So my friend inspired this scene to flash into my head, and I wrote it down and loved it. It's short, but I am really proud of it.

I may structure a oneshot around it soon.

Credit goes to Gregory Maguire.


And Elphaba saw him, and she opened her arms slowly to hug and comfort him.

'Boq.'

Without speaking, he pulled a gun from his pocket and pointed it at Elphaba's heart.

Shock.

Understanding.

Shot.

Elphaba fell backwards, arms still outstretched to comfort her murderer.

Finally at peace.

Remaining elegant even in death.