Queen Celestia's Throne Room

[Enter Queen Celestia]

Entering inside of her throne room, it seemed the paper work she requested for the day seemed to already be in its usual spot by her chair. Strolling over to them with her glowing figure in the royal white stunning dress, her sparkling shoes stayed straight on the pink path to the chair. With the golden stitched dress just barely dragging onto the clean and shimmering royal floor, the Queen stepped with ease as she made her way there. Brightened by the rays of light illuminating the room through the stain glass windows, a smile widened on Celestia's face at her hard works beauty. Sitting down and placing the envelopes on her lap, it was time she begun her royal duties for the day. Turning to the other side of her and noticing her usual peppermint tea sitting by her side in a cooling off fashion, the Queen only felt more appreciated as the time went on. Knowing it was her normal routine to skip breakfast and come here for her tea and address the public one by one, her guards standing outside her doors had only comforted her thoughts on the drink being safe. Placing her somewhat cold hand on the steam enduced cup, a small hum escaped her lips at the wondrous feeling it brought her palm. It was toasty and warm as she brought it to her nostrils for a sniff, the hot air assaulting them with the smells of mint as the steam rose.

Loving every second of her peaceful and quiet morning, a small sip of her drink was taken before placing it down. Opening up her first letter of the day, it seemed the children's school was requesting her presence in a month. Warming up to the idea of seeing bright and gleeful faces of the youth, the kind and loving Queen of the sun had begun to write back her response. Checking off a yes and letting them know she would be more then honored to show up, Celestia was sure her other letters would not be so heart warming. Using her magic and quickly teleporting the letter to its sender, her pink orbs turned to the next one. Opening it up and sighing almost immediately, funding to the lower class of civilians was being asked almost on a daily basis. Deciding to open another that seemed to have the royal crest as a stamp, her eyes skimmed the wording as an interesting expression rose to her face. The soldiers needed new recruits, well this was going to be a problem. Hating to every draft any one, the Queen felt as if each and every subject she had was allowed to chose. Still, letting the public know that she needed soldiers willing to undergo training wouldn't be so awful. After all, she wasn't forcing anyone that didn't want to.

Wondering when she was going to retrieve her first visitor of the day, Queen Celestia continued to look over her paperwork. Signing this and stamping that, it seemed the world would never get enough of her. In the line of immortality, it would seem gaining friends was always harder then one could imagine. Taking another sip of her tea and continuing to await her subjects with their questions, a walk in the town among the commoners sounded splendid if the morning went swimmingly. Thinking of her pet bird and wondering if she should even allow him to accompany her, Philomena was like her own personal diary. Always listening to her stories of the day and complaints, the fire bird was absolutely the best choice for a pet. Wondering what kind of pets her subjects would have, it seemed today was going to be a warm and talkative day after all. 'Bring on the day, I am ready for whatever you have to throw at me.'

From the suns magical rays, the beams of light coming from the windows had only caused the Queen to sparkle further in the day's blissful light. Upon seeing her door open once again, Celestia offered a warm smile to the new face making its way down the isle towards her. Judging from his attire, the gentleman seemed low class yet highly intelligent as her subtle pink orbs observed his facial expressions with amusement. Throughout her morning, many had come more so to worship her then for problem solving, this had caused her to not give much thought on his reasoning for being here. Curious however as to her theories if she was indeed wrong, the Queen yearned to help at least one person that actually needed it today. Looking up to hearing him talk of a protest, her blank emotionless face grew more intrigued as a brow lifted in curiosity.

"Oh? My dear subject, please go on. I wish to help make all of my children happy."

Now this had the Queen thinking. From his wardrobe choices, he seemed like the type to ask for a raise or new employment opportunities, but something else about him had Celestia unsure on the whole situation. Still, wishing to make her subjects happy one at a time, she offered a new smile in wonder. Not leaving her eyes off of him for a minute, her intense focus had made it clear she was listening with a professional demeanor.

Queen Celestia had been silent through it all, her expression never changing from its blank slate as he continued on. Each word he spoke felt like a dagger to her chest, for she knew what her subjects were going through. It is true her palace can see the inches of the city others cannot, but what this commoner did not know was that the rise of free will greatly overpowered her own. To accomplish piece, war must always be brought forth first. If she was honest with herself, was she doing everything she could to help her citizens? With each available and capable soldier out in the ranks of battle, there weren't many left to defend the city against civil crimes. Still, guards rotated the lands around here, they helped keep the people safe, what he was suggesting meant they weren't doing their jobs. Unfortunately as a ruler, the Queen knew there would be times were she had to handle situations like this, and even take one for the team.

"My good subject, what is your name?"

Finally allowing her face to show care and concern, her body language stilled to the throne. Glinting at her guards around the room and noticing their weapons at the ready if things were to get out of hand, the Queen wished to use her words. For this was something Luna had never possessed, and that was the ability to win with out picking up a sword or throwing a fist. Celestia did not wait for him to answer his name however as her voice broke through the silence once again.

"The Solar Empire, a large and blooming location for citizens to enjoy their time how they see freely. Do you agree that everyone deserves their own free will? Did you also know that I have never agreed to being a god, but again, I am not denying it. For you see, I am just like you. I cry, I bleed, I feel, and throughout these past few centuries, I have learned that my subjects will not be swayed by my words of changing a status. Princess Luna had fallen from grace, despite my efforts to save her, I am afraid everyone has a breaking point. So I ask you, if you were the ruler, and armies were attacking your subjects, what would you do? Would you not fight back for the sake of freedom? The soldiers that represent us were volunteer, they wished to fight for everyone's freedom. I too am on the battlefield, every day I go and help prepare. I do not like it, I do not support this fighting, but I do support protecting my subjects. I will go through the flames and back if it meant saving one life, so tell me, am I really that monster in your book? Today I had signed a paper stating for more guards and volunteers to help protect this town and others in the Empire from the crimes within the cities. Even the volunteers will be payed for their services, and if they wish for a job, they only need ask. While I cannot speak for employers out there that mistreat their employees, I assure you, any reports written in are looked at thoroughly."

After her speech, the Queen had actually stood up. Walking towards him and stopping just before, the guards seemed to tense as their aim only seemed to grow more accurate. Meanwhile, standing tall in her white and gold dress, she wanted to make him see she was trying her best, but what she also wanted was his response. Making sure he had breathing room if needed, the Queen was not new to the politics of war and destruction. He wanted peace, like others, they were not wrong for wanting such things, and she could never punish them for acting on it.

"I enjoy your honesty, and I would never arrest you for speaking your mind. Tell me, would you wish to help me strive for my goal at peace? If I am clearly not doing a good job, maybe it is because I don't someone with your intelligence and bravery to show them the way. You have my word, I, Queen of the Solar Empire, am and will do all in my power to stop this endless battle for peace."

"You are hurt, I understand where your rage comes from. People these days only try to rely on miracles to get by instead of doing it themselves. I too fall victim to wishing my problems would be solved by someone higher up. Sadly life does not work that way. We must stand up to our mistakes, we must take on the hard ships of life and show them what it is we can do. So tell me Broletarian, what is it that you can do?"

The Queen of the Solar Empire spoke soft and warm as she turned towards the window. Stepping closer to it and breaking eye contact, it seemed as though she knew what his name was the whole time. Placing a hand on the stain glass window, her eyes stare out to the outside world. Her glance from person to person, the pink orbs only showing remorse for what her people were going through. She was doing everything she could to protect them, even going into battle herself. Things needed to end, and they needed to end soon. The air between the room remained silent for the moments she zoned out, her hand clenching at the side of her dress, she only wished he would carry her words with him through his struggles.

"The war will be ending soon if the sun itself needs to drop and the flames of terror rain down upon our enemies, Luna will be stopped."

Queen Celestia turns back around to face her visitor, her face was more serious and determined as she pulled out her sword. Where it had come from, no one knows as she lifted it high from its sheath. Watching the reflective light bounce from its metal to the floor, she offered a small smile. Placing it back in its sheath to show she was never defenseless, she looked back to him with a strength buried deeply inside of her. Her heart was on her sleeve and it was prominent she cared for her subjects, going far and beyond her duties to be sure they were living free.

"Guards, give Broletarian anything he desires to start a better life. I want a guard at his side at all times for protection, but he is not the enemy, he is our friend, and a speaker for the people. And we love our people."

The guards seemed to nod in unison, serving their Queen til the end of time as one in particular stepped up to bow to the man himself. With a fist over his chest, he was there to ensure the choice of the people would not be harmed out there in the real world. He spoke with honor and respect for the guy. "I am at your command sir."

(Totally my bad there. ^^ heh my apologies sir. It will be fixed.)

Smiling at the noble gentleman for his kindness, the Queen of the Solar Empire offered a simple nod to his request. While she understood his reasoning for not taking the money, he would still not be left for broke if she had anything to say about it. Pleased at the fine man her subjects had raised and a grand leader for their speech, she allowed a few moments of silence to pass between them. He would have his guard, and the title of speaking for the public, but over all, he would have his faith restored.

"As you wish, to the people. But Aibne, do not be afraid to come to me if you ever need advise or an open ear. I am always here for you and this Empire. You truly have a gift, and your noble actions will not be forgotten. I plan on making the wage rise for my hard workers out there so that they too can get paid well enough for their lives. Your generous offer will also be given to them right away."

Turning to a guard in particular, he seemed to be writing this all down before stopping and nodding to the new man as if to approve that what she said was the truth. Returning her gaze back to him, her smile never faltered in her words as she placed out her arms towards him. In showing that she trusted him with his words and actions, the Queen of the Solar Empire stepped forth to hug the visitor lightly.

"You are always welcome here. I admire your generosity and hope you write to me if you ever feel yourself in need."

((Forgive my slowness sir.))

'CRASH' The sound of glass shattering suddenly fills the room as an arrow soars through one of the many stain-glass windows that lined the throne-room. The arrow keeps going, undisturbed by the glass, until it smashes into a wall and flutters to the ground.

Around the arrow seems to be a black gem, or more accurately, a polished black crystal. Before any of the Celestial guard could go and pick it up, or clean up any of the glass, smoke bursts out from the Black Crystal.

[Enter King Sombra]

The black mist soon forms into a very tall, and very handsome man. This man wears light armor and the crown of a king. His light red cape flows behind him and his Alicorn-shaped belt-buckle glows with power. It was King Sombra himself, in person, unarmed.

He stood there, looking at Queen Celestia with a smirk and his arms crossed.

"Queen Celestia! Oh it has been far too long!" He calls out, extending his arms in a sign of friendship and strutting over towards her throne.

King Sombra gave a lazy shrug and emoted with his face that he was utterly nonplussed and bored. He strode over to the closest of her soldiers, simply to see how close he could get before the guard wets his armor.

"I suppose you've heard of this new Empire that has opened up on your doorstep." He says loudly, ensuring that Celestia would hear. Sombra keeps his arms crossed, however he stares deeply into the guards eyes.

"I can't remember the new Usurper's name -- I believe it started with an L... Hm..." He ponders aloud, obviously toying with her.