(A/N Here is the next chapter y'all. From this point the story will move a lot more quickly. This chapter is much shorter than the others, I am in the midst of finals week and so super busy. I still wanted to make sure to get something up though. Hope y'all enjoy!)

Alex's POV

The rest of August passed quickly for Alex and his new friends. Before they knew it, September, meaning the beginning of the semester, was upon them. Alex was nervous, as it was a new school, but felt comfort in knowing his new friends would help him when he needed it.

Alex had registered for classes before he had moved from Oregon. He found out that he had a business seminar for seniors with Elsa, Eugene, Kristoff, and Konrad. Coming from a different university, there were some requirements that Alex hadn't met so he also found himself in an advanced accounting course with Anna. Wrapping up his semester Alex was also in a finance course with Kristoff, and a marketing course with Eugene and Konrad. Alex was surprised, happily so, to find he had at least one friend in each of his classes this semester. It would certainly make for an easy transition into a new school.

After a few weeks of hanging out with the group and not doing much of anything productive, waking up for class the first Monday morning in September was not the easiest task in the world. On Mondays and Wednesdays Alex had his marketing, finance, and accounting classes. Leaving his seminar class for Tuesdays and Thursdays. He was ecstatic to have no class on Fridays.

As his alarm went off Alex contemplated ignoring it, but in the end he got up and shut it off. He made his way to the bathroom to brush his teeth and take a quick shower. After washing up he threw on a pair of jeans and t-shirt. He figured that for the first few days he should make some kind of an effort to look nice for his classes, as he would be meeting his professors and classmates for the first time. After getting dressed and packing his bag for the day, Alex made his way to the kitchen. He found his roommates sitting around the table eating breakfast.

Alex laughed at the sight of Eugene seemingly sleeping while holding a spoonful of cereal above his bowl, "Looks like someone stayed up too late last night."

Eugene cracked his eyes open, "Hardly, I just am not used to getting up at an ungodly hour such as this."

Konrad snorted at this, "Flynn, it is eight thirty in the morning. It is not that early."

"Considering that I spent the last four weeks not waking up until ten or eleven, this is way too early for me."

The guys all laughed at this point knowing what he was saying was true. If not necessary, Eugene would never get up earlier than he had to. After breakfast Alex grabbed his bag and walked out the door with Eugene and Konrad making their way to the first class of the day.

The first few weeks of class went well for Alex and his friends. Alex was able to make a quick and easy transition into his classes and his new school. Though they had been busy with the start of the semester, Elsa and Alex made sure to spend one on one time together. Often that was studying, but they also made sure to relax, whether it be running, playing video games, or hanging out with their friends.

It was during one of these times that Elsa once again surprised Alex. They were sitting on his bed, Elsa in front of Alex with his arms around her, as she was playing his PlayStation with the other guys. She pulled the headset off and muted the mic, while she continued to play, "Hey babe, wanna help me with something?"

Alex responded, as he watched her and Konrad continue to pull away in the basketball game they were playing, "Absolutely Els, what's up?"

"So as much as I love playing while in your arms, I was thinking its about time that I get up own set up so we can actually play together. Thought that maybe you could help me go buy it all, still not sure what exactly I am looking for."

Alex hugged her from behind as he spoke, "I'd be happy to help. That's a great idea. When were you thinking of going?"

Elsa, having just finished the game, turned around, "Maybe this weekend? I don't have too much work to do."

"Sounds good to me," Alex smiled as he leaned in to kiss Elsa and soon all thoughts of videogames and school work forgotten. The rest of the week passed quickly and on Saturday the couple found themselves at the local electronic store, walking through the TV section.

Alex was carrying the PlayStation box, the headset box, and the games they had picked out as Elsa was looking at the different TVs the store offered. "What are you looking for when it comes to the TV?"

Elsa continued to look as she answered, "Well something not too big, but not too small. One that isn't crazy expensive, but also not one that is really cheap, I want it to last for some time. Make sense?"

Alex couldn't help but chuckle, "Okay goldilocks, I am sure we can find the perfect one."

Alex could see Elsa roll her eyes as she continued to look. In the end they found one that met all of her criteria. They brought everything up to the counter and Elsa paid for her purchases. Her excitement was palpable, "Its not often I treat myself like this, Anna is usually the big shopper in the family, but every now and again its nice."

Alex nodded, he knew what she meant. Ever since he had found out he had a small fortune at his disposal, he had certainly felt much less stressed about money, but still lived much as he had before. "So I know you're excited but I was thinking as long as we are just down the street that we would go see Cornelius and grab some lunch."

Alex grabbed the bags off the counter as Elsa grabbed her receipt, "That's a great idea. I am feeling hungry and its been a week or so since we saw him."

Ever since the first time they had gone to C's Diner, the couple and by extension their friends, had begun to frequent the establishment. They always debated whether it was for the great food or the stories Cornelius always had about their parents. Alex and Elsa, like his parents, had fallen into their usual order, and it was with that food in front of them, that they were talking about the boys' recreational basketball team.

Elsa spoke as Alex took a bit of his burger, "So you guys sure have been practicing a lot."

Alex nodded and swallowed, "Yeah its been really fun. It's the first time in a long time that I have played solely for the enjoyment of the game. Out first game is next Friday, think you will be able to make it?"

Elsa followed a few fries with a large gulp of their shared milkshake, the gulp being arguably more whipped cream than anything, "I wouldn't miss it for the world. It'll be great being able to see you play with the guys. I went and watched them a few times last year and they were good, but the guy who's place you have taken was a real ass, so it'll be nice not having to watch him anymore."

Alex had overheard the guys talking about this mysterious Hans, but he had never gotten much more than something bad had happened last spring, "You mean their old roommate right? That guy that was dating Anna?"

Alex could swear he saw rage flash through Elsa's eyes, "Yeah that asshole. If I ever see him again it will be too soon."

Alex didn't want to sour the mood anymore so he switched the topic, asking her how her classes were going. They continued to eat, eventually being joined at their table by Cornelius as usual. By the time they had paid and left, Elsa was back in her happy mood. The couple made the quick drive back to the apartments, where Alex set up Elsa's new TV and PlayStation for her.

The next week passed rather quickly, Elsa had been right in saying that playing games with her would be much more fun. Alex had always enjoyed cuddling with her as she had played, but being able to play with her had turned out to be just as fun. Something about her kicking Eugene's ass in any game they played always brought a smile to Alex's face.

Over the last few weeks Alex and the guys had been preparing for their first game in the recreational basketball league they played in. The league was a local one, that had teams over varying ages and abilities, from the few surrounding towns. The league had a three on three, with one substitute, structure. Though it was a recreational league, it usually got very competitive. Starting this week, they would play one game a week through the end of the semester. The league would start back up again after the start of the spring semester.

After practicing for a few weeks, the boys had found that they not only were good on their own, but they had pretty great chemistry. They other guys also found out quickly that Alex had been lying when he said he was alright. He was phenomenal on the basketball court. Konrad, Kristoff, and Eugene were very excited at their chances this year in the league.

Before they knew it, their first game was upon them. The boys were all excited, but also a bit nervous, as one would be before the first game of the season. They had, courtesy of Alex, gotten matching uniforms and shoes. Alex wore the number 18, Kristoff 12, Eugene 24, and Konrad 7.

Elsa's POV

"Elsa! Hurry up or we are going to be late for the boys' game!" Anna yelled at her sister from the living room. Elsa couldn't help but roll her eyes at her sister, she knew they wouldn't be late, the game wasn't for another two hours. Nevertheless, she got up from her bed, putting down the book she was reading.

She walked into her closet to figure out what to wear. In quick order she decided on a pair of dark wash skinny jeans, cuffed above her ankles, a pair of white converse, and white V-neck, and a lavender zip up, North Face hoodie.

After getting dressed she made her way to the living room where naturally Rapunzel was waiting and Anna was no where to be found. As Elsa walked in Rapunzel looked up and spoke, "She is changing for the fifth time. You would think this was her first date with Kris all over again."

Elsa chuckled, all her life Anna had been the one to make them late. She always was the last one ready to go. Elsa sat next to Rapunzel and they waited another fifteen minutes, and two outfit changes for Anna to be ready to go. They finally drug her out the door and down to Elsa's car. They certainly weren't going to be late, but they did want to make sure to get good seats for the boys' first game.

The girls made quick time to the recreation center, where the boys were playing. Elsa swiftly parked her car, locked the doors, and followed Anna and Rapunzel into the center.

Anna was bouncing with excitement as always, "I can't wait to see them play! Especially Kristoff, he is going to be amazing. Not that the others aren't, but you know I have to be biased towards Kris. I wonder who they will be playing. Do you think there will be snacks here? Do you think the boys will want to go for food after? Kris is always sooooo hungry after practice."

Elsa couldn't help but smile at her sister's ramblings. Both her and Rapunzel knew after all these years to just be silent and nod where appropriate. They made their way inside, following the small crowd that was streaming in the doors. Upon their entrance they found that they could indeed get snacks, which Anna was all over.

One the girls had some snacks and drinks, Anna having far too much sugar by Elsa's judgment, they began to once again follow the crowd into the gym. Out of the corner of her eye, Elsa noticed a group of guys wearing basketball gear, she turned to see if it was the guys, but before she could, one bumped into her, hard, causing her to drop her unopened bag of licorice. She reached down to grab her food, as she stood up she saw that Rapunzel and Anna had turned around, both with a hard, angry look in their eyes.

Elsa turned around, any confusion she had at the girls' reactions disappeared immediately as she saw who had run into her.

Alex's POV

The boys had gotten to the rec center well before most anyone. They had wanted to be able to stretch and warm up in relative solitude. They still did not know much about who they were playing. The schedule only noted locations, times, and team numbers for games throughout the season.

As the guys began to warm up, the gym slowly started to fill with spectators. Alex was surprised at the turn out for a local rec league. When it was almost game time, the other team noticeably absent, the stands had almost filled on both sides of the basketball court. Minutes before the game was to begin, Eugene, the team leader, had the four guys huddle up.

"Alright boys, we have practiced hard over the last few weeks. We are good and have great chemistry. If we play our game, do what we practiced, and leave it all out there we will for sure win this."

Eugene's impromptu speech achieved its goal, the team pumped as they broke the huddle. When they all turned around, they noticed the other team had arrived and was waiting at center court. Alex noticed that all three of his friends immediately stiffened at something as they turned.

Before he could figure out what was going on Kristoff had took off towards center court, making a bee line for one of the other players. Said player was shorter than Alex, had dark auburn hair, with long sideburns. He also seemed to sporting a fresh black eye, though Alex wasn't sure if it was a trick of the light or not. If it was indeed a bruise, it was very fresh.

Konrad and Eugene seemed to know more about what was happening as a fraction of a second after Kristoff moved they did too. Konrad caught up to Kristoff and held him back, pulling him to the bench on the side of the court. Eugene went the opposite direction, towards the other team, though much more calmly than Kristoff had begun a moment ago. Though calmer than Kristoff, Eugene certainly wasn't entirely calm by any measure. Alex could see that he and the auburn haired man were having some harsh words. Alex was torn as to whether he should back up Eugene or see is Kristoff was alright.

In the end he figured that Konrad had Kristoff under control, and so he went to see if Eugene needed his help in dealing with whatever the hell was going on. As he made his way to center court, Alex looked over and saw that Elsa, Anna, and Rapunzel had surrounded Kristoff and were helping Konrad calm him down. By the time Alex was getting close to Eugene, he had turned away from the opposing team, and was walking towards Alex.

Alex spoke as he got close, "Everything alright?"

Eugene nodded, "Yeah it should be. That guy I was talking to was the infamous Hans. Now we have even more motivation to beat this team."

Alex still did not know what had transpired between Hans and the others, but if their reactions were any indication it surely wasn't anything good. The pair made their way to the bench to join the others.

Elsa's POV

Elsa was still seething from their run in with Hans. It was the first time since the incident that she had seen him. Had Anna not beaten her to the punch, literally, she would have happily hit the bastard herself. Though she was incredibly angry with having to see Hans, she was more worried about how Anna was handling all of this.

After last spring Anna had gone through some serious depression. Elsa was feeling as if Anna was finally getting past it all. Especially now that she was Kristoff, Anna seemed to be back to her normal self. It seemed that as of now it was Anna who was actually comforting Kristoff, instead of the other way around, as Elsa had been expecting. Elsa could see that Kristoff was balling his fists and clenching his teeth. Anna had her arm around him and was whispering to him. After some time, he seemed to relax. Anna gave him a kiss on his cheek and waved for Elsa to follow her and Rapunzel to their seats. The girls made their way into the bleachers and took their seats. As they did so Elsa turned to her sister, "You doing okay?"

Anna smiled at her, a genuine one at that, "Yeah, it was good to see him in the end. Helped me realized that I am over it and over him. Also felt damn good to punch him. Now I just want to see Kris and the guys kick his ass on the court."

Elsa and Rapunzel laughed at Anna's response. Luckily for her, her wish was granted. The boys easily outplayed Hans and his teammates. While they had an easy time skill wise, Hans and his team were certainly playing dirty. Many elbows were thrown and other blatant fouls occurred throughout the entire game. When the final buzzer had sounded the boys of 3D had beaten Hans's team 64-18.

The girls stood and clapped with the rest of the crowd, it had been a blowout but the boys had put on a really great show. Elsa watched as they made their way to center court to shake hands with the other team. The three other boys on Hans's team were obviously mad about the bad loss, but they had enough decorum to shake hands with Eugene, Alex, Kristoff, and Konrad. Hans however, not surprisingly, stormed of the court and into the adjacent locker room.

Elsa, Anna, and Rapunzel made their way down towards the bench to congratulate the boys. As he came over Elsa walked towards Alex to give him a congratulatory hug and kiss. Once he was close enough, Elsa immediately thought better about the hug and only went in for a quick kiss as she saw how sweaty he was.

Alex grinned at her and waggled his eyebrows with his arms outstretched, "Ah come on babe you know you want to hug me!"

Elsa let out a squeal as Alex reached to hug her, she dashed behind Anna taking cover, "You will not be getting any kind of a hug until you take a shower!"

The whole group laughed at the couple's antics. After the boys packed up their stuff the whole group made their way to the parking lot, all being subjected to Kristoff and Eugene's complaints of starving and how they didn't think they would make it to the car.

(A/N I will be taking a break until after finals end next week. After that I hope to get a chapter up before Christmas. Then after the holidays, chapters should be more frequent again until school starts again at the end of January. Don't forget to review and let me know what y'all think.)