The Mystics History chapter 9

[Enter Three Kingdoms Theme Song]

Twilight Sparkle and her friends screamed wildly as they entered into the Book of Ages. As they landed on the ground, they came across the Ancient Land of Ma. They all entered it as they're ready to face it. They witnessed the land was in turmoil as Imperial Court argued with each other while civil war broke out between peasants, rebels, imperials, warriors, nobles, warlords, ministers and even the Emperor.

Stallion: Through the storm,
Through the darkness,
The once peaceful kingdom
Lost its Love and Harmony
Turn into grief despair

Virtue Dragon, Blade Dragoon and Warpath Temper prayed and bowed down before the altar as they make a vow of sworn brotherhood. They joined up with various brave and compassion warriors in journeying across the land to help troubled ponies.

Azure Phoenix stood on the Imperial Palace's entrance as he held his sword up high proudly as his Imperial Phoenix Army. His army cheered wildly and proudly. They all went from territory to territory for conquest and control of the land.

Claw Tiger smiled proudly as he led his Tiger Warriors to deal with rebels. As he was dying, Claw Tiger passed the sword to his eldest son, Brave Tiger. Brave Tiger led his warriors in reclaiming Wuhu River for his clan. As he died, he passed to Courage Tiger as the new Leader of Kingdom.

Stallion: The destiny is now yours
To change its course and fate.
Heaven and Earth chose you to fulfill its purpose

Virtue Dragon helped ponies as well as showing kindness and compassion. His warriors of Western Dragon Kingdom fought bravely and determinedly to defend the innocent.

Stallion: A hero with benevolent heart
Desires a land of virtue.

Azure Phoenix recruited more of warriors and strategists under his banner. He led the Imperial Phoenix Kingdom army across the land for conquest and world domination of empire.

Stallion: A hero with great ambition
Desired a land of power and talents

Courage Tiger was in great doubt and pain about his past. Nevertheless, he stood proudly on Water Tiger military naval ship, along with others. He was leading them to defend his home.

Stallion: A hero with courageous fangs
Desired a land of unity.

Three kingdoms marched into the battlefield as they all charged into it as they began battled with each other fiercely and firmly.

Stallion: Pray its Terror Ends,
Hope the Peace Returns

Twilight Sparkle and her friends witnessed the holographic form of history records about the heroes and villains from Qin Dynasty Era into the Three Kingdoms Era. They were amazed and shocked, but sometimes angered and upset while others - pained and despair.

Stallion & Chorus: Oh, Great Warriors of the Heaven
Save us from the Demon God's Hell
May you guide us to Paradise Land
Where no blood shall ever shed again

Azure Phoenix and Han Zero stood before Royal Sisters. Both sides held each other hooves for the moment before the princesses disappeared from sights, including Han Zero. Azure Phoenix slowly turned and faced his two biggest rivals - Virtue Dragon and Courage Tiger. Three Rulers held and crossed each other's their swords up proudly. It created the magical aura forms of Greenish Dragon, Bluish Phoenix and Crimson Tiger stood up and roared wildly as the mightiest warriors in Land of Ma!

Stallion & Chorus: Whenever we're in grave danger,
You braved to bring us home
Your deeds will not be Forgotten
Your Tale becomes Legend

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic - Mystic History
Written by JusSonic and Power Master

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Chapter 9: The Imperial Seal

"Having been defeated and driven off by the Coalition, Cruez and his army of Diamond Dogs vanished at the capital. The coalition managed to retake Ma Lou Yang, which had long served as the center of Qin Influence." Narrator narrated, "Claw Tiger and his Tiger Clan were the first group to enter the capital. Yet, what awaited them was a shock to all present.

After their greatest defeat at Mighty Tiger Gate, the Coalition have conquered and retaken the capital while Cruez and Diamond Dog vanished in thin air. At night time, Claw Tiger have arrived to inspect and check on the city as they found something unbearable pain to see.

"The once glorious capital lay in ruin..."

The Tiger Clan saw millions of innocent peasants and civilians crisped and burnt to death while Ma Lou Yang was in burnt and ruins. They were in shock and pain in seeing it. Twilight Sparkle and her friends were among the army.

Fluttershy hissed, "Oh my goodness..."

"This is terrible..." Rarity commented in shock.

Pinkie Pie groaned, "How could that jerk do this?!"

"I can't believe it..." Claw Tiger said in concern yet anger, "Find the survivors!"

As ordered has been given, the Tiger Clan scoured and secured the areas while searching for survivors. If they couldn't, they put and piled the bodies together as one, though they were in pain and despair in seeing dead bodies. It was painful for them to bear.

Brave Tiger snarled, "Look at this. That animal, we never should have let him go."

"Yeah," Aquastroke nodded, "I would have killed that monster! And too bad, he's gone. He killed himself to escape us."

"Unlikely," Courage Tiger said in uncertainty, "Cruez would never commit suicide. He could be using it as the cover."

"If he's not dead, then where could he be hiding?" Tigress asked in concern.

Courage Tiger hummed, "I don't know. I just hope we can find and end him before he could cause more damages to this land again."

"Yeah... The sooner the better," Brave Tiger said dryly.

While the Tiger Clan were collecting and piling bodies together before they incremented them, Claw Tiger was looking around while wondering and lamenting of what he and his allies could have done for the peasants and innocents especially stopping Cruez.

While looking around, Claw Tiger spotted something bright light on the well, which was shined by dawn's sunlight. He approached to it for inspection. Twilight Sparkle and her friends spotted him as they approached while hiding behind the crate.

Reaching the well, Claw Tiger looked at it as he found something inside the wooden bucket. As he picked it up, he gasped in shock of what he saw - a golden dragon-like statue on rectangle especially its bottom written in Chinese - 'By Mystic's Mandate: Long life and everlasting prosperity'.

"This is..." Claw Tiger asked in shock and concern, "A seal?"

"An animal at Ma?!" Pinkie Pie asked in confusion.

Fluttershy shook her head, "It can't be! There are no seals in Ma."

"It's not animal, it's an object," Twilight Sparkle said calmly, "It shows the symbol and declaration of imperial royalty. If I guess correctly, that's Qin's Imperial Seal!"

His children and officers came and approached Claw Tiger. He then showed the Imperial Seal to them. They gasped in shock and surprise. They all chatted in concern and uneasy about it.

"The one and only Imperial Seal? Really?" Courage Tiger asked in shock.

"That's incredible! It's like the Mystic themselves have chosen you!" Brave Tiger exclaimed excitedly as he took the Imperial Seal off while looking at it, "I mean it has to be! What are the odds of this happening?!"

Aquastroke giggled, "That will teach those losers of whom they're messing with."

Courage Tiger noticed Claw Tiger's uneasy looks, making him asked, "Father?"

"We're not gonna use it," Claw Tiger said sternly and strictly, surprised everyone. He continued, "And we're not gonna let anyone know about this."

"WHAT?!" Everyone asked in shock.

"You can't be serious!" Brave Tiger shouted in anger, "Father, you're strong and powerful than any warlords! And above all, everyone keeps on treating you and us low-level servants! I am sick of being mistreated! They need to know that we cannot be underestimated! We need to show them we won't back off or even afraid of any of them! I won't let them abuse us like slaves!"

"Enough!" Claw Tiger shouted in anger, shocking Brave Tiger. He sighed dryly, "Even if I do that, no warlords or peasants will ever listen to me. And no matter how powerful I am. I am considered either threat or traitor to the throne. This will put all of our family at risk. Do you want that happening?"

Brave Tiger was stunned and shocked of what he has heard. He hissed in anger while clenching his hoof. He turned and looked away.

"Papa, don't," Aquastroke pleaded, "Brave Tiger wants what's best for us. And besides, he has the point about us being mistreated. I'm sick of it too."

"Aqua!" Courage Tiger said sternly.

"I know, Aqua. But family comes first, not glory." Claw Tiger said firmly, "That is the most important principal to the clan. We would never fight for the glory."

"So, what is next?" Tigress asked.

Claw Tiger sighed, "We must go now. Don't let anyone know about our discovery. It will let us into troubles."

Twilight Sparkle and her friends overheard the conversation. They were all surprised and shocked as they all commented and chatted about Imperial Seal especially Rarity loved it.

"Think we can eat it?" Phobos asked amusingly, making Nyx whacked his head, "Ow!"

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"You what?!"

At Coalition Main Camp, Azure Phoenix was in shock yet angered by Noble Guild's order while other warlords remained calm and silent especially Virtue Dragon was annoyed and angered by it while Claw Tiger, who was still hiding Imperial Seal.

"Yes. We did defeat Cruez and save the Qin. All done," Noble Guild said proudly, "And best of all, he's dead."

Azure Phoenix huffed, "Are you really foolish and guillable?!"

"WHAT?! What did you call me?!"

"You heard me clearly. I appoint you is not because of your nobility but your ability. But now I see what you are - nothing but foolish and egotistical figurehead to the alliance because he was too stupid to listen to my plans and is the one, who let Cruez to come back in the first place!"

Noble Guild screeched in anger, "How dare you?! It was my leadership that led us to victory!"

"It was mine, Claw Tiger's and Virtue Dragon's army have gain victory while all of you cowering in fear," Azure Phoenix said firmly, "Especially you, old friend, you're nothing but a chicken. You're not even a real mighty griffon. Shame on your ancestors!"

"Be silent!" Noble Guild exclaimed in anger. He groaned, "You want to see my power? I shall show you by finding and proving the evidence that Cruez is already dead."

"Don't waste your breathe. I have no interest of pursuing the dead mutt when it's already dead," Azure Phoenix said dryly and firmly, "I'm going home."

"And so am I," Mayor Knight said firmly, "And to think I thought we'd make a difference here, but wasted our effort for nothing."

Virtue Dragon nodded, "I agreed. We were supposed to save this country but now I see that all of you didn't do it for them but power and control. Don't call us again."

"I too will leave as well," Claw Tiger said dryly, "After the stunt Greed Broke, despite the enemies are behind of watching our moves, I can't trust you all again. My soldiers died because of him. Don't bother me again."

"Are you certain because of me and the soldiers? Or is Imperial Seal?" Greed Broke asked amusingly. Everyone looked at Claw Tiger. He continued, "A spy informed me of your activity. Care to tell us?"

Noble Guild nodded, "Yes, I want answers as well. If you don't, I will-!"

"Execute me?!" Claw Tiger demanded in anger like a tiger, shaking the whole camp. He continued, "Be careful of what you said, Noble Guild. I am a tiger that is not to be underestimated."

"And what makes you think I do that?"

"Because if I had an Imperial Seal, I would have killed you all and make myself an Emperor than doing nothing! But I don't!"

"I only demanding the truth, Claw Tiger."

"And the truth is that my son was right! I am really sick of my family being treated as low-level servants after what we have done. And so, I will make this personal warning. Don't challenge or threaten us again. And soon, you'll get the bite. Good day!"

Azure Phoenix, Claw Tiger, Virtue Dragon and Mayor Knight left the main camp at once. Twilight Sparkle and her friends were in shock and surprise as they quickly followed their friends now.

Noble Guild groaned, "Pitiful. What a waste of the potential warriors especially this alliance."

Greed Broke sighed and shrugged, "Since Cruez is not a problem anymore, we can do what we want."

"Yes, we are. The alliance is through now. But if you ever..."

"I won't, brother. I won't. Just leave me alone in peace."

Noble Guild nodded, "Good to hear..."

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At the small hut, three warlords were having some drinks while looking at each other. They all wondered one thing - are they gonna be friends or foes?

Azure Phoenix hummed, "Don't mind me. Is it true that you have the Imperial Seal?"

"If I had?" Claw Tiger asked dryly.

"Don't misunderstand me. I have no interest of a mere rock," Azure Phoenix said calmly, "But I will warn you this - beware of your enemies especially if it's our own allies. They will do whatever it takes to get it for their lust and desires."

Tiger Clan were annoyed and angered, Claw Tiger chuckled a bit, "My. I didn't know you care about me."

"I don't. I have my respect for you. Take care of your home and the seal," Azure Phoenix said calmly, "What about you, Virtue?"

"To protect this land, I'm going with Mayor Knight home and protect his first before helping others." Virtue Dragon said calmly. He sighed, "I cannot believe that all warlords and heroes come together as one to save the Qin and bring peace. But instead, they turn their backs on it..."

"They're not heroes. Only three of us," Azure Phoenix said calmly and firmly, "These warlord desired nothing but power and control especially killing each other to get it. And thus, this lead to more chaos and destruction."

Claw Tiger nodded, "Yes. Things will get ugly if this continues."

"Not unless three of us do something," Azure Phoenix said calmly, "And I intend to restore the land by means of necessary. I am willing to pay that cost for this land." He bowed humbly, "I wish you all luck to do what you have to do for your land."

"As do you," Virtue Dragon and Claw Tiger bowed humbly.

Three Warlords stood up and left the hut. Virtue Dragon and his sworn brothers headed to the north. Tiger Clan headed back to Wuhu River. Azure Phoenix and his army headed to the central province. Twilight Sparkle and her friends eavesdropping on the event as they all looked worry and uneasy about it.

"Do you think that they'll be friends?" Spike asked in concern.

Twilight Sparkle sighed, "I hope so. I really hope so. Because this is the beginning..."

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The Coalition has been disbanded. They all split up and returned home for conquest. Noble Guild was the last one to return to his Griffon North now. He was angered and bitter that he couldn't get the Imperial Seal.

"Curse that Claw Tiger! I know he still has that Imperial Seal! I must reclaim it as my own! But how?!" Noble Guild hisses as he hummed in thought. "Knowing that Tiger Clan, they won't back down easily unless they get a surprise attack."

"Perhaps, I can be the assistance." A voice spoke from out of nowhere, surprising Noble Guile.

"Huh?! Who said that?!" Noble Guild demands as he looked around of his surroundings. He turned to front and found a brown unicorn with white long mane and tail dressed in Taoist Robe-like. "Who are you?!"

"I am Unalaq. I am the Servant to Mystic Ponies."

"Really? What makes you think I'd trust."

"You don't. Either you want his death or not. That is up to you." Unalaq said wicked to the pony, making Noble Guild concern. Should he trust him or not?

"Hmm... Good point." Noble Guild sighs as he nodded. What does he got left to lose? "Make him pay for deceiving me! I know he has the Imperial Seal! Make them suffer for this!"

"As you wish..."

And just before Noble Guild could ask, the mysterious Taoist disappeared from his sights.

Noble Guild hummed, "What the hell was that?"

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"With the Coalition disbanded, warlords have returned to their homeland while preparing for conquest. Claw Tiger led his Tiger Clan in returning home to protect the Imperial Seal, hoping that Qin Emperor returns and regained his throne. However, cruel fates await the Tiger Clan..."

Claw Tiger and his Tiger Clan were travelling back home by some of naval fleets through a long river across the large canyon-like. Claw Tiger was on the bridge while looking at the sky.

Brave Tiger arrived at the scene as he felt some guilty about the conversation he has from few days ago at Ma Lou Yang. He then firmly and calmly marched towards his father. The rest of his friends were behind of him.

"Bather, can I talk with you for a sec?" Brave Tiger ask his father seriously.

"Of course, Brave. So, what is it?" Claw Tiger ask, curious to know what's on his son's mind.

Brave Tiger sighed, "Father, I just want to say I'm sorry."

"Huh? For what, son?"

"About the argument. I shouldn't have argue with you about getting more glory. And you were right. I should have think about family."

"Son..." Claw Tiger sighed, then smiles. "I'm glad that you know your mistake. And I won't say you're wrong about us getting mistreatment."

"Really?" Brave Tiger ask his father in surprise.

"Yes. But there's difference between standing up for family and getting glory. And what you did before..."

Brave Tiger sighed, "I know. I want the glory badly. It was wrong of me."

"True. But there were some part that you really did stood for your family." Claw Tiger explains. At least his son now knows how wrong of him to want glory so badly that he neglects everything else. "So, don't you ever forget that and restraint your temptation and desire."

"Family comes first, not glory?" Brave Tiger ask. His father nodded, making him smirk. "Got it, father."

Claw Tiger chuckled while patted his son's should, "That's my boy. Maybe someday, you will lead the clan."

"Highly doubt it, father. Highly doubt it. You won't get killed."

"Hmm... You'd never know, Brave. You'd never know."

"But I'm glad that you both finally reconciled." Courage Tiger said, choosing that time to speak up. "I really hate to see you both fighting nonstop."

"Yeah. Everything is back to normal." Tigress comments in agreement.

Twilight Sparkle and her friends were on ship's deck. They overheard of the conversation as some were smiling and relief that father and son have patched things up. Rainbow Dash used the spyglass in looking around of surroundings. This make everypony but Rarity wonder and question.

"Rainbow Dash? What are you doing?" Ben ask Rainbow curiously.

"Are you being a pirate again like the time we worked with the parrot pirates?" Pinkie ask her friends, bouncing up and down happily.

"Keeping an eye on Unalaq. I know he's gonna make his damn move. When he did, I'm gonna kick his ass before he could kill Claw Tiger." Rainbow said seriously. If she stops Unalaq now, then the villain will not be able to kill Claw Tiger.

Rarity groaned, "Agreed. I'd never like that pony. He always have a funny ways to judge and kill ponies. He can't even tell the difference between good and evil, even though he's a Taoist."

"Well, he sounded more like a pony abuse his religion for personal methods and ways to preserve peace and order. In other words, he's a terrorist." Twilight said in disgust. She recalled how that villain was the true reason Sombra and his brother went to evil in the first place.

"Tell me something that I don't know, Twi..." Rainbow remarks dryly to her friend.

"I sometimes has sexy fantasies of my teacher."

"What?"

"That's something you don't know." Twilight said, though secretly embarrassed in bringing it up in the first place.

"So Pinkie, any progress?" Applejack ask her friend curiously.

Pinkie peeks out carefully, then answers, "So far... Nothing..."

"Keep your eyes sharp. He's here..." Rainbow said seriously. Unalaq will make his move soon enough...

Fluttershy gasped, "Like that!"

Twilight Sparkle and her friends looked up to the mountain edge, where the mysterious pony was standing on it. More of ponies appeared magically on rocks.

Rainbow Dash gasped, "Claw! Brave! Look out!"

Claw Tiger and Brave Tiger were surprised and shocked by the call. And just before they could react, Claw Tiger was the first pony got struck by chest.

Tiger Children gasped, "FATHER!"

Looking at more arrows coming down from mountains, Apollo Python gasped, "We're under attack!"

"Shields Up!" Anchor calls out quickly. This isn't a drill, it's an ambush!

The Tiger Warriors responded the calls as they all quickly raised the shields up for defense. However, some got killed while others got injured.

Claw Tiger grunted in pain as he removed arrow, "What was that?"

"The Jing Army attacking us?! I thought they were peaceful neighbors! They wouldn't attack us!" Courage Tiger exclaims, stunned that the ones that they thought were their peaceful neighbors would even tried this!

"They didn't! Unalaq!" Rainbow screams out furiously. That monster has made his first move!

"Unalaq?!" Tigress gasps in shock and concern. She doesn't like the sound of that!

"I don't have time to explain! Get out of here now! Keep Claw alive! Leave the fighting to me!"

"We're not gonna run because of one pony!" Aquastroke protests to Rainbow angrily. No way is anyone going to run from this freak!

"Look, kid. I know you want to fight. But trust me, your dad needs you and everyone else to keep him alive. So, no matter what! Get out of here now!" Rainbow orders Aqua quickly. She wouldn't be alive (or reincarnated for that matter) if she tries to fight someone that the pony isn't even prepared for!

Brave Tiger whistled, "I like this mare. I hope I get married with her."

"I like you. But I got boyfriend. Get your dad out of here now!"

Claw Tiger groaned as he felt his chest pain, "She's right. Something is wrong with me. I should able to withstand this minor."

"Poison!" Apollo Python gasps in horror. "We have to get him out now! We have to move, Master Brave!"

Brave Tiger groaned, "Alright! Full Speed ahead! Keep the shield up! Keep Father alive! Find the medicine to cure him! We have to get out of here!"

"Leave it to me!" Courage Tiger exclaims in determination.

Anchor nodded as he exclaims, "I'm on it!"

Courage Tiger and Anchor quickly moved Claw Tiger to lower deck at once. Brave Tiger led the army in defense against the mysterious enemy. Tigress, Aquastroke and Apollo Python were helping him out.

While soldiers were defending their forces and whole naval fleets, the archers quickly fired their arrows and hit the targets. Though Unalaq's soldiers are illusions, they got hit. Unalaq continued leading his army in firing their arrows on the Tiger Clan. Twilight Sparkle and her friends quickly assisted them.

Courage Tiger and Anchor did their best to slow down or removed the poison on Claw Tiger's chest.

Minutes later of battling, the Tiger Clan managed broken through and escaped the canyon river. They all sighed in relief that the fight is over.

"Milord! Lord Claw! He's... He's-!" Anchor begins to speak, fearing the worst.

Brave Tiger and his allies were in concern and worried. They headed to the lower deck of checking on him. Upon their arrival, they found Claw Tiger looked weak and pain while Courage Tiger was shocked and scared.

"Father! What happens?!" Brave Tiger cries out in fear and worry.

Courage Tiger groaned, "We tried everything, brother. The poison continued infecting him. He's getting worse. Whatever kind of poison was that, it's not made of Land of Ma's."

"It's almost looks made of dark magic." Anchor said grimly. Unalaq must've made this poison with dark magic, making it impossible to cure!

"No... You can't die, father! You can't!" Brave Tiger exclaims, his eyes are filled with tears. He has made up with his father for the argument that happened. Claw Tiger can't go now!

"Father, please! Don't do this!" Aquastroke sobbed in agreement.

"Father! You can do this." Tigress protests frantically. What will the family do without him?

"They're right! We'll find the way! We will!" Courage Tiger exclaims frantically.

Claw Tiger groaned in pain, "I'm sorry... My death will only hurt you all."

"You can't die! The Tiger Clan needs you! I need you! The family needs you!" Brave Tiger hisses out frantically.

Claw Tiger groaned as he held and passed Imperial Seal to his son, "Please, my son. You must now led the Tiger Clan."

"But father, we aren't ready yet!"

Claw Tiger coughed heavily, "The future... belongs to the young..." The warrior coughed once more. Death is near. "My children... Make it your own... Path..." He turned to Rainbow Dash who felt horrible that she failed to save him in time. "Promise me... Keep them alive... You're... One of us... Now..."

With his last breathe given, Claw Tiger closed his eyes while dropping his hoof down. Everyone was in shock and pain of seeing it. They all cried and sobbed tearfully especially Brave Tiger.

Brave Tiger screamed, "Noooooooooo!"

"This can't be... I failed?! No! Damn it!" Rainbow screams out in anger. Claw Tiger is gone, and it's all Unalaq's fault!

"Hey, Rainbow, it's okay." Spike said, patting Rainbow on the back.

"We all can't be saviors." Fluttershy said, comforting her fellow Pegasus.

"It's all that meanie Unalaq's fault." Pinkie remarks happily, making some of the others glare at her. "What?"

"Where is Unalaq?! I'm gonna kill that bastard!" Brave Tiger exclaims in anger. Unalaq is going to pay for his role in his father's death!

A soldier came into the room, giving out this, "My lord! The messenger came from Wuhu River! He brought the news! It has fallen!"

"What?!" Everyone yells out in shock and alarm.

"How?! How is this possible?!" Brave Tiger demands in shock and disbelief. This bit of news happen from out of nowhere!

"What are your orders?!" Anchor ask Brave Tiger quickly. The crew needed orders. Brave Tiger is in charge now.

"Brother, what are we gonna do?" Courage Tiger ask his brother, wondering what to do now.

"Brother, tell us! What can we do?!" Tigress demands to Brave Tiger in determination.

"I... I... I don't know! I don't know!" Brave Tiger answers in worry. He doesn't know what to do! He isn't a leader like his father! For the first time ever, he is at a loss.

"I'm gonna get you for this, Unalaq!" Rainbow exclaims furiously as she dashes out of the room.

"Oh horse feathers! How did I knew she would do this?!" Applejack yells out in shock and worry. If Rainbow goes after Unalaq, that monster will kill her!

"We gotta stop her before she ends up dead!" Twilight exclaims frantically as the others raced after her to stop Rainbow before she makes the biggest stupidest mistake ever!

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fter completing his mission, Unalaq continued walking across the hallway of forest. He stopped at once before turned to his back. He got punched to the ground hard.

Rainbow Dash groaned while armed with her nunchucks, "You're gonna pay for this."

Unalaq remained calm as he spoke to his attacker while getting back up, "And you are?"

"Somepony is gonna kick your ass!"

"I have no quarrel with you, fool."

"Yes, you are! For killing my friend's dad, who has done nothing wrong to your stupid religion!" Rainbow yells out furiously to Claw Tiger's murderer. Unalaq must fall before he causes anypony else pain!

Rainbow Dash was about to punch Unalaq. Unfortunately, his eyes glowed darkly blinding her eyes. After she recovered, she found him disappeared.

"Where are you?!" Rainbow demands more than she asked. Unalaq has run out like a coward instead of staying around to fight!

A familiar voice in out of thin air, "I don't know who you are. But I can promised that when I meet you again. I will kill you."

"Too bad. You're dead in the future."

"Rainbow!" Rarity calls out as she and the others arrived on the scene. "Are you all right?"

"Where's Unalaq? Did he run off?" Fluttershy ask Rainbow seriously.

Rainbow Dash growls out angrily, "I'm fine. The next time I see him, I'll kill him."

"Rainbow Dash, we need to help Brave Tiger now. He and his family lost home. They need us now." Twilight said to Rainbow seriously.

Rainbow Dash sighed, "Alright. Let's do it. What can we do?"

"According to his plans, he and his family are gonna work with Greed Broke and Jing."

"What?! Why?!"

Twilight Sparkle explains, "Rainbow Dash, they don't enough army or resources especially their leader just got killed. They won't have enough high spirits to fight and retake their home now. And not to mention, Brave Tiger thinks he's not ready. It's best that we help him than force him."

"Right, we can't fight a battle we won't be able to win." Ben said in agreement. "We must help the army recover from this tragedy."

"Eeyup, and not if you ended up dead as a dead tomato." Applejack said in agreement with her friend. It won't do Rainbow any good if she's dead.

Rainbow Dash groaned, "Fine..."

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Nowhere to go especially they're no longer can go home, both Brave Tiger and his Tiger Clan made their way to Northern Jing Province - Bo Wang Field. Upon their arrivals, they were meeting both army - Greed Broke's and Sozin - an elder Unicorn worn purplish minister robe and hat, who led the Jing Army. Brave Tiger stood before two leaders as they all began to negotiate.

Twilight Sparkle and her friends were among the army as they all were watching the conversation between Brave Tiger and two leaders.

Rainbow Dash groaned in annoyance, "I really hate this..."

"I know, Rainbow Dash. But there is no other way," Twilight Sparkle said in concern.

Rarity sighed, "Poor them. I don't like seeing them like this..."

The table was set for three leaders to sit and drank their tea. Brave Tiger was upset and despaired over his father's death. Sozin sighed while taking a sip of his tea silently. Greed Broke smiled while hummed peacefully.

"So, I heard you've lost both father and the land. What a pity," Greed Broke said amusingly.

Sozin sighed while bowed down humbly, "You have my condolence for your losses, young general. If there's anything you want, I would be happy to help."

"I need a burial for my father. And a place for my clan to stay," Brave Tiger said sadly and dryly, "In return, we will serve you in any way you desire."

Sozin looked sorry and concern while Greed Broke smiled amusingly. Tiger Clan remained firm and calm, though some were frustrated and angered by it while others were upset and sad by their leader's choice. Nevertheless, they will follow him till the end.

"I'd be honored to accept your requests, young stallion," Sozin said calmly, "But I cannot accept you as my servants but friends."

Greed Broke scoffed, "On other hoof, I'd be happy to accept your offer as my servant. And you will do anything I'd say?"

"Greed Broke! Shame on you! Have you no heart for him and his losses?!"

"I am. That is why I'm giving him the chance. And in-return, I want something that your father has since Ma Lou Yang!"

Brave Tiger snarled while glaring at Greed Broke, "For the last time, we don't have it! Even we do, we've lost it during our voyage to Wuhu River. It's pointless."

Greed Broke scoffed, "What a shame. But I'm not satisfied with your offer. Your services as generals under my command would be appreciated but I need something very delicate and perfect for to enjoy..."

"That's enough, Greed!" Sozin snarled dryly.

Greed Broke turned and looked at both Tigress and Aquastroke, who were covered by Courage Tiger and his clan. They have the feeling that the greedy griffon have a funny ideas about what he will do with the ladies.

"I'd like to have those beautiful mares as my concubines eternally." Greed Broke proposed. Brave Tiger snarled in anger. He scoffed, "If not, I want the Imperial Seal. And no more lies."

"I already told you before," Brave Tiger said dryly.

Sozin nodded firmly, "Leave the boy alone! Has he suffered enough for one day?!"

"Oh, please. Brave Tiger barely even broke a sweat or even cry. After all, Tigers don't easily get beaten. They will fight till death, even if it means losing a father. Their claws are made for battles, which I intend to use it for my desires." Greed Broke said amusingly. Brave Tiger looked down in anger. He scoffed, "And therefore, the ladies will be-!"

POW! Greed Broke got punched to the ground very hard. Everyone was in shock and surprise. Rainbow Dash was responsible for knocking the warlord down.

"Rainbow Dash?!" Everyone asked in shock.

"What the hell are you doing?!" Brave Tiger demanded, "You're gonna get us into trouble!"

Greed Broke groaned, "Why you little-?! You dare disrespect me! No lowly peasants like you "

"Shut the hell up, pig!" Rainbow Dash snapped in anger as she helped Greed Broke's robe up high. She snarled, "Brave, Courage, Tigress and Aquastroke just lost their father, alright! You hear that?! Their father! So, keep your damn stupid requests and stop asking questions about Imperial Seal! Because if you don't, I'll show how angry and ferocity I can really get!"

Dropping Greed Broke down, Rainbow Dash turned and slammed her hooves on table to pieces. This shocked and scared everyone out of their pants. They all chatted in concern about her. Twilight Sparkle and her friends became uneasy and worried.

Greed Broke squealed in fear, "Okay! Okay! Okay! I won't ask that requests again! I'll let the Tiger Clan stay as my generals! That is all!"

"If he's up to his tricks, come to me," Sozin said calmly, "For now. Let us help you give a proper burial for your father."

"Thank you, all." Brave Tiger thanked humbly. He turned to Rainbow Dash, "And thank you too, Rainbow Dash. I owe you one."

Rainbow Dash smiled, "You owe me nothing, Brave. I just glad to help my friends. So, take care."

"Where are you going?"

"Don't know. Just travel. If you need me, we'll be there somehow."

Brave Tiger nodded calmly, "Alright. Thank you."

Rainbow Dash nodded as she returned to her group. She found Twilight Sparkle angry and annoyed. And just before the group could argue, Aquastroke came and hugged her passionately. Courage Tiger and Tigress followed their sister.

"Thank you, Miss Rainbow Dash. For everything," Aquastroke thanked Rainbow Dash, "You're the best."

Departing the hug, Rainbow Dash smiled, "Don't mention it. I'm just happy to help." She then patted Aquastroke's mane, "Just call me 'Coach'?"

Aquastroke nodded, "Okay, Coach!"

"We have to go now," Rainbow Dash said calmly. This shocked Aquastroke. She cleared her throat, "Don't worry, kiddo. We'll meet again. Promised."

Aquastroke nodded, "Promised."

Mane Six and their friends waved goodbye to Tiger Clan, who returned the gesture to them. They then left the Tiger Clan. They headed to the new destination. Twilight Sparkle glared at Rainbow Dash, who was annoyed and nervous.

"I know. That was stupid of me for doing that," Rainbow Dash said in annoyance.

Twilight Sparkle nodded, "True. But you stood up for our friends. That's the right thing to do. Plus, I'm really annoyed by that stupid Griffon."

Rainbow Dash smirked, "Yeah. I feel good to lose temper at him. We need to deal with that jerk."

"Who knows where he went?" Rarity said in concern, "Just hope everything is okay."

"Me too, Rarity," Twilight Sparkle said in agreement.

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"After the losses of both Claw Tiger and Wuhu River Territories, Brave Tiger has made his decision for his clan's future. He and his clan are now serving under Greed Broke. However...

Greed Broke led the Tiger Clan back to his home, where they began their services as his generals for both home and foods.

"While the Coalition believed that their enemy has been killed at the ashes of Ma Lou Yang, they disbanded. In truth, Cruez was still alive. He moved both his army and Emperor to Ma Chang An,
where he continued his reign of terror and pleasure for himself. The peasants and ministers continued suffers by his paws. How long can they survive this long?

At Ma Chang An City, Minister Hopkins was at his home. Angered and upset by Cruez's reign and latest news about the coalition, he was sitting down on his seat at his gardens. He was drinking his tea calmly and slowly, despite being sad and pain.

Minister Hopkins sighed, "Damn it. Qin Dynasty is truly reaching its end. And there's nothing I can do about it."

"Father?" The female voice called. Minister Hopkins was surprised as he turned and found Butterfly Dancer arrived at the garden. She approached and checked on him. She asked, "Are you alright?"

"I'm fine. I'm just tired, after what happen today."

"I'm sorry, father. I wish I could help you."

"There was nothing can be done, my dear. The coalition has been disbanded. A few warlords were killed during their conquest. Cruez continued ruling his reign of terror. And the worse is that Devil Destroyer is guarding him. No one can rebel and defeat that tyrant now."

"If only my dear Devil Destroyer be our sides..."

"Huh? What do you mean by that?" Minister Hopkins asked in surprise as he turned and looked at his daughter, "Are you saying you befriend with the general?"

Butterfly Dancer nodded, "Yes, father. He and I were classmates before he moved away to be warrior. I haven't seen him until we reached our adulthood. We both have a chat and moment together. He even protected us when we moved here."

Minister Hopkins hummed in surprise, "Tell me. Do you love him?"

"Yes, father. I do," Butterfly Dancer admitted before sighed, "I was too shy to tell him."

"You won't be, my dear. I will help and make your dream come true," Minister Hopkins said firmly and calmly, "But to do that. I need your help to get him our side."

"What do you mean?"

"Are you ready to help me? Get Devil Destroyer on our side? Assassinate Cruez for good?"

Butterfly Dancer hummed, "That's a great idea! But how? Will it work?"

"That's where you come in," Minister Hopkins said calmly, "I need you to act as tragic lovers to both Cruez and Devil Destroyer. Convince them that you really love them so much. Make them to hate and fight against each other."

"W-What?!"

"I know it's pain and unacceptable for you to bear. If we succeeded, you will marry Devil Destroyer as you have wanted. Can you help me?"

Butterfly Dancer was in shock and worry as she have some thoughts about following her father's plans. Is she ready for the plans?

To be Continued...

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Main Casts:
Tara Strong: Twilight Sparkle
Jason Marsden: Ben Valorheart
Ashleigh Ball: Applejack, Rainbow Dash
Andrea Libman: Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie
Tabitha St. Germain: Rarity, Princess Luna
Daveigh Chase: Nyx
Cathy Weseluck: Spike
Chris Sanders: Phobos
Michael McConnohie: Narrator
James Babson: Claw Tiger
Yuri Lowenthal: Brave Tiger, Soldiers
Gideon Emery: Courage Tiger
G.K Bowes: Tigress
Christy Carlson Romano: Aquastroke
Adrian LaTourelle: Unalaq

Minor Casts:
Lee Everest: Anchor
Richard Epcar: Apollo Python, Soldiers
Christopher Corey Smith: Noble Guild
Spike Spencer: Greed Broke
Dave B. Mitchell: Virtue Dragon
Douglas Rye: Azure Phoenix
J.K. Simmons: Mayor White

Cameo:
Anthony Hopkins: Minister Hopkins
Carrie Savage: Butterfly Dancer

Chapter 10: Beauty and the Demon - In order to make Devil Destroyer broke off from serving his lord and master Cruez, Butterfly Dancer must play on both her former lover and enemy as their beloved fiancee. But will they fall for her lovely and beauty charms? Will the chaos ends?