CHAPTER THREE
Lucy was packing her bag, to leave as soon as she can. After she was finished, she went to Virginia's room. Virginia was changing Mike's clothes. Lucy knocked the door and entered.
- Virginia. I'm leaving now.
- Oh. Lucy, can't you stay a little bit longer?
- No, I don't want to bother you more. Besides, I have lots of work to do at home. And I must go to New York this week.
- New York? But how? There are only three travelling mirrors. One is broke, the second is here, and the third is deep down in the sea.
- Well, I asked the dwarves to make one more for me.
- Really?
As Virginia finished dressing Mike, she let him go and play in the room, and sat near Lucy on the bed.
- You see, when I was turned into a wolf, I didn't know where to go. I was running in the woods, and once I got very hungry. I was scared, I didn't know what to eat. I never got used to the fact that I had to kill to eat. So, I met this dwarf who knew that I am not what I looked like. And he helped me.
- What was his name?
- Nelson.
- And what did he do? how did you get a mirror?
- He took me to his house in the woods, which I can't find now. I stayed there for a long time. He took me to the Dragon Mountain. There everyone was surprized to see me. They wanted to kill me. But he didn't let them. Then he introduced me to an old mirror. I can't remember it's name.
- Gustav?
- Yes! How do you know it's name?
- I was there once. It's a long story.
- Oh, I see.
- What did he tell you? I mean Gustav.
- He said that I can't turn back to my life. But only one great queen can help me know what to do.
- And who was that queen?
- Snow White.
A big smile raised on Virginia's face.
- She helped me, too! She helped me and dad go out of the mountain. Did you see her coffin? It's all ice.
- Unfortunatly, I didn't see it.
- So what did you do?
- I tryed to find that place, but couldn't find it. Nelson was with me all the time, the poor guy was so tired. So, we stopped somewhere to rest a little.
- But all the dwarves know that place. How come Nelson didn't know?
- He knew it as well. But when we reached there we didn't see anything. He said that if we don't see Snow White there, that means that we won't see her forever..
At that moment the door was opened. It was Wolf.
- There you are! I was searching the whole palace for you! The King wants to see you Lucy.
- See me? Why?
- He wants to tell you something.
- And what would that be?
- How should I know?- Scratches his head, like he doesn't know.- Go and know it from him. I can't read his mind!
- O.K., I'll go there in a few minutes.
- Wolf, would you please leave us alone for a while?- Asked Virginia.
- Huff-puff, I can't say no to my lovely, creamy, dreamy girl. I'm going.
He left and closed the door behind him.
- So, what happened next? - Asked Virginia.
Lucy was confused, why did the want to see her? What will he tell her?
- Lucy? Hellooooo?
- Oh, yes. Sorry, I was thinking. Umm, what was I saying?
- That you will never see Snow White.
- Yes. Well, when we stopped to rest, we fell asleep. And I saw Snow White in my dream. She was so beautiful.
- She was. I remember when I saw her. And she was so nice to me.
- Well, she was nice to me, too. But I felt that she had anger in her. I don't know why, but I felt that. She told me to find a bowl made of wood, which is in a hidden place in the mountain. And eat everything that was in it. She didn't tell me what was I going to eat. And then she said that I won't be that same anymore.
- And what did you do next?
- When I woke up, I didn't find Nelson. I couldn't even smell him. So, I just walked alone in the darkness untill I felt a cool breeze. I ran toward it, and found a place where there was a hole on one side which led to the woods. I was going to go out, but then I noticed a bowl, made of wood, and there was meat in it. Fresh meat! When I came closer to it I saw that it was a heart. A humans heart!
- Oh my God! And you ate it?
Tears came down Lucy's eyes and she said:
- Yes. That's what Snow White told me to do. But I didn't know whose heart was it at that time. So, I ate it all, and ran out of that place as fast as could. I was feeling awful!
Lucy started to cry. Virginia held her and tryed to calm her.
- It's O.K. Lucy, it's all over now. Don't cry. It's over. You don't have to tell me more if you don't want to.
Lucy put her head on Virginia's lap and said:
- No I want to tell you everything. I never told this to anyone before. I kept all to myself, and now that I am telling it I feel more better.
- O.k. then, continue.
- After I ran out I started to feel srange. Pain in my stomach, my body. I couldn't help it. I stopped. Then I saw my hands comming back, and I saw my legs my body, I touched my face and it was me. I was happy for a moment, but then, I thought about what I ate. And about Nelson disspearring. I never understood what happened.
- Was it his..?
- I don't know. I hope not. But sometimes I think it really was him. I can't forgive myself if it really was his heart. Oh, Virginia I feel terrible.
- He helped you. That's why he found you in the woods.
- I think so.
- What did you do next?
- Well, I felt something on the back side of my body, I looked and I saw a tail, I was shocked. But then, I realized what Gustav and Snow White meant when they told me that I won't be the same again. I was a half wolf now. I got used to this life since then. I went back to the mountain, I met the dwarves again, they recognized me this time, thankfully. And they gave me the travelling mirror. They said that it is different from the other three. This one was made only for me, and it was made by a special request from Nelson. They helped me build my house. And the kitchen out of the house was their idea. They said that it would be good for me to have one out of the house, so I would go in and out more often than I expect to.
- Well, that's for sure.I liked that kitchen, and you keep everything there, right?
- Yes, and each time I want something I go there to bring it.
- You are in a movement all day long.
- I guess so. But I never get tired.
Finally she smiled and got up.
- I must go and see what the King wants.
- O.K., but before you leave come and see me O.K.?
- I will.
They hugged eachother and Lucy left the room.
Meanwhile, Wolf went to Wendell's office and entered without knocking.
- Wendy!
- Wolf, I thought that I asked you to knock before entering?
- Yeah, I'm sorry. But huff-puff! She's comming! Are you ready?
- Ready for what? I'm not participating in a race!
- O.K., O.K. I'll go now. See ya!
After Wolf left the room, Lucy knocked the door.
- Enter.- Called Wendell.
- Excuse me Your Majesty. It's me. You wanted to see me?
- Yes, Lucy. Please have a seat.
- Thank you. So, what did you want to tell me?
- Well, I don't know how to say this.. umm.. but, would you stay a little bit longer?
Wendells face was red. Lucy knew what was going on.
- I'm sorry Your Majesty. But I must go home. I have lots of work to do.
- I know, but there's something else that I want you to know..
- What is it?
- Well, I.. umm.. I.. I don't know how to say this.
- Just say it.
- I.. I care for you.. alot. And I want you to stay here with me forever.
- Stay? With you? Forever?
Wendell nodds his head agreeing.
- I.. I can't, I'm sorry.
Lucy ran out of the room crying. She went to her room took her bag and got out. She ran as fast as she could to get out of the palace. Tony saw her in the corridor.
- Lucy, are you leaving already?
Lucy didn't stop, she passed him, got down stairs and ran out of the palace. She ran to the woods, and after running for a while she stopped. Threw her bag to the ground, shouted, howled, shouted again, and cried. She couldn't believe what Wendell told her. She didn't expect it. She took her bag again and walked through the woods toward her house.
At the palace Tony went to Virginia's room to know what was wrong with Lucy.
- Virginia?
- Yes dad.
- What happened with Lucy? She was crying and running in the corridor like a crazy.
- What? Are you sure?
- Yes. I asked her if she was leaving, but she didn't reply. She just ran.
- It's Wendell. I'll go to see him now. Dad would you please stay with Mike till I come?
- Yeah sure, but could you at least tell me what's happening?
- Not now dad. I've got to see Wendell now.
Virginia went to Wendell's office. Opened the door and said:
- Wendell! What did you say to Lucy? Why did she leave crying?
Wendell was sitting in front of his desk, holding his head with both of his hands. He was dissaopinted.
- Wendell! Are you listening to me?
- Yes, Virginia. I heared you.
She came near him and asked:
- What's wrong with you? What happened? Why are you so sad?
- I lost her Virginia. And I think forever.
- Lost who?
- Lucy.
- Lucy? But why? What did you tell her? Why did she ran out of here without saying goodbye? Wendell, what did you do?
- I..Virginia, I think I love her. I tried to tell her that, but she didn't listen.
- Oh, Wendell. You shouldn't have done that. It wasn't the right time, not today..
- How could I know?
- You're right.
At that moment Wolf came.
- What did you do? Wendell! You ruined everything!
- Wolf, please, don't say a word.- Said Wendell.
- You knew all about it?- Asked Virginia.- You knew what he was going to say and you didn't tell me!
- Well, I wasn't allowed to.- Said Wolf and scratched his head.
- If you have told me, she wouldn't have left at all!
- Don't fight now, please.- Said Wendell, as he got up to leave the room.- I will be in my room if you needed me.
- Wendell! You can't just go to you room! You must go after her!- Said Wolf.
- No, not today.- Said Virginia.- I'll go to see her first. Then I'll tell you what to do.
- All right Virginia. if you see her, please tell her that I apologize.- Said Wendell.
- I will, and don't be sad. We'll think of something, O.K.?
Wendell smiled and left the office. He went to his room, locked the door and sat near the window.
- Wolf, how can I find Lucy's house? I don't remember the way.- Asked Virginia.
- I'll come with you.
- No!
- Huff-puff, why?
- Because this is between women. Now, will you tell me how to find her house?
- O.K., I'll take you there, but I won't enter.
- All right, let's go.
Virginia and Wolf left the palace. They reached the house and before getting of the wagon, Virginia asked Wolf to wait for her outside.
She went to the door, knocked, but no one opened. She went to the kitchen in the back yard, the door was locked. No one inside. She went back to the wagon.
- Wolf! She's not here!
- What? Where could she be?
- I don't know. I afraid to think what could happen to her.
Then Virginia remembered that Lucy told her about going to New York.
- The mirror!
- What mirror?
-Wolf, she has a travelling mirror. She might be in New York now.
- A travelling mirror?- He scratches his head and continues.- Where did she get it from? The sea?
- No. The dwarves made one especially for her.
- Interesting. But how?
- It's a long story, besides I'm not allowed to tell you.
- Oh?- Scratches his head agian.- But I'm your husband!
- That's different Wolf, you know that I tell you everything, but not this one. She doesn't want anyone to know. So, when she allows me I'll tell you the whole story, O.K.?
- Can't you tell me just a little? Please, please, please, please?
- Let's just say that a dwarf helped her when she was a wolf. And became her friend. I can't tell you more.
- All right. But we can't find her in New York, it's too big.
- You're right. We don't have her address either.
- But we can search for it.
- You're not going to break the door again, are you?
- No, but I'll open it.
Wolf opened the door like he had the key.
- Wolf how did you do that? Do you have a key?
- No, but I fixed this door, and I know how to open it without a key.- He said with a smile on his face.- Come on, let's find her address.
They entered and searched everwhere for an address book. They couldn't find it. Virginia went to Lucy's room and looked in there. She found a paper on her desk. There was a number written on it.
- Wolf, I found something.
Wolf came quickly.
- What is it?
- There's a phone number here. It might be her number..
- Or anybody else's.
- Maybe, but we have to go back to New York. Come on let's find her mirror.
- I think that it would be better to use our own mirror? At least we know where would we show up.
- I guess you're right. Let's go.
They went back to the palace, wentto Wendell's room.
- Wendell, you must come with us.- Said Virginia.
- Why? Where?
- New York!- Said Wolf.
- New York? Why?
- Because we think that Lucy is there, and it would be better for you two to meet there.- Said Virginia.
- Go without me, please.
- You are comming! Get up now! or I will go and never come back again!- Said Virginia.
- All right! You win! I'm comming.
They went to the mirror's room, turned on the travelling mirror and went to New york.
- Now, we must find a phone. Oh, what am I saying?! Our house is near. Come on let's go!- Said Virginia and all of them went to the apartement.
As they entered, Virginia picked up the phone and dialed the number.
- Hello, may I speak to Lucy please? Oh, I see. Sorry for disturbing. Thank you.
She hanged the phone, and looked at Wendell.
- She does't live there anymore. And they haven't seen her for six months now.
- What are we supposed to do now?- Asked Wendell.
- I think that we should search for her in the Central Park.- Said Wolf.
- The Dragon Mountain!- Said Virginia.
- What?- Wolf wondered if he heared her correctly.
- The Dragon mountain! She said that she and the dwarves are friends. She must be there!
- Then let's go back!- Said Wolf.- But, are you sure that she mentioned "The" Dragon Mountain?
- Yes, Wolf. Let's go now.
They went back to the Fourth Kingdom.
Lucy was packing her bag, to leave as soon as she can. After she was finished, she went to Virginia's room. Virginia was changing Mike's clothes. Lucy knocked the door and entered.
- Virginia. I'm leaving now.
- Oh. Lucy, can't you stay a little bit longer?
- No, I don't want to bother you more. Besides, I have lots of work to do at home. And I must go to New York this week.
- New York? But how? There are only three travelling mirrors. One is broke, the second is here, and the third is deep down in the sea.
- Well, I asked the dwarves to make one more for me.
- Really?
As Virginia finished dressing Mike, she let him go and play in the room, and sat near Lucy on the bed.
- You see, when I was turned into a wolf, I didn't know where to go. I was running in the woods, and once I got very hungry. I was scared, I didn't know what to eat. I never got used to the fact that I had to kill to eat. So, I met this dwarf who knew that I am not what I looked like. And he helped me.
- What was his name?
- Nelson.
- And what did he do? how did you get a mirror?
- He took me to his house in the woods, which I can't find now. I stayed there for a long time. He took me to the Dragon Mountain. There everyone was surprized to see me. They wanted to kill me. But he didn't let them. Then he introduced me to an old mirror. I can't remember it's name.
- Gustav?
- Yes! How do you know it's name?
- I was there once. It's a long story.
- Oh, I see.
- What did he tell you? I mean Gustav.
- He said that I can't turn back to my life. But only one great queen can help me know what to do.
- And who was that queen?
- Snow White.
A big smile raised on Virginia's face.
- She helped me, too! She helped me and dad go out of the mountain. Did you see her coffin? It's all ice.
- Unfortunatly, I didn't see it.
- So what did you do?
- I tryed to find that place, but couldn't find it. Nelson was with me all the time, the poor guy was so tired. So, we stopped somewhere to rest a little.
- But all the dwarves know that place. How come Nelson didn't know?
- He knew it as well. But when we reached there we didn't see anything. He said that if we don't see Snow White there, that means that we won't see her forever..
At that moment the door was opened. It was Wolf.
- There you are! I was searching the whole palace for you! The King wants to see you Lucy.
- See me? Why?
- He wants to tell you something.
- And what would that be?
- How should I know?- Scratches his head, like he doesn't know.- Go and know it from him. I can't read his mind!
- O.K., I'll go there in a few minutes.
- Wolf, would you please leave us alone for a while?- Asked Virginia.
- Huff-puff, I can't say no to my lovely, creamy, dreamy girl. I'm going.
He left and closed the door behind him.
- So, what happened next? - Asked Virginia.
Lucy was confused, why did the want to see her? What will he tell her?
- Lucy? Hellooooo?
- Oh, yes. Sorry, I was thinking. Umm, what was I saying?
- That you will never see Snow White.
- Yes. Well, when we stopped to rest, we fell asleep. And I saw Snow White in my dream. She was so beautiful.
- She was. I remember when I saw her. And she was so nice to me.
- Well, she was nice to me, too. But I felt that she had anger in her. I don't know why, but I felt that. She told me to find a bowl made of wood, which is in a hidden place in the mountain. And eat everything that was in it. She didn't tell me what was I going to eat. And then she said that I won't be that same anymore.
- And what did you do next?
- When I woke up, I didn't find Nelson. I couldn't even smell him. So, I just walked alone in the darkness untill I felt a cool breeze. I ran toward it, and found a place where there was a hole on one side which led to the woods. I was going to go out, but then I noticed a bowl, made of wood, and there was meat in it. Fresh meat! When I came closer to it I saw that it was a heart. A humans heart!
- Oh my God! And you ate it?
Tears came down Lucy's eyes and she said:
- Yes. That's what Snow White told me to do. But I didn't know whose heart was it at that time. So, I ate it all, and ran out of that place as fast as could. I was feeling awful!
Lucy started to cry. Virginia held her and tryed to calm her.
- It's O.K. Lucy, it's all over now. Don't cry. It's over. You don't have to tell me more if you don't want to.
Lucy put her head on Virginia's lap and said:
- No I want to tell you everything. I never told this to anyone before. I kept all to myself, and now that I am telling it I feel more better.
- O.k. then, continue.
- After I ran out I started to feel srange. Pain in my stomach, my body. I couldn't help it. I stopped. Then I saw my hands comming back, and I saw my legs my body, I touched my face and it was me. I was happy for a moment, but then, I thought about what I ate. And about Nelson disspearring. I never understood what happened.
- Was it his..?
- I don't know. I hope not. But sometimes I think it really was him. I can't forgive myself if it really was his heart. Oh, Virginia I feel terrible.
- He helped you. That's why he found you in the woods.
- I think so.
- What did you do next?
- Well, I felt something on the back side of my body, I looked and I saw a tail, I was shocked. But then, I realized what Gustav and Snow White meant when they told me that I won't be the same again. I was a half wolf now. I got used to this life since then. I went back to the mountain, I met the dwarves again, they recognized me this time, thankfully. And they gave me the travelling mirror. They said that it is different from the other three. This one was made only for me, and it was made by a special request from Nelson. They helped me build my house. And the kitchen out of the house was their idea. They said that it would be good for me to have one out of the house, so I would go in and out more often than I expect to.
- Well, that's for sure.I liked that kitchen, and you keep everything there, right?
- Yes, and each time I want something I go there to bring it.
- You are in a movement all day long.
- I guess so. But I never get tired.
Finally she smiled and got up.
- I must go and see what the King wants.
- O.K., but before you leave come and see me O.K.?
- I will.
They hugged eachother and Lucy left the room.
Meanwhile, Wolf went to Wendell's office and entered without knocking.
- Wendy!
- Wolf, I thought that I asked you to knock before entering?
- Yeah, I'm sorry. But huff-puff! She's comming! Are you ready?
- Ready for what? I'm not participating in a race!
- O.K., O.K. I'll go now. See ya!
After Wolf left the room, Lucy knocked the door.
- Enter.- Called Wendell.
- Excuse me Your Majesty. It's me. You wanted to see me?
- Yes, Lucy. Please have a seat.
- Thank you. So, what did you want to tell me?
- Well, I don't know how to say this.. umm.. but, would you stay a little bit longer?
Wendells face was red. Lucy knew what was going on.
- I'm sorry Your Majesty. But I must go home. I have lots of work to do.
- I know, but there's something else that I want you to know..
- What is it?
- Well, I.. umm.. I.. I don't know how to say this.
- Just say it.
- I.. I care for you.. alot. And I want you to stay here with me forever.
- Stay? With you? Forever?
Wendell nodds his head agreeing.
- I.. I can't, I'm sorry.
Lucy ran out of the room crying. She went to her room took her bag and got out. She ran as fast as she could to get out of the palace. Tony saw her in the corridor.
- Lucy, are you leaving already?
Lucy didn't stop, she passed him, got down stairs and ran out of the palace. She ran to the woods, and after running for a while she stopped. Threw her bag to the ground, shouted, howled, shouted again, and cried. She couldn't believe what Wendell told her. She didn't expect it. She took her bag again and walked through the woods toward her house.
At the palace Tony went to Virginia's room to know what was wrong with Lucy.
- Virginia?
- Yes dad.
- What happened with Lucy? She was crying and running in the corridor like a crazy.
- What? Are you sure?
- Yes. I asked her if she was leaving, but she didn't reply. She just ran.
- It's Wendell. I'll go to see him now. Dad would you please stay with Mike till I come?
- Yeah sure, but could you at least tell me what's happening?
- Not now dad. I've got to see Wendell now.
Virginia went to Wendell's office. Opened the door and said:
- Wendell! What did you say to Lucy? Why did she leave crying?
Wendell was sitting in front of his desk, holding his head with both of his hands. He was dissaopinted.
- Wendell! Are you listening to me?
- Yes, Virginia. I heared you.
She came near him and asked:
- What's wrong with you? What happened? Why are you so sad?
- I lost her Virginia. And I think forever.
- Lost who?
- Lucy.
- Lucy? But why? What did you tell her? Why did she ran out of here without saying goodbye? Wendell, what did you do?
- I..Virginia, I think I love her. I tried to tell her that, but she didn't listen.
- Oh, Wendell. You shouldn't have done that. It wasn't the right time, not today..
- How could I know?
- You're right.
At that moment Wolf came.
- What did you do? Wendell! You ruined everything!
- Wolf, please, don't say a word.- Said Wendell.
- You knew all about it?- Asked Virginia.- You knew what he was going to say and you didn't tell me!
- Well, I wasn't allowed to.- Said Wolf and scratched his head.
- If you have told me, she wouldn't have left at all!
- Don't fight now, please.- Said Wendell, as he got up to leave the room.- I will be in my room if you needed me.
- Wendell! You can't just go to you room! You must go after her!- Said Wolf.
- No, not today.- Said Virginia.- I'll go to see her first. Then I'll tell you what to do.
- All right Virginia. if you see her, please tell her that I apologize.- Said Wendell.
- I will, and don't be sad. We'll think of something, O.K.?
Wendell smiled and left the office. He went to his room, locked the door and sat near the window.
- Wolf, how can I find Lucy's house? I don't remember the way.- Asked Virginia.
- I'll come with you.
- No!
- Huff-puff, why?
- Because this is between women. Now, will you tell me how to find her house?
- O.K., I'll take you there, but I won't enter.
- All right, let's go.
Virginia and Wolf left the palace. They reached the house and before getting of the wagon, Virginia asked Wolf to wait for her outside.
She went to the door, knocked, but no one opened. She went to the kitchen in the back yard, the door was locked. No one inside. She went back to the wagon.
- Wolf! She's not here!
- What? Where could she be?
- I don't know. I afraid to think what could happen to her.
Then Virginia remembered that Lucy told her about going to New York.
- The mirror!
- What mirror?
-Wolf, she has a travelling mirror. She might be in New York now.
- A travelling mirror?- He scratches his head and continues.- Where did she get it from? The sea?
- No. The dwarves made one especially for her.
- Interesting. But how?
- It's a long story, besides I'm not allowed to tell you.
- Oh?- Scratches his head agian.- But I'm your husband!
- That's different Wolf, you know that I tell you everything, but not this one. She doesn't want anyone to know. So, when she allows me I'll tell you the whole story, O.K.?
- Can't you tell me just a little? Please, please, please, please?
- Let's just say that a dwarf helped her when she was a wolf. And became her friend. I can't tell you more.
- All right. But we can't find her in New York, it's too big.
- You're right. We don't have her address either.
- But we can search for it.
- You're not going to break the door again, are you?
- No, but I'll open it.
Wolf opened the door like he had the key.
- Wolf how did you do that? Do you have a key?
- No, but I fixed this door, and I know how to open it without a key.- He said with a smile on his face.- Come on, let's find her address.
They entered and searched everwhere for an address book. They couldn't find it. Virginia went to Lucy's room and looked in there. She found a paper on her desk. There was a number written on it.
- Wolf, I found something.
Wolf came quickly.
- What is it?
- There's a phone number here. It might be her number..
- Or anybody else's.
- Maybe, but we have to go back to New York. Come on let's find her mirror.
- I think that it would be better to use our own mirror? At least we know where would we show up.
- I guess you're right. Let's go.
They went back to the palace, wentto Wendell's room.
- Wendell, you must come with us.- Said Virginia.
- Why? Where?
- New York!- Said Wolf.
- New York? Why?
- Because we think that Lucy is there, and it would be better for you two to meet there.- Said Virginia.
- Go without me, please.
- You are comming! Get up now! or I will go and never come back again!- Said Virginia.
- All right! You win! I'm comming.
They went to the mirror's room, turned on the travelling mirror and went to New york.
- Now, we must find a phone. Oh, what am I saying?! Our house is near. Come on let's go!- Said Virginia and all of them went to the apartement.
As they entered, Virginia picked up the phone and dialed the number.
- Hello, may I speak to Lucy please? Oh, I see. Sorry for disturbing. Thank you.
She hanged the phone, and looked at Wendell.
- She does't live there anymore. And they haven't seen her for six months now.
- What are we supposed to do now?- Asked Wendell.
- I think that we should search for her in the Central Park.- Said Wolf.
- The Dragon Mountain!- Said Virginia.
- What?- Wolf wondered if he heared her correctly.
- The Dragon mountain! She said that she and the dwarves are friends. She must be there!
- Then let's go back!- Said Wolf.- But, are you sure that she mentioned "The" Dragon Mountain?
- Yes, Wolf. Let's go now.
They went back to the Fourth Kingdom.