A week later, Anna still couldn't understand how she could have been so blind. It had always been right in front of her nose. The Ice Queen's mask hadn't been that large, and even without it, she should have at least recognized Elsa's hair. Sure, Elsa always braided it, but it was the same colour. She wasn't used to seeing her sister without glasses, but she should have seen the similarity nonetheless. Although, I'm pretty sure they weren't exactly the same shade. Could she have used coloured lenses? And her voice had been different too.

Still, I should have known. She remembered with embarrassment, the day she had thought the Ice Queen was confessing her feelings. She had been so sure of what was coming that she had kissed her before the Ice Queen could finish her sentence. She would have told me. I would have been angry, sure, but at least I wouldn't have made out with my sister.

She still couldn't understand why Elsa just hadn't pushed her away and told her immediately. Elsa shouldn't have liked it, knowing who she was kissing. I mean, I couldn't know. There was no way I could know it wasn't a good thing to do. I liked it, because I didn't know. But she knew.

And then, she had tried telling Anna it wasn't possible, and Anna had pushed and pushed again. Goddammit, why couldn't I just listen to her? Now my sister really has the hots for me. What the fuck did I do?

In the last few days, she had often wondered why she hadn't felt as if something was wrong. If two siblings who had been separated at birth ended up kissing, would they think that something wasn't right? Is it bad that I liked it, even though I didn't know? The kissing was bad on its own, but the way she had stared at her and touched her was even worse. The jacuzzi evening came back into her mind and she felt sick just remembering how hot it had been. I… I even touched her … No! I can't think about that!

But now, she understood why the Ice Queen always stopped her before it got too hot. She tried to erase from her mind the way she had fondled Elsa's breasts and how good she had looked in her bikini. But, it wasn't something her brain could do.

Her right hand went to her left wrist by reflex to play with her ice bracelet, but she remembered that she had taken it off. She hadn't destroyed, it because it was all she had left of the Ice Queen. However, she couldn't continue wearing it, knowing the truth. It was deeply saddening to know that the woman she had grown to love didn't exist. Somehow, it was as if she had actually been killed or something. One day, she had existed, with all her secrets and mysteries, and the next... she had vanished. In a way, it was even worse, because she had taken all the wonderful memories with her. Everything had been fake.

What would Kris say if he knew who I left him for? Not that she wouldn't have left him. It was a thing she should have done a long time ago. But still, she couldn't even imagine his reactions if he learned the truth.

Does the Red Mane know? No, even if Elsa enjoyed that, she must have realized that nobody could know. Then, she remembered how the Ice Queen had made her promise that she wouldn't tell the Red Mane. Back then, I found it a bit weird. I even wondered if she might already have a girlfriend and wanted to hide it. I understand now…

The worst part was that Anna missed her. Them, actually. She knew it would never be the same with both Elsa and the Ice Queen, but she missed her sister, and she missed her secret lover. She knew she just had to call her and Elsa would answer, but she didn't want to. And as for the Ice Queen, well… what was the point anyway?

It made her wonder if Elsa would agree to continue her affair with the Ice Queen if she asked her to. It was out of the question of course, but, after all, Elsa had already given in before, so was she still secretly desiring her? Anna couldn't understand how Elsa could have enjoyed it knowing who she was. But, if there was one thing Anna had never doubted, it was that the Ice Queen was completely into her. And Elsa herself had admitted it when she had confronted her last week after discovering the truth. At least she didn't lie to me that time.

It was extremely weird to know that her sister desired her. Fuck, I slept in her bed, stripped in front of her, and even took a shower right before her eyes. God, I even got out naked and walked right past her with nothing but a towel to hide my front. How are we going to get past that once I stop being mad at her? I'll always wonder if she's checking me out or if she wants to kiss me. She had occasionally had friends who were into her, and it had been ok. But her own sister? Weird.

She was still angry. Why didn't she tell me about her powers before? She could somehow begin to understand why she had kept the truth once Anna had kissed her. Even if it was awful, maybe she had liked it and realized it wouldn't happen if Anna knew the truth. But why didn't she tell me before? Anna had always believed that they knew everything about each other. She didn't know for how long Elsa had hidden it from her, but she couldn't help but think that their entire childhood had been a lie too. Did our parents know?

She was still painfully thinking about her sister's lies when she received a text from her.

Hi Anna. Did you remember to go and vote today?

Today was the election day, and Anna had voted for Mr. Westergaard as soon as possible. The results were supposed to arrive later today.

Yes she simply replied.

Alright. Are you ok?

Anna sighed. She was still angry, and she wanted Elsa to know that, but she had agreed to keep Elsa informed. To be honest, her sister's plea last week had completely devastated her. She had looked and sounded so scared and desperate that Anna had yielded. Just thinking about it brought tears to her eyes.

Yes, I'm fine.

Good. Have a good day then.

Anna waited for a while before sending her another text. After all, she had questions, and she craved answers.

When did you get your powers?

At puberty. I didn't understand them at first.

Why didn't you tell me? Anna asked again.

Can you call me? It would be easier than texting.

Anna sighed. She needed answers. She dialled her sister's number and Elsa picked up immediately.

"Hi Anna." Elsa said, and Anna could hear a certain edginess in her voice.

"Hi Elsa." she answered. It was really weird. They hadn't spoken in a week, and Anna was actually kinda happy to hear her voice.

"So… you had questions?" Elsa asked carefully, and Anna wanted to tell her to stop acting strange, to get back to the old Elsa she knew. She really hoped the real Elsa wasn't that different from the nerdy, shy, but very endearing girl she had always loved.

"Yes… I just can't understand why you kept it a secret. Especially if it happened when you were a kid."

"I know… I wanted to at first. But then, I realized it was something dangerous. I had to keep it a secret. I couldn't let anyone know because I didn't want to end up being probed and experimented upon."

"But… I would never have betrayed you! How could you believe I would have snitched on something this important?" Anna asked, hurt. She couldn't believe Elsa didn't trust her.

"No! That's not what I meant. I know you would have kept it a secret too. What I mean is… this was really a huge burden, and I didn't want to share it with you. It really changed my life. My powers are the reason why I am the way I am."

"What do you mean?"

"I may appear to be in full control of my powers now, but it wasn't the case before I became the Ice Queen. I lived in constant fear of hurting someone, of hurting you. That's why I've always been so… so shut off. I couldn't let anyone get close to me. It turned me into… into this whole mess."

"Elsa..." Anna said, and she wanted to comfort her. "I… I would have helped you. I wish you would have told me..."

"I know. Maybe I made a mistake. Still, even today, I'm convinced it was the right choice at that time. What I regret is… I should have told you when I became the Ice Queen."

"How did you even go from keeping this a secret from your own sister to becoming a superhero?"

"I was careless one evening, and came back from work late. I … I was assaulted not far from my flat."

Worry flared up in Anna's chest. What did she mean by assaulted?

"What?! What happened? Don't tell me..."

"The Red Mane came to my rescue before anything could happen. But I defended myself too and she saw me using my powers. They weren't nearly as impressive as they are now, but still…"

"So the Red Mane has known your identity for months?" I didn't know, but others did? Worry was suddenly replaced by jealousy and anger.

"Yes. And she told me I wasn't the only one out there with powers. That she knew others. She asked me to join her, and I ended up agreeing."

"Why?" Anna asked.

"I… I tried to convince myself it was to help people. To make the city a safer and better place. To keep you safe and make your life happier. But honestly, I wanted to change. A part of me hated what my powers had turned me into. I wanted to be… normal. I wanted to show the world who I was and to embrace it. To stop being the shy girl who keeps to herself and has no friends."

"Elsa… you knew I was here for you."

"Yes, but… being the Ice Queen is so empowering. When I put on her mask, I become this powerful woman who people are looking up to. Kids love me, people cheer for me, and I can be myself. I have to play a part, true, but sometimes I don't really know who the real me is. I don't have to be nervous or feel awkward. I can do whatever I want and use my powers..."

"I… I see." Anna answered. She was unsure of what to say, and she knew it would take her some time to get over all of this. "But… this is dangerous." she added. Despite being angry about the lies, and freaked out about the incestuous things they had done, she had also spent the whole week being worried about the danger her sister was putting herself into.

"I know."

"Did… did you really almost die the day I confessed to the Ice Queen?" Anna asked. It was much easier to talk about the Ice Queen in third person, especially when it involved the relationship they had shared.

"Yes."

"Fuck Elsa… you can't continue this if you risk ending up dead."

"You told me I couldn't stop being a hero just because people want me safe."

"I… I told you this… well, I told the Ice Queen this because I didn't know it was you!" Anna answered.

"I know, but it was true nonetheless. I can't let fear stop me. The Red Mane is counting on me, and a whole lot of other people too."

"I…" I can't lose you. But she was still angry, and couldn't say that. "Just… be safe, ok?"

"Yes, I've been much more cautious since that day. I think I was acting a bit reckless because I thought I was too powerful to get into trouble. But we ended up meeting dangerous people, and now I'm careful. Besides, we've got allies now."

They spent a good deal of time talking about what had happened in the last few weeks, and Anna learned about the secret order and their plans about the Fangs. She also learned that Kris had become involved in all this, and wasn't really thrilled about that either.

"He doesn't have powers, so please keep an eye on him, ok?" she asked.

"I will. Already have, to be honest."

"Oh. Yeah, you did save him once."

"Yes. So… do you understand a bit more now?" Elsa asked, and Anna sighed again.

"I… I guess. I still think you should have told me as soon as you discovered your powers but… I guess it's too late to do anything about that now. Just… please be careful, ok?"

"Yes." Elsa simply replied.

"Ok then..."

"It was nice talking to you, Anna. I hope we'll see each other soon."

"Yeah… I…. we'll see about that. See you."

"Bye Anna."

The redhead hung up and sat for a while, trying to take everything in. She missed her sister, and she had enjoyed being able to talk to her. Honestly, she wanted to hug her right now. Maybe she wasn't feeling that angry anymore. There was still a huge issue though, and she wasn't ready to talk about it. So, she went back to texting.

Do you still desire me?

I wish I could say no, but I told you I wouldn't ever lie to you again. So… yes.

Anna wondered if sometimes it wouldn't be better to just lie. How were they going to go over this?

Why? I mean, how?

I've always thought you were a beautiful girl. But now… it's not like it used to be anymore. I find you cute, I feel butterflies in my stomach whenever you smile. I can't help looking at your body and finding you hot. I want to kiss your lips. I want to hug you and touch you. My eyes constantly betray me whenever you show a bit of cleavage, and I can't help but take glances at your back when you walk in front of me.

Anna's cheek flared up as she read the text. Yeah, maybe a few lies wouldn't hurt from time to time. This was so weird.

I know how awful it is, but you asked for the truth. You've completely charmed me.

Anna gulped and tried to find some sort of an answer, but she couldn't.

But I will do everything I can to make these feelings disappear, I swear.

I guess I can't totally blame you. I mean, I clearly thought the Ice Queen was super hot too. When did you change like...that?

It was the Red Mane's idea to have me wear a rather skimpy outfit as the Ice Queen. Said nobody would recognize me. And I guess the training she put me through helped.

Anna suddenly remembered the day they had gone shopping. She had stared at her sister's butt in tight jeans, thinking it was somebody else. It was really weird knowing her sister was the hot and sexy Ice Queen. The picture of her in a small revealing bikini walking towards the jacuzzi with her platinum hair flowing around her was imprinted in her mind. She had never witnessed something that sexy before in her whole life.

We just need to get back to what we felt before. Anna texted. You know, the thing that happens between siblings and make you not feel anything sexually related, however hot he or she is? I'm sure we'll get back to that soon.

I hope so.

Anna waited for a while, but stopped the conversation there. It was really awkward, and she expected it would never feel right to talk about it with her sister. But she was confident they could get through this. After all, in the last few months, she had been utterly smitten by the Ice Queen, but she had never felt anything weird for her sister when she had known who she was, even when they had slept in the same bed or seen each other in awkward situations. So the "siblings anti-sexual feelings barrier", as she had no other word to describe it, was clearly up and working in her case. She just had to mend Elsa's, and everything would get back to normal.

Notes : Thanks again for the many reviews! Be careful though, I'm gonna get used to it :p
I'm going on vacation next Saturday for two weeks, so I'm not sure how I'm going to update the story during the next three weeks. I think I'll find some time to write, but I'm not sure I'll always have wifi, so don't freak out if you don't get a chapter on a Sunday ^^
I'll try to make it work, but I can't be absolutely sure!