Chapter 2:

That young man's name was Gildon Black. Gildon was a tall, with dark black eyes and had dark gold hair that could have easily passed for black if not for its golden metallic shine. He had kind sharp features that made him appear all the more handsome. His skin was fair but hardly pale. A small smile always appeared to fit across his lips as his eyes gazed curiously at the world around him.

Morrible was had fallen asleep in his arms leaning gently to his chest. He couldn't help but smile. This young woman was beautiful in his eyes, but then everything was in his eyes; for he believed that everything in some shape or form was granted some sort of beauty. They rode on until the morning sun lit the sky and cast its shadow across the world. Morrible slowly awoke gaining recollection and her eyes widened when she realised where she was.

She looked up at the young boy, "I'm sorry but it would appear we've yet to be formally introduced. My name is Amora Delva Morrible and who sir are you?"

Gildon smiled, "It's wonderful to meet you Madame Morrible, and I'm Gildon Black. It's grand to make your acquaintance."

Morribles blinked in surprise, "I've never been referred to as a Madame before, a Lady certainly, but never a Madame."

Gildon laughed, "Well there is a first everything Madame Morrible. You know, I think it rather suits you. You definitely look like a Madame Morrible to me."

Morrible shrugged, "No one has ever taken the effort apart from my parent to call me anything and I plan to keep it as such."

He laughed, "Well aren't you cruel. I find that adorable, I don't know why but that suits you just fine as well."

Morrible almost glared at him, "If you weren't my only means for transport I'd slap you."

He laughed softly and kissed her gently on the forehead. "Is that so, well aren't I lucky. You're cuter when you're huffing like that."

Morribles face turned blank unsure if she should be insulted or flattered. She rarely got any attention from men and now that she had she was wondering what all the fuss was about. Really kisses, holding, goopy eyes, she could do happily without it.

His arms came around her and he laughed merrily. "So what will you be studying at the great Shiz?"

Morrible sighed, "Sorcery."

At that his smile broadened, "Really, me too."

Morrible laughed, "I'm sorry I didn't know I was in the presence to a great wizard."

He replied in good humour, "Make fun of me now but one day I will be the greatest Oz has ever seen and I'll spin magic greater than the greats."

Morrible couldn't help but grin, "I'll only believe it when I see it. Besides I can't imagine you being great."

At that he smiled, "Of course not, because I won't be great but greater than even that."

At that Morrible shook her head, "Now you're being childish."

He nodded in agreement, "True but being childish always brings smiles to weathered faces. Do they not?"

Morrible shrug, "You're getting too complicated for me. I just woke up."

He laughed again, "True. We should stop for breakfast before we carry on our little trail. I'd love to get to know you more."

They stopped on the trail eating their meals quickly. Morrible took out a book reading it to distraction while she ate. Gildon looked over Morrible's shoulder to glance at the book. It was about the times of old.

He laughed softly, "I didn't know you were interested about the civil wars."

Morrible shut her book immediately, "Prying eyes should be averted."

He laughed, "Are we still talking about the book?"

Morrible took her book and hit him on the head.

He laughed softly, "I'm only teasing. I'm only a man and in the end I can't help what I like, especially with one like you."

Morribles face went red, "One more tease from you and I'll walk to Shiz without you."

He smiled, "Now let's not be foolish. I may be a pain but that doesn't give you the right to take offence."

Morribles face turned to stone, "Your tongue should be cut from your mouth. You're the same as all the other males, think a women can't be independent and in control. I damn well will take offence if I wish, it is my right as a person with emotions and not you or the Unknown God will or has the right to change or judge that."

His face broke, "That's blasphemy."

At that Morrible got up and walked away with a quick step.

At that he caught up with her pace, "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to offend you but I can be an idiot sometimes. Please stop, can you forgive me."

Morrible stopped and gave him a strict look glancing at him from the side. "That's right you are an idiot and don't you forget it."

At that she gave a small smile and he smiled lunging forward putting his arms around her.

She sighed, "Alright then calm down."

He laughed picking her up and swinging her around, "Oh I will, promise."

Then he held her to him laughing.

She gave him a strange look, "Why are you so happy?"

He gave her a serious look, "You're my first friend I'm going to have at University so at least I won't be alone, beside I don't want to make enemies, especially with you. I have a feeling that it would be unwise to have you as such."

Morrible smiled, "Maybe you're not a complete idiot. We should get going."

He nodded, "You're right, come on."

At that he grabbed her by the hand helping her up the horse and then followed the yellow brick road to Shiz.