When Two Worlds Collide

Magic
"Come on Mom!" I groaned and tugged at her hand.

"Just a sec Lindsay..." she mumbled and resumed checking out the purses in the vendor's small cart.

I'm Lindsay Cicero. I'm on vacation with my mom down in the British Isles.

"Mom!" I growled and pulled her down the street while attracting attention of some locals.

I heard them whisper, "What tourists, and Americans are so impatient.

Instead of answering, I just brushed the comment off. I was too excited to be daunted by them. Do you want to know why?

I was about to visit the New Forest, The New Forest! It's that exact forest where the book series, Warriors, takes place.

As you can see, I'm a big Warriors fan.

"Please! Your wearing out the heels of my shoes!" my mom complained. I realized that in my haste I had started practically dragging her down the sidewalk.

I blushed and let go of her wrist. She withdrew her hand and began rubbing it soberly.

"Wow, for a thirteen year old you are sure strong." Mom grumbled and I giggled.

"Sorry, but I'm so excited about visiting the place where the Warriors live!" I exclaimed and began twirling around as if I excpected the warriors to pop out of nowhere and join in. (A/N: Yeah, I dance in public. Is that a crime?...no comment)

"Honey, once again, the warriors don't exist," My mom said, obviously embarrassed by my random dancing, "Now please stop. People are starting to stare."

I glared at her and ceased my frolicking and started trudging forward again.

to be continued