The three girls walk through the city in admiration. Everything is big, green and so beautiful. They were the first to go to their hotel on Friday. Glinda insisted that they explore the city first. They went to Wizomania. Glinda took Nessa to the dress salons while Elphie went to the library. They had a lifetime of fun in one short day in the Emerald City.
In the hotel they had a small suite. Nessa has a separate room big enough for her. Elphie and Glinda slept in the room opposite. When booking they only had a large room with a single bed and a double bed. Glinda didn't mind sharing a bed with Elphie. They have a small living space for the three of them.
Elphaba had made chocolate milk for everyone.
''Tomorrow we will go to a museum that Nessa really wants to see and then we will go shopping. We will go to the palace with enough time left.'' Glinda said cheerfully who still couldn't believe they were in the Emerald city.
"That's a good plan Glinda," said Nessa who sipped her chocolate milk.'' We've already done so much today was soo''
''Ozmopoltions'' supplemented Glinda helpfully.
Nessa nods.
''I think I want to come back here,'' Elphie said thoughtfully. ''You know living here. I feel at home here. Nobody stares, nobody is pointing.''
Nessa squeezed her sister's hand.
''You will look positively Emerald.'' Glinda said giving Elphie a kiss on the cheek.
Nessa and Elphie both laughed. ''Thank you Glin.''
''Have you taken pictures of yourself in dresses?''
Glinda nods. ''Take a look here.'' Elphie looked at the photos Glinda had already taken. She saw her sister and her friend in different dresses. ''You both look fabulous in all dresses. How did you choose?''
Glinda blushed. ''Well at last the choice was very difficult so we bought all six of them.''
Elphaba choked on her drink. ''SIX dresses? Glinda? Frist of all you have clothes enough. And how are you going tob ring them back to shiz? Your suitcase is already full.''
''I had hoped in your suitcase. You could leave some old, boring books and clothes here, right?'' said Glinda playfull
But Elphaba didn`t notice Glinda`s tone ''No, Glin no, My books are important and I only have two dresses with me. We are going back on Sunday.''
''It's a good thing I bought an extra suitcase,'' Glinda whispers to Nessa as Elphie went on about how she didn't fit those dresses in her suitcase.
''Excuse me?'' Elphie said who had heard.
''Glin, you already brought two suitcases. You really are impossible.''
''Is that a compliment?'' Glinda asked hopefully.
Nessie giggled. ''I'll just go to my room. I'm quite tired. I want to look good tomorrow when we go to the Wizard.''
Elphie was a lot calmer. ''Yes that's OK. Sleep well Nessa. I'm also going to try to sleep.''
They put their dirty cups on the counter. Elphie makes a mental note to do the dishes in the morning.
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Elphaba had taken a shower while Glinda was already putting her new dresses in her new suitcase. When Elphaba finished, she gave Glinda a kiss. Glinda giggles, grabs her night dress and walks to the bathroom.
''Elphie are you mad?'' Glinda asks as she walks out of the badroom with her nightdres on.
Elphaba is combing her wet hair. ''No, my sweet. I was never angry just, nervous and shocked. We had agreed that you do try not to take the things I say personally.'' Elphie took Glinda in a hug. ''You know that I'm extra nervous so also extra grumpy. Sorry for my outburst. Your dresses are beautiful. I'm a green mean thing.''
Glinda giggles. ''You're a green sweet smart pretty thing.''
Elphaba walks to Glinda aan gives her a kiss. ''I don't deserve you she whispers. ''
Glinda brought Elphie back to her chair and began to comb Elphie's hair. Elphie paused and tried to relax. She loved the feeling of Glinda's hand running through her hair
''Elphie,'' Glinda said seriously. ''Are you ready for tomorrow?''
Elphaba looked at Glinda through the mirror. ''I'm nervous. But I know what I want. I know I can work with the Wizard cause I got all the support I need.''
Glinda got tears in her eyes. ''Ooh Elphie you said so confidently. I'm glad you believe in it too. I'm so proud of you.''
''My sweet Glin, I am so grateful for you in my life. Thank you for helping me.''
''That I least I can do''. Glinda puts down the comb and gives Elphie a kiss on the forehead.'' I love you Elphie.''
''I love you too. And I'm sleepy,'' Elphie said, putting her hand over her mouth as she yawns.
Glinda giggles. ''Well are you awake enough for a kiss?''
''Mmm I think so, but it must be a fast one.''
''I thought more about this one.'' Glinda sat on Elphie's lap and gave her a passionate kiss. Then she went down the cheek to the neck. Elphie gasps as Glinda kisses her sensitive spot. Elphie was wide awake. She kisses Glinda on the neck. Glinda's hands tangled Elphie's hair. Elphie got up and picked up Glinda. Glinda wrapped her legs around Elphie. Elphie placed Glinda gently on the bed. She began to unbuttoning Glinda's dress. Glinda did the same to her.
They were both impatient and dying to feel each other again, but they were gentle and sweet.
Glinda pushed Elphaba off her when she was done with the buttons. She grabbed Elphie's night dress and pulled it over her head.
A naked Elphaba pulled Glinda up. Elphie pulled Glinda's night dress over her head. Glinda pushed Elphaba gently so that she fell past her onto the bed. This time Glinda climbed on top of Elphaba. ''Sweet Oz Elphie you are so beautiful. May I?''
''Yes you may.'' Elphie kissed Glinda's breasts one by one. Her hands moved slowly to the hips. She pulls down Glinda's underwear with her hands. In one smooth motion, Glinda kicks her underwear aside.
Glinda's hands moved slowly through Elphie's hair to her back. They both enjoyed the feeling. Elphie turned back on top of Glinda and slowly went down with her mouth to Glinda`s tummy.
''Ooh Elphie keep going,'' Glinda said as she gasps. ''This feeling is fantastic. You can continue. I`m ready,''
''I completely agree with you. I'm going to take it slow. If I hurt you, say it.''
Slowly a finger enters Glinda. Elphie tries to do it as carefully as possible but still sees from Glinda's face that she doesn't like it very much. Elphie spins her finger slowly and puts a second in it. Now she hits the sensitive area because Glinda's eyes shoot up and she gasps. ''Sweet Oz Elphie, that was indescribable. You are so wonderful.''
Elphie laughs softly. ''You are fantastic.'' Elphie rubs her fingers over the same spot again and kisses Glinda's belly. ''You are wonderful,'' Elphie whispers. Glinda moans somthing and enyoing the feeling.
Glinda didn't have the strength to lift her hands for a moment, but the feeling was great. Glinda had no words to discribe what she was feeling. She was happy, overwhemled, nervous, and she felt so safe.
Glinda hands slowly ran through Elphie's hair again when she had the strenght. ''You are so good.''
Elphie chuckles. ''I learned that from you.'' She slowly pulled her fingers out and took a piece of paper to wipe her fingers. She lay down next to Glinda who was still panting and enjoying the feeling.
''Glin, I didn't hurt you, did I?'' Elphie asked concerned.
Glinda turned. She actually wanted to tease a bit, but she saw the sadness in Elphie's eyes. ''My sweet Elphie. You can never hurt me.''
''But I saw your face, you didn't like it at first. Then I pushed you a little bit by putting my seconde finger in you. I do not want to hurt you. I… I.''
''Sssh calm Elphie. You feel overwhelmed. That is normal. That's how I feel too. Everything is fine. You were good, gentle, sweet. I felt so safe with you.''
''But, but I saw your didn`t like it and you had pain.''
''The pain was only temporarily Elphie. I would be lying if I said everything was painless. But that's normal. Mumsie has told me that chances are the first time wouldn't be a painless experience. Let me show you what I mean. It'll be fine. Trust me.''
''More than everything.'' Elphie whispers who are preparing for the feeling.
Glinda felt Elphie getting tense. ''Relax yourself my love,'' Glinda whispers in her ear. ''You are safe. I'm not hurting you.'' Glinda did the same as Elphie did to her. Slowly the fingers went in. Elphie was speechless for a moment. She let the feeling flow slowly. Glinda giggles as Elphie kisses her.
Glinda lies down past Elphie again. ''My Oz Glin, this was it. I'm so happy. I`m so tired.'' Elphie said panting.
''My Elphie. My sweet Elphie. I think this was it. How do you feel?''
''Honest? I feel special because I got to do it with you. It was certainly spontaneous. I didn't expect it. This is… ''
''everything was prefect,'' Glinda added when she noticed that Elphie was looking for words.
Elphie nods. ''It's perfect. You're prefect. I love you.''
Elphie kisses Glinda and Glinda snuggle into Elphie. They fell asleep slowly from exhaustion.
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The next morning, Elphie woke up confused. She hadn't even noticed she'd fallen asleep. She looked out the window and saw the sun rise. The memories of the previous night come back to me. Her heart started to beat faster. The overwhelming feeling came back along with fear and anger. She carefully gets out of bed and takes a pillow so that Glinda has something to cuddle. She went to the bathroom where she started pacing. Her thoughts went through her mind fast. After a quarter of an hour she sat down at the table with her diary. She began to write quietly.
I don't know where to start. The evening felt so special. Everything was prefect. I understood through Glinda what she meant by the temporary pain. The feeling that followed was a hundred times better. Still, the idea that I could hurt Glinda preoccupies me more than I thought. Will I be like my stepfather?
Behind her she heard Glinda mutter something.
Elphie turned and smiles. She let her thoughts wander for a moment before resuming writing:
To what do I owe such a wonderful girlfriend. I still don't get it. Perhaps this is a question that can never be answered. I have to be strong for Glinda, I can't go and ruin this day by being moody By remaining insecure about my own body. Just like Leanne says. Focus on the positive things. It was a great experience and Glinda has felt my scars several times and she stays with me. One day I'll be strong enough to share the stories. The stories that are still too difficult to tell.
ElPHABA STOP. she wrote in large letters.
Stay focused on the good stuff. The great feeling. The feeling that you are loved.
Glinda mumbled something again. Elphaba felt a lot calmer. She stopped with writing and feeling a bit proud of herself. She picks up a book and began to read. After half an hour she felt tired again. She lay back next to Glinda and tried to get some more sleep.
After a our Elphie opend her eyes again. She is grateful that she had slept well for the last hour. She kisses Glinda on the forehead knowing her love would wake up. Elphie wanted to talk to Glinda.
''Mmm this is a nice way to wake up,'' said Glinda sleepily. ''I would like one more.''
Elphie grins and obeys. She slowly kissed Glinda.
Glinda puts her arms around Elphie's neck and kissed back. ''You are so sweet.''
''Maybe I'll believe you after such a great night.'' Elphie said between kisses
''Ooh Elphie it was everything I expected and more. You were so sweet and gentle. Thank you my love.''
''I'm glad to hear that,'' said Elphie after gently loosening Glinda from their kiss. ''I feel exactly the same.'' Elphie is relieved that Glinda was still happy about the previous night.
They were quietly waking up in each other's arms.
''You know Elphie for the first time I am glad that Nessa is a deep sleeper.'' Glinda said breaking the silence
Elphaba immediately began to blush. ''Ooh Oz I hadn't thought of that at all.''
Glinda decided to tease her. ''I'm glad you didn't think about your sister while we were doing it.''
Elphaba got even greener. ''Ggglin, that's not what IIII mean. I always think of you. Well not always bbbbecause I also have to learn. Bbbut you are mmore important.'' Elphaba stammered at a rapid pace.
Glinda couldn't hold back her laugh. ''Ooh Elphie I was just teasing you. I know I only think about you. I know you always think of me.''
Glinda runs her hand through Elphie's hair. ''I love you.'' she said dreamily. ''It was a truly fantastic evening.''
Elphaba was able to relax again. ''I'm glad to hear that Glin. I am also glad it happened. You're the best thing that ever happened to me.'' She kisses Glinda.
They stayed in bed and enjoyed the silence. Glinda rubbed Elphie's arm and Elphie rubbed Glinda's legs with her feet.
''Come on, Elphie, let's have breakfast. Then we can go to the museum with Nessa and buy clothes earlier.'' Said Glinda breaking the sicence again.
''But the bed is so warm and nice.'' Elphie said, pulling on Glinda's arm.
Glinda fell back on the bed. ''Someone is in a mood. Maybe I should punish you.''
''Ooh please don't.'' Elphie said, laughing.
Glinda climbed on top of Elphie, just about to take Elphie's hands when Nessa knocks on the door. ''Fabala, Glinda wake up. We have a early breakfast. I want to be first at the museum. According to the guide book it is not that crowded then. So we can see everything well. Would you please wake up?
Glinda let herself fall next to Elphie on bed. ''So much for your punishment. But I will come back to it.'''' Okay Nessa we're coming,'' Glinda shouted to Nessa.
''I can not wait. Maybe I should punish you for shouting so loudly''
Laughing they prepare for the day. Glinda takes a bath while Elphaba and Nessa prepare breakfast.
In the bath, Glinda was thinking about her relationship with Elphie. How lucky she is, how different she felt now that she has Elphie in her life. She laughed at the thought that spoiled Glinda was now going to spoil someone else voluntarily. That she now had to work for something she wanted. The price was so much better for doing something than getting it just because she looked nice.
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Meanwhile Nessa cheerfully talks about her dream and how much she is looking forward to the day. Nessa is studying Elphaba. Elphaba is humming. ''Fabala, you look different today. You have a certain glow or blush in your face. You are humming yourself. It's good, but different.''
''Yes, I am extra nervous.'' Elphaba starts to blush even more
''I don't know you could be blushing while you are nerves.''
Elphaba shrugged and hopes Glinda will return soon.
Fortunately, Glinda came out of the room less than five seconds later. ''Breakfast looks so good.'' She sat down at the table.
''Mm Glinda, are you nervous too?''
''No, why do you ask?''
''You have about the same glow, I don`t know blush as Fabala. She said she's nervous.''
Elphie and Glinda both choked on their drinks. Elphie rubbed her arm nervously. ''Yeah, I think Glinda is nervous after all.''
''Maybe we should go and buy some souvenirs for the boys.'' Glinda said quickly to change the subject.
''Yes, I think so. Then it is a good thing you bought a new suitcase,'' said Elphaba who was grateful.
''That is a good idea. I want to buy a nice necklace for Fiyero. Did you know that there are many flowers in the Vikuns. He sometimes calls me his flower. Maybe I can find something to show that this flower is always with him.'' Nessa began to blush. But then her eyes started to shine. ''Can we go to the Vikuns sometime?''
''Of course, I would like that very much.'' Elphie said quickly.
Nessa raised her eyebrow. ''I think you are very nervous. Normally you don't agree so quickly. You normally start to complain about safety and the long journeys.''
''What can I say enjoy traveling. This has been a good experience so far.''
''Ooh look at the clock we have to go if we want to get to the museum first.'' said Glinda, wanting to leave.
Nessa nods. ''Are you ready Glinda? Because then we can go.''
''I'm ready.''
Elphie helped Nessa with her shoes and coat. Within twenty minutes they were walking down the street and talk about the city. Much to the relief of Glinda and Elphaba.
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Inside the palace, the Wizard walked to his study. He sat down with a sigh. He thought of everything he had achieved in his life. He couldn't shake the feeling of disappointment despite having everything he wanted. ''I have everything except my own family,'' he muttered to no one. He was taken out of his mind by someone knocking on his door. ''Come on in.'' The Wizard knew it must be his assistants Claudy.
A red-haired girl steps into his room. She wears clothes that make her look older than she actually is. With her nose in the air, she confidently walks to the empty chair.
''Good morning Your Ozness.''
The Wziard smiles. He knew he was right. ''Good morning Miss Claudy. What's on the program today?''
Like every morning, the Wizard and Claudy went through his schedule. Usually it was people who came from afar to see him. The Wizard always felt a lot better after helping those people. He also knew he was saying things he could never live up to, but people believed him.
''Your last appointment is with Miss Elphaba Thropp.'' Claudy closed her story.
''Oh yes of course that's the student Madame Morrible recommended right?''
Claudy nods. ''Today Madame Morrible starts as your new task Press Secretary.''
The Wizard nods. ''I am curious how she will do it. I have a lot of faith in her. She made a good choice with you. You are a good assistant.''
Claudy began to blush. ''Thank you Your Ozness. You're way too generous.''
The wizard nods approvingly. ''Why is the name Thropp so familiar to me?'' he asked loudly,
"I've already done an investigation on her,'' said Claudy while she gives some papers to the Wizard. ''She is the only green girl in Oz.
''Green?''
Claudy nods. ''She is the eldest daughter of the Governor of Munchkinland. The Governor is now here in the Souhtstairs because he has been abusing his for years.''
The wizard looked startled. ''Poor girl. She has been through a lot in her life.''
Claudy nods. But she was not impressed with the information about Elphaba. She was still jealous and angry that Elphaba had cut her time with Madame Morrible. Previously, she was Morrible's star apprentice when it came to magic. But suddenly Madame Morrible could only talk about Elphaba Thropp. Her classes diminished and Madame Morrible was in Shiz a lot for Elphaba.
Claudy herself has a little magic. Madame Morrible always said she had made a lot of progress. If she had a little more magic, she could have stood next to the Wizard to help the people. Although Claudy didn't care about the people of Oz. She just wanted to have the power. Never have to work for something, everything was done for her.
She was taken out of her dream when the Wizard spoke again. ''I'd like Madame Morrible to be near when Elphaba comes. Maybe I need her help. She knows Elphaba better then I do. You know how people can react when they see me.''
Claudy had never actually been there when the Wizard went to meet people in the throne room. She heard different voices and people react fearfully. Once she had sneaked a look. She saw that the Wizard had been transformed into a large head. She had gotten a little scared and ran away.
Morrible saw it and the Wizard told everything. The wizard had explained that he would only allow himself to be transformed to convince humans and especially enemies that he is the wonderfull Wizard of Oz. ''People expect such things. But only outside my throne room, am I in my real form.''
Claudy was glad she wasn't fired for her disobedience. Since then she knew she had a chance to stand next to the Wizard and also have as much power as he has.
Claudy wrote down the things the Wizard said in her notebook.
''If everything goes well, I want to talk to you at the end of the day. As I said before, you are doing an excellent job. I've talked to Madame Morrible and she also thinks you're ready for the next step in your career.''
Claudy struggled to hide her joy and stay professional.
The wizard saw it and gave her a smile. ''You can cheer for a while if you like. I will not judge you or start seeing you differently. It is very good what you have achieved. You can be proud of yourself.''
Claudy jumped out of her chair and gave the Wizard a hug. ''Thank you your Ozness you don't know how happy you make me with this news.'' She had to work hard with Morrible to be able to cast a few small spells. After that she had to work hard for a year as the Wizard assistants. Now all her work has been rewarded with a promotion.
''I have a suspicion.'' The Wizard grins. He had become very used to his assistants. A year ago when Madame Morrible had introduced her he had his doubts, but in the end he had been very happy with Claudy. ''You know what, take the rest of the morning off and go celebrate with your family and friends. I will see you during dinner.''
''I can't do that Your Ozness. I'm working. I would like to make my dreams come true,'' Claudy said determined.
The Wizard sighs. That was a big downside to his assistants. She was only concerned about her dreams and her career. He knows from his own experience that you also have to make time for your happiness. Your dreams and your happiness are often not the same.
''Miss Claudy how many times do I have to explain it to you. Your life is not all work and dreams. You must also have friends. Your time with your family is very important. Years ago I made the mistake of my life by leaving the woman of my dreams. I didn't fight for her and that's why I'm here alone. Don't get me wrong, I am happy with the job. But when I walk alone through the palace after work, I miss something important. I miss love.'' The Wizard brought tears to his eyes. He spoke even more about the importance of your life outside of work.
Claudy listened obediently. She'd heard this before, but it didn't interest her. She just remembered that the Wizard has finally recognized her talents. She can become his Magic Grand vizier. She can stand next to him. People must then listen to her.
''You can go away'' said the Wizard suddenly.
Claudy hid her surprise well. She hadn't noticed that the Wizard had continued to speak. She went to her study with a big smile.
''So the Wizard can really make everyone happy. After tonight this is no longer my small office. I will get the same room as the Wizard himself. We will be the greatest team of all. I am curious who his new assistants will be.'' Claudy muttered to no one. Her whole face brightened. ''I hope it becomes that Elphaba. Then I can command her. She will regret the day Madame Morrible started teaching her magic at the expense of my classes.'' Claudy said with a vengeance. Claudy was not used to not getting her way. Anyone who consciously or unconsciously endangers her dreams will be confronted with a revenge action by Claudy.
She was already planning what to make Elphaba do. Her smile widened. ''I can't wait for the Wizard and I to have the talk tonight.''
Despite the Wizard's request that she be off the morning, she continued to work. She had no idea who to celebrate with for a promotion. When Madame Morrible discovered her during her time on Shiz, she dropped everything and everyone. She had less contact with her parents and her friends. She only learned all about Magic. The last time she was with her parents they had a big fight. Her parents, like the Wizard, worried that she might be spending too much time in her dream and miss the rest of her life. Her parents had always agreed and spoiled her, suddenly they had doubts when she proudly announced that she was going to be the Wizard's assistant. Her parents would be sorry to hear that she was next to the Wizard. ''Then they will beg for my forgiveness.'' Claudy smiles happly. She would prove to her parents that she would be happy in her own way. She could be alone and take care of herself.
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Claudy looked at the clock and saw that it was still one hour before the appointment with Elphaba. That means it would take another two hours for her to be officially promoted. She looked out the window and saw a green girl walking. Claudy immediately recognized her not only because of her green skin, but also because she had studied Elphie's photo well.
''So you're the girl who made me less able to practice my magic. You're a little tall for a Munchkin. You jeopardized my dream. Prepare for yourself Elphaba, my revenge will be sweet.'' Claudy said as she studies the other people walking next to Elphaba.
Besides Elphaba, a girl rolled over in a wheelchair. She had beautiful long brown hair and looked a bit like Elphaba. Claudy knew it must be Elphaba's younger sister.
Next to the girl in the wheelcairs walks a young woman their age. Claudy's heart beat faster. Her cheeks flushed and her hands were clammy with sweat. Her throat felt dry. The blonde girl threw her hair back and smiled. Claudy couldn't hear why they were laughing but she thought
The blonde girl was so beautiful, Way too beautiful to walk next to such an ugly green frog. Claudy thought.
The blonde girl walked up to Elphaba and took her hand. They seemed to be talking to each other and Claudy felt her jealous feeling grow. Elphaba kissed the blonde girl on the mouth and put her arms behind her neck. The girl in the wheelchair turned her head the other way. Claudy felt all her blood draw from her face.
She couldn't believe such an ugly green bean got everything she wanted. Claudy wanted magic lessons from Morrible but Elphaba took that away. Claudy felt love for the blonde girl whose name she did not yet know, but Elphaba came first. Claudy walked into her room. She swore she would get whatever she wanted. She deserved it. She has given up everything for herself so that she can gain powers. So she's going to show those powers too. Once she becomes the Magic Grand vizier she will get whatever she wants. Everyone would adore her and happiness would come naturally.
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Elphaba withdrew from the kiss.'' Glin, that was great, but not in plain sight.'' Elphie said softly.
''Elphie, we are in an unknown city, nobody knows us here. Do not worry so much. The guards are not going to do anything.''
''Glinda is right,'' Nessa said who looked their way again. ''But explain to me why you can kiss infront of me. But I not with Fiyero infront of you.''
''I would let you kiss with Fiyero as much as you want,'' said Glinda, raising her hands.
''That is the advantage if you are the oldest sister.''
''That is the advantage if you are the eldest sister,'' Nessa said to her sister in a strange voice.
''I don't talk like that, Nessa, and you act very grown up.''
Glinda tried to suppress her laugh.
''I act very mature, you don't give a good reason why I shouldn't kiss Fiyero infront of you.
Glinda could no longer impress her smile and laughs hard.'' You are so nice together. Real sisters. Well come on, we're an hour early because of Elphie`s whinning. Now I also want to see the inside of the palace''.
The three of them walked to the entrance where a large guard stood. The guards' eyes widened when they saw Elphaba but said nothing.
Nervously, Elphaba handed over the letter saying she was expected by the Wizard. The guard looked at her closely. ''What's your name?''
''Elphaba Melena Thropp sir. I'm expected at the Wizard thanks to Madame Morrible.''
The guard nods. Are you big fan of the color green?
Elphaba began to blush. ''Yes, you can see it that way.''
''Don't worry, it suits you. We've had several fans of the Wizard here. Some people who come here more often want to be like the Wizard. So they make masks from our wonderfull Wizard.''
Elphaba didn't know what to say so she nods.
''Who are the other two girls?'' The guard asked seriously again.
''That's Nessarose Thropp my sister and my best friend Glinda Upland from the Upper Uplands.''
Glinda nods approvingly.
''They're coming with me to meet the Wizard.''
''That's fine. The Wizard wants everyone to feel safe in in his palace and country''
Elphaba nods happily. ''He is truly wonderful.''
''You can wait in the waiting room. There are books about the arrival of our wonderful wizard. You can grab a drink and relax. We will call you if you the Wizard can receive you.''
Elphaba nods gratefully. She is happy that Glinda and Nessa can come along, which is very reassuring for her. She helped Nessa into the palace and followed another guard. They were led to the waiting room. Everything was in different shades of green. Sometimes it looked like yellow and other parts of the room it looked like black. Elphaba estimate the room to be 100 meters long and 50 meters wide. There were several shelves filled with books. A couple were waiting and greeted them kindly. Glinda and Nessa spoke politely as Elphaba tried to calm her nerves by reading.
After a guard picked up the couple, the girls talked about their first week of school and about their friends. What felt like an eternity to Elphaba actually lasted only half an hour.
The large doors were put up. A guard with orange hair and a little goatee steps out. He clears his throat. ''Miss Thropp The Wizard will see you now!''
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