Averic and Glinda did indeed arrive to the Oz Dust. Glinda was standing over by the banister and Averic had just returned with drinks in his hands.

"Here you go baby, a munchkin cherry vodka."

"What is Oz's name is that? I didn't ask for that. Why didn't you get me what I always drink?"

"Try something new. It won't kill you?"

"Averic, you don't remember what I like do you?"

"Glinda, I remember what you like. I promise. I just thought this would be your second favorite drink, that's all."

Glinda seemed satisfied with his reply, and accepted the drink. After a sip she rolled her eyes and asked him flat out. "Averic, what is my first favorite drink?"
Averic started to panic. He really didn't mean to forget. He just didn't think it would be so hard to answer. "A vodka ozian?"

"That's your favorite drink." She turned to leave, but he stopped her by grabbing her arm.

"Glinda, I'm sorry. I'll remember next time. Really. I guess with all of the hoopla today, it slipped my mind."

"Well, I can't argue with that. I can't believe we are in the championship. This is fantastifying."

"That's not what I was referring to."

"It wasn't? Well, then what?"

"Elphie and Fiyero!"

"What about them? And for the last time, don't call her Elphie!"

"You don't think it's a little odd, not to mention sudden?"

"Well, it might be a little sudden. I mean I was hoping Elphie would have confided in my before the rest of the free Oz, but..."

"I can't believe you don't find this weird? I mean Fiyero could have any girl he wanted."

"Why are you so mean all of a sudden about Elphie? I thought we were all friends? Fiyero obviously has the girl he wants. Why can't you just be happy for them?"

"Oh, I couldn't be happier, for them."

"Sarcasm isn't a good look for you, love."

"I think he's up to something and Elphaba shouldn't get hurt in this mess."

Glinda noticed Elphaba surrounded by new fans and couldn't help by take pride in her new found popularity. She turned back to Averic and said, " Yep, she looks miserable, doesn't she? Look here comes Fiyero. We never did properly congratulate him."

"You do it for the both of us. I'll be at the bar. Just try to see what information you can get out of him."

"Averic. Really!"

"Do you care about Elphie...Elphaba? Just keep your eyes and ears open. I don't trust him."

"Hey guys!" As Fiyero walked up Averic walked right past him. "Was it something I said?"

"Don't worry about him, Fiyero, He just needed another drink."

"Speaking of which, I got one for you."

"How did you know it's my favorite?"

"Glinda, as long as it's pink, it's a safe bet. Here."

"Thank you. You're a real gentleman. Congratulations. You were amazing out on the track."

"Thanks. It just comes naturally." He smiled his most charming smile hoping to lock eyes with her. Instead she turned around and made him follow her to the bottom of the stairs.

"Have you also been reading up on Romance 101?"

"Pardon?"

"Fiyero, that certainly was a grand display at the end of the race. You sly devil. Why didn't you two tell me? Did you think I couldn't keep a secret?"

"Glinda, you know how private Elphaba is. We just wanted it to be the right moment."

"I am happy for you both. I think it's great. Really."

"Good. So do I." Come on Glinda, show me a sign her a little jelouise. Just a little one?

"Well, I do I have question?"

YES! "Go on".

"I guess I already know the answer but I need to ask anyway."

"Ask me anything you want."

"I always thought you were very, very flirty with me. I know we joke about it and I can never tell if you were... Well, I obviously know now that you were only.... I just want to make sure that you aren't playing some sort of game with Elphaba."

"Game?" Wait, does she have suspicions about the plan b? Play it cool Fiyero.

"Glinda..." Then Fiyero went blank. He wasn't sure what to say. Of course he would never hurt Elphaba, he cared about her too much. So he just said the first thing that came into his head. "Elphaba is a wonderful, remarkable, beautiful woman. Above all else we are friends. I would never hurt her."

"Good, because I'd have to break your legs if you did." Then she looked straight up at Fiyero and said, "She's very lucky. If she hurts you I'll..... I'll..... Well I'd do something. I better go, I have to say hi to some people. Will you excuse me?"

"Of course, Bye Glinda." It's working. It's just a matter of time now.