Elphabalover101: Fiyero is such a good big brother.
NellytheActress: I love skipping. Especially with other people… down the Yellow Brick Road! LOL!
ExoticPeachBlossom: Thank you! You are, too!
Elphaba'sGirl: Almost. HAHA! Hopefully, Fiyero will try harder at Shiz University. He'd better.
I'mFlyingHighDefyingGravity: Well, now it's different. You'll see after you read this chapter.
Elphaba woke up early the morning Fiyero was leaving for Shiz. Opening her eyes and pushing herself up, she gazed out the window. She saw the sun rising in the horizon. She tried her hardest to memorize it for another painting. A soft knock came from the door and Alyena walked in.
"Good morning, sweetie," she whispered, entering the room. "Did you sleep well?"
Elphaba nodded. "Fiyero didn't leave yet, did he?"
"No," Alyena shook her head. "He didn't want to leave until you woke up."
Elphaba breathed a sigh of relief. She didn't want her big brother to leave without saying goodbye to her.
Alyena helped her daughter up and picked out a long sleeved, royal blue dress for her to wear. Once Elphaba came out of her room, washed and dressed, they walked down the stairs together, mother and daughter.
Elphaba looked at Fiyero's multiple suitcases and frowned. She didn't want her brother to leave. She knew it was selfish of her to want her brother to stay and take care of her, but he was all she had. He was the only one she could tell all her secrets to, someone who was always there for her. The only person, other than their parents, who saw past her green skin and disability.
"Hi," Fiyero smiled, sitting down at the table for breakfast.
"Hi," Elphaba whispered, sitting down next to him.
Breakfast was long and quiet. After eating, Fiyero went back to his room to make sure he packed everything. Elphaba followed him a few minutes later, her arms shaking as she pushed herself up.
Fiyero heard the sound of Elphaba's crutches and took a deep breath. He had to be strong for her. Going away to college in a different part of Oz would be harder on her than anyone else. Pulling himself together, he looked out his window, enjoying the beautiful view of the gardens.
"Yero?" Elphaba asked, standing in the doorway.
Fiyero turned around and smiled. He walked over to Elphaba and took her arm. As he led her to his bed, he tried his best to avoid eye contact with her. One look at her eyes and he would turn into a mushy puddle of hysteric sobs.
"This is it," Elphaba said, trying to sound excited as Fiyero helped her sit down.
"Yeah," was all Fiyero said.
"Yero, I'm really happy that you got into Shiz University. It's a really good school."
"It is."
"I know you'll have a lot of fun."
"Yeah."
"Yero, are you alright?"
Fiyero nodded. He felt Elphaba place her hand on his shoulder. Inwardly, he sighed. Here he was, trying to be strong for her and he was coming off as being upset. He gulped down the lump that was quickly forming in his throat and looked up at her. "Will you be alright without me?"
"Of course. I'll be fine. But you have to promise me something."
"Anything. You name it."
Elphaba giggled, but quickly turned serious again. "You need to promise me that you will try, I mean really try, Yero, not to get expelled."
"Fae -"
"Fiyero, promise me. Please. No matter what anyone says about me, promise me you won't get into trouble. It's not worth it."
"You're worth it."
"Not if it means you keep getting kicked out of school."
"F-"
"Yero, I love and care about you. You've taken such good care of me my entire life and I'll always be grateful to you, but you deserve to go. I'm seventeen now, Yero. I'm no longer a child."
"Elphaba, I know that." Fiyero took his younger sister's hands and squeezed them. "I know you're not a baby anymore. I just –"
"Promise me, Yero. Please," Elphaba interrupted, looking deep into Fiyero's eyes.
"Alright. I promise," Fiyero whispered.
"Thank you," Elphaba said, giving Fiyero a satisfied smile.
"Fiyero?" Magnus asked, walking into the room. "The carriage is ready to take you to Shiz. Do you have everything you need?"
"I do," Fiyero said, standing up and helping Elphaba to her feet. The three of them walked down the grand staircase together. Alyena was waiting at the foot of the stairs. All of the suitcases were loaded into the carriage. After saying goodbye to his parents, Fiyero made his way over to Elphaba.
"Have a safe trip," Elphaba smiled, wrapping her arms around her brother.
"Thank you. I promise to write," Fiyero said, kissing the top of her head.
"I'll look out for your letters. And remember what I said before."
"I'll try not to slug anyone. As long as you promise not to be too stubborn about letting people help you."
"I can't promise that," Elphaba said, a mysterious smile appearing on her face.
Fiyero laughed. A single tear slid down Elphaba's cheek, but she quickly wiped it away. It didn't take long for another tear to form and slide down her cheek. Then another, and another.
"Here, now," Fiyero whispered, gingerly wiping her tears away. "Don't cry."
"I'm sorry," Elphaba sniffed.
"You have nothing to be sorry for." Giving his sister one last hug, Fiyero turned and walked out the door. The royal family watched as he climbed into the carriage. He looked back, sending his family a charming smile and a final 'goodbye' wave, and the carriage sped off.
During most of the carriage ride, Fiyero was staring at his new schedule. In addition to his regular classes, his father had signed him up for Government, Economics, Politics and Foreign Affairs. All classes that were required of him as the Crowned Prince. Sighing, Fiyero shoved the schedule into his back pocket. He needed to relax. A light bulb went off in his head. He would throw a party when he got to Shiz. He was sure the other students would love a party. Planning out everything in his head, he closed his eyes and visualized everything.
"Your Highness, we're here," the driver said, gently shaking Fiyero awake. Groaning as he slowly opened his eyes, Fiyero looked around and realized that they were, indeed, at Shiz University.
"Thank you," Fiyero said, smiling at the driver.
"My pleasure, Your Highness," the driver bowed, unpacking Fiyero's suitcases.
Fiyero decided to take a look around. While he was walking, he heard the sound of a singing. He soon located the owner of the beautiful voice. It was a girl his age, singing to herself as she buried her nose in a book. Her blonde hair fell down over her shoulders, slightly curled at the end. She wore a white beret, carried a smile white purse and wore a white blouse and skirt. Fiyero looked her over. She was very pretty. Gathering up all the courage he could, he walked over to her.
"Hello," he said, approaching her.
"Hello, I'm- Oh, sweet Oz!" the blonde gasped, standing up and looking at Fiyero. "You're Fiyero Tigulaar, the Crowned Prince of the Vinkus!"
Fiyero smiled sweetly at her. "Yeah."
"Your Highness," she quickly curtsied, finding her manors.
"Please, there's no need for that. Just 'Fiyero' is fine."
"Yes, Your Hi- Fiyero," the blonde blushed. "I'm Galinda Arduenna Upland of the Upper Uplands."
Wow, that's a mouthful, Fiyero thought. "May I call you 'Galinda' for short?"
Galinda giggled. "Of course… Fiyero."
Fiyero smiled as he offered his arm to the blonde, who took it gratefully. "So, Miss Galinda, who is your roommate?"
"I don't have one. I have a private suit," Galinda answered. "My parents are the Duke and Duchess of the Gillikin."
"What a coincidence. I also have a private suit. So, what does one do for fun around here?"
"Nothing… until now."
"Perfect, because I was thinking we could have a party tonight."
As soon as the word 'party' left Fiyero's mouth, a swarm of students crowded around him, eager for more information.
"So, what's the most swankified place in town?" Fiyero asked the group of students.
"That would be the Ozdust Ballroom!" Galinda chimed. The students cheered in agreement.
"Sounds perfect," Fiyero smiled as he started singing and dancing, twirling Galinda around in circles. "Right on down to the Ozdust Ballroom! Come on, follow me. You'll be happy to be there…"
"Dancing through life! Down at the Ozdust!" the students chimed in. Everyone was singing, dancing, and having a good time. Fiyero looked around, very pleased with his work.
If you guys have any Elphaba and Fiyero flashback ideas from during the time I skipped, or if you know anyone that might have an idea, don't hesitate to tell me! Favorite lines? Reviews make me happy.