A war of the Icy Sea part 7
(A.N I am trying to decide what WW2 tech should appear next. Please leave in reviews what you would like to appear.)
The next day
The sun rose above Arrendelle's harbour, casting its warm glow over the kingdom. HMS Norway was docked in one of the berths normally reserved for the Pride or Spirit of Arrendelle since they were the only berths that were even remotely close to being able to taking ships of Norway's size. The normal berths which merchant ships and regular naval vessels used could fit a modern Tribal Class destroyer or even Submarines such as the S or T classes.
Queen Elsa was excited today, this was because Alexander would come over to the castle to sign the treaty that would place the Norway at Arrendelle's disposal until the war against Wesleton was over. Elsa was thinking about sending a letter to Corona, warning them of the Norway's existence but she had decided not to do so for a long while since Wesleton could intercept any ship that the letter was sent on and start working on strategies to defeat HMS Norway in battle negating the advantage the Battle Cruiser possessed.
But she was also excited to see Alexander again, she couldn't understand it but she had been growing increasingly fond of Alexander since they first met on the quayside. Anna suspected this but Elsa was trying her hardest to keep that secret under a secure lock and key.
Elsa gazed out of the window and smiled at the mighty Battle Cruiser as hundreds of workers swarmed around it, repairing as much damage as they could and painting it. The Forges were hard at work making machine gun ammunition for the Norway's AA guns but it would be a little while before ammunition for the main 15 inch guns and fuel for the engines was available. So for now Norway was sitting idle in Arrendelle's harbour. Smoke curled lazily from her rear funnel as one boiler had to be kept going to provide electrical power to the Norway's lights and weapons. The swordfish recon plane was making many continuous flights since Norway had a large quantity of aviation fuel to spare. These flights did make an important impact on the war situation since now any Wesleton ships could be spotted and dealt with accordingly. Also, the Norway's royal marine contingent led by Sargent Blackwood was training Arrendelle's military to the highest state of readiness they could. Some troops were also being trained in how to use the spare .303 Lee Enfield Rifles, Webley Revolvers and Sten Guns which the Norway had in her arms lockers. But most combat would still be the old sword, bows and arrows like everyone was used to.
As Elsa was dressing herself and putting on the final bits of make-up necessary for today, Anna walked into the dressing room. This wouldn't be a problem except that Elsa was watching the Norway in eagerness, waiting for Alexander to appear. She didn't know what was going on but for some reason, she felt attracted to Alexander and every fibre of her being was begging her to go to Alexander and protect him.
"Watcha doing?" Anna asked curiously.
Elsa rapidly composed herself and said "Nothing"
Anna however didn't believe her elder sister for one moment. But then she noticed Elsa's smile as she watched Alexander, followed by Davies and a few of the Norway's Royal Marine contingent.
Anna smirked, "You like him don't you?" she asked.
Elsa's eyes widened hugely and she stepped back.
"No, it's not like that!" She said, trying to throw Anna off the conversation but to no avail.
"What is it like then? I saw the way you looked at Alexander when we were on the Norway! It's the same look that our parents had and the same look that Kristoff has when he sees me!" Anna snapped.
Elsa knew that it was no use arguing with her sister, unless eternal winter 2 started, which would most likely never happen but Elsa still had to be careful.
Elsa sighed and said "Ok, I guess I kind of like him. It's almost impossible not to fall for him, you know? I mean, look how his hair is tousled just right. And those milk chocolate coloured eyes, oh those eyes that you could melt into!"
Anna giggled as Elsa said this; she had never seen her elder sister this worked up about a guy in her life!
"But there is no way that we could ever be together though" Elsa added sadly.
"Why not?" Anna asked in confusion.
"I'm a Queen and he is a Naval Officer from a place where we don't exist! He doesn't know about my powers. They started this war in the first place. What if he finds out and orders the Norway to rain fire from those huge guns on Arrendelle!" Elsa replied, her face becoming a mask of concern and upset.
"Oh Elsa, don't worry about a thing. I'm sure Alexander wouldn't do such bad things as that. He seems like a nice guy. He did have that same look that you had for him!" Anna replied, trying to make her sister feel better.
Elsa's face became hopeful again.
"You think he might actually like me back?" She asked in a hopeful tone.
"I'm sure" Anna replied, smiling at Elsa. But just as she said this, someone knocked on the door.
"Your Majesties, it's time" Kai, one of the head servants said through the door.
"It's time" Elsa said quietly, composing herself ahead of the treaty signing ceremony.
"It's time" Anna agreed.
Meanwhile, Alexander was looking around the Castle, on the way to the Castle's conference room where he would sign the treaty officially making the crew of HMS Norway and Arrendelle allies. His eyes widened at all of the interesting things to be found within the Castle's walls. He now sort of knew what Elsa, Anna and Kristoff were feeling as he showed them around HMS Norway.
Davies wasn't helping much either, even though he was a very experienced naval officer, he still acted like a child on a number of occasions. Mainly him making silly faces and rude gestures at some of the paintings and sculptures when he thought no-one was looking. Of course, Alexander did and he had to tell Davies off a number of times. But Davies's messing about did make Alexander smile, Davies was his best friend and people like him were hard to come by in the Wartime Royal Navy.
Eventually, Alexander, Davies and their guard arrived at the doors to the conference room. Alexander's heart pounded in his chest as he took in a breath and opened the door. The doors opened to reveal Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, the whole Arrendelle council and a few Arrendelle guards. They all stopped what they were doing and turned to stare at Alexander and his men as they strode in. Elsa gestured for Alexander to sit on the chair to her right. In front of it was the document that he would have to sign.
"Welcome Mr McDonald, we have all heard a lot about you and your ship" one of the councillors said, from his clothes, Alexander guessed he was an admiral of Arrendelle's navy.
Alexander just said "Thank you, sir" as he took his chair.
Elsa read out her portion of the "Arrendelle-HMS Norway alliance treaty" to clarify what conditions were written into the contract and because it was written in Old Norse and Alexander didn't understand a word so Elsa had to translate for him.
"On this day, June 14th 1742, I Queen Elsa of Arrendelle and Lieutenant Commander Alexander McDonald hereby agree the alliance between Arrendelle and the Battle-Cruiser HMS Norway for as long as both parties see fit. The Conditions for HMS Norway are as follows, HMS Norway will be temporarily commissioned into the Arrendelle navy whilst retaining its previous flags and identification and its crew will work alongside Arrendelle forces to increase their capability to the standard of technological innovation as the Crew of HMS Norway, and finally the Norway will fight alongside Arrendelle naval units to defeat the Dukedom of Wesleton. The Conditions for Arrendelle are as follows, Arrendelle will provide HMS Norway with all the supplies that are needed for the duration of the alliance which includes, Food, Fuel, Spare Parts and Ammunition, an Escort force will be provided at all times and finally HMS Norway and its crew will be protected under the authority of the crown."
Alexander smiled and said "That sounds alright, so where do I sign?"
That example of Alexander's cheerfulness made the entire council smile at the young British Officer.
Elsa gestured to the dotted line under the document and Alexander mentally slapped himself several times at his stupidity.
Alexander signed the document, officially completing the Alliance between HMS Norway and Arrendelle.
The war had just taken a new turn for the Better for Arrendelle and her allies. Now it was Wesleton's turn to be afraid, very afraid for once Norway set sail again, it would be coming for them and nothing could stop it.
For now…