After the two day train ride, the gang finally arrived at the stunning Crystal Empire. The girls were already used to its beauty, but for Arby and Chief; they were even more amazed! The empire looked even more beautiful and amazing in person!

"Wow! That's pretty much what I have to say. I'm too amazed that I'm speechless," Arby said.

"Yer already talkin' sugarcube," Applejack joked.

"Oh. Yeah. Right. Haha!" Arby said blushing a bit.

"i think i jst g0t an 3r3cti0n" Chief stated gazing at the wondrous sight of the kingdom.

It was truly a beautiful sight indeed.

The roads and the buildings were made out of pure clean crystals which mostly had a hue of blue, purple, and red. There was still some natural scenery of grass and trees through, so the entire kingdom wasn't entirely made of crystals, but it was still truly a sight to behold. It was depressing to imagine a beautiful place like this was once ruled by a ruthless tyrant. Arby could visualize innocent ponies being tortured, or being driven into slavery. He was pleased through that it has been restored to it's former glory; thanks to Twilight and her friends. But in reality, Spike was the true hero who saved the kingdom.

Through the entire kingdom was beautiful, what really stuck out was the Crystal Palace that stood in the dead center of the kingdom. A sign that's where Shining Armor and Princess Cadence resided for their reign.

As the girls led Arby and Chief toward the palace, they got to see some of the sights and witness activities that the Crystal Ponies took part in.

There was a jousting activity currently going on. Arby was fascinated by the continuation of medieval activities, even after they've been away for a thousand years; also that it existed back in the history of Arby and Chief's dimension.

Chief however thought that 'two men running poles into eachother' was gay, and immediately scrutinized it.

They were amazed that just like crystals, the citizens of the empire shined and sparkled just like crystals themselves! No wonder they were called 'crystal' ponies.

When the gang finally approached the front doors of the palace, they were greeted by one of the palace guards who just happened to be Flash Sentry. When Twilight and Flash locked eyes, they both blushed a bit.

"Princess Twilight, how lovely too see you again," he said with a pleasant smile.

"Oh, it's a...um...great to see you too...Flash...hehe," Twilight stuttered nervously with a cute smile and deep blush. At least she didn't bump into him this time.

He blushed too, but remembered what his task was.

"Please follow me, Princess Cadence and Shining Armor are awaiting for your presence in the throne room," Flash said and began leading the gang toward the throne room.

The inside of the palace was even more beautiful inside than on the outside, or maybe it was even. It almost seemed similar to the interior of Canterlot Castle, but more sparkly and shiny.

The chandeliers, staircases, art frames and statues were all made out of pure clean crystals that practically glowed in the light.

When they reached the throne room, it was even more grander and more sparkly then Canterlot Castles throne room. Even the throne itself was made out of crystals; no shit Sherlock right?

Princess Cadence and her husband, Shining Armor were waiting for Twilight and her friends as they had planned.

Both Cadence and Shining Armor lit up with smiles when Twilight and her friends appeared.

"Twily!" Shining Armor exclaimed and hugged his little sister tightly with affection. "I'm so glad that your here!"

"I'm always glad to be here with you BBBFF," Twilight replied. That was her way of calling him her Big Brother Best Friend Forever.

"Maybe you should move in here with us," Cadence joked with a laugh.

Twilight laughed along with her as she greeted her sister in-law, and foalsittter. They then did their special hoofshake.

Sunshine,sunshine

Ladybugs awake,

Clap your hooves and do a little shake!

Arby thought this scene was absolutely adorable, while Chief thought it was hot!

The sight of two beautiful mares shaking their asses at one another simply gave Chief a boner. He may have been homophobic, but not against female on female sex. It was one of the porno's he used to watch back at Jon's apartment; and his most favorite type.

Once again, an audible clang emitted from Cheif's groin area.

Shining Armor, Cadence, Arby, and the rest of the friends glared at Chief.

"wat? its p3rf3c1y natura1" Chief excused.

"That's my wife and little sister your getting aroused too," Shining Armor sternly said.

"sry k?" Chief said and backed off a bit while Shining Armor tried closing in on him defensively.

"Sir with respect, please forgive Chief here. He has an unusual condition to where he gets turned on by the most things. Even two bed pillows pressed together makes him stiff," Arby said coming in between them.

"stfu. i hav n0 cond3shin"

"He also has Tourettes syndrome."

Shining Armor backed off and sighed.

"Fine, but keep a close eye on him," Shining Armor said firmly.

"I will sir," Arby said then turned his gaze on Chief. "I won't take my eye off him for a second."

"sta11k3r" Chief huffed.

"Good to hear," Shining Armor said formally. He then turned to Flash Sentry. "Please show everypony to their rooms."

"Yes sir," Flash said and saluted.

Flash escorted Arby, Chief, and the girls to the rooms they would be staying in. When they entered the corridor that contained the rooms, Arby focused his attention on a heavily guarded door at the end of the hallway.

"Pardon me Flash, but what's in that room that's heavily guarded?" Arby asked gazing over at the area.

Flash turned his attention on the direction Arby was focusing on.

"All I can say it's a highly restricted area. You'll need authorization from either Shining Armor or Princess Cadence to enter.

"liek bye saying plex?" Chief asked.

Flash turned too Chief in confusion.

"Plex?" he asked.

"He meant 'please'."

"th3ts wat i sad dumba$$"

"I don't know. Like I said it's up to them, not me. But I can guarantee not even saying please would grant you access."

"th3ts bu11shit"

"We highly respect the wishes of Shining Armor, and his wife."

"Good," Flash said with a content smile.

Twilight knew that behind that door was the magical mirror that sent her to the parallel world where she met the human versions of her friends, and the rest of the citizens of Equestria.

When all the girls got their rooms, Arby and Chief were the last to be shown. Like all rooms, it had one single bed that needed to be shared. Chief immediately hated the amenity.

"th3r3s n0 wh3y n h311 im sharing th3t b3d w3th u"

"We don't have any other choice, Chief. Plus it seems big enough to fit the both of us."

"i dun car3 fag0t. s133ping w3th u wi11 mke m3 l0s3 mah virg3nity"

"I'm not planning to have sex with you Chief. I could place a small barrier in between us so we won't accidently touch one another."

"can u at 13ast t311 me y u c0u1dnt s133p with app13fap?"

"Her name is 'Applejack', Chief!"

"u c a diff3r3nce?"

"Let's not get off subject here! Both Applejack and I decided that you couldn't be entrusted to a room alone, as you sure as Tartarus are not going sharing a room with any of the girls! She allowed me to share a room with you so I can make sure you wouldn't do anything you wouldn't regret later on! Plus she likes to mingle with her marefriends. I admire that she's not one of the clingy types."

"i liek it wh3n ur m0m c1ings 2 m3"

"I also advise you to be on your best behavior too! That means no more swearing, no more rude comments or perverted actions or sayings, and specifically no more mom jokes! You have no idea how important this day is to me and Applejack, and the last thing I need is for you to find someway to fuck it all up! Do you understand me?"

"kk i g3t it. st0p biting my h3ad 0ff" Chief said defensively.

"Good! Now as a safety precaution, I've requested that you be grounded here until dinner tonight so I can explore this kingdom with Applejack and the girls in peace. I'm sorry if that's cruel, but you deserve it, Chief. I need to have sometime away from you so I won't be stressed later on during the feast. It's that time where you should learn too take more responsibility for your actions so others won't have negative feelings for you."

"k g0 ah3ad! l3ave! c if i care! this h01e plece is fu11 of fag0ts n e wheys!"

"Fine!" Arby said one last time before leaving the room and slamming the door behind him.

Chief angrily glared through is visor to the spot where Arby just left. To himself he seethed, "ill sh0w u sum fucking n3gativ3 f331ings! >:("