Not dead!
I am so sorry it it seemed like I abandoned this story, I just had a massive writers block on it.
I hope this appeases some of you...
Enjoy.
"I'm leaving," I said as I looked to my parents. The frowned and looked to one another and I sighed.
"I can't stay here, my kingdom needs me," I added and they sighed.
"What if you're not ready? You could end up hurting yourself more," my father said and I growled taking a threatening step towards them.
"I don't care! I have a duty to my people! I must be worrying them to death and what about Elsa? What must she think?" I spat and my mother reached out towards me, but I pulled away.
"You've been doing nothing, but keep me here. You might have given up on your kingdom, but I will not," my fists were clenched tightly.
"Elizabella, calm down, we didn't have a choice in death," my mother said and my father held her arm.
"How long do you think it has been since I entered this real? It could have been years for all I know!" I spat and paced around. I've been here too long. I can feel it.
"I'm going to leave now, don't try to stop me this time," I whispered and closed my eyes. Every time I had tried to wake up they would stop me, tell me I still needed to heal. I don't believe that anymore. I needed to see my kingdom, my people, my brother, my…my queen. I needed to see Elsa.
Eliza's fingers twitched as her eyes fluttered. The nurse on standby gasped and ran to the door calling to the doctor. Once the doctor entered along with Augustus they saw the fallen Queen move her head side to side before frowning. They watched her bring her hand up to rub her face, the movement sluggish and shaky.
I groaned and tried moving my other arm but something was preventing me from doing so. It confused me and I couldn't move to push myself up. I felt strong hands keep me down as another pillow was placed under my head, elevating me. I managed to open my eyes.
Once I could see and focus on the faces in the room I looked to my left arm. All I saw was a stump for a shoulder. Great, just perfect.
"Eliza?" Augustus said faintly as if I would disappear if he spoke too loudly.
"How long was I out?" I asked running my now only hand through my hair.
"Close to a year," he said softly and my eyes widened.
"It felt like a day or two!" I was starting to panic, "I thought a month at least!" I added as nurses had to keep me from sitting up.
"My Queen I must ask that you take it easy, your muscles have gone weak," the doctor said and I whimpered.
"Elsa, where's Queen Elsa?" I asked, pleading with my eyes to my brother.
"She should be here any moment for her monthly visit," he said smiling slightly. I relaxed. Good I get to see her.
"I'm kinda hungry," I said trying to smile. Everyone chuckled softly before a nurse placed a tray down on the bed. I licked my lips at seeing water and fruit with bread and chicken.
"You should eat slowly and little at a time, your body isn't used to large quantities anymore," the doctor said and I nodded. Following his instructions I took small sips and bites from the plate.
My head jerked to the doors as hurried footsteps were heard. One of the nurses was busy checking my shoulder. It was mostly healed, but still tender.
"Eliza!" Elsa burst through the doors, tears where streaming down her face as a grin was plastered over her face.
"Elsa!" I smiled and reached out my arm to her. She nearly tackled me as she rushed over and wrapped me in a hug. I hugged her back as tightly as my muscles could. Tears were streaming down my own face.
"I missed you so much," she sighed and pressed her face into my neck. I saw the nurse leave and we were left alone.
"I missed you too my Queen, I am so sorry I was out for so long," I whispered, nuzzling my cheek to her.
"I'm just glad you're alright," she smiled as she pulled away. Her hands stroked my face, like she didn't believe I was really here.
"I'm glad you're alright," I said.
"Never mind me, it's you that got hurt," she sniffed.
"But I'm okay, I'm alive," I reassured her and gripped the back of her head. Her soft hair felt soothing as I pulled her closer. Our lips met in a sweet soft kiss. All was right with the world.
In the next few days I tried eating more and exercising my muscles. It took about a week till I could stand by myself again. I still needed help walking. It didn't help that I was a bit off balance without my arm. The blacksmith managed to make me a leather covering for my shoulder where I could clip a cape on to cover the left side of my body. It helped in not making me feel self-conscious. It looked bad ass though.
Elsa had said she was going to stay by my side till I was strong enough to be by myself. I didn't argue and just shook my head at her. It took a month of intense training before I could do things by myself. I was back to my regular weight and I felt like myself again.
"Are you ready?" Elsa asked as we stood just shy of the balcony.
"I believe so, it's time I showed my people I'm alright and ready to take my place again," I smiled to her and she nodded.
I took a deep breath and walked out onto the balcony. The slight breeze made me smile as I looked out, over my people. The courtyard was filled with cheering people. I smiled wide and waved to them. They cheering died down and everyone now looked to me to speak.
"People of Eden, I must thank you all for being so patient. As you all can see I am alright and will be taking my place once more. I'd like to thank my brother Prince Augustus for looking after the kingdom and her people while I was recovering. The events almost a year prior were tragic, but we can only come back stronger from there. I promise on my crown that no harm will ever befall Eden and her people ever again. We are a kingdom of peace and we will keep it that way. I would also like to say that we signed a treaty with the kingdom of Arendelle. They will aid us in any future attacks and vice versa. So be assured we will be protected. Now, I'd like to conclude with giving each of you the day of celebration, go be with your family and your friends and show each other love and thanks for still being here," I smile and everyone cheers again, people hugging here and there.
"That was well done," Elsa said as I stepped back inside. Her hands took mine in theirs, her fingers cold as always.
"I couldn't have done anything without you by my side my Queen," I smiled and gripped her finger tips, bringing them up to kiss them. She blushed slightly.
"Queen Elsa, I would like to ask you something," I said after a moment of collecting my thoughts.
"What is it Eliza?" She asked as her eyes sparkled.
"Would you allow me to court you?" I asked before I could lose my nerve. She blinked and blushed.
"I will allow it," she whispered smiling and I couldn't contain myself. I pulled her closer and kissed her on the lips. They were soft and slightly cold, but I didn't mind.
We separated after there was a clearing of a throat. I glared to my brother as he had a smirk on his face.
"The party has started downstairs, don't take too long you lovebirds," he chuckled before leaving. I cleared my throat and smiled to Elsa.
"Shall we?" I asked and she nodded taking my hand as she fell into step at my right.
"We shall," she smiled.
Not long enough to apologize for the lack of updates on this, but I just needed to get this out.
I am so sorry once again...
Thank you to those that still reads this and still follows.
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