They rode around the meadow for awhile, chatting and laughing. Glinda was happy and relaxed, as was Elphie.
"Next time, we will ride on the trails, you'll love the trails, remember we walked on them a little."
"Sounds fun, I think" She chuckled "This is fun Glinda really, but I think my gangly body is almost at it's limit.
"Oh Elphie, I'm sorry. It's been so long since I've ridden with anyone I forgot, but I'd like to do one more thing if you are up to it. Doubles ride.
"What?"
"You and me on Starlight. It's fun."
She led the horses to the stump and dismounted. She helped Elphie and she managed to slide off more or less gracefully. Glinda remounted her horse and helped Elphie to get up on the saddle behind her.
"See, It works fine, now wrap your arms around me and hold on" Glinda said taking the arms that held her so lovingly and put them around her waist.
"This double riding may have some promise yet" Elphie chuckled.
As they rode off, Glinda made a clicking noise and Starshine followed behind. Elphie held on tightly to Glinda until she adapted to the movement then she relaxed slightly
"We'll take her back to the stables, then we will ride around."
"Well, I'm pretty much at your mercy right now, so Ok" Elphie laughed
She maneuvered the horses expertly into the corral and called for Tymik.
The groom appeared, a little surprised to see both girls on one horse.
"Is Starshine injured Miss Galinda? He said worriedly
No, not at all, Miss Elphaba and I are going to ride double for awhile. Tymik, please give her a good rub down, she had a good work out and was an excellent companion. Give her lots of attention and treats"
"Of course Miss Galinda, Do you require anything else?" the groom asked solicitously
"No thank you,"
The groom bowed and left with Starshine.
They rode out of the stable area, Elphie still holding on to Glinda tightly
"Am I permitted to tease you about the groom's obvious crush on you? " She asked politely
"You are not!" Glinda snapped, ending the conversation, much to Elphie's amusement.
They rode around the grounds, past the green house and around the gardens. Elphie had relaxed her grip on Glinda and was enjoying the ride, the scenery and the closeness of her love.
"This is beautiful Lyndie. Do you do this much?"
"When I can, but I don't get to ride much, since I started school."
Elphie noticed that Glinda had intertwined their fingers.
"Glinda, you're supposed to be steering this thing!" She said trying to take her hands back
"She can steer herself Elphie, and I've still got the reins." She took back the fingers that delighted her so and leaned back a little against Elphie. "I really like this" She sighed "But unfortunately we should be getting back. You will you ride with me again, won't you?"
"Absolutely my sweet."
"Goody" Glinda signaled the horse back to the stables, but stopped suddenly.
"Elphie, let's run," She said excitedly
"What! No!" Elphie said in panic
"Elphie you'll be safe, I promise." She leaned down slightly, forcing Elphie to lean into her.
"Hang on"
Elphie tightened her grip and Glinda signaled the horse who started a slow gallop then slowly sped up. Starlight galloped onto the grassy stretch between the meadow and the house. Although they were not going nearly as fast as Glinda did when she was alone, it was still exhilarating for her. When they approached the house she slowed the horse and they circled the drive and started back.
"Still alive back there my love?" Glinda giggled "May we go a little faster?"
"Why not, 18 years is long enough " Elphie sighed
"Hang on" She yelled as the horse galloped off.
Elphie could feel the wind in her face and actually laughed at the sensation. Glinda hearing this joined in and sped the horse up slightly. Then she yelled into the wind.
"Elphie, yell" she called as the horse galloped past the stables
Elphie yelled feeling a little silly, but discovered it felt liberating. The horse turned at a seemingly pre-designated spot and raced back towards the meadow, the two girls on her back laughing and yelling.
When they reached it. Glinda slowed the horse's gait and the walked her for awhile for a cool down.
"Elphie?" She queried of her quiet friend
"Wow, that was very gratifying, frightening, but gratifying. I can see how you get caught up in it"" Elphie said
Glinda giggled and signaled the horse back to the stables where she maneuvered her over to a box and slid off. Elphie followed suit without assistance.
Tymik appeared "Same orders Miss Galinda" He smiled
"Yes please, She had a good run."
She patted her horse and whispered in her ear, the horse nickered in response and nuzzled the girl's face.
Elphie watched the interaction with great interest.
"Ready Elphie?" Glinda said reluctantly
"I am, are you?" She chuckled
They walked slowly back to the house. Glinda noticed Elphie walking a little gingerly.
"I'm sorry I didn't warn you about the soreness"
"It is well worth every little ache and pain, my sweet." Elphie said sincerely
"Really?" She said happily
"Absolutely, Thank you for sharing that with me, especially the run. I know how special that experience is for you."
"And now even more so. Thank you for agreeing, or at least not complaining" She smiled
As they walked Elphie noticed tears sliding down Glinda's cheeks.
"Lyndie?" She asked wiping the tears away.
"I'm fine, just very content. Running with Starlight, while feeling you holding on to me was incredible."
She kissed the long green fingers to soothe the sting she knew Elphie felt
"I'm glad my sweet. It was rather incredible for me as well."
They walked into the house and went to look for Glinda's mother. Unable to locate her they went upstairs.
"Glinda I'll change and be right over" Elphie said
"Ok Elphie"
Elphie very carefully pulled of the jodhpurs, they were clingy and by the time she got them off she noticed her skin was a little more sensitive than usual. She sighed and went to oil her legs. After she put on a loose skirt and changed tops, she went over to Glinda's room. Her favorite roomie was changed and sitting on her sofa.
"You Ok Elphie?"
"Yes, I'm fine" She sat down and opened her arms. "Carefully my sweet" she grinned
Glinda gently leaned against her and snuggled softly
"Elphie, did you really enjoy the ride?"
"Once I got used to it, yes I did, I had no idea you were such a talented equestrian."
"I've been riding since I was small. You are not too sore are you? No bruises on your behind?"
"No and no" She chuckled leaving out the sensitive skin issue, since she wasn't exactly sure what caused it.
They were sitting quietly together when Glinda's mother knocked and announced herself.
"Come on in Momsie" Glinda said as she slid over to the other end of the sofa.
"I was told you were looking for me?"
"Uh huh" Glinda nodded "Sit with us for a minute?"
Gwenot sat in a chair
"How did you like your first ride Elphaba darling?"
"It was quite an experience, I enjoyed it"
"I'm so glad," She said happily
"She's a little sore Mom, and might be a little more tomorrow"
"Oh yes, It's been so long since a novice rider was in the house, I almost forgot. Elphaba dear, I have something you should take tonight before you go to sleep, it will help your muscles not to tighten up."
"Alright, if you think that is best," Elphie said
"Girls, The family arrives early tomorrow morning, do you wish to accompany Jefet into town to collect them?"
"We'll talk about that." Glinda said
"Fine, fine. Things are going to start getting a little hectic around here. Elphaba darling, if you feel the need to retreat for some quiet time, please feel free to do so"
"I appreciate that Gwenot, really, but I think I'll be fine. I'm getting used to all of this, somewhat"
"That's so good to hear. Glinda, I'm told we will need medical personnel standing by for when your father sees you in your dress."
"If Elphie's reaction was any indication, daddy's going to hate it." She giggled and Elphie blushed
"I can't wait to see it then" Her mother laughed "I envy you Elphaba, Byjon has never, ever broken his rule, before now. Is my little girl beautiful in her gown?" She asked
"Gwenot out of fear for my life, all I will say is that she is a little girl no longer." Elphie laughed
"And Elphie is shimmery" Glinda giggled
"My, this just gets more interesting by the minute. Now my darlings why did you wish to see me?
"Just to find out what time is dinner"
"In two hours. Relax while you can my dears." She gracefully got up and left them alone.
"Elphie, Momsie was right. Things are going to get hectic, with party set up and family things. I don't want you to become overwhelmed by it all, My family is a gregarious bunch, and will be very curious about you."
"Don't worry about me my sweet, I mean that. I want you to enjoy every minute that your family is here. I'll be just fine. If I need some time with you, I'll request it." She opened her arms and Glinda moved into them.
"Lyndie, I will admit that I'm still not comfortable with all of the mothering and attention I receive here. But I'm not entirely uncomfortable with it either. I'll hold my own with any questions, comments or whatever comes my way over the next few days. The unadulterated happiness I feel watching you interact with your parents, and the staff, even your horses makes everything balance out. I love you."
Glinda tears in her eyes, looked up at her friend. We are going to have the best time Elphie. I just know it. Do you want to go into town to greet the family?"
"I want you to go my sweet. Go hug, kiss, squeal and bubble, I shall be here when you return and will meet them then."
"Elphie, are you sure? That doesn't seem right."
"It is and it is also my preference."
"I love you so much" She shifted position and hugged her precious love.
Elphie kissed her softly, and reassuringly.
"We will have the best time my sweet"
Dinner was as usual, comforting, fun and delicious. They talked about the riding lesson, Samion's day at work, and of course the party.
"Girls" Her father said. "Some of the young men in my building have requested the honor of a dance with you. So many, in fact I may have them take numbers, or draw lots. I'd hate to have a repeat of the last dance incident" Her parents chuckled at the memory.
"I'll tell you later, Elphie." She smiled at her love's questioning look
"You do that dear, and explain the dance request protocol as well" Gwenot said, still chuckling
"Sure Momsie, How many people will be at the ball anyway."
"Well, dinner is a small contingent of family and close friends- 25"
"25 people for dinner!" Elphie said shocked
"As I said a small contingent. And for the ball itself, approximately 200.
Elphie audibly gasped and went a little pale.
"I think she just realized what we meant by ball" Glinda chuckled "May we be excused please, I'd like to try and salvage my friendship, before she decides to catch the next train back to Shiz."
"I'm sorry, I assumed she knew"
"So did I" Glinda was still chuckling "Elphie, let's go talk about this"
"Yes, let's" She said struggling to maintain an even tone. "Excuse me please"
"It'll be fine," Glinda said as they left the dining room
"Don't count on it" Elphie retorted
Elphie strode down the hall taking long strides as she usually did when she was upset.
"Library!" She spat making her way into her favorite room.
Glinda sighed and followed her in. She knew that Elphie wasn't really upset, just taken aback. A little venting and a few choice expletives and she would be fine. Shutting the doors, Glinda saw her friend pacing and twitching.
"200 people, Why didn't you tell me there were going to be 200 people!"
"I just found out myself Elphie, you know that" She said calmly, going over to sit in their favorite spot.
"Me, in that gown in front of 200 people" She groaned
The next five minutes or so consisted of more twitching and lots of I can't handle this, I'm not cut out for this, I'll make a fool of myself, I'll embarrass everybody, and the expected choice expletives. At last she came and sat down across from Glinda
"Feeling better, my love?" She said trying no to coddle
"Somewhat. I know I'm overreacting, but the vision of 200 people looking at me" She shuttered slightly
"We talked about this Elphie, you knew you'd be getting a lot of attention," Glinda said reasonably
"I know, but so many people all at once." She sighed
"Elphie, not all at once. My parents will be discreetly introducing you to two or three people at a time, as will I and possibly Jilla. It's not like we are going to present you at the door then feed you to the wolves" She chuckled and continued
"Some people you will want to chat more with and some you will find complete bores, that's the way these things work. My guess is after my parents get all of the perfunctory introductions out of the way, and our official dances are over we will be free mingle as we wish, that's why we are unescorted, remember"
"I know I know. I said I was overreacting, but I had no idea I would be introduced to 200 people."
"You won't be my love, some will be doomed to admire you from afar. I told you, you will be well insulated." She smiled warmly " Please trust us Elphie, my parents are well aware of your natural tendency towards shyness and are not going to overburden you."
"I know that too, I'm being ridiculous aren't I?"
Glinda took Elphie's hand and led her to the sofa, then she took a chance and put herself in her loves arms.
"No Elphie you are not. I know how people react to you; I've seen it. I've done it. And I'm not saying that won't happen at the ball, but for the most part you will either be: Elphaba, Galinda Upland's stunning, shimmering roommate, or Elphaba, Thropp Third Descending from Nest Hardings, depending on whom you are talking to. I know for a fact you can handle yourself perfectly well being either of those. It's being just plain Elphaba that seems to give you the most trouble, and believe me when I tell you there will be nothing plain about you on Saturday night."
Elphie sighed and squeezed Glinda tightly
"Were you aware that you fell in love with a screwed up, panicky, multiple personality?" She chuckled
"Uh huh, and I love all of them very much" She stated matter-of-factly
"I wish I could" Elphie muttered
"I know what will make you feel even better" Glinda said, " You seem to be under the impression that 200 people will be in the ball room."
"They're not?" Elphie said confused
"Hardly, it's a grand ballroom, but not that grand" She laughed "Come with me"
She took Elphie's hand and led her out of the library
"Allow me to give you a tour" They entered the parlor, her parents were in there.
"Is all well darlings?"
"Yes all is well." Elphie said "Gwenot, Samion, I apologize for my behavior earlier, it was in excusable." She said miserably.
"No need at all to apologize dear, these things can be a bit overwhelming when you are not used to them."
"I'm giving her a tour of how things will be set up and spread out. Is it possible to leave the library free as a family refuge?" Glinda chimed in
"Of course dear. The parlor will be set up with more chairs as one gathering place for ladies to chat, or rest
We can set up for the men in the everyday dining room, instead of the library. Samion?"
"Perfect" He said "Well, carry on girls, happy touring
Glinda went over and kissed her parents. "Thanks"
"Glinda, you just commandeered the library so I could have a place to hide, didn't you?"
"Elphie, I asked that the library be used as the Upland family gathering space. You just happen to be a member of the Upland family." She winked and took her love's hand.
"Chairs will be all around the foyer, in-groups and by themselves, for people who want a break or are waiting for someone. There will be small tables and chairs in the main hall."
They entered the formal dining room
"After dinner, the table will be moved against that wall" She pointed "And loaded down with finger foods,
A bar will be over there, and more tables and chairs spread around in here."
"Wow, When your mother said hectic, I had no idea."
"She will be very busy, Daddy too. The kitchen is off limits to anyone not serving. Especially me" She laughed
They went into the ballroom
"There will be a stage type thing set up in the corner for The Frottica String and Brass Ensemble and some chairs will be around the walls, but mainly people stand around in here to listen to the music and to dance, like this"
She giggled and started to dance with Elphie, who quickly took the lead and they danced around for a few moments.
"Thank you for explaining that to me, I was having trouble envisioning what went on in a ballroom." Elphie chuckled
"My pleasure" She giggled "The room over there will also be set up as a gathering space. Now out here is my favorite."
She took Elphie over to two sets of big double doors that opened on a long terrace that overlooked a lawn.
"Lights will be put up out here and on the trees out there, I love it."
They walked around the terrace.
"Couples, newlyweds, and other people in love, come out here for a quiet moment, It is beautiful, magical, and romantic, with the twinkling lights and music wafting out. I used envy my older cousins and friends when they'd come out here with their loves. I dreamt of when I'd old enough to sneak out here with my love. And now I can"
She gazed at Elphie, and with great effort refrained from hugging and kissing her.
"Yes you can" Elphie said kissing her lightly and quickly.
"In public Elphie?"
"It's private enough for that" She blushed "Now anyway"
Glinda smiled happily "See now how things will be, people will be coming and going, dancing, talking, eating. Better?"
"Much, I may actually survive this yet" She chuckled
Glinda smiled and led her love back to the parlor.
"Did she frighten you back to Shiz yet?" Samion laughed
"Not quite yet" Elphie chuckled
"Momsie, I'm going with town with Jefet, but Elphie is staying here"
"That's fine dear, I'll wake you in time. I'll be up in a little while with your medicine. Elphaba"
Elphie nodded and Glinda hugged and kissed her parents
Back up at their rooms they separated to get ready for bed. Elphie bathed and changed then went over to Glinda's room to wait for her to get out of the tub.
"I'm here Lyndie" She called settling in on the couch.
A storm was starting up, although far in the distance. Elphie went over the day's events processing feelings and issues as she always did. Her main concern was Glinda and their talk in the meadow. She had accepted the suggestion, Elphie just hoped trying it wouldn't cause her more distress. She was nervous about meeting Jilla and her husband and the rest. Not everyone in Glinda's life would treat her like her parent's did.
She thought about the ball, then decided not to think about the ball.
"Worry about the relatives first, then worry about the ball" She told herself
Glinda came out in a purple nightdress, her hair wrapped in a towel, She fell in a purple heap across from Elphie on the sofa.
"I really can't wait for you to meet Jilla and Pajul and Aunt Greda and Uncle Robil. And I can't wait for the ball."
Speaking of balls, you want to tell me about the infamous last dance incident?"
Glinda giggled and went to snuggle with Elphie, because she heard the storm in the distance, but stopped remembering her hair was still wet.
"We'll adjust" Elphie said. And they did
"Well, at my 14th birthday party, my escort was a friend from school. He was a nice boy, quiet and polite. Boring actually" She laughed
"By custom your escort has, at the very least, the first and last dances, which reminds me, we'll talk about the dance acceptance protocols later. Anyway, we spent most of the evening with our respective friends and I danced with others, as did he."
"Sounds innocent so far" Elphie chuckled
"There was this one boy there I found very intriguing, he was a bit … bad. He was in trouble a lot. He ignored me most of the evening, which was rude, because it was my birthday"
"Quite rude" Elphie agreed smiling
"Finally he asked me to dance, I wasn't aware it was the last dance until my escort appeared. He was not one to defy convention, so he insisted on my right to the last dance with him. Bad Boy disagreed and frankly, I was on his side. Escort Boy thought I was being treated inappropriately and said so, which didn't make Bad Boy very happy and he said so, using a few words I had to ask about later." She chuckled
"You do seem to leave havoc in your wake my sweet"
"Bad Boy took my arm, and tried to lead me away, so Escort Boy punched him, thinking he was defending my honor. Luckily my father intervened or Bad Boy would have more than likely killed Escort Boy."
"I'm surprised your parents let you out of the house, let alone let you go away to school" Elphie laughed
"My mother smoothed it out with both boys' parents calling it an amusing misunderstanding. I attended a few more functions with Escort Boy. And was grudgingly allowed to attend one with Bad Boy. Bad Boy however turned out to be a little to bad for my liking. He tried to get me to drink ale, and smoke a cigarette."
"You didn't!" Elphie said shocked
"I said tried. I didn't really drink until my 17th birthday party, but that's another story" She giggled
"I'm wondering if I haven't gotten in over my head. As your nominal escort, I'm afraid I'll be lacking. I won't punch anyone, I'm not bad, I least I don't think so, Although, eventually I maybe able to give Mr. Happy Lips a run for is money." She chuckled
"Ohh, fun!" Glinda giggled snuggling closer, doing a very good job of ignoring the approaching storm.
Glinda's mother came in with Elphie's soreness medicine.
"I'm feeling better now, really Gwenot" Elphie said.
"This is to prevent stiffness tomorrow. We usually mix it in tea, but I think milk will do as well."
She mixed a packet of powder into a small glass of milk.
"It might not taste very good, but try and drink it all dear."
Elphie complied, draining the glass and making a face that made Glinda giggle.
"Good girl, thank you" Gwenot said taking the glass and kissing Elphie's forehead, then kissing Glinda
"We usually have to threaten Galinda to get her to take her medicine" She chuckled "Goodnight my darlings"
"Goodnight" they said in unison
She waved and left the girls alone
They went back to snuggling, Elphie sorting through the confusing feelings that Gwenot's kindness always seemed to bring on. Her thoughts were interrupted
"Elphie what was your favorite birthday party like?" Glinda asked, now able to cuddle properly.
"I've never had a birthday party" She stated simply
"Never, ever" Glinda sat up appalled "Elphie, not even your 18th"
"Not even then. Nessa has had them though"
"Now I'm distressed, you need a birthday party" She pouted
"So I suppose this is your new mission" She chuckled
" One of many. I shall have to think on this" She perked right up.
"You do that" She pulled her love back into her arms and kissed her head "Seeing as I have no idea how to stop you. Don't you think you should go to bed soon? Your mother will be getting you up early. And besides I think that medicine is making me sleepy"
"It does that to me too. Will you stay with me until the storm passes" Glinda asked quietly
"Of course my sweet" Elphie said soothingly
They crawled into Glinda's bed and Elphie wrapped her arms around her. "Ok?"
"Perfect" She sighed
The rain came, followed by some thunder and lightning. Glinda cuddled closer and Elphie sang softly to her.
It stormed for awhile, although not severely, and Glinda emerged with only a few whimpers and trembles.
"Thank you" Glinda said and kissed her protector
"Any time" She kissed her back "Now sleep"
"Will you stay?" She said cuddling
"If you wish" Elphie smiled sleepily
"Goody" She gave Elphie a longer kiss, sighed happily and fell asleep.
Elphie was asleep moments later
Gwenot knocked on her daughter's door in the morning and walked in "Galinda darling time to get up. Jefet will be leaving in 45 minutes."
She went over and shook her daughter slightly, trying not to wake Elphie. She figured they would be together because of last night's storm.
"Galinda Upland- wake up this instant or you shall be left behind" She said sternly but smiling
Glinda opened her eyes and saw her mother. "Morning Momsie" She smiled
"Did you make it through the storm alright darling?" She whispered helping her out of bed
"I was scared, but I didn't cry." Glinda said proudly
"Congratulations darling, that's wonderful. Now dress quickly, you have half an hour."
She kissed her daughter and left
Glinda dressed quickly and put her hair in a bow, then sat on the bed and looked at a still sleeping Elphie.
How she loved this girl, her green skin, her angular features, her multiple personalities. She just plain loved her.
"Elphie, my love" She said gently, knowing full well she was a major grump in the mornings
"Elphie, I'm leaving, I'll be back in an hour or so. Elphie?"
"I'm awake, already, be gone with you." She grumped barely opening her eyes
Glinda gave her a kiss "I love you Elphie"
"And I you, will you leave already" She half grumped, half smiled
"Bye my love" She flounced out shutting the door.
Elphie sat up and stretched smiling. How she loved that obnoxiously perky in the morning girl.
After she dressed Elphie went down to see who was home, as it turned out Glinda is the only one who had gone. Gwenot was in the parlor.
"Good morning Elphaba darling, how are you aching joints this morning?"
"Non aching, thank you, that medicine was great"
Would you like some coffee dear, we shall have breakfast when everyone arrives."
"I'd love some coffee, thank you. And I'd like to talk with you if you have a moment" She said accepting a cup
"Certainly dear"
She told her about her talk with Glinda yesterday, and about the story she told her
"Elphaba that was a very appropriate thing to do. As I said you have remarkable instincts. How did she respond?"
"She said she would try, no tears and no nightmares last night"
"Thank you for telling me, It is comforting to know." She smiled warmly at the girl who cared so much for her daughter.
They sat and sipped coffee and chatted for awhile
"Elphaba dear, the relatives will be here shortly, and I have some things to attend to, would you excuse me please?"
"Of course Gwenot, I'll wait in the library"
"I'll tell Galinda"
Elphie went to the library. Not wanting to dwell too much on the impending meeting, she selected a book.
Taking her glasses out of her pocket, she sat to read. Sometime later she heard excited voices in the hall.
She closed her book, and put her glasses on top of it. Everyone knew by now, that she wore glasses to read, and they always managed to end up back on her nightstand. She debated whether to stay put until Glinda came for her, or make an appearance in the hall. Nervousness prompted her to choose the former. About 15 minutes later Glinda came bursting in
"Elphie, I'm so excited. Jilla will be down soon, they all went to freshen up, then we'll make introductions and breakfast, Cook made a buffet" She was bubbly and bright.
She gave Elphie a quick hug and kiss
"Nervous, my love?"
"A little" She replied
"Ozma" They heard a voice from the hall
"Regent" Glinda called back giggling "Elphie was familiar with this game and smiled.
A girl about Elphie's height, with striking red hair came in the library.
"Jilla" She ran over and grabbed her cousin "This is my very best friend and roommate Elphaba Thropp. Elphie this is my very favorite cousin, Jilla Newboron,"
Elphie extended her hand.
"It's so nice to finally meet you Jilla, Glinda has told me a lot about you."
"Likewise Elphaba, I've been looking forward to meeting the unfortunate soul that was forced to share a room with this one" She hugged her cousin. Her words were friendly, but slightly guarded and Elphie could tell she was being sized up.
Pajul came in soon after. He was a striking man, dark hair, tan skin, and green eyes, a little taller than Jilla.
"Elphaba, may I present my husband, Pajul. Pajul this is Galinda's best friend Elphaba Thropp."
"Pleased to meet you Elphaba"
"Likewise Pajul"
"Are you a Munckinland Thropp by any chance" He asked
"By every chance, I am the Thropp Third Descending" Elphie said holding back her sigh.
His eyes flew open. "You're the next Eminent Thropp?" He said, "Oh my, excitement made me forget my manners. I apologize." He said sincerely
"No apologies need Pajul, really. I am what my title suggests," She said politely
Glinda started to say something and fearing it was to correct the misassumption. Elphie laid her hand on the blonde's arm.
Luckily, the call went out for breakfast. Jilla took her husband's arm and headed out the door. Elphie held Glinda behind
"Lyndie, no one must no yet that I will not be accepting the title of Eminent Thropp, please. I'll explain later"
"Sure Elphie, I had no idea he would know who you are."
"Let the games begin " Elphie said grinning And they headed off to breakfast and into the inevitable inquisition.