"I can't believe she fucking hit me!" Ryan said as he rubbed a red knot on his jaw.

The human had taken refuge within the bedroom he shared with his mate, sitting on the edge of the bed as he tried to massage the pain out of his face, caused by events that had taken place earlier that day.

"In her defense," Luna began, "You were kissing a strange mare while hiding out in an ally." She said with a smirk.

"Need I remind you that the Strange Mare was you?"

"You might have known that, but she didn't."

Ryan paused as he thought about what Luna had just said. It was true that he figured out the mystery mare was Luna all along, but Dawn had no idea. He had taken Luna out back after a while and started making out with her. Dawn had gotten suspicious and followed him out to see that him shoving his tongue into the mare's muzzle.

No words were exchanged as the solar guard walked up and socked him in the jaw, very hard I might add. As he was getting back onto his feet, Luna revealed herself to the angry mare and explained the situation.

"I guess you have a point there..."

Luna smiled, knowing she was right. Dawn had apologized once she had found out the truth behind the mystery mare, and she was glad Ryan wasn't mad at her.

She loved how he never let things bother him, especially when he knew that what had happened was a mistake or a simple misunderstanding. This was only one of the many thing she envied of him.

After grabbing some ice and wrapping it in a paper towel, she walked over to the bed and took a seat beside her mate. She pressed the cool material to the knot on his face to help bring down the swelling.

Ryan smiled, thanking her as she did this.

They sat in relative silence for a moderate amount of time as Luna pondered an idea that had been crossing her mind as of late. She lowered the ice pack from him, the swelling had reduced dramatically, then swallowed hard as she prepared herself to vocalize the thoughts she had been having.

"Ryan, I would like to try something with you, if you don't mind." She asked with a nervous tone.

He was able to tell rather quickly that what she was about to purpose was something that was bothering her. He knew that whatever she recommended would not be something bad, she would never do anything to hurt him, but something told him that it might be a bit sketchy.

Please no butt stuff, please no butt stuff, please no butt stuff...

Luna continued to wear a nervous expression on her face, which only seemed to grow when Ryan shot her a questioning gaze. "It might seem a bit odd, and maybe even a tad bizzar, but I feel like it will make things more...interesting."

I don't want to be sodomized!

"Go on..." Ryan said, hiding his internal freak out as best as he could.

Luna began rubbing her thumbs together and took a deep breath before continuing. "I learned of an interesting spell a little while ago. It's supposed to help our bond grow at a much faster rate."

Oh, thank Cthulhu!

"What it does, is it helps our minds connect more. Whenever we are to be within the vicinity of one another, it creates a small world, of sorts, for certain parts of our consciousness to enter; One in which they would be able to freely interact with each other, but still remain in their respective places."

Ryan took a minute to let her words sink in. It was not what he feared hearing from her, but it was definitely weird. So weird, in fact, that he had no idea what the hell she was talking about. "Uhh, brain?"

The girl is going to let your mind and hers basically co-exist. Your mind communicates with hers and vice versa.

The human nodded as a look of realization came across his features. It didn't sound too bad really. I mean, her being able to link them together in a way was a little weird, almost feels like a violation of privacy. However, she did say this would strengthen their bond, so no matter how uncomfortable it makes him, he will allow it. He really cares about Luna, his biggest fear lately has been losing her. If this will make them stronger as a unit, then he's ready.

"Okay, how does it work?"

Luna's eyes widen in shock. "Really? Just like that, you're going to allow this?"

"Yeah. Is it a problem?"

"No, not at all. I just..." She paused and rubbed her neck, still feeling a bit weird with how he reacted. "I was expecting a bit more reserve, or even a strong hesitation."

He sighed, feeling as though what he was about to say came straight out of a very shitty romance movie. "If I'm being completely honest with you, I'm not too fond of the idea. It's weird, it's invasive, it makes me uncomfortable." He noticed at this moment that Luna was about to butt in and say something, so he spoke up to cut her off. "But, If this is going to help our relationship, and help keep it strong, then I will do it."

Luna couldn't help but to continue staring at him in shock.

"I love you, Luna. I don't say it enough, but it's true. I will do anything to make sure that you and I will stay together, even if it means I have to step out of my comfort zone."

A single tear graced Luna's cheek as he spoke. She smiled and opened up her arms to him. "Come here."

Ryan leaned into her, accepting the embrace before looking into her eyes. He could tell that she was thankful for him doing something he didn't like just to make her happy. The two stared silently at each other and pressed their lips together, sharing a strong but loving kiss as the moment went on.

Luna's horn began to light up after a few seconds. Ryan could feel an odd new sensation going through his head. It was uncomfortable, but not painful. It was a strange, pulsing feeling. Like there was a heartbeat separate from his own in his brain. The pulsing stopped and the kiss broke.

"How do you feel?" She asked worriedly.

"I feel fine. A little dizzy, but fine."

She smiled and kissed his forehead.

Ryan and Luna sat on a mountain top, staring up at the sun with little to no interest.

The human was donned in all black clothing. He wore only a pair of clean black cargo shorts and a black sleeveless shirt.

Luna was dressed in clothes much like his. She wore what he could only recognize as black basketball shorts and a simple black tank top. Her mane didn't have its magical flow to it and was a light shade of blue.

They continued to stare at the sun for a little while longer before Luna piped up to express her feelings on the matter. "This is relaxing and all, but it just doesn't feel right...you know?"

"Like you're not in your element?" He asked.

"Yeah!"

"I can fix that." Ryan rose to his feet and stared up at the giant ball of fire that rested in the sky. With little hesitation he raised his right hand and snapped his fingers.

The light of the sun immediately vanished as the flames went out. The large orb then turned white and casted a new form of light across the area.

"Better?" He asked with a smile.

"Much." She replied, staring at him with a dreamy look in her eyes.

The human smiled back at her then snapped his fingers again. The light of the moon became focused onto him like a spotlight as he continued snapping his fingers to the beat of a song that seemed to be playing from out of no where.

Luna looked up at him, a knowing blush quickly spreading across her face. She may not know much about his world, and even less about music there, but she knew that a song was coming on, and he was going to sing it to her.

"~I gotta take a little time

A little time to think things over

I better read between the lines

In case I need it when I'm older."

Luna leaned forward as Ryan sang to her, becoming enticed by the words and the tones. Something about it seemed almost sad, like he had been through some kind of pain. Rather then interject though, she just sat still and listened.

"~This mountain I must climb

Feels like the world's upon my shoulders

Through the clouds I see love shine

It keeps me warm as life grows colder."

Ryan moved closer, holding his hand out to her. She gingerly took it and rose. His grip on her was soft, almost as soft as the look he was giving her. This song clearly meant something to him, it held some sort of connection to his being. She could tell from the light reddening around his eyes.

"~In my life there's been heartache and pain

I don't know if I can face it again

I can't stop now, I've traveled so far

To change this lonely life."

His arms wrapped around her body as he started slow dancing with the mare, a smile forming across his face as he did so. One that showed that he had been through allot, but he was ready to move on, ready to be happy. Happy with her.

Luna couldn't help but smile back as she danced with him. She could feel a growing warmth in her chest, one that made her happy. This moment right here, right now, was perfect. She never wanted it to end. Here they could pour their emotions out to each other without a single care in the world, here they could love each other with no limits.

"~I want to know what love is!

I want you to show me!

I want to feel what love is!

I know you can show me!"

The two picked up the pace with the last verse, dancing around in harmony with the other. There was nothing in this world that could stop them from enjoying their time together as they laughed and continued to hold each other.

"~I'm gonna take a little time

A little time to look around me

I've got nowhere left to hide

It looks like love has finally found me."

Ryan dipped her down, holding her up with a single arm. The beat began to fade away as her looked down at his marefriend with loving eyes. How could he have been so lucky to run into her, to be pulled into a different world entirely to share his life with such a beautiful creature.

Who cares. It doesn't matter how or why. They didn't care that things happened the way they did, nor that they weren't even the real versions of themselves. All that mattered right now was that they were together; two different creatures locked away in two different minds finally meeting and being able to express themselves in a way that not many others can. The two shared one last smile before leaning in and sharing a gentle kiss, locking their lips together in hopes that they would never have to break apart.

"Darkness, just how I like it." A voice said through the pitch black void that surrounded them. The voice clearly belonged to a female, but the way it spoke was strong, powerful. It had the tone of a leader.

A dark mare entered one particular area with the smallest bit of light coming from a lightbulb that dangled off of a nonexistent ceiling. Her fur was black as night and her mane and tail were a flowing blue. On her body was a set of skimpy-looking armor.

Nightmare Moon, a creature that feared by all now graced this dark land with her presence. A monster so great that very few have had the gull to stand against her and even less have shown her any form of affection; Minus the humanoid figure that sat on the ground just a few feet from her with its head facing the floor.

He was dressed in white pajama pants and a straight jacket; his clothes were stained with blood while his body was bound by both the jacket and several chains that were wrapped around his form.

The mare raised a brow at the creature. She had seen him only once before, but she could always sense when he was near, which almost constantly for some reason.

"It has been a while." She spoke, placing a hand against her hip.

The human's head rose, his angered expression softening as she entered his vision. "You again..." He spoke with a natural growl in his voice.

She lowered herself down to his level, leaning closer so their faces were almost touching. "Yes, it is me." She spoke as she began to feel his desire for her. "Aww, you're attracted to me? That's so cute." She said, pinching his cheek.

This annoyed him, but he found it difficult to remain mad at this mare. There was something about her that made him feel calm, but excited at the same time. He felt like a dog who's master finally came home after a long day at work.

Nightmare could feel something within her as well, something strong, but at the same time subtle. Seeing this thing again was like running into an ex lover, one whom you still cared deeply for. A combination of resentment and want filled her mind. She liked this thing, she didn't know why, but something about it appealed to her. It wanted him, it craved him.

The desire Ryan felt for the mare was growing stronger by the second as he stared hungrily at her. So much so that he attempted to jump at her. His attempts were brought to a grinding halt though by the chains that bound him. He turned his head to see a large block of cement behind him that the chains seemed to be connected to.

She chuckled a bit at this, flashing her fangs at him as she did so. "Look at you, trying to pounce on me like some kind of animal."

She wouldn't admit it, but Ryan's desire for her was kind of comforting. It made her feel wanted. With her past being the way it was, her trying to take over, being hated, being banished; it left a mark that she refuses to show. But, whether she shows it or not is irrelevant, the fact is that it hurt her. So finding something that does want her makes her feel good, like she's worth something.

However, Nightmare is not so easily won over. "You want me that badly, don't you?"

She rose up and took several steps away from Ryan before finding a spot to settle and facing him once again. "If that's the case, then come and get me."

Ryan looked at the chains, then back at her. His expression shifted to an angered determination as he rose to his feet and began pulling on the chains, using every bit of his strength to move closer to her. The chains were strong though, and the cement block was far too heavy for him to pull.

His body started to feel weak and he stopped, sweat pouring down his face as he looked up at her. His body was a mere few seconds away from collapsing.

The mare simply fluttered her eye lashes at him as she began removing her armor. "Such a pity, and here I thought you really wanted me." She mocked as her armor fell to the floor.

Ryan couldn't help but stare as she was quite literally stripping in front of him; revealing her exquisite body to the ragged looking human. HIs eyes became fixated on nothing but her. He watched as her massive chest rose and fell with every breath she took, her toned midsection flexing from even the slightest adjustment to her form, and the way her flanks would lightly shake with every movement she made.

Nightmare lowered herself back to the ground, sitting with her arms propping her body up from behind her. She could see how much he wanted her and she knew he could do it, all it would take is a little push. "Come, my pet. Don't keep me waiting." She said in a sultry, but still very firm, voice.

Something within Ryan began to grow, something strong that demanded that he obey this mare, that he do anything to be beside her. The chains holding him burst into flames, melting through his clothing and singeing his skin. With a sudden new-found vigor he pulled hard against the chains, surprising even himself as he heard the large block behind him dragging across the floor. The pain from the hot metal against his skin only fueled a much larger fire raging within him. With every step he took he pulled harder, moving closer at a faster pace until he was finally standing above her.

The flames vanished and his skin, as well as his clothes, repaired themselves. His body collapsed from exhaustion, causing him to fall onto Nightmare, who caught him. She wore a victorious smile on her face. He did want her, he wanted her so much he was willing to put himself through immense pain if it meant he could be by her side. "That's a good boy." She said, petting his hair and pulling his face into her chest to let him rest. "My good boy..."

Author's Notes:

Personally, I feel like this chapter was a little rushed and slightly confusing, so I apologize for that, but I really don't want to go back to change a bunch of shit.

Anyway, I really want to thank all of you who are reading this story, I'm glad so many of you are enjoying it. Please feel free to let me know of any mistakes I may have missed, otherwise just leave a comment below letting me know what you thought. Comments make me feel special.

That being said, I'll see y'all in future chapters. Adios!