Sunburst and Starlight’s Interesting Day

by Badguy400

First published 16th of November, 2020

Another King Sombra babysitting story. Hopefully this’ll turn out okay than the other past stories I did.

Sunburst and Starlight have been belittled by their parents, and have grown tired of it. However; instead of trying to get revenge on their parents, they’ve somehow decided to just accept it for now, and have a fun day for once. Well.. after they make a few arrangements first. And think/talk it through

Prologue: Sunburst and Starlight’s Embarrassing Day

It was a bright and sunny day in Sires Hollow. The sky is blue, the multi-colorful flowers are blooming, and the grass is getting greener every second. Everything was warm and peaceful in the land of Sires. Well... almost peaceful....

“Daad”, Starlight whined. “Why did you say that about me to Sunburst?” Her dad replied, “I just can’t help it sugar plum. You were just so cute when you did that, that I just had to tell him. I mean; you were best friends with him back then, and you still are now.” Starlight was about to say something mean back to her father, but thought the better of it, and left it be.. not after what she said to her dad the last time she visited Sires Hollow; and that was for a Friendship Map Mission with her pal Sunburst.

Speaking of which, Sunburst is also being embarrassed by his parent as well. “Moom. How many times do I have to tell you, I know what I’m gonna do okay? We’ve just talked about this for the hundredth time. I can do things on my own. Plus, I can plan my life on my own too. I don’t need you helping me all the time.” Sunburst’s mom however, thinks otherwise. “Oh cmon now. Everypony needs a backup plan every now and again. I mean, you still have some plans that I’ve made for you, right?” Sunburst just groaned and growled with anger, and just left before nodding slightly with anger.

After the two of them said their goodbyes and left, Starlight and Sunburst were just fuming at this point; angry that not only did their parents embarrass them again, but it’s also because of the fact that their parents have seemed to have forgotten whatever lesson it is that they’ve been taught by their kids. Oh well.. that’s parents for you. They can be annoying and embarrassing for you; whether you like it or not.

Once Starlight and Sunburst both returned to the Crystal Empire, they both laid down on their respective guest beds in the castle, and just blurted out; “this is the worst day that I’ve ever been through”, and covered their faces with one of their pillows.

Why were Sunburst and Starlight in the Crystal Empire? Simple; they were housesitting for the Royal Family for an entire month, while they go on a zeppelin vacation with Princess Twilight, and her family, to the Everfree Mountains. How the Everfree Forest has mountains, is a mystery.

So with that little gesture, the two of them drifted off to sleep, (even though it’s still day out), and slept for a pretty long time. However, right before they woke up, something within them suggests that if they don’t find a way to “destress” soon, then there’d be Tartarus to pay. But.. once they were about to wake up, both of them had an idea. Yet... they’re unsure as to whether if it’s a good one or not...

Chapter One: A Seemingly Crazy Idea

Once the two have woken up, it was already noon. There were a few clouds, but not much to warrant it a cloudy day. Starlight and Sunburst both got up with a yawn, rubbed their eyes, stretched their hooves, and then went to their respective bathrooms to get themselves ready for the day.

After the two got done with getting ready for the day, Starlight went ahead to the guest kitchen, and prepared herself some coffee to drink. Meanwhile, Sunburst is at the kitchen stove; preparing himself some pancakes to eat for breakfast. After the two were done with their tasks, they repeated the process in the kitchen, but in reverse; (meaning that Sunburst is now making himself some coffee, while Starlight is making herself some pancakes. Reason why is because they were so wiped out from yesterday, that basically their brains were just running on autopilot at this point).

Whilst they were having breakfast at the breakfast table in the kitchen, Starlight began to ask, “so, Sunburst, I just got this crazy idea, wanna hear it?” Sunburst just groaned nonchalantly for Starlight to continue. With a pout, she continued “okay, look. I know that yesterday was.... hard. But I’ve been thinking. What if we... I don’t know... have an old villain named King Sombra foalsit us?” This caused Sunburst’s eyes to grow wide, and he exclaimed, “are you nuts?! No way in the world are we ever gonna have an old villain foalsit us; let alone even be here, understand?!” Starlight furrowed her eyebrows at him, and she exclaimed, “yeah, but so what?! If we don’t find a way to calm ourselves down soon, then we could potentially explode from all that anger! It’s happened before, so don’t even tempt it!” After the two calmed down, Sunburst then says “alright.. I think I can handle this idea. But wait, we have to think it through though. Like, what happens if King Sombra were to hurt us, or take over the Crystal Empire again, or worse?”

Out of nowhere, Sombra just walked in, and said “so what? If I were to be villainous, then I’m sure that you two can handle the situation, right? I mean, you did handle your embarrassing parents again back in Sires Hollow. So why not?” Both Starlight and Sunburst were stunned; stunned that not only is King Sombra here, but also the fact that he’s back, and could be hungry for revenge. Plus the fact that he knew anything and everything about their personal lives. But, before neither of them had a chance to act, King Sombra simply placed a hoof in front of them, and explained his reasoning as to why he was here in the first place. “Okay, so get this...” he began.

Chapter Two: A Weird Yet Understandable Question

After King Sombra explained his reasoning as to how and why he’s back, Starlight and Sunburst both turned to each other and then back to Sombra. Starlight then says, “so let me get this straight. Not only that you’ve came back because of a summoning spell, but also here because of us?” Sombra blinked, and says, “yes.” Starlight took a step back, and says “okay... but that still doesn’t explain as to literally how you were summoned, or literally why you’re here.” Sombra sighs, and then starts explaining some things; hoping that things will be simplified for the two unicorns to understand.

After what seemed like an eternity, Starlight simply nodded, and says “ooh, so that’s how. But wait; you sure that it was because of us? Or something else?” Sombra sighed, and stated “I have no idea if I’m being honest. But all I do know is that you two needed to destress somehow, and I think I can help with that. What’ya say?“ Both Starlight and Sunburst turned to each other and started whispering to each other. After that, both turned around, and Starlight stated, “okay, I think I’ve made my decision. However...”. Sombra sighs with a groan while putting a hoof to his face, and rolling his eyes. “What is it now? Is it fine if you tell me what the problem is right now? Or do I have to get you another villain or someone else to help you with your predicament?” Starlight waved her hooves, and says “no no, I’ve made my decision. However... um.. is it okay if.. I don’t know... um.. maybe we can... you know... still talk if you do this?” Sombra asked “what do you mean by that?” Starlight then just blurted out “will you just babysit us and turn us into infants that can still talk?” Sombra blinked again, but then says “I guess I can do that. But wait, you sure about that? I’m not so sure that it’s a good idea. And I’m the one who would usually get you two in trouble; not the way where you get yourselves in trouble, you know?” Both simply nodded, and Starlight continued “yeah... but... is it okay if you can babysit us? Just this once... please?” Starlight looked at him with puppy dog eyes. Sombra sighs, and says “okay now, but no causing trouble, alright? That’s my job.” Starlight nodded, and says “okay”, before backing up to Sunburst.

Sombra then blasts the two of them with his magic, and waits for the smoke to clear. Once it has, both Sunburst and Starlight are both foals again.

Sunburst and Starlight blushed whilst covering their diapers, but then turned to Sombra, and says “thank you” in high pitched voices. Sombra then smiled slightly, and says “you’re welcome.” After that, both Starlight and Sunburst started to jump up and down laughing because of not only their energy, but also because they’re excited. Sombra could only hope that this little adventure between the three of them would end well, because something deep inside him tells him that this is just the beginning...