A/N: A small fluffy just like I promised.
Chapter 25
I stared at the ceiling unable to sleep. I tried not to move because Elsa was snuggled in my arms. I closed my eyes listening to her light snoring and inhaled her sweet perfume. Usually that lulled me to sleep but not tonight. Elsa started to shift so I held my breath and tried to remain still. Once she rolled over to the other side, I carefully slid out of bed and tip-toed out the door. Maybe a walk will clear my head.
I guess the wedding stress was affecting more than I thought. I feel like I'm making more decisions than Kristoff and I'm not even the one marrying Anna! I hardly saw Elsa this week except when we went to bed. With so much running around, I didn't have time to step aside and be with her. On the bright side, Anna said since we were getting preparations done early, we should be finished soon. I could finally relax and-
Fall on my face. I tripped over my own feet and stumbled to the floor. As I picked myself off the ground, I didn't recognize the hallway. Actually, I had no idea where I was! I wandered off a little father than I meant to. Crap, how do I get back to the room? I looked ahead and saw there was a dead end. Then I noticed a thick veil hanging on the wall. Curiosity got the better of me and I approached the veil. It was covering something so I pulled it up to peek underneath. The movement caused the entire veil to fall to the floor. Oh no! I bent over to gather the cloth in my arms. I looked up and stopped. It was the portrait of the King and Queen. I slowly stood up straight. My eyes explored their features. The King was very handsome and he stood tall as if he trying to prove he was strong enough to uphold the kingdom. The Queen stood supportively next her husband trying to be strong for him. I couldn't help but notice how eerily similar Elsa looked like her mother. If Elsa had brown hair, they could be twins.
For some reason, I felt like their eyes were now analyzing me. So you're the girl who's distracting our daughter, I could hear them say. It made me remember what Elsa said about Anna wearing their mother's wedding dress. I know it's WAY too early to even think of marriage. Still, I couldn't help but think it was my fault. Maybe I was just a distraction from Elsa's duties. She would need to marry someone in the future. I hardly think that someone is me. I looked back at the picture.
"I'm sorry," I whispered.
"Alexis,"
I glanced back to see Elsa walking up to me. I allowed the veil to slip through my fingers.
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to take it off," I apologized. "I was curious about what was underneath and it fell."
"I understand," Elsa said. She stared at the portrait, "It's been so long since I've seen their faces."
"It must have been difficult for you and Anna,"
Elsa nodded, "It was a dark time in my life. They tried so hard to help me control my powers. They were my only connection to the outside world, to Anna. When they died, it was like my whole world ended. But the biggest regret I have is letting Anna go through it alone. We were both devastated and I didn't even go to the funeral! That was the moment she needed me the most. They were best parents they could be and I repay them by hiding for three more years and letting Anna suffer alone. I can't help but feel like I failed them..."
Elsa choked out a sob. I wrapped my arms around her and let her cry on my shoulder. I petted her hair trying to soothe her.
"You didn't fail. Look at the life you have now. You and Anna are closer than ever and your reign as Queen is very successful. I'm certain your parents are proud of you," I assured her.
"I don't think so," Elsa disagreed.
"I do. Maybe the only downside is me,"
Elsa lifted her head to look at me, "Do you really think that?"
I sighed, "I don't think it's what your parents planned. I mean, would they accept me? Would they accept us?"
Elsa bit her lip before answering, "Probably not at first, but I believe they would understand. If we proved to be a long term relationship, I think they would help us be together."
"So I have to pretend I want to be stuck with you for the rest of my life! Isn't that a little much?" I teased.
She laughed and wiped away her tears. I pecked her nose and pulled her into a hug.
"Do you think your parents would accept us?" Elsa asked.
I released her from the hug, "Yes, I think they would. They would be shocked to find out I have a girlfriend. I've dated a couple of boys and had one short relationship but they're a little more open minded."
"Would they like me?"
"They would love you!" I admitted. Elsa beamed at my statement. She jumped forward to kiss me but it was unexpected so we ended up bumping foreheads.
"Sorry!" Elsa giggled. I shook my head before I cupped her face and kissed her. Our lips moved together in sync. Out of breath, I finally had to break away.
"Let's go back to bed," I said. Elsa led the way back to her room. Surprisingly, we were a lot closer than I thought. Elsa was about to turn around the corner but instead she hopped back. I stumbled backwards because she ran into me.
"What's wrong?" I whispered.
"There is a guard patrolling the hallway," She whispered back.
"Go to your room and tell them you went for a walk. I'll see you in the morning," I instructed.
Elsa's face fell, "Are you sure?"
My heart tightened, "We could go to my room but you'll have to leave early."
We heard the guard coming and Elsa pushed me towards my door. We quickly slipped inside before the guard appeared. I plopped on my bed.
"I haven't slept here in so long! At least I don't have to mess it up in the morning," I remarked.
Elsa crawled in next to me, "Why do you mess it up?"
"So, Gerda will think I slept in the bed. I tried telling her I can fix my own bed but she scolded me saying it was her job to help me. She probably thinks I'm unstable after I tore apart the room."
"Was it that bad?"
I laughed, "I ripped a dress apart and threw it around the room like confetti! Yes, it was really bad."
Elsa frowned, "I guess I only made it worse. I mean things were really awkward between us."
"Actually, no you didn't. I was so messed up in the head; my feelings were the last thing on my mind. But there was one good thing that night,"
"Which was?"
"Holding you," I whispered. She rolled into my arms and I held on to her tightly.
"Don't let go," she yawned.
"I promise not to," I murmured. I finally fell into a deep sleep.
A/N: So I also found out the critic has gotten my first chapter and analyzed every single sentence. I was completely shocked that they were taking it that far. I assume they're going to do that to my entire story which breaks my heart. It was a pretty negative review as well. But the positive feedback I've from you guys really lifted my spirits. It made me feel a little better during this rough patch. Now time to respond to your reviews.
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So this is both a response to the Guest and all my readers. You had some really good points. I appreciate the critique I received from you. Yes, it would be easy to take out the Traveler scenes but then I end up with no story. The title is the Traveler in Arendelle. I know it's a cliché to have dimension traveling and having my character become the chosen one later on. The thing is if I make Alexis a regular citizen, then it's not my story anymore. It's the story people want to see and if they want that, then they can find a story that has that plot line.