As Star was finishing her tale about her past, about the time apparently after the incident in Canterlot, Rarity and Rainbow Dash had a look of shame drawn on their face, daring not to deny nor argue about the claims made from Star. Meanwhile, Star looked in utter distraught, her body shaking violently, uncontrollably, the trauma of her past lay evident before all with the sight of her focus directing on the pair, eyes dilated and teeth bared to a grit.

“Despite our offer for peace and our past attempts to negotiate. Your kind merely spat on our face, disregarded us, and merely didn't want to face the fact that you were KILLING us! You speak about peace, friendship and harmony, but it's all nothing but hypocrisy spewing out of your muzzles!” Star spat out in furious anger. Her face clenched with rage with each venomous word that leaves her her lips.

“My dear daughter, let us not lose ourselves to our anger.” The Queen calmed from above, as if on instinct, Star bids her Mother's wish and comes to settle her tension, gazing up to meet her Mother's neon green eyes looking down at her with a mother's smile showing care and comfort.

Star obeyed her wish as she drew silent, but not without shooting a malice glare towards Rarity and Rainbow, taking a step back as I reached out and held her. Immediately, she turned to face me as I dug my fingers gently to the back of her hair and held her head to my chest, caressing her scalp soothingly as her hands rest on my shoulders, followed by a sigh of content to escape from her.

Queen Chrysalis gave a pleased look as she saw her daughter nuzzled in my arms. Perhaps she was pleased to see Star finally finding comfort in somepony. It made me think, it's possible for Changelings and Ponies to coexist together if Star and I could be happy with being together. She then looked out at Vincent before turning her attention towards Rarity and Rainbow Dash.

“As you can see, she has plenty of reason to hold contempt and mistrust not only towards you and your friends, but to ponies in general. Before the confrontations and the battles between both sides, I once sat upon a throne besides the two sisters as well.” The look on everyponies faces were that of bewilderment, including my own. Not once have I seen anything mentioned about Changelings and Ponies governing Equestria together within our books or histories. But I was intrigued nonetheless to know more about what mentioning that this may hold for us as she continued.

“As surprising as it may be to you all, I would understand why this news would come off as shocking to you. I would imagine that the sisters either dismissed this bit of information from records due to what my actions were considered 'Treason'. But in actuality, I did what any other Princess would do in her place. At the time, I was known as Princess Chrysalis, Ruler of Change. My responsibility was for the coexistence of differences, acceptance, and adaptation. In other words, I helped unify the nation and come to understand differences. Though during my time of rule beside the two sisters, we Changelings have come to an understanding that which we needed love and affection as a means of sustenance, and we earned our keep by different means. Working for approval of others and meeting satisfaction, finding a partner and being a housewife or husband, or even the more....'private' services such as working in taverns or the like.” Looking around to seeing some of the Changelings showing signs of reminiscence, I asked simply for better understanding.

“So wait, the Changelings went so far as...giving themselves to service others, as a means to survive?” Chrysalis looked down towards me with a solemn look, thankfully not taking offense to my choice of words, as if she understood I meant no disrespect as she replied.

“That's correct. Though we didn't find shame with doing what comes naturally to us. We were open to love all and accept love in return. There are only times when a Changeling was fortunate enough to find somepony to accept them as they were and become said Changelings 'Vessel' or in a more polite and even genuine term, a lover. There were some rare occasions where a Changeling found a companion and gave up on being resourceful to all and instead focus their hunger towards their significant other. In fact, this was how Herds became possible to begin with. After claims of affairs taking place and reasoning being our means of survival compared to the ponies willingness to give their love to their Changeling lover, the sisters and I have come to an understanding and created laws to give those in need of polygamous relations the privilege to do so, under certain conditions and understanding from their significant other. We created the Alpha of the Herd, set limitations so not to create complications, as well as equal rights between all within the Herd. Doing so reduced allegations made of affairs between Changelings and their Pony lovers as well as made it more bearable for the Changelings to thrive and progress happily with their lives, not to mention that the taboo of Ponies loving more then one was made possible and was accepted which brought society in a more harmonious state.” As Chrysalis explained with pride from this accomplishment, I found it incredible that the Changelings were the ones who started this to begin with. But it leaved questions as to why they weren't credited in our history let alone, what happened to separate the two? I then noticed Vincent gazing upon Chrysalis with full attention, settling himself to rest upon the hilt of his large sword as it stuck up from the flooring.

“That's interesting and all, but that doesn't explain how all of that led to where we are now. What happened to where everything led up to all of this?” Vincent questioned, but unlike before, his tone didn't hold any uncaring or rage-filled desire within them, but instead he seemed more calm and interested, despite his choice of words towards the Queen. As though unfazed or showing no effect by Vincent's question, Chrysalis gave her attention to him as she answered.

“Apparently, somepony made a claim that they were attacked and violated by a Changeling, and the Changeling in question stated to never have met that pony when the incident took place. All were in favor of the Ponies claim, despite the Changeling having an alibi to stand on and this created conflict between the two sides. The sisters thought the Changelings were being unfair and biased with their decision and I defended my children, which in turn, led to a civil war if you will. I was dethroned, overpowered by the two sisters and we were cast out from Canterlot and have been struggling to fend for ourselves since then.” Though the Queen answered with pain and sorrow in her tone, recanting on the tales that her memory served to answer Vincent's question, the Queen's gaze did not falter or show weakness in self-control. She remained adamant in posture with a look of dignity suited for a strong leader and Queen. Vincent's eyes cast downward, looking at the jewel in his handle, but not in observation, but rather enraptured in his own thoughts.

“So in the end, it became a matter of trust that started this whole fight, and...if the Changeling had an alibi and evidence to stand on, then what happened was really unjustified.” Vincent looked up, speaking softly out of thought as he looked up Chrysalis, his tension now gone as Chrysalis nodded her head in agreement. I looked towards Star who rested on my chest, but was watching the conversation take place as I saw Vincent lift his large sword out of the ground, swinging it around to his backside before it clicked, securing the weapon in place as he sighed.

“Then this whole thing, the kidnapping, the attacks, the war brought about from the past...it was all unnecessary then.” He began, closing his eyes before turning to face Star and I with a guilty look on his face.

“I'm sorry. I now realize the mistakes that we have made, after hearing your struggles and ordeals, along with the attempts to seek a compromise, you were all unjustly accused and exiled from your homes and had to seek a means of survival. Yet here I stand, fighting with the intent to protect my friends, when we shouldn't be fighting to begin with, and instead got driven with the thought to harm you for taking what I held dear.” Vincent hung his head low in apology, as he addressed towards Star, who showed no signs of emotion. She only relieved herself from my grasp as she approached Vincent, standing before him as she looked up at him, straight in the eyes before she punched him in the gut. Vincent bellowed out, coughing from the sudden attack as he held his stomach, leaning forward before she grabs his cheeks and made him look up at her before she smirked.

“You're such a dense wimp. Though you did come to your senses. But next time you play white knight on me, I'll kick the living shit out of you and bury you myself.” Star then pushed his face away as he staggered before coming to balance himself upright as Star turned and hugged me close. It was kinda scary how brutal she could be, but to me she seemed more tender. I returned the hug as I whispered in her ear.

“Was that really necessary sweetie?” I felt her cheek grace against mine gently, her warm breath gently blowing against my neck as she whispers.

“Gotta make a point babe.” The way she said that sent shivers down my spine, but to be honest, it was quite the turn-on to be holding such a strong, yet loving mare in my arms.

“You may have to demonstrate a bit more later when this is all over.” I said with a heated coo.

“Mmm, maybe I should.” She replied in a sultry tone as I nibbled her in the ear, earning a quiet moan from her beside my ear, thankfully not loud enough for others to have heard. She kissed my cheek before we gave the others our attention as Vincent turned towards the Queen to spoke.

“If you are still interested Chrysalis, I wish to help remedy this issue and aim for a compromise between the Changelings and Ponies. I can attempt to arrange a meeting with the Princesses if you wish to speak to them to help resolve this issue and put it behind us for the good of the subjects. Is this alright to you?” The Queen looked down upon Vincent, as if watching him with observant eyes as they pierced him for any ill intent or trickery until she gave a gentle smile and replied.

“For my beloved subjects, I wish nothing more then to put an end to all of this. If you can get me a meeting with the Princess to put an end to all of this, peacefully, then I will gladly accept the thought.” As she agreed to the idea, we all rounded up and decided to go in a small group, consisting of Vincent, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Star, Chrysalis, myself, and only a few guards for the Queen's well-being as we trekked back out of this strange mountain and readying to head towards Canterlot.

“It may take us some time to get back to Ponyville, let alone Canterlot. Hopefully everypony is prepared.” Chrysalis informed as Vincent sighed, looking up and shielding his eyes from the bright sun as Rarity spoke.

“Isn't there some means of carriage or transportation that can get us there quicker?” With Star locking arms with me, I turned to Rarity and responded.

“If that was the case then wouldn't it be more time efficient for the Queen and her subjects to come to our home?”

“I suppose you are right.” Rarity sighed with a look of agitation, regretting the thought of having to make way back to town by hoof.

“Unfortunately I'm not so adept with using Equestrian magic yet, and I doubt I know any other magic to getting us there quicker.” Vincent added, the Queen looking towards him in curiosity as she asked.

“You know how to use Equestrian magic?” Vincent had a modest smile, scratching the back of his head as he groans.

“Kind of? I'm still learning the basics and all, so I can't do any teleportations, but I'm better at using Nether Magic though, unfortunately I don't know anything to help get us there faster.” Chrysalis looked in thought while watching Vincent before she said.

“Hmm...sorry, I've never heard of Nether Magic. Even my late husband hasn't mentioned anything of the sort to me.”

“Your late husband? Who's that?” Vincent asked.

“His name is Sombra, Late King of the Crystal Empire.” The Queen simply answered, earning a terrified look from Rainbow Dash and Rarity as they twisted around to her.

“KING SOMBRA?!” The two ponies exclaimed.

“You mean to tell me that you were in a relationship with that horrible Stallion?!” Rarity exclaimed. Earning a sharp glare from Star as she spout venomously.

“DON'T YOU DARE BELITTLE MY FATHER THAT WAY YOU FILTHY PEASANT!!!” I held on to Star as I tried to calm her down.

“Star, behave yourself my dear.” Chrysalis demanded with care in her tone as her daughter's boil has ever slightly simmered before Chrysalis faced the pair in question.

“But yes, King Sombra was indeed my late husband, and despite whatever quarrels you've shared with him, we would appreciate it if you kept what opinions you have to yourselves. For your sake, consider this advice an intent to maintain the peace we have long awaited for.” Holding Star and doing my best to comfort her, she gave a sigh of agitation before she dropped her head against my chest, my cue to gently pet her as she sighed once more, only this time in satisfaction.

“I'm...sorry. I should have been more considerate. Um...anyways, so how long would it take before we arrive to Canterlot?” Rarity asked in attempt to change the subject to another matter. Chrysalis, looking up to the rising sun, reaching past noon as she thought to herself before answering.

“Well, if we are to be quick enough, we should come to arrive within early evening time.” Though some already grieving the thought, little choice was available as we all made our way to venture back towards Canterlot.

It took us some time to get here, but luckily we managed to arrive in Canterlot late in the afternoon, nearly evening actually, as the warm sun was being descended and the moon was rising in suit. We first came upon Ponyville as Chrysalis and her subjects took forms as random pony citizens, blending in quiet well as we hopped onto the train over here and now here we stood, in front of the Castle as I approached a guard and gaining his attention.

“Hello there, I wish to meet with Princess Celestia and Luna. I realize the timing may be inconvenient, but it's rather urgent.” Saying these words must have put the guard on alert as he gave me a sharp eye, inquisitive but choosing his words before he spoke.

“I will send a message to the Princess immediately. What exactly is this meeting pertaining to?” This stallion is showing indication that which he is willing to comply, and I took his request as a means to better inform the princess on the topic at hand. But I couldn't tell him that there were Changelings in his presence, otherwise that may create a commotion so I had to be subtle while directing immediate urgency within what I say.

“Tell her that I have further information regarding an attack recently back at Ponyville, as well as a possible solution to the dilemma.” It took the guard a moment before he nodded in understanding, leaving us at the front under the watchful eye of his fellow guard, posted on the other side of the entrance.

Luckily the Changelings were still camouflaged so the guard didn't suspect a thing. It was a short while later that the guard returned with confirmation to allow us access before giving me a slip, indicating that I have permission to enter if any guard questions us. I took it from his grasp as we thanked the stallion before making our way up the steps and towards the Throne Room where Princess Celestia waited for us.

We approached the white alicorn as she stood at the foot of her throne, her aurora mane flicking gently and delicately with nonexistent wind, dressed in a sleek pearl dress, possibly a night gown but it looked more appropriate for the outdoors, but yet she wasn't adorned with her crown, necklace, or golden slippers as she greeted us with a warm smile as everypony took a bow except the Changelings for a moment until a short delay did they follow suit along with myself.

“Welcome back Vincent, Rainbow Dash, and Rarity. Ah, I see you've also brought guests as well. It's a pleasure to meet you all. Please stand, there is no need for that. Hehe, you know this Vincent.” I stood up along with everypony else, greeting her with a kind smile as I responded.

“Sorry Celestia. Didn't want to be the odd one of the bunch.” She giggled from my remark before addressing in a more concerned tone.

“So Vincent, I realized this topic is revolved with the Changelings discovered in Ponyville, correct?” I only stood quietly, looking around before she added, “Do not worry. We are alone for the time being. I understand the importance of secrecy right now. But please, tell me what you know Vincent.” I took a deep breath, searching for the best words to initiate this and explain the circumstances that which transpired from the Hive. Everypony stood still in this moment of silence, waiting for me before I opened my mouth to speak.

“It has come to my attention that there has been a misunderstanding Celestia. As peculiar as that may sound, I must inform you that I have had personal confrontation with Changelings as well as their Queen.” Her eyes grew in intensity, shocked from what she heard as her concern drew to that of worry.

“Can you best explain this misunderstanding to me Vincent?” She asked. I closed my eyes with a nod before answering.

“It appears that this whole thing, the attack in Ponyville as well as the battles that have occurred in the past, were all from allegations which I would see as false accusations as well as possible prejudice claims made from years back.” Celestia was in thought, listening to my words as she lifts her hand up to her chin as if in ponder, her eyes watching me intently as she nods for me to continue.

I explained what happened when the girls and I got captured by the Changeling's, being taken in and fighting our way through before confronting the Queen and her General, then everything is explained when Swift intervened because of personal relations with the General. Celestia only listened as I explained to her everything that has transpired before telling her that the Changelings wish for nothing more then to make peace and rebuild what they had once in the past. Celestia took the last bit as a miracle coming true, with thankful eyes that sparkled and a smile shining as she responded.

“Making peace with the Changelings? Chrysalis wishes to make peace? If this is true, then I would be most thankful and gladly accept it.” She then looks over at the ponies accompanied with me as they stood in silence before her eyes focused on one, smiling with a relaxed gaze as she continued. “Please Chryssi, let us put everything behind us and make peace. We missed you, especially one in particular.” The pony Celestia fixed her attention on, being Chrysalis in disguise, smiled and a chuckle.

“How did you know which one I was?” She said as a puff of green flames engulfed her before extinguishing to reveal Chrysalis, standing tall, reverent with a natural, slender beauty.

“Because I....”

“CHRYSSI?!” A female sound boomed out in disbelief, followed by the clopping of hooves galloping towards us with wings flapping. Chrysalis turned before a slim blue figure wrapped onto her, squeezing her tightly with a trembling body. It was then I realized that it was Luna, holding onto Chrysalis as she cried on her shoulder.

“L-Luna?” Chrysalis spoke in surprise as Luna cried out.

“We haft missed thee...s-so much. We're sorry dear Chryssi. Please...please come back home.” Celestia looked touched, her hands at her chest as she contained her emotion, but showed how this scenario touched her heart, her mouth slightly agape with eye's raised like she was about to cry. Chrysalis returned the hug to the blue princess, with an endearing touch she raised her hand and caressed the back of Luna's night-like mane, her fingers digging in to the fine, smooth strands as Luna's mane swirls around Chrysalis' fingers as the Changeling closed her eyes, smiling with ease as she quietly speaks.

“I missed you too, my dear Luna.”