“No.” Celestia said as she used her magic to pull the colorful pegasus back down to a cushion.  “You girls are not to go near that thing, not until Luna and I make sure it’s safe.  Do you understand?”  Celestia’s tone was still soft but she spoke with a voice that demanded nothing less than absolute compliance.  The girls, of course, voiced their protests all at once.  “This is not up for discussion, girls.  Promise me you’ll stay away.  At least until we can be certain it isn’t actively hostile.” Celestia almost feared they would refuse, but the girls eventually mumbled their begrudging agreement.  