SYRRAH:

... Uncle needs to be told of Washi’s visit. I only

hope to receive instructions before he returns.

ZYFAN:

You are sure he will be back?

SYRRAH:

You think he will not return for something as valuable as a genie?

ZYFAN:

You are right. I truly did not know that lamp housed a genie

 when I gave it to Grace. Her family is in danger because of me.

VANNI:

No one blames you. From what I've heard of Washi, he has 

no respect for anyone. Just look at how he treated you. To leave

with no explanation - that’s unforgivable.

ZYFAN:

He did have an explanation. He was returning to his wife.

SYRRAH:
He is married? Why did you not mention this to me?

VANNI:

Syrrah, you're scaring the baby. Let me take her.

ZYFAN:

I did not want to upset you.

SYRRAH:

Explain.

ZYFAN:

I found out about her the day he left me.

SYRRAH:

Do you know what that implies? Why that lying, ill-mannered deceiver. He has dishonored you.

VANNI:

What are you talking about? Dishonored him - how?  If this guy

was cheating on his wife, how is that Zyfan’s fault?

SYRRAH:

You do not understand husband. Among Elves, married couples are allowed to have extra-marital affairs.

VANNI:

I’m sorry – what?

SYRRAH:

GioVanni, you must understand, we Elves are long lived beings. One 

cannot expect to be perpetually satisfied with the same partner, indefinitely. Provisions are in the marriage contract. However, permission must be granted first. Spouse and lover 

need to know where each stands.

SYRRAH:

... If Washi did not first receive his wife's ‘blessing’ 

- it would mean he saw Zyfan as ...

ZYFAN:

... A common whore, not worthy of mentioning.

SYRRAH:

You will never say such a thing again Zyfan. Do you understand me?

ZYFAN:

But that is what he made me. In one action, he let the entire 

Royal Guard know what I had become.

SYRRAH:

You were very young when this happened. I promise you 

- all will be revealed and your honor restored. I must to 

write to Uncle now. Excuse me.

ZYFAN:

Vanni, do you think I should write to Uncle too? I do not want to look 

as if I am hiding behind my big sister. Perhaps I am? It is just … I am so

tired of thinking of that horrible time. Vanni are you listening to me?

VANNI:

Let me understand this - even though your sister and I are married,

she can sleep with someone else and it’s perfectly acceptable?

ZYFAN:

Uh yes, but only if you grant her permission. Usually this involves

a spouse who wishes to be with someone of their own sex, 

like my Aunt Luthien. Do you remember her?

ZYFAN:

… She is not really my aunt, she is my mother's ... 

companion. And father…

VANNI:

Please stop. I have to digest all of this. I need a walk.

Can you keep an eye on Pica for me?

ZYFAN:

Certainly, but Vanni you really do not need to worry about this ...

ZYFAN:

... just because the provision exists, does not mean you must use it.

JESSE:

Man, you Elves have it so good.

ZYFAN:
We do?

JESSE:

Didn’t I just hear you say that your mom has a lesbian lover? How 

friggin' cool is that? So your dad, he gets to like, watch anytime he wants ...

ZYFAN:

Watch what?

JESSE:

Them - you moron, going at it, what else?

ZYFAN:

Why would he want to watch?

JESSE:

You’re such a Tinker Bell. You and your people are allowed to cheat? What a freakin' sweet deal. Why couldn't I have been born an Elf?

Nope, instead my life just sucks.

ZYFAN:

Again?

JESSE:

Yeah again. My friggin’ father just realized I graduated from high 

school. It’s been months, and he just caught on. Now he’s cutting me off.

ZYFAN:

Cutting what off?

JESSE:

Me! My money. He said the only way he’ll send me my crappy allowance is if I enroll in college. I’m being black mailed by 

my own freakin’ father.

ZYFAN:

I am sorry to hear that, but Jesse, I can tell you that college is a

wonderful experience. Perhaps you will enjoy it as much as I ...

JESSE:

Oh screw you!

ZYFAN:

I am only trying to help. There is no need to be so … Jesse?

ZYFAN:

...We are much better off without his company, Pica.

He is always so obnoxious. Now, why do you suppose

he called me Tinker Bell?

Later ...

DAPRIMA:

Aless is that you? You’ve changed your hair. Oh, I like it, 

it’s very smart.

ALESS:

Thank you. I had t-to do something. Everyone at school

kept t-t-telling me I looked l-like a girl.

DAPRIMA:

And what’s wrong with looking like a girl?

ALESS:

N-nothing. Nothing at all ... unless, you’re a b-b-boy.

DAPRIMA:

Relax hon, I knew what you meant. Is someone picking on you?

ALESS:

No ... m-maybe. I don’t like g-going there, that’s all.

D-do you think it’d be alright if I were home sch-schooled?

DAPRIMA:

You’ll need to talk to your brother about that.

ALESS:

I c-couldn’t do that. Racolo’s always so b-b-busy.

Then the sound of magic crackles through the air …

ZYFAN:

Aless STOP!

ZYFAN:

What have you done?

ALESS:

I d-didn’t mean to, I swear. Is she alright? It  just ... 

happened. Oh p-please let her be OK …

ZYFAN:

Daprima, can you hear me?

ZYFAN:

…. My sister, she is in her bedroom. Get her as fast as you can.

ALESS:

R-right away. I d-didn’t mean to d-do it. R-really.

ZYFAN:

Daprima, it is Zyfan, help is on the way.

It will be alright, you will see …