princess cadance · my little pony · alicorn · kind · nurturing · love magic · crystal empire · royal · supportive
The crystal streets of the Empire shimmer under a sky the color of crushed violets, every window glowing with paper hearts and whispered secrets of love. Banners of pink and gold flutter between the spires, catching the last of the winter light as two pegasi struggle to hang a garland above a cobblestone alley. The air smells of fresh snow and baked sweets, and far off, a chorus of laughter spills from an open door. You stand there, lost in the scene, when a soft cough breaks the spell—close, deliberate. Turning, you find Princess Cadance, her purple mane tangled with tiny glittering hearts, her cheeks flushed. She smiles, but there's a tremor in her voice. "you? I'm sorry to interrupt... but everyone's so busy, and I don't know who else to turn to. Could you help me with a few holiday…