It was Sunday, and Elsa could finally rest for day. For the whole week she had been invited to different organizations and places for visits and meetings. The whole journey was accompanied by Uncle Henrik and all the decisions were in his hands. Elsa felt relaxed when he was in charge, though sometimes she had better ideas then he had.
She opened her wardrobe and tried to find something casual yet decent. Then she chose a white blouse and black jeans. She looked at herself in front of the mirror and Anna burst in suddenly.
"How do I look?" asked Elsa and she turned around.
Anna had never seen Elsa dressed herself in such clothing and could not help struck by her sister's beauty.
"Elsa, you look…different…it's a good different and you never look so radiant before."
"Thank you," replied Elsa, blushing slightly. "I have never imagined myself dressing in such clothing."
"Are you going somewhere?" asked Anna mischievously.
Elsa avoided her eyes and stared at the wall.
"Nowhere."
"Are you on a date or something?"
"No, no, no, of course not…it's just a—"
"Yes?"
"I've heard that you need to attend the prize presentation of Flosta Children Science Competition, right?"
"Oh! I almost forgot!" exclaimed Anna and she hurried to her sister's closet. "Can you lend me your cocktail dress."
"What?"
"The black one! Oh where is it?"
"Hold on, let me get it for you," said Elsa calmly and she took out the dress.
"Oh Elsa, you're a life-saver," said Anna and quickly she tried it on.
"You hair," said Elsa.
"My what?"
"Your hair," said Elsa again and she pulled her sister in front of the mirror.
Anna screamed and panicked.
"Oh no, it's messy, and the prize presentation starts two hours later. What shall I do?"
"Let me help you," said Elsa and she combed Anna's hair as Anna sat down. "I think ponytail looks good on you."
"Yeah, I know," said Anna. "I tie my hair into braids because it's quick and my hair won't get out of place that easily. I really can't tie ponytails with my clumsy fingers."
"There," said Elsa and she beamed at her sister.
Anna gasped with surprise and she examined herself in front of the mirror.
"Remember to bring your things, call me when the presentation ends."
"I will," said Anna and she dashed towards the door.
"The chauffeur's waiting for you downstairs," added Elsa.
"I thought you need it," said Anna.
"You're not going there by foot, are you?"
"Okay, see you!"
Within the blink of an eye, Anna had rushed down the stairs. Elsa signed and she went downstairs. Servants gawked at her and bowed respectfully as she passed by, for they had never seen the Queen so exquisite.
"Your Majesty," said Kai and he bowed as Elsa walked out of the castle. "The chauffeur has just take Princess Anna to the prize presentation."
"It's okay, I'm just taking a stroll down the streets."
"See you, Your Majesty," said Kai and he bowed again.
Elsa walked out of the gates and headed down the streets. As she was lowering her head and walking quickly, people seemed not notice that their Queen was beside them. In no time, she reached the mall and she looked around, people were walking pass her quickly and Elsa could not find him.
"Got you!"
Someone from behind wrapped her and kissed her on the cheek. Elsa squealed a little and pushed him away gently.
"You scared me," said Elsa, trying to hide her happiness.
"Are you?"
"Okay, so where are we going?"
"Don't tell me that this is your first date, my lovely Elsa."
Elsa blushed and glared at him.
"So what?"
"Okay, okay," said Erik. "Just joking around, this is my first date too."
"Really?" asked Elsa. "I thought you were dating girls already since your first year in the university."
"No, not once, although girls often ask me out."
"I don't think so."
"You have to, I'm pure-white."
Elsa giggled, Erik held her hand and pulled her into the mall. Elsa felt uncomfortable that Erik was holding her hand tightly as if he was afraid that she would get lost.
"Where are you taking me?"
"What about the ice rink?"
"Ice rink? Okay—"
As soon as she reached the ice rink, the memory of Anna gliding on the ice came back and Elsa smiled sweetly.
"What are you thinking?" asked Erik.
"Nothing, just a childhood memory."
"Come on, let's go."
As it was weekends, there were lots of people skating with their children. The lady at the counter could only gawk and stare at them unbelievably as the two asked for ice skates.
"I will help you wear the ice skates," said Erik and he bent over, sliding the skates to her feet.
Elsa did not feel comfortable as she was not used to wear skates while ice skating. Though wearing socks, she could feel the inner parts of the ice skates near to her ankles were piercing into her skin. Still, she did not complain and went to the ice rink.
Some people in the rink were surprised and pointed at Elsa, yelling 'The Queen' and 'Your Majesty' with amazement.
"Do you know how to skate?" asked Erik.
"Of course I know, I am born to be with ice," said Elsa.
Elsa held Erik's hand and they glided through the crowd of people.
"You're a good skater too," said Elsa.
"Not as good as you."
"Stop your flattery," chuckled Elsa. "I have been listening to compliments since born. And most likely, they are just exaggerations."
"Mine's not, you really are a good skater."
The hours flew so quickly that Elsa did not realize that the afternoon period of skating had ended. Elsa laughed and she walked out of the ice rink.
"It was fun," said Elsa as she took off the skates.
"It would not be as great without you."
Just when Elsa's feet reached the wall, she could feel a sharp pain shot from her feet to the her brain. She could not help let out a soft moan.
"Are you hurt?"
"No, it's—"
Erik pulled away her socks and he could see bits of skin torn off near her ankles. He frowned and was ready to pick her up. Elsa gasped and shooed his hands.
"It's…I'm fine!"
"No, you need medication."
"You don't have to pick me up."
Erik quickly put her arm on his shoulder and prop her to the emergency room. The workers there were shocked to see both of them and quickly they treated the wounds.
"Is it bad?" asked Elsa.
"No, just a couple of days and you'll be fine, Your Majesty," replied the workers.
"Thank you."
"You're welcome, Your Majesty."
As Elsa stood up, the phone rang.
"Anna?...Oh, really?...okay, so where do you want to go?...I'll be there…see you!"
Elsa hung up and stood, Erik propped hep with cautious.
"You don't have to prop me, I'm fine," said Elsa.
"Of course you are not fine!" exclaimed Erik. "You are the—"
Before Erik could continue, Elsa covered his mouth with her hand, warning him not to say anything further. Then Elsa smiled and said,
"I'm going to meet my sister. I'm completely fine and I will go there myself, is it alright for you?"
Erik nodded. Elsa kissed his cheek lightly and she hurried away from the ice rink. Just when Elsa reached the mall entrance, Erik stopped her and asked,
"Wait, when can I meet you again?"
Elsa licked her lips and thought for a while. Then, there were people outside not far, eyeing on them and readying their cameras. Elsa knew something was not quite right and she said,
"Erm…you call me later, okay? And don't come out until the coast is cleared."
Elsa rushed out of the mall and walked across the street swiftly. The people who had been spying on her followed her. It was uncomfortable having so many people behind her, so she quickly turned to the alley and hid herself. The people stopped and looked around for a while, then gave up tracking down the Queen. Elsa sighed and she hired the cab.
The timing was perfect as both of them got out of the vehicles at the same time. They went to the deepest part of the restaurant and Anna beamed at her sister. Elsa frowned and asked,
"What's so funny?"
"Your smile is sweet as honey."
"So?"
"No one except those on a date can have such smile."
"Nonsense, I'm just happy to meet an old friend."
"Who?"
Elsa cleared her throat and read the menu, Anna giggled and said,
"I know you're on a date, I know it."
"What do you want to eat?"
Knowing that her sister wanted to change the subject, Anna nodded and read the menu with Elsa.
Expecting another kiss? Sorry, just on the cheek for now. If you want to see them, just wait patiently and they will come.
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