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Their dinner date went off without a hitch. Walking in, people immediately recognized the blonde right when she pulled off her sunglasses and whispers were heard about the pretty redhead that held her hand. Neither paid them any notice as they had eyes and ears on no one but each other. They were seated almost immediately and close to the stage where a band was playing gentle music that was perfect for people who came looking for refuge from the busy streets of Hollywood an Los Angeles.
Two hours later, they found themselves stumbling through Anna's door, giggling. Well more like Anna was giggling and Elsa was grinning hugely. "Did you see the look on the guys face when you ordered the ice cream? I think he forgot how to breathe!" They had gone to Cold Stone Creamery for dessert instead of ordering at Hard Rock Cafe and the guy who got their ice cream had looked about ready to faint. "I told you that you were so beautiful, you took people's breath away." Elsa merely shook her head and giggled. "I'm pretty sure it was because of my fame, dear Anna. You keep making sound like some kind of goddess." Anna scrunched up her face and pouted at Elsa who giggled again. "But you are! A beautiful goddess!"
Anna clasped a hand over her mouth and blushed. She just keeps slipping up today! What is going on?! Sighing, she made her way over to the couch and Elsa followed silently. "Can I get you anything? Water? Tea? Coffee?" Elsa shook her head as she took a seat on the couch, a smile directed at Anna. "No thank you. I've had my fill of drinks for tonight." Looking down, she noticed sheet music and picked up it, her eyes roving over the notes. "You sing?" Anna blushed and nodded. "Yea… when I was in high school, I did musicals and I was in choir. I'm not that good though. I'm practicing for an audition tomorrow."
Elsa arched a delicate eyebrow as she directed her gaze at the redhead. "Audition? For a musical or a movie?" Anna took a seat next to her and took out a file. "A movie. For Disney. It's called the Snow Queen for now. They want me to audition for one of the leading roles." Elsa's eyebrows shot up and nearly disappeared into her blonde bangs. She brushed her hand through her straight blonde locks which she had kept down, as usual. She didn't tend to do much with her hair. Playing with the ends of her hair, she made no comment. Instead, she returned to looking through the notes.
"Can I hear you sing? Ah.. Do you have a piano?" Anna nodded and pointed to the corner where a piano sat next to the window. It was cleverly placed so you wouldn't noticed it unless you looked closely. It was clearly well used but why was it hidden? "I-I'm not that good, Elsa. I don't want to subject you to horrendous singing." Elsa stood up and shook her head as she made her way over to the piano. "Nonsense. I am positive that you sound divine. May I use this?" Nodding her head, Anna got up and stood behind Elsa as she lifted the top off the piano and sat on the bench. Elsa placed the music sheets on the stand provided and positioned her self. There was a pause before she began to sight read, her hands only pausing ever so slightly as she got used to the rhythm of the song.
Once she got a hang out it, she stopped and turned to look at Anna. "Dear Anna… may I have the greatest pleasure of hearing you sing?" Anna looked away from the piercing blue eyes and bit her lip. Elsa was known for her talent in acting but also in singing and musical instruments. What is she was so terrible, it drove Elsa away? What if she just couldn't sing in front of the blonde? What if- Her train of thought was cut off by a cool hand on her arm. "No need to be nervous… just allow the music to take over and forget about everything else. I am not here. It is only you and the music. I wish to help you so you may succeed tomorrow." Gulping, Anna could only nod and that earned her an encouraging smile from the blonde before she had turned back to the piano.
She paused before her fingers began to press down upon the keys, stringing out a beautiful melody. Anna closed her eyes and let her body relax, allowing the music to permeate the air and spill into her body. This song… meant a great deal to her and although no one knows why, they could tell that it does whenever she sings it. Keeping her eyes closed, she filled her lungs with air and began to sing, allowing the soft melody to guide her.
"On my own… pretending he's beside me.
All alone… I walk with him till morning.
Without him, I feel his arms around me…
And when I lose my way I close my eyes…
And he has found me."
The images that flashed behind her eyelids threatened to cause tears and she quickly pushed them down. Now was not the time. She needs to practice and get into the habit of singing again. She didn't need these memories. Or did she?
"In the rain the pavement shines like silver.
All the lights are misty in the river.
In the darkness, the trees are full of starlight.
And all I see is him and me forever and forever."
At this point, stray tears had begun to leak out and Anna had a tight grip on the hem of her shirt. Her emotions were clear as she continued to sing the song with her eyes tightly closed. She had completely forgotten about her blonde accompanist. When she finally reached the end of the song, she took a deep breath but kept her eyes shut tightly. She was attempting to reign in her emotions when she felt a pair of strong arms embraced her and the scent of cold winter air wrapped around her like a warm blanket. Automatically, her hands unclenched and circled Elsa's waist. She buried her face into the taller woman's chest as a silent sob wracked her petite body. The arms around her tightened and a cheek was pressed to the top of her head.
That was when she felt it. It was wet and she wouldn't have felt it if Elsa didn't press her cheek against the top of her head. "Elsa wha-" She never finished her question. Once she attempted to pull away to look at the older woman, Elsa had pulled her back, shaking her head. "No… Anna. Don't. Don't look at me." She all but whispered as she buried her face into Anna's hair, refusing to let her see her cry. Anna didn't argue as she, in turn, buried her face into Elsa's shoulder, allowing her scent to calm the fiery redhead. "Why are you crying, Elsa?" She asked softly as she closed her eyes, enjoying the embrace and the feeling of safety that came from being in the blonde's arm.
"Your emotions. I have never heard someone sing that song with such emotion. It's overwhelming." Came the equally soft reply. The arms around her tightened ever so slightly as Anna felt a light shudder come from the pale woman. Anna pulled away and took Elsa's hand in hers. She gently led them to the couch and sat down, patting the seat next to her. As soon as Elsa sat down, Anna returned to how they were with her face buried in the blonde's shoulder. "Would you like to talk about it?" The question was met with silence for a moment before Anna took a deep breath only to be interrupted. "You don't have to, you know? We only did just meet." Anna shook her head slightly. She had never felt like she trusted anyone as much as she trust Elsa… and it's true. They had only barely met. But Elsa's embraces gave her a sense of warmth and security and she felt that she could trust the woman with her life.
"The song… reminds me of my father. He loved musicals and movies so much and this was his favorite song. It reminds me of him every time I hear it or sing it." She offered no more as she began to sob once again. Elsa was contented with just that small yet huge bit of information. She wanted to take her time and slowly discover the girl that was curled up in her arms. "It's alright, Anna… cry and just let it all out. I'm right here. I'll be here for as long as you need me." She had whispered into the copper locks as she closed her eyes. How long had the redhead kept all this in? How long had she suffered quietly while trying to put on a brave face for everyone? No… the real question is how long has she been alone? No matter. Elsa is here now and she's determined to give the girl as much happiness as she possibly can.
After an unknown amount of time with the both of them just sitting there in each other's arms, Elsa finally stirred. "Anna… Dear Anna. It's getting late and you should go to sleep. Didn't you say you have an audition tomorrow? You're going to need your sleep." Reluctantly, Anna allowed herself to be pulled up and led to the bedroom. Elsa had to guess which door was the bedroom but in the end, she had guessed right. "I'll wait outside while you change, alright? I'll tuck you in before I leave." Elsa stood outside, waiting patiently until the door opened and Anna peeked out. Her eyes shone bright even if they were slightly puffy. Smiling softly, Elsa stepped through the slightly open door and took in what Anna was wearing. A plain white shirt and pink short shorts. It was just so… Anna. Taking her hand, she led the girl over to the bed and tucked her in.
"I'll text you tomorrow. How about that?" Frowning, Anna shook her head and held onto Elsa's hand. "Stay with me tonight?" Elsa's brow creased as she shook her head, her bangs flopping about slightly. "We hardly know each other, Anna. I don't think it's safe to let a stranger into your house at night… let alone your bed." Anna gave a small laugh and tugged on her hand a bit more. "But I trust you… Somehow, I know you won't hurt me. Please…? It's late… and I don't want to be alone." Her aquamarine eyes turned nearly sea green as tears threatened to spill once again, no doubt from the memories of earlier and the past. The same question echoed in Elsa's head, causing her eyes to widened. How long HAS she been alone? Giving in with a sigh, she nodded slightly. "I'll stay… but only for tonight, alright? But we both must sleep. Tomorrow will be a busy day."
Nodding, Anna pointed to a drawer and told Elsa to help herself to some sleep wear. Padding over to the drawer, Elsa pulled it opened and grabbed a powder blue shirt and black shorts. Running to the restroom, she changed quickly before returning to the redhead buried under the comforter. "Anna? Anna, dear.. you must scoot over." There was a mumble before the lump under the comforter began to wiggle towards the wall. Chuckling slightly, Elsa slid under the cover and once she was settled, the lump latched onto her and snuggled up to her. This time, Elsa laughed and wrapped her arms around the young woman. "Are you usually this cuddly with people you barely know?" Elsa asked jokingly as she nuzzled the red hair and placed a gentle kiss on the girl's forehead. "Well considering you're the first to be in my bed, I wouldn't know… but I do like cuddles and snuggles." Came the mumbled reply and Elsa's giggled. So she was the first to share beds with the girl? She felt honored yet surprised. How can a cute girl like her not have at least cuddled with someone before? Well neither has she but no one has to know.
"Well if it's cuddles and snuggles you want, I can definitely give you that." She whispered as she pulled the girl more snuggly against her own body, relishing in the warmth. "Good… because I don't plan to let you go anytime soon…" Anna had trailed off and her breath had evened out. Elsa smiled softly and nuzzled into the younger girl. She hadn't felt this content since… well, since forever. She couldn't recall a time where she felt as content as she did now. "Goodnight… my dear Anna." Placing one last kiss on the girl's forehead, she closed her eyes and let the darkness take over.
Anna woke up to the sun streaming in through the window. She groaned and burrowed further into her warm, breathing pillow. Wait. Breathing pillow? Last she checked, she didn't have a pillow that could breathe. Opening her eyes once again, she was met with a shock of blonde hair draped over the pillow. Following the long strands, she came face to face with a sleeping Elsa Bernhardt who looked as regal as always. She stayed.. she didn't leave. That shocked Anna. No one had ever stayed with her when she was having one of those days. They would just give her a hug and wish her well then leave and never bring it up again. But here was Elsa, sleeping beside her the whole time and even holding her if she was feeling things right.
Lost in thought, Anna failed to feel Elsa stir and only noticed when a voice, hoarse with sleep, spoke up. "It's only 7 in the morning, Anna. Go back to sleep." Elsa nuzzled into Anna's hair again and sighed in happiness. Giggling, Anna hugged Elsa tighter and nuzzled the older woman's neck, returning her sigh of happiness and feeling Elsa shudder at the feeling. "I can't. I think I've slept too much. Ill get breakfast started, alright? I'll call you when I'm done." She reached up and kissed Elsa's cheek before reluctantly extracting herself from the warm embrace. Sitting on the edge of bed she paused, and stared at the ground. "Elsa?" There was a hummed sound of acknowledgement from behind her causing Anna to smile. "Thank you… for staying. No one has ever done that before."
She was met with silence and that made her smile sadly. Perhaps she did scare off Elsa but she was only waiting for the chance to escape. She made to get up but was suddenly pulled back down as pale arms encircled her waist. Her back connected with a warm front and she made a surprised squeak. Turning her head, she came face to face with piercing blue eyes once again. "You don't need to thank me, Anna. I'll always be here whenever you need me." That surprised Anna and her brain went into auto drive. "Why?" Elsa looked taken aback as her eyebrows shot up. "Why?" Anna nodded, averting eye contact. "Why would you do this for me? All night, we've been pointing out how we hardly know each other and yet here you are… basically promising to help me with my burdens. You've cared more for me than people I've known for years. Why do you do this? What will you gain from all this?" She couldn't help it. She had to know. Elsa was beautiful. She was strong and famous and everyone wanted to be her and wanted her. Yet here was Elsa, sitting in bed with her after a night of snuggling and sleeping together.
Anna felt Elsa nuzzle her cheek and she glanced to the side to see a small smile on Elsa's lips. "What do I gain from this? I gain you. I gain your friendship and your trust. I do this because I want to. Because I like you, Anna Young. I like you a lot and I want to help you and be here for you. I want to give you the happiness you deserve." Anna had no reply as she sat there, feeling Elsa's chest rise and fall behind her. "I… I don't… Thank you." She heard Elsa chuckled and give her a light peck on the cheek. "You're very welcome, dear Anna. Now then… why don't we BOTH go and start breakfast?" Anna smiled as she turned to Elsa, a grin on her face. "Yea… I would like that." And it was then that she realized exactly how close they were. That realization triggered another thought. They had slept together in thin clothing all night, pressed up against each other. "Hey Elsa?" Another hum in response as those blue eyes bore into her own. "What is going on with us?" Those clear blue eyes turned puzzled. "What do you means?" Giving a small laugh, Anna gestured to them both. "We slept together, in an innocent way mind you, and we keep giving each other kisses and just… acting all couply in general… yet we have only been on one date and have known each other for two days. What are we exactly?" Elsa took a moment to process what Anna was pointing at before laughing. "You're right. You're absolutely right. I don't exactly know what we are… what do you want us to be?"
She sat there and thought for a second before turning her gaze back to Elsa. "I… don't want a label yet… but I want to try to have an 'us' kind of thing…" Smiling softly, Elsa nodded in understanding. "Okay… no labels yet… lets have a few more dates first then, yes?" Anna nodded in confirmation and they both grinned at each. Elsa's eyes flit down to Anna's lips and Anna did the same. Slowly, Elsa leaned forward, giving Anna enough time to pull away but she didn't. Smiling triumphantly, Elsa leaned in the rest of the way and placed a kiss… on the tip of Anna's nose before getting out of bed and stretching, a smirk on her face. "Well.. let's get breakfast started! You do have an audition today." She said before walking out of the room, leaving a stunned and blushing redhead behind. "Wha- Wha- ELSA!"
Well there you have it! Anna's audition song has been revealed. I don't think it's what anyone expected... but I used it to tie into her past and also... it's my go-to audition song if I have nothing else. Got me into quite a few roles, I tell you!
Elsa, Hans, and Kristoff's audition songs are still unknown so suggestions would be great!
(Told ya not all of this is going to be fluff and lovey-dovey.)
Once again, I'm sorry for any mistakes and I hope you've enjoyed chapter 4! Please R&R!
