The Wonderful Land Of Oz

Chapter 74: (Gathering the Invites)

(Gathering the Invites) 

*June 20th, 1906*

*Kansas*

Dorothy and Betsy finally arrived at their destination as the girls opened the door.

"Mother, father. I'm home! I also have a guest as well! Her name is Dorothy Gale. I'm sure all of you have met her before, but it does bring me to my next point.." Betsy called out while walking around her home, with Dorothy following her along as both girls were confused about the whereabouts of her parents.

"Perhaps your parents went out too? Indeed, they left a note in the kitchen or something, and if so, let's find it before we depart for San Francisco to pick up Zeb '' Dorothy advised her friend while continuing to follow her into the kitchen.

The letter from Betsy's parents gently sat on the kitchen table and piqued Betsy's interest as she picked it up.

"Dear Betsy. We'll be out for a few hours, so you have the entire house. There is food in the pantry. If you're feeling lonely, you can always walk to Dorothy's home; love Mrs and Mrs. Bobbin." Betsy read while putting the letter down and turning around to face her friend, this time with a smile on her face.

"Well, I guess my parents are out again, so let's get going! I know you don't want to be late in getting Zeb; however, how will we get to San Francisco? Doesn't Ozma need the magic mirror or your mirrors, as you recalled?" Betsy spoke to Dorothy with curiosity while Dorothy shook her head in denial before speaking again.

"Oh no, as long as I call upon Ozma by using any type of mirror, regardless of it being in another location. Ozma will surely hear my call. That's what Ozma's magic mirror is for." Dorothy responded with a smile before walking over to a mirror that was standing next to her while Betsy smiled back.

"I see. It's fascinating, and at least you can keep in touch with Ozma occasionally. I had a few friends who had to move to different states. I wish I could talk to them from the comforts of my home" Betsy responded once more to Dorothy before following her friend to the mirror she was standing in front of.

"That would be wonderful if that were to happen. Who knows, you might reencounter them in the future, that I believe in," Dorothy spoke to Betsy again while letting out a comforting smile, which made Betsy smile back.

"Ozma! We're ready to head to the Hudgson Ranch! I managed to convince Betsy to come to your party, so we're ready to head to San Francisco now" Dorothy called to the mirror, and after a few seconds, Ozma appeared from the other side, smiling at her friends.

"Hello, Betsy. How have things been going for you? It's been a while since we've seen each other, hasn't it?" Ozma greeted Betsy, waving at her while Betsy waved back, smiling at her.

"Ozma, It's great to see you again. I have been doing great. I see that your birthday is coming up, right? I wish I knew in advance so I could get you a present or something, so my apologies," Betsy responded with a slight chuckle at the last part of her statement while Ozma shook her head before speaking again.

"It's okay. Your presence is the only gift I need from you, so please don't beat yourself up too hard or anything, okay?" Ozma advised Betsy in a gentle voice while Betsy nodded in an understanding way.

"Hello, Ozma. I've got Betsy so you can send us to Zeb's ranch. Thank you so much for allowing me to invite my friend and cousin. I appreciate it so much," Dorothy appreciatively said to Ozma while her friend smiled back.

"Hello, Dorothy. I'm glad Betsy can join us, and I shall send you both to San Francisco right away." Ozma responded to Dorothy while she clicked her heels three times, beginning to speak again.