Magical Mayhem (9 page)

‘Just don't dabble in wishes again, Teena, no matter
how
fed up you get,' put in Bimi with a smile. ‘Unless you're trying to rival Sooze's record for getting into trouble!'

‘Don't worry!' groaned Teena, linking her arm through Twink's. ‘I've had enough excitement now to last me all year.'

The tree beckoned them forward, its windows gleaming with golden light. Suddenly Bimi giggled. ‘You know what, Twink – we're going to have to do our Weather Magic project all over again. I don't think magical snowstorms really count!'

Twink slapped her forehead with a laugh. ‘Oh no, you're right! Teena, would you like to help me with Sal?' she added eagerly.

Teena grinned and shook her head. ‘I'd love to – but I've got an essay to write, remember?'

‘Well, we'll do something else together soon,' said Twink, squeezing Teena's arm. ‘That's a promise!'

The three fairies fluttered through the open front doors. Glitterwings towered above them, safe and warm. Students swooped in and out of its branches, delighted to be back where they belonged.

A second-year girl started to sing. Soon the whole school was taking up the song, their voices ringing through the winter night:

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Oh, Glitterwings, dear Glitterwings,

Beloved oak tree scho-ool.

Good fairy fun for everyone,

That is our fairy ru-ule.

Our teachers wise,

Their magic strong,

With all our friends,

We can't go wrong.

Oh, Glitterwings, dear Glitterwings,

Beloved oak tree scho-ool!

Twink sighed happily as the song finished. With her best friend and sister, she flew towards the Great Branch. Their long-overdue dinner was awaiting them, along with all their friends.

Another term at Glitterwings had begun – and with any luck, thought Twink, it wouldn't be exciting at all!

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