AN: HIYA GUYS! I know this was a reeeeaaaallly long update wait but now I'm glad to say hat all my exams are finally over! YAAAY! I had my last one today so now I have more writing time and therefore = swifter updates (: I would still like to say thank you to everyone for staying with this story and for the support, it's highly appreciated! This story is going to be coming to an end soon and I may have some ideas for a new story *hint* *hint* its in the works but I haven't started righting it yet anyways I hope everyone is having a great summer so far!

Throppland xx

Attempting to trudge through the thick area of snow, the frottican abducted her legs from side to side, hoping to achieve getting around the corner without falling into the highstreets lively pathways. It seemed that the whole population of Shiz and other dwellers had swarmed all into the cordial area at once. People were hurrying along with baskets filled with lurlinemas goods of various colours and assortments of smells that prickled at the frottican's taste buds. Her stomach wasn't pleading unaware either, rumbling as it was she sighed and quickly scurried along to the nearby bakery to calm her stomachs demands. She needed something to keep her going before starting her little mission on seeking out the books she wanted to give Elphaba.

Elphaba...even thinking of her emerald girlfriend put her into a certain tension with herself. Flutters were sent down into a stirring twinge she tried to suppress. The blonde battled with her raging suspicions about what Elphaba had said on those notes about her being her mistress. One of them had read about their being consequences if she did not meet Elphaba back at the dorms at precisely the hour she wished. She dared herself to be late to find out, presuming it was something erotic; if Elphaba was ever capable of such a thing.

'Of course my Elphie is...enough to make me swoon and in my dreams for that matter '.

Those thoughts just wouldn't dislodge themselves . Blushing furiously she walked up to the counter to order her coffee and an adequate serving off buttered and creamed scones. Although her stomach rumbled she wasn't as hungry as she thought. A little snack for now would last her until the time she was ready for her dinner. Galinda leaned into the counter slightly. The bashful look and her scarlet coloured cheeks were of no secret to the young man serving her. He smiled in greeting and stood to his full length. Whether that was meant to impress her she didn't care to wonder about it.

"Good day my fine little lady, what can I do for you?" Well if that didn't sound patronising she didn't know what did. He smiled at the obvious reddening of her cheeks. She could see that he was misinterpreting her blush. He must have believed it to be because of him an his bewitching good looks. She could see he was handsome but she was far from interested in his antiques and the supposed assets he was now trying to flaunt her way. He puffed out his chest and bit his bottom lip, gripping it between his upper set of pearly whites. Galinda dismissed this completely.

"May I have the morning snack set please, the one with the two cream scones and a Cappucino." She paused in thought putting a finger to her glossed lips," oh! extra cocoa powder on the froth please. He gave her another "once over" before answering.

"Right'o Miss, you must have a sweet tooth I see."

"I may have...not that it matters much."

"As sweet as yourself" He smiled brightly. She must have known him from somewhere.

"Excuse me!" She felt like swatting him with her purse but being of good couture she fought against it.

"You're still blushing," he said calmly."

"My countenance is irrelevant to you."

"Your blush says otherwise." Her eyes narrowed at him. Where on earth had she seen that face? Probably some drunken young male at one of her formal dinners back in Gillikin she supposed. His immaculate presentation suggested so. She leaned back off the counter and tapped her manicured nails on the surface.

"Is my coffee ready?" He looked at her as if he was going to say something. Not being capable of any words he turned back around and pressed it into her hands.

"There you go Miss."

"Thank you." She looked at him which she cursed herself for since he winked at her. Walking over to her seat she took her plate of scones and Cappuccino. She whipped her finger around the froth of her coffee and placed it into her mouth.

'Sweet Oz that's good'

Finishing it off she slouched back in the chair, closing her eyes to imagine combing her fingers through thick raven tresses until a certain someone patted her shoulders, causing her to squeak.

"Sweet Oz! Shenshen you startled me, lurline above don't do that to me." Shenshen giggled, causing the frottican to giggle with her.

"I've missed you Galinda," beaming she patted the blonde's head and then sat down.

"Oz Shen, Watch my curls." The brunette rolled her eyes at the blondes comment.

"You look as beautiful as ever and the curls are fine, I assure you,they are still immaculate Galinda."

"Well that's highly debatable,"

The blonde said in a way that she was mocking her mother's voice and raising her nose in the air. She tried to emphasise the affectation. Shenshen laughed at this knowing Galinda was joking.

"I have missed you too by the way. You see when Elphaba told me about what you had done for Lavera and about apologising. Being of a certain social standing like me, I wouldn't think you would of had the heart to change." Galinda paused a minute realising how wrong that had came out.

"Not that I ever doubted you in such a way, it's just-" Shenshen nodded vigorously to cut Galinda off before she got herself into a fluster.

"I know what you mean Galinda, I take no offence. People change. You and Elphaba being evidence of that, I can see when things are getting too out of hand so i decided I had enough."

"Well I'm glad, because I think I have a newfound respect for you Shen."

"And I you Galinda." Shenshen took the blonde's hand in hers for a moment and squeezed it lightly. Finishing their little heart to heart the blonde spoke

"Anyway, Elphie? Changed!"

"Well she's a little less prickly isn't she " this caused Galinda to giggle and give a smirk as she took a sip of her coffee.

"Yes... guess you could say that. But she was just misunderstood on a grand level."

"Indeed, she was, well, still is, but I guess you could say me and Elphaba had a revelation between us. talking about our favoured subjects for example, we are pretty alike, in terms of knowledge of animals and science, yet on my behalf I can't say I'm nowhere near as diligent. Anyway come on then, I'll come with you to do some shopping." Galinda perked up at the sound of the word shopping that she shot up from her seat, linking her arm with Shenshen to drag her along.

"As if I would say no to you joining me on a shopping spree, Shen. "

"You're forgetting your scones?" The blonde nodded her head.

"Nope they're coming with me," she singed as she wrapped them in a serviette she was handed.

They walked out of the bakery, arms linked as Galinda begun her usual chatter.

"So I'm looking for these books for Elphaba, mostly to do with anatomy and theories, what so have you, she loves her stupid bloody dusty old things."

"I'd say she has good taste Miss Galinda." The blonde peered at her for a minute in surprise.

"Oh Lurline, don't tell me you're that much of a bookworm too."

"Yes... I kept that a secret from the group of socialites, didn't want you all to think I was a boffin now did I? That spoils all the fun." Galinda gave her a raised brow but chose not to comment.

As they walked on a little further Galinda gasped. Shenshen wondered why they had come to a halt all of a sudden until she saw where the blonde's eyes trained towards. It was an Ozdust Boutique.

"Ooooh no." Shenshen chuckled as she said it. She was amused at how short Galinda's concentration was. "Maybe after, look Galinda you're the one who's suppose to be doing the bloody shopping for Elphaba, I might as well do it," the brunette murmured.

"No, no I'll do it. I can't help it. It takes hours of shopping to look this immaculate you know dear Shen."

"Oh don't I bloody know it." She knew how long it took the blonde just to pick out one article of clothing. It wasn't an entertaining activity.

Walking on the dusting of snow, they crossed the road to enter the bookstore. Galinda removed the list from her bag and begun to fish around for the right titles. Shenshen nodded her head to indicate that she wasn't looking in the right place.

"Galinda. This is row A to G in the," Shenshen pursed her lips together and knitted her brows in an inquisitive way. She raised her head slightly to see what category they had actually come across. "Sweet Oz Galinda this is the Carnal section you dirty little mare!" she said in a sharp whisper. Despite the circumstances she laughed. The Frottican look startled and drew herself away.

"You could have told me, I don't know where I'm going, I've never set foot in a bookstore in my life!"

" oh come on Galinda look at the signs next time! Plus you're looking in A to G, we want H to W."

"Oh whatever." The blonde started mumbling under her breath of which Shenshen could not decipher.

They carried on their bickering as they found the books one by one. It took them actually less than they had thought. Well. Thanks to Shenshen, since Galinda wasn't having much luck to begin with.

As they reached the till the blonde asked for them to be gift wrapped. They were all placed in packaging, laying in long strips of confetti, that shimmered as they caught the light; their colours consisted of red and green to emphasise the Lurline tradition. To top it off the items are all settled in a cleverly decorated wooden basket. Before paying Galinda was busy examining the store for what else she could see.

"Ah! Can i have that black, glossed glasses case too please." The blonde said.

Clearing her throat Shenshen said..."Are you sure she'll use that?"

"Of course. She always moans about her case and the hinges coming off of it. It's about time she got a knew one. I'm sick of the sight of seeing that ghastly old thing, I'm surprised her glasses haven't fell out and cracked yet."

"Oh she's dropped them several times."

"Ah, well there you go then."

Taking the basket with care Galinda thanked the cashier and left with Shenshen. They walked in a mutual silence. This gave Shenshen some time to contemplate about whether she should tell Galinda about the recording or just leave it to herself. It wouldn't matter either way since she had obtained it. Not wanting to worry the blonde she didn't bother, she'll keep her little payback plan and issues to herself. Shrugging of the idea, she spoke, clearing the subject in her head.

"Elphaba told me to say that she's still waiting for you, whatever that means?"

Galinda gave a sideward glance not fulling looking at her "Waiting?" Realising what she meant she could feel her cheeks begin to burn slightly. Elphaba just had to give another jab. She knew it was only an erotic joke but she only wished it to be Elphaba being serious and not just it being a teasing remark. Whether that would unfurl in the future she didn't know. However, what she did know is that she would rather it be sooner than later...

"Are you alright Galinda?"

"I'm absolutely fine." The blonde turned away as she spoke to stop drawing attention to herself.

'She's onto me I know she is'

"If you say," Shenshen. 'Oh Galinda you are definitely not a master of disguise. I wonder what they do behind their doors? Hang on what! Lurline Shen what are you going on about!'

She wasn't dull-witted, she had an idea about what was going on between the two. Not wishing to embarrass her any further she chose not to ask any more questions.

"Elphaba and the rest of us are going back to the Peach and Kidneys. She's expecting you y'know."

'Oh I know alright. She's been expecting me all day. Expecting me to relent my tasks and plans to be more indulgent in her teasing commands. Are they ever true? Why won't that question stop escalating like a broken record that has been hurled into my intrinsic mind. The blonde didn't stress the thought, instead she gave Shenshen a swift reply before the brunette had a chance to catch on to her mind that was pondering.

"Well I just need to take my Lurlinemas purchases back up to the dorms and stash them somewhere she won't know or dare to look. I'll be with you in a few clock ticks."

"Swell, see you in a few ticks then, I'll get changed."

Xxx

I do not know of what affections you speak of!" Boq tried to defend himself from the ambush of questions they threw his way about Nessa. The brunette was at the bar with Tibbett at the time, unaware of the conversation she was entailed in.

"Boq...we can read you like a book and your blushing." Crope reminded him which only earned him a scowl from the munchkin. "Come on Elphaba you can see it can't you?" No reply. He looked to see where her gaze was. She was fixated on the entrance to the bar. Waiting.

"Yoohoo! Elphaba." She tutted and waved her hand swiftly.

"Yes." The blonde man rolled his eyes in her direction. He knew what she was waiting for.

"Waiting for goldilocks are we?"

"Goldilocks being Galinda yes I am. I have some...business to propose to her if you will." She cleared her throat, still looking at the entrance, her heart skipping a beat when she saw the Frottican walk in with Shenshen. The third descending's eyes lingered on the blonde's petite frame longer than they should have. Galinda noticed of course and then blushed Crimson. Elphaba was in a trance. Her instinct would not allow her to look away she felt herself more drawn as she watched the way the blonde's hips swayed slightly as she walked, the cluck of her polished heels against the wood; as if it was some hypnotising rythm. Her eyes finally laid on the blonde's chest.

'Galinda was being slightly more generous I see'.

The rise of the blonde's ample chest as she inhaled and exhaled was showing the slight more cleavage she wished to reveal. Seeing The descending's eyes on that area made Galinda's stomach flutter, causing waves of certain impulses to lead to a certain area. she looked down at her chest, giggling then looking back at Elphaba to indicate she had been caught. Elphaba being not one to daydream or zone out shook her head faintly. She distracted herself by repositioning her glasses that had become entangled with a long stray of raven hair. The emerald woman wiped the lens on her silk cloth that had been pocketed in her blouse.

Galinda walked over to her emerald girlfriend grinning coquettishly. Not being able to resist Galinda slid her manicured hands through the inky tresses removing the hair that covered Elphaba's face. This made the descending swallow, her throat suddenly dry.

'Why does she make me feel like this

For all that is Oz I just want to touch that body...No no no...stop it you are Elphaba Thropp, keep your mind together!'

"Need to wipe those glasses to get a better look Miss Thropp?" The blonde teased her knowing she wouldn't admit or apologise, just respond with a rejoinder.

"Oh she's been like a little puppy waiting for their master." Fiyero called over from where he was sitting. Elphaba gave him a hard glare before slowly turning round to face the blonde. Elphaba turned a dark forest green as she listened to the tone of Galinda's voice. Only she knew that tone.

"I honestly don't know what you're surmising however... what I do know is that my glasses need cleaning for me to be able to specify who or what is in front of me." With that said Galinda flashed a smirk her way as Elphaba put her glasses back on.

"Can you specify these," the blonde whispered so only Elphaba could hear. Soaking in what she had just said she made a mistake of looking down to see the blonde had leaned over the table to reveal a lot more of her ample chest directly in front of her. The third descending clenched her jaw, her teeth grinding. Not being able to control her feelings she got up swiftly and ushered the blonde into the large cushioned seating area.

"I...I'm going to get something to drink...do you want anything?" The descending didn't meet Galinda's gaze although she revelled in the giggle she heard escape the blonde's lips. She felt a familiar stirring.

"I'll have whatever you're having."

"A...a cider?"

"Yes hence why I said what you drink...I'll have the crushed Gillikin berry one please." Elphaba nodded at her and set off to the bar area. Avaric lifted his head to get a better glimpse of the blonde. Tibbett and Boq welcomed her, shuffling over to give her more room. They laughed with her about making Elphaba flustered.

"It looks like you've wound her up in ways you shouldn't have," Crope wiggled his eyebrows at the Frottican who gave him a playful slap in return for the banter.

"I'll see you lot later, ladies," Avaric bowed at Nessa and Galinda with a lopsided smile, "well...and you lot," he nodded towards Boq and Tibbett putting his Palm up to constitute as a wave before exiting. They all looked at him as he walked out the door.

"I don't think he can handle the idea that you like Miss Elphaba, Miss Galinda."

"I am likewise in thinking Boq and please. Just call me Galinda." She smiled at the Muchkin whose face beamed at the honour. He nodded then going back to their conversation.

"Have you got Elphaba's presents all sorted?"

"Yes, indeed I have." At hearing that Fiyero perked up.

"Oh I have the pictures all ready Galinda," Fiyero leaned over to give them to Galinda who gasped as she looked through all of them.

"Oh Fiyero they're beautiful shots, I must say we are a charming looking bunch."

"Hence being the charmed circle...but well I can't speak for you lot but I guess I put the name charm in the charmed circle," Crope said smugly putting his hands behind his head. They all made a sarcastic remark at him in reply. Seeing Elphaba emerge they quickly called to Galinda who swiftly put the pictures in her couture bag.

Elphaba looked at them all...'they're all up to something, they must of thought I was bloody born yesterday.'

"There you go my sweet, crushed Gillikin Berries." The blonde gave her thanks and all of them settled to speak of their day. Galinda was on the verge of giving something away about her shopping every few minutes, ShenShen had to keep kneeing her under the table to stop her giving it away.

Elphaba and Galinda then begun to dwell in their on private conversation.

"Shen told me that you said that you were waiting for me...I knew exactly what you meant," the blonde looked at her watch." Ooooh and what do you know? it is already after one thirty, so where is the consequence you speak of." Elphaba nearly choked on her drink as she turned to the blonde.

"I was joking... You were the one who called me mistress in your sleep so I thought I would just play along with it." Galinda looked somewhat disappointed. She might have not wanted that sort of...relationship status to develop, however she was willing enough to to fantasise it in her dream. Indeed the subconscious was a surreal thing. This didn't well mean she didn't wish to become more...close to her emerald girlfriend in that way.

"For quite sometime I have being trying to subdue these...these," She blushed and looked away from her. Elphaba tried to give some encouragement by placing her hand on Galinda's thigh, the other filling the blonde's Palm.

"Urges...perhaps?" Elphaba looked at her blushing again. Galinda had never seen this insecure side of Elphaba, or seen her this bashful in effect of her desires. Elphaba looked down at the pale hand that had been place on her upper thigh, almost squirming.

'I am going to have to change that self-doubting mind of yours Elphaba'

"Yes, Elphie...urges." Leaning in she whispered into an emerald ear. " I hope I'm not making you uncomfortable talking about this?" Elphaba nodded no, leaning into Galinda's ear.

"In private would be better but you know what I can't hide these feelings anymore either...I have these urges too, of what I can't suppress no longer."

Galinda smiled and leaned in again her hand resting up straight against the side of Elphaba's face this time to cover her speech. Elphaba smirked as she listened to the blonde, her head down slightly.

"Would you like to explore these urges sometime soon miss Elphaba?"

"Yes miss Galinda," she said in an appealing manner. Being in their own apparent lust they were oblivious to Fiyero who had took a picture of Galinda whispering to Elphaba.

xxx

Shenshen sneaked out after pretending to go to the bar and ran awkwardly through the snow to reach Crage hall. She stepped into the potions room and locked the door.

"Right...saliva from Milla...saliva from me," she spat in the conical glass," drops of oestrogen Unamed God knows why they've got this, oh and breath spray?" She brought the potions book closer towards her and shrugged. Giving it a stir and a wave of her wand, she begun to chant. The solution gleamed for several seconds of which signalled it had worked and was ready.

"Right...here's goes nothing," she raised the conical glass before drinking it." For Galinda and Elphaba." She downed it all in one go, coughing as she swallowed it.

"Urgh, that's disgusting!" Hearing her voice had raised a few octaves to resemble Milla's voice she laughed in triumph.

"it worked!" Pleased with the success of her potion she started working on the recording that was in her pocket. She deleted all of the wrong words said by Galinda and editing what Milla said; making her own version of dialogue with her new voice (Milla's). She spoke down into the recording machine and smiled in a malevolent way.

"Revenge is served."