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Elsa held the phone in her hand, putting in Anna's number. With each number pressed, her anxiety grew. It wasn't that she believed Anna would be against her upcoming marriage. Ana would no doubt be happy about it, and of course Elsa was eager to tell her, she just didn't want Anna to go completely overboard with it. (though she probably would)
Despite that, Anna needed to be the first person she told about it. after that the list would trickle down from there. To be honest, Elsa did not want to have a large wedding. The wedding itself would be a media circus if Joseph revealed the wedding to the public (something neither of them wanted). Plus between the fact Elsa was mostly a private woman and there honestly was not a large amount of people that she would invite to the wedding anyway, it would be set if the wedding was indeed smaller than what Anna's had been.
Sure the wedding itself was by no means a nightmare, but because Anna was by far the more outgoing, she had invited a large amount of people, from high school, college and work. At the time Elsa was surprised by the large amount of people that had even shown up. what was even more surprising was the Kristoff's whole family made up the rest of the guests and that had been quite a scare for Elsa as it was. Kristoff may not have had many friends (Elsa was sure that Sven was the only friend he considered as such, he even made Sven the ring bearer), but he sure had a lot of family.
Everything worked out for the best though (despite the fact that Sven almost ate the rings) and the wedding went off without a hitch. The reception had served a variety of food (a variety of cultures, though most of it had been Scandinavian, since that was what Anna and Elsa were fond of).
Elsa smiled remembering how happy she had been that day, or rather how happy she had been seeing Anna getting married. She had obviously been the maid of honor, so she had been at Ana's side throughout the whole wedding. Despite that, it was still so odd seeing her sister in the wedding dress.
Needless to say, the picking process hadn't exactly been the easiest of times for anybody. Anna had found it extremely difficult to pick out a dress, either because she felt they were too small or too loose; it had taken nearly the entire day for Anna to pick out the wedding dress.
Not to mention, Kai and Gerda had been adamant that Anna not go overboard with the wedding itself, despite the fact that the reception was going to include a large amount of people. In short, Anna would want something and the two would simply shoot it down. it wasn't like there was any room for argument either; Kai and Gerda, despite being fair caretakers, were the only two people that to this day, still intimidate Anna and Elsa (no doubt due to the many glares the two had received because of their antics as children).
Despite everything that happened in the days prior to the wedding, Elsa could honestly say that it had been worth going through all the hours of planning that led to the wedding.
The look on Anna's face had been so worth it. The smile that never left her face, her eyes shining so brightly as the priest announced her and Kristoff as married.
Elsa could not wait to get married. She only hoped that she wouldn't get as bad as what happened just prior to the wedding.
Like they say cold feet was a major given during such a thing as marriage. Elsa was not surprised when Anna did indeed get cold feet the day before her wedding. Not because she was scared that Kristoff would doing anything to hurt her after they were married, but because it was just so life changing.
Who could say otherwise? Growing up marriage seemed like a silly thing. Fairy tales that came true. When you're an adult however, one could plainly tell that this was not going to be the case.
Anna had been so scared the day before her wedding she almost cried. It had been heart wrenching to say the least.
Watching as her little sister crying her fears out to her, Elsa had felt sorry for Anna and tried her best to make her feel better. The moment had definitely helped Anna, and she seemed to feel better.
That was good, because Anna getting married looking miserable would not exactly been nice.
Elsa, in a teal gown stood outside her sisters dressing room door. Rapunzel had come to her saying that while getting the dress ready, she had suddenly burst into tears. Not little tears, but full fledged crying her eyes out. It was so distracting that the seamstress had asked Rapunzel to look for Elsa.
Rapunzel had left to find Elsa (who was in the main venue doing some final preparations for the big event)
As Elsa was speaking to the catering service, she spotted Rapunzel running toward her in her violet dress, looking quite distressed.
Elsa was confused, Rapunzel never got distressed. She was always warm and happy, so why would she be running towards her with so much distress?
Politely excusing herself from the conversation, she calmly walked over to meet with Rapunzel, who stopped short to meet Elsa.
"El-Elsa" Rapunzel said, nearly breathless, trying to catch her breath before explaining whatever was so important to Elsa.
Elsa stared at her younger cousin. Why was she looking for her? Wasn't she supposed to be with Anna? Anna was getting her dress prepared for the wedding tomorrow.
That's when it hit Elsa. Rapunzel was looking for her because of Anna!
Rapunzel began speaking quickly, so quickly that Elsa was not able to understand anything she was saying. As her younger cousin continued to ramble, Elsa reached out and grabbed Rapunzel by the shoulders. The younger woman quickly shut up, surprised by Elsa's sudden actions.
"Rapunzel." Elsa said calmly. "calm down" she emphasized the last word, hoping to get Rapunzel to listen.
Rapunzel shook her head, shaking off the effects of Elsa's therapy, before regain her composure.
"Anna.. she… she just started crying!" Rapunzel said in a whisper. Elsa's eyes widened surprised by this news. She had seen Anna earlier and she was as happy as ever. What had happened in the past few hours.
Elsa without even waiting for Rapunzel to continue, turned and ran towards the dressing rooms.
Making her way to the door, she opened the door, to worried to even consider knocking. The sight that met her eyes almost made her cry Anna was curled up on the floor crying, wailing even.
Elsa turned to the seamstress, a kind old lady. "can you give us a few minutes?" She asked.
After the seamstress left the room, Elsa turned her attention to the crying bride on the floor. Elsa walked to Ana, and bent down on the floor, wrapping her arms around her. Anna turned to Elsa, hugging her close as she continued to cry.
"Anna" Elsa whispered. "whats wrong honey?"
Anna choked, desperately trying to get some air. Elsa just waited.
"i-i-I'm s-or-sorry—El-Elsa!" Anna said, her voice barely tangible because her breath was coming out in strangled sobs. Elsa held her sister tighter, rubbing circles on her back.
"i—ju—just mi-i-miss—mom- and –d-dad" Anna cried, before dissolving back into a fit of sobs.
Elsa struggled not to cry as she held Anna. Of course. Tomorrow was Anna's wedding day, and the two people that Anna wished could be there, never could be… Elsa had long since forgiven and made peace with that day. It still hurt, but…
They never saw their children grow… never witnessed the important events in their lives…
Now here Anna was, almost a married woman. her father could not be here to give her away at the wedding. Her mother couldn't tell her how proud she was.
Tears leaked out of Elsa's eyes. There was not much that she could say to Anna. The deaths of their parents… the pain never left.
"Anna." Elsa said lifting Anna's head so that they were staring at each other. Anna's face was red and tear stained from all the crying. Even so, she still looked like a bride to be.
"I miss them too. Not a day goes by that I wish they were here… to see you now… to see us…" Elsa said. With a sad smile she continued "they would have loved Kristoff and sven…"
Anna sniffled, touched by Elsa's words.
"but know, that they are always with us…" Elsa said "they watch over us every day. As long as we remember them… they will never leave our side."
Anna burst into tears once again. she buried her face into Elsa's shoulder. Elsa continued to rub circles on her back. After a few moments, Anna calmed down.
Lifting her head, Anna gave Elsa a smile, before wrapping her arms around Elsa "Thank you Elsa."
Elsa frowned a little at the memory. It was sad. All of Anna's dreams were about to come true, but it was painful, knowing that the only two people unable to be there, were their parents. Kai and Gerda had obviously done the duties admirably, but they were not exactly replacements.
Despite that, the wedding went off without a hitch and very well, despite Anna's troubles. It had been very adorable watching Anna in her first moments as a wife. She and Kristoff would feed each other chocolate cake most of the night and dance as well. though at one point, Anna accidently through her bouquet into the cake (sadly).
Elsa laughed slightly. It had been such a day, one that she would no doubt remember for the rest of her life.
She could already imagine Anna getting excited by the news, and she could only here Kai and Gerda crying at the fact that the elder sister was getting married.
Kai and Gerda had been ecstatic when Anna announced that she was getting married; they had practically planned out the entire thing (hence the quality control) so they would no doubt be just as happy to find out that Elsa was getting married.
The only problem was the media that might try and slip through the door, in order to leak the wedding to the tabloids. At Anna's wedding this wasn't a problem; neither Anna or Kristoff held jobs that were in the public eye. Joseph on the other hand was a CEO, who (had to) frequently make comments about the company, if the announcement was indeed important. Along with all the charity funds he made and social functions he had to (boringly) attend, it was hard for him to keep the bigger things a secret.
It would certainly cause trouble while planning the wedding. Elsa would have to pick a secluded location in order to prevent the media from snooping around, while Joseph would have to hire some extra security, just incase anyone tried to sneak in
Elsa just didn't want to have so many hurdles for the wedding. Planning a wedding was tough enough, but with these extra hassles; Elsa was going to have her work cut out for her.
But with the help of Anna, Kai Gerda and Rapunzel, Elsa was sure that she would be able to handle it.
All Elsa wanted was for her wedding to go well. if it was going to be anything like Anna's, then she was certain that nothing would go terribly wrong (minus the cold feet and worry), and that everyone who could make it would make it.
Elsa smiled. One she planned out the wedding with her family, it was only a matter of time and resources. That was not going to be a problem at all.
What certainly might end up becoming a problem was Joseph's own parents. Elsa had never met them. According to him they had 'left' after he finished college. She never really knew what he meant by that, but she suspected it had something to do with his upbringing specifically in the sense that he had been traveling all his life prior to meeting Rapunzel.
Joseph never spoke ill of his parents though. Still in the end it was such a shame that they would probably not attend their own sons wedding.
Elsa smiled remembering the time that Joseph had met Kai and Gerda. It had been at the wedding (which had been a complete surprise). Elsa was worried that they would not like him, but it didn't turn out as bad as she thought it would.
Elsa sat in a seat by the venue. She wasn't really busy at the moment. Anna's wedding was only a short time away, so all the difficulties were out of the way. Now she was only worried about Anna getting married. It wasn't everyday that a family member grew up and married.
With a sigh, Elsa lay back in her seat. She was tired from the many hours of planning and preparing, so the wedding was going to indeed be a blessing; once it got started anyway.
Elsa looked down the isle were the chapel was. It certainly screamed "Anna" it was filled with a variety of spring flowers. It was perfect for the wedding.
As Elsa stared at chapel, she heard Rapunzel call her "Elsa!". She turned to find her younger cousin walking toward her, a smile on her ever cheerful face.
Elsa stood up, turning to Rapunzel, "what is it?" she asked.
Rapunzel giggled "there is someone here to see you." She said, with a grin.
Elsa was confused. Who could be here, now, only hours before the wedding. Wasn't everyone supposed to be here by now?
Rapunzel turned, walking down the isle. Elsa followed. She was intrigued. Who was Rapunzel talking about?
She got her answer when she exited the venue. Needless to say, she had never been more shocked than she was right there.
Standing there in a suit, was Joseph. He had a wide grin on his face as he was conversing with Primrose, Rapunzel's mother. Elsa felt her cheeks grow red from shock. She turned to face Rapunzel, who was doing her best not to laugh at the situation.
"I was worried that you wouldn't have a date for the wedding" Rapunzel told her "so I invited him"
Elsa glared at her cousin "your as bad as Anna" she groaned.
Before she could turn around and walk back into the chapel however, Joseph looked up and caught sight of her. He turned back to Primrose, excusing himself, before making his way to Elsa.
"Elsa!" he called out, before reaching her and giving her a hug. Elsa quickly hugged him back.
Pulling away, Elsa smiled at him "this is a surprise" Elsa told him.
Joseph laughed "your telling me." He said, glancing at Rapunzel. She grinned at him. he gave her a hug
Elsa giggled along with him, "well I'm glad you're here" she said
Joseph smiled "me too"
Elsa took his hand and proceeded to take him inside the chapel "theres someone who wants to meet you"
Elsa took him to the venue, where she found Kai and Gerda talking with each other.
"Kai! Gerda!" the older couple turned to see Elsa with Joseph. Surprise and concerned looks appeared on there faces.
The duo came to a stop. "Kai Gerda, this is Joseph."
Joseph smiled "it's a pleasure." He said extending his hand.
Kai was the first to shake his hand "Kai." He introduced himself.
Gerda however ignored the handshake and instead proceeded to hug Joseph (much to his shock)
The older woman then pulled away, a wide grin on her face "you're a fine young man, Joseph." She said causing him to blush.
"well…" he fumbled. Elsa saw he was clearly nervous. He had never had to deal with such things like this before. he was trying not to mess up.
trying to diffuse the tension Elsa turned to her guardians and said "Joseph happens to work for a business company, he is the CEO as a matter of fact."
Kai glanced at the younger man "you work for business son?"
Joseph nodded "my originally employer left it to me before he died. it was quite a shock"
Gerda gave him a smile "you seem to be doing well though"
Joseph laughed "I try"
The four then laughed. Elsa then took Joseph's hand and said "come on. There are still more people who want to see you"
Elsa had been happy to find out that everyone did indeed love meeting her fiancé and had to admit that the wedding was a lot better with him there. It had been a dream come true for everyone that day, and Elsa couldn't be any happier than she was right then (at the time)
She smiled, knowing that everything would indeed work out for the best. She just couldn't wait for Ana to answer the phone(or anyone else for that matter).
The only thing that she might have trouble with for the wedding was gathering everything she may need for it. she didn't want to go overboard with it, like Anna had, because that would just cause a lot of trouble that she didn't need to deal with.
That shouldn't be a problem however, because Elsa knew exactly what she wanted and how to get it.
She then proceeded to finish typing in Anna's number and held it to her ear. The phone started to ring. With each rang Elsa's anxiety grew.
What should she say first? Hi? This was proving more difficult than Elsa realized. She needed to say something.
The next moment, Anna picked up the phone. "Elsa?" she asked.
Elsa took a deep breath "Anna. I'm getting married."
