Drew's American Adventure is over
by Sharp

A Gabyverse Fan-Fiction.
Chapter 1. At Leeds Hospital.

Dr Helen Fullolove was sat her desk in Leeds and was double checked the DNA readout in front of her and then spoke to her assistant to ask where it had come from. "Madam it was sent to us from another source at Sheffield Children's' Hospital and they also sent this information on the patient. It appears the patient was initially thought to be male, but apparently he was intersexed. Of Late he appears to have been exhibiting development normally associated with a pre pubescent teenage female.”

Dr Helen read all the notes and then said, “Thank you, I think I had better telephone the parents immediately. I could do with having this young person here immediately in my special unit could you make arrangements please. "

Back at the Bond household Jenny had just taken a call from Jules in America to say Drew had collapsed at the Walters's home and had been admitted to hospital in the Grottos.

Dr Helen's telephone call came shortly after that. Jenny at first thought it was the hospital in America calling her. Until she realized the person spoke with a posh North Yorkshire accent.

Dr Helen when she heard what had transpired said, "I will get all the details over to America by fax as it is imperative they do nothing to Drew until I get there."

Back in America Drew had been put in a private ward and was on a saline drip after the fax had been received from England. The doctor in charge read the document, "The Brits are flying out their top specialist to look after this patient she must be very special for them to do that. Regardless they have asked that the patient only receives a saline drip until the consultant arrives."

Jules had refused to leave Drew's side in the hospital as other than Maddy she was the only relative Drew had in America. Maddy still did not know Drew had been admitted to hospital

Mrs. Walters had also spoken to Jenny on the Telephone about what had occurred at their home. Jules while upset with what had happened had informed Mrs Walters she had better have a chat with Britney about what had been happening. This is just what Mrs. Walters intended she was going to do.

Back at home Mrs Walters called for both her daughters. Her husband dodged out of the way as he could see she was mad at the girls over something.

Britney, "Mum honestly when we went to England I thought I was stopping with a girl called Drew. I did tell you Drew also got called Gaby by their friends. I know I have done some things that where not nice but I never intended Gaby to end up in the hospital. I did arrange for Gaby to race with a bike and for her too borrow the bike from Biggs cycles. I just forgot to inform you that Gaby was a boy or apparently thought he was a boy.”

The sister sprang to Britney's defence and spoke, "Mum actually from what Jules told me Gaby has a hormone problem. Her parents had recently been told she is actually a hermaphrodite with both boys and girls bits, and the doctor stated she should be allowed to determine which way she went. Jules said to me, from what the doctors had said it was most likely that Gaby would become totally female before very long, although he himself did not realise the full implication of being a hermaphrodite. He just thought he was developing breasts.

Mr Walters who had been listening spoke up, "So you both decided to help her transition?"

Britney, "Not exactly dad, Gaby is fun to be with and we tended to forget she was not exactly like us." I did tell Drew that he would have to be Gaby while he was here as the oldies thought he was a girl & we where only allowed girls here. Jules his sister gave me a telling off over that. He though did not argue about dressing as Gaby. I know and realise I did some mean things to her but I never ever meant her any harm honest dad.”

“Well Normally I would leave your punishment to your mother, however you both appear to be implicated and so rather than your mother it will be me who makes the decision on your fate. As for Drew having to be a girl while here you know that was not true as we would have still welcomed Drew as a boy. His parents looked after you two while you where in England, and so the onus was on us to take good care of both the Bond children. Drew as I have learned today was also worried about his mother as she had recently been diagnosed with cancer and he was unhappy at leaving her at this time to come to America. Drew had promised his mother he would behave himself while over here so she was not put under undue stress. Jenny Bond has undergone treatment while Drew was over here and is now in remission. Drew though would have done anything either of you asked him as he did not want to rock the boat while here.”

Back in England Leslie informed her sister, "Helen I have faxed all the details over to America and there is a special flight laid on for you to America. Customs and visas have already been sorted and a car will be waiting for you to Yeadon International Airport. The hospital has already allocated you accommodation. I notice the Bonds have booked three seats and are flying from Manchester international. Your flight though is slightly faster and is from Leeds-Bradford International Airport and should get you there just a little earlier than the Manchester flight.”

Alexis and Alison where waiting for Helen at Yeadon airport. "We thought we had better come as this young person apparently has the same special blood as us. And it would be better to not contaminate it with other blood if at all possible. "

Helen looked at the Aircraft and said, "Alexis are you sure it will get us there in one piece it looks rather small?"

Alexis laughed, “It is ready for the pilots and we have a slot in 10 minutes so we better get into the craft. Both Alison and I have our pilots licence, and so we will take it in turns to fly this plane."

Helen, "It looks like a mini version of Concorde to me."

Alison, “You are not far wrong it is very similar and we should get there a while before the family arrives. In fact we should be able to touch down at the actual hospital as we also have VTOL capabilities as well. With that all three of them where strapped in and Alexis took off. Shortly after there was a sonic boom as the aircraft broke the sound barrier.

Alexis, “I should not be doing that but we have clearance from all the authorities”

Meanwhile the Bonds and Carol where speeding up the motorway to Manchester. They just arrived as they where calling for the final passengers. They boarded and then tried to relax for the next 8 hours. The time on board the plane seamed to be flying by. The captain spoke on the intercom. ‘I have a message for the Bond family, will they stay on board while all other passengers disembark and you're your transport will collect you directly from the aircraft. Your customs and documentation have already been sorted out.'

Jenny looked at her husband and said, "I had clean forgotten we needed a visa to enter America."

One of the aircraft Stewards came up and said, " Mr & Mrs Bond, Excuse me please, you may think me rude for asking but are you also a cyclist like Champion Gaby Bond is?"

Jenny laughed and said, "I do cycle just a little, I should be racing in America shortly but my child Gaby has been taken ill while on an exchange visit in America. So we have to go to the hospital to be with her."

"Sorry Madame I did not realise you also raced, could I please have your autograph and then I can tell my friends I have been Stewardess to the famous Gaby Bonds parents. I also cycle when I have time and I have tried to get to the races in America that she has been taking part in. It shocked the Yanks when her cheerleading team appeared at the races. It further shocked the Americans when a slip of a lass like her could outpace and beat their best racers. You know she took the all American Junior and open titles easy.

Jenny signed the Autograph book, Jenny Bond ladies international champion and mother of Gaby Bond British, European & American champion. Thank you so much I do not normally make a habit of this. I hope she gets better soon. By any chance if Gaby is fit will she be entering the Tri peaks cycle race back in England? That is the next one I can get to and have entered myself. So I may see you there.

Dave Bond spoke, "Providing Gaby recovers ok and there are no problems, then both Gaby and her mother should be taking part in the race. No doubt some of here cheerleaders will also be there."

In the white house George Bush was awoken from his sleep by an aide. "Sir we have an important call from London. Tony the British Prime Minister is on the line."

"Hi Tony what is so important that you had to notify me personally?"

"Well George one of our most promising young athletes has been taken very ill while on an exchange visit in America, and she has been admitted to hospital in the Grottoes. I have dispatched a specialist medical team to attend to her via the RAF. I thought I better warn you knowing how gung ho you are. They should be appearing on your radar screens anytime now as they have vanished off ours some time ago. You have no need to do anything other than insure the safety of the flight."

For a while it did not sink in with George and then he realised and spoke to Flight information. "No sir we have the number and flight details but nothing has appeared on our screens so far. Sir it still is not on our screens but I know where the flight is or was a second ago. They have just flown directly over head. Bloody hell you could even read that it said RAF 1 on the side of the plane. They must have been travelling at supersonic speeds to get here so quickly."

George, "Ensure that plane has total clearance to the Grottoes and then I want to know why you had not managed to spot the flight before it was on top of you. If that had been an enemy rocket it would have destroyed the Capital before you even spotted it Also scramble a flight to ensure RAF1 gets an escort to the nearest airport to the hospital? Now where the hell is the Grottoes? Ah in that case the presidential Helicopter will do.”

As Alexis landed the flight directly outside the hospital this in its self caused quite a bit of consternation as she landed it on the helicopter pad. The pilots of the two American Jets sent to escort RAF1 reported in it had already landed, and they where instructed to land likewise.

Alexis, “Helen you two go I can deal with these two cowboys. Hi boys come to have a look at my little toy? This is the high speed version of RAF1. The slower more comfortable version should be making its way here in case it is needed for emergency evacuation of the patient. What is needed is fuel for this craft before I can go much further with it. Sorry boys I can not stop to chat as I have to go. I am also part of the medical team and my assistance is required immediately. I would appreciate if you could arrange for this to be refuelled and for somebody to stand guard whilst I am on duty in the hospital."

One of the pilots went back to his plane and ordered up the fuel for all three of them. “That should do it the local army base is sending the fuel and guards to protect the planes while we are on the ground. I wonder how she avoided the radar.” Both pilots examined the aircraft. “It looks like it has been stripped out of virtually everything we normally have. One of the pilots picked up the headphones and got “Flight leader we should be arriving in about an hour we made better time than expected.”

"Sorry this is Captain Levy of the American Army Air force we are looking after your colleague's craft. Can we help you in any way?"

“Greetings Captain Levy, as you may have surmised I am flying the big sister to the plane you are currently guarding. This is also called RAF1. They should be the Prime ministers new toys but we got first call on them. Unfortunatly I can not put this down at the hospital so it will have to be the airport for me, see you later once we have all put down.”

"Sir the British must have not entirely trusted you as they sent fighter escorts with the second flight. Either that or there is somebody very special on board the Aircraft."

Meanwhile the larger version of RAFI was landing along with its escort. The Bonds where just crossing to the awaiting helicopter. “Wow it was only in the news the other day that Tony wanted his version of Air force one. Wonder what that is doing here? I suppose we will eventually find out what is going on.” The small helicopter took off and soon had the three parents at the hospital.

Jules cried with relief when she saw her parents. "I could do nothing mum Gaby seamed to go in a trance and then collapsed." Doctor Fullolove arrives some time ago with the help of the RAF. She must have pulled a few strings as she arrived in RAF1 as it is parked outside. She has been giving Drew a thorough examination and is waiting to speak to all of us. Maddy eventually came and has been keeping me company all the time. We have been taking it in turns to look after Gaby

Dave looked at his elder daughter and said, "You look shattered."

"Maddy & I have been taking it in turns to speak to Drew but nothing seams to be getting through. He appears to have shut down completely. Daddy I am so worried about him."

By now Helen had finished her inspection of Drew. The American doctor spoke, "He is one of them poor sods who is neither one nor the other. The way he looks I would have recommended he was made totally female some time ago?”

Helen, "There may be no need for surgery only a massive injection of female hormones and that should do the trick. I have seen lots of similar cases recently and nearly all of them had an immature vagina & ovaries. Look I will show you. See the opening is hardly there at all. I usually use my fingers for this as it appears as if it has been super glued together." A short time later a considerable amount of gung came flooding out.

“The injection of hormones will finish the job off and she will find she is the girl she always should have been. Now to see the parents.”

Helen, "Mr & Mrs Bond I am Lady Helen Fullolove and the consultant in charge of your child. I have examined your child and it appears during the examination she had what appeared to be a massive period. My American Colleague can confirm this. This accounts for why Drew was developing like a girl. I would recommend Hormone treatment and complete rest for the child. I also want the child transported to my own clinic for further tests. So she and all her friends will be travelling in Tony's latest toy back to Britain.

Dave Bond, "That can not be I bathed Drew as a child and know what he had then.”

“Mr Bond my colleagues previously told you Drew was Intersex and they recommended you wait and see. Well Mother Nature has decided Drew's fate and, it is to be female. Now her feminine side has kicked in the body will naturally remove those ambiguity areas.

Jules started to laugh and then said, “I always wanted a sister and for some time have had a part time one but, how are we going to explain the disappearance of Drew, and the permanent appearance of Gaby?”

Dave thought for a minute and then said, "Doctor Will Gaby still be able to cycle as she can now? If she can not she is going to get very depressed."

"Mr Bond I certainly hope so or the junior supporters club back home will be very disappointed with me if she cannot. You might though have to arrange the transfer all Drew's winnings to Gaby, and somehow Gaby is going to have to go for lessons about being female.” Maddy who had been listening too all this had her eyes appeared to be bulging out of her head at this news.

Helen, "Oh you must be the other half called Maddy. Drew is going to need you for a long time to come. I have all the details of the both of you and I have a request to make from your mother as officially you are under age. Drew actually needs a blood transfusion now. As to how much will be needed I am unsure, How ever I hopefully will have sufficient blood with what I have currently at my disposal."

Maddy, “If you need to have some of mine you can have it."

Carol, "Same with any of us if we are close enough match."

Helen did a quick test on Maddy, “You are a perfect match Maddy, now may Drew have some of your blood?” Maddy lay down and Helen took some from her. “This should do until the second flight gets here with the other blood donors. I prefer to use blood from sources known to me so there is no risk of contamination.

As they where talking Rhod came in still dressed as Mfwany. "Hi Mr Bond I came to see how Gaby is? Opps sorry I better go I can see you are all very busy. As he turned round to go he walked into Alexis and Alison, He looked at them both and turned white and said, "Oh my God Grandma Morgan was correct after all."

With that Rhod collapsed. Rhod eventually came round laid on a bed with Alison sat watching over him. "Please I will not tell anybody who you are. Gran told me you came to collect your own. Now you are here for Gaby. Gaby is my friend and one of the few who realises what hell I have been going through recently. Now you have come to collect Gaby and everyone will be sad once she is taken."

Alison, " Mfwany none of us have any intention of harming Gaby at all. She will be receiving a blood transfusion from Maddy and several others but the she should be ok. Now tell me about your mum and Gran."

“My mum is called Silve Morgan and Gran is what the local people call a wise woman or some call a white witch. She specialises in herbal treatments and the laying on of hands back in Wales. "

Alison brought out a small pocket computer and pointed it at Mfwany. "Ah I have found them both now. Your mother is a novice like you but your grand mother is Grand Mistress of Wales. That is some position to hold for a mere wise woman. Now are you still going to call your grandmother as she taught you to do?”

Rhod turned anticlockwise three times and then said. “I Mfwany daughter of Silve and grand daughter of the grand mistress of Wales, Summoned all of our kind to help my friend Gaby."

"Very good they should all have heard that by now and be on their way as we speak. Even the greatest will respond to that message."

Back at the Whitehouse President Bush was just getting into the awaiting Helicopter. "Sir one plane has already landed and a second should be there within an hour or so. Sir I have some other news apparently there is another third inbound flight on the same path as the other two. But the flight is of unknown origin. Sir we have a visual fix on the flight. Oh my, oh my that just is not possible.”

George looked and said, "It is possible and once again she shows herself. Just monitor them as they must have also been summonsed and if that is the case then the person in the hospital must be very important for them to leave their Welsh lairs. You sir have just seen a blank screen and in no circumstances are they to be attacked. They may be escorted over our airspace but that is all. I tried to find her once and was told she would find me if she wished it".

Alexis came into the room and said, "It is your turn now Alison."

Alison departed and Alexis looked at the terrified child. "Still scared of us both although you summoned the Welsh flights. I dare say your grandmother will be pleased to see you."

Rhod tries to curtsy and said, "I am correct you are the one or I should say ones, Please Golden one you can have me instead of Gaby. I have not been as kind to her this holiday as I should."

Alexis said, "Relax Mfwany we intend no harm to Gaby, only to make her better. That was quite an offer you made to me. Your grandmother is wondering why you summoned the Welsh matrons though. She though is coming as requested. You did well now let's see if you can pass a test for me. Do what you did for Alison but this time say Sisters and Cousins of the Golden one, I Em the daughter of Silve and the Grand daughter of the Grand Welsh Mistress request your presence now.

Rhod looked round and saw some young girls and said, “That was quick I only just did as I was instructed by the Empress."

Cleo looked at Rhod and said, “Can you kiss all of us and do you promise to be friends with us all for ever? We are the Junior Gaby supporters Team."

Rhod smiled, “Ok but I will need to know each of your names."

Cleo said, "Well I am Cleo and the youngest, you need to say I EM take you Cleo to be my companion for all eternity. Then you have to do the same with the rest of us so we all know you mean it."

Rhod had just got to Astrid when the matrons arrive, but Rhod continued and said, I Rhod take you Astrid and all your sisters to be my companions for all eternity. Rhod then proceeded to kiss them all.

The grandmother spoke, "Have you learned nothing from me Mfwany If I had not seen you doing that I would not have believed it. I think you have been tricked Mfwany. Empress I apologise for my grandchild. He meant you no harm. He only is concerned about his friend.”

“Relax Grand Welsh mistress you are here because my sister and I instructed Rhod to call you. Your grandchild offered himself when he thought his friend was in danger due to your teachings of me. Grand mistress you heard the vow taken and the words said and I had nothing to do with the last words spoken."

The grandmother said, "No Empress the task is still half done. I also heard the second command and that could have only come from you as no grand child of mine would have the audacity to call those. Even I have difficulty where your family are concerned. I do know though Rhod will have to kiss everyone of them before finally kissing you. Rhod the children you kissed are all Alexis but they are also her sisters and so when you made your last vow you also tied yourself to all of Alexis older sisters. You are exalted above all the Morgan's for you now rank as a golden companion of the Empress. You would have laid down your life for a friend. You proved to us all you are worthy of that exalted position.

Rhod could here voices in his head speaking to him. Rhod go round and kiss them all. Rhod followed the instructions in his head and then the next message said, "You have missed one."

Rhod looked around and saw Ally sat on a bench. "Ally, Ally.

“Thank goodness you are here I have been having the strangest of dreams.”

Rhod, “Ally I have something to tell you and it may affect our friendship. When we return home I am going to see a doctor about being Mfwany fulltime."

"Ally kissed Rhod, whilst on this trip we have all realised it soon would be the last we saw of Rhod. Like we all realise Drew can not pretend to be a boy much longer. Nature is showing us all that Drew is a girl. Had Drew been a real boy he would have objected stronger about dressing in girls clothing. As your friend, Yes I am still your friend be you male or female and have no intention of ditching you , But I would recommend you get your mother to take you to be measured correctly as your bras all appear to be a little tight to me. Now come and we will go and see Drew together.”

As they entered them realised Drew was sat up speaking to somebody. Drew spoke, “Ally & Rhod I was told you two where coming to see me. I have something to ask you two. How would you feel if Gaby was a regular fixture at school and home and Drew just put in an occasional visit?”

Rhod, "I was going to ask you a similar question. I have been very happy these last weeks and did not want to change back to go home, But the teachers informed me I had change back to go home."

Ally, “Drew I know Maddy loves you regardless of how you are dressed. Just as I love Rhod. You are no true friend if you can not stick by your friends in times of trouble."

Dave Bond entered, “Well have you told them what is happening to you Drew?"

“Dad I have not given them the full details. But I suppose I better. You both know at home I kept passing out well I saw a doctor who referred me to a consultant. They found I had a very low testosterone level and I was Anaemic. I was put on iron tablets for the Anaemia. I refused the testosterone because it is banned in sports and I wanted to continue cycle ling. Before I came over here I was referred to a consultant and should have been seeing her when I returned home. While in America my breasts grew rather rapidly and I could not hide them from anybody. Mrs Walters decided to take me to be measured and I got several new Bras. Unfortunatly for me it also pushed me over the edge and I had a nervous breakdown. That is the main reason I am here.”

“While in hospital here I was subject to a body scan and a total examination. The Doctor had a talk with my family about me. I will have had to have blood transfusions and for some time to come I will need to go and see the doctor. It has become obvious to all concerned I am going to have no choice but to be Gaby in future. My major concern was the titles I had won as Drew. Mum has double checked with the cycling federation and everything will be credited to Gaby. It also means that one day I may hold mums title, but one title will elude me now."

Rhod goes and gives Drew a cuddle. "I would change places with you if I could, with me it started as a trick to deceive my father. I though have come to realise I like being Mfwany and all that it entails. This trip has been a blessing for me and allowed me to find my real self. I could do with visiting your doctor and telling her I want to be a girl permanently. Mum already knows my thoughts. I will need the support of my friends once I start my official change.

Ally spoke, "It is time somebody told you both some home truths. Why do you think all your girlfriends conspire to get you dressed in nice clothing? We are fed up of you both pretending to be boys. Drew, breasts do grow some larger than others that is one of the things that makes us all female. Both Maddy and I still love you both, and while we may not be able to get married in the conventional sense we will say our vows with you and be your companions. All the girls at school already think you two are girls pretending to be boys and will be relieved when you both show up as girls at the start of the new term. Drew even the school bully realises you are not a normal boy and so leaves you alone. Can you imagine what your life would have been like if he genuinely thought you where a boy. In fact he has a soft spot for you as I heard him tell some new boys to leave you alone or they would have him to deal with.

Drew burst into tears.

See Drew you have just burst into tears. “That is certainly a girl trait. A boy would have huffed and puffed and told me not to be so stupid. As for your cycling we all think you are fantastic and you have quite a following both at home and in America. Just imagine how all those big strong boys felt when they all got beat by a slip of a lass. Over here you out performed most of their national cyclists male or female and you did not have the back up of a company like your mum.”

Drew started to grin and said, “When I get home I am going to form my own team and we will practise together. Perhaps if we are very good we might attract some sponsorship. Then we might do very well.”

Rhod started to laugh and said, "You already have a team if you can persuade your mum to knock us into shape.”

The Doctor who was still in the same room said, “Are you allowed sponsors Maddy? If you are I might know somebody who would provide some of your sponsorship. I can sort that out once we return to England. Perhaps you could bring your parents to my home to discuss the possibility."

Drew, “Biggs have already promised the bikes providing we agree to racing pink as our team colour. We are not allowed payments, but sponsors can provide accommodation and transport costs. I was going to call the manufacturers of the skins I advertised while in Germany with mum. I wondered if they would provide the sportswear. Doctor this is my friend Rhod who has a similar problem to me perhaps you could look at him while he is here.”

"Please doctor I would have been asking mom to take me to see you"

Helen, "I suppose I could check you over now, but I will need to see you and your mother once you get home."

Ally, "If you need somebody in the room will I do or do you want Drew's mother?

Doctor, “If the others leave the room I do not mind. Ally & Gaby along with Jenny being in the room.” With that the room cleared.

Rhod took his top of and then undid the bra.

"Wow Rhod I thought you where using silicone but they look real to me."

"I was using the silicone ones but one day I woke up and found these instead. So I stopped using the silicone ones."

Helen, "I agree you can no longer go to school as Rhod that is out of the question. So you can have that appointment with me once you get back home and your mother is present. I also think you could do with being measured as those bras look a little tight to me.”

Rhod smiled, "Will you give me a note to say I am undergoing therapy doctor? Also I have just had a thought, Can the use of silicone enhancers cause real breast to grow? If they do then I know somebody else who will not be disappointed and she is older than me."

As they where talking Sandy arrived with her mother. “We heard Gaby was taken ill and decided to check to see how she is. I can see you have a lot of visitors Gaby and so we will not stop."

Gaby, “Actually the doctor does want to see Sandy as Mfwany has picked up the same disorder as me although it is very mild. She has been given something to help her and perhaps Sandy might have come into contact with the same disorder so the doctor needs to check out all potential patients.”

Sandy, "I am healthy doctor; I can assure you on that."

Helen, "In that case you will not mind stripping for me with your mother present in the adjoining room."

Sandy, "I will doctor but you might get a surprise."

The mother, "Sandy are you sure?"

With that the three of them went into the next room. The doctor took Sandy's blood pressure and then took a blood sample. "Now young lady clothes off."

It was Sandy's mother who got a shock as the doctor examined Sandy's breasts. "No problem there, now to the part all we ladies hate."

"Doctor I have a problem below."

"Yes Sandy I can see you are in the midst of having your period."

The mother spoke, "That is not possible Sandy was born a boy and had a penis. Her father became very upset when she wanted to dress and live like a girl."

Helen, "Well you can see Sandy is obviously female. What I suspect is, Sandy was born as intersex that is having apparent organs of both sexes. Once she reached puberty her female hormones kicked in. Having a period proves that she is fertile and can have your grand children."

"Sandy can you ever forgive me. It was Mfwany who made me realise I should have been supporting you. Of course after seeing what you now have there is no wonder Mfwany was calling you big sister. "

Helen, "I take it your husband has not been too enamoured at the thought of his son dressing as a girl. When in actual fact she was his daughter all along." Perhaps it might be better if I explain to your husband what has happened, but it will have to be soon as I will have to return to England soon."

"Doctor if it is ok with you I will call him now and ask him to come here." Sandy got dressed and went back to Drew and Mfwany.

Sandy was beaming all over her face as she said, "Apparently little sister I have been contaminated and I could not be happier. Mum nearly passed out when she realised I was having a period and the Doctor told her I was a healthy girl. She is telephoning dad up right now. I would love to see his face when the doctor tells him I have been his daughter all along.”

Sandy's father was at work and still smarting from the dual telling off. However he came to the hospital and asked for Doctor Helen Fullolove. Helen held her hand out. "I asked your wife to call you as something has come to light concerning Sandy. Sandy came in earlier with your wife and I gave Sandy a full medical. From your wife I understand you both thought Sandy was a boy."

"Yes Sandy is a boy who wishes to be a girl and I suppose once he is 18 he will have a sex change although I object."

“Ah well this next bit of information may come as a bigger shock to you. Sandy is very fit and health and should be able to provide you with plenty of grand children as she had her period while I examined her.

"But, but, but that is not possible Sandy is a boy."

"No Sandy is your daughter and always has been. It is most likely when she was born that she was wrongly diagnosed as male. I have seen many similar cases as I specialise in that branch of medicine. Sandy is one of the lucky ones she will never have to under go the trauma of surgery. She is also lucky that she had parents that would have paid for her surgery once she was of age. As I said previously, I see lots of children not all of them can afford treatment. So a charity was set up and is supported by many famous figures."

"Lassie say no more it is apparent I have considerable amount of bridges to build. You though have given me an idea how to start building bridges. My belief I was right has got me into trouble at work and I have been ordered to think of a way to work with Transsexuals or Transvestites or what ever they are called. Your charity I suppose it will have support groups for members to meet and get advice. Before I say any more I need a word with Sandy and my wife.

Helen took Sandy's father to the room where Sandy and her mother were talking to Gaby and the others. He looked at Sandy and then spoke, “Sandy I am not having any daughter of mine living in the annex. You will return to the main house immediately and further more no daughter of mine is going to wear the tatty clothing you currently are. After we leave here we are all going shopping as it is apparent to me you need a new wardrobe. Then we need to discuss what to do with the annex. I thought that perhaps if you and your mum agree we could start a support group for intersex children. The doctor has been telling me about a children's charity and I feel if we have a support group we can raise funds for the charity and help children who are in that same confused state you where.

To me everything was black or white, male of female. From what the doctor tells me there are some who are actually both and it causes considerable problems for their families. I propose we help this group. I could even talk about what it was like from my point of view and how blinkered I became until we had a visitor from England who has been gradually opening my eyes. Mfwany I apologise if I appear to have been rude to you or Sandy while you have been here. I wondered if you and those friends who came to the sleep over would like to come back here at my expense and stop with us for a couple of weeks? I have not been the host I should have been and I apologise. Now will you all excuse me while I build bridges with my firm? I will be back in a short while.

Sandy looked at her mother and said, "Mum what do you make of that?"

"To be honest I do not know what to think it is the first time he had acknowledged you are a girl. He is correct your clothing looks a mess but we can soon rectify that although your father's bank balance will take a knock as he learns it is expensive to have a daughter especially when you are an executive in a major company like he is.”

Helen, "He is talking with his company about setting up a local branch of Mermaids and raising funds for the charity.

Sandy, "Once daddy gets the bit between his teeth he goes ahead with a project."

A short time later he came back with a grin on his face. "Sandy my boss wants to talk to you about my project."

Sandy picked the telephone up and spoke with the boss. "Yes that is true and it is only recently he discovered I am a genetic girl as for years everyone thought I was a boy. Yes I want to go to University to study Psychology. Yes I would do that and daddy has promised the annex can be used for meetings."

"Daddy They have offered to pay all my fees through college and also will pay me a wage as chief fund raiser and secretary for the charity in America."

"Yes Sandy I have been a fool and will go on record tonight as Doctor Fullolove here goes on all channels with an appeal for Mermaids."

Gaby spoke up and said, “In that case I will also be there if you can do it then so can I. My parents knew I was different and was advised to wait and see. As you can clearly see I am female.”

Jenny, "Gaby has been lucky that her friends have accepted her in either mode. My husband has had quite a hard time coming to terms with our son is actually our younger daughter."

Sandy, "See daddy you are not the only one with concerns."

Dave Bond, “It is true I had concerns and I did not realise the school knew all about Drew-Gaby and like you I have some bridges to build or repair.” Later that night the group found themselves in a television studio.

Helen, "I am here to make an appeal for children suffering from intersex conditions." Helen went on to talk about the condition and how mainly it was girls who where mistaken for boys. Normally I would not ask patients to talk on television but these young people have volunteered to talk if it will help other children who have similar problems. The first is Sandy and she is the daughter of a major American industrialist. She is here with her father whom I am informed you all know.”

Sandy's father spoke, “Those that know me know I call a spade a spade, well I was not enamoured when I thought my son was becoming a fairy. A young English visitor made me open my eyes. To discover I actually had a daughter all along was quite a shock. I am here to tell all those other fathers who are in the same boat to get the child to a doctor and get the child checked out. Because of how Sandy was we have decided to start a self help group for affected children and their families. Now the second youngster here today who admits to the same problem is the Daughter of International ladies cycling Champion Jenny Bond and Gaby is American open, British & Commonwealth and European champion.

Drew came on next and said, "For the first 13 years of my life I appeared to be a boy, and I was brought up as such, but then my hormones kicked in and my breasts developed. To say I was confused is an understatement. My friends all thought I was a girl trying to be a boy and that annoyed them, and they where for ever trying to get me in dresses. My father saw my condition as loosing a son rather than getting a second daughter. All the same he still loved an supported me through out it all Of course I am disappointed I can never race for the men's title, But my mom better watch out as I will be after her title one day. All the races I have done so far have been as a junior although while in America I entered an open race and managed to beat some of the best in the world. I had to think long and hard about admitting to being intersex, but after thinking about it I decided to come out with my condition if it will help others in a similar position.”

Before the appeal had finished the telephone at the studio was red hot. Donations came flooding in and also there was calls from parents who where in similar situations. Dave and Jenny both came on and the interviewer asked if this revelation will affect Gaby's sporting career.

Jenny, "The relevant authorities have known all along about Gaby so there has never been any secret there. Both Gaby and Sandy have been lucky they did not need any surgery. Their bodies just changed naturally as they do during puberty. Some children need minor surgery to make them complete. Both girls have been very confused as to whom they are and Gaby had a nervous breakdown as a result of her confusion. So we know a little about what can happen even if you have a very supportive family."

My husband and I both knew Drew was intersex but he looked like a boy and so was treated as one. I realised long before my husband that we where going to have a second daughter. To Dave it was a big shock to find his son was actually his younger daughter. For many parents this news would push them over the edge. Dave is very close to both our children and has supported them whatever they have decided to do. Likewise he allowed me time off to race.

What the newspapers have not reported is that while my daughters have been over here in America on an exchange visit in the Grottoes, I have been undergoing surgery and chemo therapy for my cancer. So if Helen does not mind I will also have a plug at raising funds to try and beat this disease we know as cancer. Recently along with my team mates and others from the cycling world we have organised a race for who ever wants to enter in aid of Cancer. All entry fees will go to Cancer relief. As most of you know Lance Armstrong has also had a brush with the big C and so hopefully he also will be riding. This is one race that even the most amateur can race along side the professionals.

Gaby spoke, “Well mum you had better watch out because team Gaby is going to win. This may be the last chance I get to ride against Lance and I intend to win.

Sandy's father said, “I have only known you as Gaby and I admire your fighting spirit. It is not long since you collapsed and yet you are planning to win another race. I hope your cheerleaders will be there for you as I wish to see them in action.

Sandy spoke, “Father there is no doubt about that. The cheerleaders both British and American will be there to cheer team Gaby on.

Mrs Walters was listening to the television and called her daughters to listen. Gaby said, “Britney if you are listening I need you to get the American girls ready for this competition. As for me I am fine now although I needed blood transfusions due to me being Anaemic.

A short while later a car drew up outside the Walterss residence. The Bonds and Peters got out. Dave spoke, "I thought we had better come and see you all personally and collect both Gaby and Julie's cases. Thank you for looking after my daughters. Mrs Walters I was upset when we got your telephone call. I had no idea until I spoke with Doctor Helen that Drew could ever have periods. We both knew Drew had to take iron tablets because of Anaemia but I never contemplated that Drew would have a very heavy period and collapse like he did. Drew when he saw the blood soaked sheets just went into shock. Sorry I am still thinking of Drew as my son when I should be thinking of her as my daughter. Had I been thinking clearly I should have realise some time ago when the doctors told me and Jenny there was no trace of testosterone in Drew. I thought it was just he was late in developing which he was but not in the way I expected.

Mr Walters said, “My wife was going to sort out both my daughters for deceiving her. She was confused as she noticed when she took Gaby to the hospital that she had breasts but she also appeared to have a penis. Then she found the blood soaked bed and realised where the blood must have come from.

Gaby said, "Thank you for having us I had intended getting you a present but with what happened I have not had the chance. Britney I will be back to ride in that charity race and I have the Ambassadors race next year. Once the cases are in the car we are going to have to depart. The remainder of the group is already at the airport and they are awaiting our arrival so we can all go home together. As there is a risk I could collapse again Doctor Helen is going to be on board with some of her medical team. Normally the hospital would not have allowed me to travel but as I appear to have a mobile medical centre to take me home I am allowed to travel.

Britney said, "I thought you came by Virgin."

"We did but somebody high up has sent both versions of RAF one to America for me. The smaller one is a stripped out fighter plane that can get VIPS to their destinations fast like Concorde used to do. The other is a top of the range Airbus which is used to move large groups of Officials."

Mr Walters said, “Gaby we already have the sheet as a reminder of your visit. I know for sure there are two who here are keen followers of yours. We all wish you a speedy recovery."

With that they left the Grottoes and headed for the airport. As they arrived the Presidential helicopter was putting down. The driver said, "I have instructions to take you directly to your awaiting transport."

Gaby and Jules boarded the awaiting aircraft. Jules said, "Have you all seen the helicopter which is just landing. It looks like it is the Presidents Helicopter he must be making a visit to this area."

Mfwany said, "I always thought Drew walked round with blinkers. It must be in your genes. Of course he is arriving if only to be nosy and see what RAF 1 is doing down here."

Sure enough the President disembarked and walked over to the Jet but he stopped outside. Drew's father went and invited him on to the aircraft.

George Bush walked up to Gaby and bowed. "Now I understand why the British have sent this aircraft. I was puzzled when both of Tonys new toys where sent across here.

Helen said, "The first brought me across at supersonic speed to ensure the safety of Gabriel Bond.”That aircraft has now returned to base."

George said, "I am sure we have met before somewhere. My aides tell me you are the world's premier Genetasist and are up for award congratulations. Gabriel Bond I do remember meeting you at the Ambassadors race. In fact I remember giving you the winner's cup and medal. One of the aids whispered something to George. "You what! They just vanished!

"Sorry sir there is no trace anywhere they have totally vanished."

Helen said, "Problems George?

George thought and said, "I think you Lady Helen or Lord Middleham have played a joke on me after I searched your home looking for the Dragon Queen. I presume this aircraft has laser capability and can put many ghost craft in the sky if you so desire."

Actually President Bush I have no knowledge of that but I gather the technology to do that exists so I presume it is possible.

George looked around the aircraft. "I presume you are Gabriel's father and this must be the Champion mother Jenny. There can be no doubt as to where Gabriel gets her riding skills from. I am already looking forward to our next meeting. Princess Katrina I presume you are here because your team-mate from team GB was ill.

Actually uncle thought I would be safer going home with Gaby and her team. So here I am with my friends.

There is no wonder Tony sent this aircraft as it has many members of the British & German Royal families on board.

"Sir they have just appeared again and we appear to be surrounded."

Some of the children looked outside and saw what appeared to be thousands of dragons.

George, “Sorry I must leave you now."

George got back to the helicopter and the crew said, "Sir they all just appeared and they are not mirages as they all show signs of life." Just before RAF 1 took off a message came through for George. "Hi George you did not spot me among the girls how did you like my flight they will be gone in a second once I switch this gadget off."

Mfwany looked out of the Aircraft and said, "The dragon flight is following us." With that several of the others looked out and said, "Yes we can see them also they are being led by a big Yellow one.

One of the girls returning to England said, "We had better not mention seeing those or our parents will think we have been high on something."

Onboard the flight home.

Li Ming looked out of the window, “In China that Red one is a good fortune dragon. To see one is good luck to see many lead by a Red one is very good luck. In China they say the Red Queen is Sister to the all powerful Golden Queen. My parents would be very cross with me if I ever denied seeing the Red Queen.

Astrid looked at Li Ming and said, "If that is a good fortune then why do you look sad?"

"I am honour bound to tell my parents what I saw and then they will take me far away from my friends. To my parents it means the Red queen will come and claim me. This will bring good fortune to my family and friends. For me my future is uncertain."

Mfwany spoke, "Li Ming in Wales we also have the little red Dragon it is also supposed to bring good luck if you see them, and to be chosen as a dragon maid is the highest honour to be bestowed on anybody. Neither of us though is old enough to be chosen for that task. To me this looks like a guard of honour."

"Well I suppose you could be correct Mfwany as we do have Royalty on board. I will look again and see if I see anything different."

"Greetings Li Ming. General Lee Ming Tong sends his greetings and says to tell you that you that you have to apply for a place on the Gaby Bond cycle team. You may also tell Mfwany of this message and your parents but nobody else. Mfwany was correct we are a guard of honour for our queen's children. You both have been chosen to accompany them on their travels."

Li Ming spoke, "Gaby is it true you want to form a cycle team? "If it is then Mfwany and I both want to be in it."

Gaby laughed and said, "In that case with Kattrina that makes four of us as team-mates."

Back in Nottinghamshire Li Ming's parents where busy getting prepared for their daughters arrival back home. They were disturbed from their work by a knock at their door. A smartly dressed young woman stood their on there doorstep. "Hello I am looking for the parents of Li Ming?"

The husband and wife looked at each other and said, "Has something happened to her? Is she OK?

"Relax Li Ming is perfectly safe as you can see for your self. I thought I had better come and see you in case you did not believe what she has to tell you. I see you have many dragon ornaments around the house do you know what they all mean?

The Reds and Oranges and Yellows are fire dragons. The Brown are Earth dragons and the Blue and Green are Air and Water dragons. They are all revered by the Chinese people.

"I am glad you both know about them as it makes my task easier. I have this for each of you." and passes them a golden coin each.

"Please switch on your television and watch with me." They watched a program and then the guest said, "Tell me honestly what you saw."

Well not all the children had a halo but many had including our Mi Ling and the girl at the side of her had. All the tiny ones did though. The aircraft is surrounded by a flight as if it is there for protection. Our Li Ming spoke to one of the dragons and she received instruction from the dragon." The wife looks closely at the coin they each have been handed. "Oh my, Oh My, Dear look at the coin.

The husband looked and then said, "Greetings exalted one. We never envisaged a visit from you."

"As you can see your daughter has many dragon friends although some do not know it themselves. Very soon some of the group will be moving away so that they can be nearer to the national cycle centre. My sister has decided it would be better if your family moved at the same time. It is her token I gave you. She has an interest in seeing the team does well. I am given to understand you are very good at catering. If that is the case then your services will be required on race days."

"Please come with us we are going to meet the children at the airport. Husband May I have your token? When thy got outside the wife spun round nine times and then tossed the golden coins into the air. Empress of all take care of these for me. It appears the prophecy is correct after all that you would call for me. The high priest refused to take me as a child although I had been trained in the mysteries. Since that day I met my husband and had a child Li Ming. I have taught Li Ming all I was taught. My partner and I both accept you conditions."

Back on the Aircraft Li Ming was thinking. "Rhod do you have dragon blood in you?

"Please call me Mfwany in future Rhod is gone never to return. No as far as I know but Grandma has taught me all about the Welsh dragons and how to greet them. It was strange though you asked that because I had a dream that many talked to me when Gaby was taken ill and they told me they would always be there for me. You see those little ones making a right fuss over Gaby well they also came to me in my dream. Well grandma watched as we promised to be friends and companions to each other for all eternity. Shortly after that I woke up to find I was laid on a bed and the Doctor Helen was in the room with me. Grandma in the dream was called the Grand Welsh Mistress. That is all I can tell you.

Li Ming kissed Mfwany and said, “I Li Ming the representative of China takes you Mfwany as an eternal companion by dragon law."

A second or two later a group of young girls came across and said. "We saw you kiss Mfwany so now you have to kiss us all. After they did that they went back to Gaby giggling."

Mfwany said, "Grandma is talking to me and telling me your parents are waiting for you with the Golden one as you have already sealed your promise with her."

"You can talk over distances to your grandmother Mfwany?"

"I always could but recently I have found it easier to do. She talks to me often. I have been giving her a full account of what was happening in America. Grandma informs me that we are all moving to a new home but we have not to let on to Gaby or the others yet as Gaby has to go for further treatment."

"Mfwany those children we both kissed look across at them and then at Lady Helen. Do you see what I see?"

"Lady Helen has a halo like the dragons all did. All the small children we kissed also have the same Golden Halo."

"No wonder your grand mother said I had already sealed my promise with the Golden one. I am going to call those two tiny ones over and ask them."

Li Ming signalled with her fingers to Astrid & Cleo. They came running across. One scrambled on to the knees of Li and the other on to Mfawny's lap.

Astrid said, "Cleo & the kittens can look after you two and Ally I have to get back to Gaby she needs me the most at the moment. Cleo or the kittens will answer all your questions." With that Astrid went back to Gaby.

Cleo spoke, "Ah my sisters are here now for the other two of you. Our cousin Gaby has been very ill and it needs all the power that can be mustered to make her better again."

Rhod said, "Is Drew like me and turned into a girl? Not that I am objecting I much prefer it as I am and I was depressed at the thought of having to be a boy again."

Unlike you three Drew and his family will not remember this trip home it will be a total blank. He will get an invite to come to Hidden Corner and while there see an eminent doctor. At the same time you three, Kattrina and some other friends of Drew's will all are moving home. You three will know it all. You will have to act surprised when Jenny & Carol find my mum and us in Africa. We have the ability to slip into different time's zones and so we are here before we should be. Astrid called us for extra support not that she needs it. We should be having our nap around now. Do you mind if we sleep on you?

Ally spoke, "No we do not mind looking after three kittens."

On those words the three changed into kittens. They promptly curled up and fell asleep. Each girl continued to stroke them. Helen came across, "Ally your friends are also fast asleep now. Do you want me to take these three back to their own seats?

Ally replied, "No they are safe with us as they know perfectly well. They would not have gone to sleep here if they did not feel safe and we did promise we would look after them. These two here think they may have dragon blood but I certainly do not have."

Helen said, "No Ally I noticed you kept quiet about yourself. Are you scared to admit what you might be or could be?"

"Lady Helen I know full well what I am and who I am descended from. Just because I am supposedly descended from one does not mean I could wave my arm and make Gaby better, if I could have done so do you not think I would have done that long ago? As it is I am powerless to help my friend Gaby. All I can do for now is give my friends the support and help they deserve."

Helen shook her head, "Ally you have quite a little Lioness in your arms, are you not scared of her & what she represents?

"At first I thought she was a little dragon like Astrid and then I realised I was wrong. The children's mother must be one of the legendary cat people. I was taught about them but these are the first I have come across. I am puzzled though as they also show the same halo as Astrid as if they share a common parent."

Helen said, "They do Astrol and her sister Astral are my children while Astrid is my sister's child. The girls are cousins and sisters and the same is true of Cleo and the girls."

"No wonder I was confused their father must be a very powerful dragon lord indeed and they are the reason for the protective flight. It is to protect a Royal brood. Yet they are looking after Gaby like nurses."

Cleo woke up and spoke, "They are tending because we are not supposed to be here. Yet we had to come. Aunt Jenny and the others will never remember seeing us. Our father is not here because he and some of his sisters provided the blood needed by Gaby and so are resting. Giving her normal O blood could have caused more problems than it cured. Now Princess of Fay tell me and Helen about your self."

Ally said, "Well I was born on the Isle of Man. My parents moved to South Yorkshire when I was very young. Grandma told me of my Fay heritage but I did not totally believe her. She also told me of dragons and the Cat people. Grand mother smiled when she saw Rhod for the first time and said, "Ally you have the perfect friend there stick close to him. She was very understanding when I told her that Rhod wanted to become Mfwany permanently. When I am twenty-one I have to return to the Island for a special party.

"Ally can you take me to the toilet. First though I need to be a little girl again and so need your help. Put your hand on me and say Cleo be my little sister again."

Ally did as instructed and then went off with Cleo to find the toilet. While there Cleo said, "I normally need mum to change me back to normal but you managed that for me, so it means you already have the ability you just need to learn how to channel it. You would be better moving to the same town as Astrid and then you could have the correct training. Look in the mirror Ally and tell me what you see."

"Cleo you have a golden halo and I appear to have a silver one. I have never noticed that before."

"That Silver halo denotes you as a high ranking Fay princess regardless of how much generation have gone by since that position was claimed. All the Fay will bow or curtsy to you when they see your halo. Perhaps I should take you back to mother and you can meet her.” With that Cleo drew an arch with her finger and took hold of Ally

“Guard please mother that we have a Royal visitor."

Cleo was giggling, "That will put them all into a panic as they do not realise we have discovered how to contact our cousins and play with them. I am going to change back to a kitten and then you can change me back in front of mother.”

A rather flustered queen entered the room and Ally curtsied. "I was told Cleo was with you."

"She is but she changed back to a kitten again as she wants me to show you I can change her back to normal."

"Mum Ally is a Fay princess and my friend. We have been playing together with her dragon friends. My sisters are still with them and it is nice to have dragon friends.

"Ally I am not sure how they found you but you are very welcome here anytime."

Well I am not sure how Cleo did it but she went like this and a doorway appeared and we just walked through from the Aeroplane we where all on. Oh I appear to have done it as well."

"In that case I better go and collect the other two. And see what they found so interesting."

They walked around the plane to find virtually everybody was asleep. Gaby was awake and said, "Hi Cleo is Ally looking after you."

"Mum this is my friend Gaby who has been very ill but she is getting better."

Gaby rubbed her eyes and said, "Sorry I thought you were my Mum Jenny for a moment as you could be her double. She though is asleep over there with what looks like a very tired Astrid on her knee. I fell the fittest I have done for a long time."

Cleo, "With all that blood they put into you I am not surprised. I would want to be tearing around the room. This is my mum."

Cleo's mother looked at the sleeping form of Jenny and said, "So you are one of Jenny the Bonds daughters are you?

"Well Jules my sister is for sure. I am not sure what I am. For 13 years I have been called Drew short for Andrew and, I believed I was a boy, and then strange things started to happen to me. Now I am told the boy part has gone and I will be a girl for ever. The trouble is I liked it when Maddy and the others dressed me up as a girl but I do not know how I will cope full time.”

Cleo's mother asked Gaby many questions which she tried to answer. Cleo scrambled on to Gaby's knee and said, “I will keep calling in to see you. Unfortunatly all three of us have to go home with mum now but we will be allowed to come again now mum has met you.

Gaby said, "I can not keep calling you Cleo's mum, "May I call you aunt as you look like my mum? Is what Cleo said true are you the Lion Queen?

"I think calling me Aunt will be acceptable. Looking at your mother I would say there is a good probability that I am your Aunt. As for the other question that is one of my titles. Now I understand you have your own titles Cleo tells me you are a champion cyclist."

"I have taken the British, Commonwealth and European Junior titles. While in America on an exchange visit I also took several other titles including beating the Men's world champion Lance Armstrong. Mum is the Ladies international Champion so I come from good stock. I do not understand but sleeping Astrid there has told me that I have had to have quite a lot of dragon blood pumped into me."

"You may not understand but I do. Did you appear to be a boy and then you became a girl?"

"Yes but how did you know. Have you seen it before?

"Yes I know of it Gaby. Usually the dragons normally have females and they appear to be normal females. They may even marry mortal men. Normally they will go for one who is slightly feminine or even transsexual. Sometimes a boy is born but usually before they are 21 they will change."

That one sleeping there with one of your daughters was my friend Rhod. He also changed but for some time he has wanted to be a girl and he got his wish. The rest of our friends on the plane are all girls. Those little ones say their big sisters donated their blood to me.

Gaby that one there she is Fay, Virtually all the others are dragon. The remainder appear to be mortal. Your little friend Astrid she is very important. If she is here then the adults will not be far away.

"Lady Helen told me she was Astrid's Aunt and those two are her daughters."

"Yes Gaby I know full well they are sisters. Your friends Mfwany and Li both know what the children are. You did say the little one told you her big sisters donated their blood to you."

"Yes that is what she said."

"Well that child is a golden as are the other two so that can only mean that there is more than one older Golden. It appears grandmas rule has come to an end. So perhaps I can also expect a visit. I do hope so as I miss my sisters although from what I have seen I doubt any of them would challenge a Golden.

Cleo, “Mum Astrid told me that somebody called Lord Black launched an attack, and she and her big sister Alexis defeated Lord Black. Apparently he though he was attacking somebody called Draco. In fact he was attacking a golden nest and his compatriots all deserted him when they realised it was not Draco. Astrid then defeated him single handed. Apparently the distress signal was seen by the killer matrons and they came to aid the queen being attacked. Morning star, and the Red and Yellow queens apparently where the first to merge their flights with the golden one."

Well Gaby they are all asleep but you. Will you kiss me?

"Well Aunt I see no reason not to do. In fact I like having Cleo about. I must not forget Astrid. I suppose in a way I am now one of her golden sisters."

Actually Gaby you are correct. If you are infused with Golden blood then you certainly are one just like Astrid is."

"Well Aunt whatever you did wrong I will see that you are reprieved. They all think I go around with my head in the clouds. Well sometimes I do but not if it involves cycling. Did you cross this queen?

Actually Gaby I was banished by my grand mother, but looking at your mother I

Believe she is my younger sister and if so you where already dragon. I have to wait though until the Golden queen summons me. I doubt that it will be long as my daughters are obviously already playing and conversing with their cousins. Well Gaby I have to take these children home now, but we will soon see you again and these will not be able to keep away. At least I know where to look if they go missing.

Now before I go I have this for your friend Ally. Young lady kneel before me and receive your wand and Tiara. Then at least you will look the part. Cleo will come for you and I can train you a little until such time as you have your formal presentation and test."

"I have to go to the Isle of Man when I am 21 for a special event your highness. Thank you for these I already feel different. Rhod's grand mother the wise woman has already been teaching me herbal potions and she was pleased with me. Rhod called her the Grand Mistress of Wales if that is of any help. She is very nice and has taught me a lot. She said something about having to pass me on as she could teach me no more. I would still like to see the old lady as I liked her she was kind.

Ally she will never be far from you. If she is who I think she is then she has attempted to train you for a position that apparently has already been filled. Do not worry no harm will come to you, Gaby will see to that as you are all ready bonded with her, as is Mfwany.

Gaby spoke, "Err this bonding process does it have anything to do with kissing like Mfwany and Li did with the little ones and I also did with them and lots of adults and if so then perhaps we should also do it and then you will be tied to me aunt.

Ally spoke well there are only us awake all the others are sleeping so nobody except us will know you have been here.

Ally you have much to learn. We are not alone look outside and you will see we still have an escort.

Gaby looked outside and said, "Oh I see what you mean. Can they get in here as I wish to speak to that one?"

"Gaby be careful."

As Gaby spoke a young woman materialised in front of her. “Greetings Gabriel and you Alison. Sister you had best be gone with your children, but you should not have long to wait.”

“Alison take the dragon tears as your earrings. By now you should be feeling the power of the Fay flowing through you. You are a healer 1st class and already a Golden companion many times over. I will be staying with you for some time to come. You need rest and then training if you are to win your next race and Ally here has many skills to master. With that both Ally and Gaby fell asleep.

When they awoke there was no trace of any of the little children. Helen I will ensure Gaby keeps that appointment with you at your home." With that Helen left.

That just leaves us two I am Allison known as Ally to my friends. Even my boy friend or I should say Girl friend will not remember any of this. Now whom may I be addressing."

"Well to most people I am Lady Alison Robinson Middleham and twin sister to Alex Middleham. Most people will not look closer than that. You will though as Alexis is your queen. We spotted you straight away. An unlisted Fay princess with our Gaby. Yes I said our Gaby. We could not risk Gaby having a blood transfusion from any other source. So Empress Alexis and I along with her cousin Maddy where the donors.

Ah Lady Helen referred to an Alex. Is that the same person as Alexis or are there two with similar names?

Well Alex and I am cousin to Helen & Leslie and she is also father of their children. She is also the children's big sister as she is mine. In a way when you talk to me my sisters or the children you are talking with Alexis as we are all clones of Alexis. Likewise your job will be to look after Gaby and see she comes to no harm. Your job should be easy as she is already linked to us. We think independently but we all know what the others are thinking and doing.

Alison, Gaby Rhod and I are for ever kissing each other when Gaby is in that mode. Will that affect us and how we think? Little Astrid told me I was wearing the wrong clothes and I should correct it before we meet again."

Well I know what she is referring to. At the moment you just look like any teenage girl and you are not. Allow me to show you.

"Oh I look like a picture book fairy with out the wings."

"Lesson one how to unfurl your wings."

Ally copied Alison and did all she was shown. "Now you had better dress yourself back as you were and then as the Fay princess you are. See you can do it yourselves. Now take my hand I have to get you some more companions.

The two of them appeared in a massive Hall Alison spoke, "Empress I have brought Ally to meet and choose her new companions."

Alexis clapped her hands and lots of Leprechauns trooped in. Royal Leprechauns take one pace back and ordinary ones one forward.

Ally walked up and down the rows of leprechauns and then spotted one she had seen before. "Hello I have seen you before you watched my friend Gaby race. You ran out of water and shared ours as you had little or no money.

"Sorry Mistress I did not know and I doubt the other two did either. We liked to see Gaby Bond race and will go as often as we can to support her. On that occasion we had a mishap and some how lost our luck which you and your friends restored."

Fall in behind and lets see if I can spot the others. Are here you both are. Alison am I allowed claiming all these three.

Alexis, "Well is it true you three took food drink and money from Ally here?"

"Empress Please we lost our money and tickets to get home and the young lady here gave us some so we could get home. We promised to return it when we next saw her. And we did take food and drink with her and her friends and had a kiss and cuddle with each of them, and promised to be their friends."

"We put the money to one side so we could return it. You of all people should know we do not break our promises once we have made them."

Alexis shook her head, “I thought you three leprechauns would have realised what Ally is. Ally please come here and dress yourself appropriately.

"Oh my god we have kissed, Oh, Oh the silver lady. Oh it was the Silver Lady and friends who helped us."

Alexis spoke, “Well you three have decided your own fate. It is obvious to me you now know who Ally is. She needs a team of leprechauns to help her look after my cousins who are very close to her. Are you still up for the job of Royal Leprechauns?

Astrid appeared and pointed her hands at the three. "That is far better you are correctly dressed as Royal Leprechauns who have already taken service by accepting personally a queens food and drink. Ally you may find these are at times a bit of a pest but they are very loyal and honest. I know they did intend to repay you at the next race you went to. None of them had any idea who you where or they would already have been in your service. Now they know who you are different rules apply to them, and they have just realised it.”

"Tis a miracle that is what it is, Not only do we have the Golden queen but the silver Lady has also returned to us. Mistress Alexis it is true all three of us and our families accepted sustenance and help from the Silver Lady and friends. We where sad none of us got to be Royals for the little mistresses. Now I see why. You have first call on us as we have already accepted your Food, Water and Money. We also have accepted sustenance from the Empress."

Alexis said, "There is no problem with that. Ally did not realise who you all were when she and her friends helped you. Now she needs your help as Gaby Bond will be moving to a new home and you and your families are to help look after her. It also means you will get to those bike races in future. Now perhaps you would like to honour your promise to Ally.”

The smallest of the families came with a bag and said, Silver Lady this is to replace what was loaned to us. I was chosen for this task as I represent the new life of our families and us all thank you for the honour bestowed on us.

Ally picked the tiny leprechaun up and kissed it and said, “I was always taught you never ever returned money to a fairy Queen in case she took it as an insult. Now I know this was not meant as an insult, but to prove you honoured your word. You though have proved your families are worthy to be chosen Royal Leprechauns, and so you had better keep for me what is in that bag you where going to offer me. Now as all your families have become Royal leprechauns I am sure they can spare one to be my personal assistant and helper & Friend. Will you do the job, tiny one."

To Be Continued
Sharphawlad 27.08.08  © 2008

Drew's American Adventure is over.
By Sharp.

A Gabyverse Fan-Fiction.
Chapter 2 Silver ladies and Royal Leprechauns.

Alexis, “Leprechauns it appears that the Silver lady has elevated one of your number to Royal Leprechaun 1st class. Once Ally takes her place officially then she will choose others. For now she will be under my guidance and that of my sisters and cousins. Astrid will see to it that should Ally and companions need help then all my Leprechauns are to give it. Now though Ally you are to return to your friends.

Back on RAF1 everybody was fast asleep. They are still all fast asleep as when we left them and I have been away quite a while.

Alison said, "No only a few seconds have elapsed. I also had better be getting back to my duties. They will not remember Helen or anything that has happened here, other than Gaby being taken ill and having to be flown home. See you soon." With that Alison vanished.

A few seconds later Gaby Bond awoke and said, "Oh Ally it is you that is looking after me. I have been having another strange dream. Just of late I have been having all sorts of weird dreams. I will be glad to get home and be Drew again.

I am glad you are awake; will you look after my baby while I go and powder my nose?

Gaby took the bundle off Ally. Then she started to talk. "I always feel more relaxed when Ally lets me have you for a short time. I suppose I could tell you about my dreams. I even dreamt you where a living leprechaun and Ally was a fairy Queen. Can you imagine that? If she was then all she would need to do would be wave her wand and I would be winning the race. I even had a dream that my own mother was a dragon. I know she can be scary at times, but even that was far fetched. I even had a dream about those children Ally; Rhod and the rest of us helped. My imagination is working overtime. You know I wish I had a doll just like you. My hormones may be wonkey and as a boy it is not the done thing. I though need somebody I can tell my private thoughts and concerns to. They all think I am numb and do not realise what is going on.

I have had several e-mails and one has intrigued me. Somebody called Baby has written to me stating they wish to sponsor my team. I have asked my parents to take me to see this Baby. Well mum has been looking into what we may receive and what we can not have. Well I found the place she wants to meet me at and, it is ideal for children. I had hoped some of my friends could come along with me but unfortunately even sleeping Rhod has other commitments. Maddy and the others get a thrill out of dressing me as a girl. Then they tend to forget I am not one. I am forever getting myself into situations. I have to see that doctor when we arrive. Mum said she was a specialist consultant on my condition. Well my little friend I am getting tired again and Ally is not back so you had better snuggle up with me."

Ally eventually returned to find Gaby asleep clutching the Leprechaun tight to her chest. Ally, "Have you discovered what our Gaby is yet little one?”

The leprechaun nodded and then managed to say I nearly drowned in all that milk she is producing I had to start drinking it and then I realised what I was doing. She needs help in more than one way. I doubt that she has told anybody about her problem with the milk. So I will have to help her, is that ok with you? She also said I wish I had a doll just like you to talk to I always feel relaxed after Ally lets me borrow you."

Ally, "I love you dearly but her need is greater than mine, so I will loan you to Gaby."

Thank you mistress that makes it easier to tell you I already have sampled the princess. She has told me that she wanted her friend to go somewhere with her but none could make it.

Leprechaun I hope you realise that you have just drunk the lifeblood of a golden Queen. You need her as much as she needs you. I will tell Gaby when she awakes she may borrow you. I think the loan may be of a permanent nature."

About an hour before the jet was due to land they all awoke. Gaby said, “Sorry Ally I fell asleep holding your doll. I always feel safe when ever you lend me it."

"Well Gaby I think you had better borrow her for the time being. Always keep her close to you and you can safely confide your deepest secrets in her."

Thanks Ally for the loan I will take good care of the little one for you. Shortly there was an announcement that they would soon be landing at Robin Hood international.

"Oh good we will be nearer home than Manchester."

Drew spoke, “Mum I am feeling a lot better now. It must have been that long sleep I had. I have had plenty of weird dreams. Ally has loaned me her favourite doll and asked me to take good care of it for her. For some reason I feel safe when it is close to me.

Jenny looked at her husband and said, “We will have to get you your own so Ally can have hers back Gaby."

"Mum Ally has loaned me this so it helps me get better. I still feel weird like there is a fire in my tummy and I keep springing a leak. Ops I was not going to tell you that."

Dave looked at Jenny who said, "I think you and I need to go to the toilet young lady."

Jenny looked at Drew in the toilet and said, “We have nothing to help you now but I will get you something when we get home. I have heard of this happening before but normally it is nursing mothers that it happens to.

"Mum I can assure you I have never had a child or even considered having one. I am far too young for that"

Drew I think you had better stuff some tissues down there to soak up the excess. Then once we get home you and I need a good heart to heart talk about your condition. I also have to make that appointment with the consultant. She though is not going to tell me anything I can not see with my own eyes. I do think though it is in your interests to move you to a new school. That is something we can discuss once we get home.

A second or two late the captain's voice appeared on the tannoy system and asked everybody to fasten their seatbelts as they where on the approach to Robin Hood international. With that the group complied.

Waiting for the group to arrive was quite a gathering of media newshounds. Gaby started to hyperventilate when she saw the media. Ally touched her and said, "Sleep friend." With that Gaby collapsed and had to be taken off RAF1 on a stretcher.

One reporter said, "Jenny have you any news for us.

"Yes my youngest child has collapsed again and we need to get her to a specialist hospital. So please do not delay us." As she spoke an ambulance came with a police escort and drew up in front of the aircraft. "Sorry we have to go now."

Jenny got in the ambulance with Drew and asked Maddy to accompany them. The police officer said, “Sir if you and the remainder of your Family get in my car we can get the patient up the motorway to Leeds. I have instructions we have to have Blues and twos all the way to Saint James Hospital.

Ally shouted, “Do not worry about your cases we can deal with them. Tell Drew to look after my friend."

With that the convoy set off.

The children arrive home.

It was a relatively short distance from Robin Hood international to the children's home. The children where all rather subdued when the coach arrived. Rhod spoke to the headmaster "Sir Gaby has had to be taken to hospital. We all thought she was recovering and then just before we landed she collapsed. The Ambulance came with a police car and took the Bond and Peters families to the hospital. We have the cases belonging to both families."

The poor headmaster, "Thank you for that information I will let you all know how everything is going."

Silve, "I will take their cases as I have a spare key to the Bond household.

With that the children all went home to their respective parents. Ally & Rhod went home together. Once they where home Rhods Grand mother said, “Mfawney exactly what happened this time.”

Ally, "Grand mistress you recognised me straight away. Gaby is in no danger. In fact she is just taking a little nap. When she saw all the reporters she started to hyperventilate so I placed her in a deep sleep to stop her getting worse. Did I do wrong as I know I am supposed to look after her and when I saw her panicking it was the first thing I could think of."

"So you also recognise me. You where quite correct to put Gaby to sleep. I would have taken the same course of action had I been near."

"Gran what are you talking about? I saw Gaby and she just collapsed on to Ally."

"Mfawney it is time you called your other friend Li to come here."

As she spoke there was a knock on the front door. Silve said, "I will get it." On the doorstep stood Li and her parents.

"Is this Mfawneys home? We where not quite sure which one it was. We came because we all need to talk. Li's mother curtsies when she sees the Grandmother. "So what Li told us is true. We had to come and see for ourselves.

Mfawney ran over to Li, “I was going to call you as gran wanted to see you."

"Yes we realised she might when I told mum what had happened to Drew. When I got home virtually everything was packed up and the removal firm arrived. Like you I have to go and live with Gaby in a new home about 90 miles away from here."

The grand mother, "We need to go and see the headmaster and inform him several of his pupils are moving away."

A quick telephone call and it was determined that the headmaster was still at the school. They set off in Li's parents Range Rover. They where soon back at the school the children had only departed from a short time before. A knock on the door and somebody said "enter."

Rhod's grandmother, “I have come to build a few bridges and tell you that there is no need to worry over legal action from the Bond family. Mr Bond was letting steam off and unfortunately you where in the firing line. From what I understand Drew will be changing to Gaby fulltime shortly and it would be appreciated if her records where amended to show that. She is shortly to start training at the national cycle centre and so to facilitate this will be moving home. Likewise the same is applicable to Rhod who as from today has become Mfawney fulltime. Mfawney, Li & Ally will all be moving with Gaby."

"I have been asked to give you this letter. I know the contents and ask that you abide with it. Gaby will still need her friends and so the writer has agreed to sponsor your school cheer leaders providing they appear at all Gabys races."

The headmaster spoke into the intercom and asked Mrs Jones from the Education Authority to come through. She read the letter and then asked a few questions. "So this person wishes to sponsor the Sherwood Foresters. Are we allowed to use the mini coaches for other things?

"You may use them as you want but remember the cheerleader have first call on their use. If two events clash then the cheerleaders get the mini coaches. I hope I made that plain." The Headmaster signed the document and then so did Mrs Jones on behalf of the education Authority.

"I will send you details of where to send the documentation for the pupils who are moving away."

Mrs Jones, "Have you heard how Gaby is as we under stood she was taken away in an ambulance with a police escort?"

"Well she needed a blood transfusion in America and then I understand she collapsed just as she was going to leave the Aeroplane. I do know she was taken at high speed to Saint James Hospital in Leeds. Other than that we know nothing." As they were speaking Mfawney telephone went off.

Jules had decided to ring Mfawney and let her know how things where going. "Gaby is recovering but she is to be kept in for observation. Will not be returning home. Once Gaby is recovered we will be moving to our new home. Please tell others Gaby will be ok now."

Li, "Sir we will be here in the morning to say goodbye to our friends. Our furniture is being moved as we speak. So we are staying over night at the Sheriff of Nottingham."

After they left the Education officer telephoned Saint James and asked about Gaby. She explained who she was and why she was ringing.

"Sorry Madame I am not allowed to divulge that sort of information but I can put you through to the ward."

Jenny was called to the telephone, "Yes she is doing fine. Oh have they been to the school already? Yes I knew of the sponsorship but Gaby does not as yet. Currently she is sleeping. It appears she is sleeping herself better. Once she awakes we have to take her to meet the sponsor and tell her we have moved home. Please tell the headmaster he has nothing to worry about it was just my husband letting off steam. Gaby will be disappointed she will not be there to say goodbye to all her friends but she will still meet up with them. I will send you a list of her schedules so that can run smoothly. See you all soon.”

Out side the school Li's mother looked at Ally, "Please Ally will you show us your true self? So my daughter is not only friends with a dragon. The legend is correct the sliver lady has also appeared."

Ally, "People keep calling me that including Mfawney grandmother."

Li, "Ally only a golden Queen or Empress out ranks the Silver Lady. She is one of the most important personages of the Fay people. Both Mfawney and I in comparison are way down the scale normally, however we all said our vows together and are now companions. We have been selected to look after a young queen and act as her guide and protection. We all know the blood of Draco runs in Gaby as we can feel it.”

Ally, "There you are all wrong Li as it is the blood of the golden Empress herself that flows in Gaby. I know who donated their blood for Gaby. First off was Maddy, Gaby's true love. Then the other was the Empress Alexis and her twin sister Alison."

Mfwany, "Gaby told me herself that she had received three transfusions from Maddy & Lady Alexis & Alison Middleham. She said nothing of a Golden Empress Ally.”

Ally looked around and waved her arms. All around knelt down. Ally spoke, “Leprechauns come to me I request your help. With in seconds a multitude of leprechauns appeared. My friends here have to move house to help look after a golden princess. It is my request that they are given help to move. Now which is the smallest? Ah you will do you are elevated to Royal leprechaun first class. The other of your number has an important job to do she is looking after Gabriel Bond and so I need a replacement."

"Mistress I am leprechaun Lindsay and it was my cousin Tiny one you chose before. Two of my cousins wondered if the two dragon girls would also like a leprechaun companion to talk to."

Li spoke, “If it is the Silver Lady's wish then we will both agree. I was also wondering about Maddy and the others who are due to join us at our new home."

Ally; Maddy will have leprechauns coming out of her ears before she is done. Do not worry Li there will be plenty of leprechauns who want the job of looking after Gaby and Maddy. They tend to act like children and love nothing more than practical jokes. Tiny one already has attatched herself to Gaby and will not be returning to me. She is quite content where she is."

One of the leprechauns was heard to say, "You would not catch me abandoning the Sliver Lady for a Human regardless of how well known she is. Tiny one has let the side down and I will tell her when I next see her."

Ally, "I heard that and just to put your mind at rest. Tiny one has done nothing wrong. I personally loaned her to Gaby who is my friend. Tiny one discovered what I already knew. Gaby has the blood of the Golden Empress herself coursing through her veins. Whilst on loan Tiny one realised the position was going to be longer than she envisaged after discovering Gaby had a lactation problem and she asked for my permission to stay.”

"Sorry Silver Lady I was speaking my mind. I did not realise she was a young Golden. If little one has fed from her then there is no way she will ever return. It is as if the Empress herself has adopted our little one like she did with Baby. Then no greater honour could be bestowed on us. I have other children if she needs a companion for little one."

One of the sisters of little one slipped away. “Well I am going to find out myself if what they say is true. I always know where little one is and I will ask her.” The leprechaun failed to notice Jules in the room with Gaby, "Little one it is I Isis your sister I came to see if you are Ok.

Jules bent down and picked the leprechaun up. "What have we here you look just like Gaby's doll, but you talk?"

“Please mistresses do not hurt me I came looking for my sister who is pretending to be a doll. We do that when strangers are about or we are unsure about them. In my haste I did not see you. I was told my sister was helping Gaby with her lactation problem. I came to find out if it was true and to be cheeky and ask if a second Leprechaun was needed.”

Jules, "I lifted the other leprechaun over here so she did not get lost. You say you heard she had been drinking milk from Gaby?”

"Yes mistress and if it is true then little one will need help and your sister will wake up quicker. So I decided to volunteer for the job."

"Well Isis I will lift her back across. I love Drew as my brother and when she is in Gaby mode. Please do not tell her though as I like to have a fight occasionally with Drew."

Little one spoke, "Sister in your haste you have dropped us both in it now as you have talked to a human. The Silver Lady asked me to look after this one and I have been doing so."

Jules "Fear not I will not let on what you are. Somebody must think Gaby is important to send two Leprechauns to look after her."

Isis, "Little one was selected to help your sister and I just came to see if further help was needed that is all."

Little one, "Mistress now you have seen the two of us we will speak to you when you are alone. My sister is correct I do need help and I am pleased she has arrived. But she should know this is one position we can never abandon. I realised when the Silver Lady loaned me to Gaby."

The three of them failed to hear the door open and Dr Helen walk in. She watched for a while as Jules kissed both of them. "My sister needs help and I for one am willing for you to help her out if that is your wish."

Helen decided to let them know she was there. Leprechauns I saw you both there so you had better come and show yourselves. A Royal Leprechaun 1st class and a Leprechaun sister."

Isis when she saw Helen said, "Ops I am making many mistakes today."

Helen, "I have known for some time you where here and now a companion has arrived to help you. Jules place those two near the breast so they both can get a drink. This one must be rather thirsty being near the radiator. As for this other one she has just managed to up grade her self to same rank as her sister."

Little one, "Isis shut up before you get us both into trouble. Do you realise who this is? Sorry my sister can be a bit of a fool at times. I one time saw you with Lord Percy so I know you have something to do with him. I also know Baby has met Lord Percy so although you appear normal, you can not be."

Helen, "You are quite correct Lord Percy is my grandfather. I do not see him often. As for Baby I see her everyday before I go to work."

Isis was opening and closing her mouth. "Well Isis I agree with you Gaby should have another leprechaun and you will do fine."

“Mistress I did not expect to find a daughter of a dragon lord looking after Gaby. She would be safe in your hands alone."

"Yes but you two can provide a service I can not. In fact it would be better still if we had one more of your race."

Isis spoke, "I can summands our remaining sister to help us if that is your wish."

With that there was a flash and the elder sister appeared. "Greetings sisters of mine and greetings to you golden companion and cousin of the Empress. Greetings sister of Gabriel. I am Hera. Isis you came here yourself and look at you. You are petrified now because the youngest of us has recognised Lady Helen. Lady Helen I believe one more is required will I do or should I go back to my task?"

Jules watched on in amazement as Hera started organising the other two. A second or two later said, "Lady Jules my sisters are now having their meal. Have you any other tasks for me or can I go?

Jules smiled and picked up the leprechaun, "Yes first kiss me if Gaby can have those two I am sure I can have you. You can help me to look after Gaby, as you appear to be the most sensible of the Leprechauns."

Hera looked at Helen for guidance, "The same blood flows in Jules as in Gaby & she has asked you personally to help her. Now allow me to up grade you to the same rank as those two sisters of yours Hera."

There was a low moan from Gaby. Hera said, "She will be awaking soon. As long as I can remember I have ended up looking after these two. While I will be your personal leprechaun I still have to look after the babies you have seen how stupid they can get without me around.”

Jules, "Are you able to assume a shape similar to me?

Hera, "If that is what you wish then that is what I will do. Is that better?

Helen pointed her hand again and said, "Hera you better look and dress like a nurse while you are here in the hospital."

Jules, "Hera you look like me, in fact we could be twins."

Hera, "Sorry I thought I would just become larger although I knew some Leprechauns who are close to their Mistresses have taken their shape."

Helen, "Hera you are bonded with Jules. Jules asked you to be her companion and this proves your soul also agrees with your decision. As your sister is waking up I will leave. She should be fit enough to visit me as previously arranged."

After Helen left Jules said, “I noticed a while ago that somebody is pretending to be asleep and I am going to tickle the soles of their feet."

At this Drew pretended to be waking up and said, "Hi Jules oh my eyes must be going funny as I am seeing double." Gaby felt the laughing on her tummy and said, "Ok you two can come out as I want to see you both." With that both leprechauns crawled out from under the covers. “I take it you both have had a good meal?”

Isis spoke, "Yes we have had sufficient. We are both wondering if we will have bonded like your sister has with ours. Have we permission to see?

Gaby started to laugh and said, "I can think of many practical jokes we can play especially if we have Maddy on side as well."

Hera, "Before you do that do either of you feel strange?

Little one, "Not strange but as if I could run round the room faster than a jet plane."

Isis, "I feel extremely mischievous like a naughty child."

Jules touched Gaby just as Ally had done previously and said, "Sleep little Sister until we return." With that Gaby again fell into a deep sleep.

Jules, "I am sorry about having to do that to Gaby but something very important has happened. With the long dry summer we are having, everything is tinder dry and several of the moors have gone up in flames. Rombalds moor, which stretches from Skipton in the North to the outskirts of Bradford in the South, has gone up in flames, as have the nearby Bronte moors. Alexis has put out an all Fay Broadcast asking for help recovering the injured and those in danger." Outside The hospital they all could plainly see the smoke and flames from the fires, and even smell the burning embers.

Ally came up to them and said, "I see you heard the news we have to be going now. There are many in danger. Jules as you have already worked out you also are of dragon blood and are impervious to the flames."

Within the next few seconds they where off. The fire fighters where concentrating their manpower on attempting to stop the fire from reaching Leeds-Bradford International Airport. Below they could see bulldozers attempting to build a firebreak. Planes and Helicopters went over head dumping gallons of water on the moor. Fire-fighters from many different towns where fighting the blaze."

They soon spotted the first group of trapped and injured Fay. They where sheltering by the Stone circle on the Great Allotment of Ilkley moor.

Ally said, "Good they have found their way here I will open the doorway and they can all escape.”Little one can you stay here and send all through the door tell them the queen commands it. We will have to search further a field. You little one should be safe from the flame, as Gaby is Fire and Light.

Soon they found more Fay and pointed them in the right direction. Sweeping the area they decided to go back over the ground and they saw little one running with something.

Little one, "The Mother had hidden these under the Great Rock and she could not get back to them because of the flames. You where correct I can walk through flames, or to be more exact run through them. My dress is a bit Smokey though.”

Ally, "We had better go through the door ourselves and close it behind us. Nobody else can come through this way. They found the mother holding the door open but she had collapsed. Ally picked her up and said, "All through."

Jules looked around she was amazed when she saw so many tiny people. When she and Ally appeared the little people all either bowed or curtsied. Ally said, “Did you all come by the door way?"

Silver Lady all in this room did. “That tiny one and the one being held by the Dragon held the door so we all could escape.”

The little lady came round in Jules Arms. “My babies are they safe did you get them?”

Little one was all covered in smoke but said, "Yes I got them I have gone and placed them in the Royal nursery. As soon as I have cleaned myself I will take you there."

Ally waved her hands and all in the room appeared clean and in new clothing. Then a procession entered. Upon a small white horse did her sisters follow Astrid? Congratulations we get everybody to safety, which of you is Little one?

Little one stepped forward, “I am."

"I understand you left your post to go and rescue some babies and the mother of the children took your place is that correct?

"Yes I did and yes the mother did substitute for me."

"Good that is what I wanted to hear. The Empress Alexis has ordered you both shall receive a class one dragon heart to show all you both braved the fire to rescue others."

The mother, “I abandoned my children to try and find a way out and then I could not get back to them. I only did the little leprechauns job in holding the doorway open for others, and then I fainted with the heat from the fire, but my body kept the doorway open."

The Empress knows full well what transpired as many others have told her and asked for you both to be presented. Silver Lady you should be aware the fire awoke Lord Rombald from his slumber on another part of the moor and, he has built a massive firebreak to contain the fire. He was exhausted after building the firebreak and, so has moved to Crookrise to get some more sleep. So please if any of your number decides to relocate there do not disturb him. Others will also be getting awards in due time. Little one mother wants to know what made you think you could survive the flames?”

"I drunk of the princess and was full of fire and fire can not burn fire so I knew I was safe. I just felt as if I had to run as I was unsure how far away the children where or just where they were hidden under the great rock but, I found them and covered them up, and ran back through the fire. I was also unsure how long my protection would last so I had to run to ensure all of us did not perish in the confragation. Now I would like to resume my normal duties and get back to my young mistress if possible."

"Yes I think I had better take you back. First though I want to show you something. Astrid opened the door again.

The mother of the rescued children said, "May I also see?"

They looked around and the ground was scorched but if you touched it, the ground felt icy and wet. That is the work of the Water and Ice dragons they have been wetting and freezing the ground the fire is now in one small area near the Airport and normal means should now contain it."

Ally looked at the little woman and said, "I presume you lost your home?"

“Silver Lady I may have lost my home but my life was saved and I owe a debt of gratitude to this leprechaun for saving my children. I know dragon milk does not make you impervious to fire but it does enable you to run very fast. My friend risked her life to save my family and for that I will be for ever in her debt."

Little one fainted and Ally picked her up. “We better get you back to do your job in case you are required again to rescue strays.”

Jules, “As you have no home would you have any objection in coming to live with me. I have a dolls house my father built for me some time ago. It may be need of some decoration but it is sound and we have plenty of food that you can share.”

Isis spoke, "Friend we do not even know your name although you recognised the Silver Lady, and her friends call her Ally. I am Isis, Sister to Hera and Fraya also known as little one Royal leprechaun 1st class. This is Princess Jules of the golden flight. So you can take that offer of a home from her as an order from the queen herself."

“Please Princess I wish to accept your kind offer of a home for my family. I am Pixie Petal we are some of the smallest of the Fay. I must also help my Leprechaun cousins if they are looking after Royal Princesses. My children need food and all my supply has gone until I get some substance."

Jules whispered to Isis, "Take them to Gaby?

Ally, "Well now you have seen the charred remains of the moors. The Bracken and Ling. will eventually all grow again but for now you are our guests. I think we can find plenty of honey for you to digest.”

Jules, "Come you can visit my sister with me. She has not been well recently."

Petal looked at the sleeping form of Gaby; "Princess your sister needs Petals help. I have seen many before like this. She is confused; she does not know what she is. Usually I sprinkle pixie dust but the Silver Lady will have already done that. I see she put the patient in a sleep trance."

Jules, "Actually I did as I did not want Gaby awaking when there was not a friendly face around."

Petal looked and realised Gaby was feeding her babies. "No, No, No should never ever give Petals babies that. It makes them go zip." Sure enough the babies where flying around like express trains.

Fraya, "Petal they have not had much and it will soon wear off. Look I have caught one and Isis has the other. I know how they feel as it had the same effect on me and Isis was similar affected. We have a job to do though and disposing of the milk is part of it."

“Princess Jules this home you promised me, would your sister be nearby?”

“Yes Petal once she awakes she has to go on a trip and then she will find we have a new home. We will not be living far from the Golden Empress or her youngest daughter who gave you that medal you proudly display. Also Ally or the Silver Lady as you call her will be living with us.”

Helen entered and noticed the new comers. "I see you have pixies with you. Watch out they are more mischievous than leprechauns."

Petal, "I will let you know The Empress daughter gave me and Fraya these for bravery in the face extreme danger. I may be small but I did my duty."

Helen, "So I was informed by the Empress who further informed me you have taken a position looking after Gabriel here. I suggest you also have a drink and then you can catch the babies if they decide to go flying off again.”

"Petal and babies already travel long way from home. We came looking to see if rumours that golden one had returned where correct. Petal finds Silver Lady and Leprechauns playing tricks on her. Golden Empress also not averse too playing tricks on Petal. Well Empress your halo tells me who you are just as when you pretended to be little girl who gave me medal. Just wait untill all Pixies here Petal's got medal from Golden Empress herself. You already fed Petals babies and they will come back for more now they have tasted you. Petal is going to like this new home. I will do as my babies and it will give me energy to tidy new home. Soon many Pixies will come. Petal will tell them to come."

Jules looked puzzled, "Petal nobody is playing a joke on you this was my brother Drew and now she is my sister Gaby."

Helen, "Petal are you looking at halos?"

"Petal always looks at them, people not always what they seam. You like sister have almost same but it is a fraction different. While Gaby & Astrid & Golden Empress are same."

Helen, "Alexis I presume you heard that can you bring your sisters and daughters to show Petal no joke was played on her."

Petal looked around and said, "Many different form but only One Golden Empress, I serve all your forms. Petal looks after sleeping Empress and play games with Little Girl Empress. Royal leprechauns play zip catch with Petals babies.”

Alexis held her arms out and said “Petal come here, Astrid is my daughter and also me as is Alison here."

"Petal confused she only sees Empress in many shapes. Petal work for all shapes of Empress and will live with sleeping Empress."

"Petal, Gaby who you see sleeping has been very ill and I and my sister had to give her some of our blood that is why you are confused. Soon she will be even more confused; it was bad enough for her when she started to change from a boy to a girl. Now she has to learn she is not entirely human at all. Three of my Leprechauns will also be looking after her, as is the Silver lady. Now you said, "You have to inform the other pixies that both the Silver Lady and the Golden Empress have returned."

"Yes Petal has to arrive with Red dragon, Sorry I forgot about that. Red Dragon needed to bring sick and aged pixies to Empress. Lots and Lots of pixies. Petal found Red dragon with sore head and took thorn out of foot. Red dragon promised Petal help when she needed it. I should have called Red dragon before but could not find scale to call Red Dragon with because of smoke. See Petal telling truth.”

Petal got excited when Draco entered the room. She threw her self at him. "Steady on that is some greeting to get from one so small."

"Sorry grumpy dragon Petal needs help as you promised her."

Draco looked round, "Alexis I suppose I am here for a purpose."

"My little friend and companion here needs help from the Grumpy red dragon with a sore foot. Does that ring any bells? She promised her pixie friends she would find the Golden Empress and then come and collect them all with the aid of the Red dragon that she previously helped.

Draco thought and said,” a doorway would be more direct and enable the leprechauns to move everything quickly. I will go with she who bears a dragon heart.”

“Pixies all think Petal tell tall stories when she tell truth. They all laugh at Petal. Now they see Petal is brave and brought dragon back.”

Astrid opened a doorway and all but Helen & Gaby went through. Alexis looked around and at first all they could see was charred moorland. Then a voice said, "Petal you escaped and brought help. We all moved to the rocks but we have no food. We are all around the rocks fire did not come here."

"Petal brought friends as she said she would. You come and live with Petals friends and Leprechaun cousin's yes."

Isis looked around. "There is nothing for them here and they all need nectar. As far as the eye can see appears to be barren.

Draco said, "My friend Kestrel will check and see if there are any more pixies stranded on rocky outcrops. A short time later the kestrel reported in "Three more rocky outcrops and one tarn with survivors. Have already instructed eagle squadron to collect all survivors on Petals orders.”

Alexis said, “Kestrel once the Eagles have brought all survivors to me I wish them and you to search all the other areas that have been on fire recently and to bring all survivors to my home."

One pixie stopped by Petal and said, "Sister you did as promised and brought the lords of the skies to help us rather than just one as promised. I have the remnants of the pixie army and although they are weary, hungry and tatty they wish you and the Silver lady to lead them."

Ally looked at the tatty rabble and said, "Well I better do something about your attire, and then Petal my General of Pixies will lead you past the Empress and I will come behind you with two of the dragon princesses.”

One of the tiny Pixies also ran to Petal and said, "Mum I told them all you would be back for us. We worked hard to try and stop the fire but it still came after us but, it could not get up the rocks. Aunt Sepal decided we would behave better if she treated us like soldiers. So we are the Pixie Army of the Pixie Queen. Aunt Sepal said, "You would find the Red dragon and bring us help well you have done that and more. You taught me and the others to recognise all Dragons so we know who is a friend. But best of all you brought the Pixie Queen and now we all know we are safe. Sorry Golden dragons if I have not greeted you all. Mum and aunt will be telling me off for not greeting you all correctly. Has mum taken service with you or the Silver Lady?"

Petal, "Woo slow down Iris you are talking far too fast. So now I head a pixie Army and I suppose my sister is the other major officer.”

Astrid, "Well I think it is a great idea. In fact I will present you with this banner and your mother needs these as a field marshal and your aunt as a General of Empress Alexis Silver Lady Regiment. Will you allow me to lead you past the Generals and Golden Queens who we will salute?"

"Yes Sir, Sorry yes Miss."

Alexis chuckled, "It looks like Astrid has acquired many more playmates. Sepal I have a job for you and your sister. The next time you see the pixie army its ranks will have swollen considerably as have the Leprechaun Army over the recent months. My daughter Astrid will look after them all. For now I want you two to look after a group of young dragons which also includes the Silver Lady."

“Golden Empress I was going to ask if I could do the same job as my sister. I see she has won a dragon heart. That alone makes her the highest ranking of any pixie ever."

Alexis said, "We have a problem for now at least one of the group does not realise she is a Golden dragon and others have only just discovered they are dragons and so will need advice and help. Like wise the Silver Lady has only just realised her vocation. Three Leprechauns will also be joining this group. As your sister already knows after working with one to earn her medal for Valour."

Empress my sister told us all how one day she came across a Red Dragon in great distress. He had a splinter in his talon and he was in great pain. Flames shot out of his mouth as he was in pain. That did not deter my sister so she must have done something very brave. Well she eventually got the splinter out and he promised help if she ever needed it. The children and I always believed her but some of our people doubted that the Red dragon existed."

Alexis said, "No wonder she stood the heat from the moor fire so others could escape. She has already been exposed to dragon fire and survived. Even then you can only last so long before passing out. If you and the children are as brave then the Silver Lady regiment is a very brave one."

Empress I soaked my clothing and that of the children in Pixie dust. My sister told us it protected her from the dragon fire when she helped him. I remembered and then decided to do the same with the children and myself. It enabled the children to fight the fire and rescue many of the sick and injured you found on the rock. Eventually though even the flames got too much even for us and we also had to retreat. You found us shortly after that."

"Sepal I would like you to show me and a friend of mine exactly what you did?"

As they where speaking a white eagle settled down close by. "Alexis the eagle squadron has returned home with many of the Fay from those sites. I came because they all tell the same story and several of the older ones informed me they are sorry they teased Petal when she said she had endured the dragon fire to help a dragon in pain. They all witnessed the families of Petal and her sister time and time again plunging into the fire and bringing out both Fay and animals.

To some of the pixies it was as if the children where in their element and where fire pixies. Regardless of that the pixie council has decided that all that plunged into the flames to save others should receive the highest honour the pixie council can bestow. The four leaved clover and bar. That also includes the Leprechaun and Petal. When the Pixie council learned that Petal had held the door open so others could escape. They have also decide the story about the dragon must be true and are awarding Petal an extra bar for valour in extreme danger Astrid has already made one alteration to the Pixie army. She has decided while the existing name will remain that perhaps this 1st Pixie army should also have the banner The children of Fire 1st Battalion."

“Other members of the Eagle squadron have been dispatched to the areas of moor land fires. They have instruction to bring to your home any survivors they found. Elderly and aged pixies have also praised the families of Petal and Sepal.”

One elderly pixie was heard to say, "I have no doubt they are under the close protection of a fire lord and very close to him if not his children." This caused Draco to splutter.

Alexis, "Father have you been consorting with Pixies?

"I was a little grouchy that day.”

“Well you would be with a massive splinter stuck in your talon. The pixie did get it out and then she covered the wound with something, and she had to remove a scale or two. But honestly I never ever mated with a Pixie. Honestly Alexis can you imagine the largest and the smallest of the Fay."

Alexis and the white eagle chuckled." Sepal did you and Petal have children before Petal met Lord Draco? That is the correct title for the Red Dragon.”

"To be honest no, and neither of us is sure how the children came about because we never consorted with pixie boys. But the children appeared, they did. Every eight weeks and another batch arrived regular as clockwork we are."

Alexis thought for a moment and said, "By any chance did you get any dragon blood on you?

Sepal said, "Soaked she was I had to clean her up and I also got covered in the stuff. Could not believe how much blood came off her. Told me she used Pixie dust to stop the flow of blood. It worked Dragon Lord is lot better and not grumpy like he was.”

Petal, "See I still have box with two scales in as momento of meeting Lord of Heavens. I showed sister and she held one and looked at it. That is all we ever did.”

Helen had been listening with interest and said, "May I have a sample of your current Blood Draco and may I also have the box with the scales in. Alexis the pixie dust will not protect them from the fire. Getting covered in Dragon blood would though. In fact it would have the same effect as drinking dragon milk. I am also wondering if it also changed the genetic make-up of these two so they are more like our Mer cousins. I also think sealing the wound exposed Lord Draco to a large amount of Pixie magic permanently.”

Draco started to count back and then said, "Oh, Oh, My encounter with Petal could have had a far greater effect than I ever envisaged. For some time I have been puzzled how I could sire a golden dragon. Exposure to Pixie magic allowed me to create you Alexis. You know from personal experience what happens when your blood comes into contact with another. That person becomes a clone of you regardless of their size. I never ever gave it a thought that a Pixie is just the smallest of the Fay.”

“Ladies please forgive this grumpy dragon. I have inadvertently transferred to you both similar powers I would have given to my daughters. The old pixie that described your children as fire pixies is not far out. As far as I am concerned I will have to treat you both as if you where my daughters. One thing as your new father I am proud of you both. The bravery you both exhibited was tremendous for one so small. Now to that other problem you both have. Your Mer cousins have only to look at a boy and they are having his children."

“Father we never went with any male, Honestly Empress. One time we both saw a human we both liked but a female soon claimed him. We both stole items of clothing of his. We should return the items he lost. That is the only time we have ever considered a mate and of course we are far too small and he would have never looked at us."

Alexis held her hand out, "I will return the items for you both." As she read the name on the clothing, "Sorry ladies you had better keep these to remind you of your lost love. He is no longer with us. As for the babies, Your Mer cousins just think they are pregnant or are not pregnant so I suggest you do that if you have enough children. As for you two as father has claimed you then that make you my smallest sisters and my companions. As for your children regardless of how many there are, they will all be treated and regarded as mine. It makes no difference your duties still remain the same. Only now you know you can call on the aid of all Dragons. Now you had better get back to your duty and I will arrange with the Pixie elders a day for your award ceremony.”

Draco, "Well Alexis why could you not return the clothing?

"Read the name tags and you will see yourself."

Draco burst out laughing and said, "They have no idea it was you they took the clothing off. Well at least Astrid is looking after her little sisters."

Back at the hospital Petal and Sepia where talking and said, "The Empress was not even cross with us pinching that clothing. She even forgot to hand it back to us. Well we no longer have it so we can not return it can we. I suppose we could do as she suggested and think we are not expecting again. As we have this one to look after that might be a good idea. Look she is waking up. We had better pretend we are dolls like the leprechauns told us."

"You two come here it is no use trying to pretend you are dolls and you can tell me where the leprechaun is?"

"Please we are not supposed to let others see us. So we will have to be dolls if others enter. Your three leprechauns had a job to perform with your sister Jules and so left us in charge."

“Well I sometimes people call me Drew and sometimes Gaby. Are you two Fairies?”

"No we are not but we are Fay like them we are Pixies and until recently lived on the Cornish- Devon boarder."

"I think I might have spotted some of your people before. I stayed with my aunt and cousin down there and entered a race or two. A very bad man tried several times to kill me. He succeeded in killing another boy and injuring me. Then he tried again and I almost drowned but your people found me and help was called. The old lady in the house was furious when she saw what state I was in and said, "John go to the main the road and get help." Endora look at this child and tell me what you see. A younger woman came over and looked and said, Mother she must be protected and the ancient ones must be told. I will summands the Great Sea lord."

I kept falling asleep but I did see an elderly man appear he looked at me and gave me a kiss. Yes you did right to call me. "Tell the imps and pixies and all who owe allegiance to you they have my permission to track down her attacker and bring him to justice. The police where later to find Meadows all bound up with what looked like silk. Apparently he was terrify and admitted all his crimes including attempted murder and murder. When the police found him he said, "Thank the lord you have arrived I thought it was going to kill me. They decided although he was guilty, but he was also crackers, and so locked him in a mental hospital."

Petal and Sepal looked at each other. "So he saw a giant spider & was he in a silk cocoon ready to be eaten?"

"That is what the policewoman told my parents after Meadows had been taken away. The policewoman said somebody had done quite a number on him and he was singing away to the police. As a result of his information many other criminals where arrested and imprisoned."

Petal, "That is unusual she normally does not let the victim go. All that is ever found is the husk or shell of the person, she digests all the rest."

"Well I can honestly say they helped me and even found my bike and placed it in a barn. I went back later with my parents but could not find any of them. I did find the house it was apparently empty. All the same I left a hamper of food for my rescuers. I also wrote a note to say thank you for calling for help. All the time we where there, I felt we were being watched.”

Sepal, "The enforcers found you then. She hates anybody who abuses children. If she summoned Lord Neptune she must have been in a quandary as nothing normally bothers her. She is the Justice of the Fay world. Obviously she has sided with you and woe betide any body else who tries and harms you. No doubt she already has her own protection for you closeby."

Petal spots a spider, "I thought so they are watching and reporting back to her."

Gaby, "Spider if you understand me shake your head up and down. Thank your mistress for the help she gave me. These are my friends Petal and Sepal. I should have three leprechauns also looking after me. You may inform your mistress I have to go to Forbidden Corner to meet up with somebody who has offered to sponsor me in my cycling."

The spider scampered out of the room. Petal, "Others will also be watching."

Shortly after the spider left a nurse appeared but Petal & Sepal did not remain quiet. The nurse said, "I do not know which is worse to have around here Leprechauns or Pixies you both are very noisy. Perhaps I should call the enforcer."

Petal, "If you do the Red dragon will come and gobble up the Enforcer. The Red dragon does not take lightly to his children being threatened even if it is by his sister.”

The nurse started to laugh. “No wonder you earned that medal Petal. Dos nothing scare you?”

"I am scared and terrified of you. But we have a job to do with our cousins, and that is to ensure Gaby here has permanent protection. Even the Red dragon could not protect us if we made a mess of this job."

“Well in that case we had better insure Gabriel gets the best of treatment and protection in future. Gabriel I will be accompanying you in all you future travels. You Gabriel though, are now well on the way to total recovery. My first reaction was to enact Dragon law and then I thought I better council my brother on the matter. It was more beneficial to terrify the man so he admitted his crimes and he would be dealt according to human laws. Admitting them though does not stop the imps from teasing him and half scaring him to death. They though know they have not to go too far or Alexis will be cross with them."

Gaby nipped herself to see if she was dreaming again. "Ouch I was not dreaming. You are all real."

"Yes Gabriel we are all real. And you did speak to a spider as well as us pixies and Leprechauns."

"Then the rest I though I dreamed could also be real. Do any of you happen to know somebody called Draco as that person keeps coming into my thoughts? He keeps saying Petal & Sepal have more guts than he realised. Tell them many far larger than they are would have been quaking in their shoes, if they discovered they had to take on Justice. You two on the other hand threatened my sister Justice with me. No doubt she found this highly amusing as we often used to wrestle when we where younger. Petal your award for bravery was well earned and congratulations on the Pixie award you both are also to receive. Not many of your sisters are as brave as you two or would have taken on Justice if needed. Alexis was quite correct in placing you with the leprechauns to look after Gabriel.”

“Now Gabriel I have a message for you to give to Justice. You are to inform Justice she is required to stay in the human form she has chosen. She will stay with you and your companions as a permanent medical assistant. Gabriel the Empress informs me that in the recent months you have had far too many close shaves for comfort. So Justice will be there too ensure nothing untoward happens to you or your friends. Also Justice you did the correct thing in nipping the finger of Gaby and injecting your version of anti venom.”

“Meadows shot you Gaby with a Hypodermic and it would have slowly killed you had not Justice acted as she did. As for the miscreant Meadows he is in a solitary high security cell far away from his colleagues who have placed a death sentence on Meadows after he turned Queens Evidence in a bid to get his charges reduced. Even then all the others can hear his screaming as the imps visit him each day.”

“Now perhaps you two will all become friends. I should also inform you and Justice all the leprechauns will meet you tomorrow when you visit the Forbidden Corner. You are to look out for them, as they will want to play tricks with water pistols as they normally do. I would suggest you get Justice to purchase water cannons for you and her before you go there. Now I must be going see you all soon Draco.”

Gaby, "He has gone. It was as if he was speaking directly to me."

Petal, “Gaby you are lucky Draco even spoke to you. Lord Draco is very shy most of the time with strangers and even members of his family he does not communicate a lot. He is right though Leprechauns love to get wet and so will often have water fights with their friends.”

Justice, "I think that warning was aimed at me so I would not harm the Leprechauns. Come to think of it they have soaked me before when I was younger and unprepared for them. Now you two can tell me how you meet my brother as normally he would not bother with ones as small as you."

Petal told Justice how she came across Draco a long time ago and how she had removed the splinter but not before she was covered from head to toe.

Sepal, "I helped clean her up and got covered in the process myself.”

Justice started to laugh and then she said, "No wonder he is calling you his daughters, normally the only time a living creature is soaked in dragon blood is when we give birth to that creature. It also enables the skills of a parent to be passed on to a child. Draco is a Red Dragon and so fire and light are his elements. Have you two any fire skills?”

Sepal told of them braving the fire and Petal told of the Leprechaun and her self at the moorland fire.

Justice, "Let me get this straight you stemmed the flow of blood with Pixie dust."

"Yes I had to keep packing it in untill the cavity was full and then the scales closed over it. I used lot and lots of pixie dust to fill the cavity. The dragon promised to help me if I ever needed it. Did I do wrong using it on your brother?"

"No Petal you did what you could in the circumstance. Pixie dust is sterile and I even use it if I can get it for minor cuts. This sounds as if it was a very deep wound you packed with it.”

Dragon skin is the hardest thing I ever sewn. I did this length and put in so much dust. Then I cuddled up to dragon to keep him warm and in morning scales had closed over where Petal had sewn. I then go home to Sepal who helps clean me up. Only Sepal in village believes Petal helped dragon, others think I am telling tall story. I show them my children and Sepals walk in fire and save many lives."

“Well Petal I believe you and so does the Empress. I think that was brave and resourceful of you to do what you did. You showed me you are not afraid to stand up to me or anybody else. So Draco is now embued with pixie power as well as dragon. No wonder things have changed as they have. To all he still appears as a Red dragon but your Pixie Dust is ensuring all he produces now become Golden. That also applies to you two and your children. You both are golden Pixies. No wonder you can walk in flames like you can. Even some dragons I know would balk at that. Come give me a kiss.”

Petal, "Gaby both Sepal and I are getting very tired and need to rest will you cuddle us both, Also we are hungry and need substance would you mind if we drank a little?"

"Gaby do as they request. You will find it quite soothing and they will not hurt as much. Now while they are relaxing would you care to tell me about Meadows?"

Gaby blathered on for some time and told Justice about Meadows and than about all her other problems. Gaby looked down and said, "Both of them are fast asleep but they are clamped on like limpets. All I ever wanted to do was race bikes like mum does. My girlfriends all conspire to get me dressed in girls clothing and to be honest I do not put up much resistance. My parents where concerned about me and took me to see a doctor. It was discovered I was both boy and girl. Then a short while ago the girl part started taking over. This left me confused. Now I am going to live in a new town where nobody knows about Drew and I start a new life as Gaby. Mum knows I am producing milk but she does not know I have become a feeding post for Pixies or Leprechauns."

"Look at these two now they look like little gold statues!"

Justice said, "I am not surprised at that. Both of them have been covered in Draco's blood and now they have fed off you. That will have finalised their change to the Empresses smallest sisters. The change will not only affect them but all their children also. There is one thing that is certain none of the other pixies will now have any doubts about the sisters Petal & Sepal. A Gold Pixie is a very rare commodity indead. Now there will be a golden army of Pixies. The old pixie was correct in saying they where in their element in the fire. You and I may have golden Halos but they being far smaller will all have change colour from what they once where.”

“You look surprised Gabriel. For some time now I have known this day would come. I even spoke to you up at the castle but you thought you were daydreaming about the castles former owner. In fact I was wondering if Alexis even knew I existed. Obviously she has been keeping tabs on me or Helen would not have known I gave you anti venom as I never told anybody about that."

"Justice I do not want to appear offensive but are you the spider or are you a dragon. Like your brother apparently is?"

"What am I is a good question. I will answer it and finish off by asking you the same question. As you will have gathered from the Pixies some of them call me Justice, I have many other names but Justice will do. I dispense Fay Justice that may be the same as human or it may be fatal for the recipient. I am sometimes a dragon and sometimes a spider. In fact I can change to what the situation needs. Here I am in one of my favourite forms and you heard the instruction I have to remain in it indefinightly. The best way to think of my family is as ancient gods who still walk the earth in various guises. My Brother Draco can appear as a human and he is very shy. Sometimes he appears as a Wyvern that is a little red dragon often found in Wales. Neptune who I believe you caught a glimpse of is the old man of the sea.”

Gaby, "Well thanks for being honest with me. Then there is some truth in the stories of the Greeks and Romans and Presumably the Viking gods. Until recently I thought I was a boy and was christened as Andrew. My friends shortened it to Drew. Then I started changing and eventually the doctors decided I was both Boy and girl. Now though there is very little of the Drew I once knew left. Soon I will have to be Gaby full time and perhaps occasionally I can bring still Drew out. Now I find one or both of my parents are descended from Dragons, as I am full of Dragon blood. Or to be more precise the blood of the Empress. Am I correct in thinking that when the Pixies drank from me it was the same as if they had fed from the Empress herself and, in effect they are her children as well as her smallest sisters?"

"Ah Gabriel you have summarised correctly. They are now both her children and sisters. As for your parents I am not sure which is related to me but obviously at least one is. Neptune realised that as soon as he saw you and immediately placed you under his care as he would his daughters."

"So Justice Do I get to call you Aunt? Like I call Maddy's Mum Carol."

"Yes I would like that Gaby very much."

"Aunt now I am nearly better I will be able to start Cycling again. Like mum I want to be the best of the best. Sometimes other competitors call me names. I would not want anything nasty happening to them just because they call me names. If they call me names I just have to show them who is the best, as it spurs me on to beat them.”

"You say Meadows is in Jail. He escaped before from Jail and came after me. He has vowed to kill me."

"Yes I know. My imps are making sure that he knows what will happen to him if he ever leaves the jail cell he is in. Each night they give him reminders of what will happen to him if he attempts to escape. So far he has informed the authorities of several escape attempts at the jail. Apparently he thinks the message means all escape attempts. His sentence was for life with no remission. I am informed he has become rather religious. All though that will do him no good unless he changes. Would you like to see him with out him seeing you?

Gaby nodded her head.

"Right Gabriel look into that mirror."

"Meadows is knelt down praying. Listen to him."

Lord of the Heavens, I am a sinner. I took a life and attempted to take a second. How do I repent and atone for that what I have done. I get very little sleep my personal demons come to me when I sleep and warn me what will happen if I do not atone."

Gaby thought she had better reply.

Meadows fairly jumped when a voice replied. “Meadows I see you are starting to atone for your sins. Your slate will only be wiped clean when you have created life ninefold of that you took or tried to take. Only when you become a disciple of the Earth mother will I know you have fully repented for creating new life as only a mother can do will extinguish your sins?"

Justice spoke to Gaby. "Why did you say that?"

"It was strange I got a very young Girl called Lucy in my head and she asked me to say those words. She also said to tell Empress Alexis, Guya will soon be returning to Earth along with her companions Flora & Fauna."

"It appears Gaby that Meadows has a chance to atone if he chooses the correct path. Guya is the eternal Earth mother & it appears she can speak through you."

Maddy burst into the room, "Gaby are you feeling better now. The doctor has said you can come home."

Justice, "I am Justine and I am the nurse who has to accompany Gaby for the foreseeable future. Do you want to push her in the wheelchair while I pack away her bits and pieces?"

Maddy needed no second asking. Part way down the corridor she stopped and gave Gaby a hug. "I have missed you like mad. Jules had taken it in turns with me to stay with you. We both went for some breakfast while the nurse looked after you. I have so much to tell you. Some of it is very strange. Oh while I remember I have these two for you. Ally says you have to keep hers and look after it and Jules got you an extra one. She liked them so much she also got one for herself."

Gaby grinned when she saw the Leprechauns and said, "I thought I had lost them. Thanks for returning them to me."

Meadows pay his dues.

Mean while in prison Meadows asked to see the prison medic. Meadows shook the doctor when he asked for a total sex change. The doctor thought about it and said, "That is something I can not do but I know somebody who knows all about it would you like me to make an appointment with them? In the mean time I can arrange for you to have laser treatment to remove your body hair. "

Meadows returned to his cell wondering if he had done the correct thing. Justice still watched him and spoke this startled Meadows. "For once in your life you have listened and taken the correct path. It will be long and at times painful but eventually you will find what you seek."

Several days later Meadows were called to the infirmary there he saw a young woman. She said, “It may be possible to do all you request. All though you will have to under go psychiatric assessment for two years and in that time live as a woman. To help you I could arrange for you to have breast implants these will be removed when your own grow. I would also need to remove your testis so the hormones you are given are allowed to work. Other than the Laser and hormone treatment nothing else will be done for at least two years.

Meadows, "If that is what I have to do then arrange it." It soon got round Armley Jail Meadows was under going sexual reassignment. 24 hours later Meadows found he was being admitted to St James Hospital. First of all he had a shield placed over his face and head. It was explained he was going into a deep laser scanner, which would permanently remove all his body hair. His facial hair would be removed at a later date. After that he was to be given a general aesthetic to facilitate the implantation of the breasts and the removal of the testis.

Meadows woke up and discovered he was still under guard. Helen spoke, "Well other than the laser treatment and hormone treatment you are to receive, you will be as you are for the next two to three years. I would recommend though you try and lose some weight or those breasts will grow massive and no woman wants that."

Meadows felt down below. "Oh that is still there I have just pushed it in a little and glued it down so you can urinate like a woman now. Legally you still are male and I hope it does not cause you two many problems in the Jail. That night Justice appeared again and said, "Congratulations Meadows but remember you now no longer have the strength you once had. A short time later Meadows found he was being moved to a different wing.

Meadows found he was being placed in a cell with a rather attractive young woman. The Guard said, "You two should get on well together and laughed." then he slammed the cell door shut.

The young woman spoke. "I see you have started transitioning. I was once like you but soon I will be finished and then my sentence will be terminated. I will help you all I can. I presume those are implants. You will need to have them removed once your breasts start to grow. Sorry I have not introduced myself to you. I am now known as Angel Vivian. Previously I was a well-known Criminal Character. That person is now dead or at least once I am released his death in prison will be announced. Now I know who you where but we have to choose a new name for you."

Meadows said, "My mother always wanted a daughter and would have called her Elizabeth Anne so I will give her what she wanted although she no longer is with us."

The first shock Meadows got was when he went to the toilet the urine seamed to spray everywhere. Angel said, "Bit of a shock but you get used to sitting down."

Each day Meadows had Laser treatment on his face and later he would practise with cosmetics. Meadows was also changing shape and one day Angel said I would have the implants removed now and ask if your voice box can be shaved at the same time.”

Meadows awoke to find he had indeed had the implants removed in addition his voice was now far higher and he had his nose altered and eye lids trimmed. Once the bruising had gone down Meadows said, "You know I could fancy myself now."

Angel, "Yes you have come a long way since you first came in here and now you no longer you have those nightmares you once has."

"I used to dream these spiders all clambered over me and covered me in silk and then a giant spider came and bit me and injected me with something. In the morning there was only a shell left." Meadows gave a shudder at the thought of the spiders.

Meadows, "Will you say a prayer with me Angel?

The two of them knelt down and started to pray. Elizabeth Anne said, "Thank you Heavenly Queen for sending your Angel to guide me and keep me on the straight and narrow. I heartily apologise for all I have done wrong in my life."

As they prayed the room was filled with a golden glow. A voice spoke, "Elizabeth Anne I am well pleased with the name you chose. I have been permitted to watch you as you changed. Soon you will be able to give me those grandchildren you failed to do as a man. Angel like you has been very naughty but soon she will have children of her own to tend to. I suggest you two remain together and help each other out as neither of you wants to relapse back to what you once was."

One day the governor called both of them to his office. "Well you both surprised me I thought you both would fail to complete, but now you both have served your statutory time period, and now can both go ahead with surgery if you still wish, or you can remain as you are, or alternatively we can change to back to how you where.”

Meadows looked at his cellmate, "Sir there can be no going back for either of us we have taken a new path and hopefully this time we will stay on the straight and narrow."

"Well if that is your decision then I will start the wheels to change your Sex and names and inform the surgeon of your decision."

Meadows picked a book up from the prison library and started to read it. As he read it he noticed a spider on the page. Elizabeth Anne spoke to the spider. "I have done all that was asked of me so far and I will complete my change."

Before her eyes the spider changed into a young woman. "I believe you will honour your promise. I am just letting you know that once you have the surgery you will not see as much of me. You have taken up a considerable amount of my time. I will from time to time keep checking up on you. Lucky for you Gabriel is very understanding and she did not want your death on her mind. It looks like your dreams are correct though only the husk remains of Meadows and that will soon be gone."

Angel spoke, "You crossed Justice. You are very lucky the spider lady did not consume you as a snack. I know a little about her and there are only certain beings who can keep her in check."

"I spoke with the Heavenly Queen who told me I and my friends had to become disciples of Guya and her companions Flaura and Fauna. If I followed the code then she would call off Justice and her helpers."

Angel started to laugh, "You have to become a disciple of the Earth Mother so do I. the only thing I was not told was what to do."

“Well I know full well that I am expected to have a minimum of nine children and more likely double that. Angel they already know our every move. The appearance of Justice as you call her was no mistake. Ever since I attempted to kill that girl she has hounded me. Hell the first day I set eyes on her I might as well have taken a knife and chopped my old man off along with his companions. Did I ever tell you about myself or what I was and did? I suppose I had so that you know what you are letting yourself in for?" Unknown to Elizabeth Anne all she said was being recorded.

"Wow I feel better for telling you all that it is as if I have lightened myself somehow."

Angel said, "Is that all there is or have you more to tell me?

"No Angel I have told you it all in its entirety. One thing was that young lass had plenty of guts. We could do with more like her around. She did not hesitate to out me as a criminal and drug dealer. Neither did she hesitate to come looking for me when I escaped. She had more balls than most men I know. It's a good job her father never got hold of me he would have done me in for sure. He made it quite plain when I telephoned to scare them. Oh I have just realised I am wrong with nine. The number of lives I have to give Guya is far more than I imagined. How I am going to do that I have no idea." Even if it was possible for me to have a child I will be continually pregnant untill the end of my days."

"Yes but you will be free to go where you wish and not be encaserated in this Victorian establishment. You will not have to look over your shoulders when you go to the toilet or take a shower. So I would rather be imprisoned with my children rather than being in here. Do you not agree?" Well regardless tomorrow is our big day and then once we have recovered it is freedom for us both."

The two of them went to the hospital and at first it appeared that Angel was ok and then the curtains where drawn round her. The nurse came and said, "Sorry your friend Angel is with the Angels now.

Elizabeth Anne said, "Can I see her before you take her away as I doubt I will be allowed to her funeral."

Elizabeth Anne laid her hand on her friend and said, "I promise I will serve your term my friend. You helped me. Now all I can do is pray to the Heavenly Queen to accept you. I will take your sins with mine and atone for the two of us."

Justice appeared and said, "I thought you might need me now your friend has gone. One day you will be reunited with her if that is your wish. For Angel her time was up but you have a long time to go.”

Elizabeth Anne kissed her friend and said, "We had all sorts planned and she was to be god mother to all the children I produced. Now I am totally lost. I can never go back and yet I do not know what is required of me. One thing I can do for her is to give her a funeral to remember. I did not have many that I could truly call a friend but Angel was one. Now she is an Angel literally.”

Back at the prison the Governor requested Elizabeth Anne to come and see him. I am sorry about Angel and know you are distressed. I need to place a young man in your cell. He is like you.”

Elizabeth Anne was about to say no and remembered how Angel had looked after her. A short while later a rather lanky feminine boy was led in. He appeared to be upset the guard spoke. Some of the other prisoners thought that as he looked like a girl that he should become one, and so took a knife to him in the showers. There was nothing we could do to salvage what he once had and now he will have to go to hospital for treatment."

Elizabeth Anne said, "Tell the Governor I will postpone my own departure until he is ok." With that she went back to her cell and cuddled up too the extremely upset boy until they both fell asleep.

Elizabeth Anne awoke to a voice saying, "Elizabeth Anne you got a set of lovely twin daughters. It was what you wanted. Elizabeth said, "Was it all a dream or was there an Angel & a boy with me in the Jail?"

That must have been your entire dream Elizabeth Anne. Your husband is ecstatic and is waiting to see you. A young man walked in and Elizabeth Anne smiled, "That is our first two but we have a lot more to go yet."

Justice smiled and said, "Well Alexis she turned out well after all. Now may I get back to looking after Gaby and the Silver Lady?

Maddy took Gaby outside the hospital and Gaby looked for the family car. She did not spot the car and said, "Dad must be having trouble parking."

Maddy giggled, "We got a mini bus as there are several of us to move around."

Justine arrived with the case and said, "I believe you got mine earlier." Justine looked at Jenny and Dave and then at Carol."

"Mum, Dad this is Justine she is here to look after me and my friends and ensure we have immediate medical attention if needed."

Jules hugged Justine and said, "It will be nice having somebody my age around. Perhaps we could go to the disco together."

Jenny, "Jules, Justine is here because the hospital thought your sister might need help. Justine is not here for you to go to the disco with."

Justine, "When I have some time off which I presume I will, then I would not be averse to going dancing with you Jules if that is what you wish. For now though my main consideration has to be Gaby and so I ask that I am allowed to do that job."

"Now though I understand we are all going to Hidden Corner where Gaby is to meet a prospective sponsor."

Dave, "Yes I have booked us all in as I have been told it is a fantastic place to visit. I understand there are fountains and jets of water that catch the unwary."

Gaby looked at Justine, "I heard it was not fountains but naughty children. So I am going prepared as I have asked my nurse to obtain some water cannons as I intend to retaliate if I get soaked.”

Maddy, "Well so long as you do not soak me."

With that they all set off to Middleham.

To Be Continued

Sharphawlad 21.09.08  © 2008