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It was three weeks after the wedding and Elsa was back at the castle for Friday night charades and some other games. She would stay overnight and they would all leave for Ahtohallan in the morning.

Anna, had organised the ship for them, though they would drop Kristoff, Olaf and Sven off at the beach where Anna Elsa were reunited and where Kristoff finally proposed to Anna. This was because Elsa had said that at this stage, only Anna could come to Ahtohallan at this time.

Elsa also had some revelations she had learned from the past six months that she wanted to inform Anna of, but thought that it be best to wait until they were alone as Kristoff might not take the information the right way. In fact, she wasn't sure how Anna would take it. But she knew Anna needed to know and was amazed how Anna had grown so much since becoming Queen of Arendelle.

She could also sense that Anna loved being Queen and that she was born for that role. It wasn't that Elsa missed being Queen, she did and she did enjoy being Queen, however, she realised she now had a higher calling as the Fifth Spirit and her new role was so much more fulfilling for her.

Elsa treasured her time with her sister and enjoyed her trips back to Arendelle immensely. The population still loved her too and still treated her like she was the still the Queen. Things had changed so much since that first night when her powers were revealed and there was so much fear in both Elsa and the people of Arendelle. Now however, they loved her powers and the fact that she used her powers to maintain the frosted roofs, spirals and the exquisite rosemaling ice sculptures on and around the castle.

It gave Arendelle its unique look and its atmosphere of a place of wonder and fulfilment. In many ways Elsa and Anna ruled together, one helping the other and bringing happiness and contentment to the kingdom and its inhabitants.

The sun rose on the Saturday of the journey bright and warm signalling another beautiful day for the kingdom. The Arendelle royal ship was manned with the most experienced sailors in Arendelle, though somehow, because of Elsa being on board, they felt this would be a very easy sea journey. Elsa, Anna, Kristoff Olaf and Sven were on the docks waiting to board with General Mattias and the Royal Guard.

"Now you're in charge while I'm away General Mattias,' said Anna, "I should only be away about a week, right Elsa?"

"Yes, about a week," answered Elsa.

"Very good Your Majesty, anything specific you want me to do?" asked Mattias

"No, just look after the people and," a playful smile came onto Anna's face," I imagine you also have some planning to do with Halina, don't you?"

General Mattias chuckled, "Yes, I suppose I do, safe journey Your Majesty, Elsa, I hope you find some more truths"

"Thank you" responded both sisters.

With that they boarded the ship, the gang plank was lifted and the journey got on its way. Elsa closed her eyes and Gale responded.

"Hi Gale," said Elsa, "can we have a nice steady breeze for our journey?"

Gale playfully blew around the main sails before filling them with a nice steady breeze that propelled the ship at about 12 knots.

"Thank you, Gale," said Anna, "so we are on my way."

She cuddled into Kristoff, wearing the same outfit as she did last time they went to the Enchanted Forest, though the Royal Crest was now embroidered on it.

"You know," said Olaf, "I've never been on a sea journey before, who's up for some trivia?"

"Maybe later, Olaf," responded Elsa politely, "Let's just enjoy the sea for a while."

"Okay" came the response from Olaf.

The ship headed north towards Northuldra; its wake sparkled in the morning light as Gale's breeze propelled along. Elsa watched as her old home slipped away to the horizon then walked to the bow. She always felt a sense of melancholy when she left Arendelle, she had many happy memories from there. Anna had been watching too with Kristoff, then gave him a quick kiss and walked up to Elsa.

"Penny for your thoughts?" she asked.

"Oh, yes," responded Elsa, "as much as I love my new life, I will always feel a little sad when I leave Arendelle."

"I can understand that, I must admit, despite all those years we were locked up and separated, I never imagined leaving home, even if you know who was genuine, I would have preferred to live in Arendelle than anywhere else."

Elsa smiled at Anna, "Until the voice and Ahtohallan, I felt the same way, except for of course when I ran away and built my Ice Palace. I didn't really want to leave, but I didn't want to hurt anyone."

"I know Elsa, you always put the kingdom first, that's why you were a great Queen and an even better Fifth Spirit."

Elsa smiled even more, "what did I do to deserve such a wonderful sister," and then embraced Anna in a warm hug.

The day passed slowly, Olaf got his wish and started trading trivia with all the others and got everyone laughing and they even continued a few other games to pass the time. The chef on the ship made them lunch and dinner which of course included some chocolate.

"You know," Elsa said grinning, "I also come to Arendelle just for some chocolate as well."

An hour after dinner, the captain approached Anna. "Your Majesty, we are approaching the cove near the entrance of the Enchanted Forest, this is where Prince Kristoff, Olaf and Sven will be departing with some of the crew."

"Thank you, captain, prepare the boat for them."

"Very well"

Anna approached Kristoff, "Well, I guess I'll see you in a few days."

"Guess you will," responded Kristoff, "hope you find some interesting memories in Ahtohallan, maybe some of those ones that were changed by Pabbie"

"That is one thing I am hoping for, love you very much," she said as she embraced him and kissed

"Love you too," responded Kristoff.

Anna knew that her memories of the past had been changed by Pabbie on the request of her father, Elsa had explained to her what really happened the night they were separated and why. Unfortunately, Pabbie couldn't reverse it and as best as her sister tried to fill her in, it was difficult to comprehend what had really happened and what she her memory told her what had happened.

"Olaf," said Anna, "now you look after my husband, won't you?"

"I'll take good care of him, don't you worry Anna, besides I'm sure Brunei will help."

Elsa had walked over towards the boat now and she leaned down to Olaf, "warm hugs? She asked.

"Definitely,' said Olaf as he embraced the two sisters.

"You take care Kristoff; I'll take good care of her."

"I know you will." He replied.

The boat was then lowered into the water, then Sven, who both Anna an Elsa said goodbye to as well, was lowered into the long boat and the crew began rowing towards the shore while Anna and Elsa waved goodbye. They suddenly noticed that Honeymaren and her brother Ryder were on the beach ready to welcome Kristoff, Sven and Olaf.

The sisters waved at them to and got an enthusiastic wave back as they watched the boat reach the shore.

Anna then turned to Captain and said "Okay captain let's continue to Ahtohallan."

"Very good Your Majesty."

Once again, Gale swelled the ships sails and they continued the journey.

Anna approached Elsa, "I imagine we'll get to Ahtohallan by morning."

"Yes, we will," responded Elsa, "but Anna before we get there, I need to tell you a few things."

"Okay, what do you have to tell me?"

Elsa than got a concerned look on her face, "let's go to our cabin, I would rather tell you in private."

"Okay,' responded Anna, "should I be worried?"

"Maybe," responded Elsa.