Equestrian Heroes

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Naruto x ?

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Story Start

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In an unidentifiable place, a group of several ponies met, their bodies were heavily cloaked and their muzzles hidden in shadow. They were all seated at a marble slab like structure as they sat in a semi-circle faction.

"It seems your plans have failed us." One pony, definitely a mare's voice spoke.

"No, my plan went perfectly." Midnight spoke as she stepped to the middle of the platform. "We or I should say I have managed to recruit two of the condemned to our cause and have gained information on the third."

"The longer we dawdle around the more time they have to settle the situation in the country side. Those country barbarians are taken away the focus which we could be using to our advantage."

"The Simpletons that are being caught and cage make up the weak. They serve their purpose as a distraction. This foolish plan of yours has only put Celestia on the alert." Another stallion, almost sounded like an elderly pony's voice.

"Underestimating our enemy led to the loss of our Queen, I need not remind you of that Star Gazer." Another cloaked member spoke, this time another male with a deeper voice and accent known to common providences in center Equestria. "Still, we cannot ignore the new superpower added to Celestia's arsenal."

The Elements of Harmony. If there immortal goddess could be defeated then what chance did they have?

"Council Lady Storm Drop I will take care of the matter of the Elements. I already have a plan in mind."

"Oh, like how you took care of that stallion? He is still alive by the way." The same first stallion from before interrupted her with a contemptuous grunt. For a few seconds he found his throat closed and panicked washed over him before he was once more able to breath.

The grin Midnight bore never left her face. "A miscalculation. It was foolish to think Celestia would leave the Element's caretakers to a normal pony. He will be dealt with in time. Our new friend knows his way around the lab. Provided we provide him with the material he can hook up our forces with a few benefits. Enough to more than make up for their lack of training or innate talent."

Now that the Canterlot forces were prepared and ready they would not be so easily beaten. The element of surprise and internal strife were no longer advantages they could rely on. "It is time we take our plan to the next level." The mare said. "You know what this means."

"Yes, all the children shall return." Storm Drop. " But enough of that, we have preparations to make."

The group of ponies then placed the hands upon their chest. "May the Goddess bless our actions..."

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"Oh my Celestia," Twilight murmured in awe as she looked down from the area they were. Far down south of Ponyville they were on an earth platform Naruto created from the ground to watch the stars in peace.

It would still be another hour until Luna began her nightly ritual. Neither of them were ready to dig into the meal contained within the basket Naruto had brought either.

"Well there is one way we can pass the time." He said as he unsealed a wooden box about the size of a board game. "Twilight Sparkle prepared to be introduced to the game of Shogi."

"My world equivalent to Chess." Naruto replied with a grin. With Shikamaru as his head adviser it was impossible for him not to pick up a few things. "I must warn you though; besides my old adviser no one has been able to beat me for years. I've become something of an undefeated champ."

"Oh-ho!" Twilight teased. "That's something you may regret saying!" If his world's chest was anything like theirs, once she knew which pieces were which the blond was going to be in for quite the surprise.

Time passed as the two of them proceeded to enjoy the game. The two moved their pieces across the board, and had a conversation while they played. As their pieces disappeared one after another, Naruto was finishing the story of the events in his home world. "…And that's how I became the Seventh Hokage."

"That was quite the story," Twilight replied, looking over the board. "You've been through so much. How do you manage to deal with such burdens?"

"Its just what I had to do in order to survive. " A grin formed on his face. "By the way your king is in check. Being in the country side allows one to get a nice view at the stars though. I remembered trying to look at the stars from within the city of Canterlot and too much light pollution."

"Yeah tell me about it," Twilight said. "I tried stargazing in Canterlot once and it...wait WHAT?"

"Check the board dear Sparkle." Naruto stated with a grin. Twilight hastily looked over the board at the arrangements of the pieces and sure enough, her king was blocked. Twilight let out a sigh of disbelief.

This was the fourth time in a row. "I thought I had you this time." A pouting Twilight was far too adorable for her own good. She then turned to Naruto, smiled, and held out her hand. "I admit my defeat."

"You almost had me a few times. You're definitely skilled." He said as he looked up at the arrangement of the sky. Naruto brought out the lantern he brought along with a foldable telescope. He wanted Twilight to enjoy herself without the whole quill, parchment, and sturdy work ethic she would fall to.

"Well Twi, check out that cluster of stars." He said handing her the scope and pointed out a cluster.

She gasped as she saw the beauty of the millions of diamond-like stars scattered throughout the black sky. The sight was absolutely breathtaking. She moved the telescope around as she surveyed the night, looking for the constellations. Once she found one, she pointed it out to Naruto who would briefly peer through before Twilight happily went back to gazing at the stars.

The next hour was revolved around the two them talking about the difference between the star arrangement in Equestria and Elemental Nations among other topics. They joked about funny things that happened to them and talked about their families. The two were so enticed in their conversation, they had completely forgotten about the stars.

They finally began enjoying the food Naruto brought which consisted of Cider, Cake, Salad, and Pasta. As the night went on the colder it got. Twilight couldn't help but shiver as the wind picked up. Suddenly she was enveloped by the thick soft material of a blanket and Naruto's warmth. A dark blush darkened Twilight's cheeks at their closeness.

"Are you still cold?" He asked as Twilight let out a stammer.

"A little," she admitted, wondering where in Equestria she found the courage to admit that. She was extremely nervous. What was she supposed to do now? She couldn't remember anything from the books that told her about courting and such.

She let out a gasp when Naruto wrapped an arm around her and pulled her close. She could help the fluttering sensation in her stomach. Even with all the reading she did romance was still far from her expertise. She was going to need to go to someone who knew more about it than her. She slowly found herself growing comfortable as thoughts of protocols left her mind.

No books. No studies. No projects. Twilight's mind was calm. She was not using the logical part of her brain. All she did was stare at Luna's masterpiece. It was a serene feeling. Nothing could ruin this moment. Lying there under a blanket, feeling the warmth from the stallion left to her left.

This was a stark contrast with anything she would have expected.

The last few months of Twilight's life had been filled with emotions, stress and worry. It was nice to relax for the first time in such a long time. In this very moment, she forgot everything but the calmness. It was a wonderful night. The last time she had felt this good was when she had realized how wonderful friends she had.

"We have to do this again soon," Twilight said with a blissful sigh.

"I would love that," Naruto replied.

"Okay!" Twilight readily agreed. She snuggled against him and took in more of his warmth. She couldn't believe how close she had gotten to the blond or how comfortable he made her felt a contrast to her earlier nervousness.

"I was thinking about camping out here for the night. I sealed away the tent and it would be pretty nice. So how about it?"

Twilight froze. Was he asking her to sleep out under the stars...with him? That seemed so sudden. Not that the idea was terrible and it wasn't like they were going to have sex. The idea brought a blush back to her face again. She found herself thinking about his musculature that was pressing against her back and side from the hold.

'Oh my!' She suddenly found herself going through a series of not so scientific thoughts. B-But it made sense. She was a young mare in the prime of her life and fully matured in a biological sense when it came to her body's ability and desire to mate. Biologically it made sense she found his form desirable and his personality and traits were pleasant.

"Well...I guess it would be nice." She answered as the blond moved, causing Twilight to miss his presence as he set up the tent. Thankfully the three were more blankets and pillows, enough to cushion the ground.

"You sure you don't mind sleeping out here?"

"Oh no," Twilight replied, "This will definitely be an interesting experience."

"Okay, just don't let Princess Celestia find out." He replied as a grin formed on his face. "I don't need accusations of me corrupting her student and then being tossed into the dungeon."

For a moment Twilight was gob smacked at the fact of such rumors forming or what Celestia would think before she realized Naruto was just joking. She was still trying to adjust to the fact that the blond had such a relationship with the Sun Goddess. Hell she was still recovering from her own almost heart attack when Naruto playfully called her the oppressor of all joy and she countered back by saying he was a deviant taking advantage of young impressionable mares. There was no mistaking the strong personalities of the Bearers as easily impressionable or weak.

The two then got settled under their blankets as Naruto turned off the lamp next to him. "Goodnight Twi," he said.

"Goodnight," Twilight responded. Before they knew it, the two had drifted off to sleep.

It must've felt like a few minutes after that Naruto awoke because he had felt something at his side. He turned to see that Twilight had cuddled up right next to him and her head was leaning on his shoulder. At first considered waking her up, but how could he? She looked so peaceful, and he didn't care in the least. He was glad he could invoke such comfort for the mare and it was looking forward to getting to know her more. Twilight was a sweet mare and could easily see himself with her. She would definitely make a great marefriend as her adorkableness was as prominent as her intelligence and cuteness. Snuggling up with the mare he began to drift off to sleep.

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