For those of you new readers who don't feel like reading Frozen II: Phoenix Fire, I have summarized that fanfiction here. Skip the summary if you like:

The story begins with a boy named Kai, who has fire powers, and his best friend, Deren. Kai accidentally hits Deren's face with his powers at the same time Elsa struck Anna's head. Kai is banished from his town and soon finds himself in the capitol of his country, Teranhall. He meets the monarch of Teranhall, King Lyre, who also happens to be the leader of the Bandit Organization which is a group of people who steal and harm others. Lyre recruits Kai as the newest member of the Bandits.

Years pass and Kai trains to become one of the strongest members of the Bandit's, along with Strife, a mysterious masked man. Then, one year after Arendelle's Great Thaw, Lyre shows Kai the Conduit, an ancient relic that can absorb and transfer energy, such as superpowers. Lyre tells Kai that he plans to use the Conduit to steal Queen Elsa's powers and use it to create an eternal winter on Teranhall, as punishment for the citizens. Kai, who does not want any part of this, goes rogue and travels to Arendelle to warn and protect Elsa.

In Arendelle, Anna and Kristoff are about to be married, and Elsa has a romantic interest in her Captain of the Guard, Travis Summers. The wedding is interrupted by Kai who was being chased around in the city. The wedding is cancelled, but the party afterword is not. Kai and Elsa share a talk right before Elsa leaves for the party. Unfortunately, Bandit's crash the party and kidnap Anna. Kai reveals the plan of the Bandits to Elsa and Travis, hiding the fact that he used to be a Bandit. Elsa, Travis, and some guards get on a ship, planning to take it to Teranhall, and Kai and Olaf stowaway on the ship.

Kai and Olaf reveal their presence on the ship. Kai notices something fishy about the journey, and Travis reveals himself to be a Bandit, along with the rest of the guards. Elsa and Kai escape from the ship along with Olaf, which was sinking and burning, using a rowboat after Kai defeats the Bandits. They soon reach the shores of an unknown island, and escape an erupting volcano.

Kai has an encounter with Strife who agrees to leave them alone. The three find themselves in a town where they encountered the, now fired, Duke of Weseltown. He gives them a ship which they use to go to Teranhall. On the ship, Kai and Elsa fall in love and share a kiss. When they reach Teranhall, they travel to Kai's old town which they find destroyed. An angered Kai unintentionally creates a fiery tornado around him and Elsa is forced to freeze his heart to stop him.

Strife and a group of Bandits intervene and take Elsa prisoner and knocks out Kai. Stife reveals to Elsa Kai's past as a Bandit. Then, they tie him up to his ship and let it set sail along with Olaf. When traveling to the Bandit base, Elsa freezes Strife's heart. Kai and Olaf find themselves back in Arendelle where they reunite with Kristoff. The three then use a flying machine to get to Teranhall. But, when they reach it, they find that Lyre has already created an eternal winter and take Elsa's powers away from her.

The three crash land and head to Teranhall Castle to stop the winter. On the way, the encounter Strife, who is just as weakened as Kai. Kai faces of Strife as Kristoff and Olaf run to the castle. Kai chases Strife to the castle, where Strife reveals himself to be Deren, now horribly scarred. The two fight, but are soon turned into solid ice on the roof of the castle.

Anna is able to convince Lyre to return Elsa her powers to which he does. Elsa stops the eternal winter, but finds the frozen bodies of Kai and Deren. Lyre, now good, uses the Conduit to heal Kai though it breaks in the process. Kai then uses his own fire powers to heal Deren, but Kai tells Deren to leave him and his friends alone. Kai and Elsa continue their relationship together, despite his past.

Lyre becomes a good King, and Elsa, Kristoff, Anna, Olaf, and Kai return to Arendelle where Kristoff and Anna are married by trolls. Kai decides he will leave, but Elsa convinces him to stay with her. Kai becomes Elsa's new Captain of the Guard, and Hans promises revenge on the girls.

Author's Note: The awaited sequel to Frozen II: Phoenix Fire is here! Now, enjoy chapter 1 of Frozen III: The Coming Storm.


Chapter I: The Trial


One month after "Frozen"...

King Westerguard of the Southern Isles sat on his grand throne. The throne room was ginormous. The throne sat on an elevated area on the floor, and there was a long red carpet that led from the throne to a giant set of doors that led outside. Guards lined the walls with spears in hand. Smaller doors were scattered around the throne room that led to other parts of the castle.

Two of the King's sons stood at his side. On his left was Ander (pronounced Ahnder), the eldest of the King's children. Ander was the King's favorite child. Ander showed all the qualities of a great man. Because of that, the King put him in charge of the Southern Isles' military. On the King's right was Christian, the second eldest. Christian was the smartest out of the King's children. Because of his wisdom and knowledge, the King named him the royal scholar, and named him the royal advisor. The King trusted Christian to make the right decisions, and so did the rest of their kin. The other brothers were in the castle, doing their own business.

The King was old, but well. The King had grey hair, and blue eyes. Ander was a tall, stocky man, with dark brown hair, and dark brown eyes. He has a scar on his cheek, coming from a certain battle a long time ago. Christian was significantly shorter than his older brother, but not that short. Christian was slimmer, and more slender. Christian has black hair, and brown eyes.

Outside was the rest of the Southern Isles. The castle stood on a hill that overlooked the entire city. The city was on the edge of land, and on the shores of a great ocean. The Southern Isles was a neighboring kingdom to many such as Arendelle, Teranhall, and Weseltown. The city was a large, spectacular sight, although the houses don't necessarily reflect the city. The moon was out, so not many people were out on the streets. It was a quite day in the Southern Isles. That's because it was a serious day.

Someone had returned to the city. Someone who had brought great shame to the Southern Isles. Someone who had brought great shame to the Westerguard family. The French had just dropped Prince Hans off from Arendelle just a few days ago. The King was not happy at all when he heard of the trouble Hans created. Hans plotted to become King of Arendelle by marrying Princess Anna, and killing the Crowned Queen, Elsa. His plan was foiled, so now he must face the consequences. The King regretted choosing Hans as the Southern Isles' representative during Elsa's coronation.

The time of Han's trial was close.

Ander stood at his father's side, wondering how his father will deal with Hans. Personally, Ander was disappointed in Hans. He couldn't believe how far one in his own family would go for power. Was Hans not happy with what he had? To Ander, it would appear so. But, Ander could understand why Hans would do such a thing. His entire life, Hans has been overshadowed by his brothers, especially Ander. Ander felt bad for Hans, he truly did. But, that doesn't make it okay for attempted murder. Ander was angry at Hans. Nothing much was going to change that.

Ander looked over at Christian. Christian was looking at their father. He was studying him. Christian was trying to figure out what exactly the King was thinking. Only the King could make executive decisions during the trial. It doesn't matter whatever anybody else thought. The decision of the trial fell on the King's hand.

They heard a bell ring from the outside. It was coming from the bell tower that was connected to the castle.

Ander looked at the King. "Father," he said, "it's time."

The King nodded. "Guards!" The guards snapped their feet together, and hit the ground with the wooden tip of their spears. "Bring him in." He continued.

Two guards nodded, and walked to a door a few meters away from the throne. They opened the door, and a spiral staircase made of stone led down. They walked down the short flight of stairs, and that led to a dungeon. The dungeon was a long corridor with prison cells built into the walls. This time there was no one contained in the cells, except for one; Hans.

The guards walked to the cell at the end of the corridor. This cell was the most luxurious of the dungeon cells. It was larger than the others, with a carpet instead of a stone floor. There was a desk with a chair, and a wooden toilet instead of a hole in the ground. On the bed, lay Hans. He layed flat on the bed, with one arm behind his head, and the other on his stomach. His eyes were closed, but when the guards stood in front of his cell, and opened it, he opened his eyes, and got up.

Hans didn't regret what he had done. He felt that he deserved that power. He felt that he was unfairly derived from it.

Hans wasn't wearing clothes a normal prisoner would wear. He wore the clothes of a prince.

"What?" Hans asked. "Did father want to upgrade me to my room instead of this prison?"

One of the guards shook his head. "It's time." He said.

Hans understood what that meant. His trial had begun. He nodded, and walked out of the cell. He walked through the corridor with the guards following him. They were prepared to strike first if they saw Hans do something clever. Hans walked to the stairs, and then walked up. He stood in front of the closed door at the top. Hans didn't know what awaited him on the other side.

Hans took a deep breath, and opened the door. Standing in front of Hans was Ander. Ander stared angrily at Hans.

"Hello, brother." Hans said.

Ander grabbed the collar of Han's clothes, and pinned him to the wall next to the door. Ander's teeth were clenched together. Hans gave Ander an evil look with his eyes, and tried desperately to get out of his grasp.

"We are no longer brothers!" Ander said.

"Agreed." Hans said angrily.

The guards didn't stop Ander, but Christian did. Christian walked behind Ander, and put his hand on his brother's shoulder.

"That's enough!" Christian told Ander.

Ander looked back at his brother, and closed his eyes. Ander let go of Hans who fell to the ground. Ander walked back to the left side of his father, while Christian held his hand in front of Hans.

"Welcome home." Christian told Hans.

Hans samcked his brother's hand away. "A little late for that." Hans said.

Christian sighed in disappointment, and walked back to his father. Hans got up, and two guards held their spears to Hans' throat. One of them motioned his head to a spot in front of the throne. The guards put their spears down, and allowed Hans to walk to that position. When Hans got to the spot, the guards stood behind Hans. Hans stood in front of the throne, and looked at his father angrily. The King looked down, not meeting his son's eyes.

Christian spoke out. "Hans Westerguard, Prince of the Southern Isles. You have been put on trial for events that have taken place in Arendelle. You are charged with attempted murder and treason."

"Sounds about right." Hans said.

Christian continued, ignoring his brother. "Your trial will determine whether you shall keep your position as Prince, or be exhiled as a disgrace. You may make your argument now."

"Argument?" Hans said. "I'll give you an argument. Being the thirteenth in line, there is no way I can recieve the royal power that I should be given. So yes, I tried to take that power for myself."

"That power is earned, not taken." Ander said.

"Says the guy who's heir to our father's throne. You were born to recieve this power, Ander. I was not." Hans countered.

The King closed his eyes. "Hans speaks the truth."

"You should stop talking, father. I did not get what I'm promised by being your son!" Hans barked.

"Promised?" Christian said angrily. "You-"

The King motioned Christian to be silent. "Let your brother speak." He said.

"Yeah, Christian. Didn't mother ever tell you not to be rude?" Hans said.

"Don't bring her into this!" Ander yelled.

The room was silent. Ander's voice echoed throughout the room, and throughout the castle. Everyone in the castle was able to hear him.

Their mother, Queen of the Southern Isles was a sensitive topic. She passed away shortly after giving birth to Hans. That must be the reason Hans' brother resented him. They blamed him for the death of their beloved mother. The King never acted the same since her death. He was depressed for a while, but he eventually overcame it. The King did not remarry.

Now, knowing the things Hans has done, the King has become saddened again.

Hans was just joking around, but everyone took it seriously.

Hans was the first to speak up. "I did what I did, because I wanted what was promised. Father, the youngest of your sons feel the same way. The only difference is that I act on it."

"What you did was unacceptable!" Ander said.

"I did what I had to do. I was looking out for my own interests." Hans said.

"There was other ways." Christian said.

"What other ways?" Hans asked.

For once, Christian didn't have an answer. He always had an answer, but now, he was silenced. Hans was right. There was no other practical way to get the power. It was dishonest, but it would work. Hans knew there was no other way.

"I thought so." Hans said. "You must look at the bigger picture here, father. Queen Elsa has supernatural powers. She cursed Arendelle in an eternal winter."

"That is irrelevant right now." The King said.

"But-"

"We're not here to talk about that." the King said. The King sighed. "Hans, someone once told me that one who hungers for more, when they have everything, will lose everything. I've given you all I can so that you can enjoy you're life. Why can't that be enough?"

Hans didn't answer.

The King stood up. "Luckily for you," he said, "you won't lose everything."

Hans gave a surprised look, and Ander widened his eyes.

"What are you talking about father?" Ander asked.

The King motioned for him to be silent. "I, King Westerguard of the Southern Isles, announce that Prince Hans will not be exhiled, and that he will keep his position as prince."

"Thank you father." Hans nodded.

Ander was not happy with this decision. He didn't believe Hans should be off the hook that easily. He was disappointed in his father's decision, but he wouldn't say anything. He trusted what his father was doing.

"Father?" Hans asked. "Why did you make this decision."

The King looked at his feet. "I won't lose anymore family."

Christian thought this was stupid. "But-"

The King interrupted him. "All who question or deny my authority will be put on trial for treason."

Christian remained bitter, but silent.

The King continued to talk. "Hans, you will no longer be allowed outside the city. But, besides that, there will be no other reprecussions. Dismissed."

Hans smiled as the King walked out of the room through a door near the the throne. Christian followed his father, but Ander walked up to Hans. Ander was angry at Hans and his father. Mostly, Ander was angry with himself. He failed to make Hans happy with what he had, and he failed to convince his father to make Hans get what he deserved.

"Hello, brother." Hans said casually.

Ander didn't return the favor. "You are extremely lucky our father is a good man." He said. "Cus' if it were up to me..." Ander grabbed Hans and pulled him closer. "You wouldn't see the light of day tomorrow." Ander pushed Hans back.

Hans smiled as if he wasn't just bullied. "You don't mean that." Hans said.

Ander really didn't. Ander loved his brother, but he loved justice more. Ander walked away from Hans to go to his room.

"See you around." Hans said.

Ander kept walking, with his back turned to Hans. Soon, Ander was out of the room, and out of Han's sight. A guard from behind Hans cleared his throat, and got Hans' attention. Hans turned around to the guard.

"Sir, let me show you to your room." the guard said.

"I know my way." Hans said. The guard bowed, and walked away. With that, Hans walked to his room.


Hans sat at his desk, looking at himself in the mirror. A single candle was the only source of light in the room, and it was dying out. Hans' window was open, and the wind was blowing into the room. He walked to the window to see the night sky.

Hans couldn't believe he just got away with crimes. He got away with attempted murder and treason. What perplexed him is why his father would let him go that easily. He knows his father is a smart man, but even to Hans, a smart king wouldn't let crime go. Then, Hans remembered what the King had said. "I won't lose anymore family." The death of the Queen was still affecting them. Hans could care less about her, since he barely even knew her. But, once, she meant the world to the King, and Hans knew that.

Hans would stop at nothing to get the power he deserved. His journey for power will never end. He won't stop unless he gets it, or if he dies. But, Hans knew his chances of getting that power are now ruined. He would have to find a way to get these chances back. He didn't care how far he'll go.

He hated Anna and Elsa now more than ever. They ruined his plans, and they have more power than he ever had. Hans promised himself that he would take them down. No matter the cost, he would take them down.

Hans walked to his desk, and sat in his chair. The candlelight was getting dimmer. He thought about how his other brothers will react to him, though honestly, he didn't care what they thought. To him, they just got in the way of his power. He would knock down anything that gets in the way.

Hans couldn't believe that people were okay with Elsa's powers. No one else saw her the same way as Hans did; as a monster. Hans remembered Anna. He was surprised that she was so willing to marry him. She was easily manipulated, so she wasn't a problem for Hans.

"Do they think they can foil my plans, and get away with it? Do they think this won't blow up in their faces?" Hans asked himself. "They're foolish if they do."

Hans focused on the candlelight. It was almost completely gone.

"My father is a wise man, but he's too forgiving. Too much of a fool to see who I really am. Too much of a fool to recognize what's rightfully mine. Too much of a fool to not punish me." Hans continued. "The rest of my kin would've made the smart choice, but they have no say thankfully."

Hans looked at his mirror, and stared at himself. "That's the image of a true king. It won't be easy, but I will get the power I deserve."

The candlelight died, and Hans could no longer see himself.

"Know this Anna and Elsa..." He continued. "I will have my revenge."