Trees. Everywhere there were trees. To my left trees, to my right more trees. Not just any trees, no, apple trees. Sweet delicious hanging there to taunt me, and the golden delicious repeating its sister's act. When I wasn't bored by the scenery, my stomach desired the succulent fruit. Sweet Apple Acres is a breath taking sight, the sheer size alone had me in awe for a while; it was beginning to slowly degrade my mood. The amount of trees that looked like they had been copied and pasted made me question what kind of world this was.

There was a plus side to this though, Applejack is good company. Her adventures were something to marvel in too, without losing interest. She had an adorable southern accent and more importantly was proud of her orchard.

Perhaps proud is an understatement.

"What in tarnation do yer mean, ya prefer oranges?" It was as if I had just said 'hey wanna knock hooves behind every last one of these trees?' I actually think both M.V.R and Bloodrage are starting to affect my thoughts.

"I'm just saying, I like how they are juicy and come in segments. It's like their already packaged and ready to go." I replied. She still looked at me as if I just insulted her work. I could see the gears grinding to comprehend these words. Seriously, has she never met a stallion who liked oranges?

"But cha got hooves, how can yer peel an orange? That's why we are in the best business, it’s good for bits and is easy eatin'." she replied, strolling towards the barn.

"Don't forget Miss Applejack, I was not always a pony." She didn't get the message. After explaining my original structure and features, with the help of a stick and the soil, she seemed to see why I might have easy access to these types of peel-able fruits. Albeit she shot me another funny look, but as we made our way to the barn she seemed as cheerful as ever.

"Alright, ah get it. Ah'm gonna have to bake yer an apple pie, that'll change yer tone. Can't do that with no dumb orange now, huh?" She rose to the challenge valiantly. I genuinely believe I had insulted her, as tempted as I was to point out that she too was orange, I thought I'd better keep my mouth shut.

Inches away from the door I caught something in the breeze. It was sweet and fizzy, made of bubble-gum and cotton candy. AJ had started to slowly open the large red doors. The wooden barriers separated and revealed an ill lit barn. The scent was radiating out of the darkened storage space. It finally hit me, literally, when I entered the barn as to what it was.

Or who to be exact.

" SURPRISE!" The entire barn lit up in an instant. The war cry signalled Ponyville's party pony to launch herself at me. From the plate crushing hug, I spied a few of the elements, over 50 ponies, a lot of hay bales being used as seats and the most important thing of all...

Chocolate

Pure cocoa statues of ponies, rather cannibalistic, a fountain of brown gold, gushing into the pool below. There was a large inflatable swimming pool, an actual lake of chocolate, and it was glistening under the light. To the far right of the miniature reservoir, stretching from one side to the other was a large table. There were treats such as; sweet cupcakes, caramel and toffee mousse, mint and chocolate milkshakes and much more.

My body dropped, slumping onto the floor, after being released from the Pinkie lock. Yeah, it deserves its own name. I think my tongue actually lolled around as I panted. I didn't really care how much of a demonic canine I looked; I was too infatuated with my banquet.

Yes MY banquet...now, now, there's enough for everyone. They can a have half a cupcake each. Sharing is caring right?

I turned to the pink fuzz ball, who was wearing a hopeful expression on her face.

"Do you like it?" She grinned, putting all of her, ridiculously vast amount of, teeth on display.

Unfortunately I was still in my stupor.

"I love you." The entire room erupted in uproar. "IT! I LOVE IT! I meant to say thank...oh what's the use?" Pinkie was laughing manically, she then got up and gave me a playful nuzzle. The vixen then giggled and trotted off to the rest of the guests..

I see you wish to joke around. Good move miss Pie, good move indeed.

I shook off the mirth and walked towards the remaining Elements. I realised why I couldn’t have an invite, it was painstakingly obvious; and it tasted like toffee too. I put Rarity's cloak to the side moments before greeting them, Twilight and Pinkie appeared to be consoling with a little yellow ball. I still can't blame the timid pegasus, if someone told me she was afraid of her own shadow I would believe it; I'd imagine talking to a satanic incarnation of one's nightmare to be at least be a hair raising experience. Or fur in this case.

"I do hope you didn't become infatuated with me when I gave you your attire my dear." Rarity tittered.

"Yeah, when ah gave yer that apple, ah didn't think yer would think of me as yer special somepony." Great now applejack is getting in on the action. Thankfully I had not seen much of Rainbow Dash.

"Not to worry ladies; I have noticed you both have other… marvellous, unique, qualities. Simply giving me a gift won't get my heart as easy. It was just a slip of the tongue." I replied, smiling and winking at the mares.

"Ah shucks, ah thought we were getting to ya then." I could see a little blush as she checked her flank. It took I while but, I think it was because during the entire journey I was behind her. Not directly, but occasionally I would wobble to the side, balancing the invites.

"Ever the gentlecolt, thank you Magma Vein." Rarity responded happily. I could tell she was used to stallion eyes focusing on her form, even if they did stray to the derrière.

We made small talk, which eventually lead to pleasant conversation about more recent events, beside my arrival. Then I got what I came for. The whereabouts of the Diamond dogs, cunningly disguised as feigned concerned for her safety during her capture. It would be wise to investigate tonight, thus giving me more time to find an update for my contract. As Bloodrage later informed me, whilst delivering these messages, the redemption is cumulative.

Soon a cyan pegasus landed next to me and joined the party, and was equally amazed by the spread. We indulged in the vast quantities of chocolate, then things got competitive. Needless to say, the heat from my tongue melted the chocolate, leading to me drinking most of the food. It came to the last milkshake, we locked eyes. I thought I had this one in the bag, but even my rapid dash was not fast enough to beat the rainbow blur. Still before she could wrap her lips around the straw, I took advantage of her own ego rubbing, and swiped it from her hooves.

"Fastest flyer maybe, not the quickest eater that's for sure." She frowned and looked at me.

"Oh yeah? I can beat you any time!" she said wiping the chocolate from her maw.

I noisily slurped the refreshing beverage up, "You mean just like the one we just had?" again I drank from the shake. I looked up to see her grin as she surveyed our work. Unfortunately all of the flavour merged together to form one bland chocolaty helping. It all looked well prepared too. The guests didn't seem too disgruntled, but were still in awe over our furious eating rivalry.

"Alright you win big guy. Your pretty quick too, never seen a pony run that fast. Still not as fast as me though." She said, pushing her azure chest out and resting one hoof on it.

How modest. I thought smiling up to the pegasus as she smoothed over her ego.

I bet you'd like to rub her too. Although I was wondering why M.V.R had remained silent, I was wishing he kept that way instantly.

Seriously? She doesn't even have a horn. I pointed out in an irritated mental voice, walking over to Twilight; she was beckoning me over.

But she's feisty, I doubt she'd say no to anything. He was incredibly vulgar, even back in hell. He would mentally undress Sapphire hue, how did I know? He showed me pictures. OK maybe sometimes I did it too. Thankfully he spared me any new images of me and Dash.

"Hey Magma, we want you to meet Fluttershy. She's still timid." her voice flattened at the last point.

"Do you think that's a good idea? If she is still scared of me then perhaps it's best to leave it be." I pointed out.

"Nonsense, she will have to get used to you sooner or later. Why don't you re-introduce yourself?" she pleaded. I could see a little rosy mane shivering behind her. I think I saw a flash of turquoise before a barely audible squeak.

"Because that would be pointless and would scare the poor pony."

"Don't worry I will comfort her. Pinkie was meant to be helping but..." She trailed off and pointed to the fountain. I could see energetic eating machine bathing her face in flowing chocolate.

Damn, guess I'm not the best eater here after all.

"Okay, I will talk to her. I do hope your right." I proceeded slowly walk past her.

"She has already spoken to you once, I'm sure she can do it again." True, Fluttershy was capable of at least giving me a rapidly speaking apology, although she did slow down once I forgave her. Now that I think about it, after she sighed in relief she did go wide eyed, and made her way to the back of the group.

I peered around and saw a little lump of yellow and pink trying to reduce its size. I rolled my eyes and sat down next to her, the lavender unicorn sat down beside me as well. I had already thought of a strategy and so did Twilight. I silenced before she started talking, I believe she wanted to dive right in.

I had used this method on Cerberus and it worked like a charm, and he was trying to kill me.

"You’re going to get yourself eaten." Sapphire Hue pointed out as we walked through the entrance. Where we were going, few wanted venture. It was feeding time in the pit. The walls had become stained with small crimson tendrils, growing like vines. Hell was reclaiming a newly refurbished addition to the feeding grounds.

"I'll be fine, come check up on me every hour though. Just in case." I teased. She scowled angrily and whipped me with her tail. It stung like...well Hell really.

"Yeeooouuuch!" I screamed, massaging my spine.

"Don't play around!" She was now pointing at me, and her normal light blue hue was darkening. "Don't do anything stupid."

"Ow, I wasn't exactly planning starting a fight you know." I had straightened my back and was heading for the last set of double doors.

I heard a low growl, followed by some sloshing. I guess he was starting to be fed. The thunderous roar echoed past the doors. The distinct sound of grinding and lazy chewing soon followed. I turned to face Sapphire Hue, her eyes glistened with worry whilst I wore a confident smirk. She looked between the doors and me and pounced.

"Just, be careful." I did enjoy the sentiment. Her hugs were always welcome, instead if some of the beatings I often received. On and off duty.

"Don't worry I have a plan." With that I released her and opened the doors.

It stood there, hunched over eating the dammed. I realised that sloshing sound was, the greedy wallowing around in their sweat and filth. Didn’t affect him, he had a huge appetite. His thick hind legs were visible on this side of the ancient bars, as was his mace like tail. I noticed the silver streak passing along his back as one head lunged to the side. There were three serving trays, one for each head that protruded from his shoulders. I got a good luck at one of his heads, and he got a good look at me.

He immediately bound for the cage that held him. He was within arms reached, barking and gnashing away at me. I was terrified, but I stood my ground. I almost fled when his middle jaw slid through the bars. Thankfully they could only fit through horizontally, so when he clamped down the bar prevented him from closing fully.

The trio of heads resembled black Rottweiler’s. Obviously being in hell, they would look different from my picture book memory of such a breed. That silver streak reached their dark muzzle. The fangs were like stalactites and stalagmites, and to the side of the lower jaw appeared to be some form of mandibles. The eyes burned like miniature suns. The growl was a powerful bass note, I felt it almost shake my plates apart.

I was here because I had become Captain of the guard, and like all guards I gain a new weapon to use. Him. Unlike most guards I was determined not to be eaten by him. There is only one way to get these job offerings, and if a guard does call upon the Hell hound he has to put him back. Not many succeed. I figured if we were on friendlier terms he would not eat me if I was to call for his aid.

"Easy boy." I said calmly, I saw his ear twitch but I was not going to say any more. I sat down, facing away and just paid no attention to him. Again he started thrashing and chewing but to no avail. Soon he returned to his meal. I repeated this tactic for around a month, until it one day decided to stay by the bars. All of his eyes just watched me. I slowly turned and faced him, slid through the bars, and stood before the monster. I gazed up and I could see his instinctive mind study me.

He lowered his heads, the side ones curled around. He gave me a quick sniff, then another, then another. I raised my hand slowly, the pair of eyes either side studied me, and placed it on his snout. I gave it a gentle rub, he seemed to like it, not in the traditional sense of purring and happily barking, but more of a subtle warm glow in his eyes. I couldn't sense any anger in him, and we spent many hours in each other’s company thereafter.

Only me and my best friend... the original Guardian of Hell.

For a couple of minutes Fluttershy shivered. I have no idea how she could shake for so long. Soon enough she reached a stage where she would peek at me, I was still silent as I slowly turned to face her. Of course I would be met with a quick gasp and she would hide behind her mane, but soon she didn't retreat. She raised her head, maintaining eye contact. I smiled warmly, but she still looked concerned for her safety. I think I made the mistake of waiting for her to talk, but the benefits would become apparent and abundant soon.

"H-h-hello." she stuttered.

Well perhaps not abundant just yet...or ever.

"Hello." I replied, quietly not to startle her.

"I-I'm Fluttershy, b-b-but you already know that."

Better, keep going.

"Yes, you do look lovely this evening." I was hoping to remind her I can be a nice guy. Immediately she blushed, but seemed more like a recluse. After the step in the opposite direction, I soon got her talking, albeit it was short at first, but she soon lost the stutter. I smiled at helping the socially awkward pony conversing before me. Twilight eventually joined in and we had a great time talking about her studies, Fluttershy's animals, and my love of cake. My heart nearly started beating again, just so that it could have a HHHRRRNNNN attack, when she laughed.

Blargh...Innocence and Kindnesssss. Vile! If Bloodrage hated it, there must be an incredible amount of kindness in her.

I eventually got round to the guests, I was hoping to see my new friend, but I guess he was busy. I met the paper bag pegasus from Nightmare Night, Ditzy Doo, she made all of the muffins. I thanked her, greatly, and she beamed at the compliments. I met Colgate, the dentist who posed as a dentist, and a new mare calling herself 'DJ PON-3'. Eventually she asked me to call her Vinyl, and was mesmerised by my 'costume'. Apparently, she's the town's DJ and would love for me to do the special effects at one of her clubs next year on Nightmare Night.

I gave her a happy promise, with no intention of keeping it, and resumed talking to the librarian. It was nice talking to her, it turns out she had been working out ways to return me home. I was slightly taken back, I sat there quietly sipping on another round of milkshakes that Pinkie cooked up. Twilight snorted when the cold, visible, air escaped with every breath. I joined in and we were soon giggling the time away. Eventually it was time to leave, we talked about Pinkie past parties, which lead to Twilights first part here. I laughed and agreed with her when she quoted herself, claiming that the ponies here were crazy. We shared a good laugh until I separated from her to complete my end of my bargain.

It was time I visited these Diamond dogs.

"hehe, Hey, huh, where are you going?" she asked between chuckles. I had left her outside the library and was heading west.

"Just going for a stroll love, I figured since I have the freedom, I'll make the most of it." I replied.

"Where to?" She asked from the entrance.

"Anywhere, Good night Twilight!" I was perhaps overeager in my escape. Dashing off left a blazing trail, but also the curious unicorn behind.

I can sssmell them, delicious Greed.Feed me their eyes.

Would you like a side order of 'The fuck why?' or would you prefer just a cup of 'Hell no'?

We need the meat to survive. The dark essence will sustain you, but not me. I need the body of the corrupt.

I suppose I could...cook 'em. I do miss meat. I admitted. Whilst me and myself mentally chatted I took note of my new surroundings.

Before, I found the land I was looking for. Barren, dusty and with few mounds if earth sticking out. I was lost for about half an hour, just sniffing the air to find trace amounts of greed. My skill-full tracking abilities didn't fail me however, my nose made me lunge over a stone and pointed to a mound; the amount of greed present left me feeling bloated. Okay so I tripped over a rock, fell in the general direction of the aroma, and found out it came from the mounds.

Peering down, the tunnel seemed bottomless, I decided to test how far down it went. I did so in the classiest of ways. The air was filled with chocking sounds, my mouth made a funnel shape and I spat out a flaming splodge of phlegm. As my mucus and saliva hit the ground with an echoing splat, I realised I could shadow sink all the way down.

Now my new surrounding appeared to be only a network of tunnels. There were holes in the walls where something once lived. A single set of railway tracks lead down either side of the mine. Illumination from my burning bodily fluid helped me greatly. I could light up dark rooms with a single hawk, not that I planned on making a habit out of it, but it was an amusing trick.

I followed the tracks, only leaving my shadow form to double check on the scent, and made my way to the largest cavern. I have never seen so many hounds in my life.

There must have been at least 20 of them, a vast majority wore a single grey shirt; they all resembled potato bags that had holes in. On top of their skulls sat an oversized helmet, covering their tiny eyes and forehead.

Strangely, not a lot of these mutts had much greed in their hearts, well in comparison to the three at the front. To one side were vast quantities of diamonds and riches, barely shining under the pale moonlight which crept through the single skylight. On the other side rested around a ton of armour and spears. Must belong to the dogs behind me.

Now these three dogs were different, not just because they reeked of greed, but they had different appearances altogether.

Each had large arms, but tiny hind legs, although he others had this build too, these three were clearly the weakest. One was small, had tanned fur, and I could see his stale teeth as he grumbled in his sleep. Looking past the one in the centre, I gazed upon the largest of the trio. He could blend into the rest of the canines, if he wasn't blue. The distinctive features on this one was how his indigo claws were always out. He scratched his stomach, rolled over and his leg began twitching. Now I could tell these guys were in charge due to the charcoal jackets they wore, but the one in the middle had a faded cardinal jacket. Whilst the other two had studded collars, he had an orange cube dangling down.

Feeed meeee.

Not yet, I need to know if he is redeemable.

You waste our time, devour him whist he sleeps. Eat his heart.

I rolled my eyes and thought about a power I needed. An ability used when judging the spirits and their essence. Soul stare. For a brief moment you become them. You hear whatever they have heard, you see what they have seen and feel what they have felt. Obviously, demons sometimes fight over those charged with lust.

I'd have to wake him, but if I did it quickly enough, I could judge him before he screamed. I gave him a small nudge, leant over his head, and peered into his closed eyes.

"Fido, get your own..." the red coated one stopped dead, mid-sentence, once he saw my viscous grin.

"Good evening, now I have a couple of questions to ask you. If you answer correctly I won't hurt you, do you understand?" I had asked him in a dark whispering tone. He started shaking, from what I gathered he nodded. I didn't need to ask a lot of questions. Occasionally if I felt he was lying I growled and salivated a bit, he got the message and stopped avoiding the question altogether. I concluded he was the greediest, but still redeemable. I had to know if he forgave the Elements for rescuing their friend, and if he wished for revenge. He said no. I had to know.

I narrowed my sight directly into his pupils. I watched as he squirmed and shook, but eventually he became paralysed. He could only breathe as his pupils occupied the whole eyeball. I felt myself slowly letting go, and I started melding with his memories. I could feel and hear his heartbeat, throbbing in my ears, his hoarse voice commanding his minions.

"We have been ridiculed by little ponies! They turned us into puppies, runts of the litter. I will not let little mule get away with this and you won't too!"

I could see all of his companions stand up and howl, bark and growl at his speech. The entire room filled with rage. The other main two leaders were also happily scheming away.

"Soon we attack little pony town and make them work for us! The will all collect pretty gems, yes!" his mission statement was followed by another round of a hound themed applause.

I could also hear his thoughts.

'Stupid dogs! These stones are all mine. They cannot have any!'

From the darkest reaches of his beating heart I had made my decision.

"You...lie. You...are...unredeemable." I managed to squeeze out, retreating from his mind.

"What?...how did you?...what happens now?" he asked, fear gripping his entire body.

I slowly tilted his head back, exposing the jugular.

"Now...you die." before he could react, I sunk my fangs into his neck. He gurgled and chocked as his sanguine life force sprayed across his friends' back. The walls were painted further when I ripped the entire oesophagus out of his throat. I was chewing noisily on the, surprisingly tasty, midnight snack. I turned to face the large blue one, reaching for a spear.

"What did you do to Rover?" he asked in stern tone.

I looked at him, spat out a vertebrae, and said, "The same thing I will do to you." he backed up slowly; he held the spear in threatening manner still.

He lunged at me, but I had side stepped. I managed to snap the spear in half and threw the tip at him. He dodged and tried to claw me. Unfortunately he got a lock on my form and pulled me up to eye level. He repeatedly beat me. Taking shots to the chest, attempting to break my muzzle, he even tried to claw my eyes out. Sadly for him he had given me an idea.

When he reached back to give me a right jab, exposing his eyes, I jerked forward.

"YEEEOOOOOWWWWW!" he howled. He soon fell to the floor after I continued to drive my horns through his eye sockets.

"Run, Demon pony!" I wretched my bloody head from his lifeless corpse and spied the tanned one running away, thus waking every last dog up.

There was a lot of confusion as the little one screamed blood murder through the tunnels. He wouldn't get far, well if I deal with these guys first. There was a tidal wave of barks, followed by stampeding loyal dogs. This was not going to be pretty.

They almost took me off my hooves. Repeatedly clawing and biting on my plates. I could hear them grinding and scraping. They would grab my legs and try to bend them into awkward shapes, hoping they would snap. It was excruciating, but not the worst thing I have felt. I regained my thoughts, gritted my blood stained teeth, and expanded my wings.

The resulting force sent many flying to the side. Quickly climbing to my hooves, I blindly bucked my legs. I felt the connections of something metal, followed by a sickening crack. I took a guess that I had just split someone's head open like a melon, as I lunged forward and mercilessly pounded on another dog. His fractured skull and missing chest cavity served as an example of things to come.

I pounced from victim to victim, shredding whatever flesh I could tear into. By the fourth, they eventually reached their equipment. It actually made thing more difficult. Barely, mind you. They planted a few spears between the plates, but as they retracted they found the tips had melted.

To say I was in agony would probably be like saying rubbing salt into a gouge, tickles.

The most interesting thing happened when they got one in my mouth. My cheeks burst and flooded my mouth with my blood. I spat it out, as a form of disrespect, but found a funny sight. Four dogs were set ablaze. There was a long pause, but I turned face the remaining few. With a wicked grin, and more blood escaping between my fangs, I simply stated the following.

"All work and no food, makes Mags a hungry pony."

"NOOOOAHHHH!" squeaked the last Diamond dog. Moments ago I had finished gutting him, and whilst he was clutching his escaping bowels, I bucked across the room to the rest of the bodies. I turned and observed my work.

Piles of inconsistent numbers of the dead, littered around the cavern. A small lake of crimson was making its way over to me. Lucky for the one who got away, these guys took longer to kill than I thought. I guess he could learn a lesson from this. I began to search for a cloth or a towel to wipe the dripping blood from my body; I could smell it evaporate from my burning form.

I observed the charred remains of one of the hounds. His still burning skull rolled off and faced towards a table, on it a dish cloth and water bucket.

"Ah thanks for the heads up, did you do something with your hair?" I chuckled. Wiping the remains off my face and body, I proceeded make my leave. I took one last look the massacre behind me, bucked the stone wall, and quickly dashed out.

After happily leaving no evidence I reached the surface, moments before half of the barren landscape collapsed in on its self. I left the hole I had previously used as an entrance and made my way back to the library.

Hmmmm...that was delicious, so savoury, so filling. I will not have to feed for a month now.

Glad I could help. Now I expect you to hold up your end of the bargain.

Yesss. I shall remain dormant until I sense another redemption option. I will return to my slumber and wait for you to act.

Will I have to always kill to sustain you?

No... but you should every so often. Even if it was not redemption or condemnation act, a small rabbit would do. Or a cat, I would like a cat.

If I don't?

You will die, and I shall take your place. I. Will. Eat. You. From the inside out. Immediately, my stomach started glowing. I realised it wasn't my gut. It was him, stored behind some form of an embryo like prison. I was carrying him around in the physical world.

I thought you said you were not taking over me?

I am your survival. Cannibalism is always an option, but isss not neccccesssssary. You are but the morals and thought, personality and body. I only require the body.

You didn't answer my question. In fact I think you just said I was expendable.

Am I killing you now?

Good point.

Guys we have a problem. I was surprised to hear M.V.R join into the conversation. This would be like stepping between your boss and the thug, both of which you were not on good terms with given your previous actions. In this case a Demon and all of his fury incarnate, was now listening to nothing more than an annoying shadow of their being.

What is it? I asked, starting to glance around. I couldn't see anything to the sides, but in the thing in front of be filled me with fear. I was horrified that this creature had found me. I couldn't move.

"Magma Vein...what did you do?" asked a small purple unicorn with fear in her voice. "Did you attack the Diamond dog nest?"

"Yes, how did you find me?" It was genuinely concerned for how she tracked me down, after I set off at blazing speed.

"I followed the burnt path." She stated flatly.

Of course.

"Now why did you do that?" I could sense deep concern for not only her but the rest of Ponyville as well.

"I got wind of an attack they were going to stage on the village. I handled the situation accordingly." That seemed to silence her momentarily. I would never reveal the gruesome details, but on the way back to the tree-house we discussed what I had done. She believed I had scared them off and collapsed the tunnels, completely destroying the mine.

The timber looked darkened inside. No more pine fragrance, only the scent of burning candles, stale books, and whatever the breeze dragged in. We sat down around the table and discussed how I knew about the attack. I said I used some demonic sixth sense and followed it. Although it was slightly true, in terms if following the scent of greed, I had to acquire the information first.

I was thankful to not have to reveal tearing the throat out of an animal, and gouging the eyes of another, seconds before pummelling 20 others into bloody pulps. I was pleased to not reveal how many burned under my wrath. We soon began making more small talk, I asked her about places to walk to, for leisure, next. She recommended a few, but she reluctantly admitted that she didn't get out much. We settled on exploring together, then we agreed on going to sleep.

Moments before I felt safe, and that I had avoided a situation entirely, the door flung open. Something bipedal stood in the doorway, dripping slightly. Had it been raining we would have understood, but as he stepped into the light, it was clear something sinister had happened.

Twilight was mortified. He stood there with his coat and face smeared in blood. His tan fur had lost its shine and he had only one thing to say.

"You killed my friends! This is their blood! MURDERER!"