She saw him leave the bedroom, the blonde supported herself on her elbows and remained in bed; completely naked.
Her long, disheveled blond hair stroked her back.
She took a moment to get out of bed, the blanket slid down her body to fall to the floor, she walked to the dresser and looking for a little clean underwear and then proceeded to choose a dress.
She put them on a chair and then proceeded to enter the bathroom to take a shower before starting their day's activities.
Once everything related to her personal hygiene was done, she left her room and began to walk through the hallways of the palace.
Her eyes were fixed on a painting that until that day continued to hurt her just like the first day; in this she appeared wearing a beautiful wedding dress next to a man who could be her father.
The Kingdom of Weselton had played their cards well in the past, she had done what she could to avoid a war, even sacrificing her happiness and being forced to enter into a marriage with the cousin of the King of Weselton.
She remembered how tormented she had been at that time, the whole preparation period of the wedding had been something full of stress and fear, but nothing compared to the day she said "yes" in front of the altar.
There was a big party and the whole kingdom of Arendelle was celebrating that they finally had a King, but she could not help but notice how the severe eyes of her now husband looked her from head to toe with lust.
What she feared most happened the first night, although Elsa tried to postpone it or at least make the situation less uncomfortable for her, nothing helped.
She had felt humiliated, frightened, completely alone and the pain, both emotional and physical, had been something that did not resemble anything she had experienced before.
But in the two years that her marriage took place, the situation did nothing but get worse, her husband had taken the reins of Arendelle and certainly she did not even have enough energy to fight for it, he had taken it upon himself to break it in a thousand pieces every day.
It was no secret that Zackary had several lovers, that he shared the bed with as many women as he wished, even presumed it to his wife ...
for her it was not strange that he considered her insignificant, every time he wanted to take her body, the offensive comments made he mocking her body were not lacking. Adding to this her apparent inability to conceive a baby, the situation was simply intolerable.
— I get the impression that your majesty is not quite right. — He heard one of the guests talking behind her, Elsa turned around and was surprised to see Hans Westergard there.
— Admiral Westergard. — She said. — I'm surprised you're here, I thought you were in America.
— I like to make my brothers think that I am far away from them. - The redhead commented. — Besides, I would not miss the anniversary celebration of your happy marriage, Majesty.
— I doubt you came here for that, will you tell me you're happy for my marriage? — The blonde questioned. — Do not be hypocritical Hans, you would never be happy for me.
— Who said I thought you had a perfect married life? — He asked. — The rumors are many and I am afraid that they travel very fast, my sweet Elsa.
— Do not call me that, who do you think you can take those liberties for? — She looked annoyed, she was tired of everyone passing over her. —besides, only an idiot would listen to vulgar gossip, I thought you're more intelligent, Admiral.
— It could also be a mistake to ignore them, my sweet Elsa. — He commented. — However, I wish with all my heart that they are simple gossip and that your marriage is wonderful.
— Enjoy your stay, Admiral. — She said with unkindness before heading to one of the main salons. Her not-so-lovely husband had made her do all kinds of social activities that she detested, being the hostess and keeping long and trivial talks with other nobles was practically torture for her.
She was talking to Lady Gretel when Zackary made an appearance, drawing all attention to him. Elsa walked to where her husband was and he placed one of his hands on his wife's waist.
— I'm glad everyone is present to celebrate with us. — The King commented. —, my wife and I have completed one more year as a marriage, I consider myself a lucky man, it would be a little more if my wife's womb decided to finally work.
The comment of bad taste caused some laughter in those present, the blonde under the look feeling judged by most of the guests, she knew that even some thought that her powers provoked, that a pregnancy was impossible.
— Anyway, I hope you enjoy the party. — He said before giving a light spanking to his wife. (Something that went unnoticed by the guests), the King turned away from the blonde.
— I thought the party would be tomorrow. — Commented a confused Duke.
— No way? — The King commented. — All week will be a great party! —Proclaimed. Elsa approached him
— I do not think that is the most indicated. — She said in a low voice. —, we can not waste money, also winter is approaching and resources will decrease ..
— I am the one who should worry about the administration of the kingdom, my heaven .— He said violently. —, you dedicate to smile and do your best to look pretty ... you should insist more on your physical appearance dear, lately you provoke me more displeasure than usual. — He retired and left his wife alone.
Elsa tried to disguise any negative emotion she felt at that moment and joined a group of women to talk for a moment.
While the King approached some men; among which was Hans.
— God, that bitch is only dedicated to claim any idiocy. — The man complained before having a glass of wine and drinking it in a sip. —, the only good thing I got from her was this filthy Kingdom.
— Well, you have to admit that the young lady is not bad at all. — said an old man who seemed to want to undress the Queen with his eyes. — His wife is very attractive, majesty.
— I sleep with hundreds of women more sensual than her. — Presumed the man. — In addition, Elsa is so frigid and boring, and if that was not enough, can not give me heirs, What good is a woman if she is unable to have children?
— Surely she is a woman with many other virtues. — Hans commented with some rejection, since the attitude of the monarch seemed somewhat unpleasant. His green eyes focused on the young Queen, who felt uncomfortable. — Can I ask where is Princess Anna?
— That annoying redhead is in Weselton, fortunately for me. — The King replied. —, She just put ideas to Elsa so the best thing I could do was send her to Weselton with the excuse that a representative was needed there.
The reception was not being pleasant for the Snow Queen.
The noble women did not stop talking about the qualities of their respective children and the babies that were soon to be born.
Although Elsa did not love her husband and to lie with him seemed unpleasant to her, she could not deny that she longed to have a baby.
— Oh, dear, I'm sure Zackary and you will be blessed one day. — Said with feigned pity Lady Teresa.
— Yes, my husband and I take a little longer to conceive. — The Duchess of Corona intervened. — When you least expect it, the castle will be full of kids running around.
The blonde smiled falsely before inventing an excuse to be able to retire.
She left the room and was able to be perceived by her husband, who did not take long to follow her and stop her by taking her by the arm.
— Don't touch me! - She exclaimed trying to let go. Zackary took it strongly from both arms and made she hit a wall, without releasing it. — Leave me alone!
— What do you think you're doing? — questioned the man. — Are you going to do a drama like always, Elsa? Stop acting as if you were 5 years old!
— There is no need for me to remain in the event for now, the official date is tomorrow. — She challenged him. — Also, do not pretend that you want to keep me close, darling. — She uttered this last word with disgust.
— Of course I would not want to see you for the rest of my life, my beloved. — He commented increasing the strength with which he held her, cornering her, between his body and the wall. —, but, my heaven, we have to pretend that we are the happiest couple in the world, and for that I need you in that stupid party, do you understand? Or are you an idiot?
— I hate you! — She exclaimed releasing a bit of his powers to push him away, although this did not help much since he quickly slapped her with a slap that knocked her to the ground. Zackary spit on her before kicking her in the belly that left her breathless for a moment.
— Never dare to do something like that again, damn witch! — He shouted before moving away from her, he was a bit far away when he turned to see her again. — Do not take too long to return, my angel.
Once he could not see her, the blonde began to sob, the tears escaped her eyes and slid down her cheeks until she fell to the ground. He had not even tried to stand up when the redhead suddenly appeared.
Hans quickly leaned over to make sure she was well. He try to help her rejoin, but the blonde rejects any physical contact with him.
— Leave me! — She ordered trying to stop crying. — I do not need your help!
The admiral ignored the queen's orders and took her by the waist to help her stand up.
The young queen did not feel comfortable with the redhead's touch, so as soon as she rejoined, she left him.
— I guess you expect me to thank you. — She said coldly.
— I really do not think that, your majesty would like to thank me for something like that. — The man commented. — much less after you ordered me not to help you.
The blonde looked away, uncomfortable. She didn't know what to say, had Hans seen what had happened?
— If you allow me to comment, he is an idiot. — He said, surprising her with his words. — Maybe you do not like me at all, my queen, but I have a high regard for you and what your husband is spreading about you seems to me an aberration.
— I do not know what your intentions are when you tell me this, Admiral. — The blonde said. —, but you will not get anything from me using simple cheap words.
— My sweet Elsa, I would never pretend to make you fall into my games with words poorly thought out. — Said the green-eyed man. —, I learned from the past that you are not so easy to earn. My snow queen is too smart to be fooled like that.
— I would appreciate it if Hans did not get in where he was not called, okay? — She asked trying to get away to return to the celebration. The redhead gently took the queen's hand and made her pause a moment longer. — What do you want from me, Hans? — She asked.
— Smooth things. — She raised one of her eyebrows; incredulous —, I believe that without your sister nearby, you need at least one honest person.
She let out a laugh. — You honest? This must be a bad joke. — She said. — Do not waste my time, Westergard.
— I will never lie to you saying that I love you or that you have a place in my heart; It would be ridiculous to even try to convince you of it. — He said. — but I will not underestimate you trying to stab you in the back, if I did I would be signing my death sentence, my sweet Elsa.
— Excuse me if I do not believe you. — She said. — Now if you allow me, I have to go back to the main room.
The rest of the evening went slowly, after a few dances and talks, each of the guests went to their respective rooms and then once alone, the arm of her husband surrounded her; scaring her
Almost in automatic, she let herself be guided to her room where once again her husband would undress her in a hurry while he would touch her with little delicacy.
She heard the door close behind her and a tear escaped her eyes, knowing there was no escape. He tore off her dress, making the buttons fall to the floor, it does not take long to get in underwear, but soon Zackary detached her from all her clothes.
He made her turn around and pulling her by the hair, kissed her anxiously, she did not reciprocate the demanding kiss of her husband, but she did not do anything to stop him either.
She was pushed to the bed and her back hit the mattress, Zackary was positioned on her and began to touch her while laughing making note every defect of her.
She heard him undo his belt and went into panic. — No! — She shouted. He silenced her by kissing her, took his hands violently and held them, putting them on Elsa's head.
The blonde tried to ask him to stop, but as always; he ignored her pleas. He was inside her causing a huge pain, Elsa cried and asked again and again that he would stop, but Zackart rammed her with even more strength, it seemed that he was excited to see her suffer.
He finished inside her and when he leave her body, Elsa felt a bit relieved, She watched he get dressed and soon he leave her bedroom to go to his.
— I hate you. - She said once that she was completely alone. With difficulty he settled on the bed, covered herself with blankets and closed her eyes trying to sleep.
The next day, she did not want to get out of bed. She still felt immense desire to cry, or simply to disappear forever.
She gathered her courage and let go of the blankets.
When arriving at the dining room to have breakfast, she faked a huge smile and greeted everyone present with kindness. Her husband approached her and deposited an apparent affectionate kiss on her lips.
The green gaze of the Southern Admiral was fixed on her all breakfast. Elsa tried not to be affected by the whole situation that surrounded her. The jokes of bad taste on the part of the king did not make wait, she simply remained silent all the time, caressed with discretion her aching belly.
— I think I feel somewhat indisposed. — She said when someone proposed to ride a horse. —, I hope you excuse me. — Zackary looked at her annoyed, but this time he did not care too much, the guests seemed to understand and then she retired to her rooms, she simply did not have any sense of anything that day.
The sound of the door opening behind her alerted her, but she made no movement. The door closed again and she heard footsteps approaching the bed, but she did not turn around.
Someone climbed into her bed and surrounded her with one of his arms, the man caressed the belly of the blonde and buried his face in the neck of the Queen.
— My Queen is fine? — Hans asked, Elsa was surprised, but did not seem to react. — I bet I could make you feel better, if you would give me a chance. — Threatening to raise the Queen's clothes, but Elsa stopped him.
— No, I do not like that! — She said without looking at him. — Get out of my room, Hans. I swear I'll scream if you do not leave.
— Is not it going to freeze me? Is the snow queen softening? — The redhead joked. Elsa turned to see him, it was when he observed his watery eyes and red nose.
— Go away. — She ordered.
He sat on the bed and with one of his hands dried the tears of the Queen.
When he heard the rumors of the sad and failed marriage of the queen of Arendelle, Hans thought he could get the favors of the Queen and so benefit in many ways, but to meet a so broken Elsa had never crossed his mind.
—You should eliminate that imbecile from the map. — He opined. —, you do not have to tolerate it, in addition, you should take care of it before he decides to take you out of the way, he has already obtained the crown and he would hesitate to do all kinds of damage in order to get what he wants.
The days continued to pass, the guests were still in the castle and during that period, Elsa and Hans had had a few conversations, although she was not much to talk, he knew that the blonde did not trust him or many people in general and he was willing to give the young woman the necessary time.
He noticed that she tensed every time her husband was around, so he was grateful every time they could be alone.
Elsa on the other hand, was happy with the fact that the last days her husband had not demanded to have sexual relations with her, apparently he had been having encounters with a foreign woman who was visiting, but the blonde had not wanted to inquire too much.
— I've been thinking about what you said. — She spoke. —, Zackary could want to get rid of me, he already has Arendelle's crown, so I'm not very useful to him.
— Well, your apparent inability to give him children could motivate him to want to find another wife, but of course, he would not want to lose the crown. — The redhead said. — I do not know if he has already had thoughts against you, but I think the best thing you could do is get ahead. Do not let him surprise you.
She stared at him, and Hans seemed to notice some complicity in the Queen's gaze.
The game was about to begin, the King had to prepare for what was coming, since the Snow Queen was about to make a new play.