MHS0501: Well, we'll just have to find out.

Nlgirl17: Okay, not going to lie, after writing her backstory, I want her to turn good as well. Maybe if she hadn't killed all those people it might've worked, but...

Strange and proud of it: Brave for doing what?

Korrasami 88: If only she wasn't a main character.

Miaka: I actually didn't intend for her backstory to be as sympathetic as it turned out, but oh well.

Al Drin Hoshizora: Magic snow, to be precise.

I am a burglar: Sure.

Antha1: I have nothing to say.

Also, regarding the twist about Agni being the Phoenix, I was surprised that it was a shocker for everyone. The answer was quite literally in front of you the whole time (can you guess what that is?)


The search to find the Phoenix's fleet by the Arendelle Navy had turned up no results in the hours it had scoured the island. It appeared that the Phoenix's navy had vanished from the island.

"There's been no sight of them," One of the crew said to the captain. "I say we should turn back now. Perhaps the madman realized it was best not to confront the Queen of Arendelle and left."

The captain narrowed his eyes at the man, but nevertheless obliged him. "I'll give the order for the fleet to set sail back to the kingdom."

As he spoke those words, however, the captain noticed a glowing light coming from the corner of his eye. It almost looked like the sun, but closer. Squinting his eyes, he turned around to the source of the glow, and his eyes widened in horror.

In the sky, a massive ball of fire was soaring down at the fleet. As it neared, the ball of fire took shape, and formed itself into a fire bird.

The Phoenix.

"Look out!" The captain shouted out in horror, but it was no use. The gargantuan fire bird swooped over the fleet, its jaws opened to unleash a wave of fire out of its jaw and onto the fleet below. Some of the men tried to jump overboard to escape the fire, but it was too late. Even those who landed in the water were burned by the fire, which had boiled the water immensely.

Within seconds, the fleet, and everyone in it, had been engulfed in flames. All that remained were the charred remains of the ships, floating out to sea.

And in their place, a new navy appeared out of the seas.

The Phoenix's Navy. And they were heading to Arendelle.


Flint sat at the far end of the table in the castle's dinner room. Ever since both Elsa and Agni had vanished, he'd tried to excuse their disappearance by claiming they were merely out in the village to get a breath of fresh air.

However, he wasn't sure it was working.

"So, what happens if Elsa doesn't come back?" Princess Circe asked.

"Well, I'd be happy to take up the role of responsibility for this kingdom if that happens," Prince Howard boasted.

Flint tuned himself off from the rest of the conversation. He simply didn't have the mind power to be invested in a pointless discussion. He remembered a time when he was more outgoing and cheerful, but ever since Agni had become queen of Arcturus years ago, that side of him had been slowly dying out. He leaned in on the table, idly rubbing his thumb and middle finger together.

These people have no idea what they're getting themselves into, he thought to himself. He almost pitied them. They were so clueless.

Kai happened to walk up to Flint to serve him a dish. "So Flint, do you have any idea why this Phoenix is acting the way he does?" He asked out of intrigue. "You think he's doing this out of some personal loss, or merely arrogance?"

"Probably power," Flint replied with a shrug. "It's a good thing Queen Agni was there to take care of those kingdoms without a ruler."

He spoke so casually that anyone who wasn't really paying attention would've ignored his last statement. Kai, however, couldn't help but feel a sense of intrigue that what Flint just said.

"Excuse me?" He asked. "What do you mean Agni takes care of those kingdoms."

Flint turned away from Kai, his expression not changing. However, some eyes turned to him, and Flint could feel rather disturbed by the attention he'd suddenly gained.

"Now that you mention it, why is your kingdom always the first to arrive right after the Phoenix strikes?" One noble questioned. "Like Weselton. You and Agni showed up right after the duke was killed."

Flint muttered something under his breath. "I'll be excused," He said, not wanting to be in such large company. As he got out of the chair, however, Kai noticed a small note in his vest.

"What is that?" Kai asked. Flint didn't answer, however, and instead began to walk to the door. Before he could get far, however, Kai suddenly reached out and grabbed the note from Kai's vest.

"No!" Flint said, and grabbed Kai's wrist. The older servant wrenched his arm out of Flint's grasp, and stared at the note, reading through it intently. Flint could see Kai's expression turn grim as he finished reading the note.

Kai looked up to stare at Flint, and the old servant could see Flint have an expression of restrained panic on his face.

"Flint," Kai said briskly. "I think you have some explaining to do."


Princess Thaw couldn't believe her eyes. Queen Agni of Arcturus was not only in league with these evil men, but she was their leader. She was the Phoenix.

"Hello, princess," Agni whispered, and motioned for her men to release Thaw. The moment the young princess was out of the men's grip, she looked up at Agni and whispered, "I. . . I don't understand."

"Oh, you will, princess," Agni said to her, running a hand through the princess' blonde hair. "Everything will be all right."

"But. . . you're the Phoenix," Thaw whispered, almost choking on her words. Agni could see a look of utter betrayal in her eyes, and the little girl stared at the ground in disbelief. Her skin was white as show, and her arms and legs were wobbling.

The man who Thaw had forced to take her to this spot walked up and said, "I brought her to you, Queen Agni." He sounded boisterous and proud, in spite of the humiliating way he'd been outwitted by the young girl.

Agni scoffed. "Indeed," She said, and the man was surprised to see the Queen look irritated. "You brought her to me by being a fool who let a little girl outsmart you. How pathetic. You bring shame upon us all."

The man's eyes widened in horror as he saw Agni's hand begin to glow. "But, my Queen. . ." He whispered. The other men began to back away from the man who had offended Agni.

Queen Agni didn't let the man finish his sentence. She raised her arm, and immediately, the man was engulfed in flames, only having a second to let out an agonized scream before he was reduced to ashes.

Thaw let out a scream as the man next to her was burned to death before her eyes. She looked up to Agni, her eyes filled with horror.

"Agni!" She shouted out.

The Queen shushed her. "Don't worry, princess," She whispered to her. "Everything will be fine. Soon, Elsa will show up, and. . ."

"What are you going to do to her!" Thaw asked angrily, her voice rising and her eyes narrowing. She pointed a finger at Agni and said, "You better not do anything to my aunt!"

Agni almost seemed taken aback. "Your aunt?" She asked. "You mean, the woman who carelessly neglected you for years. The woman who never listens to you and only cares about her own needs. A self-centered, pompous woman."

Thaw stared up at Agni, mouthing wordlessly. She wanted to say something, but she couldn't find the words to.

"Don't worry; I understand," Agni reassured her. "Trust in me; things will be much better off once I'm in control. I won't treat you like Elsa does." She reached out to pat Thaw's head, but suddenly, a voice cut through the air, shouting, "Stop!"

All eyes whipped in the direction of the voice, and everyone saw Queen Elsa rush out of the darkness and towards Agni and her men.

"Elsa?" Thaw whispered in shock. "How did you find me!"

Elsa didn't answer, however. Instead, she was staring in shock at Queen Agni, who was looking back at her. "Hello, Elsa," The Queen of Arcturus said casually. Her demeanor as a kind and well-meaning woman was nowhere to be found.

Elsa's eyes widened in shock and horror as realization sunk in. "Agni. . ." She whispered. Pointing a shaking finger at Agni, she stuttered, "You. . . you're. . ."

"The Phoenix?" Agni finished for her, taking a step forward. A dark grin disfigured her beautiful face.

Elsa, after getting over the initial shock, took a deep breath and straightened up, regaining her composure.

"How does it feel, Elsa?" Agni asked, stepping in front of Thaw. "To be in constant fear of a threat that may ruin your kingdom, only to find out that that threat was right under your nose the whole time?"

Elsa didn't respond. She only glared at the evil Queen, her fists clenched.

Finally, she spoke. "Where is Anna and Kristoff?" She asked, a threatening tone in her voice.

"Who knows," Agni asked, folding her arms. "I thought I killed them, but I couldn't find their bodies. Maybe they're out in the forest, lost. Or perhaps they're already back in the kingdom, only to find you've abandoned them once more."

Elsa gritted her teeth, her eyes darkening. "The kingdom will find out it's you," She threatened. "They'll know you're the Phoenix."

Agni grinned. "That's why I had your navy destroyed," She sneered at the Queen. "Thaw's idea to send the navy out to search for me was all my doing. Now, my fire bird had wiped out that pathetic fleet of yours, and mine is on its way to Arendelle as we speak."

Elsa's eyes widened in horror. "No," She choked out. She narrowed her eyes once more and said, "I will stop you!"

Agni seemed amused by Elsa's vow. "Then prove it," She challenged the Snow Queen. "I'm giving you a chance to save everything you treasure."

Elsa was intrigued. "What is that?" She asked.

"A duel," Agni explained. "Let's you and me battle, right out here. If you can kill me, my men will leave your kingdom alone forever." She paused, then added, "But if I win, and you die, then everything and everyone in this kingdom belongs to me."

For a moment, Elsa looked uncertain. She stared at the Fire Queen, and she wondered if she actually stood a chance of winning. However, as she stared at Thaw, and saw how frightened the young princess looked, she realized that the only way she could save her kingdom was by agreeing to Agni's deal.

"Alright," Elsa said, nodding her head slowly. "I accept your deal, Phoenix."


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