Ozetta then hugged them all in turn. "I know you miss your family, Dorothy," she said. "And that you must return to Kansas. But I want you to know I will visit you often. And I know you will visit us here."
Thank you, Ozetta," said Dorothy. "I beg your pardon, your Highness. For your are really a princess now, and should be addressed as such. It gives me great pleasure, your Majesty, to see you so happy, and to know that you and Princess Gayelette have found each other. I look forward to seeing you again very soon. I have a feeling that there are other missions planned for me in Oz, and I suspect that I shall be needing some help when that time comes."
"Me! A princess! I know now it's true, but I can't believe it. Yesterday I was a mean ugly old witch, and today a young and beautiful princess. I'm sure it's all a dream, and I shall wake up to reality at any moment. But I will be waiting with great anticipation for your return, Dorothy. And I'll practice my magic every day."
"And I'll keep my ax razor-sharp," said the Tin Woodman. "And I'll find ways to use my heart. I'll help people whenever I can."
"And I'll read a lot of different books," said the Scarecrow, "to keep my brain nice and sharp."
"I'll find ways to test my courage," said the Lion, "so I'll be brave enough to tackle any situation we may encounter."
Everyone crowded around Dorothy to bid her goodbye. There were tears and laughter as they all hugged and kissed her.
The Scarecrow then took Dorothy by the hand. "Come," he said. "I have been asked to bring you to see someone prior to your return to Kansas. This someone is a very special person. After your discussion, he will escort you home."
Dorothy turned to wave a final goodbye to the others. There were tears in her eyes.
"We'll all see you in our dreams," said the Tin Woodman, "so be sure to think about us before you go to sleep at night."