Lyra galloped down the hallway towards the room.  While Dale had taken charge the first time she had been threatened, there was no reason she should let him this time.  After all, he was in Equestria now, and it was her duty to keep him safe, whatever it took.  Her magical reserves were still low after the attack on the beach, but at the very least she could toss up a shield to buy them both some time to assess the situation.  She knew that Ironhoof and his soldiers were still in town, and it wouldn’t be too long before they got on scene.  Another loud crash spurred her on.