Elsa's POV
"Elsaaa. Where are we going?", Anna whined as I guided her through the busy streets of Arendelle's nightlife.
I ignored her question completely and only speeded up, so we wouldn't be late for our reservation in that fancy restaurant I've wanted to take Anna out to since the day I realized my feelings for her.
Not that she knew.
Oh man, Anna didn't even know that we actually were on some kind of date, but she most likely would know at the end of the day. Because I finally decided to admit my feelings for her.
No matter whether she liked me back or not, I just didn't want to keep something from her any more After all she was my best friend and trusted me with everything - so wouldn't it only be fair if I did so as well?
We've already spent the whole afternoon together, walking around in London, drinking coffee at Starbucks and just enjoying the beautiful sunny autumn day.
I sighed in relief as the restaurant finally got in sight and grabbed Anna's hand and quickly dragged her with me.
"Uhm, you know, Elsa, that restaurant looks pretty awesome. But I don't think we can afford to eat here. It's really expensive-looking", Anna informed me as I stopped in front of it.
"Don't worry about the money, Anna. My treat", I gave her a little smile and walked through the door, Anna's hand still loosely in mine. Not that I'd complain, but I was quite surprised Anna didn't pull away.
We were lead to the table I had reserved and Anna gave my hand a little squeeze, before she let go and sat down. I looked up and gave her a little shy smile, which she immediately returned. Maybe what I wanted wasn't as hard to get as I thought?
Our eyes were still locked as the waiter arrived at our table, handing us the menu. I was about to order some drinks for me and Anna, when I noticed the seductive look the waiter was giving Anna, making her obviously uncomfortable.
I didn't even think twice about my next action, only wanting to show the waiter that Anna was mine, or most likely would be mine soon enough.
I reached over the table and took one of Anna's hands in mine, squeezing it slightly and smiling at her sweetly, putting not all of it, but a lot more than usual of my love into it. Anna blushed slightly and looked from me to the waiter, which were inspecting our locked hands now, giving him an apologizing smile, as she started to slowly stroke over my knuckles with her thumb.
The waiter looked at our locked hands and back at Elsa in disgust, but I didn't care, because at least he took our orders and finally left me and Anna alone.
I was about to pull my hand back again, so Anna wouldn't get too uncomfortable, but was stopped as her grip around my fingers tightened. I gave her a confused look. Not that I didn't enjoy every second of holding my crush's hand, but since when was Anna that touchy-feely, not that I'd complain.
"In case the waiter comes back and continues hitting on me", Anna explained, giving me a shy smile. "I mean, only if it's okay for you. I don't want you to do something you're uncomfortable with", Anna rushed with his words and her eyes widened slightly.
A little, probably really girly-ish giggle escaped my lips and I quickly bit down on it to hold more back. "No, it's alright. Don't worry", I gave her a reassuring smile and she casually continued softly stroking my knuckles again, while looking through the menu.
I did the same, but couldn't quite concentrate, since my thoughts always trailed off to Anna's hand in mine.
"Jesus, Elsa. You know that every single meal here costs over 35 dollars, right? I know you said, it's your treat, but isn't that a little bit too much to spend for only one night?",Anna asked worriedly.
I bit down on my lip to prevent the grin that was tugging on the corners of my mouth. Anna just was too adorable sometimes - always thinking about others.
"Nah, just take what you want", I told her and she nodded still not fully convinced.
After a few minutes the waiter from earlier appeared at our table again, still giving our hands dirty looks, and brought our drinks. We then ordered our meals, which were brought quite quickly.
I smiled at Anna slightly and then took my hand away from his so we could both eat the expensive food on our plates, while we continued talking about random things, like we always did.
"Would you like a dessert now?", I asked Anna when both finished eating.
She thought about that for a moment, but then shook his head. "Nah, I'm full. And I also don't want you to spend another 30 dollars on something we could buy for 10."
I shook my head in amusement. "You really are too cute sometimes", I laughed, but stopped as I realized what I had just said. Anna just continued smiling smiling as if she had taken it as a joke, which she probably did.
"Of course I am", Anna replied sarcastically and rolled his eyes, but you could tell she was at least a little bit flattered, since her face slightly turned red and she averted his gaze.
I was about to answer, when the waiter walked up to our table again. "Is everything alright? Do you want a dessert maybe?", he asked, politely giving as a fake-smile.
"Yes, everything's fine, but we'd like to pay now", I answered, rather looking at Anna than her though. She was still looking at his lap, fumbling with his hands.
The waiter carried our empty plates away and then came back with the bill. I paid for everything and also gave her a undeserved tip. He was a terrible excuse for a waiter, but him hitting on Anna after all was the reason for us holding hands earlier.
Anna and I both stood up and I grabbed my best friend's hand, slowly intertwining our fingers. Anna probably thought I did it to annoy the waiter, but in reality I just couldn't help myself.
We walked out of the restaurant, but I still held a firm grip on Anna's hand, enjoying the feeling as long as it would last.
"Wait, our apartment isn't that way", Anna interrupted my thoughts, as she realized I wasn't going home yet.
"That's right. It isn't", I agreed and grinned as Anna gave me an annoyed look for not telling her where we actually were going.
We walked for about 15 minutes when we arrived at a beautiful park, only lit up by the bright moon light, making it a lot more romantic than I had hoped it'd be.
"Elsa, what are we doing here?", Anna asked confused as I dragged her to the centre of it heading to the little pond there.
It looked unbelievable beautiful. The water was pitch black and shimmered magical in the milky moonlight.
Anna gasped at the sight. I slowly walked up to a bench at the edge of the pond and sat down, gesturing Anna to do the same. I carefully took Anna's hand in mine again and started to nervously play with her fingers, thinking how I should start with my confession.
"Anna...", I started and waited for her to look up at me. As she did I locked eyes with her and took a deep breath, before eventually doing what I've been planning to do for years.
"I- I really have no idea how to do this.. But there's something, something really important, that I need to tell you.
Ever since I first met you, there has always been this feeling. I could never quite put a hand on it. Until that one day we were playing Mario at the arcade.
You- You looked so utterly happy and pleased with yourself. And you laughed at me for my terrible gaming skills. And I noticed how your tongue would poke out of your mouth every time you laughed. I couldn't help myself but think how adorable you looked like that. And how incredible beautiful. Gorgeous. Stunning. Words aren't enough to describe your beauty.
And back then, I finally realised what this feeling was. It was love.
I couldn't help but fall even harder for you every single day. All the little things you did, still do, made me realize how perfect you are. You may have flaws like everyone has, but these little imperfections only make you as perfect as you are for me.
I'm totally rambling now, but... I love you, Anna. I'm completely utterly in love with you. And I understand if you don't feel the same, but I really hope this won't affect our friendship in a bad way. Because I couldn't bear living without you. You make my life worth living. I- I love you..."
I didn't dare to look up, too scared of Anna's reaction. Minutes went by without neither of us saying anything. Anna's hand was still in mine, but she showed no reaction.
"Is that the reason why we had dinner in that fancy and ridiculous overpriced restaurant tonight?", Anna asked and I looked up at her confused. I just confessed my love for her and that's the first thing she had to say?
"Because if that's so, then that's really sweet and adorable of you, but also really stupid. Spending so much money just to tell me something you could've while having take-away at home in our flat", Anna giggled, but only confused me even more.
"What? Anna, didn't you hear what I said? What are you going on about?", I asked confused.
"Oh, Elsa. You're such a dork. There was no need to put so much effort into this. I'd have been happy if you just told me your feelings. Because, like it or not, I love you too. You're the most amazing person ever and I really, really love you", Anna grinned at me happily and before I could reply our lips were pressed together in a sweet and tender kiss.
The best date either of us has ever had.
