The Royal Guards sounded their horns which emitted a low, mournful sound throughout the castle. Pedestrians on the streets outside of the palace stopped in their tracks and looked towards the source of the sound. They knew what it meant, and with no hesitation, they walked towards the royal courtyard. In the middle of the yard stood a large unicorn stallion with a hood over his head, and to his left lay the monster. Ponies were aghast at the sight. What was this thing? Why was it being sentenced to death? Only the royals knew, and that’s all that mattered. Today the creature would die, and that was fact. Eclipse was ushered to the front of the crowd by the maid she was being protected by. Public executions were only held for the most horrid of criminals, and it was important Eclipse saw the consequences of committing such a vile act.
 
King Shining Armor stood atop a podium and used his magic to amplify his voice. “This monster has been sentenced to death for the murder of Princess Flurry Heart. May those above take pity on it’s soul.” The crowd collectively gasped in horror at the news, and eager ponies pushed their way to the front of the crowd to get a better view of the execution. Shining Armor stood next to his wife, and nuzzled her softly in an attempt to comfort her. She looked to him, then nodded. He understood. He looked to the executioner and spoke. “Begin.” The dark grey pony bowed to the King, then turned to the prisoner. It was quick, with just a soft sliding sound to accompany the blade’s descent. It was over in seconds. The monster was beheaded, and the crowd cheered.