Russia, 1926
Jack's POV
Darkness. That's the first thing I remember. It was dark, it was cold, and I was scared. But then…then I saw the Moon. It was so big, and it was so bright. It seemed to, chase the darkness away. And when it did…I wasn't scared anymore. Why I was there and what I was meant to do, that I've never known, and a part of me wonders if I ever will.
I stood up after taking a deep breath, staring up at the moon. It didn't say anything else. All the moon said was, "Jack Frost." That must be my name. It's not every day the moon talks to you. Not a lot to be said, though.
I took a step forward, well, slipped, since I was standing on solid ice, and my foot landed on a strange looking staff. I touched my foot to it again, and noticed it lit up blue. I picked it up with my hands, wondering why it was there on a frozen river. Something shot out of it, and I dropped one end to cover my face. Then, more ice appeared on the river. I looked down at the staff, and wondered…maybe if I…
I went over to a tree and touched the hook of my staff to it, and saw that same pattern of ice appear. I have powers! I could not contain my joy as I started jumping up and down. This was WAY better than Christmas! I started running around the ice, dragging my staff, making more patterns. I started spinning faster and faster until it stopped. I realized I was flying! I was at least fifty feet high, and I was thrilled. As soon as I went up, I came down as the wind stopped blowing. Luckily, a tree broke my fall. I laughed, not believing this was real.
I looked through the branches at the city's lights. It looked different, but I knew this was my home. I took the road next to the river and headed towards the palace. I tried flying, but failed miserably. Funny, I do not remember not ever seeing anybody walking down the streets. Even though it was late at night, there is always somebody roaming the streets. Russia is a beautiful place, especially at night. I went to the side of the palace, knowing I could get in without anyone noticing.
What is this? There are guards at every door. I immediately hid behind a statue in the garden, wondering why they stayed up this late, and guarded that door. I climbed up the tree and decided to try to fly into a window. As quietly as possibly, I scurried up the tree and jumped as far as I could. The wind picked up, and I landed effortlessly next to a partially opened window. I crept in, and could not see where I was at first. Then I saw a doll house, and I knew exactly where I was…the princess' room.
As my eyes adjusted to the darkness, I saw what a mess it was. Funny, I never thought her to be such a reckless little girl. She had always kept her room neat and clean. Then, I noticed blood on the floor. What must have happened here?! The princess must be in danger! I was scared, not for myself, but for her. Someone must have taken her! I have to find her!
Zella's POV
"Wake up, you sleeping beauty!" grouched the old woman. She could not wait to get me out of her orphanage. And the feeling was mutual. Although I never caused trouble, there was something about me that made the old woman grouchy.
I groaned, still half-asleep. Wait a minute! Today is the day! Yes! It is! I finally get to leave this nasty place! After all, I am 18. I jumped out of bed, threw on my clothes and hurried downstairs to meet Ms. "Grouch" standing at the front door. Yeah, I won't miss her, for sure.
"Good luck in Paris!" She mocked as I went out the door. She knew about my necklace, but allowed me to keep it since it was the only thing I could remember. She claims I have amnesia, which I find to be true since I can't remember anything before my 10th birthday. I had no idea where I was going, but I knew it was going to be far away from this place.
It was a beautiful morning in Russia, and I had my hopes high for a better future. I am curious, though, if I had a family. That's all I've ever wanted. This necklace I'm wearing is somehow telling me that it is not far. Well, here goes nothing! Off to find my future!
Jack's POV
Where could she be? I have searched everywhere! And everyone thinks she is dead! I refuse to believe that! She had to be alive! I can feel it!
I flew all over the palace grounds and the area around it. I even went to the train station. Funny, nobody seems to notice a kid like me flying around. I guess they have a lot on their minds, and doesn't want to pay attention to an 18 year-old like me. How long have I been 18? I thought for sure my birthday had passed, but somehow I can only remember certain things before darkness.
All I can remember is everything about the princess
Rapunzel, and her poor family. I tried to save them…I really did. I just hope they were able to find their way to safety after I shoved them through that wall. I had to think fast, and make sure those stupid soldiers would not go after them. I hope I succeeded.
She was like a little sister to me. Sure, she was only eight years old, but I still like being around her, despite the ten year age difference. We had some good times. She would always visit me in the kitchen, and I would grab some cakes and we would go outside and play in the garden. She had a beautiful laugh, always smiling…I wish I just knew that she was ok.
I decided she was not at the station, and no one seems to care about a bare-footed teenager with white hair. I'm sure it'll wash off. After all, I had been outside in the cold for a while, but, for some reason, it doesn't seem to bother me…weird.
Once I got away from the people, I flew off to the outskirts of town. I saw this little deserted path, and figure I could start there. I practiced flying some more, but to no avail.
"Huh! I wish the wind could help!" I was frustrated, but that all changed as I heard the wind come up from underneath me, and I flew into the air. Well, I guess I can use this to my advantage.
"Okay, wind, let's go!" I pointed down the road, and we traveled high above the road, scanning for any sign of the lost princess.
