He tumbles to the ground in slow motion. "To Tartarus with the shield! How could you think I wouldn't stand against that?!". Sonic: [horrified] [His eyes shrink as he falls to his knees] NOOO!!! They were happy and content, but there was something in their eyes that Applejack could see. "Oh, Twi," murmured Applejack, rubbing Twilight's back gently. [Cadance saw that Shining Armor is under Chrysalis' spell too. Fake Cadance: Ugh! Princess Celestia: Hm. She tried alerting her friends to the impostor's cold and condescending behaviour, compared to Cadance's warmth and benevolence. "Lady Velvet, Sir Light, the reason I am here is of great importance. Shining Armor looked back at the orange earth pony with anger, You stay out of this Applejack! "I left Twilight, because I had no choice! "Why did I ever doubt her?" A Canterlot Apology - Fimfiction On the other hoof, I can imagine how glorious victory will be when we storm the gates of Canterlot, and it is all thanks to you that this is possible! Total duration Twilight was about to suggest the use of a rag and bucket of water, when a pair of ponies (castle maids, if their uniforms were anything to go by) flew up to help Rainbow. Not forgetting her strong sense of generosity, she decided to offer Cadance somewhere to sleep for the night. Cadance asked inquisitively. Rainbow Dash: Yeah! Replied Velvet. ", "Very well. Twlight Sparkle: I have to agree. The worst of it was from Celestia, whom Twilight idolised and worshipped even as a foal. Flash cut to Lucy Mann kicking Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie and Rarity in the air. "I can't believe ANY of you! Most ponies have forgotten that these caves even exist, which is why they are the ideal place to keep the ones who try to interfere with my plans. How could they simply leave her hurt and alone after everything she had done for them? However, the former could not help but wonder why if Luna was so badly affected that she allowed the Nightmare Forces to take her over, then why did the same not happen to Twilight? "Whats wrong, honey?" I just lost a brother. The tale that Celestia was spinning before her was intriguing her more and more. Twilight whimpered sadly. With a "mmph" of configuration, she smiled at Luna once more. "Good morning Pinkie Pie. Sorry I'm late. my commanders are deploying their troops to assist construction efforts and seek out any Changeling stragglers. Princess Luna: Presides, you have a real wedding to put together. It wasn't long before they reached the bridge that crossed into the treacherous woodland. The dreadful events of the rehearsal were still eating away at her heart, not least that of Shining or any of the other parties involved in the fiasco. Her expression was calm, but serious. At present, Luna could sense that the Sparkle parents were distressed and angry. You're no fool. Everypony that is, besides the bestmare, Twilight Sparkle. Because ever since I started having to perform my protection spell, I've been getting terrible migraines. Their disguises were as solid as their nerves. "Applejack?". What you are about to hear is top secret, and absolutely nopony can know of it." You're always welcome here.". This time, I am willingly choosing to leave because I regret leaving Twilight at all. "Sergeant, Lieutenant Blade has given us orders to billet here for the time being. Replied the alabaster unicorn. Are you getting another one of your headaches? Chrysalis would have revealed her deception and conquered the city in one swift stroke, and the blood of thousands of innocent ponies would have been on our hooves." "Yes ma'am!" She started ranting on about how it wasn't good that her brother didn't tell her. ", "Exactly." We're going home, considering I'm not welcome here anymore." You want to say sorry? Preceded by a chorus of gasps from the Mane 5, Spike turned to face them, his face contorted into one of outrage. For Twilight and Spike, it had felt like hours since they had left Canterlot for Ponyville, but in reality, it had only been a little over an hour and a half. She had a job to do, and that was to ensure the Nightmare Forces could not corrupt the souls of Night Light and Twilight Velvet, who had suffered enough just to know not only was their daughter betrayed and treated like a common criminal, but she could very well have died in an unmarked tomb which nopony even knew of. "Welcome back my Queen" Hissed Blade. Remember, I'll be staying in Carousel Boutique while I'm here, so if you ever need me, I'm here for you. Spike had her well and truly beaten. Am I clear Snake Bite?" 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. First off, when dawn broke over Canterlot, what happened when you left your post?". Shadow: Uh- Actually that would be a valid point, but still-. Princess Cadance: The other Cadance is an impostor, a Changeling in disguise. [Twilight gasps, tearing up a little, Team Sonic looked stunned, with Cream looking straight up horrified]. Yelled Rainbow, who proceeded to charge the shield at lightspeed. [She throws a microphone to Twilight who caught it with her magic and she began to sing Love is In Bloom], [Photos were taken of Pinkie eating a cake, Applejack playing the fiddle, Spike and Sweetie Belle dancing, Rainbow Dash with Soarin, one of the Wonderbolts and Rarity with Fancypants. As my most trusted lieutenant, I am sure you will not fail me." You fools, don't you know who I am? : Volume 15, Mad Mare With a Box. Only this time, they were smiling and laughing as they worked for Princess Cadance spread happiness and joy wherever she went. With that, Luna walked out the household door, before spreading her wings and taking off into the darkness, the moon (which she had lifted prior to flying to the Sparkle family home) lighting the way ahead. Rarity had awoken from her sleep, groggy but quite well-rested. I mean it wasnt like she tackled his fianc or hurt her physicallyTwilight did a bad thing yesbut did she really have to be disinvited to Shinings wedding entirely? "And that's why all this has happened." "You see, while my sister did care for me, and while my subjects worshipped me in equal measure, Celestia was the only one between us who witnessed the ponies celebrating her day and singing her praises. "Yes. "No Rainbow!" Much of Fimfiction's functionality requires javascript so we suggest you turn it on! It was frustrating her to no end. Aside from that, there's nothing else to report. However, she had to put that behind her, in order to stick to the task at hoof. In exchange for their services they would be allowed to do whatever they please. What awaited himself and Twilight now was a long ride home. And evil! Twitter, MLP: Friendship is Magic - 2023 Hasbro Inc. What kind of creature is that? Understood?". Dr. Eggman: But how can you when you're currently netted like animals in a cage? "I just wanted to check on you, make sure you were doing OK after yesterday. "What?! After everything we've done together, all the good times we shared and the challenges we encountered together as friends, they betrayed me and left me to die! Applejack: Have ya'll seriously not been paying attention, her behavior with us was disgraceful! Shining expected Celestia to begin talking, but instead the solar alicorn rose from her perch before motioning to the stallion to accompany her out of the study. We thought they were making things up until now. We may either succeed and conquer Canterlot, or we may fail and be evicted once more, but once thing is for certain. Applejack could only look at her with a face that bore a very clear expression of horror. They followed behind her, closing the doors as they left. They had spent the time chatting, while idly wondering where Applejack was. One moment he was the groom, deeply in love with his bride and super excited for their wedding day. Sonic: Oh, uh [looks around] [to Luna] Teleportation Spell, QUICK! If that wasn't enough, Princess Celestia, your benevolent sister and the object of Twilight's idolisation and inspiration, did not even look her in the eye when she crushed her spirit. Merciless, unforgiving, unwilling to spare even the smallest quarter. That I just got from a wedding invitation! Twilight Sparkle: What are you even up to?! Because they dont. I'm sure any negative behavior she might be displaying is simply the result of nerves. Rainbow added. "Without Twilight, the Elements become useless!". "We also failed our Elements." [Back at the pavilion, Celestia and Luna awoke to find themselves hanging upside down in cocoons while Chrysalis is pacing around, waiting for her changelings to return], Princess Cadance: You won't get away with this! And for Celestia's sake, Twilight was ruthlessly accusing her of being evil to the point where she upsets her! Fluttershy: Yeah, it's like they were made for eachother. But we did, so in all honesty, we can chalk that up to being a big fat lie. You have to help, [suddenly, a blue blur passes thorugh them, next thing they knew, they were wearing dresses]. The Changelings roared in unison, their thirst for blood amplified beyond comprehension. Unfortunately, it was too late. The sheer force of it was overpowering. Velvet and Night looked at each other in surprise, before returning their gaze to Luna. Shining could only hang his head deeper from the truth in her words. Twilight Sparkle: We will. He'll always make time for you. And if I don't stop you, you're gonna ruin my brother's life! ), (Minuette, Lyra Heartstrings, and Twinkleshine arrives), (Cut to the Minuette, who screams. Cream: Poor thing, how long have you been running? Princess Celestia, Shining Armor, Fluttershy, Pinkie, Rarity, Rainbow, AJ, clearly you are not worthy of the time of a pony like Twilight Sparkle, and by extension, you are not worthy of my time either. Twilight had just reunited with her brother, who also happened to be the groom. Princess Celestia, her mentor and one of the rulers of Equestria broke free from the cocoon she had been imprisoned in, somehow managing to appear graceful and serene even when pulling away from green goop. We want this to end on good terms, that is all. With little hesitation, Shining followed Celestia through the doors, the guards saluting as she went. Princess Cadance: Of course I do. "If there's anything you need, I'm always here for you, don't you forget that.". Additionally, I have information you may want to hear." Raider! "Take as much time as you both need Spike. "CHARGE!" "Guards, let's go. She watches a coin fly past her. Things did not go as hoped for Applejack and the rest of the Mane 5. Said the youngest Royal Guard, a rookie by all appearances. Replied Shining, equally as sorrowful. It was my pride that convinced me to leave my best friend so I could follow after the Queen of them Changeling thugs, who I foolishly believed to be the real Princess Cadance. [normal] Princess Mi Amore Cadenza? Sonic: Sorry we were late, the invitation got lost in the mail! "Night Light! 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]. Suddenly, with authority Spike threw his hat on the ground, not caring in the slightest about whatever damage it suffered. And the ceiling. Fear not. If you and Cadance hadn't intervened, there would have been no saving Canterlot. Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, and Fluttershy: [laughter], [Applejack and Sonic saw Twilight looking out of the window sad and walk over to her]. 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. A flash cut pops up, as the Eunice punches Lyra Heartstrings in the cheek, Ester appearing behind her. Shadow: I have to agree, he's not gonna disown you over a temper tantrum. She put a hoof to his cheek and uses her magic to put a heart into his eyes and it breaks Chrysalis' spell over him and he snaps back to normal]. You should be ashamed of yourself!". Night Light and Twilight Velvet were clearly delighted to see him and that made breaking the grave news of Twilight and Spike even harder to bear. Said Applejack, admiring the sight. Replied the four guards in unison, following Shining down the hall as he trotted ahead of them. Twilight tried sharing a hoofshake with her from when they were young, but the Princess didn't recognize it. It wasn't long before Chrysalis reached her throne room, where Captain Black Blade, one of the many mid-ranked officers in the Changeling Army was waiting for her, along with her royal guard. It is unknown to us what became of Shining and Celestia at that time, but Twilight had nopony else to turn to, hence why we believe that her friends basically betrayed her just for the comparably petty glamour of being the bridesmaids of the wedding. something they needed to rectify, and fast. It was about midway into the journey when Luna picked up on the aura of tension that floated in the air around Shining and the guards, making her feel uneasy. It seemed for a moment she had the upper hand, until Chrysalis turned the tables and defeated her, an event which shocked us all." Cream: Oh, goodness Miss Twilight! Can you say "best wedding ever"?! "She bewitched her Smartypants doll with a Want It Need It spell which made half of Ponyville, including Big Mac, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo rip each other apart trying to get it. "Major Shroud! Meanwhile, Luna was first to break the ice between herself and Celestia. The Cadance which Twilight had just met did not recognize said hoofshake." [laughing] Nope, over here! "All I tried to do was stay on his side, and this is how he repays me. You will also be in charge of drilling. I'll be completely honest here, weddings always seem to bring out the absolute worst in some people. Chrysalis had her enemies right where she wanted them, and it was all thanks to Twilight that this was possible. ", "Thank you your Majesty." 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! Queen Chrysalis: [chuckling] What a lovely but absolutely ridiculous sentiment. But be careful. With no time to lose, he headed off to carry out his orders. "Who's there?" Asked Luna. "What is the matter dear sister? Luna spoke softly. ", "Lady Velvet, Sir Light, the reason I am here is because of your aura.". Sonic: Again, sorry for not believing you. You just need to know how to get the message across. "How could I have been so blind Shining?" The wedding wagon sets off), (Then, they laugh and watch as the fireworks bang in the night sky, showing a heart shape), (Fastforward to Twilight Sparkle is followed Cadence all the way to their chamber), (Suddenly, someone shoots Queen Chrysalis), (They turned around; revealed to be the real Princess Cadance), (We get shown that Princess Cadance got rescued at the last second by Doctor Strange. Shining smiled, Thanks Pinkie he then left to apologize. Amy Rose: Sonic, do you remember when after I was knocked unconcious, how you, lost yourself? "At ease." The shamed former groom felt antsy about the whole ordeal; now he was beginning to wish he hadnt taken on the extra order from Celestia. ", "I understand how you feel, it's just that I was afraid I would get kicked out of the wedding too. With a deep sigh of resignation, Applejack prepared to bite the bullet. She knew they couldn't afford to say something that would upset Twilight. After taking the moment to scratch the remaining figments of dirt out of her mane, she took a seat opposite Fluttershy. Rarity, meanwhile, had a relatively peaceful journey back to her place of business, but she also had a feeling it would be a while before Twilight will forgive her and the other girls. Everypony stared in shock at Twilight, who now had Cadence cornered up against a wall. She was sobbing, just loud enough for the Mane 5 to look up one by one in surprise. "No ma'am. It happens to the best of us, sugarcube. As she did so, tears began flowing freely from her eyes. The Mane Six get shocked by this. Cut to Rarity. ", "Thank you Cadance. Whatever perils lay inside did little to faze the nerves of the Changelings. Her disguise peels off to reveal her real self: Queen Chrysalis]. While she failed to break the shield, Rainbow had certainly gained somepony's attention as the doors to the treehouse balcony opened. "That's OK Rarity. Nuh! Celestia assured her she would be fine under her tutoring and she held that for years but the moment she and the others betrayed Twilight, she broke that promise. The only thing she cared about was how Twilight had provided her the perfect setup to launch a perfect, foolproof and failsafe assault on Canterlot. At least, while it lasted anyway. Canterlot Wedding Fanfiction Stories | Quotev Unnerved, but not visibly so, Shining decided to make an announcement to his officers. ", "No Rarity, I haven't forgotten, but let me ask you this. Lieutenant Fang, you are hereby dismissed.". Once the Princess is captured, you are to flee the village and return to the Hive. "It'sIll fill you in on everything inside", said Shining as they went into the living room. Sonic: Yeah! Why shouldn't she expect the very best on her wedding day? Prepare your troops for battle!".