Chapter 10
''Wow, who's that hot girl?'' Elsa chuckled, hearing Rapunzel's voice cry out from her bedroom door.
Ignoring her, she returned to placing on her silver earing, before examining herself in the mirror. Her platinum blonde hair had been pulled back into a side braid, she'd put on some simple eyeshadow and mascara, and the current black dress Rapunzel had bought her for the date seemed to suffocate her. Not to mention the black heels she wore made her question her balance, and even hearing her words, the nerves were still taking over her entire body. ''Okay, seriously. How do I look?''
''I'm not joking, Elsa, you look beautiful. Maybe you two will do a little more than just talking'' she winked, walking closer to her, to which Elsa felt like throwing up. Only that girl could think to say something to make her feel even more nervous.
''Zel, I don't think I can do this'' she cried out, sitting on the edge of her bed and pulling down the dress that stopped midtigh. ''I haven't been on a real date in years''
''Which is why you need to go'' Rapunzel fell next to her, tucking a strand of her golden hair behind her ear. ''You're single now, Elsa. You have to learn how to act around other men''
''I don't want to think about dating, okay? I just want to focus on teaching and paying the bills''
Rapunzel rolled her eyes, placing an arm around her shoulder. ''There is no way that I'm letting my best friend worry about old people stuff. You are going on this date, you're going to have fun, and you're going to come back and thank me for setting it up''
Elsa raised an eyebrow. ''And if I don't?''
''don't be silly, that would never happen''
Rapunzel rose, extending her hand out to her. ''Now, get up. Let's show the boys and see what they think''
Elsa groaned, throwing her head back before finally taking her best friend's hand. Flynn, Jack and Hiccup all sat on the couch in the living room, watching television with their feet up on the small table in front of them. They rapidly composed themselves, however, the moment they laid eyes on her.
Elsa could feel her cheeks redden, as Flynn let out a whistle. ''Wow, who's that hot girl?''
Rapunzel's raised her chin proudly, placing her hand on her hip and examining Elsa. ''That's exactly what I asked''
''You look great, Elsa'' Hiccup encouraged, to which Jack managed to nod to. ''your date's going to be stunned''
She awkwardly rubbed her arm, staring directly at Jack. If there was someone she felt she needed to approve, it would have to be him and so far, she was unsure of what'd he say. After all, the most he'd ever seen her dress up was what she wore for work. ''Is it too much?''
'' Of course not. You'll make him forget everything that happened before he saw you'' Jack cracked a smile, to which she returned.
Rapunzel stared at the two of them, her rosy lips pulled up into a grin. ''That's really sweet, Jack. I'm sure you'll be waiting up for her''
''We all will'' Flynn smirked, placing his hands behind his head and leaning against the couch. ''Unless you're planning on getting laid, which I understand-''
''What? No, no, no, no, no!'' she shook her head, feeling her face burn up. ''I'm not having sex on a first date. I would never do that!''
''What's wrong with it? It spices things up'' Rapunzel winked.
Flynn nodded his head. ''Gotta agree with blondie. It usually determines whether or not there's a second date''
''Come on, guys, leave her alone'' Jack stood up, and walked up next to her. ''At least she still has her dignity''
Rapunzel huffed while Flynn just mumbled something under his breath. That's when a knock came to the door, causing Elsa to turn to Jack in panic. ''What do I do? Oh my gosh, I'm going to screw this up''
''Just relax'' he grabbed ahold of her arms, squeezing them gently. ''You'll do fine, just stay positive''
Flynn opened the door, only to let in a tall and rather buff looking man. His dark hair was still as messy as it was in high school, but his blue eyes displayed that of much maturity. He wore some brown pants, white t-shirt and black blazer, that helped display the muscles he had grown. He was handsome, yes, but in her eyes he was still dorky Danny from the football team.
''Danny!'' she cried out, rushing to him and embracing him.
She felt his arms wrap around her, before finally letting go. ''Elsa, it's been a long time''
His voice had gotten much deeper, she'd give him that. She smiled, staring up at him and she couldn't help but wonder how many times he'd smiled down at Sam. She was the only one who could create on a grin on his face, even when his own family couldn't.
''Yeah, four years right?''
''Yup, last time I saw you, you were riding off with Rapunzel in her car leaving Ralph's party''
Elsa chuckled at that, feeling Rapunzel next to her, who flipped her hair behind her shoulder. ''The party wasn't all that fun. We didn't even see Ralph because he was so busy with his step sister''
''Which was sweet, remember Zel?''
''Sure, I guess Vanellope wasn't that bad''
Danny let out a laugh, before he turned to stare at something behind them. It was then that Elsa forgot to introduce him to her roommates, who most likely felt just as awkward. ''Oh, right. Danny, I want you to meet my roommates''
She walked towards the three guys, pointing to each of them. ''This is Flynn, Jack and Hiccup''
''You live with guys?''
''Yeah, got a problem with that?'' Flynn asked, throwing an arm around Elsa's shoulder. Elsa had to restrain herself from hitting her forehead with her palm.
Danny shook his head, letting out a low laugh. ''No, I just didn't expect it, that's all. Nice to meet you, guys''
''Have her home by midnight,'' Hiccup said, taking a step closer. ''No later than that''
''Got it,'' Danny smiled. He turned to her, to which she simply shrugged. She simply didn't understand where all this attitude was coming from when it came to her usual, down to earth roommates.
''Well, we better get going now'' she urged, grabbing ahold of Danny's hand and beginning to drag him towards the door.
That's when Rapunzel let out a noise. ''Wait, Danny, where are you taking her?''
Danny took a deep breath, scratching the back of his neck. ''Well, I got us a reservation to the Oak place''
Rapunzel let out a squeal, as Flynn's jaw slightly fell. ''The oak place? That's really hard to get into, man''
''Yeah, I know. But when your best friend owns the place, it makes it easier''
Elsa smiled, looking up at him. ''Tucker owns Oak place?''
''Yeah, him and Valerie do. They have for about a year and a half now''
''Wow, that's incredible'' Rapunzel cried out, and Elsa could see Flynn's expression change. ''I haven't been there in forever''
''We should really get going,'' Elsa pushed, opening the door. ''I'll see you guys later''
She glimpsed at each of them, before her eyes locked with a rather quite Jack. He didn't say anything, he just smiled at her in a way that made the nerves she felt melt away.
She smiled back, and didn't lose eye contact until the door was closed.
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''-and that's when the cops came and we ended up spending the night in a jail cell''
Elsa let out a loud laugh, covering her mouth with her left hand, as an amused Danny watched her closely. She took a deep breath, grabbing ahold of her napkin. ''I can't believe you did that in college!''
''Yeah, I went a little wild back then'' he laughed, staring down at his empty plate. ''I guess we all thought we were infinite''
Elsa nodded, sipping from her cup. ''Yeah, I guess we did, although I must say I never did as anything as insane as that''
''Most sane people wouldn't'' they both chuckled.
So far, the date was going very well, even better than she expected. Except it didn't feel much like a date, if she were honest; it felt too much like a friendly gathering. One that had been filled with laughter and catching up.
''So Rapunzel told me about your engagement'' Danny sighed, with solemn eyes. ''I'm really sorry about that''
''me too. I'm just happy I'm no longer blinded by him'' she smiled, looking down. ''It must've been hard having to break up with Sam too. You two really cared for each other for as long as I can remember''
''It's hard, yeah'' Danny said, running his fingers through his hair. ''It definitely wasn't an easy choice to make, but she had dreams and I couldn't stand in her way''
''Did she tell you that herself?''
''No, but when your partner contemplates on staying in her hometown for her sweetheart and leaving to complete a program that'll help her career in a beautiful town, you get the hint''
Elsa grabbed ahold of his hand from across the table. ''Oh, Danny, I'm sorry''
''its okay'' he shrugged, as he struggled to cover the frown appearing on his lips. ''She's living out her dream and I'm moving on with my life. As long as she's happy, I'm happy''
Yet, it didn't feel right. Elsa hadn't been the best of friends with the two lovers, but she knew enough to insist something like distance couldn't and wouldn't separate the sixteen year olds. No, she wasn't going to allow this; not even if it did contradict the entire point of the date.
''Danny, I think you should go to her''
He blinked a few times, and she could see he was confused. ''Wait, what?''
''Danny, this is Sam. Your best friend and girlfriend who you've been in love with for years now. I refuse to sit here and let you give up what you love the most''
''Elsa, I appreciate it-'' Danny tried to cut in.
She didn't let him. ''Are you happy, Danny?''
''What?''
''Are you happy without her?''
It didn't take long for him to answer. ''No, I'm not''
''then what's stopping you? I say that if you love her, you'll find every way to be with her''
He didn't say anything else for a moment, continuing to stare down, and for a second Elsa felt as if she had been far too blunt. They had broken up, after all, and it wasn't polite of her to just command that he leave everything to go back with his old girlfriend. But right when she was just about to apologize, she was surprised to see him rising from his chair.
''You know what? You're right. I can't keep acting like I'm okay.'' He smiled, in a way that was too hopeful. ''Without Sam, I'm nothing''
He began to walk away, before sharply turning on his heel. ''Elsa, I'm so sorry. I don't mean to walk off on –''
''Go,'' Elsa smiled, assuredly. ''She'll be glad to see you''
He smiled, pulling her into a quick embrace, and right when he was heading out, she stopped him. ''Wait. Do you think maybe I could ask for a favor?''
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Elsa waited outside the restaurant, her eyes staring up at the stars in the sky as she heard the light sound of voices coming from inside. With her phone in her hand and her heels on the other, she could do nothing more than to great the passing strangers with a smile.
However, she couldn't stop herself from sighing in relief, seeing Jack's car come to a stop right in front of her.
Jack stepped out of the driver's seat, and was followed with Rapunzel and Flynn behind.
''Seriously, Elsa! Leave it up to you to go on a date and end up making the guy go all the way to Seattle to see his ex-girlfriend!'' Rapunzel cried out, pulling her into a hug. ''You need more help than I thought''
''It didn't feel right, okay? Plus, it wasn't like anything was going to happen. Danny's too much a friend to see him as something else''
To that Jack smiled.
''So why exactly am I here? Jack said you needed something from me'' Flynn let out, wiggling his eyebrows.
Elsa giggled, grabbing ahold of her best friend's hand. ''Well, I thought that if I couldn't have a great first date, someone else should''
It took Flynn and Rapunzel a minute to get it, but to see their wide eyes made it completely worth it. Flynn hugged her up in the air, kissing her forehead in gratefulness while Rapunzel simply stood there, without a word.
''Seriously? You got us reservations?'' Flynn cried out, in awe.
She nodded, beginning to walk towards the passenger's seat. ''Yeah, knock yourselves out''
Winking at Rapunzel, she watched as the two walked into the restaurant. She got into the car, taking a deep breath as Jack turned on the engine.
He turned to her, with an amused expression. ''Ready to go home?''
''Yes, please'' she groaned, causing him to laugh.
It wasn't until they drove for a few more minutes in silence that she turned back to look at him. ''Jack, are you alright?''
He turned to look at her for a few seconds, before staring back at the road ahead. ''Yeah, what do you mean?''
''You've just been more quite than usual'' she let out, leaning against the seat. ''I was hoping I'd get more of your opinion, and less of everyone else's''
''Well what can I say? I certainly wasn't expecting to get a call from my roommate telling me to come pick her up because her date went to chase the love of his life. It's quite uncommon actually''
She giggled, to which he smiled. ''You know, this might've not been the best date I've been to, but I'm glad I ended up here talking with you''
''Is that a compliment, Winters?''
''Yes, Frost, it is''
No more needed to be said.
The smiles in their faces were worth a million words.
I FINISHED WATCHING THE OFFICE YESTURDAY AND I CRY OMG IM SO EMTIONAL AND UNSTABLE AND PLEASE HELP ME IM DYING. LIKE MY HEART IS TRYING TO ADJUST TO KNOWING THERE ARE NO MORE THE OFFICE EPISODES. I REFUSE TO CONTINUE ON.
But I recently began watching The Originals, which is why it's taken me so long to finish this chapter (four hours) and now I'm literally so excited for this because ships. Thank you all for your amazing reviews! I loved hearing each of them and thank you so much for the 143 followers! That's so cool knowing there are so many of you out there!
Let's get to review and slay!
Maddie: there's more to come on that c;
Shteven27: oh my gosh, you're like my new best friend now! Actually I was thinking that too, and I'm even debating about making like a ''Jelsa: the office'' or something because literally Jack is Jim and Elsa is sweet and artistic like Pam. I miss PB & J already ):
Frozen07212000: thank you so much! You're so sweet!
Kimmy smith: haha, I'm not making jelsa happen right away because I fell that it's something that takes time, you know? Yes, Jack will visit Elsa in her classroom very soon…
Furiyan: I was trying to make it subtle jealousy. Did you catch on?
Heartfulyumi: lol thanks gorgeous!
monkeyz2: it's completely based off of icarly xD
froste682: omg lol I hope so too. Hans needs a good few punches
The Pretender 3: no, I haven't actually played the game because I value both mine and the cupcake's life (: Yeah, I'm trying to make Hiccup and Elsa tighter because I feel like I'm lacking on the relationship. Thank you for reviewing!
paige. : you're a cutie!
masie al: thank you! You're awesome!
Unknown: YOU'RE MY LIFE SAVER
Madison: completely agree, Danny and Sam have been my OTP since before I knew what an OTP was. Haha, yeah I haven't played it because my mom would kill me and then I wouldn't be able to update ^-^ I really love cupcakes too so
AFineMess101: this review gives me life. Thank you, senpai
For any of you wondering, yes the cupcake game came from ICarly because I'm not creative enough to come up with something my self cx I wouldn't recommend trying it though because you're not only risking your life, but your cupcake's.
Jack: dang right you are
Me: thank you, Jack. I appreciate it.
Until next time. Love you all ~Lexi