live on the island at one time. Each villa overlooks the sea and the salty breeze can be tasted from the doorstep. Activities include horseback riding, golf and a health spa.
Jerry and Millie also befriended a couple residing next door who has been a beneficiary of the Royal Family’s generosity. Lon and Lolita Shoemaker received elven shoes from King Graham during his quest to rescue his family from Mordack.
“Lon and I like to go on the golf course. It’s beautiful, with the emerald grass and open view of the seas. The breeze blows in your face,” he paused, smiling. “There’s nothing better than that.”
“Lolita and I like to sit out on the front porch and drink tea.” Millie said. “It’s wonderful. And it wouldn’t be possible without Rosella and Graham’s generosity. I can’t express how grateful we are.”
Genesta is thrilled to see her domain restored to its former glory.
“It’s fantastic,” she said. “I do not like to argue or deal with evil beings. I want the good souls to come out of the shadows and live in harmony together.”
The fairy has increased security on her castle due to her ordeal.
“I haven’t wanted to. I like to believe good exists in everyone, but I have learned that is not always the case. I have put extra spells around my castle to guard against intruders. Anyone in Tamir is still welcome in my home, though. I can’t completely shut myself out from my country.”
Genesta also has eight fairies in her castle to keep order. Two of those eight, Bonita and Flora, travel with her when she greets her subjects daily.
“I like to keep contact with everyone who visits and lives here,” Genesta said. “A true ruler must serve the public, not vice versa. Unfortunately I have seen the latter far too many times.”
The fairies also have their own language, Florian. Genesta admits talking in a foreign tongue can be annoying to other beings around her.
“One of my girls will ask me a question and then it ends up being a twenty minute conversation with them,” she laughs. “I do like to talk a lot. I think that’s why people like me.”
The castle isn’t quiet either. Gigi, the golden egg laying hen, is constantly chased by Genesta’s snow leopard companion, Snow. The fairies attempt to stop the chase but are never successful.
“Those two have been doing that for years,” Genesta says with a smile. “It provides a break from all the seriousness. I don’t get worried Snow will eat Gigi. Gigi is too fast for her!”
Genesta, like the Antiquas couples, has respect for the Royal Family.
“I owe my life to Rosella,” Genesta said. “I wouldn’t be here without her. I admire her courage to come into a land she knew nothing about, to save not only her father but my kingdom as well.”
Editor’s Note: Attempts to reach the ogre and his wife suffered the same fate as the unknown traveler. Our reporter visited their house to get an interview. The ogre answered the door and threw her about 50 feet west. He then slammed the door with a thundering thud. Fortunately, she only suffered minor cuts and bruises from the incident.
