Guardian of the Nexus

by ButterflyMiko

Our world and the worlds of Fantasy can only exist together because of the Guardian of the Nexus. This person holds the Book of Grimm and uses the power of Fairy Tales to guide humans on the right path. That person was 12 year old Elaine Shallott's father. And he is now dead, and the task falls to her. But even with Jack Frost by her side, the Tales begin to unravel...

13. Shy

"And we'll be waiting." Kuri said grimly, then brightened. "You ok, Freezer Pop?"

Jack glared. "It's Jack! Not Freezer Pop!"

Kuri stepped forward. Jack stepped back into the air. "God you're cute."

Jack blushed. "So…who are you?"

Kuri smiled. "I'm Kuri. You blush blue, Y'know."

"I-I do?!" Jack exclaimed.

Kuri stepped closer, and Jack rose higher. "Jack…don't be afraid. I won't hurt you."

"How do I know you won't?" Jack asked.

Kuri backed up a little. "There was a barrier here, right? Protected by your tree." Kuri reached out. "It let me in, Jack. Twiner trusts me."

Jack pouted a little and landed.

"Don't be scared." Kuri said. "You came here too. From out there—" she pointed up at the sky— "the world." Her hand touched his chest, and he pulled away. "Jack. I need to find my way back. I need you. A guardian."