CHAPTER 6

Aunt Primrose never left Anna for the rest of the day. They were talking and talking with each other, whispering with each other then after a while, both of them looked at me, and Anna's face was deep red, I've noticed that.

I was shaking my head as I tried to call and text my dear cousin Rapunzel who chose this day to leave. Ugh. I hate her. Making me deal with her parents alone. Well… with Anna, but that doesn't make it less embarrassing.

"So, have you thought about In-Vitro Fertilization?" Aunt Primrose asked in a nonchalant way.

I choked on my drink as soon as I heard her question. I noticed Anna who was now looking severely embarrassed.

"Well?" Aunt Primrose asked again, clearly impatient. "Who's going to carry the first baby?"

"Oh my god! Aunt Primrose!" I gasped.

"What?" she asked again, looking annoyed at my reaction.

"Well… uhm…" I don't know what to answer. I was completely embarrassed. We haven't even had sex yet and now we're talking about a baby? Oh god, will I survived these?

And besides, we're not supposed to have sex. We're not even a real couple!

"We haven't even talked about it yet, Aunt Primrose. Elsa and I." Anna answered. "Hmmm, we just want to enjoy each other's company first. We're still young anyway." Anna answered, and then she glanced at me. She smiled.

"Okay… But you do think about it right?" Aunt Primrose asked again, her face hopeful. I felt guilty.

"We haven't really talked about it, to be honest." Anna answered again. I mouthed the words 'thank you' to her.

Aunt Primrose looked at me, "Okay. Acceptable. But I'm telling to the both of you that you need to think about this. This is important. Besides, you both are getting married and-"

"Woah!" I stopped her there. "We are not getting married." I said, in a loud voice. Anna looked at me and somehow I saw her eyes looking at me differently.

Aunt Primrose stands up, her eyes glaring at me as she spoke, "What do you mean you are not getting married?!" then she pointed her fingers at me, I felt so little at her gaze. "Both of you are living together. I will not tolerate this kind of arrangement until you two are married!"

My eyes widened in shock. I was speechless. I thought this was a good plan, showing them that Anna and I live together. I didn't expect that my Aunt is very particular with this kind of arrangement. This was all Rapunzel's idea. I clenched my fist. I need to talk to that cousin of mine.

"You do know that marriage is important in our family, Elsa." Then she sits up beside me, and held my hand, "If your parents are alive, they would be disappointed if both of you live together without the sanctity of marriage."

Oh god. This is not the plan.

I took a glance at Anna who was fidgeting on her own seat. I exhaled a deep breath. I think it's time to tell the truth to Aunt Primrose. I don't want to involved Anna in this complicated situation any further.

I nod at Anna, my eyes are sad because I'm going to break my Aunt Primrose's heart by lying all along.

Anna looked at me questionably.

"My dear aunt, there's something you need to know…" I started. "Anna and I are n-"

"Are getting married soon." Anna interrupted me and I stared at her, my eyes widened in shock. My aunt's attention is now directed to Anna as she continued, "Well, it was supposed to be a secret. For now. We didn't really want it to be publicized but… we talked about it, and I'm saying yes. Yes, Elsa. I want to marry you." Then she stands up and walked towards me. "I'm so sorry for telling you that we need more time before we decide to marry." Then she sits beside me, her hands found my own, she stared at me with those turquoise blue eyes and I was lost. "I was just not used to this kind of public announcement and you thought I was scared of marrying you, well, you're wrong Elsa. I love you and I want to marry you as soon as possible."

"Wow!" My aunt gasped.

I was speechless.

Anna was looking at me like she was expecting me to say something. Oh god, what am I going to say?

Because of the lack of reaction on my part, she hugged me. So tightly. Her scent invaded my senses. She smells nice. Like lavender with a mixture of strawberry and something else, I was completely lost.

Then in a barely-there whisper, she said, "Kiss me."

Wait, what?

"Oh."

Anna started leaning into me, my eyes darted towards her lips. Her lips are inches apart from my own. Her eyes were shut now. So my eyes fluttered close too. My heart hammered inside my chest. I am going to kiss Anna. Oh god!

"I'm back!"

Rapunzel's voice echoed thus ruining the moment.

Both of us stand abruptly.

"Rapunzel, you're back!" I exclaimed while I dusted off the imaginary dirt off my pants.

Rapunzel's eyes darted towards me and then to Anna. I swallowed hard. Guilt washed over me. "Okay. What is happening? You both look a bit flushed."

I cleared my throat as I rushed towards her. "Oh before I forgot, I- We- Uhm… I need to talk to you 'Zel about-"

Then Aunt Primrose interrupted me as she exclaimed. "Anna and Elsa are getting married, sweetie. I am so completely overjoyed!"

Rapunzel looked at me, then her lips curved into a smirk, "Oh really?" she teased. I rolled my eyes.

"Now, where is your father? I'll deliver the good news to him. I'm so excited. This will be the wedding of the century!" she gasped in excitement.

"But aunt-"

And then she was gone. She ran off and left the three of us. I exhaled a deep breath.

"So, getting married, huh?" Rapunzel teased again.

I slumped into the couch, "I don't know what to say. It just happened so suddenly."

Anna sat beside me, "You were about to tell the truth, I need to do something so I did what I had to do, Elsa."

I looked at her, embarrassed at the whole situation. "I'm so sorry Anna. I dragged you into this mess."

"I'm here to help you, remember?" She smiled at me. I blushed deeply as I remembered the scene before Rapunzel came in. We were about to kiss. Anna asked me to kiss her! Oh god!

As if she read my mind, I noticed her cheeks reddened too as she lowered her head, avoiding my eyes.

Rapunzel cleared her throat. "I'm still here." She laughed. "You both are just so cute!"

I rolled my eyes. "Stop it 'Zel."

"Okay. So, now you're getting married. Do you want another contract for you to sign? I could do that. Just give me time." she said, her eyes twinkling.

"It's up to Elsa." Anna replied. "I don't mind. Whatever you want Elsa."

I looked at her. My eyebrows furrowed. "Do you really want to marry me?"

"I already told you yes." She said softly.

"Why?"

Anna shifted. "Uhm… I- I just want to help."

My heart clenched painfully. Of course, she just wants to help me. "We can still tell them the truth." I offered.

Anna released an exasperated breath then she turned to face me. "It's up to you Elsa. If you don't want to marry me, it's fine. I just did what I had to do. I offered my help so it's your choice to accept it or not." She said, her voice sounded irritated. Then she stands up, "Excuse me."

She walked away leaving Rapunzel and me confused.

"You need to talk to her." Rapunzel said.

"I don't know what to say." I said weakly.

"Well, you have to do something. She offered her help, you are just so stubborn to accept It." she glared at me.

"I'm doing this for her. I don't want her to- I just- I want her to be happy and marrying me will not make her happy." I admitted.

Rapunzel looked at me, "How do you know that?"

"I just know." I said weakly.

"Elsa." She shook her head. "Just talk to her."

I nod.

Knock Knock Knock-Knock Knock

"Anna." I called from our adjoining doors. "Can we talk?"

I heard movements and within seconds, she opened the door. "Yes, Elsa?"

I looked at her. "I'm sorry if I offended you." I said, my hands clasped together.

"You didn't offend me, Elsa." She said softly, but her eyes were different. She walked towards her room and I followed her.

"Anna."

"Hmmm?"

"I just… I just don't want you to be stuck in this fake relationship. It would be unfair for you." I said. "I'm difficult to be around, I have my own world sometimes. I am not a… wife material." I lowered my head.

"It doesn't have to be real, Elsa. I know that this is just for a show." She said that made my heart clenched painfully. Right! This is just for a show, why am I making a big deal out of this. "Besides, this might be the only way for me to get noticed by certain someone." She added softly. "So, this is also a win-win for me, you know."

I straightened my stance. "What do you mean?"

She smiled at me. "I can make someone jealous."

She wants to make Rapunzel jealous!

"Maybe you could help me?" she said, her eyes twinkling.

"I don't understand."

"Maybe if she saw me with another woman, then I'll be desirable for her." she said, her eyes danced around avoiding my stare.

I breathe deeply. "It is Rapunzel, is it?"

She gave me a crooked smile. "Yes."

As soon as Elsa left my room, I slumped on my bed. I hope I made the right decision. I reached over to my phone and dialed my best friend's number. "It's done, Kristoff." I said weakly. "I hope that this strategy of yours is effective."

"Don't be negative, Anna. Just trust me. It works all the time." He said, laughing.

"I don't know. I'm not even sure if Elsa likes me." I replied.

"Just trust me. The only one who will become jealous will be Elsa. Your original target. She said she's going to help you, right?"

"Well, she did. But what if-"

Kristoff interrupted me. "Anna, it will work. I've already asked the love experts. Just do what I say. This is your only chance to make Elsa fall in love with you, so grab it. You will get your happy ending, Anna. I promise you."

The call ended and I was in deep thought once again. I'm still not sure of this strategy but I trust Kristoff. But the question lingered in my thoughts.

How could I make her jealous if she was helping me to make someone jealous?

I shook my head. This is giving me a massive headache. I really hope Rapunzel will be a willing accomplice even if she doesn't know anything about it.

The next day, we are all having breakfast with Rapunzel's parents and of course, Rapunzel herself. I fought hard not to roll my eyes at my cousin's antics. It's not her fault that Anna likes her. And because I promise Anna to help her, I will help her. Even if…

"Good morning everyone. I'm sorry, I woke up late." Anna said while walking towards me. "Good morning Elsa." She kissed me on my cheeks.

"Good morning." I said, then I cleared my throat for what I was about to say, "I didn't wake you up because I know you're uhmm… tired…" I said, that made the other three froze. I blushed hard at my implication.

Anna laughed lightly. "Well, you drained my energy so-"

Rapunzel laughed hard. "Oh my god!" she exclaimed.

Uncle Thomas laughed lightly, "Am I supposed to be here?" he joked.

Aunt Primrose turned to his husband, "Of course. There's no need to be ashamed of. Soon they're getting married." She looked at us, "We'll talk about your upcoming wedding preparations later, okay? I talked to several wedding planners already."

Anna and I just nodded.

We looked at each other and I just laughed lightly. This will be a long day.

I was completely exhausted. All of the wedding talks gave me headache. I looked at Anna who was clearly spent too. We both slumped heavily onto my king-sized bed.

"Anna.,," I whispered, her lips were purse and her eyes closed. Her freckles were clearly visible for me to stare at. She is gorgeous. Her lips look so soft and enticing.

She opened her eyes and met mine. "Elsa?"

I shook my head. I was speechless. She just looks so tempting. Anna lying down on my bed was just tempting.

I sit up abruptly. "I- uhm-"

She shifted too, and then I felt her hand on my left shoulder. "Goodnight Elsa." She stood up and made her way towards the adjoining door.

For the past few days, while Aunt Primrose and Rapunzel together with Anna were busy doing the wedding preparations and stuff, I locked myself in my office in the mansion to work on some scripts for my next movie. I was on leave, as well as Anna, but that doesn't mean I will abandon my work. I still have a lot of stuff to do that needs my attention.

Gerda knocked on my office, "Ms. Arendelle, dinner is ready."

I stretched my arms. "I'll be there in a bit. Thank you Gerda." I replied.

I stood up, my legs felt wobbly because I haven't stand up for a long time. I stretched my arms again as I walk towards the door.

I heard Anna and Rapunzel laughing hard as I made my way towards the dining room.

Anna looked so happy while listening to Rapunzel's stories.

My heart clenched painfully again. It's just too bad that I can't make Anna happy like this.

"Oh hi Elsa." Anna stood up and then she guided me towards the seat next to her. "How was your story?"

"Not yet finished." I replied simply as I tried so hard to mask my annoyance.

"Woah. Grumpy, aren't we?" Rapunzel teased.

I just rolled my eyes and ate silently.

"Elsa. Is there something wrong?" Anna ran towards me. As soon as I finished eating, I excused myself.

I shook my head. "Nothing. I'm just tired."

I opened the door to my room. Anna followed.

"Do you want me to massage you?" Anna offered.

I looked at her, "You don't have to do that."

"I wanted to." She said softly as she guided me towards the bed making me sit there. Then she started to massage my shoulders with her expert hands.

I closed my eyes shut. I bit back the moan that was threatening to escape when her hands settled on my lower back.

"Do you like it?" She asked.

"Yes." I said breathlessly.

"Well, yeah. Rapunzel liked it too when I did this to her this afternoon." She said that made me opened my eyes. "I guess I'm a good masseur, aren't I?" She giggled. Then she stopped her ministrations at my back. "Goodnight Elsa. Enjoy your sleep." She said then she kissed my cheeks.

I was speechless.

Aunt Primrose and Rapunzel did all the wedding preparations. Thousands of dollars were spent just to make the wedding rush.

In a month, everything was done; the wedding gowns for me and Anna, and everything else. The wedding will be conducted at the wide garden of Arendelle Mansion because it was always a tradition for Arendelle Clan.

Aunt Primrose and Uncle Thomas are clearly excited for this day. They will be the one who will walk with me at the aisle.

"I'm just so happy." Aunt Primrose said softly. "I wish your mom was here. She would have been proud."

"Honey, don't make Elsa cry. We don't need a crying bride." He joked.

I hugged them in return. "Thank you for being here."

"Always for you, Elsa." Aunt Primrose said.

"Anna, are you ready?" My father asked me. He was smiling at me and you could see the joy in his eyes.

"Dad." I whispered. My eyes are blurry. Tears were threatening to escape. "Do you think Elsa could love me as much as I love her?" I asked.

I already told him everything about the arrangement between Elsa and I. He wasn't mad, he was just concern about me but he supported me nevertheless. And besides, he said that he already knew that I was in love with Elsa way before. That is the reason why he made the request to Elsa to hire me as her assistant. He wants me to be happy.

"She will, Anna. She will love you as much as you love her. Just give her time to sort out her feelings." Then he chuckled, "I heard from Kristoff that he shared you some strategies 101 on how you could make Elsa love you. Is that true?"

I was so embarrassed that I lowered my head. "Well, it's not that effective as of now, I think. We were kind'a busy these past few months. But I did what I had to do. There are signs but I don't know. Elsa is always busy in her own world."

"Then you do what you must. Thaw her frozen world, Anna." He said, kissing me on my forehead. "You will get your happy ending, just trust yourself."

My lips trembled. "Oh dad!" I hugged her so tightly. "This is the happiest day of my life."

"I know, child. I know."

AUTHOR'S NOTES:

NEXT CHAPTER? The wedding of course and maybe lots and lots of jealous Elsa. ;) And also, lots and lots of Anna's subtle tempting. lol

Reviews are also greatly appreciated. :)

P.S. The 'Operation Make someone Jealous strategy'? I've done that in real life way back then, so I can clearly say it was effective. ;)