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A warm sensation filled Sarah's body, immersing her in a blinding light. A sound like wind echoed in her ears. Soon, she was someplace new, being held gently by strong arms.

Her heart was beating quickly as she opened her eyes, meeting the Goblin King's mismatched irises. He was smiling coyly, holding her against his chest.

"Welcome to my home, Sarah. Although you have been here before, I do hope you find the place to your liking", the King stated, dropping Sarah softly on the stone ground. She looked around at her surroundings; the center of the palace lay before her, looking familiar as she had seen it three years ago. Yet, it had changed; the dirt colored brick that made up the walls was now a beautiful marble. The windows were now paned in beautiful colored glass.

"This…it's so beautiful. Did you do this…?" Sarah asked.

"When you departed from this world, I knew I had to change things. For everyone. I entertained myself with that", the Goblin King stated.

Footsteps resonated in the palace; a large group of armored goblins approached the King and his guest. When they saw Sarah, they stopped in their tracks. Shocked was an understatement.

"Your highness…th-the human girl! She is here! How? Is something gone wrong?!", the largest green goblin asked nervously; the last time they had seen humans in this palace, things were never the same again.

"Your highness, are you alright?", a purple goblin asked, pointing a spear towards Sarah.

"Ugh, yes I'm alright. There is nothing to fear! This woman is our guest. I want every single one of you to show her your best behavior and the hospitality of our race. Let's not repeat past events hmmm?"

The goblins looked at one another in confusion, but soon nodded their heads.

"Groglith, alert the guards and the servants. I will lead Miss Sarah to her quarters." The king stated, dismissing the group of goblins.

"Follow me, my dear."

Sarah followed the purple coat toward a grand stairwell, the stone railing curved in beautiful shapes. She couldn't suppress a smile; perhaps the Goblin King had changed after all.

It wasn't long before the King was opening a large wooden door, holding it open for Sarah. She stepped inside, looking toward a large bedroom with a lace canopy bed. The sheets danced in the afternoon air. Sun was coming from the open balcony, illuminating the enchanted goblin furnishings around her.

"This is your room, my dear. A servant will be with you soon. You must be starving; you'll have some of that wonderful human food you adore", he stated, laughing to himself about the ideas of 'hotdogs' and 'macaroni'. Humans are undeniably delightful.

Of course, Sarah wouldn't want that, the Goblin King thought to himself.

Sarah turned to face him once again. Hey eyes reminded the king of a vast green field.

"I didn't think I would ever say this, but thank you, for everything. I know I have a test to complete, but…thank you", Sarah stated, genuinely appreciating what the king was doing. She knew she had to eventually choose her future, but this was too wonderful not to enjoy. As she looked upon the King's face, she saw a spark of something new in his eyes. She wasn't certain what it was.

"Ahem…I will leave you then. Traveling from realm to realm usually tires the wanderer. I can assure you everything you will need is in those fixtures", he turned abruptly around, heading out the door.

He stopped suddenly and looked around, facing Sarah again.

"I'm happy you have returned, my love."

His elaborate purple coat whisked away as he headed down the stairs. Sarah's heart had beat a little faster at his last words.


Sarah explored the rest of the room, opening the curious furniture in her room. The King hadn't lied; countless dresses and garments were ready to be worn. Strange jewelry adorned the wooden cabinets, and bottles of perfumes decorated the counter tops. She even had her own marble bathroom in the bedroom, housing an intricate bathtub. This was all too much, Sarah thought. The king didn't need to do this. All she needed a bed.

Sarah had grown humble in her ways.

A knock at the door was heard. Sarah opened the large door, her heart jumping as she saw who it was.

Hoggle was standing at her doorstep carrying a large tray of what looked like food. He was wearing his usual garb, yet the colors were brighter and his shoes were shined to perfection. His eyes widened as the rumors around the palace were true before him. His friend had returned.

"S-Sarah?! Its true! I-I cant believe this, I cant!", Hoggle exclaimed happily, placing the tray on the nearby table in the room.

"Oh Hoggle! It's been so long!" Sarah proclaimed, hugging him with might. It really had been a long time.

"Is it true? He's challenged you again? Oh that Jareth. He's changed but he's still as crafty. So tell me…what is this challenge he's given you?", Hoggle asked. Sarah's mind stayed on the Goblin Kings true name. She never addressed him in that way, but she couldn't deny it was a striking name.

Sarah explained the King's challenge thoroughly. She explained how she had wanted to return to this land, and how this would be the only opportunity to do so. Sarah left out the part where her heart had started beating faster whenever the king appeared.

"Wait, you work for the King?!", Sarah asked. Last time she was here, Hoggle had betrayed the King in order to help her. Now he was a servant?

"Well…uh…this might sound a bit strange, but when you left…he kept himself in this palace for months. He just stayed there. But outta nowhere, Jareth just started changing the place. The flowers are finally blossoming inside the Labyrinth where the traps were. He gave me better job here, and now all of us have better jobs. And food! More food for sure. And we even got bigger houses!" Hoggle explained, the happiest Sarah has seen him.

"That's amazing. He's so different now…" Sarah said, thinking about his offer and the previous events. Did he really have true feelings for her?

"But I would be careful still, you hear? Just keep an eye out," Hoggle warned.

Sarah smiled at her friend; despite everything, he hadn't changed. They talked a bit more, of Hoggle's house and adventures, and how Sir Didymus and Ludo were also happy as could be, working outside the Labyrinth. She would see them soon.

Hoggle left soon after, having to attend to his other duties. He left the tray of human food in her room and patted her hand , smiling at her as much as he wanted to appear tough.

Sarah was alone in her room again. She lifted the tray, revealing the wonderful food before her. A gorgeous cut of steak adorned with mash potatoes and chives were plated handsomely. Her stomach growled instantly. She had seen this plate before however.

It was one of her favorites her father cooked when she visited him on vacation from Lauring.

How did the King kn-?

But she quickly answered that question. The King knew everything.

She ate her meal near the balcony, seeing the Labyrinth's sun set before her. The moon was slowly peeking through the nearby hills. She could see small spots of red and yellow dotting the fields. She would enjoy seeing those flowers.

Someone was knocking slowly on the door, calling her name. It was a female voice.

Sarah opened the door to reveal a female goblin, very similar to the other goblins, yet her dress gave her gender away. Her bright yellow eyes were amiable. She held a small box in her hands.

"My Lady, I am Brinkle, your personal servant. The King would like you to accompany him on a night walk. This is your selected attire," Brinkle stated, placing the box in her hand.

"Place it on your bed, and stand back three steps. When you are dressed, call my name and I will lead you to tonight's festivities. Thank you."

With that, Brinkle turned around and left Sarah dumbfounded with the small box. She closed her door, and after wondering what the King had planned for her, she placed the box on her bed. Sarah took three steps back. Nothing seemed to happen.

Suddenly, the box suddenly started shaking rapidly, the top of the small box falling on the soft bed. Sarah closed her eyes as a burst of red sparks came of the box. When she opened them, a grand rose-colored dress appeared on her bed. Its low neckline was beaded with red and violet jewels; its sleeves were transparent in sheer cotton, while burgundy flowers danced on the dress's folds.

A gold circlet was on top of the gown, matching perfectly. A red stone shined brightly in the headpiece.

A dance…a beautiful gown... It all felt familiar. She knew this had happened between the King and her, yet it seemed like a dream.

She touched the soft material. It was one of the most beautiful dresses she's ever seen. Her cheeks were growing scarlet as she thought about the Goblin King's gift. She couldn't deny he was charming.

She held the dress in front of her; she was growing nervous.

The moon was high in the Goblin sky, as the beautiful human woman followed the goblin servant to the gardens, where an owl was waiting, perched graciously on a golden tree.