Holly couldn't believe who Mulch had sent her to meet. “Carla Frazetti,” said Holly darkly. “Artemis told me all about you.”

“I'm sure he did. Unfortunately he hasn't told me anything about you.” Carla bent down to give Holly a closer look. “Fascinating!”

“I'm a fairy, not an exhibit.” Holly scowled.

Carla grinned. “Oh, I've seen fairies before.”

Holly tried to pretend she wasn't blushing under the scrutiny. “Well, will you be our contact with the human underworld?”

Carla raised one arched eyebrow. “Yes. For a price.” She paused. “I may give you a discount.”

Holly really was blushing now.