The Wonderful Land Of Oz

Chapter 18: (Glinda, The Good Witch of the South)

(Glinda The Good Witch of the South)

*July 19th, 1900*

*Quadling Country*

*Day 39, Morning*

The Winged Monkeys had dropped off Dorothy and her friends in front of a farmhouse.

"Thank you so much, You guys have been such a good help and we can't appreciate it enough.." Dorothy had thanked the Winged Monkeys as the group smiled back before flying back in the air while the gang looked around to see the beautiful red Quadling Country.

The country of the Quadlings seemed rich and happy. There was field upon field of ripening grain, with well-paved roads running between, and pretty rippling brooks with strong bridges across them. The fences and houses and bridges were all painted bright red, just as they had been painted yellow in the country of the Winkies and blue in the country of the Munchkins.

The Quadlings themselves, who were short and fat and looked chubby and good-natured, were dressed all in red, which showed bright against the green grass and the yellowing grain.

"Woow, this place is quite beautiful! I feel like we're getting closer to Glinda but I wonder how far we got until we reach our destination.." Scarecrow had pointed out as they looked over to see a farmhouse which reminded Dorothy of her home back in Kansas as this brought a sense of nostalgia over her.

"This house looks just like the house back at home, This makes me more eager to see the good witch so she could take me home..." Dorothy had uttered out as she and her friends had walked towards the house as Tin Woodman had knocked on the door and it was answered by a farmer's wife.

"Good Morning, are you guys lost?" The Wife had asked the gang as she had a look of concern on her face as she was met with Dorothy nodding her head in confirmation as the young girl began to speak.

"Yes, I was wondering if you can tell us the directions to Glinda's castle? It would help us quite a lot if you were to tell us" Dorothy had responded back in a polite tone of voice as the farmer's wife began to speak out with a smile on her face.

"Of course, you guys head south in that direction and you should see the castle but beforehand, do you guys want something to eat? You guys seem quite hungry and please excuse my rudeness for not introducing myself earlier but my name is Ozzi, It's a pleasure in meeting you guys" Ozzi had answered back as this made the gang smile as they were happy to enter the farmhouse.

"Of course, we'll be happy to stay in for a few minutes and enjoy your wonderful food" Lion had spoken out with a smile on his face as he and the gang had entered the beautiful farmhouse and walked over to the kitchen and sat down while waiting for their meal.

"This place is quite beautiful, the red colors truly fit the overall feel of this place.." Scarecrow had spoken out as Ozzi had heard the compliment and thanked him while placing plates of food in front of Dorothy and Lion while placing a bowl of water for Toto.

"Thank you, the color red is quite a custom in the Quadling Country and we can't thank Glinda enough for this blessing" Ozzi had spoken back while Dorothy and Lion began to eat their breakfast which they found to be rather good.

"This is very good! It reminds me of Aunt Em's cooking back in Kansas and thank you for the meal as well!" Dorothy had spoken out in joy as she savored every bite which made Ozzi smile.

"You're welcome, my doors are always open and welcome for outsiders who're looking for shelter but to change subjects, why do you guys want to see Glinda for? It's quite rare for anyone to want to see Glinda in this much of a personal manner" Ozzi had spoken back to Dorothy and her friends in a curious tone of voice as Tin Woodman began to speak.