A/N: I'm finally back after a long hiatus. Sorry for keeping you waiting and thank you for being patient. I hope that you like the last few chapters of the story.
One Week Later
The leaves fell all over Arendelle as Kristoff and Sven rode back to the castle in their recently replaced sled. They were both pleased to find that Grand Pabbie had recovered from his sickness and would be living for many more troll years. Kristoff enjoyed his time with his family, but he was glad to return to Anna.
They came upon the entrance of the castle and Sven turned to the right, pulling the sled toward the stables. At the side of the stable, Sven stopped and Kristoff jumped off. He unharnessed Sven from the sled and Sven ran into the open field. After Kristoff put the harness away, he turned around to see Anna running toward him. He couldn't help the smile that he wore at the sight of her.
"Welcome back," Anna panted, as she stopped in front of him out of breath. It seemed to Kristoff that she had run here. Anna confirmed his suspicions when she said, "I saw you and Sven riding in from my bedroom window."
Kristoff wrapped his arms around Anna and pulled her in for a hug, "It's good to be back," he paused, "I missed you." He tentatively leaned in to kiss her, unsure if she would let him after their talk before he had left.
Anna noticed his hesitation and leaned in, kissing him with passion. She pulled away and said, "I missed you too." She shifted awkwardly, "I've been thinking about what we talked about. I came to the realization just after you left, and thinking about it all week solidified my feelings." She took a deep breath before continuing, "I love you too."
Kristoff looked at her tentatively, "Really?"
"Absolutely," Anna nodded and leaned in to kiss him again. After what felt like hours, they pulled away and the lovers walked away from the stables, catching each other up on the past week.
As the sun set on the day, Elsa stood at the foot of the stairs, tapping her fingers against the wood. She looked up to see Asha come down the stairs. She grinned as she took in her beauty.
Asha reached the bottom of the stairs and pulled Elsa into a kiss. "Good evening," she said, "What's the plan for tonight?"
Elsa was about to answer when a booming voice behind her yelled, "ASHA."
Asha's usual confidence evaporated as her posture stiffened and she said meekly, "Father?"
Elsa turned around to see a large dark skinned man glaring at her. While he wasn't as beautiful as Asha, he was definitely her father. She tentatively stepped forward outstretching her hand, "Hello sir, I'm Queen Elsa…"
King Jelani ignored her and turned towards his daughter. "So this is where you've been." His voice softened slightly, "I was worried when you didn't arrive back on time."
All Asha managed to get out was, "I'm sorry."
Nodding, King Jelani demanded, "We're going home. Now."
"But father…"
"Now, Asha. We'll deal with your punishment later."
Asha looked sadly at Elsa before mouthing, "Goodbye," and walking towards the door. Her father followed her out.
Gathering her courage, Elsa took a deep breath and called after them, "Wait!"
The King turned around, nothing but hatred in his eyes. He walked towards Elsa and she took a step backward, her heart filled with fear. The King reached Elsa and struck her across the face. Elsa grabbed her face with one hand and the wooden railing with the other. She looked up at the King, who simply said, "You are an abomination and you are never to speak to my daughter again."
As he walked out of the castle with Asha in tow, Elsa gripped the wooden railing. Her fear froze her where she stood. The mark on her face was still painful, but she didn't know which wound was worse. Her thoughts were interrupted by a yell of, "Elsa!"
She looked up the stairs to see Anna running towards her, concern written all over her face. Anna reached her and pulled her hand from the railing. "It's okay. I'm here for you. I love you." Elsa finally removed her hand from the railing and the other from her face and wrapped her arms around her sister, finally letting the tears fall. Anna rubbed her back with one hand and ran her fingers through her hair with the other. "What happened?"
Elsa pulled away, wiping her tears as she whispered, "She's gone."
Anna pulled her closer, "I'm so sorry."
Soon they pulled away. Elsa smiled at her sister, "Thanks for being here."
Anna grinned, hoping to cheer up her sister. "Hey, I have an idea! Let's hang out in the kitchen tonight, just you and me. I can ask the kitchen staff to make us some chocolate cake."
Elsa nodded, "I like the sound of that. Will Kristoff mind?"
"He'll understand. You're my sister." She walked towards the kitchen and turned back to Elsa, "I'll be right back. You should unfreeze the railing while I'm gone." Elsa looked at her confused but turned around to see that she had accidentally frozen the railing during the confrontation. She waved her hand and the ice rose upward, forming a tiny snowflake before disappearing into thin air. Elsa sat on the steps as she waited for Anna.
Anna stepped into the hallway and made her way into the kitchen. She gave the kitchen staff instructions and made her way back to Elsa. As she walked down the hall, she jumped as a hand was placed over her mouth. She tried to scream and fight back, but she felt a sharp pain as something hit her over the head. Her eyes closed and all consciousness left her as she slumped into the arms of her captor.
