle where Twilight was quite pleased with the dress which Rarity had not even half-finished. Knuckles: Just give him some time to cool off. Rook Blonko drags Shining Armor offscreen, as he leaves a wet trail. Fluttershy: Whatever it is you're planning, we'll stop you! Instead, it was a case of "had". "Shining Armor, how could you be so unspeakably cruel to your own sister?! Surely you haven't forgotten, right? With that, the girls bade each other farewell, before returning to their homes. They had the matter well in hoof anyway, or so Applejack's pride, stubborn as ever, was trying to convince her. "Why did I ever doubt her?" "Maybe you're right, I probably had went a little to far with that. "Has she lost her mind or something?!" No ah will not stay out of it! Blaze: The princess is about to get married. "No, thank you. "It's alright everypony." The girls did not move a muscle, stuck in a shocked trance. After throwing the doors open and shut with her magic, the lavender unicorn threw herself on her bed, crying every fibre of her pain out of her. Said Applejack. Rainbow Dash: Yeah! The colour was the same as Twilight's magical aura, a reddish hue of purple, but it also contained a dark tint. The outside world didn't matter anymore. Based on ideas from The VClaw's What Could Have Been Lost, and given his permission. Knuckles: We stick by each other, through the good times and the bad. We hope you can forgive us.". You honour us with your presence.". If they were going to be of any help to Twilight at this time, they needed to be safe from anything, therefore Night felt this was for the best. Fimfiction is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by Hasbro Inc.. You saved us all! Hey Twily. Shining Armor said gently as he walked alongside Twilight. This time we harvest, and then we kill. He's my B.B.B.F.F! Twilight shrugged, turning back to her checklist in the making. Before him, the girl's faces were clear expressions of shock and dismay, so too was Cadance's. Sonic: Sorry, Twi. Princess Celestia: Hm. What was that, darling? Rarity asked around a mouthful of pins, distracted by trying to find the spool of thread she had originally used for the dress. "Equestria becomes defenseless." Added Shining, the proverbial dots joining together as he spoke. The one up there is an imposter. She then buried her eyes in her hooves and cried. Applejack had heard enough at this point. "I understand your grief completely now, Sir Light and Lady Velvet, but while I empathize with your plight, I am not here to promise swift vengeance. Passing through the massive double doors that led to the junction connecting both sister's bedchambers, Celestia led Shining through the door on the right. Furthermore, we find it impossible to understand how the group failed to grasp the realization that Twilight had a very close and personal relationship with Cadance, something that we are very keenly aware of, and therefore could not connect the dots that would have exposed the usurper from her veil. Can they all find a way to reconcile, or will their lives go on full of misery and regret? The only thing she couldn't imagine happening, however, was a second invasion. I hope I'm not interrupting." After you take care of all the animals, that is. Twilight said. Muffins which ah' and the royal cooks had spent so much time working on! Snake was renowned for his effectiveness on the field, particularly in espionage and marking targets for the army to eliminate. Fer that, I will never forgive myself. Oh, and all the dresses and suits need mending. I had help. With a quick and curt bow, Snake Bite flew off to Ponyville. The scrapes and bruises she had endured from her time in the crystal caverns had all been magically washed away, until she looked every bit the beautiful princess she was. "Lieutenant, I must inform the Princess of the attack on the settlement. Pinkie patted his back, We didnt say that, you just made a boo-boo thats alland boo-boos can be made better! she said with a smile. Her eyes and teeth were clenched shut in pain and she was letting out groans that would rend one's heart irrevocable. It was only now that everypony in the castle had learned of the caves, and ever since, Celestia had sent a scouting party of Royal Guards to investigate them, in order to find out how Chrysalis had managed to imprison both Cadance and Twilight in them, while taking measures to ensure they are never used in such a manner ever again. [They soon approaching Canterlot which has a pink bubble covering all of it], [Then as they entered, they felt themselves scanned by the bubble, making get confused. Shining Armour and Cadance float down to the ground and hug each other]. Urged Fluttershy. Replied Applejack spiritedly. Everypony looked shocked at Twilight as she pranced back inside only to bump into Shining Armor, who was anything but pleased. I mean, I know Twilight was only looking out for us and she was worried for me but the way she barged in with no proof to back up her reasoning, I couldn't tell whether or not she was trying to destroy the wedding or shatter our friendship. His strict side came to the fore once more. "That's OK Rarity. She was cornered, and it could have been any more obvious to her. [blasts several more to no avail] How are you-. Pinkie Pie: [yawns] We'II think of one in the morning. ", This made Cadance lower a brow in question. But she knew out of her experiences that Twilight was almost never wrong in the accusations she put out in front. She would never miss out on an event like this! ", "Very good Commander Barbarousis. "I knew it. For the fourth time in a row, silence fell over the room as the Mane 5, Shining Armor and Celestia looked at Cadance in shock and horror. Together the unicorn and baby dragon faced the left side of the train, looking out the windows into the station as the train rolled to a stop, steam hissing from it's every orifices. Twilight could feel her temper rising, until it was a struggle to keep smiling. Shining Armour: My power is useless now. Luna responded. Applejack's always been very punctual. Do you have any idea..?". He was delighted Twilight was able to forgive him, but the question remained; would she be able to forgive the others? That was it, there was nothing left to stand in her way. I, ah, ooh, oooh! 1,014 users online Everything okay? Black Blade's loyalty to her has never failed to impress. Twilight now had a new sense of appreciation for all of her old magic instructors. "What is it honey? asked Velvet, feeling concerned. It was almost unfathomable, how far he had fallen from grace. NOW!!!" Maugrim! What he got instead was nowhere near what he was expecting: a hug. Twilight then tried to confront the impostor openly, but the impostor pretended to cry so as to maintain her cover. Dr. Eggman: I'm sorry, but I don't like the way this whole thing turned out! I was right! Shining Armor, Captain of the Royal Guards and soon-to-be prince-consort had also felt the effects of the spell. How dare you lecture us on how to be Twilight's friends!". With a reciprocating nod and salute (respectively), the two ponies proceeded through the halls of the castle up to Celestia's private bedchambers, two rows of guards watching over the hall leading to both Celestia and Luna's rooms. Queen Chrysalis: But I didn't do it alone. Princess Luna: You may have made it impossible for Shining Armor to perform his spell, but now that you have so foolishly revealed your true self. "Princess Cadance, I'm here to see Twilight. Chrysalis cackled evilly. "Let's go home Spike. But in that fateful moment, everything changed. ", "I did not commit the same sins you did! She loved them all very dearly, which explained the great pain she was feeling. Just then, the conductor called out from the middle carriage. Twilight and her five friends here were suspicious of my behavior all along. With that, the war room returned to its usual activity. Princess Luna: Presides, you have a real wedding to put together. "All I cared about at that point was being a bridesmaid, and the added honour of mingling with Canterlot's nobility. Twilight tried sharing a hoofshake with her from when they were young, but the Princess didn't recognize it. Twilight Sparkle: I've got something to say! Unfortunately for Luna, she would be proven right as the group approached the throne room. As she began pushing down the right trigger using her magic, there were three knocks on the door. Asked Rarity worriedly. Designed and coded by knighty & Xaquseg - 2011-2023, Privacy Wake up! He had knocked one of Chrysalis's Changelings out cold with a swift strike to the pony's temple using his leg armor. Queen Chrysalis: Hmm! Twilight Sparkle: I wouldn't have believed us either. "Princess Luna? Twilight Sparkle: You're right, Pinkie. Rarity had awoken from her sleep, groggy but quite well-rested. Just as the cowpony was about to reply, a voice rang out from across the room. The Mane 5 backed off to give her some breathing space. "If there's anything you need, I'm always here for you, don't you forget that.". What matters is that we are sorry for what we did, and all we want now is for us to be friends again. Would you care to stay with me for the time being?". "What is it you want?" While the latter would be pleased to see her again, the presence of the girls would equate to a presence entering her home that was never welcome from the day they had first met. Replied Rainbow confidently. And we need anything broken removed. Will I let you out? The alicorn started crying, her stubbornness finally failing. What are we going to tell Twilight?" Unbeknownst to Shining, the Solar Princess was entering a nightmare. Replied Pinkie, trying her best to make her reply sound genuine. "Everypony calm down!" This had left them both hurt and furious, emotions which Luna knew full well would suppurate and fester within their souls. After a little while, we'll all sit down and have a nice little talk. Twilight Sparkle: Looks like we really are on our own girls. We will take our revenge on Celestia and the ponies of Canterlot, and there's nothing that they can do to stop us! To make matters worse, she was the Element of Honesty (or rather, the FORMER Element of Honesty) and therefore she couldn't tell a lie. "Ok men, engage your disguises. Together, Chrysalis and her ragtag, yet respectable strike force hurried to the village, intent on razing it to the ground. "Pack your things Spike. "Yeah. Twilight lowered her hooves cautiously. Only the Creator knew how long they were going to be there, but that mattered little to Cadance. The tale that Celestia was spinning before her was intriguing her more and more. Why? Twilight wondered, repeating the voice speaking in her head. "Oh Spike, how could I not forgive you?" Don't they realize what they've done?" "I'm shaking like a leaf. [They turn to see Twinkleshine, Minuette and Lyra Heartstrings approaching them with green glows in their eyes]. But then came the sound of snorting mixed with snoring. "I don't know Luna. Youre all responsible for this and its only fair that a truly heartfelt apology is delivered if you want her and Spike to come around. It was my pride!that made me betray you Sugarcube. We're lucky we were able to defeat the Changelings." "Oh Cadance" Sobbed Twilight, who embraced the former in a hug. [Meanwhile, the Mane Six were watching nearby]. "Roger. What if this Cadence was an imposter? She seemed lost in thought, but to be sure she was OK, Spike decided to get her attention. [evil laugh], [The scene changes to the pavilion where the wedding is starting]. The Changelings roared in unison, their thirst for blood amplified beyond comprehension. Princess Cadance: Are you disagreeing with me? ", "Only the Royal Guard garrison ma'am. Cadance and Rarity exchanged glances. ", "No ma'am. Please believe me, it didn't feel right to leave you hurting like that, but I didn't want to be ejected from the wedding either. Without Twilight to lead them, the Elements of Harmony would become useless, and Equestria as a whole would lose its greatest means of defense. I'm sorry if this interrogation caused you any inconvenience. I have come here to undertake important business. In response, Dark Shroud, another of Chrysalis's officers, and one of the most experienced in her army stepped forth. Silver: Yeah, I bet you and him get along just fine. Cadance is the absolute worst bride-to-be ever.