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Author's Note:

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Disclaimer: I don't own anything but the story idea and any OCs.

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Chapter 31:
Alone

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Wendy lay back on her bed with a heavy sigh. Pompey sat down next to her as she tries to comfort her as best she could.

"Don't feel bad, Wendy; it's not your fault." She said. "That plumber fooled everyone, not just you. Just be glad we found out his true intention before anyone got."

"Yeah, I guess you're right, but still..." Wendy trailed on.

"Still what?" Pompey asked with a raise eyebrow. "Don't tell me you were actually falling for him...I thought you say it will never work?"

Wendy sighed. Despite what she said earlier to Kanary, deep down she did had some hopes for the green plumber, that he'll be able to love her like he once did towards the Sarasaland princess. Now, that hope was gone and was replaced with despair.

"I meant what I said." She spoke. "And I was right, it didn't work. It's just that..." She glance down. "It was nice to have someone around to love and care about you, to actually have a husband. I've been dreaming about it since I was a hatchling. But now... I'm starting to think it won't even happen to me."

Pompey sighed. "You're just upset over what the plumber did." She stood up from the bed. "Come on; let's go terrorize some mushroom caps. That will make you feel better."

"Thanks but I think I'll stay here,"

"Suit yourself," Pompey shrugged. "Listen, I have some...uhm, things that I need to do. Do you mind if I'll come by later to check on you?"

Wendy shrugged nonchalantly. "Do as you want, I don't care."

"If you insist," Pompey said as exit out of the room.

Once she was gone, Wendy let out another deep sigh. She wasn't alone for alone before a knock on the door drew her attention. She didn't feel like getting up so she called out to let who ever gain entry. The door opened, revealing it to be Roy.

"Hey," He greeted to her.

She sat up from her bed and greeted him back. "Hey,"

"So..." He said a bit nervously. "How are you feelin'?"

She shrugged "Alright I guess. Although, I'm not gonna lie; I'm a bit disappointed."

"Right," Roy sighed. He entered the room further and kneeled beside the bed. "Look Ora, I'm sorry 'bout da Luigi. I actually thought he'll be a decent guy to ya."

"It's not your fault. If anything, it was his own,"

"Yeah, but still…I shoulda known better than to trust a plumber, especially one from da Mushroom Kingdom. Those little funguses think they're all dat and need to be taught a lesson. Good thing us Koopas are here to pound dat message through their thick caps."

Wendy cracked a small smile. "I guess there's really no hope between us and them, uh?"

"Err, the peace was bound to break sooner or later. I'm actually surprise it wasn't because of us."

"Still, you have to admit things are just going to get harder from here on. I mean, we already having internal struggles with the rebel klan and that's getting worse as time pass. The last thing we need is second fight outside the kingdom. Even though I doubt those mushroom heads will be a match for us, they do have allies that might prove to be a challenge. Not only that, they have the other plumber leading them and you know how hard it is to put him down."

"Damn, you got a point," Roy mumbled mostly to himself. "Well, I'm sure da Council Members will figure out somethin'. If anythin', dis attack will just show them we mean business and aren't in the mood to play their games." He smiled. "Plus on the bright side, I'm sure King Dad will be willing to terminate your marriage now. Before you know it, you'll be back in the dating world finding someone better."

Wendy smiled. "I guess that is something to look forward to...Thanks Roy,"

"No trouble..." He stood up back on his feet. "We should be headin' out soon, you wanna comin'?"

Wendy shook her head. "Nye, maybe next time; right now, I just wanna be alone."

"I get ya," Roy turned and started heading for door. "I'll scare a few extra toads for ya. See ya later,"

"Later Roy,"

The purple koopa exit the room, leaving the pink koopa to herself. Wendy settled back down on the bed and simply lay there. It didn't take long before she started regretting her alone time.

For the first time in her life, she thought the room was too big for her. Everything felt so empty without having someone with her. It was a true sign on just how alone she really was.

She moaned and stood up from the bed. She started walking around, trying to distract herself from the loneliness. Her gaze landed on the history book she always saw Luigi reading.

She scoffed and turned her eyes elsewhere. They eventually found themselves to the vase on top of her nightstand where her water lilies were staring to wilt. She still remembered the first day she saw them. Bright and beautiful with a lovely fragrance, now they were turning dull with hardly any scent left at all.

She sighed and started heading for the door. Hanging around her room wasn't going to help her. Perhaps a walk around the castle can help her clear her mind.

She exited her room and stepped inside the hall. Koopas, Goombas, and even a few Shy Guys were wondering around the castle, getting ready for Bowser's renewal attack on the Mushroom Kingdom. Wendy simply passed by them without much of a thought.

"You really sure about this?" a voice said.

Wendy paused from her step and look up ahead. Ludwig and Kanary stood there. Kanary looked concern and worried while Ludwig was trying to reassure her.

"Sorry Kanary, but someone have to lead a section of the army. Besides, that this point, it's kind of personal."

"It's just so hard to believe. Luigi doesn't seem the type of guy to do such a thing."

"It's usual the last guy you expect. I just didn't think those Mushroom heads were willing to go that far, Mario especially."

"If he's willing to send his brother here to finish us, then he might not be so merciful when you face him head on."

"Well then, either will I,"

Kanary sighed. "Just be careful, alright,"

Ludwig held her hand. "Don't worry; I'll always come back to my little song bird."

Kanary smiled and the two shared a comforting hug, unaware that they were being watch. Wendy felt a wave of jealousy hit her, follow by sadness and lastly loneliness. She left without disturbing them, wondering when she'll even meet her destined mate.

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Ending Note:

For any new readers out there, for my stories Wendy's middle name is Ora.

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