Spike was being a happy-go-lucky dragon like he always is one. It was nothing like a good housekeeping for his best friend, Twilight Sparkle, the princess of Friendship. It wasn't easy of course, but he was always happy to make Twilight happy by cleaning and sorting out many materials and books for her.

At last, when the castle library looked nice and clean, Twilight came in the room, and noticed how nice and spiffy it looked from Spike’s cleaning skills. “Wow, Spike.” She admired him. “I’m really impressed by how you did all of this.”

“Ah well, you know.” Spike flustered lightly. Gently dragging his tiny right foot on the floor. “Just doing what a good friend would do.” He admitted. “Yep, I know how neatly you would want me to stack all these books for you.”

Twilight smiled gratefully, and gave him a sisterly hug to show appreciation for him and his hard work. “Thanks, Spike.” She said warmly. “I don’t know what I’d be without you.” And she let him go.

For the baby dragon, he was always pleased to see how much Teilight appreciates him and his hard work that he does, all for her. Technically, Spike was like a little brother to the princess of friendship, and she herself looked at Spike like the little brother she always wanted in her life.

“Oh stop it, Twilight.” Spike said. “You’re kinda embarrassing me.”

And Twilight made a small giggle in response to that. “Oh Spike. Come on, you know how much I love you.”

“I love you too.... sis.” The baby dragon said. All of a sudden, she hugged him again very tenderly, and he hugged her back in quick response. “So...” he made a small yawn and covered his mouth. “Is there anything else I can do around here?” He sounded a little groggy.

No doubt, Spike was probably getting tired from all the work he was doing around the castle. Twilight noticed he was about to fall right on his back, and realized that he was so sleepy. He couldn’t get his balance right, as a matter of fact, she caught him before he could fall asleep right on his back on the shiny floor.

“Spike, I think you need some rest.” She smirked adorably.

“What? Me? Rest? Nah, I don’t need any rest. I’m your number one assistant, I should, have to really rest for anything if I am like that.” And he made another yawn from his system.

“Come on, Spike, you’re more than just my number one assistant, you’re family to me.”

The baby dragon’s eyes peeled wide up hearing that. “Really. You mean that?”

“Of course, silly. I wouldn’t let you live here if you weren’t family to me.” And she gave him a small kiss on the forehead to show more sibling affection. “Now come on, why don’t I tuck you in bed?” And she used the magic from her horn to gently hover Spike, and carefully put him on her back for a short ride.

“But... But... but... what about the dishes, and create some scrolls or correspondences to the princess’? You’ll never know when you might need me for something cleaned or organized.” By the sound of Spike’s voice, he did so much work as it is on the castle.

Twilight made a chuckle, and said “Spike, it’s okay. You already did much of the things around here already. I think I can manage the rest by myself.” And she went up the stairs to Spike’s room. “Even princess’ like me need breaks from so,etching every once in a while. As a matter of fact, why don’t you take a little day off?”

Finally deciding to give up, Spike remarked “Okay. I suppose I can take a little.... nap.” And he suddenly collapsed right on Twilight’s back, and began snoring loudly in his warm, soft slumber.

The purple allicorn smiled and gently laid him to bed, and tucked his blankets over his small body, with his head only showing. She went up to him and kissed him on the cheek goodnight. “Sweet dreams, little brother.” And she quietly left the bedroom to let Spike have his little, Well-deserved nap to recharge his batteries.

In the meantime, Twilight went back to her castle library to grab her first book to read over for the day. While she was getting the middle of the whole novel a number of minutes later, somepony rang her doorbell. She was slightly annoyed by being interrupted by her usual studies, but nonetheless, she kept a friendly face, and promptly went over to the front door after putting her book away, and on hold until she comes back.

She opened the double doors with her magic, and it revealed to be all her closest friends, Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy, Applejack, Rarity, and Pinkie Pie. There was also Starlight Glimmer, her friend/student in learning about friendship who was a former communist. "Oh, hi everypony." she greeted. "Come on in, I was just about to make myself some herbal tea."

"Hey Twilight." Rainbow Dash greeted. She and the other girls promptly went inside her castle to take the load off as good friends together.

All of them sat in the throne room with the cutie map in the center of all six thrones, well, seven if counting Spike since he has a small throne for him attached to Twilight's.

Of course, since Spike was fast asleep right now, Starlight took the liberty of sitting on Spike's throne, although she was a little unsure if she should be doing that, for she didn't wanna disrespect Spike's seat like this. "Twilight, would spike be okay with Spike sitting on his spot in the conference room?" she asked her a little uncomfortably.

Twilight gave her a warm smile with certainty. "Don't worry, Starlight. I'm sure he won't mind. Besides, he's just up in his room taking a nap. He really worked himself to the bone all for me."

"Really? Was he asking for more work to be done?" Applejack asked with a raised eyebrow in amusement.

"Yeah, but he really needs some rest. I don't want him to slave away in his duties, even baby dragons like him need a break and fun in their lives, too."

"Exactly how I think." Pinkie agreed with her. "If there's anything that wouldn't be fun, it would be all work and no play."

"I just hope he hasn't worked himself too much." Fluttershy said. "I would hate to see poor Spikey-Whikey get hurt while working."

"Don't worry Fluttershy." Twilight reassured her. "I would never overwork him to the point where he would hurt himself."

The yellow pegasus made a really cute smile on her face. "I know you would never do that. We know how much you love him very much." And she took a sip of her herbal tea.

"So what brings you all here?"

"We received this letter from Princess Celestia, along with Princess Luna as well." Rarity remarked. She pulled out a regal looking scroll and handed it to Twilight to read from. It had a red piece of ribbon keeping it folding.

Twilight grabbed it with her magic and slowly unfold it. She cleared her throat and began reading

Dear Twilight Sparkle

Forgive us for intruding on whatever you and your friends were doing at the moment, but I am afraid that we have received a somewhat terrible rumour that an old enemy of me and my sisters' from the past has returned to this world to cause havoc once more. It would be nice if you, and your friends would come over to Canterlot and discuss the situation in the castle about Roseblood.

Sincerely, Princess Celestia and Luna.

When Twilight was finished, she was temendously confused by what was going on.

All her comrades were equally surprised and confused by this as she was. Still, it was a direct order by the co-rulers of Equestria, so they all decided to take a train to Canterlot to have a discussion about this Roseblood mare, whoever she was.

"Roseblood?" Said Rainbow Dash. "Forgive me, but I think that's an awesome name."

"Rainbow Dash." Starlight scolded her. "This is serious."

"I know, I know." The blue pegasus replied. “I was just saying is all.”

“Come on girls, let’s go to Canterlot.” Applejack said boldly.

As they all ran to catch a train fk the capital city of Equestria, Twilight suddenly had a thought. “Wait, shouldn’t Spike come with us? I son’t want him to wake up and find out we’re not here.”

“She has a good point.” Fluttershy said in agreement. “I don’t want him to be scared becasue we left him. Without telling him why we went to Canterlot.”

“Don’t worry.” Said Rarity. “The least we can do is write a note just in case he wakes up and he is looking for us.”

“Good idea.” Then Starlight pulled out a pen and a piece of paper and wrote down what Spike will read if he finds it. “There.” And she put it on the baby dragon’s throne since it would be the first place he would look for something important.

“Okay. Yeah, I guess it will, only be for an hour or two in Canterlot.” Twilight speculated, and they all continued to catch a train to the capital city. Twilight was the one who payed it of course since she is a princess, whom they get discounts.

While riding in the train to Canterlot, Twilight was still trying to figure something out about this mysterious “Roseblood” the two princess’ referred to in the letter. Was she dangerous? Was she terrifying? Was she just as powerful? Or is she even back to truly cause havoc?

The others honestly didn’t know what to think of this mare. She must sound pretty evil to them and all of Equestria. If she truly has returned, at least they can try and take her down and rid any coming omen, or die trying.

In Canterlot, it was just as crowded and busy as it is since it is the capital city in the whole land. They all had no problem. Getting inside the castle from the guards doing their rounds, for they were all great heroes in Equestria.

Nothing like being back in the home of Princess Celestia and Luna to lift all their spirits. For it was a great privilege for them to have. Twilight was the one that opened the double-doors to the throne room. She and her friends noticed the pricness’ having a discussion probably about this Roseblood mare.

“You’re majesties?” Twilight Said nervously. She and her friends bowed to both of them in respect, and a Celestia was more than happy to see these heroes again. “I hope we’re not interrupting you with anything.”

“Twilight And friends, welcome back.” Said Celestia in her motherly voice.

“Our apologies, me and my sister were just having a little talk about this mare who might or might not have returned.” Luna said.

“So, about this... Roseblood, who was she anyway?” Asked Rainbow Dash curiously.

With a grim look on her face, Celestia explained. “Roseblood was a powerful, and dangerous mare from a long time ago.” And she closed her eyes while explaining. “Roseblood, was an extraordinary mare who had the gift of having powerful magical abilities that not even me and my sister can do as rulers together.”

“However,” Luna said. “She became corrupt with all the power she had within herself, and tried to take over the world with her ability to control and brainwash anypony she would come in contact with.”

Fluttershy felt a chill go down her spine just thinking about it. “And she didn’t succeed, did she?” She asked in a very nervous voice.

“She almost did.” Celestia Said. “Roseblood controlled countless pony lives to do her bidding by corrupting their hearts and mind with darkness, as a matter of fact, she would make anypony believe that darkness wS the only way with her magic.”

The eyes of Twilight and her friends looked rather wide and awe-struck. “Would she control a whole city of ponies?” Twilight asked them

“She could control a whole army containing thousands of ponies on her side with her magic.” Luna said. “She reminded us of myself when I was Nightmare Moon. Before I was banished, of course.”

“Roseblood would take a number of cities with her continuously growing army under her spell, one after another, after another. However, me and my sister combined ourselves, along with Star-Swirl the Bearded, and used all of our magic to carefully and forcefully set her to the pits of Tartarus.”

“Me and Celestia thought that we took care of her for good, but... we were wrong. Now, we believe she has returned.9

“How is that even possible?” Said Pinkie Pie. “It sounds so super-duper crazy!”

“How long ago was that?” Asked Applejack

“Two thousand years ago.” Celestia admitted. “We realized her power was slowly growing all the time within Tartarus, her prison, and she might be at her full power once again after all this time waiting and recovering.”

“Well, maybe if we all combine ourselves, maybe we can all give her a rightful retribution.” Fluttershy Said. “I mean... we just need to stay together and everything will be fine.”

“Yeah, I bet if you defeated her once, you can do it again.” Rainbow speculated.

“I’m afraid it’s not that simple.” Luna admitted sadly. “She is that powerful, we even underestimated her the last time we fought and imprisoned her.”

“Luna’s right.” Said Celestia. “It will take a lot more than our magic combined to stop her once and for all.”

“What about Discord?” Twilight Asked. All of a sudden, the master of Chaos appeared out of nowhere, hovering in a lounging position.

“You called me, my friends?” He asked with an amused look on his face.

“I’m sorry, Twilight. That is good thinking, but even with Discord’s help, it still wouldn’t be enough to stop Roseblood.”

“Tia’s right.” Said Discord in a voice of shame. “Even the master of chaos, that’s moi, has his limits.”

“When there is a will, then there is a way.” Rarity Said

“Perhaps.”

“We’ve beaten many evil ponies and creatures before, Discord, Chrysalis, Tirek, And others.” Twilight reminded. “I don’t think Roseblood would be any different.” Her friedns all agreed with her in unison, and admired her bravery and courage.

“She’s right. As long as I have my friends by my side, there will be nothing to worry about.” Fluttershy Said. “We’ll find Roseblood and stop her from causing any trouble.”

“Right!” They all said.

“Do you know where Roseblood even is?” Starlight Asked them.

All of a sudden everything grew a little dark and eerie, and a red mist appeared out of nowhere, covering the floor. All of them were a little scared, not really knowing what’s going on.

“No need to ask for my whereabouts, everypony.” Said a beautiful, mare’s voice. Just then, a large, blackish-gray allicorn appeared out of nowhere. She was a rather beautiful looking mare, and looked a little bit like Princess Celestial except her hair was normal, and it was a thick, blood red mane, along with her tail.

Her body was the same shape like Celestia’s as well, but slightly more slender and thin. She had bright red eyes with cat-like pupils, looking rather demonic, with her teeth looking as sharp as knives. Her wings looked like a regular Pegasus’ wings, but they looked more sinister, and a little batty.

“Ah, Celestia and Luna. It’s so good to see you again, hehehe.” She said to the princess’ with a giggle.

“Roseblood!” Said Celestia and Luna in unison. Celestia gave a rather fierce and angry look at the dark, demonic allicorn. “You got a lot of nerve showing your face around her again!”

“Relax, Tia. I do not want to fight.” She Said. “I just want to talk with you and your friends.”

“There’s noting to discuss with you- you- demonic hag!” Luna verbally attacked her

“Tut tut. There’s no need for that. Ah, and you must be the infamous Twilight Sparkle, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Rainbow Dash, And Applejack. I have heard so much about you and your perilous journeys. Allow me to i geoduck myself. I am Roseblood, the ditches of darkness, the mare of nightmares, and the most powerful pony in the world!” And a few red lightning bolts were seen as She cackled.

“You’re going down, you fiend!” Rainbow Said. She charged at her, but Roseblood used her magic to blast a small bolt of energy to her, making the Pegasus mare tumble to the floor.

“I don’t think so, foolish girl.” Roseblood muttered with an a,used look on her face. “You do have serious guts trying to stop me like that thoug, i’ll give you credit for your bravery, foolish bravery. Hehehe. But enough of this blasphemy, you will all now to me as your new queen of Equestria.”

“No! I will never bow to a meanie like you!” Fluttershy exclaimed.

Smirking, Roseblood unleashed a wicked, red mist from her horn and suddenly, everypony became perfectly still in somewhat of a trance. Discord was the exception since he was hovering in midair, or maybe because he wasn’t a pony.

Everypony’s eyes suddenly turned from their normal colors, to a glowing, menacing red. Celestia and Luna also suffered the same thing as Twilight and her friends, and they all giggled and chuckled evilly.

Turns out, the princess’ and the elements of harmony were all brainwashed.

Roseblood gave an evil laugh up to the ceiling in triumph, and looked at Discord, looking quite scared.

“Of good grief!” Said the master of chaos. “This is terrible! My dear Fluttershy corrupted into darkness like this! Oh what am I to do now?” He thought, starting to panic a little.

“Oh don‘t worry Discord.” Said Roseblood in mock sympathy. “Why don’t you join us to be with her? There’s plenty of mist for everypony to inhale.”

“Hell no! I’m out of here!” And he suddenly disappeared out of cowardice.

“Well my friends, welcome to my family. Today, a new era is awakening, and we shall rule Equestria, and Nopony will stop me this time! Now, come help me get the rest of Equestria to join us.”

“Of course, my queen.” Said Twilight with an evil smile. As a matter of fact, all of the bad evil smiles now that they were brainwashed.

“Yes, this is going to be interesting.” Fluttershy Said wickedly.

All of the. Laughed evilly, and the sky turned from blue with clouds to red with clouds, marking it as a prophecy of Equestria’s future doom.