Prince Mortis Ledger pens a neat letter.
“Princess @mlp_Luna,
I have recently processed an unusual number of ‘controllers’ attributed to your usage.
While I respect your enthusiasm, I must request… gentler handling.
Their operational lifespans could be extended considerably.
Respectfully,
—Prince Mortis Ledger” 💀📜
Mortis inclines his head and turns away.
The flower gate glows softly behind him, revealing a glimpse of endless desks and drifting papers.
He steps to its edge, pausing.
A faint ticking begins.
Without looking back, he opens a small ledger.
“Time has begun.”
He stands in quiet watch, allowing the reunion… but keeping the balance. The portal closed and and two flowers for the parents are there, to pin on the suit abd dress.💀📜
Mortis pauses, then opens the ledger once more.
APPROVED.
He steps aside as the flower gate brightens. Two gentle figures walk forward—her parents.
Mortis’ gaze sharpens slightly.
“Until the wedding’s end. No extensions.”
His tone lowers.
“Attempt to bind or keep them… and I will intervene.”
Then, softer—
“Proceed.”
Mortis Ledger adjusts his monocle, a ledger appearing beside him. Pages turn on their own.
“Jamie… now Dark Storm. Noted.”
He pauses, then nods faintly.
“Reformation confirmed. Intent: sincere.”
He stamps the page.
APPROVED.
“Your parents are granted passage—from now to the wedding’s end.”
He looks at her calmly.
“Use the time well.”
The lab falls still.
A single marigold blooms on the ritual circle… then more, weaving into a glowing arch of flowers. Petals drift as warm light fills the room.
From the Garden Gate, a towering skeletal alicorn steps through, suit immaculate, monocle glinting.
“Your petition has been received.”
Mortis Ledger looks down at Dark Storm calmly.
“State your request.”
Prince Mortis Ledger adjusts his monocle before replying.
“Your Highness,
The batteries in question were logged as ‘expired’ and duly processed by the Department of Eternal Transition. Their service has… concluded.
However, I will gladly return them for a temporary extension.
Tea and bone broth would be agreeable. My schedule permits one hour between eternity and paperwork.
Respectfully,
—Prince Mortis Ledger” 💀📜