Celestia and Anon: Sunset (Final)

>The days turned into weeks
>And the weeks into months
>And the months into years
>Throughout those years, to stayed by Celestia's and Luna's side, being the stalwart and dependable advisor you had been groomed to become
>Your apperance became more and more sage like, your beard growing long and grey, your clothing becoming old and threadbare
>You always kept your hat with you, and refused to have it replaced
>It had to repaired and patched often, making it's apperance look somewhat comical
>But throughout the years of your service, you kept it, as a reminder of what you've been through
>And you've been through quite a lot

>Humans, it turns out, lived a bit longer than ponies
>This was something you had known ever since you got here, and it was something you thought you would be ready to deal with
>But death is something we never really prepare for, something we don't want to think about it
>The reality of it came to you when Rainbow Dash died
>She was still young when it happened, which made it the worst
>She had gotten into the Wonderbolts, and she had one last preformance to do
>A final Sonic Rainboom before her retirement
>It was her last act in this world
>Live fast and die hard, you supposed


>Pinkie Pie was next on the list
>All those baked goods had taken a toll on her insides, especially as she got older
>She still thought she could party hard as she was when she was younger, but her body couldn't handle it
>She became less and less animated, but still had that infectious happiness about her
>She was hospitialized after taking a nasty spill at one of her more wild parties
>She knew her time was up, and no one wanted to admit it
>The Cakes were a bit angry that she was going before them, and Carrot and Pound cake her crying a river, not wanting to see Auntie Pinkie go
>But she told them she had a good run, and wouldn't have it any other way
>She died peacefully, in the middle of the night
>There was a note by her hospital bed, saying that she wanted her funeral to be a party
>It was one of the best parties you went too
>But it still paled in comparison to Pinkie's 'Super Awesome 1st Aniversery Party!' she threw for you

>Applejack, in all her stubbornness, was still alive, but only just
>She would kick the bucket any day now
>It seemed to run in the family that the females of the Apple clan lived unnutally long
>Sweet Appleacres was still going strong, now under the reigns of Applebloom
>Rarity had found success in her fashion career, her styles now syndicated all across Canterlot and Manehatten
>Sweetie Belle got married to Snipes, and the two of them took the world by storm with their unorthodox styles and fashion sense
>Fluttershy disappeared one day into the Everfree Forest after releasing all of her animals and selling all of her possessions
>She was never seen again
>But they say that fillies lost in the Forest are guided by a kind, soft voice that seemed to come from the forest itsef
>Scootaloo told you about a strange tree she saw with pink leaves when she was flying over the Everfree
>You couldn't help but smile at that

>Twilight was a strange case
>Each death of her friends took her closer to insanity and depression
>She became suicidal, wanting to be with her friends again no matter what
>You told her that would be the exact opposite of what they wanted
>They would want you to live a happy, long life and find new friends, but not to forget about them
>You weren't sure if she took these words to heart, but you didn't hear much from Twilight
>She became reclusive and withdrawn from soceity, writing letters to Celestia, Shining Armor and her parents
>They were the only sort of friends they had left
>But soon time took it's course, and the latter two were struck down
>Twilight was desperate, knowing her time was coming as well
>Celestia had seen this coming, and offered immortality to her, charging her with protecting and distributing the Elements of Harmony to ponies who are deserving of them
>She accepted, and stands vigil in the Canterlot Tower
>She seemed to be but a shell of her former self, becoming cold and distant, not wanting to form relationships with anyone, lest she became pained by their inevitable demise
>She rarely left unless ordered too or if there was a special occassion
>Which was why she was in your hospital room right now

>You wereresting upon the hospital bed, your hat on your stomach, and Celestia's head on your chest
>Luna was looking out the window, and Twilight was there was well, showing little to no emotion
>You stroked Celestia's etheral mane, delighting in it's feeling
>You had been in the hospital for some time, on Celestia's orders when she saw your health deteriorating in your old age
>Your movements were slower and your vision and hearing was lessened
>You were thankful for some of the paraells in Pony medicine to human medicine, but that could only keep you sustained for so long
>It was becoming harder and harder to wake up each day, and Celestia could see it
>She would visit you every day, trying to keep your spirits up
>You insisted that you could still do something for her, fill out some paperwork or something, but she insisted you rested
>You hated being so useless, but it couldn't be helped
>Maybe she knew you were going to go soon, and she wanted your final days to be peaceful
>You've already done so much for them, as it is.


>You sigh, pondering something as you rest your hand on Celestia's head.
'It's been so long, hasn't it. . .'
>'Almost 100 years.' She said, quietly. 'Longer than any of my little ponies have been with me. . .'
'Heh. . .wish I could have made it 100 more. . .'
>'But the immortality spell won't work on you.' She said, completing your thoughts for you.
'Heh. . .humans have often said, 'Who wants to live forever?' I would, if I were to spend it. . .with you three.'
>You let out a sigh, as the room starts to fade from your vision
>Celestia's face is one of shock at first, but then one of sadness as tears well up in her eyes
'Hhhhh. . .it's getting dark. . .The sunset must be. . .coming early today.'
>The other two immortals look over at you, their expressions saddening.
'Sunsets. . .were always pretty. But I always. . .liked sunrises more.'
>You chuckle bitterly
'It seems funny. . .my sun. . . is setting as well. . .'
>You looked to Celestia, whipping a stray tear from her eye.
'Be strong, Celestia. You must. . .lead your people. You have done it without me. . .hhh. . .If you mess up, I'm going to claw my way. . .out of Tartarus to fix your mistakes.'
>She smiles, but you can tell she's heartbroken
>You close your eyes, and sigh.
'Keep me in your hearts. . .I'll be immortal if you always. . .remember me. . .'
>You draw your terminal breath, and darkness engulfs you


>Within the Canterlot Gardens, there was a statue
>It depicted a strange, hairless apelike creature who word long flowing robes and had a massive wizard like hat
>The brim of the hat was so large, it provided shade to the area around it, and was a favorite place of students to read and study
>On the base of the statue was a plaque, made out of shiny brass and it was guided ornately
>The words on the plaque read. . .
'In loving memory of Grand Adviser Anonymous AKA Big Hat
A creature with a sharp mind, a sliver tongue, and a heart of gold
A true friend, and a true ally to Equestira
1 ADR (After Discords Return) - 90 ADR
RIP