> The veiled truth at Twilight > by -Personwrites- > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > The truth comes out right? > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twilight's POV: "No,no, no," I said pacing back and forth it felt as if I had just been stabbed, I quickly glanced down at my chest sighing in relief as there was no knife poking out of my fur. I reread the letter again and again trying to come to grasps with the information. Dear, Twilight Sparkle Tis I your friend Princess Luna, we regret to inform you that because of an attack you are needed at the C.C.I.U headquarters right away. As head of the C.C.I.O. we would like for you to be joined by your companions "asap" as the kids say. We haven't seen thee in quite sometime it would be pleasant to "catch up" with you. I would also enjoy your help in deciphering these newer equestrian words. Also we were wondering if you would like to bet on thy friend's family's and other princesses reactions, We shall brief you more this evening in thy dreams. Sincerely, Your friend and boss Princess Luna. "T-twilight are you okay," a meek little dragon said with thick globs of tears running down his face. "Spike," I say sprinting to the baby dragon and hoisting him into my arms. His quiet sobs turned into full blown waterfalls " y-you s-cared me!" he hollered between heart-wrenching sobs and hiccups. "You wouldn't answer me and- and you just kept pacing," he said burying his wet scales further into my body. "i'm sorry I didn't realize you were calling for me," I say my own tears threatening to come lose "We have to go to Canterlot and we also need to round up the girls, I am so sorry that I worried you but I sort of spaced out... Okay?" I say as I lift his head up to look me in the eyes. He slightly nods, giving him a genuine smile. Just like that he was off, I gave a small chuckle as pangs of guilt and sorrow hit me like waves on the beach. "I'm so sorry you have to find out this way," I whisper angling my head down my bangs covering my eyes. I didn't get to wallow in my self pity for very long as a pink and rainbow blur tackled me to the ground. After a few minutes I shake my head as my ears ring. "Darling are you okay,?" Rarity said as she helped me up to my hooves. "Yeah, I'm okay. Girls we need to head to Canterlot," I say ushering towards the door. "Oh my, what does Princess Celestia need us to do?" Rarity said as she gracefully trotted toward the now open door. "No, no we are there to see Princess Luna," I say once everyone exits the library. "Hey uh Rainbow would you mind flying ahead and getting tickets," I say as Spike wiggles up my side to perch on my back. "This is going to be quite interesting" I think as I picture every possible scenario. "I'll be lucky to still be alive at the end of this" I thought as I hear the train whistle pierce the air. "Twi would ya mind explan'in why Princess Luna wants to us?" Applejack asked as all eyes turned to me, sweat beaded on my brow. "Oh well she said that there was a secret mission and she would brief us later. I'm going to catch some sleep I think I might have stayed up a little too late last night. Goodnight girls." I sighed I hate having to lie to them but its for the best, I say to myself trying to convince my brain. It didn't really work I had been dealing with it for about two and a half years. I twitch my wings trying to get comfortable on the bed. I eventually drifted off into the dreamscape awaiting the briefing. "Princess Luna!" I exclaim settling myself down underneath a tree in a lush meadow. I sit down further onto my haunches and rest my back beneath a great tree covered in book pages. "Hello Twilight Sparkle," Luna says in her usual neutral tone betraying the small smile gracing her face. I jump and flinch in response. "Sorry I guess I'm a little on edge tonight," I say as I rub the back of my neck. "Tis alright... back to my visit, we would mainly like to share the fact that we have quite a few new recruits and you are needed in the information department. There is a threat that must be subdued but we have a highly trained team in pursuit. As I was saying the information team located hundreds of new books and runes which is where you come in. As you are the new head of information! Huzzah!" she said jumping and floating high in the sky to emphasize the "Huzzah" I sat there mulling over the new information before it clicked "WHAT!" I shouted gripping my mane in my forehooves. Panic starts to settle in as my breaths hitch in my throat. I start to tremble my train of thought is jumbled. I find my paper bag fumbling it up to my muzzle breath....breath... and some more. Eventually my breathing evens out. "We are deeply sorry Twilight Sparkle, but we didn't think your reaction to change was this bad.. But alas twas not our decision but the board," she said gracefully landing next to me by the tree. " We must be going there are more dreams to visit and nightmares to defeat," she stated lighting her horn in a crystalline blue hue as a door appeared before her. "Goodbye Princess Luna I will see you in the morning and yes I packed the popcorn. I am extremely nervous but also a bit curious to see what chaos will endue," I state plainly as I giggle at her smile at the popcorn comment. With one last bright yet sly grin she vanished scouring the dream realm for nightmare. Before long I awaken to Celestia's bright golden sun beaming with orange rays from every angle. > Entering your fate > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twilight's POV: I wake up a weight still pressing on my heart. "Why did this have to be such a big secret... I hope the Canterlot Wedding fiasco doesn't happen again," I think my new appendages twitch slightly at the thought. "How would I even go about explaining Oh yeah sorry but I've been working for a top secret organization... Surprise!" I mentally face-hoof at that thought. I silently crawled out of bed and slink over to my luggage. Unlike other organizations according to my knowledge uniforms aren't required even in S.M.I.L.E. but they are for the C.C.I.O. but it's nothing crazy like in a top secret mission just your average suit and tie. I quickly grab my dress shirt, blazer, slacks, and my purple tie with my cutie mark engraved at the bottom. I rush toward one of the secluded cabins and make quick work of buttoning the shirt and blazer. I fiddle with my tie using my magic to quickly straighten the creases before straightening up everything else. I soon trot to the main passenger car seemingly just in time as the first whistle blows signaling we are nearing the station. I keep my pace whilst trying to maintain a seemingly graceful posture. I spot my friends heading toward the car door. I quicken my pace " Hi, girls," I say with a forced grin. "Oh darling we wondered where you had gone off to," Rarity said glancing at my outfit. I took my luggage and headed through the door the stares from my five friends and dragon were burning through my carefully crafted mask. I make no small talk skillfully dodging the uptight nobles as I swerve and maneuver glancing back a few times at my companions. Eventually I stop right before the castle gates. "Hey, Twi why did you practically sprint here," Spike said panting " also what's with the business suit?" "Oh um well..." I started but was cut off. "Huzzah! Twilight Sparkle!" Luna shouts a large smile plastered on her muzzle. I step towards her and whisper "I have never wanted to see you so much at one time" "It seems like we have saved thee once again," she says smirking. I wave one of my front hooves signalling my friends to follow behind. > Entering the fate part 2 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twilights POV: Princess Luna lead the way through the doors and into the throne room that I knew very well, and there she sat... one whom I loved dearly... the one who cared for me for many years. Her bright alabaster coat shimmering in the sunlight she had brought. "Celestia" this was the only thought present in my head. " This was the person who played with not only my fate but all of Equestria's... What is noble about that?" I thought bitterly as I gritted my teeth and bowed. Once the respectable amount of time had passed I stood back up and fixed my suit in one fluid movement. "Why, how unexpected Twilight how are you?" Celestia said her teeth glinted into her usual perfect smile. "I am well, I can only assume you are fine aswell." I say my tone holding a cold undertone, but I hide it quickly not wanting to draw attention to myself. " I am doing quite well, will you be staying? I would love to have tea with you later this week."she says raising off her throne, her crown blinds me for a mere moment. "She turned me into an "equal" by taking away everything that makes me a mortal. How is that fair?" These thoughts have been with me throughout the night and day filling me with anger. Shouldn't I get a choice? Or is it more of the destiny and good of Equestria, crap... I'm pulled from my anger and distasteful feelings by a cool armor clad hoof forcefully lifting my face. It is when I advert my eyes is when I come face to face with Celestia's neck. She shuffles and I am forced to stare into the light magenta eyes that seem to be searching through my very soul. I feel my control slipping, but I have to keep my ground I desperately tried keeping any and all emotions from my eyes. Whether this was a smart move or not even my brain couldn't figure it out. " I do believe Cadence will be arriving later today..." Celestia states continuing to stare through my very being before gently removing her gold clad hoof from under my chin. "Oh great another person who will ultimately know about my secret life...Great, just great" I internaly grumble. "Yes it truly has been quite a while since I last saw Cadence and Shining Aromor," I state as I reform the mask I had on before."You would think I'd be able to spot her tricks and games by now... but no, I should really read up more on the tactics those law ponies use In the court room. " I glance over at Luna and she makes a gesture with her eyes towards her throne and then up at the clock. I discreetly nod, as I make my way towards her. " Oh yes," I say stopping in my tracks I turn around and look at Celestia " My friends and I will be staying according to Luna's wishes. I would love to have tea with you. Well I must be off, farewell." I say clearly and confidently. I was told this is how a princess and operative is supposed to act. " If only this wasn't an illusion... me being confident in anything besides literature or math even would be quite absurd." I think striding confidently towards the large gold trimmed throne room doors. I hear the wispers amongst my friends "Not like they'll remain that after you're exposed. " The Voice deep in my head says, it seems like it's always been there telling me about all the negative outcomes and how horrible I am." Oh, hush now isn't the time for all the thousands of possible negativeout comes and thoughts." I reprimand not like it does much. Hey, you know I'm right. I'm always right...No matter what" "No you're annoying that's what you are. Also why do you have to be so pushy, and ominous. " I smirk to myself knowing that I have bested the thoughts running around in my head. I am surprisinglyclam for something this drastic and life altering...it's probably because I was focusing on something else and now I am going to need a paper bag." I think my eyes frantically moving around taking in every sight and sound. " Pardon me, Twilight but we think it is the time you should meet the newest member to the team." At the sound of Luna's voice I jump to what I can only assume is a height even Pinkie Pie would be astonished by based on the split second view of the castle's ceiling. " Of course, ma'am. If I may ask could I have a bit of knowledge about you're newest recruit?" I say blushing from embarrassment. " You already doubt thee Moon princess's judgement? We assumed better of you head informant Sparkle." Luna states a small smirk graces her pale blue muzzle. "W-what no! I didn't mean that at all I just- just wanted to know about the recruit if I am to be working with them, for the task ma'am." I flush even deeper in embarrassment using one forehoof to hide my face. "We knew what thy meant but tis so joyous to tease." She says looking ready to burst into a fit of laughter. "Well you're modern Equestrian is getting better." I say adjusting my suitjacket. " We suppose it tis, however we would like to know if we used 'member' correctly." " You did indeed according to all of the dictionaries and Equestrian language books I have read."I say as I walk toward the location of the C.C.I.O. Entirely unaware of the mission or challenge ahead.