And of course, this leg of our journey, like many others, begins with Twilight Sparkle having An Idea and using it to take the wheel and give it a hard turn.
DM: When you arrive at the throne room, it’s empty save for the two alicorn sisters. The looks they give you when you first enter are… meaningful in a way you can’t fully discern. Celestia is delighted to see you while Luna is a bit doubtful.
Twilight Sparkle: Well, I can’t ignore a hook like that… “Something wrong, Princess Luna?”
DM: Luna looks a bit contrite at that.
Princess Luna: Ah, my apologies, Twilight Sparkle. We are all depending on you and your friends. My sister has the utmost faith in you, and ultimately I do too… but I can’t help but worry.
Twilight Sparkle: Trust me, I 100% get that.
DM: Luna takes her leave, and Celestia says:
Princess Celestia: How can I help you, Twilight?
Twilight Sparkle: Ah, well… I had a thought… This is gonna sound weird no matter what, so I’ll just say it… Do we even NEED the Elements of Harmony?
Princess Celestia: …You always find a way to surprise me, dear student.