CYOA Queen Chrysalis [Part 2 added]

>You are Queen Chrysalis of the great Changeling Race!
>Your proud people have been suffering for far too long!
>The Love Famine has taken its toll upon your subjects and you will find a way to help them.
>So you have taken it upon yourself to enact a plan that will solve that issue for you and your fellow changelings
>One that will not have you being flung out of Canterlot via a love spell
>Seriously how does an alicorn and a unicorn produce more love than you or your bugs could feast upon?
>No matter, that is not important what is important is..
>You've managed re-infiltrate the Castle of Canterlot
>With Shining Armor and Cadence on their honeymoon, and with the Element Bearers back in P0nyville whose around to stop you?
>Oh that's right...Celestia and Luna
>But you've thought of that one, you managed to find a Pegasus mare that was preparing for her first day of guard duty
>Dispatching her and the body was easy, and with you posing as a new recruit no one knew anything about you, it was genius!
>You could make up anything you wanted and the others would go with it!
>But...being a guard in the castle wasn't the most exciting
>In fact...you're guarding the door to one of the castle's studies
>You sigh to yourself, this is work for drones and yet you, The Queen of Changelings, is stuck doing this.
>Your 'partner' is snickering at your lack of enthusiasm

>A: Ask him what the fuck he thinks is so funny
>B: Say nothing and continue to mope
>C: Stand there stoic and silent to pass the time
>D: Continue your inner monologue

(A and D were chosen)

>Chrysalis: What may I ask is so funny?
>"Heheheh you. You're all like 'Oh I'm so bored.' If you're that bored why don't you take your sorry self out of here and go dance down at the clubs and shake your flank for some bits instead?"
>It takes about ten seconds for you to remove your helmet and beat your 'partner' senseless with it.
>He's now unconscious at the other side of the door.
>Now where were you?
>Oh yes
>You've made a persona for yourself. Parents died of old age, no foals, enthusiastic over guarding the Rulers of Equestria and boom you're in.
>Though...you have no idea what you're going to do from here.
>You have nop0ny to feed off of and gain power from.
>All you need is that and you should be good to go
>But...which p0ny should you sap love from?
>Suddenly Luna walks down your hallway, you stand at attention
>When she approaches she looks over you and your partner
>Luna: At ease.
>You relax your posture
>Luna: What is thou's partner doing lying upon thine floor?

>A: Truth
>B: Lie
>C: Say Nothing

(A was chosen)

>You clear your throat, using your changeling abilities you mimic your partner's voice.
>Chrysalis: "If you're that bored why don't you take your sorry self out of here and go dance down at the clubs and shake your flank for some bits instead?"
>Luna's silent for a moment
>You speak in the voice you've chosen for your persona.
>Chrysalis: And that's why I hit him with my helmet, he was being a sexist prick.
>Luna trots over to your unconscious partner and taps him
>He comes to and says the worst thing he can possibly say
>"H..hey Moonbutt what's up?"
>Luna seems a little flustered
>Luna: We wanted to hear thou's side of the story but if thou is like'st this then we believe her over thou. Pack thine's things thou is no longer welcome here.
>"W...w...damn it...."
>He shoots you a glare before trotting away. When he's out of site Luna turns to you.
>Luna: We apologize that thou has't been treated in a poor fashion. We do not condone such behavior.
>Chrysalis: Just do not let it happen again please. I would like to do my job in peace.
>Luna nods
>Luna: We believe thou is more than capable of guarding this door alone. A replacement shall accompany thou on the morrow....and guard?
>Chrysalis: Yes Princess?
>Luna: Your mimicry of thiat swine's voice was most accurate. We are impressed.
>Chrysalis: Thank you Princess.
>And with that she trots away leaving you to your thoughts

>A: Continue to think of some random ideas in order to pass the time
>B: Stand there stoic and silent
>C: While alone eat some of the heart shaped cookies stored inside your armor

(C was chosen)

>You look down the hallway to your left, and then to the right, then down the hallway straight ahead of you.
>No one is around...snack time.
>Using your magic you levitate a pack of wrapped up heart shaped cookies from out of your armor plating.
>There was a dinner for the new recruits last night...they had these delicious sugar heart shaped cookies...they are filled with concentrated love.
>The recruits were wondering just where all the cookies went off to, they didn't think a crafty changeling like you would swipe them all.
>You unwrap the cookies and eat the first one...slowly, in order to savor the sheer love from these things
>You roll the bits of cookie around your tongue, reluctant to swallow. It's almost a shame to eat these things...
>As you eat your mind mulls over ideas you have at your disposal
>You could try gaining Luna's affection, well...she's an old fashioned mare she probably won't swing that way.
>You could try gaining Celestia's affection, but the harlot already shares her love with her p0nies.
>There has to be a third party option somewhere...
>Hmm...you feel as if you're forgetting something but what...
>Your cookies start tasting less like love...and more like curiosity.
>You hear somep0ny clear their throat next to you
>You gulp down your cookie before turning to the source of the noise.
>You come face to crotch...with the human Anonymous...
>It all starts coming back to you
>This son of a bitch threw a chair at you in the middle of your song during the Canterlot takeover!
>Then he had the nerve to tackle you!
>Oh, you made him pay
>That fresh scar you see running along the side of his neck is your proof.
Anon: Well...this is a surprise. You must be new, the guards typically do not eat dessert during guard duty.

>A: Inquire as to what Anonymous is doing here
>B: Attempt to hide the cookies
>C: Insult him
>D: Apologize and put away the cookies

(d was chosen)

>You gulp nervously, if he says anything your plans are done
>Chrysalis: Oh...um...how silly of me...sorry about that.
>You go to put your cookies away
Anon: Oh no no don't mind me, I don't mind if you eat. You guys are usually stuck standing around for hours I'm sure you're hungry. Go ahead I won't say anything.
>Your eyes widen in surprise. He's allowing you to eat delicious heart shaped cookies...he's not as bad as you thought.
>Chrysalis: Well...if you insist....
>You bring out the other eight cookies you've got and start munching on one.
>Anonymous takes a seat in the floor next to you
>You raise a brow in curiosity
>Chrysalis: Mhhhmmm flmmmm hearmm
>Oh god your mouth is still full of love!
>There are crumbs in the floor now!
>You feel like you could cry.
>And you've just tried starting conversation with your mouthful like some sort of brain dead drone
>Anonymous laughs
Anon: Might want to swallow first.
>You blush out of embarrassment and swallow the cookie
>Chrysals: Y...yes of course
Anon: Now what were you saying?
>Chrysalis: Oh um...I was trying to ask why you're here?
Anon: Celestia and I always come here for tea and cakes. It's one of her personal studies after all...wow you really are new aren't you?
>Chrysalis: Indeed...I'm assuming she's a little late?
Anon: Nope I'm early. Got nothing to do so I'm just waiting on her.
>You look to your cookies...hmm...if you give the human a cookie he'll probably be friendly with you
>That in turn might cause him to keep talking if you ask him questions...
>But...but cookies...
>Damn it Chrysalis sacrifices must be made!
>It pains you to do this but...
>Chrysalis: I...I don't suppose you'd like a cookie while you wait?
Anon: Oh...really? thanks.
>Being sure to use your hooves you hand him a cookie which he graciously accepts as he munches on the cookie you keep the conversation going.
>Hopefully he'll slip up and say something you can use.
>Chrysalis: I have to ask, why eat and drink in a study?
Anon: Hmm?
>He can't speak his mouth is full of precious cookie.
>Chrysalis: I suppose there are better places to eat, there isn't anything to look at in a study other than books.
Anon: Yeah, but in there nop0ny bothers us. The guards aren't allowed in unless there's an emergency. So Celestia and I can talk about anything without having to worry about anyp0ny eavesdropping on us.
>So Celestia is unguarded when she's in her study...good to know.
>While the two of you eat in silence you look over his clothing
>He appears to be wearing a white gown of sorts, upon the left breast of his gown is the mark on Celestia's flank.
>You also notice the hood on the back of the gown, which Anonymous doesn't have up at the moment.
>Chrysalis: What's with the get-up?
Anon: Oh this? Well...Celestia has all her archivists wear this gown.
>Chrysalis: What's with the hood.
Anon: The Archives is lit by natural lighting, meaning there's a glass dome covering the top. The hoods keep the sun out of our eyes. I asked for sunglasses but Celestia said it's 'unprofessional'
>You nod
>Chrysalis: So what do you do in the Canterlot Archives?
Anon: I put old tomes in storage and I put the new ones in alphabetical order.
Chrysalis: Sounds boring.
Anon: Very.
>Anonymous finishes his cookie and you finish yours
Anon: Can I get another one of those?
>Chrysalis: Do you value your life?!
>Oh god why did you have to say that out loud?!
>Anonymous looks at you like you're crazy
Anon: Okay okay sorry, geez...it's just cookies.
>Your jaw drops....just cookies? Just cookies!?
>Chrysalis: Just cookies? I have never heard such heresy before in my life!
>He chuckles
Anon: Whatever you say Ms...
>Oh god what was the name you came up with?!
>Oh well just come up with a new one he won't find out.
>Chrysalis: Uh...Crystal...yes...that's my name
Anon: Ah well, nice to get a proper introduction. Name's Anonymous.
>This conversation isn't really going anywhere

>A: Ask Anonymous about happenings around the castle
>B: Eat in silence
>C: Ask Anonymous personal questions

(A was chosen)

>Chrysalis: So...you've been around for a while right?
Anon: Been in Equestria for almost a year now yes.
>Chrysalis: So tell me, what's been going on with Canterlot Castle since the Changeling Invasion. The higher ups didn't say much to me during recruitment.
>Anonymous has this far off look in his eyes, he gently runs his fingers along the scar on his neck, no doubt recalling the invasion.
>Chrysalis: Anonymous?
>He jerks to attention
Anon: OH! My bad...yeah got some bad memories about that day...well..that invasion is why you're here. Celestia is trying to increase troop numbers. She's hoping to double the guard by the end of the month.
>So an invasion is out of the question, all of your ideas would take a few weeks, by the time an invasion is possible your changelings might be wiped out by the Canterlot Garrison
>Looks like you're on your own here.
>Maybe this wasn't such a good idea after all
>Before you could inquire any further you notice Celestia walking down the hallway to your right.
>She's got a cheery smile on her face and she appears to have a bit of a skip to her step. You see golden flecks of light falling off of her...love....oh my that looks delicious.
>Don't do it Chrysalis you have your cookies for nourishment!
>Oh wait the cookies! You must hide them!
>You hastily stuff the cookies in your armor before standing at attention
Anon: Hmm?
>You tilt your head in the direction Celestia is walking from
>He turns his head and sees what you're 'pointing' to.
>He gets to his feet when Celestia gets closer.
>When Celestia gets to the two of you she says with a smile
>Celestia: Good afternoon Anonymous, it's good to see you again.
>Anonymous smiles as well
Anon: Good to see you too, what have you been up to today?
>Celestia waves her hoof dismissively
>Celestia: Oh nothing really, raising the sun, signing a few documents, burning old ones...a lot more paperwork than I like to deal with...
>Anonymous chuckles
Anon: I'm guessing you're looking forward to our little tea time today hmm?
>She blushes
>Celestia: Oh...well yes of course! Your company is quite welcome.
Anon: Glad to hear it.
>Anonymous opens the door for Celestia
Anon: After you Princess
>Celestia giggles before trotting inside her study
>Celestia: Such a gentlecolt!
>And with that she trots happily in to her study
>Before Anonymous can walk in behind her she sticks her head out
>Celestia: Oh, and guard?
>Chrysalis: Yes Princess
>Celestia: You are dismissed, you are free to roam about the castle, but please, try to stay away from any restricted areas.
>Well, isn't this a nice surprise
>Chrysalis: Thank you Princess.
>And with that Celestia and Anonymous enter her study.
>When the door shuts you see a white aura appear around the handle, then you hear the mechanisms of the lock click in to place.

>A: Stay and Eavesdrop on their conversation, you might hear something interesting
>B: Take a walk around the castle to see if anything's changed since your invasion
>C: Go to the kitchen for more heartshaped cookies
>D: Head to the barracks in the Canterlot Gardens are relax
>E: Head to the Canterlot Archives, using Anon's name could get you in

(A was chosen)

>You decide to stay and listen in on their conversation, perhaps they may let loose some information you can use.
>You put your ear to the door and listen in
>Your eyes glance over Celestia's...glowing outline.
>Wow, she's radiating love
Anon: Ah, looks like Bright Eyes is one step ahead
>You hear Anonymous grab a plate from inside.
>Celestia: Indeed.
>You hear the scraping of chairs as the two take a seat
>The two sit in relative silence, sipping on their tea
>Celestia: So, I see they've taken the stitches out.
Anon: That they have...still feels weird though.
>Celestia: You know...that was quite a heroic thing you did...nop0ny asked you to do what you did.
Anon: Yeah you said the same thing to me in the hospital bed too. But I didn't do anything 'heroic' I got her while her back was turned. Kind of a cowardly thing to do.
>Celestia: Anonymous just take the compliment, you're too humble for your own good.
>You agree with Anonymous on this one. If he tried anything when you weren't distracted he'd be a nice little pile of ashes at your feet.
Anon: Whatever you say Princess.
>Celestia: Anonymous, were in private you may drop that formality if you wish. I don't know how many times I have to tell you.
Anon: I'm just messin with ya Celly.
>Oh lord he's got a pet name for her, it sickens you.
>Come on hurry up and stop with the personal convo already get to the juicy bits!

>A: Continue to listen
>B: Stop and take a walk around the castle
>C: Go to the kitchen for cookies
>D: Head back to the barracks and relax
>E: Go to the Canterlot Archives

(A was chosen)

Anon: So, any news on how the repairs are going?
>Celestia: They should be finished by next week...I swear those Changelings caused a lot more damage than we thought.
Anon: Yeah I saw what happened to the eastern wing...well what's left of it anyway.
>Celestia: The p0nies I've put in charge of rebuilding are using stronger material in the repairs as well, if those Changelings invade again they will not do anywhere near the damage they did the first time around.
Anon: Celly, I doubt they'll try anything like that again.
>Oh how wrong you are Anonymous...
>Neither speak for a little while, you can hear them eating and drinking the tea.
>From Celestia's outline you can see that she keeps trying to speak but she stops herself from saying anything.
>Finally she says something
>Celestia: Anonymous?
Anon: Hmm?
>Celestia: You know Hearts and Hooves day is tomorrow.
Anon: Yes?
>Celestia: Well...Canterlot Square has been cleared of rubble...and there's going to be a play performing there celebrating the holiday and I was wondering if...
>You can hear her heart beating rapidly from here
Anon: You're asking me out on a date aren't ya Celly?
>You swear even though you can't see Anon's outline you can perfectly picture him giving Celestia a sly grin.
>Celestia: Y..Yes I am.
Anon: Well that explains why you kept looking away from me.
>Celestia nods
Anon: Celly, I'd love to go with ya.
>You hear Celestia squee with joy
>It sickens you to see Celestia happy but at the same time you'd love to do nothing more than break down the door and gorge yourself on the love inside.

>A:Continue to listen
>B:Take a walk around the castle
>C: Head to the kitchen for cookies
>D: Head back to the barracks
>E: Head to the Canterlot Archives

(A was chosen)

>You have no idea what drives you to stay but you do so.
>With that little bit of awkwardness out of the way their conversation lightens up.
>Though it doesn't really revolve around anything other than small talk and the play they are going to see tomorrow.
>You sigh to yourself, perhaps sticking around here wasn't the best idea after all.
>You did get a little bit of useful info though so not all is lost.
>Celestia: This was nice and all, but I have to get back to my duties.
Anon: I understand... conquer that paperwork Celly!
>She giggles
>Celestia: You can never conquer paperwork Anon but I appreciate the sentiment all the same. You may keep the cookies if you like.
>With a quick courtesy she trots to the door.
>Oh shit you're still there!
>Suddenly the door unlocks and its thrown open before you can do anything
>You're smashed in between the wall and the open door
>Your everything hurts...
>What you don't see, is Celestia skipping merrily down the hallway
>When the merciless door finally moves away you slide slowly to the floor.
>Chrysalis: Stupid...doors...stupid Sunbutt...bitch...
>Anonymous walks out with a tray in hand her turns to see you groaning on the floor
Anon: You alright there Crystal?
>Chrysalis: Yes yes I'm fine...the stars will go away...eventually...
>Anonymous chuckles before kneeling down to you.
>When you see what's on his tray you snap to attention
>He has....can it be?
>He has those heart shaped cookies you love so much...about a dozen in number.
>Your jaw drops as you eye those babies hungrily.
>Anonymous notices your staring
Anon: I'm pretty full so these will end up going to waste, unless you'd like them? Want em Crystal?
>Anonymous is offering you not one, not two, but a dozen cookies
>You think you're in love
>He does not know the gravity of his kind offer

>A: Graciously accept the cookies and thank Anonymous
>B: Eat them in a flash and run for the hills
>C: Share them with Anonymous
>D: Take them with you back to the barracks

(C was chosen)

>Oh my you'd feel like such a little...pig if you were to simply eat all of these alone
>Chrysalis: I don't suppose you'd wish to share these...delightful delectable.....treats would you?
Anon: I'm giving em to you cause I'm full...but if ya insist...I don't think I could say no anyway.
>Chrysalis: I doubt any sane creature on this planet can say no to these cookies.
>Anonymous takes a seat in the floor next to you, then he places the tray in between the two of you.
>You split the cookies evenly...even though you really wanted eight...or ten.
>Regardless you eat the amount you're given...within a minute.
>Anonymous has finished a total of....one cookie.
>And he's staring at you
>How dare he stare at you in such a manner!
>And why are you blushing there's no need to be embarrassed
Anon: You've got a little something...here Chrystal...
>He point to the side of his face
>Why is he...oh he's referring to you.
>You turn your head away to wipe away the crumbs
>While you do that Anonymous gets to his feet.
Anon: Well, this was nice and all...but I'm done for the day, gonna hit up the city see what I can find.
>And with that he makes his way down one of the hallways
>You turn around to see that he left his cookies for you
>You look to see Anonymous wave back to you
Anon: Good luck, hope ya fit in with the rest of em.
>Before you can say anything he gives you a half hearted salute before turning down a random hallway.
>Well...Celestia said you were dismissed for the day as well...so...

>A: Use your free time to come up with a plan
>B: Follow Anonymous and see if he wants company
>C: Go to the kitchen for some more cookies
>D: Go to your bed in the barracks and take a nap

(A was chosen)

>As you eat the cookies Anonymous left for you, a plan starts to come to you.
>The castle guard is doubling with new recruits...you could easily have them dispatched and replaced with your changelings...
>The castle's exterior is going to be reinforced with stronger materials meaning the interior is going to remain generally the same
>And the juiciest bit of all...
>Celestia loves Anonymous...
>You smile evilly as possibilities come to mind
>Since you're a guard you're given nearly free range through all of the areas in the castle
>Maybe even Celestia's room...
>Wait...for her you'd have to sneak in to her room while she slept
>For Anonymous however...he is incapable of using magic.
>You could end him, take on his form, and feed off of Celestia's love.
>Choices choices...

>A: Wait until tonight, use your magic to bind Celestia, and assume her form
>B: Find Anonymous, take him out of the picture, assume his form
>C: Have your changelings replace the new recruits and swarm from within at the castle at the opportune moment.

(C was chosen)


>You've decided that you're going to have your changelings take on the guise of Celestial guards.
>You've got a path to a nearby hive cluster on the outskirts of Canterlot.
>Without anyone around you decide it'd be easier to simply teleport to the hive path, which you do.
>No one is around to see the green flames emitted from your spell.
>You appear upon a precipice on the mountain that Canterlot is built on to.
>From this vantage point you're able to overlook Canterlot, a single solitary Changeling drone guards the path leading in to the mountain.
>You give him the order to bring in four dozen changelings that are to appear like Celestial guards.
>You decide to have them infiltrate the castle during the night and for them to enter through the Gardens.
>From a conversation you overheard from one of the captains this morning you know that only four guards patrol the gardens so taking care of them will be easy.
>With the orders given your drone bows before flying in to the interior of the mountain.
>When you bring them in tonight, you'll give them the order to 'silence' the new recruits that were brought in with you when you first infiltrated the castle.
>With that out of the way you now have a list of options readily available.

>A: Wait until tonight, bind Celestia while she sleeps, then take on her appearance
>B: Spy on Anonymous
>C: Find Anonymous in the city and hang out with him to pass the time
>D: Get back to the castle and survey the areas that are being repaired. With your changelings causing chaos inside the other drones can invade through the damaged areas.

(C was chosen)

>Now all that's left to do is wait for night to fall.
>Under the cover of night you'll sneak in to Celly's room while she sleeps and then your plan will be a cakewalk to complete.
>But...in order to fool everyp0ny in to thinking you're the Sun Princess you're going to have to learn a little bit about those she spends time with.
>You can act like a 'kind and caring' sister towards Luna no problem...at least you think you can.
>One problem may be Anonymous, after all you have to act like you're head over heels for the little ape.
>You'd trail him in the castle but he said he was leaving.
>Well...maybe you can try to find Anonymous in the city
>You might be able to come up with a proper excuse in order to hang around him.
>Wait...you can just tell him that not only are you new recruit, but you're also new to Canterlot!
>He might just fall for that.
>Then he can show you the sites around the city in order to pass the time
>Perfect cover
>Chrysalis you sly Changeling you...
>You smile to yourself before teleporting back to the castle
>You appear in the same area you first teleported from
>You're in luck, there aren't any guards around to see you
>With that taken care of you double check to make sure you're in your disguise
>Yup, you're still a measly little Pegasus mare
>Perfect.
>You gallop down the hallway you saw Anonymous walk down
>After a few guesses, a few twists and turns, and getting lost once or twice...you manage to find the main entrance to the castle.
>As you trot down the steps leading in to the front courtyard you just so happen to see Anonymous speaking with a guard.
>As you approach you see Anonymous facepalm before pointing back towards the castle.
>You see the guard lower his head in shame before trotting past you and up the stairs leading back in to the castle.

>A: Ask Anonymous what that was all about
>B: Sneak up and pounce on Anonymous
>C: Fly up and land on Anonymous' shoulder and say hello
>D: Walk past him and walk in to the city alone.

(A was chosen, c was mixed in a little)

>Chrysalis: Hey Anonymous...what was that all about?
>He turns, looking to see who's asking, when he sees you he bends down to your level.
Anon: That was a guard asking ME for a raise in pay. Last time I checked Princess Celestia was in charge of distributing pay. Not the bucking librarian.
>He sighs out of frustration
>Chrysalis: Well...maybe he's new?
>He shakes his head
Anon: The stallion has been guarding the castle for two years...
>Chrysalis: Oh....
Anon: He's not the only one who's been asking me stupid questions...Hey Anonymous where's the bathroom, Anonymous can I get books from the Canterlot Archives...things of that nature.
>Chrysalis: You sound kinda...mad
Anon: I am mad. I'm going to go to the pub and drink cider until I pass out, that usually takes care of my anger.
>And with that he gets to his feet and starts walking towards town
>You fly up and land on his shoulder, startling him in the process.
Anon: Holy shi...oh. I tend to forget you pegasus p0nies are awfully friendly...
>You perch on his shoulder
>Chrysalis: You know what you should do?
Anon: What should I do?
>Chrysalis: You...
>You poke his nose with a hoof
>Chrysalis: Should be me along and show me the sites. I'm new to Canterlot and it'd be nice to have someone with me who knew their way around here.
Anon: So you're new to the guard AND to the city?
>Chrysalis: Eeyup
>Anonymous scratches his chin in thought.
Anon: Well...it'd be troublesome if you had to deliver a message to a place in the city if you didn't know where it was...what the hell I'll show ya around.
>Score!
Anon: Buuuuut.
>Chrysalis: But what?
Anon: I'm only showing you a few buildings on our way to the pub. No way in hell am I going to take a tour around the city. Sorry.
>You're only a little disappointed, after all you're really only looking to kill time. It doesn't matter what he shows you, you'll probably be burning it down or blowing it up when you take over.
>And with that the two of you make your way in to the city
>...It's actually not that bad
>The hustle and bustle of the p0nies as they go about their daily lives
>The noble p0nies that ride by in their carriages
>The well conditioned buildings
>The vast amounts of street venders, street performers....
>You'd hate to admit it but your own hive isn't as...well...exciting
>The only hustle and bustle you can associate with your hives is when they're either digging new tunnels, bringing food back to the hive, or when they're kissing your hooves for praise.
>The two of you stay for a few minutes to watch an Earthy P0ny juggle a few tomatoes....then he brings in watermelons.
>He's doing pretty well...until he throws one of the watermelons just a little bit too high
>When it lands it lands upon his head...knocking him out.
>The crowd around him disperses when the show's over.
>And with that you're back on track to whatever pub Anonymous is going to
>Hmm...he doesn't seem annoyed that you've decided to stay perched on his shoulder.
>After an hour of walking Anonymous makes it to his destination.
>You hop off of his shoulder
>The only real building of interest the two of you passed along the way was The Canterlot Theater Hall.
>Probably the place Anonymous and Celestia are going to tomororw
>Oh god you're going to take over as Celestia tonight...which means you're going on a damn date with Anon tomorrow.
>And it's a Hearts and Hooves themed performance!
>No pressure...no pressure you're the Queen you can do this.
Anon: And here's our stop. I'm gonna go in and get my drink on. I'm sure you can find your way back to the castle from here.

>A: Join Anonymous for a drink
>B: Head back to the castle
>C: Wander around the city aimlessly

(A was chosen)

>As Anonymous makes his way in to the pub you decide it'd be best to get at least a little bit of info out of Anon.
>After all if you're going to imitate Celestia you're going to need to know as much about this human as possible in order to properly portray the Sun Princess.
>And with that you throw caution to the wind and step in to the pub.
>This...this place seems fairly expensive
>Everything from the bar itself to the tables and chairs were in near perfect condition
>And boy was it empty, nop0ny drinks in the middle of the day.
>This human appears to be the exception
>Anonymous takes a seat at the bar and calls for the bartender
>A unicorn from behind the bar nods before looking over his stock
>Within a few minutes a mug of cider is slid Anon's way
>Guess he's a regular around here
>Peachy...
>You trot up to the bar and take a seat in the stool next to Anon.
Anon: Guess I've got a stalker huh?
>He turns to you with a shit eating grin
>Chrysalis: W...what? No, I wanted to get a drink...
>He chuckles
Anon: Calm down Crystal I'm just messin with ya. Hey barkeep get the mare a little something.
>The unicorn trots over
>"Let me guess she's with you?"
>He nods
>"Damn it Anonymous it's bad enough you come by why do you have to bring friends?"
Anon: What, your Cider's addicting, I can't help it.
>"Yeah and you getting free drinks for life isn't helping me in the slightest."
Anon: You should have put more jellybeans in the jar
>"How did you even guess how many were in there?!"
Anon: Magic.
>Anon turns to you
Anon: So Crystal what do ya want?
>He hands you a small menu

>A: Applejack Daniels
>B: Apple Family Cider
>C: Orange's Whiskey
>D: Auntie Cherry's Tequila
>E: Big Mac's Brandy

(B was chosen)

>Chrysalis: Can I have this...Apple Family Cider?
Anon: Ya heard the mare, get her some cider buddy.
>"I'm not your 'buddy' and I swear you cheated."
Anon: Yeah yeah yeah you say that every time I come in. Just get Crystal her cider, please?
>The unicorn isn't as fast with your cider than he was with whatever Anon got
>It feels like an eternity before the unicorn finally slides your mug of cider to you.
>Now that you have your drink in your hooves the unicorn makes his way around the bar and in to a back room.
>This leaves you and Anon alone in the pub aside from a few earth p0nies scattered throughout.
>Anonymous drinks in relative silence while you stare at your mug
>You take a whiff.
>You're not surprised to find that your apple family cider has a strong smell of apples, you can vaguely smell the whiskey in your cider.

>A: Take a drink of your cider
>B: Small talk with Anon
>C: Ask Anon personal questions
>D: Sit and stare at your cider

(A and C were tied)

>Why did you ask for a drink when you now your tolerance is non-existent
>No changeling in existence has tolerance to alcohol
>In fact some have died from consuming too much...
>But you're the Queen that has to mean that...that biology doesn't effect you?
>Buck it you asked for a drink and you got one. Don't wuss out now drink the damn cider.
>You give your cider a few test sips before taking a drink.
>You were giving your taste buds time to get used to the flavor and for your body to get used to the poison you were introducing your body to.
>Within a few minutes you've drank maybe a quarter of your mug
>Your body is starting to feel pretty warm
>You're still capable of cognitive thinking thankfully
>You can't afford to go to the same level Anonymous is going to, lest you accidentally drop your disguise.
>Speaking of Anonymous
>You turn to see he's downed his mug and he's already starting on another
>This time it was a pegasus that served him rather than the unicorn
>He notices you staring, he puts down his mug.
Anon: What's up? Let me guess you're not a lightweight like half of the p0nies in Equestria? Figured, probably shoulda ordered the stronger stuff.
>Chrysalis: Oh no no no, it's not that at all...actually...I was wondering...how'd you end up in Equestria?
>Might as well start with something basic, he's an alien to this world so what better way to get some personal info then to ask how he came to be here?
>Anonymous puts his elbows on the bar
>He rests his head in his hands
Anon:That's...wow...well...I can give you the short version. I fell from the sky...and well I landed in Canterlot...hit my head pretty hard on the landing. Don't remember anything about my past, don't remember how I got here...all I remember is lying on the ground with a part of my skull missing and a bunch of pastel colored p0nies surrounding me. One of them screamed when he pointed at me saying, "It fell from the sky! I saw it with my own eyes I did!"
>You look over his head
>Chrysalis: Wouldn't that kind of landing leave a scar?
>He smiles before knocking on his head
Anon: Celly was nice enough to patch me up. She was the only one capable of healing me before I well...bled out all over the streets...I owe her my life.
>Chrysalis: Well...that seems a little out of the ordinary for her
Anon: What do you mean?
>Chrysalis: From what I've heard, she's usually skeptic about new...species.
>And by skeptic you meant violent
>You just wanted some love!
>And to...well.. conquer....but only a little!
>Bah, details, Celestia is a bad p0ny end of mental discussion
Anon: You'd be right, she took a gamble with me by healing me. In return I had to show her that I wasn't some evil creature and...I think I've pretty much proven that.

>A: Continue with personal questions
>B: Drink more cider
>C: Sit in silence
>D: Small talk

(A was chosen)

>Chrysalis: Well hey if you keep giving me free drinks then any doubts I have will disappear.
>Anonymous laughs
Anon: You'll have to try a little harder than that Crystal, you're only getting one unless you convince me otherwise.
>Chrysalis: And how do I go about doing that?
Anon:...give me a minute I'll think of something.
>You chuckle before drinking more of your cider
>You're nearing the half-way mark now
>Chrysalis: So...how's Equestria been for you?
Anon: Hmm?
>Chrysalis: Being different...being something alien...were the p0nies scared of you, did they see you as something bad. You said Celestia took a gamble with you SHE not anyp0ny else.
>Anonymous sighs before drinking from his mug
Anon: Now that's still ongoing....p0nies outside of Canterlot are afraid to come to the city because the 'freak' is there. The noble p0nies turn their noses up at me...and well...I'm not deaf...a lot of p0nies around here think I'm nothing more than Celestia's pet. An oddity she wanted all to herself. Though...the Canterlot Guard and the Princesses don't think that, the Element Wielders don't think that, and the awesome bartender here just loves me. Isn't that right Bubblegum?"
>You hear the unicorn call from somewhere in the back
>"Go buck yourself Anon!"
Anon: Love you too Bubbles!
>You giggle
Anon: SO MANY FRIENDS!
>You burst out in to fits of laughter

>A: Continue with personal questions
>B: Drink more cider
>C: Sit in silence
>D: Small talk

(A was chosen)

>You manage to stop laughing after a little bit
>Either Anonymous is hilarious or this cider is getting to you
>It doesn't matter you're a changeling on a mission
>You press on in your conquest to know as much about Anonymous as possible.
>Chrysalis: Well...you're not that bad. You're tolerable.
Anon: Thanks for the vote of confidence there Crystal
>Chrysalis: Anytime. But I have to ask, what have you come to dislike in Equestria, I'm sure you don't like everything this place has to offer.
>Anonymous taps his fingers upon the bar in thought
>Then he downs the cider in his mug
Anon: I've come to hate noble p0nies
>Just play along
>Chrysalis: No one likes nobles
Anon: I hate greedy dragons
>They loved burning down your hives
>Chrysalis: So does everyp0ny else
Anon: And I hate changelings
>.....
Anon: Especially their Queen.
>.....Okay calm down Chrysalis there's no need to kill Anonymous in cold blood and set the bar on fire.

>A: Ask him why he hates changelings
>B: Ask him why he hates dragons
>C: Continue agreeing with Anonymous
>D:Say nothing and drink cider

(A was chosen)

>How could he possibly say he hates changelings?
>Your race is amazing!
>He's just a fool!
>So what if you invaded and so what if you tried to kill Anonymous during the takeover?
>You did what you had to do in order to help your race
>Chrysalis: Why?
Anon: Why what?
>Chrysalis: Why do you hate changelings...well...aside from the invasion...and the destruction.
>Anonymous points to the scar on his neck
Anon: They invaded my home, they hurt p0nies, and that damn queen hurt Celly...and well she hurt me too. I know you've seen this little cut on my neck here.
>You ask a question you already know the answer to.
>Chrysalis: The Queen did that to you?
>Anonymous nods.
Anon: Celly doesn't know how to dispel changeling magic so I'm stuck having to have it heal on it's own. Though I gotta say I'm pretty lucky when it comes to Changelings.
>Chrysalis: What makes you say that?
Anon: Because if the Queen hit a few inches to the left she'd have killed me.
>Chrysalis: Oh...
>Noted.
Anon: Why are you asking such an obvious question?
>Chrysalis: Hmm?
Anon: You just asked me why I hate Changelings, you obviously know about the invasion. Did you support what they did or something?

>A: Make up something on the spot
>B: Say nothing and drink your cider
>C: Get up and leave
>D: Try to explain that changelings aren't bad

(D was chosen)

>You tread on thin ice Chrysalis.
>Perhaps if you explained to Anon that Changelings aren't as bad as he thinks...maybe he'll withdraw his opinion.
>After all he's only got a first impression to go on
>You down the remains of your cider before speaking
>Yes, explaining to Anon how Changelings work sounds like an even better idea now.
>Chrysalis: No...no you're just..ignorant is all...Changelings aren't all bad.
>You shoot him a grin, he doesn't return the gesture.
Anon: Oh really? Mind helping me out then?
>Chrysalis: I shall!
>Unfortunately the cider is keeping you from realizing how annoyed Anon is.
>Chrysalis: First of all, what did the Changelings want?
Anon: They wanted love and they wanted to take over Equestria.
>Chrysalis: Why did they want to take over Equestria?
Anon: Because they....wanted the p0nies love?
>Chrysalis: Exactly!
Anon: I'm not following.
>Chrysalis: How? It's so simple!
Anon: Because you can't attack a nation and magically obtain love. That's kind of like trust isn't it? Something that takes time to get?
>Chrysalis: It's much easier for Changelings because they can change their form. Like how the Queen became Cadence and used Shining Armor's love for her.
Anon: Yeah I know how Changelings work I was almost KILLED by one. Get to the part where they're not supposed to be bad please.
>Sounds more like a command than a question.
>You ignore his tone and continue
>Chrysalis: Now stick with me Anonymous. A creature that relies on magic to change their form in order to integrate and feed on love wouldn't normally try to invade and conquer right?
Anon: They'd have to be power hungry...
>Chrysalis: Or...they'd have to be desperate.
Anon: Desperate?
>Chrysalis: Anonymous, how many creatures out there can say they love insects?
>He's silent for a few moments before shrugging
Anon: No idea.
>Chrysalis: The answer is no one Anon. No one can love an insect like a Changeling. If there's no love for a Changeling to feast upon they starve.
Anon: They can't eat other emotions?
>Chrysalis: They can...but it's no where near as life sustaining as love. Other emotions are a temporary fix, but without love they starve.
Anon: So...what you're saying is...the Changelings weren't conquerors...they were just starving, desperate insects that were willing to do anything for a meal?
>You nod.
Anon: Interesting...
>Anonymous looks over his empty mug, he then asks the pegasus behind the bar for another glass.
>When he gets his new mug he drinks in silence.

>A: Ask him more personal questions
>B: Small talk
>C: Ask for another mug of cider
>D: Sit in Silence.

(A was chosen)

>You don't ask for another mug of cider. One is enough for you.
>You sit in silence for a moment, trying to think of something else to ask Anonymous
>You found a good subject but you don't know if Anonymous will go for it or not.
>At least you think its a good subject, the cider may or may not be influencing your question
>Chrysalis: Anonymous...?
>You flash him a smile
Anon: Yes Crystal?
>He take a drink of his cider
>Chrysalis: Do you have a weird dick?
>Anonymous projectile spits his cider all over the pegasus behind the counter.
>You burst out in to fits of laughter
>Anonymous turns to you, his face flushed and his eyes revealing anger and embarrassment
>The Pegasus is not amused
>In fact she's so un-amused the two of you end up on your flanks in the alleyway next to the pub.
>"Don't you dare think about coming back here human!"
>The Pegasus slams the door behind the two of you.
>Anonymous is still glaring at you
Anon: Thanks for getting me kicked out of the only pub in the city that'd take me.
>You laugh nervously
>He gets to his feet before walking down the alleyway leading in to the city.

>A: Follow Anonymous and try to apologize
>B: Sit there for a moment
>C: Make your way back to Canterlot Castle.

(A was chosen)

>And now you feel terrible
>You can taste the anger...and you can taste the sorrow.
>If what Anonymous said was true you've just cut him from one of the few places were p0nies would accept him.
>Great now you feel worse
>You feel bad for the human who assaulted you!
>He attacked you because your hurt his friends and you attacked a city he called home.
>But you were hungry! You're still hungry
>And Changelings are starving in your hive as you think!
>You're never drinking cider again.
>It makes you feel...oh so guilty.
>You trot after Anonymous...with the intent to apologize?
>Yeah there's something wrong with you
>You reach out a hoof and poke his side when you catch up to him.
>Chrysalis: Anon...I...
>He cuts you off
Anon: Let me guess you're sorry? Yeah easy for you to say, they'll probably let you back in. You aren't a damn alien.
>Chrysalis: Well yeah but...
Anon: Ya know I still don't get it....there's Minotaurs, there's dragons, there's manticores, yet I'M the freak. This is bullshit.
>You're silent
Anon: I've been working in that castle ever since Celestia saved my life. I've been helping around town with odd jobs, yet I still deal with bullshit. Were I a p0ny that little moment in the pub would have been looked over but they were LOOKING for a reason to dump my ass out of there.

>A: Continue to listen to his rant
>B: Tell him to stop bitching
>C: Walk away you've heard enough
>D: Reveal yourself and tell him to stop bitching about being different

(A was chosen)

>For the next few minutes Anonymous starts listing off some of the things he's done since arriving in Canterlot.
>Wow...he's been quite a busy human.
>These p0nies should be eating out of his hooves by now.
Anon: Now the only reason I'll have to leave the castle is for my date tomorrow. I don't even want to go, all I'll probably end up doing is making Celestia look bad.
>Seems like this is the end of his ranting and raving.
>He sighs before leaning his back against the wall of the pub
Anon: Listen, I'm not mad that you asked what you asked, I'm not mad that your question got me kicked out of this place, I'm just mad that these p0nies will never accept me. If assisting the Princess during the invasion didn't work, nothing will.
>And with that he makes his way to the end of the alleyway.
>You watch as he disappears in to the city
>And with that you make your way back to the castle
>Other than your time spent with Anon nothing remotely interesting happens.
>A few hours pass and soon the moon is high in the sky
>You're currently lying down in one of the beds of the barracks.
>Unlike your fellow recruits you're wide awake
>You sit there still mulling over the words Anon said earlier
>He's not the only one who'd be considered a freak...
>Which reminds you, your Changelings will be arriving in the Canterlot Gardens in an hour
>It's time for you to get started

>A: Sneak in to Celestia's Room and take her out
>B: Sneak in to the Canterlot Gardens and take out the guards stationed there
>C: Go to sleep.

(B was chosen)

>Alright its go time. Time to get your drones integrated.
>You slowly get out of bed and sneak to the door leading out in to the eastern courtyard of Canterlot Castle
>You slink in the shadows and past the night guards guarding the eastern entrance in to the castle's interior.
>The castle's interior...it seems so different at night
>The torches that would usually illuminate the halls have been dimmed
>The night guards probably didn't need as much lighting in order to do their job.
>That might make things just a tad bit harder for you
>...In order for this plan to work...you're going to have to take out more than just the guards in the garden.
>And with that...you drop your disguise.
>Still employing stealth you sneak your way over to a group of patrolling guards
>A quick offensive spell splits in to four less harmful spells.
>The guards drop, stunned.
>You continue on, knocking out guards that impede the direct path from the gardens to the barracks.
>All in all you've managed to take out sixteen guards.
>Finally the night air greets you when you step out in to the gardens.
>The wind whistles through the holes in your hooves.
>The perfect night to enact your plan...
>You take to the skies in order survey the gardens
>You find that there are only four guards
>Good your information was accurate
>From your position in the sky you're able to take out the four guards with projectile spells before they knew what was coming.
>With the four of them out of the way you light up your horn.
>You cast a sickly green light over the area
>Then far off buzzing could be heard
>Your drones are inbound, luckily they work tirelessly to please you.
>They weren't supposed to be here for another 15 minutes.
>With your four dozen drones in tow all of you land within the Castle Gardens.
>Four drones take on the form of the garden guards you've dispatched.
>The originals are ported to the cave system under the castle.
>Before this little plan of yours began you were wondering just where you'd hide the p0nies.
>Then you realized that only Twilight and Cadence knew how to escape the cave systems.
>With four drones already taken care of the rest of your group makes their way back in to the castle
>Upon entry you take on your new disguise...
>Your drones gasp before shrinking away from you
>You're not surprised, after all, if you're going to be Celestia you have to emanate radiance like the sun itself.
>You smirk as you trot along, having your Changelings take on the guise of the stunned guard p0nies as you go.
>The ones that didn't disguise themselves and night guards took on the form of Celestia; Recruits
>When you reach the barracks, and when your group enters you find that none of the guards have awakened.
>Unfortunately integration was a bit harder in the barracks...
>Some of the guards being replaced woke up to the flames surrounding their comrades
>A fight broke out....
>You ended the fight and took care of the stragglers before they could warn any of the guards.
>These recruits would have been worthless in real combat...in a way you're doing Canterlot a favor.
>Now all that's left is Celestia herself.
>You have your Changelings turn in for the night using the beds provided.
>Then you make your way from the barracks, to the northern section of the castle.
>Though you run in to a bit of an unexpected problem.
>Luna....she's walking down the opposite end of the hallway.
>Luna: Sister, thou art awake?
>You've rehearsed something like this in case of an emergency
>With your magic you're able to mimic Celestia's voice perfectly.
>Chrysalis: That I am dear sister.
>Luna: Art thou feeling well?
>You shake your head
>Chrysalis: I've been feeling a little restless lately...see...I've been thinking...
>Luna: Thinking...?
>Chrysalis: I've been thinking that I've been treating you like a young naive sibling for far too long...I wish to rectify that.
>Luna seems confused
>Luna: What dost thou mean sister?
>Chrysalis: I'd like to give you more responsibility as Co-Ruler. It's not fair to you that you're stuck with doing nothing more than raising the moon. I know you are capable of doing more...
>Luna's eyes widen in surprise.
>Luna: W...what dost thou have in mind?
>Score!
>Chrysalis: I'd like for you...to raise the sun tomorrow. I know you're capable of doing so...I trust you to be able to do this...if the p0nies know you embrace my sun as you do your moon they may come around...
>Luna's eyes seem to light up
>She flashes you this wide grin before squeeing with joy
>Within a flash she's got her hooves wrapped around you.
>Luna: We thank thee! Thou shalt not be disappointed!
>You return the hug, smiling evilly all the while
>Chrysalis: I know dear sister...I know...
>With the sun taken care of your disguise will be all the easier to pull off.

>You tell Luna that you've decided to try to get some sleep
>With one final hug she leaves you to do just that
>Things are going...so well...this is like a dream come true!
>You merrily trot the rest of the way to Celestia's quarters.
>Lucky for you, you remember where Celestia's Room is from your first attempt at invading.
>And here you are...but it looks like you've run in to a bit of a problem.
>Celestia has a few guards.
>Two unicorns stand at either side of Celestia's door
>....and Anonymous is in front of the door itself...
>He's got his arms crossed and he's leaning his back in to the door.
>Even at a distance you can see that he's hiding something in the sleeves of his gown.
>Probably a weapon...
>Why is he here he never mentioned being a guard he's supposed to be nothing more than a librarian!
>What to do...

>A: Attempt to approach the group as Celestia
>B: Use your magic and walk through the walls and go straight to Celestia's Room
>C: Take out Anonymous and the other guards

(B was chosen)

>Damn, Anonymous left out this little tidbit of information.
>Or he may have thought Crystal was a Changeling in disguise and he gathered a few guards.
>Or there's a chance Celestia knew the entire time...
>Your plans were going just a bit too smoothly...
>Buck! Buck there is no way you had everything planned out!
>You had a near perfect disguise!
>No, wait...don't jump to conclusions just yet Chrysalis
>You can just use your magic to bypass these guards
>And you do so...using your magic you phase through the wall you're standing next to.
>Like a ghost you walk through the walls of the castle until you come to the darkened room of the Sun Princess.
>The only thing casting any sort of light from within is the drawn curtains letting in the pale moonlight
>You hear light breathing coming from Celestia's bed
>You quietly approach the bed...and see Celestia sound asleep
>She's got a pillow in her hooves, a content smile plays upon her lips.
>You can see the golden flakes of love radiating from her form
>Probably dreaming about Anonymous
>Seeing all this love, and with you being a Changeling, you could benefit from this feast
>But doing so might wake up Celestia before you're ready...

>A: Take Celestia's love, then bind her, then get rid of her
>B: Bind Celestia and get rid of her before she wakes
>C: Bind Celestia, wake her up, taunt her, then steal her love before getting rid of her

(A mix of all three were used)

>To insure the easiest route of love taking you use your magic to produce a ring of green fire
>That green fire wraps around the base of Celestia's horn.
>Now if she tries to cast a spell it'll tighten itself around her horn, disrupting her magic.
>Time to get to work on stealing all this love
>You open your mouth and silently start taking in the air around Celestia
>Soon enough the golden flakes of love start being drawn in to your open maw
>When the taste hits your tongue you nearly moan with joy
>The love of the Sun Princes...has the be the greatest tasting love you've ever got to enjoy...
>As you take in her love, flashes of Celestia and Anonymous are brought forth
>You're given a front row seat of times they've interacted with each other
>All the joy...the sorrow...and then you're given a few..juicier memories...and fantasies
>At some point during Anonymous stay Celestia walked in on Anonymous stepping out of the bath
>So that's what it looks like...
>Celestia didn't seem to disapprove...in fact...judging by the fantasies that play through your mind through the princess...she'd...wow
>Riding crops...ball gags, saddles, anal plugs, fangs, ropes...socks...school uniforms...noble and bandit...canterlot guard and trouble maker...librarian and student....
>Oh my god Celestia is a pervert...
>But wait...neither of them have actually DONE anything...these really are all fantasies.
>Ha, she's afraid she'll freak him out this is great!
>You try to stifle your laughter and get back to focusing upon stealing the love.
>When you see nearly all the golden flakes depleted from her a few thoughts come to mind.
>Wait...you could have some fun with this...you smile deviously
>You're going to totally fuck with Celestia...but how...
>You've got it....
>Your ring slowly forms itself in to a hand...it's around Anon's size....
>You start to apply a little more pressure...you hear Celestia moan in her sleep
>Suddenly her eyes start to open a little, you position yourself so you're out of her immediate line of site.
>You lean in and whisper in Anonymou's voice
>Chrysalis: Shhh....close your eyes Celly...
>Celestia: Anonymous what are y...
>You start moving the 'hand' along the base of her horn.
>Celestia gasps before shutting her eyes tightly
>Chrysalis: Just relax Celly...I owe you so much...let me at least give you this.
>You start running the hand along Celestia's horn in long strokes
>Celestia bites her lower lip as the hand starts to pick up speed.
>You're trying so hard to keep yourself from laughing
>Celestia voice starts growing louder...and louder
>You can smell her musk from under the sheets
>Oh my she's really been wanting this...
>You tighten your 'grip' and stroke faster
>She's no longer biting her lip, her moans of ecstasy become louder as a result.
>Celestia: Yes......just like that Anon....I'm almost...
>Your 'hand' starts moving at an incredible speed
>Her hooves start to curl uncontrollably from under the covers
>Her volume is steadily increasing
>Chrysalis: Celly please your guards can hear you...
>Celestia: This room is sound proof Anon even if it wasn't buck them I'm the Princess I do as I please! For the love of Celestia faster!
>Chrysalis: You just called your own name out you narcissist.
>Celestia growls in anger and in return you tighten your grip
>Suddenly Celestia's body starts to spasm and her jaw starts to quiver
>The smell of musk is overpowering now
>Then little drops of magic start spewing from the tip of her horn
>Wow...Celestia's a screamer when she orgasms....
>You flatten your ears to drown out the noise
>When she finally starts to 'cool down' she opens her eyes
>Celestia: Anonymous that was...
>She turns to you and she sees herself...well...you
>You smile before saying in YOUR voice.
>Chrysalis: Wow Celestia I didn't know you like mares! Anonymous will be disappointed!
>Celestia recognizes your voice, her eyes shrink to the size of pinpricks you can't tell if she's shaking from fear, rage, or from her release.
>Celestia's face shows nothing but absolute rage...and disgust
>You're too busy laughing to notice
>Celestia tries to capitalize on that her horn begins to glow
>The 'hand' clamps down on her horn...hard.
>Celestia cries out in pain, her entire body jolts from the sensation
>When you stop laughing you see tears forming in her eyes from the pain
>Chrysalis: Squeezing down on a sensitive horn must be painful
>Celestia: What...what are you doing here?
>Chrysalis: I could go in to a long winded explanation but last time I did that I was beaten. I've decided not to reveal my plan, see how that plays out for me.
>Celestia gives you the evil eye
>Chrysalis: What I will tell you is that I've taken enough of your love to last me a lifetime...thanks for the boost in power.
>Celestia: You....you evil...
>Chrysalis: Not evil, just hungry...well I'm not hungry anymore but my Changelings are. They need to eat Celestia, and by taking care of you that won't be a problem for them.

>Celestia: What are you going to do with me?
>Chrysalis: I'm not going to kill you if that's what you're wondering, but I'll say one thing's for sure I'm not letting you go anywhere without this little 'enchantment' on your horn. Don't need you coming back here and spoiling my plans.
>Celestia: ....what about Anonymous?
>Chrysalis: What about him?
>Celestia: He'll...he'll know...and when he finds out....
>Chrysalis: He'll what? Stop me? That's hilarious Celestia...if you think he's that rebellious I could just carve up that pretty face of his, that should teach him some obedience. He'll be too afraid to go against me...oh wait I mean YOU I am taking over your position after all. Think about it Celly...your little lover boy fearing...even hating you....
>Your smile widens.when you can feel the rage seething off of her form.
>You can tell she wishes to do nothing more than end you here and now
>Too bad she can't do a thing to you.
>Chrysalis: Tootles Celestia.
>And with that her body is surrounded in flames
>Within a minute she's been transported to the Canterlot Caves.
>With that binding spell around her horn she can't come back unless it's on foot.
>Even then, she's been placed in a part of the caves that has no real exit unless she uses her magic to blow a hole in the caves.
>You win...victory is oh so sweet.
>What to do now

>A: Go to sleep in Celestia's bed
>B: Go get Anonymous from outside and have him sleep with you
>C: Go out for a night flight
>D: Have Anonymous and the others get some sleep.


(B was chosen)

>Hmm...let's see just how well you can pull of Celestia.
>Using your magic you dry out the sheets, blankets, and mattress.
>Then you enchant the bed, sheets, and blankets to smell like lavender
>Much...much better...
>After that's done you trot over to Celestia's....YOUR door.
>When you open it...it turns out it's a pull
>Anonymous shouts out in surprise before falling in to your room.
Anon: P...princess you're awake?!
>He gets to his feet and stands up straight
>You smile and giggle at his nervousness
>Chrysalis: Please come in...you know I don't like you referring to me as 'Princess'
>Anonymous quirks a brow in curiousity
>Regardless he leans out of the door to tell the guards what you said
>One of the guards calls him the 'Luckiest Alien in Equestria' before the two make their way back to wherever their quarters are.
>And with that he shuts the door
Anon: What's going on Celly is everything alright?
>You avert your gaze from him before trailing a hoof along the floor
>Chrysalis: You see...well...seeing as how tomorrow is Hearts and Hooves day...I figured I'd just go ahead and ask you two quick questions.
>Anonymous crosses his arms before looking at you quizzically
>Yeah you already know he knows where this is going
>Chrysalis: Would you...be my special somep0ny for tomorrow?
>Anonymous is still taken aback regardless
Anon: W...wha...but Celly, what about the others...won't this turn out bad for you?
>You look him dead in the eye
>Chrysalis: Anonymous, there are things in life I'd have loved to do...but I let those opportunities slip by...and I will not do the same with you...ever since the first day you took your job in the Canterlot Archives...well...I guess you could say I grew quite fond of you...and it's...developed since then.
>You hide your smirk when you see how red Anon's cheeks have become
Anon: Oh...well...uh...
>He's cute when he's all nervous
>Hmm...maybe you could steal him away from little Ms. Sunbutt...
>After all...you and he share a lot more in common than he knows...
>And...well...maybe you can convince him Changelings aren't as bad as he thinks..
>With you being Celestia you can start having your drones come in and apologize...and you can even have them work towards improving Canterlot.
>With some time...you can probably come up with a diplomatic solution...
>You could have one of the noble Changelings lie and say that you've been overthrown...all in favor of hoping to open diplomatic relations with the p0nies.
>Then Anon might have a change of heart...and...well...only one way to find out.
>The possibilities are endless...and with Anon's love for you, Luna's love for you, and with the love you obtained from Celestia...you'll become so powerful...
>You give Anonymous a warm smile before approaching him.
>Yes...everything has been put in to place.
>Chrysalis: Anonymous...
>You lean in
>Chrysalis: What is your answer?
Anon: My...my answer...is yes...if you're willing to handle the backlash from this...I'll gladly be your special somep0ny.
>You offer him a warm smile before closing the gap in between the two of you.
>He gasps when you press your lips to his
>Yes...you can hear his heart beating in his chest...this is the love you've been craving...
>You break the kiss a little bit sooner than you'd like
>You wanted to gauge Anonymous' reaction
>He gives you a warm smile before scratching behind your ears
>Oh my...that...that feels really good...
>You feel your hind hooves begin to twitch
>...Then he stops...why did he stop?
Anon: Well...I'm glad you brought me in here and told me all of this, but I'm pretty beat, I think I'm gonna go hit the sack. Night Celly.
>He wraps you up in a hug, now it's your turn to blush...he's so warm...
>When he let's go and turns to leave you trot over to him and block his exit.
>Chrysalis: Anonymous?
Anon: Yes Celly?
>Chrysalis: Um...you know...it gets a little lonely some nights...and I was wondering if you'd like to sleep with me tonight?
>Anonymous is speechless, you offer him a reassuring smile.
Anon: Well...since you put it that way how can I say no?
>And with that you get in to your bed and motion for Anon to join you
>Which he does, when he's under the covers you reach your hooves out and you pull him to you.
>He's just...so warm...you snuggle in to him.
>Then Anonymous turns himself so he's facing you rather than away. He drapes an arm over you and soon he's off to sleep.
>Ah, this is nice, if only you had him during the winter seasons back in the hives...
>Oh well, you've got him now...unless he finds out you're an impostor...

>A: Integrate the real you in to Anon's dreams via magic, subconsciously making him more attracted to Changelings.
>B: Do to him what you did to Shining, use your magic to slowly make him in to your love slave
>C: Use your charm and hope for the best
>D: Keep things as they are, maybe Celestia will remain in the caves for all eternity.

(A was chosen)

>As you listen to Anon's steady breathing you feel sleep about to overtake you.
>You smile to yourself as you hug Anon tighter, you decide to cast one last spell.
>You're going to project yourself in to Anon's dreams
>Sure he'll be confused, and maybe he'll be disgusted with himself
>But with the plans you have in store soon it won't matter
>He will be yours...a permanent love source...
>And with that your horn begins to glow his body starts to glow in turn.
>He scrunches his eyes for a moment before becoming relaxed.
>With the die cast you soon fall into a dreamless slumber...
>You wake to the morning sun casting its brilliant glow in to Cele...YOUR room.
>That...was one of the best sleeps you've ever had.
>Your bed can't compare to this one...
>As you start to stir you feel something poking in to you
>You look down and see...that Anon has morning wood.
>He's still sound asleep...
>A few devious thoughts cross your mind, but whether you want to act on them or not is still being disputed
>The two of you became each other's special somep0nies just a few hours ago...

>A: Wake Anon up and tell him he's...poking you
>B: Wake him up in a 'special' way
>C: Teleport out of his grip and let him sleep
>D: Lie there and go back to sleep

(B was chosen)

>You've decided to wake Anonymous up
>Chrysalis: Anonymous...
>You whisper with a gentle tone in to his ear
>Chrysalis: Waaaake up Anonymous...
>You start trailing a hoof down his chest
>He's not waking up.
>You start to nibble on his ear while trailing your hoof down to his stomach
>If he's not going to wake up he's going to miss out on something special...
>When your hoof starts to travel below the waist line his eyes open
>He yawns before rubbing his eyes
Anon: Morning Celly..
>When your hoof starts to run along the troubled area you cut him off in mid sentence
>Chrysalis: Mmm...morning...you kept poking me with this...did you have a nice dream?
>Anon's face flushes a bright red and seems to shoot out of bed.
Anon: Eh....hehheh....sorry about that Celly...all guys have this issue when they wake up.
>Chrysalis: I didn't mind.
>You wink before flashing him a sly grin
>Anonymous starts to stutter a little before being able to speak
Anon: Oh um....I..uh...yes I have to....uh...go do my job yes! My job...bye Celly.
>He turns to leave

>A: Use your magic on the door and lock it
>B: Let him go about his day
>C: Follow him out
>D: Go back to sleep

(C was chosen)

>You get out of bed and walk over to your door as he tries to leave.
>Chrysalis: Relax Anonymous I'm only teasing.
>You giggle innocently, Anonymous seems to relax a little.
>Chrysalis: And...speaking of your job that reminds me I'm going to be browsing through the Canterlot Archives so I'll accompany you.
Anon: Oh? What for?
>Chrysalis: I'd like a refresher on a few of the documents we have stored. There are some I haven't viewed in a while.
Anon: Alright, makes sense.
>Chrysalis: But before we go...
Anon: Oh boy...what is it Celly?
>Chrysalis: Take care of that first, your fellow assistants might find it a bit...unprofessional.
>You point to his crotch
Anon: Oh yeah...I'll...I'll take care of that... and I'll see you there. I'll need to stop by my room first...gotta grab a shower and change.
>You nod
>Chrysalis: Okay I'll meet you there then.
>And with that you give Anonymous a quick peck on the lips before allowing him to depart
>Today is going to be a good day.
>When Anonymous leaves you giggle to yourself
>You still can't believe you won!
>You sift through your containers and you come across your Princess Attire.
>You stand in the mirror as you adjourn yourself with your breastplate, your shoes, and finally...your crown...
>Ah it's good to be the Ruler....
>With everything set you make your way out of your room..to find a sleepy Luna approaching.
>She nearly collapses when she gets to you
>Luna: We....we...did it....
>You give her a warm smile
>Chrysalis: I see my dear sister...I'm so proud of you...here take my bed there's no need for you to walk all the way to your room. Get some much needed rest...
>Luna flashes you a tired grin before nodding
>As soon as she trots to your room and shuts the door you hear a low thump
>Yup she passed out
>Should you go in there and check?
>Nah she's a big girl she'll be fine.
>After that little back and forth you make your way to the Canterlot Archives located at the western end of the castle.
>Your guards, both Disguised Changeling and P0ny, bow as you pass.
>Yes...this is great! This disguise is working perfectly...
>Soon you approach a set of large double doors
>Well...here you are...
>Your guards open the door for you and you step inside to find
>A library the size of which you've never seen
>Shelves stacked as high as the eye can see...
>There are so many books it'd take at least a year to count them all...
>And their conditions vary form old and worn to new and un-used....
>You trot around the dozens of isles of book shelves wondering just where you'd like to start....
>What information would you like to gather first?


>A: Read documents that reveal what countries Equestria has allied with
>B: Read up on some spells and gain new knowledge
>C: Read up on a few maps and get a better understanding of the geography around the area
>D: Read old story books
>E: Read up on the names of those under your employ (Guards, soldiers, servants, messengers, etc.)

(E was chosen)

>You decide to head to the Employment Section of the Canterlot Archives
>That....that took a while to find...
>This place is a lot larger than you expected.
>You sift through various books until you find one that contains a list of names, personal information, and pictures of the staff here at the castle.
>Making sure nop0ny is around you pluck the book off of the shelves and trot over to a nearby table
>As soon as you sit down you hear the voice of none other than
Anon: Hey Princess.
>Anonymous...
>He takes a seat next to you
>You sigh audibly before shutting the book
>You hate being interrupted while reading
>Chrysalis: Hello Anonymous.
>Unfortunately he's able to read your tone easily.
Anon:Am I bothering you?

>A: Tell him yes and get back to your book
>B: Tell him no and get back to your book
>C: Ignore him and get back to reading
>D: Stop and talk to him

(B was chosen)

>Well damn this day's just starting off great isn't it?
>How're you going to take the love of someone you piss off?
>Chrysalis: No...no you're not bothering me Anonymous...I'm just stressed.
Anon: Hmm?
>Chrysalis: With the invasion and with the repairs plaguing my mind...I've forgotten quite a few things it seems...it's embarrassing.
Anon: What have you forgotten Princess?
>He at least seems concerned now rather than angry or annoyed
>Chrysalis: I've forgotten a few names...oh my what if I speak to a guardsp0ny and I forgot his name...he'd feel unimportant...or insulted...I won't stand for it Anonymous...
>His expression softens
Anon: Oh...well...sorry...and here I was getting angry. I'll...I'll uh leave you to it then. Are we still on for tonight?
>You smile
>Chrysalis: Of course...when does the play start again?
>Anonymous laughs
Anon: Celly your memory you've gotta do something about this. It starts at sundown.
>Chrysalis: Oh! Silly me...hehehehe...
>And with that Anonymous leaves you to read.
>And you do...for hours....
>Its now midday
>And you've managed to read up on the kitchen staff, cleaning staff, and personal guard.
>Two hundred names that you're forced to memorize.
>If you didn't have magic in order to improve upon your photographic memory you'd be absolutely screwed.
>Thankfully nop0ny was around to see you cast your spell.
>When you're going through the Recruit's section of the book you hear a plate being set down next to you.
>You turn to find...a plate of heart shaped cookies...two dozen in number.
>You look up to see Anonymous flashing you a warm grin before taking a seat next to you
Anon: You've been at it all morning Celly how about a break?

>A: Read documents that reveal what countries Equestria has allied with
>B: Read up on some spells and gain new knowledge
>C: Read up on a few maps and get a better understanding of the geography around the area
>D: Read old story books
>E: Eat the heart shaped cookies and talk with Anonymous.

(E was chosen)

>You give Anonymous a grin of your own
>Taking a break for some cookies and the guy whom you're stealing love from?
>You'd be crazy not to take this deal.
>And so you close your book and take a cookie in to your hooves
>Anonymous looks over your curiously as you take a bite
>Chrysalis: What?
Anon: I don't think I'll ever understand how you guys can hold things with hooves.
>You giggle before taking another bite
>Chrysalis: Anonymous its easy.
Anon: If its so easy than it should be easy to explain.
>Before you can use magic as an excuse Anonymous interupts you
Anon: And I swear if you say magic I'm flipping this table.
>Your jaw hangs slack as you try to come up with a logical response
>...Why are you able to hold things with your hooves?
Anon: Let me guess I should just go with it and not ask questions?
>Chrysalis: Yes.
Anon: Fair enough.
>And with that the two of you eat those heart shaped cookies in silence.
>You...you can't seem to hold back the enthusiasm you have for these cookies.
>Without realizing it you start shoving two at a time into your open maw
>Anonymous starts to laugh
>Chrysalis: Whum?
>Crumbs fly out of your mouth and on to the table.
>Anonymous is laughing harder.
>You angrily start to chew your food so you can swallow and speak with a clear tone.
>Chrysalis: What's so funny?
>He points to you
Anon: You! I didn't know you loved those cookies so much you got crumbs all over your face!
>You let out a *hmph* before turning your head away from him.
>You're hoping to hide the pink tint to your cheeks....god you acted out of character that's embarrasing.
Anon: Oh come on Celly I didn't mean anything by it.
>You cast a glance over him before *hmph*ing again and turning your head away.
Anon: Aww Celly don't be like that, I'm sorry.
>You open an eye when you see that Anonymous is holding a cookie right next to your face.
>You eye twitches, you must remain strong...do not fall in to temptation...

>A: Break down and eat the cookie out of his hand
>B: Ignore the cookie
>C: Employ sexy and eat the cookie
>D: Tell him to gtfo

(C was chosen)

>Chrysalis: Hmph...you like teasing me way too much.
>He moves the cookie to his palm and you set your muzzle along his fingers
>Then your tongue snakes out from your maw, wraps around the cookie, and eats it.
>You're able to keep a straight face the entire time while Anonymous struggles to keep from laughing.
Anon: So what from the way you were acting this morning I'm entitled to a little revenge.
>You smirk before looking at Anonymous' hand
>Chrysalis: Oh dear I missed a bit of cookie
Anon: Where I don't see....
>You cut him off in mid sentence when you wrap your mouth around two of his fingers
>You suck them lightly before triling your lips along the length of his fingers
>You let out a soft, sultry moan before releasing them from your maw.
>You wink, and his entire face turns a new shade of red
>One up Anon: Misson Accomplished
>Anonymous clears his throat nervously
>Chrysalis: What's wrong Anonymous, you seem...nervous.
Anon: Oh no it's nothing, nothing at all...
>You giggle before looking back over your book.
>You seem to have lost interest in reading a little bit
>While looking at your book you say
>Chrysalis: You know...nop0ny is around...
Anon: I know, your Archivist Staff usually get out an hour early. The staff on Graveyard Shift won't be here for another hour. I stayed behind cause I saw that well...you're still reading.
>Chrysalis: Interesting...
>You hear Anonymous's chair scratch along the ground as he pushes his chair out
>You swear you hear him say 'nope' under his breath

>A: Ask Anonymous to stay
>B: Make Anonymous stay
>C: Let him go and get back to reading
>D: Let him go and finish off the cookies he's left.

(A was chosen)

>To your dismay Anonymous has stood and is starting to walk away.
>Maybe you took it a bit too far
>After all Celestia acted like a nervous wreck when she talked to him
>Yet here you are acting like a mare in the middle of estrus
>Using your 'Celestial' hair you create a sort of tentacle out of a strand
>Said stand wraps around Anonymous' wrist
>Chrysalis: Please stay? I promise I'll stop the teasing.
>You flash him an innocent grin before fluttering your eyelashes
Anon:....fine. Just...contain yourself please?
>As he takes a seat you blurt out
>Chrysalis: It's been centuries can you blame me?
>Your jaw drops, did you just think out loud?
Anon: Seriously?
>Yeah you just said that out loud
>It's not your fault you have standards!
>But you're thinking about taking a hairless ape for yourself, so what standards?
>Well...it's either him or a drone...
>You sigh
>Chrysalis: Let's just pretend I said nothing.
Anon: Alrighty...oh shit
>Anonymous checks his pocket watch before cursing again
>Chrysalis: Hmm?
Anon: Celly our date's in an hour.

>A: Go and get ready for the date
>B: Sit here and read
>C: Tell him to cancel the date and hang out at the castle
>D: eat the rest of the cookies and go hunting for some more.

(A was chosen)

>Hmm, a date. Yeah you've been on one of those before...
>A century or so ago...
>Your mother wanted you to find a suitor
>After all how do you think you became queen in the first place?
>It's too bad your king liked having mistresses
>And it's too bad you found out about all...twelve...
>And too bad for HIM he ended up having his head mounted on a plaque in your bedroom.
>It's not your fault he wasn't up to par with you and your needs!
>Wait Chrysalis focus!
>Chrysalis: Oh! Oh my I completely forgot about the time. Let's uh...let's get ready.
>And with that Anonymous gets out of his chair and goes off to wherever he's going off to.
>Twenty minutes later...
>You're currently in your room
>And you have six servants dressing you so you're up to par with public standards
>One unfortunate p0ny tried to comb your ever flowing mane.
>The others dressed you in the attire...that you see Celestia wearing all the time
>So...why is it taking them so long to polish your shoes, crown, and chest plate?!
>This is the second time they're doing it
>And they already pre polished your outfit before putting it on you!
>You're starting to get dizzy from the smell
>And that's when the perfume comes in
>Oh God why...
>P0ny1: Why isn't the smell coming out?
>Chrysalis: What smell?
>P0ny2: I don't know! We need to get her in to a bath
>Chrysalis: Stop ignoring me! Wait...bath?
>The six unicorn p0nies use their magic to pull your outfit off of you
>Then you're levitated to your restroom where a warm bath is currently being drawn.
>These p0nies are crazy...
>You spit and sputter when the unicorns dunk you under the water
>You surface and cough up a bit of water, only to be assaulted with brushes and various scented soaps
>Chrysalis: Wh...why are you doing this?!
>P0ny3: We must have you keep up appearances Princess!
>Chrysalis: B...but oww bucking hell that hurts!
>There's a p0ny vigorously scrubbing your back
>P0ny4: Must get smell out of fur must be perfect!
>Chrysalis: Why are you doing this to me?!
>one of the unicorn holds your hoof in theirs and rubs it gently
>P0ny6: Shhh...shh sh sh sh....Princess...just relax and accept it...
>What?!
>Oh Celestia this is like rape!
>Except....okay that brush is starting to feel good know it found an itchy spot on your back
>You feel your hind hoof twitch under the water
>Okay maybe you were over-reacting just a little..
>Yeah...just relax...
>After another twenty minutes pass you're taken out of the water, magicaly dried, and re-dressed.
>Thankfully your staff feels that they've done a good enough job to not use perfume
>P0ny1: And with your crown it is done!
>Chrysalis: Oh thank goodness...
>P0ny1: Now you may go your chariot awaites
>You couldn't get out of your room fast enough
>You're in a full blown gallop
>Why does Celestia have such psychotic staff members?
>How could she stand them?
>If you had staff like this back at the hives you'd torch them for such brash actions
>But you're Celestia...and you have to act your part
>And with that you're scrambling around trying to find out where your chariot is since your servants didn't tell you
>With time running short you're left with a few questions
>Where is your chariot
>Where is Anonymous
>How long will this last?

>A: Go to Anonymous' Room to see if he's there
>B: Go to the Royal Canterlot Archives to see if Anonymous is there
>C: Go to the courtyard in the front of the castle to see if your chariot is there
>D: Go to the gardens to see if your chariot is there

(A was chosen)

>You shut your eyes for a moment and allow your horn to work it's magic.
>You Changelings are able to detect love via a spell your species has come to learn over the centuries.
>It's how you were able to see Celestia's outline yesterday
>When you focus upon Anonymous you're able to see his outline in a room near the western wing
>Unlike Celestia's which was a radiant white and gold, his has a cyan tint
>Anonymous is nervous...and from the way he keeps fiddling with whatever's on his wrists he's not doing a good job hiding it.
>With your destination in mind you trot off in his direction
>With only a few minutes left to spare you manage to reach his door
>You knock upon it to hear something falling...and breaking
Anon: I'll be out in a moment!
>You hear him step over a few objects, followed by the breaking of another, until finally he opens his door...and sees you
>Whatever nervousness he seems to be feeling dissipates
>He looks you over
Anon: Wow Celly...you look...radiant.
>You give him a deadpan stare
>Yeah...sun...radiant...funny.
>Chrysalis: You can still throw out jokes under pressure, amazing.
>You're sure he can hear the sarcasm dripping from your tone
>Anonymous shakes his head
Anon: I was giving you a compliment but sarcasm's fine too.
>And his little smile disappears
>Good job Chrysalis
>Keep this up and he's sure to shower you in that love you crave.
>Chrysalis: Oh...um...sorry...I'm just a little nervous...
>Anonymous sighs
Anon: Yeah I know, Hearts and Hooves day and your special somep0ny isn't well...a p0ny. I'd be nervous too. The populace still considers me a freak.
>Chrysalis: You know...if you don't want to go we don't have to.
>Anonymous chuckles
Anon: Should have suggested that back in the library, I'm already dressed.
>He opens the door and shows you the black tux he's had made to fit his body type.
>You have to admit even for an alien he looks damn good in that tux...
>His snapping fingers draws your attention
Anon: Okay you can stop raping me with your eyes we got an appearance to make don't we?
>Chrysalis: Are you sure you want to go?
Anon: Celly you should be worried more about what they think than I do. I personally don't care, I don't want to make you look bad.
>You narrow your eyes before smacking the back of his head with a hoof
Anon: Oww what was that for?!
>Chrysalis: Foal I'm the one who's worried about you. I don't care if they don't approve of us, what are they going to do? Complain? Whine? Be jealous?
Anon: Probably.
>Chrysalis: Then let em, revel in their jealousy.
>And there's that little smile again
Anon: I like the way you think
>A few minutes later
>You and Anonymous sit upon two very comfortalble chairs that have been bolted on to the chariot
>Canterlot has been redone overnight...
>There are plenty of Hearts and Hooves day decorations lining the streets, the buildings, the street lamps.
>As the two of you ride on in your chariot fireworks start flying in to the sky unleashing radiant explosions of color that fizzle out upon the darkening skies
>Luna was nice enough to lower the sun and raise the moon
>Hopefully she won't be as tired from this
>Apparently all of Canterlot turned the day in to a full blown festival
>As night quickly approaches street venders start lighting up small lanterns upon their stands
>Their lanterns are enchanted in order to fit the holiday
>Glowing red and pink hearts illuminate the darkening walls
>The p0nies part like waves when your chariot rides in the direction of the Canterlot Theatre
>Unfortunately when you wave to your subjects not so many cheer
>In fact, most of them are looking at you as if you're either insane...or if you're an idiot.
>Anonymous notices this, but he's not letting this affect him, he's just smiling and waving to the crowds.
>...You can hear their jeering from here...
>You can't let this affect you either.
>The two of you are still a ways off from the Theatre and the crowds are starting to cheer less and less when they see who you're riding with.
>At least the spotlights of the theatre appear to be getting closer
>Suddenly you hear a p0ny cry out
>???: What's our Princess doing with that creep?!
>???: Hey Monkey don't start flinging shit at our Princess!
>....fucking Canterlot P0nies.

>A: Use your magic to make the chairs in to a bench and drape a hoof over Anonymous see if they'll shut up
>B: Tell your subjects to fuck themselves
>C: Side with your subjects, knock Anonymous off of your chariot and give him to the crowds
>D: Kiss Anonymous and see if they'll shut it

(D was chosen with a little A)

>Oh...oh you want to tell these p0nies to go buck themselves...you should...
>But Celestia would never do such a thing, your cover would be blown...
>You glare angrily at the jeering p0nies before your horn begins to light up
>The p0nies gasp and start to back away
>Thankfully you know how to change the aura your horn gives off, as far as they know you're the real deal.
>A single spell is all it took to turn these two chairs in to a bench.
>You bring your hoof around Anonymous and slide him over to you
>Anonymous turns to look at you
Anon: Celly what are yo-
>You cut him off by bringing your lips to his in a quick kiss
>You shut your eyes when you start to hear the rapid snapping of cameras as they start snapping photos of the two of you
>The cheering has virtually stopped
>Though you can hear a few whistles going on in the crowd
>At least some p0nies out there support this
>Others seem to groan in disgust
>Whatever you're the Princess you can do what you want
>Though that whistling gives you that little incentive to go on
>You run your tongue along Anon's lips just waiting for him to part them so you can get a better taste...
>And that's when Anon breaks away from the kiss
>He looks away from you out of embarrasment
>Unfortunately the only place he can look is down in order to keep the flashing lights of the various cameras from blinding him.
>Looks like the newspapers will have quite the front page for whomever reads them.
>Satisfied with your actions you give the crowd a wide smile before waving with a free hoof
>Barely anyp0ny cheers and you just can't seem to find a fuck to give about that
>Finally the Theatre comes in to view
>Your personal guard helps keep the crowd at bay while you and Anonymous are escorted to your lush, private room above the seats of the other p0nies.
>There's even a cushion set up for the two of you so you can watch the play in comfort
>The two of you take a seat upon the single large red cushion and wait for the play to begin.
>Thankfully your guards leave you and Anon alone.
>While you wait your smile to yourself
>Your Changelings...are really good at what they do
>They managed to blend in perfectly...in fact...every single guardsp0ny that accompanied you is a changeling
>It's good to have competent minions

>A: Ask Anonymous if he enjoyed the ride here
>B: Sit in silence and wait for the play to begin
>C: See if Anonymous wants to repeat what the two of you did on the chariot
>D: Go and have your guards bring some food up to your private room

(D and A were chosen)

>Before the play begins you trot to the door and open it
>When one of your changelings turns to look you say
>Chrysalis: Get Anonymous and I something to eat, you know what I'll want and bring Anonymous a steak or something.
>The changeling guard salutes before walking off with the second guard in tow
>Sure that leaves your room without any guards but there's a lock..and there's you.
>And with that you shut and lock the door, they'll knock when they return
>You take a seat with Anonymous you give him a smile but he doesn't return it
Anon: You did a pretty bold thing out there Celly.
>Chrysalis: What you didn't enjoy it?
Anon: That's beside the point every newspaper in Canterlot...hell every newspaper in Equestria is going to have tonight on the headlines.
>Chrysalis: So?
>Anonymous doesn't say anything he sighs before turning back to look at the stage.
>Chrysalis: Do you want to know WHY I kissed you in front of all of them?
Anon: I would actually
>Chrysalis: I did it so they'd get it through their heads that you're here to stay. Maybe a public display of affection was all we needed.
Anon: What do you mean?
>Chrysalis: I've never done anything like that before, never really got the chance to. But now that everyone knows that I accept you, maybe they will in turn. I mean sure I gave you a home, and sure I saved your life...but as far as public meetings or far off visits were concerned you stayed inside...I never really gave the populace a chance to get to know you...and I think its about time I changed that.
Anon: So...what do you intend on doing?
>Chrysalis: First of all, if we're going to speed the process along I'll probably have to publicly announce that you're not to be barred from any establishment...and you're going to have to stop the drinking...well in public anyway behind castle doors is fine by me.
Anon: What?
>Chrysalis: You heard me Anonymous, we need to spruce up your image a little bit. I mean hey, being nice to everyp0ny is a great way to start, you've done that for a year, but you're probably coming off as a bit of a drunk...and p0nies talk.
Anon: So you know about the bar?
>You nod
>Chrysalis: I have my sources
Anon: Is that so?
>You nod again
Anon: Wow...you're good...you're really...really good.
>You smile
>Chrysalis: Thank you.
Anon: Don't mention it Crystal. No wait that's not your name is it? It's Chrysalis isn't it?
>Whatever happy feelings you had have been shattered
>You do your best to maintain composure
>You raise a brow in question
>Chrysalis: Anonymous, what are you talking about its me...
>Anonymous shakes his head before laughing
Anon: Do you think I'm a fool? You've made so many mistakes it's sad. You pulled off a pretty good Celestia I'll admit, but you're not perfect.

>A: Continue to act oblivious
>B: Admit to being who you are
>C: Attack Anonymous before he can do anything
>D: Sit and let him speak

(D and A were chosen)

>You adjust your seating and look down at Anonymous silently.
Anon: I'm sure you're wondering how I know that you're an imposter.
>You say nothing, in order to keep up some sort of guise you tilt your head in confusion.
Anon: Ah, still playing the part, very good. Anyway, your first mistake was when you were Crystal the recruit. You ate those heart shaped cookies like you were addicted.
>That's true...those cookies were delicious and made with...love.
>Your eyes widen and Anonymous' grin gets larger
Anon: Celestia figured out how to make edible items give off emotion, she made those cookies in case any changelings decided to try to hide in her guard for a chance at revenge. You were unfortunate enough to eat them like a pig. Those things are irresistable for love starved bugs.
>You drop any sense of acting oblivious, Anonymous knows...
Anon: Your second mistake was back at the bar. Acting like some Changeling Expert? Are you kidding me? It didn't help that you got drunk off of cider and you lost control of your teeth disguise. I saw the fangs.
>You're never drinking cider in public again...wait...so Anonymous really knew the whole time.
Anon: Next mistake was walking around at night. I'm a bit of an insomniac so I walk around to tire myself out. I saw you sneaking around, and I saw you dispatching night guards, so I ran and tried to rally up a few guards, unfortunately only two believed there would be a second Changeling Invasion so soon.
>Anonymous shifts towards you
Anon: So I had them warn Celestia of an impending invasion while I went to where I saw you last. I followed the trail of knocked out guards to see you change in to Celestia and I saw the changeling swarm...that's when I knew I had to get back to her room. So I ran back there and the three of us stood guard. What I didn't know was that they lied to me, they never woke Celly and warned her, they let her sleep...apparently there were changelings smart enough to steer clear of the cookies. I'm guessing there's a few drones that never reported back to you?
>You stay still and silent waiting for Anonymous to continue
Anon: I'll take that as a yes. Now, bear with me when you came out of the room as Celestia I believed you were her...until this morning when you molested me in bed.
>You gulp nervously
Anon: There's a reason why I went and showered, I felt filty...it took everything I had to make sure I didn't get angry. Another mistake was looking over who you have in your employ...Celestia knows the names of all her staff by heart. One more mistake I'll point out is the kiss on the way here, she'd have never done that she would have been too nervous.
>He stands at the end of his sentence
Anon: So now here we are, alone, in a locked room, with no guards to help you...

>A: Explain to Anonymous the position that he's in, maybe he'll reconsider any aggressive actions
>B: Fight and Kill Anonymous
>C: Use your magic and alter his mind like you did Shining
>D: Call out for help loud enough for the p0nies in the seats below to hear you

(A was chosen)

>When he gets in to an aggresive stance you lose it
>You start laughing, and you can't seem to stop.
>Anonymous doesn't seem to enjoy that one bit
Anon: Stop laughing insect!
>Chrysalis: B...b...but it's just so funny! The last time we fought I nearly killed you!
>You drop the guise, even going so far as to turn back in to your real form
>Chrysalis: And yet here you are standing up to me. Mind if I tell you why you won't succeed in beating me?
Anon: Go right ahead
>Chrysalis: First of all your only chance was back at the bar, back when I was a recruit, if you had showed the p0nies my fangs it'd of been over for me. Now, Anonymous you know there are changelings posing as guards. Tell me, aside from the ones you saw last night how many do you think are here? Why not tell me how many of them escorted us here?
>Anonymous growls before answering
Anon: A dozen.
>Chrysalis: Try all thirty. My Changelings are good at what they do Anonymous.
>Anonymous anger seems to vanish.
>You stand and approach him
>Chrysalis: Let's take my changelings out of the equation for a moment shall we? I've feasted upon the love in those cookies and the love given by Celestia AND Luna respectively. I've even fed off of your love. Let me tell you Shining's love cannot compare to Celestia's or Luna's, or...yours, I am much MUCH stronger than when I invaded the first time. Anonymous you've effectively allowed me to become more powerful than any alicorn to have existed. You're the fool here not me.
>Anonymous' eyes widen in fear as you approach
>You start to circle around him like a predator toying with its prey
>Chrysalis: Scary isn't it? Knowing that there's nothing you can do. What can you do? If you attack me I can kill you, take on Celestia's appearance, and say that you tried to kill me and that I defended myself. Those p0nies will believe me because you're an alien and I'm the bucking princess. Let's say I want you to suffer, I can simply call for help and say that you assaulted me. Say bye to any freedom you had and say hello to the dungeon or the Badlands if you're lucky enough to be exiled.
>Anonymous gulps nervously realizing that you in fact hold the cards
>Chrysalis: And don't even think about trying to convince Luna, since I've had her take on Celestia's job she's under the impression I'm helping her to fit in with society. She won't believe you.
>You stop in front of him
>Chrysalis: Face it, you've lost Anonymous.
Anon: No...the elements...Shining...Cadence...
>You scoff
>Chrysalis: I convinced those fools I was Cadence and Cadence was stupid enough to believe I was Shining, how do you think I trapped her in the caves in the first place? Took advantage of an opening...a simple walk alone in the gardens to clear one's thoughts about marriage can be quite relaxing no?
Anon: Cel...Celly will find a way...the guards you replaced will find a way.
>Your smile widens at the end of his sentence
>Chrysalis: Not likely since I've killed them. Took whatever love I could and used it against them. Your precious little Celly won't be coming back.
>The outline around Anonymous begins to gray...you've broken him...
Anon: You...you lie....
>You shake your head
>Chrysalis: It's the truth Anonymous, out of all the lies and truths I've spun for you...this is the one truth you must accept...though one question...if you knew I was a Changeling the entire time...why wait? You've proven to be quite brilliant you had me at the beginning...so why?
>Anonymous heads his head down in defeat before saying softly
Anon: Because of what you said about changelings...
>Chrysalis: Hmm?
Anon: Back in the bar...when you said your kind did what they did out of desperation...humans...we've done some pretty terrible things when we're desperate...but...everyone deserves a second chance...even you. I figured maybe if you got in good enough with the guard, did something heroic, and revealed yourself later...everyp0ny would be willing to let your changelings come back...maybe they'd be more open to the idea of having your kind stay in Equestria if they proved that there's more to you than just...evil. Celestia would have...she's like that...
>Now it's your turn to be stumped and surprised.
>Chrysalis: Now look at who's the liar? You told me you couldn't remember a thing from your world.
>Anonymous smiles before looking up to you
Anon: You're right, I am a liar. If I told the truth about humanity do you think the skiddish p0nies would let me walk around as I do? No they wouldn't. I was planning on telling Celestia the truth tonight...with having enough time to show her humans aren't all bad she'd have been fine with it...sure she'd have scolded me for keeping it a secret but still...now you've ruined that chance...and I'll have to live with this lie.
>Chrysalis: You've placed a lot of faith in a deceased Alicorn
Anon: And I placed a lot of faith in you being capable of doing anything other than being a selfish, evil creature. I've made two very stupid mistakes...

>You open your mouth to denounce Anon's insult
Anon: Go ahead and tell me I'm wrong. Tell me that you killed one of the only p0nies to accept me because it was the nice thing to do. Tell me you killed those guards and replaced them because you cared, bet you care about the colts and fillies that get to grow up and without their REAL mom or dad too. Tell me you're not evil or selfish. I. Fucking. Dare. You.
>Anon seems to have found his resolve.
>He's looking in to your eyes with such intense anger, but his emotions betray him.
>He's already given up, he knows he can't win.
>The only reason why he'd be trying to pick a fight now is because you'd kill him if he did.
>As you stand there and watch as he reaches in to his coat you can't help but feel...pity.
>It didn't help that his words pierced you like a knife...
>Getting rid of Celestia means you got rid of everything that he considers important...cause and effect.
>Because Celestia approved...her sister and staff approved. They had no choice.
>Without Celestia then there's no reason for the staff to continue taking care of him.
>But you...you're Celestia now, if he wasn't so damn smart the two of you could have lived on with him in blissful ignorance.
>You just gave the creature you take love from nothing to live for anymore...
>The blade of Anon's dagger shines in the room's light and for the entire time he wields it he doesn't take his eyes off of yours.
>He walks forward tightening his grip on his weapon as he does so.

>A: Kill Anonymous
>B: Disarm Anonymous

(B was chosen)


>Even though he attacked you, he doesn't deserve the fate you have planned.
>Were you in his position...you would do the same thing...
>Anonymous is quick, he ducks down in an attempt to break eye contact with you.
>He thrusts upward with his dagger in hopes of stabbing you through the bottom of your muzzle.
>Unfortunately for him your magic is quicker than his movements.
>Regardless you're cutting it close, you can feel the tip of his dagger pressing in to the bottom of your muzzle.
>You know he's drawn blood, but it's nothing major you'll be fine.
>With his hand and blade in your magical grip you decide...to show mercy.
>Chrysalis: Anonymous, drop your weapon.
Anon: Heh, and give up this chance...I can free the p0nies of your rule before it even begins.
>Chrysalis: Anonymous you have no idea just how many Changelings have made their way back in to Canterlot...or any other town in Equestria. Besides...think about it...you'll be ruining Equestria by killing me...
Anon: We'll have time before that happens, Luna will have ample time to replace you.
>Chrysalis: A p0ny that's still stuck 1000 years in the past? Please. That will take far too long, much longer than you think Anonymous. I'm the only one capable of running Equestria in Celestia's place, I run my own little kingdom so I know what that entails. Kill me and all of Equestria will suffer, you will still be a monster Anonymous... no matter what outcome...I'm the only one that can prove otherwise. Now please...I don't want to kill you...drop. your. weapon.
>Anonymous struggles in your grip for a few moments before shouting in frustration
>He finally let's go of his dagger.
>You let him out of your grip and he steps back, rubbing his now burned hand.
>He looks to you as you float the dagger in front of your face
>It melts in to a fine shining liquid within a few seconds.
>And then the liquid dissolves in to nothing
>You look from Anonymous, to the stage below
>It appears as though it's starting...
>You still want to at least try and enjoy your evening.
>Chrysalis: Now...we've come to watch a play...so sit with me.
>You sit back down on your cushion and turn your gaze to the stage.
>When the curtains open and the lights dim, you turn to see Anonymous glaring at you.
>Chrysalis: Please? I still wish to enjoy my evening.
>You pat the area of the cushion next to you and wait.
>Anon reluctantly takes a seat next to you and you smile
>Chrysalis: You're starting to accept it. Good.
>The two of you listen to the p0ny's narration of the play's introduction in silence
>Until a knock at the door comes
>Must be your guards with your food.

>A: Turn in to Celestia, open the door, and let your guards in to serve you
>B: Don't bother changing, open the door
>C: Order your guards inside
>D: Have Anonymous get the door

(A was chosen)


>Even though you know it'll be your Changelings you don't want to risk being seen.
>You change in to Celestia and head to the door.
>You open it to find a single guard p0ny with a tray of food on wheels prepared for both you and Anon.
>Chrysalis: Thank you subject
>"You're welcome my Queen, enjoy the play."
>And with that your guard wheels in your food, shuts the door, and goes to his post.
>Using your magic you wheel the tray over to Anonymous
>You take your seat next to him
>You levitate the two plates off of the tray and set them before you and him
>Chrysalis: Dinner is served!
>You flash Anonymous a smile
>Anonymous turns to look at you
>He says flatly
Anon: You forgot the fangs again Chrysalis.
>Your eyes widen and you yelp before covering your maw with your hooves.
>You run your tongue along your teeth to find...no fangs...
>You glare at Anonymous
Anon: Looks like I can still mess with you. Maybe this won't be so bad.
>Chrysalis: Are you being serious?
Anon: Fuck no I'm not being serious are you crazy? I hate you.
>Well isn't he just a mood killer?
>For obvious reasons...
>You sigh before levitating the food over to you.
>Various fruits and vegetables hover around your maw
>You grimace
>Gotta keep up appearances
>But...you'd rather feed off of emotion than this...this won't fill you up...and it'll taste..bitter.

>A: Eat anyway
>B: shuffle the food on to Anon's plate
>C: Set you food down and just watch the performance

(A and B were chosen)

>You take a few bites and chew your salad
>You're sure this was made for someone of Celestia's tastes
>But...it's not that satisfying...
>Anonymous hasn't touched his plate
>He's watching the play
>You glance at his plate, then to him, then to your plate
>You tilt the plate and start silently sliding your food on to his plate
>You're being so stealthy...he hasn't noticed a thing
>You smile to yourself until you eat a particularly...terrible tasting tomato
>You audibly gag before spitting out the tomato
>That catches Anon's attention
>He looks at his plate
Anon: Well that's nice, half eaten salad. I didn't want to eat anyway.
>Well there you go again Chrysalis....maybe it'd be better if you just watched the play and stay quiet.
>Which you do, the play...is scarily accurate to how things have turned out for you.
>A Unicorn acting as a prince is having to choose between two princesses.
>One loves him dearly while the other pretends to love him just for the opportunity to become queen.
>Of course the one who loves him is good, the other is evil.
>You narrow your eyes before resting your head on the cushion
>You're becoming quite bored, though you smile to yourself when the evil princess imprisons the good princess in the basement of some shack in a forest.
>This reminds you of some very important information you're keeping from Anonymous.

>A: Tell Anonymous Celestia is alive maybe he'll hate you less
>B: Keep him in the dark and let him continue to hate you

(A was chosen)

>Are you really going to...
>Yes, yes you are, perhaps it'll brighten his night
>Maybe it'll get him to hate you less...
>You need to prove to him that changelings aren't evil...if you don't you can kiss any hopes of love from him bye bye.
>You give yourself a moment of mental preparation before nudging Anonymous.
>He turns to you glaring
>What is it?
>This is torture...he's staring you down you can't break away from his gaze
>Just tell him already!
>Chrysalis: I may have...stretched the truth about Celestia?
>A moment of silence passes between the two of you
Anon: So what, she's not dead? Is she hurt or something? Did you leave her for dead?
>Chrysalis: She's had her magic blocked...and I put her in the crystal caves with the other guards p0nies. They're alive...all of them.
>The two of you maintain eye contact, Anonymous appears to be reading your eyes and body language.
>He looks away from you and back to the stage
>He sighs before speaking
Anon: You're telling the truth or you're a damn good liar.
>Chrysalis: Anonymous...I swear to you I'm telling the truth...I didn't kill them...in fact if they're persistent they'll dig themselves out of the area...eventually.
>More silence the play continues
>You watch as the prince and evil princess marry in a 'lavish' castle.
>Anonymous doesn't say a word until after the play's marriage ceremony ends
Anon: Okay...maybe I don't hate you as much as I thought...
>That's a start
>Chrysalis: Well...that's good to hear
>You flash him a hopeful grin when he turns to look at you
>He doesn't return it, though you notice the curiosity in his gaze
Anon: Back at the bar yesterday...when you were telling me about why you invaded the castle, was that true?
>You nod
>Chrysalis: Yes, yes it was. Every word.
Anon: Tell me how it ended up being so bad, if you feel like you're forced to do nothing but cause harm I'd like to know how it got to be that bad.
>You avert your eyes
>Chrysalis:That...that was a long time ago...before my time.
Anon: But you're the Queen. You have to know at least a little something about it.
>He's right...you know all about it through your mother...
>Anonymous seems serious, you could go on for ages as to why your changelings are how they are but you're sure to bore him
>Then again he seems interested in learning...

>A: Tell him a brief history of the Changeling Race
>B: Refuse to tell him anything
>C: Go the quick route and use your changeling magic to mind control Anon
>D: Ignore him and watch the play

(A was chosen)

>Chrysalis: Actually...I know quite a lot about it.
Anon: You do? Then tell me.
>Chrysalis: Are you sure...it'll take quite a while.
Anon: I find that this is a little more interesting to know about than some play.
>You feel heat rise to your cheeks
>This is the first creature outside your species that has shown an interest in knowing about you and your race.
>Chrysalis: You really want to know about us...about me?
>Anonymous answers with a deadpan glare
Anon: Don't get the wrong idea just interested in the history.
>You clear your throat, in order to properly educate this human you are going to tell him in the clearest voice you can possibly muster!
>Chrysalis: A long time ago...back when my Grandmother was the Queen we lived in peaceful co-existence with the other creatures of Equestria.
Anon: Sounds like a long time
>Chrysalis: For you more than me, it's been two-thousand years since my grandmother's rule.
>Anonymous seems shocked at the possible long lifespan of a changeling queen.
>Chrysalis: Anyway, as I was saying we were able to live peacefully with other creatures. We were even able to build our hives on the surface rather than underground. We'd offer other races whatever resources we had available and in turn they'd supply us with love...and themselves.
Anon: What do you mean...they supplied themselves?

>Chrysalis: There are two ways to make a changeling Anonymous. One is by birth through 'normal' means, the other...is to literally steal the love from a creature until it becomes nothing more than a husk. The husk's form will change in to...well..a changeling's.
>Anonymous seems horrified but he asked and you're not going to lie to him.
>Chrysalis: When it becomes a changeling it will either become a drone, soldier, or prince. The drone and soldier are the result of mind controlled love stealing while the prince comes about through true love between a creature and changeling.
Anon: Sound's a little cliche
>You nod
Anon: And it sounds very, very rare.
>Chrysalis: That it is, for every three queens there may be a single possible king. Normally the Queens rule alone. I had a king...
Anon: And what happened to him?
>Chrysalis: We...sort of...fell out of love...but that's a story for another day. Back to what we were discussing...we kept up that peaceful co-existence for many centuries...until the Dragons found us.
Anon: Dragons?
>You nod again
>Chrysalis: Back before Celestia killed their 'Royal' family, the dragons torched anything that they deemed unworthy of living...and love eating changelings became an unfortunate target of their wrath.
>At the end of that you sigh before dropping your disguise, you felt a bit weighed down from it.
>Now that you think about it, recalling your history always put you in to a bit of a depressing mood.
Anon: Wow...dragons really are assholes
>Chrysalis: That they are, but they aren't as bad now as they were back then...they burned down many of our hives, a lot of changelings were killed...my mother and grandmother were forced to watch as their homes were turned to ash.
>You lie down on the cushion and rest your head in your forehooves
>Chrysalis: We were forced to turn to abandoned mines, tunnels...anything that could house the steadily dwindling changeling population.
Anon: Didn't anyone help you?
>You shake your head sadly
>Chrysalis: Our allies abandoned us...too scared to help us lest the dragons torch them as well.
>Chrysalis: When we found the underground and tried to rebuild...anythign that remained of our old culture was gone...my grandmother became angry...she wanted revenge...so she and her royal guard returned to the surface world. She wanted blood.
Anon: I can't imagine you guys tangling with dragons
>Chrysalis: Love was a bountiful feast for us back then...we always had a steady supply...just think the love of one p0ny made me strong enough to beat Celestia...
>Anonymous nods
>Chrysalis: My grandmother and her guard found the dragon's kingdom...and a fight broke out. My grandmother and her guard fought their way through the front gates, they took the courtyard, they tangled with Prince Chrysophlax's Guard...it seemed like nothing could stop my grandmother...

Anon: Where did your grandmother...where did she and her changelings find all the love needed to do all of that?
>You smile when you recall the creatures that gave your grandmother the power to defeat
>Chrysalis: Mother told me that Grandmother had two sources. One was Omega Hive...the last hive to be burned to nothing...turns out some Ibexians gave the hive some prisoners sentenced to death....Grandmother took all of their love and added the husks to her royal army. Her second source was the Ibex Royal Family....the love taken from the prisoners, and the love from the Ibexians gave Grandmother her strength.
>Anonymous does nothing more than nod, he waits for you to continue.
>Chrysalis: So after the defeat of Chrysophlax and his guard Grandmother stormed in to the throne room alone...all that remained of her guard at 2,000 were three.
>Anonymous furrows his brow
Anon: But you made it seem like your changelings were so powerful...how were they wiped out like that?
>Chrysalis: The dragons of today are nothing compared to their brethren two thousand years ago. Any elder dragon will tell you the same. If I had the power my Grandmother had I could easily wipe out the dragons...anyway when Grandmother made it to the throne room she came face to face with King Glaurung himself...a fearsome dragon...with scales as black as death itself...She fought him head on using everything she had...her remaining guard joined the fight but it was useless. Glaurung was a very...very powerful enemy.
Anon: What happened?
>Chrysalis: After my grandmother blinded him and clipped one of his wings he became furious and in his anger he leveled his own castle and killed my grandmother...he swatted her away and stepped on her.
>Anonymous grimaces
>Chrysalis: When word finally got back to us about her failure my mother...she became distraught. She ordered the remaining changelings to retreat underground.
>Anonymous' frown seems to deepen
Anon: That...that really sucks...
>Chrysalis: Mother couldn't finish what grandmother started...and it infuriated her. She was forced to keep the changeling race going...when the Ibexians gave up on us she grew bitter....and that's when things started getting worse.
Anon: How?
>Chrysalis: Without love to feed us...we began to starve...changelings and husks alike started dying in the tunnels...they didn't know how to feed themselves without love. It was a plague Anonymous...and I was born in to that...I remember the time I spent as a little filly watching from our palace windows as they piled bodies upon each other...mother became desperate...she knew our old ways wouldn't work so she developed a spell...
Anon: The spell to disguise yourselves I assume?
>You nod
>Chrysalis: If the creatures of Equestria wouldn't give us their love we'd take it...anything to make sure we could survive and live on. She taught the spell to her guard who in turn trained the populace in using it effectively.
Anon: And then you guys started to blend in to society in order to steal love?
>You nod
>Chrysalis: It's as you said back in the bar Anonymous...no one can love an insect...when mother discovered the spell it had been nearly one thousand years....the races on the surface forgot about us...any history we had was erased...it was like we never existed...in a way it was perfect...we could blend in to any society and steal our much needed love...
Anon: Yet with the ability to change your form your race still wasn't able to stop the hunger for love?
>Chrysalis: Yes and no. Love couldn't get to every changeling...not everyone was successful...the pressure started getting to mother. She started projecting her anger and stress on to me from an early age in order to cope, always telling me what our world owed us. What the races of Equestria owed us, about how it's because of us Celestia was able to kill Glaurung and end the dragon's tyranny...and I believed her.
>Anonymous stands and leans against the wall in order to stretch his legs
>Chrysalis: As the years wore on...I grew to dislike the surface more and more...it was their fault we were like this...they didn't help us when they could, they left us for dead...they forgot about us...we starved, suffered, and died because of them and their cowardice!
>You angrily slam your hooves in to the cushion.
>Chrysalis: Mother was dying from the stress of keeping us fed and yet no one would help. Not the p0nies, not the buffalo, no one!
>You can feel tears start to fall
>Chrysalis: And one day mother died...I was still young and naive when I was forced to take her place...when the crown was mine I started plotting...and at first things were going well...but I made mistakes...changelings weren't getting as much love as before it was as if they forgot how to interact with other races...being underground for so long made the newer generations ignorant.
>Anonymous' expression softened
>Chrysalis: Changelings would bang on my doors and beg, they'd beg for me to help them...and the famine came back in full force...so I kept plotting and trying mother's methods but nothing was working! So...so I thought...we can't survive if all we do is steal...we have...we have to conquer if we want to survive.
Anon: And then came the invasion of Canterlot.
>You nod solemnly
>Chrysalis: Yes...and even there we failed...and my changelings still starve...but our invasion tactic almost worked...I got cocky...I made a mistake...and my race paid the price for it...never again...
>Anonymous takes a seat next to you after a little bit.
Anon: I have a question that's been in the back of my mind...if you guys weren't always able to change, why the name?
>Chrysalis: I don't know...mother never told me what we used to be called because it would be 'tarnishing the name' whenever she told me stories she always said 'our race' or 'us' I didn't really interact with any of the drones other than our staff...and they were forbidden to say anything about it. Trust me I asked....the name died with my grandmother's generation...and due to the Drone's and Soldier's life cycles any changeling alive during my grandmother's or mother's early rule are long dead...the only historical records we have our from me and my mother...the dragons burned the rest...and the damn name wasn't in her writings either.
>You scoff
>Chrysalis: I'm the Queen of Changelings and all I know about our history is from what my mother told me in stories.
>When you say it out loud that sounds kind of pathetic...and with that Anonymous' history lesson has come to an end
Anon: Your mother sounds like she was blinded by pride and her own stories.
>Chrysalis: Her pride drove us to forget who we used to be...and it was she who came up with the name after she made the spell...
>After that neither of you say a thing until the play enters its final act
Anon: Hey Chrysalis?
>You turn to him
>Chrysalis: Yes, what is it?
>He opens his mouth to speak but he stops himself, it's as if he's finding the right words.
Anon: Everything you've told me is true right?
>You nod
Anon: Then I can't...I can't say I hate you...at all...after everything you've been through and growing up as you did it's no surprise you turned out how you did.
>Chrysalis: Which is why I'm trying to change that...I...I can't use my mother as an excuse to behave like I've been...which is why...I planned on convincing the p0nies I'd been killed.
Anon: What?
>Chrysalis: While pretending to be Celestia, I was going to have a changeling come to Canterlot and convince the p0nies I was dead and that the hives were under new leadership...I'd accept their apology and we'd work towards a diplomatic solution to my hive's issues...it'd take a while...but with Celestia gone and with me in her place I could do it...I'd give up my role as Queen but in the end I'd save my race from possible extinction...and Equestria would slowly start to accept us again...our failed invasion opened my eyes...
>Again...more silence
>The play is starting to come to an end...
>When the actors start to bow to the crowd Anon speaks
Anon: If...if you change your plan up a little bit...I'll help you.
>Your eyes shoot open in surprise before looking over Anon.
>Chrysalis: Are...are you serious....?
>Anonymous nods
>Chrysalis: What did you have in mind...?
>As he whispers his plans in to your ear you start to smile...Anonymous' plan is a gamble...but if your changelings go along with it...and if Celestia is smart enough to get herself out of the crystal caves...it could work...
Anon: So what do you think?
>Chrysalis: I think you're insane.
Anon: Wha...but...
>Chrysalis: Let's do it.
Anon: You serious?
>Chrysalis: Yes, just allow me to remain the princess for as much time as is needed...and I'll go along with your plan.
>Anonymous nods
Anon: Since you'll be doing the majority of the work...what do you need me to do?
>The two of you stand, as you do you change back in to Celestia.
>When you do you lean in and whisper
>Chrysalis: Anonymous...I need you to love me...

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[Part 2]

>The two of you lock eyes for a moment
>The way he's looking over you is causing your heart to race
>Was it something you said? Is he having second thoughts?
>Is he going to try to expose you now that he knows your intentions?
>It's obvious Anonymous is taken aback by your request.
>Or its probably because you've gotten fairly close to him.
>Regardless he backs away from you and puts a good five feet in between you
>You can't help but feel a little hurt by his reaction
>"Was it something I said?"
"Yes, it was exactly what you said!"
>His sharp, loud tone causes you to flatten your ears.
"Now I can understand where you're coming from and that's fine, but you can't just expect me to love you. That's something that takes time."
>"Then why don't you just show your love for Celestia? After all... I'm posing as her."
>Anonymous shakes his head
"Sorry Queen but it doesn't work that way without some kind of magic, and I swear if you try to do to me what you did to Shining you're going to regret it."
>His tone is cold and threatening.
>How dare he act this way towards you!
>You're the Queen, he is insignificant, a mere worm compared to your grandeur!
>You will need his love, along with that of Luna's, and Celestia's subjects
>Whether he's looking to help you or not if manipulating him will speed things along then so be it.

>A: Use the same spell on Anonymous that you used on Shining Armor
>B: Be patient with Anonymous, this shaky alliance will take time to strengthen
>C: Kill Anonymous, convince the ponies he tried to kill you
>D: Flee from the theater

(B was chosen)

>You could feel your magic surging throughout your very being.
>But you never focuses it upon your horn in order to cast
>Logic and reason keeps you from doing so.
>You can't just keep getting angry over this.
>Your anger will cloud your judgment and will cause you to make rash decisions.
>You're not going to do to him what you did to Shining Armor.
>That won't end well for you at all. To make the same mistake twice... oh that'd be stupid.
>You feel your magic dissipate and you relax your posture.
>"You're right, and don't fret I won't do to you what I did to the Captain of the Guard."
>Anonymous smiles
"That's great to hear. Now-"
>A knock at the door interrupts Anonymous and calls for your attention
>"Princess Celestia, Anonymous, your escort is here to bring you back to your chariot."
>Anonymous whispers
"Let's pick this up back at the castle."
>You nod in response
>With that you and Anonymous walked out and met with your guard.
>The walk out of the theater and the ride back in to Canterlot Castle is fairly uneventful
>You and Anonymous actually spoke about the weather rather than the bits and pieces of play you two actually saw.
>When he mentions that you're going to have to give a review for the play in its entirety your freeze.
>Then Anonymous began to laugh. After that you socked him one good time in the shoulder.
>He shut up after that, he knew better than to say anything after such a cruel little prank.
>What does Celestia see in him?
>Well whatever she saw she probably had to dig deep.
>I mean what kind of guy opens a carriage door for you?
>And shoos away unwanted attention from your subjects?
>Or escorts you to your quarters?
>The nerve of this human.
>Okay now you're just being silly those are very nice things
>That he's only doing for you because you're pretending to be Celestia...
>He wouldn't have anything to do with you otherwise
>And when your goals are met it'll be like that again.
>Anon will have his Celestia and your famine will be at its end.
>The two of you will go your separate ways after that.
>It'd be best not to get used to this sort of attention
>After all he's nothing more than a love source.
>Whether he supports your cause or whether he seems to be a nice person is irrelevant.
>As you step through the threshold of your room, and when Anonymous closes to the door behind you, you're left alone.
>Now, what will you do?
>On one hand, you need that love source
>You already ruled out forcing him to love you in the sense of manipulation
>But maybe if you were the one to try to 'love' him maybe it'd work
>You've already listed off potential traits for attraction so why not?
>You could work with that, if you could pull it off he'd have genuine love for you
>Now that's power you could work with.
>Then you could just use it all up and be on you way after all is said and done.

>A: Try to get Anonymous to love you by pouring on the love
>B: Wait and see if Anonymous will come around
>C: Go back on your word and use your magic on Anonymous
>D: Don't bother with love, you'll be getting plenty from Luna and Celestia's Subjects.

(A was chosen)


>You smile to yourself as you kick off your shoes and approach your royal bed.
>If Anonymous won't come to you willingly...
>You'll just make him see just how charming you can be
>You're going to give him so much love he'll drown in it
>Then when he falls for you all that love will be yours
>And if the REAL Celestia tries anything you'll have Anon's love as a back up when Luna's is no longer available.
>You're under the assumption that Celestia will be quite violent if she manages to make it back to her castle.
>It pays to be prepared... you give Anonymous a week tops before he falls head over heels for you.
>In fact... why not put your little plan in to action now?
>After using your magic to remove your necklace and crown you trot back to your door and open it to find...
>The hallways are completely empty...save for two changelings disguised as Celestia guards
>They stand at each side of your doorway
>One of them looks up to you
>"My Queen, is something troubling you?"
>Chrysalis: Nothing at the moment. Where is Anonymous?
>"I believe he has retired to his quarters for the night. He mentioned something about being exhausted when he shut your door."
>Chrysalis: "Alright, thank you."
>"You're welcome my Queen. Is there anything else?"

>A: Have one of your guards bring Anonymous to you. You're royalty you shouldn't have to do anything
>B: Go to his room yourself, without anyp0ny around you might be able to turn on the charm without interruption
>C: Have your guards fetch you some of those heart shaped cookies
>D: Go to sleep

(Undecided, Chrysalis loses it)


>You stand there for a moment, unsure as to what you wish to do.
>On one hand you can have your guards fetch Anonymous for you
>On the other hand you could go there yourself and surprise him
>But your stomach craves heart shaped cookies....
>OH YOU THIS IS SO CONFUSING!
>Your face contorts in to an expression of worry
>Your pupils shrink and you start to sweat
>Why can't you make a decision?!
>It should be simple, just prioritize and go from there!
>But you did that and you can't decide!
>It's like those options are equal in your mind and you can't choose
>Your body begins to shake as you attempt to re rationalize each decision
>Your guards look upon you with worry
>"My Queen?"
>You shout without meaning to
>Chrysalis: WHAT?! I'M FINE!
>Your guards jump away from you out of fear
>Chrysalis: I don't know if I want you to bring Anon here, or if I should get him myself or if I should just go in my room and be fat and eat those delectable cookies!
>Your guards look to each other, then back to you
>One of the guards whispers to the other
>the guard nods and trots down one side of the hallway, disappearing from sight.
>The remaining guard says
>"My Queen please... calm down."
>You feel the muscles in your right eye twitch
>Your own drone just told you to keep calm
>Chrysalis: HOW CAN I KEEP CALM?!
>Your drone responds in a cool, confident tone
>" I sent Shifty to go and get you your heart shaped cookies and I'm going to go fetch Anonymous. Please, just go back in to your room and relax. I heard Princess Celestia has one of the greatest baths in all of Equestria. Maybe you should try it out?"
>You open your mouth to berate your drone for suggesting something so stupid when you realize
>This drone has pretty much just solved your issue without you losing your mind with indecision
>Chrysalis: Well... that solves... everything. Thank you Guard.
>Your guard bows
>"Anything for my Qeen and might I say you are not fat, you have a fine figure."
>Okay you're a little annoyed now
>"Thank you. Guard. Now go fetch my 'Special Somep0ny.'
>You wave a hoof dismissively and he takes off down the hallway
>With that taken care of you step back inside your bedroom, shut your door, and giggle excitedly.
>It's good to have minions who aren't completely worthless
>Well... no minion is worthless. Any of them could easily be used as a meat shield.
>But you digress, you're faced with yet another decision to make
>Oh goody...
>On one end you could have yourself a bath, you might even be able to have Anonymous join you
>You could also wait on your guards to bring you both Anon and the Cookies, the two of you could eat together
>Another thing you could do is that second option, but lie on your back and put the cookies on your belly and have Anon eat them off of you using only his mouth and tongue
>That's a good way to get love right...?
>Or when the the cookies and Anon get here you could just go to sleep with Anon and save the cookies for breakfast...
>There's a possibility he won't show up at all though and all you'll have is cookies
>And probably a little ice cream too...

>A:Take a bath, see if Anon will join you if he arrives
>B:Wait on Anon and the cookies and eat with him
>C:Employ charms and have Anon eat the cookies off of you when he arrives
>D:Go to sleep with Anon when he gets here
>E:If Anon doesn't show up get depressed. Then eat cookies and ice cream while acting like you're in denial

(B was chosen)

>You've decided to skip out on the bath.
>Besides, you've already had an unpleasant experience with a bath earlier
>Also you don't want to miss it when the cookies and Anon arrive
>Besides do you really wish to subjugate yourself to something like that again?
>Well... it might be relaxing for once considering... well... there won't be a bunch of ponies scrubbing you
>That wasn't a fun for you at all. In fact you might as well consider it a nightmare
>But you might miss the cookies and Anon
>But... maybe it wouldn't hurt? After all you could use a good soaking
>Baths like the ones in the castle are hard to come by where you come from
>Though the cookies... those delicious delictable treats... you just want to eat them as soon as they cross the threshold...
>Fine... you're going to wait and that's that!
>As you wait on your bed a knock upon your door causes you to freeze
>They couldn't have gotten Anon AND your precious cookies here already.
>They're good... but not that good.
>Luna: Sister... we wish to enter.
>Well what do you know? It's Luna
>And judging from her tone there's something serious she needs to discuss with Celestia
>You mean you... yeah discuss with you
>Since well.. you technically ARE Celestia... well as technical as a changeling can be when assuming the identity of another.
>Though one question comes to mind
>Do you really want to talk to her?
>Would your sister talk to her at this time of night?
>Wouldn't Celestia be asleep by now?
>Perhaps... well... maybe it'd be best if you answer the door.

>A:Ignore Luna and go take a bath
>B:Answer and talk to Luna
>C:Call out to Luna and tell her to leave you alone

(B was chosen)

>Bah, might as well talk to her. She probably won't go away if you ignore her anyway.
>You're sure to respond in Celestia's voice
>Chrysalis: just a second!
>As you trot to your door you're sure your Celestia disguise is... well... there.
>Last thing you need is to blow your cover after having settled in
>You open the door and greet Luna with a warm smile
>Luna smiles in return
>Luna: Greetings sister. I trust the play went well?
>You nod despite not knowing what the hell you were watching
>You were too busy educating Anonymous
>Luna: Good. As you can see I have taken care of the sun for you.
>Chrysalis: That's great! Thank you sister.
>Luna: Yeah when are you going to start doing that again?
>Your brain comes to a grinding halt
>Chrysalis: W... what?
>Luna: When are you going to start raising the sun and lowering it again?
>Okay Luna is no longer using old speak so she's probably being serious about this.
>You can't blow your cover! You can't let her know you can't raise it.
>Or... maybe if you sound convincing enough... maybe you can get around it.
>But... well... is Luna really that gullible?
>You sigh to yourself as you try to come up with a response.

>A:Convince Luna you're unable to raise it
>B:Tell her that you'll raise it tomorrow
>C:Damage control (Knock Luna out and have a changeling act as her)
>D:Freak the fuck out

(A was chosen)

>You almost want to strike Luna over the head and shout damage control
>But better judgement wins out
>You could probably come up with something on the fly
>After all you've been winging this Celestia thing pretty well
>Chrysalis: I... well... it's a little embarrassing to say...
>You turn away from Luna and she moves to enter your vision again
>She looks concerned for you
>Luna: What is it sister?
>Chrysalis: Well... I... you see I've been having problems with my magic...
>Luna: What do you mean by problems?
>Chrysalis: I... I sort of smacked my horn against the railing of my bed here... and ever since then my head erupts with pain every time I try to cast a spell.
>Luna's jaw drops with shock
>Luna: Oh my that sounds serious! Why didn't you ask for a medical practitioner?
>Chrysalis: Because if word gets out that I'm unable to cast any spells our enemies would take advantage of that... no one must know... so can I rely on you to continue to raise both the sun and moon for me?
>Luna seems a bit apprehensive. You're sure that casting those spells must take a lot out of Luna
>Fake tears begin to form in your eyes as you look at her
>Chrysalis: Please?
>Luna seems to try to say something but stops herself
>She sighs before looking upon you with pity
>Luna: I shall help you sister.
>The two of you embrace the only way ponies can
>Chrysalis: Thank you! I owe you Luna....
>You don't see Luna's smile
>Luna: I shall collect when your horn no longer hurts.
>And with that Luna takes her leave
>As you watch Luna trot away you find your guard and Anonymous walking towards your room
>Luna greets Anonymous as he passes and he does the same for her
>The delightful scent of cookies cause you to look down the other side of your hallway.
>Your second guard has your meal and is walking over
>Tonight's gonna be a good night.
>You walk back inside your room with a smile on your face.
>Now that your requests have been taken care of it's time to enjoy yourself
>The guards have Anonymous walk in with the tray of cookies
>They are courteous enough to shut the door for him when he enters.
>As he walks past you and over to your bed you can't help but cast your eyes upon him
>He's still wearing his clothing from earlier so any definition is covered by cloth
>Maybe you can charm the clothes off of him
>After all, none can resist your charms
>And if they can that's where your magic comes in
>But you won't need that with Anon here
>He takes a seat upon your bed and sets the cookies next to him
Anon: So what's up? Was gonna take a shower and go to bed but that plan's out the window.
>He doesn't seem as pleased about this as you were hoping

>A:Employ seduction. Physical bliss might help you gain his love
>B:Employ a practical approach. Anonymous isn't an idiot.
>C:Change your mind about making Anon love you. Small talk instead.
>D:Ignore Anon, eat the cookies, and go bathe

(B was chosen)

>You pout
>Chrysalis: Oh come on Anonymous. Spending time with your marefriend can't be that bad can it?
Anon: But you're not. Celestia is.
>Your pout becomes an angry glare
>You decide not to dignify that with a response
>Perhaps if you changed the subject or something things might work a bit better in your favor
>Chrysalis: Why do you always have to ruin the fun Anonymous
>He smirks before lying upon his back
>He puts his arms under his head and uses them as a cushion
Anon: That's just how I am. I guess you'll have to cope with the circumstances.
>Oh... you get it he's messing with you.
>You roll your eyes before joining him on the bed
>You levitate a cookie over to you and take a bite.
>Anonymous grabs a cookie for himself and takes a bite.
>The two of you spend a few minutes in silence, simply eating cookies and enjoying each others company
>Well... you were enjoying the company. You don't know about Anonymous
>You might as well strike up a conversation.
>Chrysalis: So...
Anon: Yeeeees?
>Chrysalis: Have you been able to recall anything... about where you came from?
>Anonymous takes a deep breath before exhaling
>More silence
>Chrysalis: Is what you told me a lie...? Back at the bar.
Anon: Yes and no.
>Chrysalis: hmmm?
Anon: The part about me falling from the sky is true... but I remember what I was... well who I was before I came here.
>Chrysalis: Oh? Then tell me?
Anon: Hmm?
>Chrysalis: Well you listened to me as I explained... well... everything I knew about my past and my race's past... so you should be able to do the same. It's not like I won't listen.
>Anonymous turns over so his back is to you
Anon: Well... I don't like talking about it.
>Chrysalis: And why not?
Anon: Because my past sucks.
>Chrysalis: So did mine but you don't see me acting like that.
Anon: Well... maybe I'm not as open as you are.
>You groan Anonymous is making this harder for you than you'd like
>Chrysalis: Come on, spill it.
Anon: I don't really want to talk about it. Can we please just drop it?

>A:Keep pestering him
>B:Change the subject
>C:Go take a bath
>D:Eat more cookies
>E:go for a midnight stroll

(A was chosen)

>Chrysalis: No we can't just drop it!
Anon: Why not?
>Chrysalis: Because I want to know
Anon: Why?
>Chrysalis: Because I wish to know more about you. Is that so bad?
Anon: Ugh!
>Chrysalis: Stop being such a filly!
Anon: I am not being a filly!
>He turns to you his eyes revealing annoyance
>You stand firm in your approach
>He's either going to tell you or he's going to be spending the entire night listening to you pester him
>Anonymous growls when he realizes leaving will not help
>You'll just follow him to his room and pester him there
Anon: Fine. You want to know? Here I'll tell you.
>You smile and lean in
>Finally he realized that telling you is much easier than being a prick.
>Anonymous sighs before sitting up
>He seems to be trying to find a way to start
>He finally starts to explain his past to you
Anon: I come from a world where everyone is out for themselves. Where war has left it a barren wasteland and where those that are left fend for themselves. There are a few of us... who have had to do... things to get by... unspeakable things.
>Chrysalis: And what did you do to survive?
Anon: Chrysalis... I was a slave overseer... and I doubled as a slave catcher.
>"Well you do what you must in order to survive."
"That doesn't absolve what I did."
>"What did you do?"
"A lot of things."
>"What kind of things?"
>He sighs before pinching the brim of his nose.
"You ask a lot of questions don't you?'
>He's obviously annoyed and you can't help but find joy in that.
>"Yes and I expect answers."
"Do you want me to give you a list?"
>"Yes, and do not spare me the details."
>He sighs deeply before staring off with his list
>Admittedly you thought that the majority of his time would be spent merely keeping the slaves in check
>But the more he goes on, the more your realized just how depraved he was in his old life
>Maybe asking about it wasn't such a good idea...
>Using something called narcotics on slaves
>Getting to see them lose their minds for mere entertainment
>Killing them while they're in their pens
>Torture, rape, blowing them up with bomb collars.
>He spent hours telling you about all the things he had to do in order to fit in
>About how a man named Mr. Jones was the worst of them all
>The one who ran things... he did things to those slaves that caused you to shudder with disgust
>Then he got to the part to how he ended up here in Equestria
>Apparently Karma is a cruel mistress on their world
>Anon tells you of a single man known as the Lone Wanderer came into the compound
>At first he seemed like he came in to buy some slaves
>What started as a single transaction ended in bloodshed.
>Nearly fifty slavers were blown to bits by this Wanderer
>Anon here was flung into the air by what he called a... "Nuka Cola Grenade."
>He was... beaten by a soda based explosive...
>What kind of ugly... dead world did he come from?

>A:Laugh your flank off
>B:Show concern/pity for what he had to go through
>C:You've heard enough, shove your LOVE cookies into his mouth
>D:When he's done change the subject

A was chosen

>Oh no it's happening... the thought of a soft drink blowing Anon to bits...
>Something a child would drink... it's too much
>It starts off slow... you giggle quietly while keeping one of your hooves in front of your mouth
>Anonymous stops his story and looks to you with confusion
>You start to giggle louder and louder... soon it's full blown laughter
>He glares at you while you fall onto your back
>Your sides can't handle it.
"You find something funny?"
>"Haahahahaha yes!"
"It was the soda bomb wasn't it?"
>You can only nod
"I figured. Eulogy said Nuka Cola would be the death of me..."
>You can't answer, your body won't allow it.
>Eventually you calm down enough to speak
>And Anonymous doesn't seem too happy with how you laughed at him
>In fact... that probably wasn't a good idea
>He was killed in an explosion and here you are laughing in his face about it
>When you stopped he picks up where he left off
"As far as how I got here... I don't know... I was supposed to die, but I guess this is my second chance. An opportunity to right a few wrongs."
>With that he gets to his feet and makes his way to your door.
>"Hey where are you going?"
"While you listened you still laughed about me fuckin dying."
>"Hey wait a min-"
"And I didn't laugh about how your god damn race ended up getting stuck underground."
>He doesn't give you the opportunity to retort he's already out the door.
"Fuck off."
>The door slams behind him. Good job Chrysalis, way to go on messing up yet again.
>With Anonymous angry at you... your cookies don't seem to taste as good.
>You end up gagging on the last bit of cookie you just tried to eat.
>Since the cookies seem to have lost their deliciousness you place the plate upon your nightstand before crawling into bed.
>The next morning comes quickly. You hardly got any sleep at all last night.
>You couldn't stop thinking about how you pissed Anon off.
>The love he has and the love Luna has is needed.
>If someone was to go against you, you need all the power you can get.
>Besides, Anon isn't that bad of a human.
>Sure he's made many mistakes and he's a bit of a sadistic prick from those stories he told
>But he's shown that he's not what he was back in that wasteland place he spoke of
>Maybe you'll apologize to him when you see him next
>Or perhaps it might be a good idea to just forget about that little moment
>You need to learn to stop being so... you sometimes.
>With a groan of protest you get out of your bed and don your princess wear
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>As you walk with a pair of your disguised guards you're given horrible news
>Today you're going to get a surprise visit from a Gryphon Diplomat
>You say surprise considering you weren't told about this until just now
>These creatures have a tendency of dropping in unannounced
>And boy does it annoy you to no end
>When you see Anonymous standing at attention next to the throne room door you feel some relief.
>He gives you and your guards a small nod before pointing to the door
>Apparently the Diplomat let himself in...
>Today is going to be a rough one...

>A:Talk to Anon about last night, see if an apology helps mend things
>B:Have him take the day off and relax, maybe a gift in that manner might put him in a good mood
>C:Ignore him and head inside the throne room
>D:Kill Anonymous, kill the gryphon diplomat, and have your changelings wreck havoc upon Canterlot

A was chosen

>"Listen Anon, about last night..." you start
>He holds his hand up to silence you
"It's fine, not mad. Just take care of the gryphon. Now HE'S mad."
>"W... what? What happened?"
"He's accusing ponies of a few recent raids on supply lines in their kingdom."
>"So... damage control?"
"I think he's expecting some sort of reparations for what happened."
>You can't help but laugh at this. Anon's serious expression cuts your laughter short.
>"You're serious."
>Anon nods before motioning to the door again. Yeah looks like you're on damage control duty.
>You make sure your posture is one of authority, one that commands respect.
>Then, your march your way into the throne room and see that there is a very angry looking gryphon staring you down.
>He's been talking to Luna apparently. She sits on the adjacent throne
>She looks over the gryphon's wing and wordlessly says "help me" to you.
>Luna looks afraid for her life at this moment.
>You could understand why, this gryphon is nearly twice the size of your average one
>But you will not waiver in light of this creature
>You silently make your way to your throne.
>When you pass by the gryphon his heavy breathing and growling starts to play with your nerves
>You're going to shut him up and send him on his way... yeah that's exactly what you're going to do.
>As you take a seat on your throne and open your mouth to speak the gryphon interrupts you
>"You have some nerve trotting in here like some pompous arrogant princess!"
>He's going to be your new best friend you can just feel it.
>How are you going to start this up?

>A:Listen to what the gryphon has to say then explain to him why his information is false
>B:insult him for insulting you
>C:have your guards throw him out
>D:sit there silently

A was chosen

>"There is no need for such brash behavior."
>Your comment only seems to get the gryphon angrier
>"Well if you could keep your subjects in line we wouldn't be having this meeting in the first place!"
>"So you're certain that my little ponies are causing you trouble?"
>"YES!"
>Spit flies from his mouth and bits of it dot your face.
>You move to wipe it away, unfortunately you're patience is wearing thin and it's only been about a minute.
>But you can't just vaporize him, if you do that's an act of war... just gotta play nice..
>"What proof do you have?"
>The gryphon produces a few photographs from within his coat pocket.
>"These." He holds them out to you
>The photo on top shows the ashen ruins of what appears to be a carriage in the snow
>Bits of meat and other assorted items lay scattered around
>A range of mountains can be seen in the background, as well as a few snow covered trees.
>"All I see is a smoldering wreckage and snow."
>"Take a look at the hoof prints around it."
>He shows you a second photo, a zoomed in image of the scene
>As you examine the second photo you see that there are in fact hoof prints
>They're imprinted in the meat and in the snow around the caravan.
>You look over your own hooves then beckon on of your guards over to you
>"Sir Gryphon. Please take a look at my guard's hooves."
>He does so, then turns back to you
>"That only helps validate my-"
>You cut him off by raising your hoof.
>"Take a look at the photo again, reaaaally look at those hoof prints."
>The Gryphon does so, the harder he stares at it the more his anger seems to diminish.
>After a few minutes he's left a sweating, stuttering mess of a diplomat
>"I... but..."
>"Those hooves in your photo aren't shaped like ours. The Ibex are probably your culprits."
>The gryphon looks away in embarrassment before pocketing the photos.
>"I was absolutely sure those were..."
>"It's an easy mistake to make. Don't worry about it, it's not as if you assaulted any of my subjects on the way here."
>Yeah, an easy mistake if you're an incompetent fool.
>"But... I... *ahem* I apologize for my behavior."
>"Good. Now please make your way out of my borders."
>The gryphon starts to back away and make his way out
>"Of course your majesty...
>That went better than you expected it would. It's good to know some gryphons listen to reason.
>Though, it was pretty obvious that ponies weren't behind it. He should have known that as well.
>If you didn't know any better you'd say they were looking for a reason to go to war with Equestria.
>Oh well, at least the crisis is-
>Your thoughts are interrupted when Anonymous comes flying through the doors like a rag doll.
>The doors themselves are blown off of their hinges, the gryphon is unfortunate enough to be knocked away by the doors.
>Anonymous lands at your throne and doesn't move you don't even know if he's breathing.
>Before you can examine him light seems to pour into the throne room, it blinds you momentarily.
>"Hello Chrysalis..."
>You squint through the light and see the silhuette of a very familiar pony
>A pony you hoped would have remained in the crystal caves for a little while longer...
>Celestia.
>Just when you thought your day couldn't get any worse...
>She just had to show up didn't she? You don't believe you're anywhere near ready for this.
>When the light fades you're able to see Celestia in all her glory
>Her fur is caked with dirt, her eyes are bloodshot from lack of sleep
>Her once beautiful wings are missing a large amount of feathers.
>Maybe if you get the love from Luna now maybe you could stop her
>Then the guards you got rid of start pouring into the throne room around her.
>"...Fuck."
>"Sister...?"
>Luna looks from you, then to the princess standing in the doorway.
>"Luna, get over here now."
>Luna knows better than to disobey her real sister, especially with that tone.
>She reluctantly gets off of her throne.

>A:try to convince Luna that you're her real sister
>B:tell Luna the truth and hope that the actions you've taken will at least convince her you're not all bad
>C:steal Luna's and Anon's love and attempt to fight Celestia
>D:Flee

A was chosen

>"Luna, wait." you plead before raising a hoof to stop her.
>"Do not touch my sister insect." Celestia's order was laced with malice
>The anger in her eyes... it scared you.
>At least during the wedding you had the advantage... here you're backed into a corner.
>Tread carefully Chrysalis... you start by getting rid of the guise you had.
>Time to show these ponies that you're not as bad as you made yourself out to be
>Well, you have quite a challenge in that department. After all the one you disposed of is in the throne room now.
>If you have any hopes of getting out of alive you will at least let Celestia hear what you've done since you've been gone.
>"Luna... before you go over there... remember that I was the one who gave you the responsibilities you earned... I trusted you. I knew you were capable of a lot more than what you sister would allow..."
>"Because you were incapable of raising and setting the sun... do not try to deny that was the only reason..."
>With that failed venture your hoof falls weakly to your side.
>Luna trots over to her sister and takes her place by Celestia's side.
>"At least I averted a war." you try to say
>"Which I could have just as easily prevented." Celestia retorts.
>"I've taken care of things since you've been away!" you shout, "I've made sure that things ran smoothly!"
>"What is your point?" The sun princess asks
>"If I were truly an enemy... wouldn't it make more sense for me to ruin everything you've built?"
>"You're a changeling, you're known for making things seem as normal as possible... then striking when we least expect it."
>"The Wedding is a great example of that... and just like Shining Armor you've filled Anonymous with your influence."
>"I did what I had to for my subjects! They starve in the tunnels! If we go above land without a disguise we're killed!"
>Your fear is soon replaced with anger. You've come so far just for it all to crumble away.
>It isn't fair... not for you or for them.
>"All while you stand there and do nothing! Your did nothing back then and look at the result..."
>Celestia will have none of that
>"You had your chance to come to a peaceful resolution with us, had you came to us without violence we would have listened."
>"Like I'll believe that... you didn't lift a hoof to help us fight the dragons... only to clean up our mess."
>"We were never allies."
>"You say that yet we fed off of many of your prisoners you sent to us by CHOICE."
>"Which was a mistake."
>You ignore her comment and continue.
>"In doing so we took care of your problems. You helped us and we helped you, I believe that makes us allies."
>You get to your hooves and trot a few feet in front of it.
>"But when push came to shove all you did was sit there and wait while we threw life after life away in hopes of helping our race. Like everyone else YOU betrayed US."
>Celestia's horn begins to glow and yours does so in turn.
>"I was well within reason to do what I did at the wedding."
>"And you believed you're justified in doing what you've done now?"
>"I do. At least then we could have worked something out. In the end our race would have the love it needs and your kingdom would run as it always had...
>Celestia looks to you with disbelief as you continue.
>"I even had intentions of giving you back your crown when you saw what I accomplished."
>Celestia scoffs before shaking her head.
>"Yeah I think I've heard enough out of you."
>Now it seems to be Anon's turn to give his input
>He groans as he slowly gets to his feet
>When he's standing he stumbles over to you and stands in front of you
>He tries to maintain his balance but judging by the way he's swaying that's not going to happen.
"She ain't lying Celly."
>Anon's shaking legs give way to his weight and he falls to his hands and knees
"Okay I can't act like a tough guy my everything hurts."
>"Anon... you're alright."
"Define 'alright' for me Celestia. It felt like I was launched out of a cannon..."
>You turn to look down at him.
>"At least you didn't fall from the sky a second time."
"Don't remind me..."
>"I did that because I thought you were going to attack me."
"I stood in front of the doors with my arms out..."
>"Because you're under her influence!"
"No, I'm not... neither me nor Luna were subjected to that."
>Celestia turns to Luna when she finally speaks.
>"Neither were we..."
>"See? I could have done that to both of them yet I didn't!"
>"That doesn't prove anything bug!"
>"Are you serious?! Okay, I'll admit it, I messed up, but you can't tell me that what they're saying doesn't matter."
>"The two of them thought you were me!"
"I knew from day one that she wasn't you..."
>"Then you're a traitor!"
"Damn it Celestia she's trying to-"
>"And you'll be dealt with as such..."
>She isn't going to listen to you... or Anon... or even her own sister...
>Your plan from the beginning... it was doomed to fail.
>Celestia's horn goes from glowing with a small amount of light... to a brilliant display
>It was if her horn held the power of the sun itself.
>"Last time we fought I held back... but at this point I do not care for collateral damage..."
"Celestia... please... don't do this..."
>"Anon, your words no longer hold any meaning to me. You joined her..."
>You can see the tears pooling within her eyes
>She really did like him didn't she?
>And it must hurt for her to feel forced into doing this...
>Wait...

>A:Pretend to be evil, use your magic to convince celestia anon is under your control so that he can be spared
>B:Accuse Celestia of being jealous
>C:Flee with Anonymous, he's no longer welcome here anyway
>D:Call in your changelings, use what little bit of love you can, and attempt to fight Celestia.

(A was chosen)

>You're really going to do this aren't you?
>You sigh to yourself before looking down to Anon
>There's still one good thing you can do you guess
>And that's doing what you've grown to be good at
>You make Anon's body begin to glow and a single strand of green smoke connects the two of you
>Turns out Anon did have some love for you... he wanted you to succeed.
>He wanted to see peace between you and Celestia
>It's too bad that isn't going to happen
>Celestia notices this little development and her glowing eyes widen in shock
>"Surprised? I knew you would be. I've gotten really good at controlling others."
>Anon looks up to you and shakes his head
"Chrysalis stop! You know what she'll do to you!"
>It hurts... but you ignore his comment.
>"See? A faithful slave. I can feel that he'd be willing to block whatever it is you throw at me... man I'm good."
>Celestia grits her teeth and her body begins to shake with rage
>"How dare you you insignificant-"
>You decide to drive the nail further into your metaphorical coffin
>"And I have to say... these humans have such... prowess. You might want to clean your sheets, they're filthy."
>It looks like Celestia is foaming at the mouth.
>"Oh by the way he called your name before he filled me up~"
>With that you use your magic to fling him out of the way
>Because... well... Celestia let loose a war cry before unleashing all her built up magic in a concentrated beam of light.
>That beam of light is heading right for you, hopefully the love you stole will be enough
>You use everything you have and return fire with your own spell
>Both yours and hers connect. You fight for dominance as does she.
>Your spell is slowly but surely being pushed your way...
>As your spell loses its strength Celestia's seems to grow even stronger...
>You can feel the heat radiating off of her spell as it draws near
>The moisture within your mouth has completely dried out
>Your body feels like it's burning... your eyes are starting to dry out.
>Your lips do in turn and they begin to crack. It's as if all of the moisture is being sucked from your body.
>"MY QUEEN!" shouts one of your disguised changelings
>That one, along with may others begin to pour into the throne room.
>Before Celestia's guards can take action your changelings latch onto Celestia and start to bite her
>She loses concentration for a moment... and you take advantage of it
>You cut through her spell and just like the wedding you strike her horn
>She and your changelings are launched over to a nearby wall
>Your guards pick themselves up and soon engage in combat with Celestia's ponies.
>Luna watches on in shock while you take action
>Using a few simple spells you incapacitate the guards under Celestia's banner
>Within a minute your guards are holding Luna hostage, each with a horn directed at an exposed part of her body
>You take this time to smile... with the help of your changelings you've won.
>Anonymous looks on in shock from his position on the ground
>"That's right, we won!" you shout with pride.
>You trot merrily over the the stunned Princess of the Sun and lean in.
>She looks to you with fear plain as day in her features
>"H.. how can this be... I thought I took care of them..."
>"I have a lot more in the castle then you thought didn't I? Should have taken your time before rushing back here."
>"You whorse...."
>"Sticks and stones Celestia, sticks and stones... now what shall I do with you...?"

>A: Paragon
>B: Renegade

(A was chosen)

>Your horn begins to glow and soon Celestia's body glows with the same hue.
>She gasps before frantically looking over herself. When she lifts off of the ground she gasps.
>You make your way over to the throne with Celestia in tow...
>"What are you doing?"
>"Oh you'll see soon enough."
>You unceremoniously plop Celestia down on her throne.
>Then you take her crown off of your head then place it upon hers.
>"W... what, but... I..."
>You clear your throat loudly, cutting her off.
>"Before I get into this, I'd like to apologize for the whole... making you think I rutted the human."
>"That was a lie...?"
>"Oh trust me I tried but he's a tough nut to crack... hehehe..."
>"Well... I uh... but what about all this?"
>You clear your throat before continuing.
>"Excuse me Princess Celestia but I require a few moments of your time."
>Celestia leans over to look at Luna. She answers with a shrug.
>"I... sure... what business do you bring before me today?"
>You motion to your changelings.
>"I come before you, asking for help. My changelings starve in our homes, the die whenever they try to leave in search of it."
>Celestia sits in silence
>"Even changelings within the womb die before they get a chance to experience life... it's a famine that's gripped my people for too long your majesty."
>Celestia can see where you're going with this, and that causes your smile to widen.
>"So... you wish for me to... help out your kingdom in any way possible?"
>You nod
>"What if I refuse?"
>You point to Celestia's horn.
>"Think you can take another attack like that?"
>Celestia gulps, she knows she's in a tight spot
>Silence settles over the throne room for a few moments before Celestia sighs in defeat
>"How do you suggest I help...?"
>"I'm so glad you asked that Celestia..."
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>You and she spent the next few hours discussing the terms of your peace treaty.
>Of course the Princess was reluctant to go along with it at first
>But when she realized that your changelings didn't mean any harm... she was more for it.
>Though her subjects weren't, they were disgusted... infuriated even that their ruler would allow your race into Canterlot
>It's a project that'll take months, years even... you have a lot to make up for
>But you and your Changelings are more than willing to make reparations...
>Hopefully the love you get in return will end the hunger that has cursed you for so long.
>It helps to have... allies that are willing to help you every step of the way
>You just wish your mother and grandmother could have seen this...
>They'd be so happy with you... and maybe you can help get things back to the way they were when your grandmother ruled.
>As you curl up in your guest bed at Canterlot Castle you start to think of all the possibilities that might come to pass
>That is until something starts nudging your side. You break away from your fantasies to find Anon sitting on your bed.
>He's looking much better... thankfully the only thing Celestia did to him was bruise a few things
"So, how does it feel? Ya know, to not have to worry anymore?"
>"Oh no I still have to worry... but thankfully it's no where near as bad as it was a month ago..."
"Well I'm glad I was able to help."
>He laughs nervously before scratching the back of his head
"Well... what little I did anyway."
>"You helped tremendously... you could have exposed me... none of this would have been possible if you didn't side with me."
>You lean over and give him a quick kiss
>His eyes widen and he puts a hand over his mouth.
>"So thank you for giving my race and I a chance."
"Y... you're welcome." he says, muffled by his hand.
>"Don't tell Celestia about that or she'll burn me to a crisp."
"Oh come on I don't think she'd do that..."
>The two of you sit in silence for a moment before bursting into fits of laughter
>When the two of you are able to talk again Anon strikes up first.
>He reaches down and brings forth a plate of those...
>Those delectable sweet bits of heaven called cookies...
"Want some?"
>"I'd LOVE some..."

>The End.