Elsa had exited the dungeon cell and was quietly talking to Captain Tiberius about where this mysterious New Callette was and why they have never heard of it.
"Your majesty, if I may, I can take a few of these coins and show them to the merchants, perhaps they know more."
The queen nodded approval.
Tiberius gathered the coins and directed a few guards to protect the queen in his absence before leaving. Elsa still had some questions and entered the cell again.
"What happened in the forest?"
James looked back at the queen. "I was cornered by two men that wanted my sword, they must have wanted it badly since they tracked me for two days. I would have been able to fight them off but I did not see the third until it was too late and I accidentally ignited the fire as they were about to strike me down."
"What do you mean? How did you set the fire?"
"I'll show you if I can have my gloves back."
Once James got his gloves back he started to rub his hands together causing the cell to get warmer. Then, he snapped his fingers and a ball of orange flame danced to life in his hand. In the light, Elsa noticed his eyes matched the sapphire on his sword; the color in his eyes tainted only by sadness and a fear she knew all too well.
As quickly as it flashed to life, the flame was extinguished and James quickly slipped his gloves on and tucked his hands back into himself.
"You can't control it, can you?"
"That's not one I have heard yet, usually people call me a monster and try to kill me. How can you tell that I can't control it?"
Elsa summoned a snowflake into her palm. "I have a bit of experience with this sort of thing."
James remained silent and continued to stare as the queen dissipated her snowflake.
"What's wrong?" She asked.
"I guess I am just shocked, all of my life I thought I was the only one with this kind of power. I finally have some hope to gain control- That is, if you are willing to help me. I would pay any price just for that."
"There is no need for that, and while I can not help you directly, I know some who can."
James slowly rose to his feet, making sure he was steady.
"You have no reason to be helping me like this, why?"
"I am helping you because, when I look into your eyes, I see what I used to be."
Elsa and James arrived in a valley with geothermal vents dotting the floor. James helped the queen dismount her horse's side saddle and earned an approving smile.
"Where are we going?" He asked.
"We are seeking help from some people I have known since I was a little girl. If they don't know anything about your power, no one does."
They stopped in a clearing littered with many small boulders. James gave a start when he saw one rolling for him and dodged. But the rock stopped short of where he was and unfurled into a rock troll, barely taller than his knees. The other rocks followed the lead and revealed themselves as well.
"Your majesty," the elder troll greeted the queen, "I am very pleased to be meeting you again. How may I be of assistance?"
Elsa motioned over to James who seemed completely out of his element amongst the army of curious trolls.
"He has magic similar to mine but with fire. He has been looking for a way to control it."
The elder motioned for James to come over.
"Please, kneel down and remove your glove."
James offered a shaky hand but balked at the last second.
"Don't worry, you can't hurt me for I am made of stone."
This time, James connected with the troll's rocky grip.
"Oh my. So much grief for a young prince as yourself. To gain control, you must confront-"
James released his grip and started walking away, the air was very hot around him. Elsa started to follow but was stopped by the elder troll.
"Leave him be for now, I saw more than he would have liked. Unfortunately, the burden has fallen to you to help him control the fire inside of him."
"What do you mean?"
"He has fire in his heart, but, unlike Anna whose heart burns bright and vivaciously, his heart smolders slow and steady. He loves and cares the same but takes his time and can be a bit shy. Show him kindness and he will open up to you on his own."
Elsa had never gotten used to the elder troll's cryptic messages but she knew she would figure it out when the time came.
"Woah woah woah, watch out, bud."
"Man down! Man down!"
Everyone turned their attention to the cacophony of panicked shouts and found James on the ground, unconscious.
