Impossibly Possible
Chapter 6: Revelations
Previous Chapter Next ChapterThe Throne room for Celestia was as magnificent as David always thought it would be. From the towering stained glass windows to Celestias seat of power, he was awe struck at its beauty. Rob was also amazed at how ponies created something that would astound human architects. Their viewing pleasure was cut short as the two Alicorns, Celestia and Luna, gazed on the two. Celestias face was void of emotion, save caution. Luna, however, was full of wonder and gratitude at the two... whatever they are. After a moment of silence, Celestia had composed her thoughts.
"You two have aided in the saving of my dear sister Luna. For that, I am grateful. However, you are also not what you appear to be. If you could explain what you are and why you are here, and have me believe your tale, you will not be imprisoned." Celestia said, eyeing the two carefully. David thought for a long moment as to the best way to explain to the princesses what the situation is... and avoid punishment of being imprisoned. While he had never seen what a Canterlot dungeon looked like, he had no intention to find out firsthand.
"Well, Princess, that may be difficult to answer. What I can say for certain is that we are not, nor ever will be, hostile to you or your subjects. As to how we got here, we don't know." David said slowly at first, gaining a small amount more confidence as he went. Celestia showed no sign of emotion as to reveal her thoughts. She was satisfied to learn that the... creatures had no hostile intentions.
"Why can you not explain your presence here in this world?" she asked, truly curious.
David hesitated. He knew that there are no computers in Equestria, so explanation would be hard to... well, explain. "We... got a letter that was mysterious to us. When we read it, nothing happened. That night, we fell asleep and woke up here, as ponies instead of humans." David said slowly, knowing that is was more or less true. Celestias eyes widened a little at the saying of 'humans'. 'Aww, crap-tastic.' David thought to himself.
"You say that you are human?" Celestia asked, adding emphasis on the word 'human'. While she had never meet humans, she had seen parts of humanities history; not much of it good. World War II came to mind, in particular, during the blitzkrieg on London.
"Yes, but like I said, we have no intention on harming you or your subjects." David said quickly, hoping to quell the sudden show of emotion across her face. "Rob and I are only teenagers, I'm 16 and he is 17. We are also-" David said until being cut off by Celestia.
"If you are human and truly are not going to cause any harm as you say you are, then you will not be imprisoned." Celestia said, huge relief flowing in her. Besides, what harm could adolescents cause?
'Oh, thank God.' David thought sighing. "Thank you for your kindness, Princess." David said.
"However..."
'Shit.' David thought.
"What little amount of humanity that I have witnessed is dark. You are to remain here in Canterlot under watch for a short time while I determine that you are indeed truthful in your promise of peace. Should you prove to be hostile; the dungeons are empty and dark." Celestia said. She let the hint of a smile cross her face as the two humans winced at the end of her statement.
"But, Tia, they did help the Elements rescue you and I rather than try to stop them." Luna said. "Maybe they should stay in Ponyville with their friends then here. What if they came asking for their friends? We can't tell them they are alien." Luna said.
"Luna is right. If we stay here too long, Twilight Sparkle and her - our - friends will get curious. And if they found out that we're alien, it could start a panic." David added, hoping to be able to stay with Twilight and the others. The thought of not being able to see Twilight was... unnerving. David was unsure as to why. 'Note to self: inspect feelings to ponies later. Possible creeper status.' David thought. His thoughts were interrupted by Celestia resuming her analysis of the humans.
"I... suppose that you two are right." Celestia said. "It seems as though you are earnest in your promises. But I will still keep an eye on you. You are to return here weekly and we will further discuss this... predicament we are in. And there is no changing my mind on these conditions." she said firmly.
David and Rob sighed in unison that they would not have to stay in Canterlot. "Thank you once again, Princess. We both agree to your terms." David said. "What should we tell the others about our visit? The closer to the truth, the better." David asked. It would be best to have Celestias support in the lie, rather than arouse suspicion in the Mane 6, should they get two answers from one question.
"You will tell them that you received a more personal thank you due to the fact that you are not one of the six Elements but aided them in rescuing the two of us despite this fact." Celestia said. "I will see to it that you receive a reward of 1,000 bits from the royal funds as to reinforce the lie, and as a thank you." Celestia said, smiling at the end.
"Thank you so much, Celestia!" David said, surprised at the reward.
"Yes, thank ya kindly, Princess." Rob said, not wanting to be left out or seem rude.
Celestia smiled at the two. "Now, off to the train station with you. You have friends waiting after all." she said. As the two hurried off, Luna looked after them in wonder.
"They seem nice, Tia." she said.
Celestia smiled at her little sister. "So they do, Luna. Let’s hope they stay that way."
On the Train to Ponyville
"Thank God we got off the way we did." David said, happy to be headed back to Ponyville. Rob nodded.
"I hear that, brother." he said, sighing. The thought of almost getting thrown in a dungeon was hard on the two. They never really got in trouble, but when they did, they solemnly held their cool as long as they did with the Princesses. They rode in silence for most of the trip. The two thought about the events of the pass two days; how they saved the Princesses and narrowly avoided punishment. Compared to their normal day-today activity, it was a lot to take in.
"...How are we gunna get home?" Rob asked after a while. David looked over at him and looked back out the window. In truth, David had been wondering the same thing. He had faith that Celestia would know some sort of spell to send them home, but even trans-universal spells were surely difficult for even a goddess, right?
"I... I'm sure Celestia will know how." David said without conviction.
Rob was unconvinced at his friends’ response but he nodded all the same. "Alright." Rob said. It had been a long day, and they just wanted to get home.
At Ponyville, David and Robs Apartment
The pair walked upstairs slowly, still dazed at the events of the day. When they reached their apartment and opened the door, a loud ball of pink fuzz tackled them back into the hallway causing the two to yelp in surprise. "Welcome back!!!" An all too familiar pony shouted.
"What the- Pinkie?! How did you get in our apartment?!?!" Paladin asked.
"The door pony unlocked it for us because he knew that we are friends of yours! We did save the Princesses after all!" Pinkie said at a million miles an hour, as always.
Paladin thought for a moment on what the pink party pony said. "Wait, what do you mean 'us'?" Paladin asked. When he peered inside he saw the Mane 6 assembled in the living room. His eyes feel on Twilight who smiled at him. He shrugged Pinkie Pie off and walked to her. "Uh... hey." Paladin said weakly. Twilight giggled at his awkwardness witch was met with a blush by Paladin. He began stammering when Rainbow Dash flew over.
"Hey Paladin. Thanks for the help with saving the Princesses." Rainbow said.
"Th-thanks, uh, I mean you’re welcome, Rainbow." Paladin said, thankful the cyan colored pegasus helped him out (kinda). Dusk walked over to try to help him out a little more.
"It was mighty kind of ya'll ta show up, but we had one hay of a day (wince). We really should be off ta bed." Dusk said. As the last of the ponies left, Paladin sighed.
"Thanks for saving me there, bro." Paladin said.
"No problem. Let’s just get ta bed." Dusk said yawning.
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