| “To get back to the subject matter of the Dark Queen.” The queen said, “Anna you are not going to attempt to contact her. It is simply too dangerous.” “The anti-magic curse will prevent Splash from using his magic effectively against the Geese Police. The Dark Queen knew they were the best defense against the possibility of the blue pony. She wasn’t sure the legend was true, but she knew the pony did exist.” The king added. Just then the large golden eagle came walking up. He saluted the king and queen and then said, “General WhiteWig has gathered team leaders from all the different flocks, murders, wakes, parliaments, colonies, bevies, mews, kettles and well you know, all the other specific names for groups of specific birds. He will be telling them to get a good night’s sleep as we will attack in full force at just before sunup. The general thought it would be a good idea for you to address the various squadrons before they settle in for sleep.” “Yes, yes of course! The queen and I will be with you in just a moment.” The king replied. Then he motioned for his wife to join him as they followed the big golden eagle. That left Anna, Splash, Buzzy, Dan and Ozzy. None of them said a thing for about two minutes. Then it was Anna who spoke first. “It is such a sad story. I think if someone were to put it to her in the right way, that she would agree to the trade. What has she to really lose? She’s very old. Even with her powers she cannot beat age. This would be a chance to start over.” Anna looked around at the others in the group for an ally. “You must be kidding?” Ozzy asked. next page |  |