Chapter Five:
The next morning Galinda woke up to the other side of the bed being empty. Sir Chuffrey had already gotten up and went out hunting, the maids told Galinda when they got her dressed and removed the bloody sheets.
Glinda found on her dresser a note that he had left saying:
My dear Galinda,
I'm sorry about last night but I never do anything without a purpose. You will thank me later when we have a son to call our own. As for now, feel free to roam around the grounds, I hope you find everything pleasing.
Yours,
William Chuffrey
Galinda put the note down and adjusted the petite white chiffon dress that was decorated with a black sash on her slim body in the mirror. Her golden hair was nicely curled to one side and she wore a black-feathered hat.
She was just pulling on her black gloves after her strolls around the house as a knock came on her door.
"Mail, Lady Chuffrey," said the maid as she held out a letter addressed to "Lady Chuffrey of Mockbeggar Hall."
Galinda took it, thanked her, and sat down at her desk to read the letter.
It said:
My dearest Galinda,
I know we saw each other yesterday at your wedding, and we probably saw and tasted more of each other than either of us wanted to but I thought I would be able to talk to you in person and then I found that you were going to Restwater. So I decided to write. If you haven't guessed who this is already, I have deeply mistrusted your judgment and lack of brains. It's Miss Elphaba Thropp if you still haven't guessed. My sister is supposedly moving in today. I must inquire how you are faring? No more fainting spells, I hope.
Till your reply,
Elphaba Thropp
Galinda smiled fondly as she got out a piece of parchment and began writing.
My dearest Elphaba,
How wonderful it is to here from you! And to tell you the truth, I did know that it was you who was writing to me. I'm not that blonde. Things here at Mockbeggar are quite… lovely. It's very peaceful here. Today I took a stroll around the house, and found a library filled with the biggest books I've ever seen. You would have stayed in there for years! The house is lovely as well. It's so much better than the dorms at Shiz. How are your classes going? Are you still working with Doctor Dillamond? I cannot wait to attend my very first social party, which is this Saturday! My maids are already giving me dresses to try on and pick at my choosing.
Looking forward to your response,
Lady Galinda Chuffrey
The next letter came next week, on that Monday.
My dear Galinda,
So sorry for the late response I had so much to do with work and studying. Yes, I am still working with Doctor Dillamond. He is getting so close to the connection between Animals and animals that I've been in his lab every single day for most of the night hours for the past week. I cannot wait to tell you what our findings are. Can you imagine a world where all Animals and animals can talk? It makes me excited just thinking about it. Anyways I'm glad you like your house, and you wouldn't want to come in our dorm at all. Everything has to be just perfect for my sister. I'm starting to remember why I left home in the first place. I hope you have fun at your party, don't drink too much champagne or you'll throw up.
Yours,
Elphaba Thropp
My Dear Miss Elphaba,
My party went just fine thank you. It was actually quite boring to talk to politicians all night. They have very little to say except when they start talking about themselves. I've gotten quite settled into Mockbeggar now. We have a staff of nearly 50 servants, about 30 more than my house did back in Frottica. I'm sorry I haven't gotten back to you since January, this month, which is February in case you have lost all track of time spending every waking moment in the lab, has been crazy with parties and gatherings and such. I haven't really been home yet. I promised Momsy and Popsicle that I would visit as soon as I could but I have been so busy.
Also I have great news. Chuffrey and I are expecting a child due next September!
Yours Truly,
Lady Galinda Chuffrey
Galinda,
That was fast I must say, and congrats on expecting a child. I do hope that you don't spoil him/her before she/he is even born. Spoiled children are brats and if your kid is a brat I will be very disappointed in you on your parenting skills. I told our friends of your exciting news and everyone was delighted and sends their love and prayers. Though I do have to tell you that Master Boq's face was quite funny to see when he inquired how you were and I replied with 'she's pregnant'. He trotted off quite disappointed and muttering to himself… I thought it was funny but then again I have a dry sense of humor as you well know. Well, my sweet I'm sorry but I don't have anything further to say to you. Morrible's ruling our lives, I'm speaking out for Animals, and nothing is the same without you.
Yours,
Elphaba
Miss Elphaba The Delirious,
I suddenly recalled the first time we spoke before I wrote this letter and thought it would be funny to put your name as the honorific I gave you a few months ago. Or should I call you the maid of horror instead? The photographer dropped off the pictures from the wedding today and wished me well with my unborn child. I must say, Elphie even though I have only been pregnant for what three months now, I feel so different. I'm exhausted after doing the littlest things. It is quite bothersome. My mother came today, and she fussed over me saying how I had to rest and whatnot. I think sometime next week I shall take a visit to Shiz and see you all. I heard that Ama Clutch has stayed at Shiz and is helping you, Nessa, and Nanny. You mustn't laugh at me though; I've gotten a bit… dare I say the word, chubby from the pregnancy. You must tell Crope and Tibbett that I will have their necks if they say one word about my weight while I am there!
I miss you all terribly; being cooped up in this big house all alone is driving me mad.
Yours,
Galinda
Galinda,
Doctor Dillamond was murdered. Ama Clutch is dying. Come as quickly as you can.
Yours,
E
So I've done with whole letter chapter thing in a real meaning not fanfiction book I did and everyone loved the idea so I decided to do it for this one. Also it's a great way to cover several months in a story with telling details but not dragging it out. Hope you all enjoyed. Chapter Six is very sad with two upsetting things happening almost at once. I will say no more...
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