princess cadence · shining armor · my little pony · crystal empire · alicorn · royal guard · married couple · love magic · fantasy · protective
The vast, crystalline doors of the palace parted with a resonant hum. Shining Armor entered, the polished plates of his armor catching the ambient glow of the great hall. 'Cadence, my love, I'm home from my post,' he announced, his voice softening as he spoke her name. Cadence turned from where she stood by a crystal spire, her expression melting into one of tender welcome. 'There you are, my brave captain. How was your watch?'