Celestia was standing on her balcony, while the deluge was falling upon her head. Despite the rain, the temperature was warm. It was in the middle of summer and the heavy rain clouds hiding the sun light gave the end of afternoon an impressing of evening. Luna was up early and was witnessing her older sibling with a deadpan face. She stood under roof to stay dry.



Luna: Sister! What are you doing again under the weather?

The white alicorn turned her head to face her sister.

Celestia: Oh! Hello Luna.

L: You know very well that is quite unsettling for our subjects to witness their princess standing under the rain like the sort!

C: I see no harm. This is just rain.

L: You know what I mean. They are all working for your protection and-

C: Oh please, Luna. Stop it.

L: Stop what? Do you have any idea how far they can go to be sure you would stay dry and warm in any condition when you make your visits?

C: Mmm... Let me guess... They use magic shields?

L: Uh.... Right. But only unicorns do and...

C: Pegasi clear the sky just for me.

L: Do I have to remind you of your last visit in Earth ponies territories?

C: *giggle*

L: What?

C: You looked so adorable with that raincoat and umbrella.

L: TIA!!! I told you to not remind me that!

C: *giggle*

L: Hmph. *blush*

C: Rain for me is soothing. I can feel its cleansing on me better than any soap I know.

L: Even your exclusive shampoo and conditioner from-

C: No. Let's not get carried away. I still have to look good for my ponies.

L: *snort*

C: Why don't you come here and experience it yourself?

L: I passed the age to play under the rain.

C: Oh?

L: What that supposed to mean?

C: We passed the age to be considered as "old".

L: If you say so... Celestia the ancient.

C: *grin*

L: That.... does not affect you?

C: Why? I should?

L: Uh...

C: *giggle* I accepted it centuries ago. In a rainstorm like this one. Do you know why?

L: Please, tell.

C: I was observing some ancient ruins when it began to pour. Of course, my servants ran to my "rescue" and brought anything to protect me from the pouring rain. At the end, they put a huge tent over me so I would still observe the ruins despite their incessant plights that we should go inside. Then, something came in my attention when a part of the old historical structure crumbled just in front of my eyes. I knew that the weather was responsible of its destruction and time was enemy of conservation. And while I was witnessing this sad scene with a melancholic eye a realization struck me.

L:....

C:....

L: What? What realization would falling ruins brought you? That despite being as old and as ancient you can live longer than them?

C: Quite. But, something else too.

L: Umm. What does it have to do with rain?

C: *smile* Can you see?

L: See what?

C: I... I mean we may be as old and ancient as any ruins...

L: But oh so much more gorgeous. And caring.

C: That, I can't deny. We are immortals. But, there is also a thing those old buildings can't and that we can. *smile* We can stand under the pouring rain without fearing to get eroded.

L: W-wh..... Huh? That's your reason to stay there under this downpour?

She nodded.

C: We may get old, but we can still enjoy the r- Ahhh ahhh AAAAHHHTTCHOOOM!!!!

L: *snort* The rain may not erode you, but can still affect you. We can get old, but we still get colds.

C: *sniff* Very funny.

L: This idea of staying under the rain when the wind change.

C: What wind? Oh! Brrr! What the-

L: Have you forgot my sister? They said the wind would cool down by the end of this afternoon.

C: Ahhtttchooo!

L: Bless you.

Luna's horn glowed and a shield covered her old sister from the rain.

L: You should come inside before you get something serious.

C: *sigh* I guess you're right.

Celestia stood up and headed for the door and passed her sister.

L: Now, I will call a maid so you would-

Celestia pushed her sister outside and locked the door with her magic. Luna had just the time to envelope herself in a protective shield from the deluge.

L: Very mature!

C: It's just rain, Luna. You would melt.

Luna's shield suddenly disappeared.

L: WHAT?!?

She put one back, but disappeared as well.

L: TIA! WHAT IS THE MATTER WITH YOU! STOP THIS INSTANT!

C: I want you to understand what I just told you, Luna. Beside, it's only water. You won't melt from it. Unless... you are an evil witch?

L: THAT'S NOT FUNNY!!! AND IT'S C-C-COLD! AND WET!

C: Just remember my lesson. And also Achoo! that you have wings.

L: *facehoof* Right.

She covered herself with her wings.

C: I meant for flying to your room, silly goose.

Luna blushed.

L: Y-you won't heard the end of this Tia!

C: Achoo! I know. I will need my little sister to Achoo! take good care of me now...

L: Good. I know the perfect medicine what will bring you back fast on your hooves and that despite your years you still despise.

C: Huh? No! Don't you dare!

L: Wait me, sister. It's.... suppository time.

She flown from the balcony to her own.

C: Ugh. I better remember this next time I'll stay out under the rain. Achoo! *sniff*



Awesome piece.