A new series of one-shots I'm creating set at different points in the frozen universe. This will start with Valentine's Day.

I'm also looking for a beta-reader. So, if you feel like you would like to help beta-read my fics, do let me know. I'll appreciate any help I could get. Without further ado,

Enjoy…

Elsa leaned against a balcony overlooking the Kingdom of Arendelle. The sparkling blue waters of the fjord were calm, and the Queen gazed at the sunset over the horizon. The day was almost over. Yet there was no sign of Anna. The princess in question had been out on a date with Kristoff since that afternoon for Valentine's day. Even though Anna had told her that she would be out for dinner, Elsa could not help but worry about her sister's whereabouts. She'll be back soon. Elsa convinced herself as she gazed upon the Kingdom. That day was the first Valentine's day for the sisters after the great thaw. Elsa had been hoping that they could have spent the day together. And she couldn't deny that she was at least a little bit disappointed when Anna announced that she would be going on a date with Kristoff. The two of them are probably enjoying their time alone with each other. Elsa mused as she went back indoors.

The Queen entered the dining hall. A long dining table was situated in the centre of the hall adorned with a grand table cloth. A single set of plate and cutlery were placed at the head of the table. Elsa scoffed at the ridiculousness of it. A table meant for 20 at which she would be dining alone. Anna was probably enjoying a great meal with Kristoff in a fancy restaurant. Why did she have to eat in such a miserable place? Elsa contemplated her situation when suddenly an alternative occurred to her. Of course, it's so simple. Elsa left the dining hall and went down another passage.

If you have been inside a castle, you would know that Royalty do not usually interact with their servants. This goes both ways. Royalty dress very differently from staff, they behave in a more refined manner and they like to talk about different things. Clearly this makes Royalty and servants incompatible with each other. In Arendelle castle though, the situation was a bit different. For one, there were far fewer staff than normal and they all had one meal time at which they would dine. Having spent 13 years working together in the castle, the staff were well acquainted with each other and with the Royalty. So as Elsa headed towards the servant's dining hall, she could not understand why she had not thought of it before.

The chatter in the dining hall immediately died down when the Queen entered and was instead replaced by a tense silence. As though they suddenly realised whose presence they were in, the servants all rose to their feet and bowed or curtseyed. Elsa gave a polite nod and raised her hands to assuage them. "I'm sorry to intrude. Please, be at ease. And do take a seat."

The staff reluctantly took a seat and looked expectantly at Elsa. "Some of you have been serving our family for over 13 years. Some more than I can remember," Elsa said bemusedly as she looked over at Kai who smiled back at her. "You are all like family to me and my sister so—," Elsa continued in a courteous manner, "may I join you for dinner?"

The staff were all surprised to say the least. But barely a moment passed before chatter broke out once again as they gladly invited the Queen to join them. Elsa smiled and breathed a sigh of relief as she moved over to an empty seat next to Kai at the head of the table. The anxiety soon left the room and the staff continued on with their separate conversations. The chef brought over a plate of dinner for Elsa, for which she thanked him. Kai leaned over to speak to Elsa.

"That was quite the speech there, your Majesty."

"Oh please," Elsa smiled pleasantly as she waved off the compliment. She enjoyed the scrumptious food which somehow tasted better than usual. Elsa soon became engaged in the conversations around her. Of particular interest were the tales of a man named Jonas, seated on her left. He was recounting his journeys to the North while those around him listened on with wide-eyed interest. The Queen felt herself relax and was soon lost in the moment. However, the moment did not last long as a furious Gerda entered the dining hall.

"You oafs, how could you be enjoying a meal so casually when Her Majesty has not turned up for dinner," she fumed, "I searched everywhere for her, the library, the study, her bedroom…"

Gerda trailed off when she saw Elsa looking back at her in amusement over the rim of her wine glass.

"Your Majesty…"

She set her glass down. "Do join us Gerda, we were missing you," Elsa said warmly. Gerda fumbled for a while before settling down and taking a seat at the table. The pleasant environment in the hall once again returned. "Did you know that Jonas here has seen a polar bear before?" Elsa asked curiously.

"There are no polar bears in this land, your Majesty." Gerda deadpanned as she served herself some dinner.

"Ay that may be true," Jonas chimed in, "but have you been 78 degrees north to the archipelago of Svalbard? I assure you the polar bears you will find there are truly magnificent."

And so, the night continued in a similar fashion as everyone enjoyed a good meal and each other's company. Elsa revelled in the moment and was a bit sad when it came to an end. Anna would be arriving soon, and Elsa wanted to be there to greet her. As she excused herself, the staff expressed their gratitude—

"Thanks for your company, your Majesty."

"It was great of you to join us."

Elsa smiled earnestly and bade them goodbye. She made her way to the entrance hall to meet Anna. Elsa felt that dining with the castle staff had been a good change of pace. Sure, beats eating alone. She thought bitterly. Elsa reached just in time to find Anna entering the courtyard with Kristoff. She noticed that Anna looked so happy and her own smile grew just by seeing her. However, it soon vanished and was replaced by a frown when she caught Anna and Kristoff share a kiss before parting ways.

Princess Anna crossed the courtyard and was surprised to see a very displeased Elsa waiting for her. Elsa had crossed her arms and was wearing a frown while leaning against the doorway to the castle.

"H-hey Elsa…" Anna quavered, "I'm so sorry I'm late. I lost track of time. I meant to come back as soon as possible."

"Don't worry," Elsa said dangerously, "it's not your fault."

Anna began to fear for Kristoff now. But hey, someone's got to take the fall. "D-Did you see us just now?" Anna stammered.

"Yes," Elsa replied coolly, "it looked like you were really enjoying your date."

Anna blushed and looked down.

"Did you enjoy your date?"

"Yes" Anna croaked.

The Queen put on a genuine smile and teased softly, "as long as you're happy, I'm happy."

"I'm really sorry for leaving you like that, Elsa."

"It's alright Anna. We still have the rest of the day to spend together."

"I won't leave your side for a second."

Elsa smiled fondly. "You already do that, every single day."

"But today is different."

"It is, isn't it." Elsa mused, thinking back to a Valentine's day not too long ago.

That night found the two sisters seated in the library next to the fireplace. Both of them on an armchair leaning against each other.

"So, let me get this straight. You walked into the staff's dining hall all Queenly and all. And asked to join them? I don't believe it the regal and poised Queen Elsa doing something not proper. Gerda would have been appalled."

"You should have seen her face when I invited her to join us," Elsa laughed.

"No way." Anna snickered.

The sisters quietened down after a while and a comfortable silence overtook the library. They had intended to read a book together but now their books lay forgotten beside them. Anna was resting her head in the crook of Elsa's neck and Elsa had protectively wrapped an arm around her, holding her close. The sisters grew lost in the moment.

"Hey Elsa…" Anna briefly interrupted.

"Yea…"

"You'll always be my Valentine. My number one — no matter where I am, who I'm with or how far I go."

Elsa's eyes grew misty and she responded in a voice soft with affection, "and you'll be my Valentine, my sweet little sister — always and forever."

The sisters smiled as they snuggled into each other. The duo remained that way for the rest of the night. Each blessed by the presence of the other in their lives. Safe in the knowledge that they would always be together. Forever and ever.

Fin

Hope you liked that one-shot. Do favourite this fic and feel free to leave a review. Stay tuned for more. Also do pm me if you wish to be my beta-reader. Thanks.

~FrozenSolace