'' It's to you I came to say goodbye Elsa... I'm moving back to the mansion. ''
Normal POV.
As Elsa took in Anna's words, she froze on the spot and suddenly, it seems like everything stopped. Like she was stuck in time and the world has stopped spinning. It seems like an eternity when in real, it was only a few seconds. Barely enough time to realize that Anna was moving back to the mansion.
She was leaving.
'' Well... I gotta get my things. '' Anna turned to look at the boys when Elsa didn't respond. '' Help me? ''
'' Yep let's go. '' Sven nodded, following Anna as she led the way upstairs with Kristoff trailing after them.
When the door of Anna's room was shut close, it's only at that moment Elsa was pulled from her thoughts. Jack and Cassandra wordlessly watched as she shook her head in confusion before finally moving towards the same direction as her sister. Anna and the boys were packing when Elsa bursted in and without a word, she grabbed Anna's hand, dragging her out.
'' Hey what are you doing? '' Anna asked once they were in the hallway.
'' Why? ''
'' Why what? ''
'' Why are you leaving? Just why? ''
Anna scoffed.
'' Are you kidding me? Is it hard to see that I can't live here anymore? Between Cassandra making my life a living hell and you constantly taking her defense, I don't know where I stand. ''
'' It's you who told me you were fine with them living here! '' Elsa reminded her.
'' If I knew it would be like this, I would have said no. We were doing well but things are not the same since they arrived and you've changed too. ''
'' I did not change. If you haven't been so difficult, I wouldn't have to be so hard on you. Cassie was never that difficult! ''
'' See? '' Anna threw her hands in the air at that. '' It's always Cassie this or Cassie that! What about me? You were supposed to be my sister! ''
'' Anna I am your sister. '' Elsa tried to speak calmly but Anna would have none of it.
'' Don't give me that crap Elsa! If there is one person that acted like my sister lately, it was Punzie. She actually listened to me when you didn't and she supported me! ''
'' I'm sorry I'm not your Punzie. '' Elsa didn't mean it to come out harshly but it did.
'' That you can say. '' Anna agreed.
At least they still can agree on something.
'' Well why don't you ask her to be your new big sister? I remember you saying last night that you wished she was. ''
'' Yeah why not? '' Anna shrugged. Though in the back of her head, she doubts she could ever replace Elsa even if this role suits Rapunzel perfectly. It's not that easy but she decided to play along for now. '' I'm sure she'd like that. ''
'' Fine go ahead, I won't keep you against your will. '' Elsa huffed and spun on her heels, heading back downstairs.
Anna rolled her eyes and returned to her soon to be 'old-room' to help the boys finish packing. It's a good thing that most of her things stayed at the mansion or else, they will never finish.
'' I think we got everything. '' Kristoff said, setting the last suitcase on the floor. '' Are you sure you want to do that? '' He asked Anna.
'' Yeah. Let's get out of here while I still want it because once I step out of this place, there's no turning back. ''
The brothers grabbed the suitcases and bags while Anna carried a box and the big Hello Kitty stuffed toy Rapunzel got for her. Jack was saying something to Elsa in the living room when they walked downstairs but Anna didn't even dare looking at them but she knew she was being watched.
Meow...
'' Hey girl. '' Anna smiled sadly at the cat as Duchess nuzzled against her leg. She never thought it was possible but she got attached to the ball of fur. '' Be good for Elsie alright? ''
Meow...
'' Aww c'mon, don't do that Marshmallow. '' she whined as the cat started scratching her leg. Finally she droped her things and picked up the pet. '' I'd take you with me if I could but who will keep an eye on them huh? '' she glances briefly at the Frost siblings.
'' You don't have to go Anna. '' To everyone's surprise, it was Cassandra who spoke. '' It's okay, I forgive you for slapping me. ''
Anna snorted as she held the cat in fron of her.
'' Did you hear that? Yeah I know... next time she tries to pet you, please do that thing with your paw and show her who's the boss okay? Alright, I trust you. ''
Placing the cat back on the floor, she grabbed her things and looked at Kristoff.
'' Ready? '' He asked.
'' I'm ready. ''
And that was it. No goodbye, no look back, no hug... nothing. They were gone and Anna likes to think that it's better that way even if the ache in her heart said otherwise. As soon as they were out of sight, Elsa felt a pang in her chest and she almost ran after her sister. Almost..
But she has a feeling that Anna will not come back even if she begs her to.
'' So are we going shopping now? '' Cassandra asked, unphased by what just happened. Jack shook his head at her. '' What? ''
'' You two can go. '' Elsa replied through a shaky breath. '' I have works to do, I don't want to be disturbed. '' With these last words, she left the siblings in the livin room and disappeared into her office.
Shopping just sounds so bad now.
Anna POV
" Before I fall too fast
Kiss me quick but make it last
So I can't see how badly this will hurt me when you say goodbye... "
I found myself humming along with the song blasting throuh my headphones as I walked out of spanish. I'm so tired because I barely slept last night. I have to admit that I missed the mansion, I missed my comfort zone. Gerda helped me moving back and it was cool but I didn't know it would be hard to adjust to my old room again. Not waking up at Duchess's tail brushing against my neck. My little marshmallow.
Cheer Anna! At least there's no Cassandra.
Right! What am I complaining about? I should be happy because now I won't have to live under the same roof as her... I still see her at school though. Ah talking about school, I've been avoiding Elsa this morning and I have yet to cross her path.
Now I have history and Cassandra will be there. I'm in no rush to see her but do I have a choice? No... As I entered the classroom, I saw her sitting in the front row, so I decided to ignore her and simply sit in the back but as I passed her, her foot stuck out from under her table and I tripped.
'' Damn it. '' I hissed under my breath.
'' Ow you got a booboo? '' She lauged at my misfortune as I laid on the floor.
Don't freak out Anna... cool. I repeated in my head over and over again. The wheel will turn, just wait and see... I heard snickers in the room but they died down as soon as I stood back on my feet and glared at Cassandra.
'' Ms. Frost, if I catch you one last time tripping a student, you take the door to give the principal Weselton a visit. Am I clear? '' Mr. Pabbie cleared his throat form his spot at the door.
A chorus of 'oohed' errupted in the class.
'' Yes sir. '' Cassandra hung her head down.
'' If you think it's funny to trip someone, I will gladly give you something to have fun with. '' He waved an essay he was holding in his hand. '' Now everyone settle down please and let's start with the lesson. ''
I give Mr. Pabbie a grateful smile to which he answered with a nod and I finally took place in the back of the class. As I pulled my things out, I was surprised when Snow dropped her own things next to me.
'' Can I sit here? ''
'' Sure. '' I nodded and she sat next to me. We haven't talk since the first day I came back to school, it was only Aurora who did the talk when we were together.
'' Thanks. ''
We didn't talk the entire lesson but I could feel her staring at me from time to time and it was uncomfortable. I tried to work through the whole thing and it was a relief to hear the bell ring after one hour.
'' Anna? '' Snow ran after me as I walked out.
'' Yeah? '' I stopped to face her.
'' I uh... I wanted to apologize for acting like a bitch. ''
'' Oh? ''
'' I shouldn't have talked to you that way the other day, you only wanted to help us. I know what I said about the therapist but I need.. I want to- ''
'' What is it Snow? '' She looked around and slumped her shoulders. Something wasn't right, I could tell by the way her she was biting her lip. '' Come one, you can tell me. ''
'' Adam had an overdose. ''
'' What? '' I gasped. '' How did that happened. ''
'' There was this party and... too much drinks and weed. It was cool at first but then everything went downhill when Trevor challenged him at a drinking contest. '' She explained. '' Adam suddenly said that he felt weird and the next thing we know, he is on the floor convulsing. ''
'' Oh my God! Is he okay? '' I urged her to continue.
'' He is at the hospital and when I visited him, his mom said that he will recover. '' She took a deep breath. '' When I saw the state he was in, I realized that I didn't want to end like this. It was so scary and we couldn't do anything to help. ''
'' Hey it's not your fault. ''
'' But I couldn't... I just watched and- ''
I cupped her shoulders in my hands to make her look at me. '' Snow no! He knew the risks, heck even I knew the risks the first time I went to that party with you. And I never blamed you for anything, so don't blame yourself for what happened to him. ''
'' I want to see a therapist. '' She blurted out. '' I know I said I didn't need one but I don't want to waste my life like that, I don't want to be like this. ''
'' It's okay. '' I pulled her in a hug. '' I'm gonna help you, you're not alone. ''
'' Really? You'll help me even if I was a bitch to you? '' She leaned back.
'' You're still my friend and it's all that matters. '' I shrugged and I was rewarded with a smile.
Normal POV.
When lunchtime came, Rapunzel joined her boyfriend at their table and sat next to him. Across from them sat Kristoff, Elsa and Cassandra.
'' Hi guys. ''
'' Hello. '' came a few mumbles.
'' Hey babe. '' Flynn grinned when she kissed his cheek. '' What took you so long? ''
'' Huh? I was looking for someone. '' She replied, eyeing the food court for a certain strawberry blonde haired girl.
'' Kristoff! Keep your hands away from my lunch! '' Elsa hissed, using her fork to swat his hand as he once again tried to steal another carot from her plate.
'' Eww eat your own food! '' Cassandra screeched when he tried to do the same with her.
'' Geez! You ladies are no fun! '' He huffed, faking pout. '' At least Anna would give me her carots. ''
'' Of course she would. '' Elsa rolled her eyes. '' I'd be surprised if she doesn't. ''
'' Duh! ''
'' By the way, where is she? I haven't seen her since this morning. '' Rapunzel frowned.
As if on a cue, Anna appeared with Ariel. She waved at them when Flynn whistled to get their attention and mentioned for the girls to join them. The girls stared at each other a moment before Ariel shook her head no while Anna sat at another table.
'' Hey what's wrong with them? '' Kristoff asked curiously.
'' Dunno. '' Flynn shrugged. '' Maybe they wanna stay between friends. ''
'' We're their friends. ''
'' I mean their usual band dude. ''
'' Oh. ''
Rapunzel had a small idea to why Anna and Ariel didn't join them and she was one hundred percent sure it has to do with the other girl sitting at their table. She adverted her eyes towards Elsa who was staring at her tray and pushing her food around.
'' Please Elsa, tell me you made up with Anna. ''
Elsa looked up from her plate and arched one perfect brow. '' Made up? Does moving back to the mansion sound like we've made up? ''
Okay, what now?
Rapunzel looked genuinely confused. '' Anna moved back to the mansion? ''
'' What? You didn't know? '' There was this sarcastic laugh again. Really? What is wrong with Elsa? '' I thought that Anna tells you everything since you two are like sisters. ''
'' She is like a sister but it doesn't mean that she tells me everything! Wait, you let her go? ''
'' I wasn't going to force her to stay, she wouldn't have listened anyway. ''
'' I can't believe it, did you at least try? ''
Elsa didn't respond.
When Rapunzel looked back at Anna, the girl was watching something on her phone. Her eyes narrowed and the next second, she is glaring at her. Wait! Not at her but... Rapunzel followed her gaze and she realized that Anna was glaring at Cassandra, who was also watching something on her phone.
'' If you're doing what I think you're doing, I suggest you to stop right now. ''
'' Huh? '' Cassandra gave Rapunzel a confused look. So did the rest of the people sitting at their table.
'' That thing you're doing to Anna with your phone. ''
'' What's the problem Zel? '' Elsa asked. Rapunzel shrugged and nodded at Cassandra.
'' I don't know, ask her? ''
'' Cass? '' Elsa asked the girl.
''I don't know what she is talking about! '' The answer came out in a tone anyone would define as a defensive one.
'' Oh come on girl. You can play dumb and even cry yourself out of this but I'm not one to fool like you're doing with Elsa. I give you credits, you're a good actress but you're lying like you're breathing and I'm not oblivious to that detail. ''
'' Babe what's going on? '' Flynn was taken aback by his girlfriend's sudden change of attitude and he didn't know why she was acting like that.
'' Yes I'd like to know the answer to that. '' Elsa crossed her arms expectantly.
'' Oh man, I wish I had popcorn. '' Kristoff smirked as he watched them.
In the meanwhile.
'' Anna what's going on? '' Ariel asked urgently when she noticed the change in Anna's behavior. Everything was fine and it only took her phone to ring and now she looks like she is about to kill someone.
'' Nothing. ''
'' It's not nothing and if you keep squeezing your glass, you'll end up crushing it. No joke Arendelle, tell me what's wrong. ''
Anna let out a groan that shows her frustration. '' It's nothing Red, let it go already. ''
'' Alright, you asked for it. ''
Ariel swiftly plucked the phone from her friend's hand, willing to find whatever caused Anna's switch of mood.
'' Ariel! Give it back! '' Anna almost jumped off the bench in panick as she tried to reach for the device but Ariel kept her away with some struggles while her eyes remained firmly on the screen.
'' What the hell is that Anna? ''
'' Give it back! You have no right to look through my things! ''
'' No, I'm not done. ''
'' Ariel! ''
More struggling, pushing and pulling followed until Ariel stopped moving at once. Anna looked worried as she stared at her bestfriend, wondering about all the things going through her head at the moment. And now Ariel understands why Anna looked like she was about about to kill someone a minute ago, for the simple reason that now she was wearing the same look on her face.
'' Ariel? ''
Anna looks confused a moment when the red head abruptly stood up with a glass full of water and stomped towards Cassandra but her eyes widened when she realized what Ariel was about to do and she quickly ran after her. Right now, Ariel was pissed and Anna knew her friend was just as crazy as her in that state.
'' Ariel no! ''
Everything went fast. There was a loud gasp, Cassandra's shirt was everything but dry and now her bestfriend was attacking her rival like a wild animal on the floor of the food court. Yellings and grunts echoed and soon Anna rushed to pull Ariel off Cassandra's body.
'' Let her go! Don't do this! ''
'' You fucking bitch what the hell is wrong with you?! '' Cassandra stuggled underneath Ariel's body.
'' You! That's what's wrong, you filthy bitch! You think Anna is a freak huh? Come one and I'll show you freak! FIGHT! ''
'' Get off me! I don't bloody know what you're talking about! ''
'' You bully me, I can deal with it. But you show up and tell my bestfriend to kill herself, now you're in trouble! ''
Gasps were heard from the crowd that had gathered around to watch the growing fight. A look of panick and pure terror crossed Anna's face and she forcefully grabbed her friend by the elbow.
'' Please Ariel, enough. ''
'' She told you to die Anna, don't tell me it's okay! She told you to fucking die! ''
Of course it's not okay... The words echoed in Anna's head but she didn't find her voice to answer yet. Instead she gave Ariel a pleading look, silently asking her to stop fighting.
'' Everyone stop now! '' Rapunzel shouted, seeing the fight taking a whole new level.
Elsa grabbed her sister from between the two fighting girls to prevent her from being hurt and Flynn picked Ariel up while Kristoff went to help an angry Cassandra back to her feet.
'' Let go of me! '' Anna pushed Elsa away from her.
'' Take them out of here. '' Elsa ordered Flynn and he practically had to carry a struggling Ariel out of the food court.
'' I'll take her. '' Rapunzel placed a hand on Anna's back and Elsa gave a sad glance when her sister leaned into her side instead of pushing her friend away like she did with her. She allowed Rapunzel to take Anna out of the food court and finally, she returned her attention towards Cassandra. A frown took over her facial features as Ariel's words kept playing in her head.
Did Cassie really tell Anna those things?
As hard as it was to believe, Elsa remembered the look on Anna's face when the words came out of her friend's mouth. She looked completly frightened and ready to run out of here and never come back. There must be a reason to that.
What was that all about?
'' Elsa? '' Cassandra hesitantly asked when she saw the way Elsa was staring at her.
'' Come on. '' Elsa grabbed the girl by the shoulders and made her way through the crowd. '' Go back to your business, there's nothing to see here. '' She hissed.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~One hour later~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
OSS! Anna could hardly believe it but she actually got an 'out-of-school suspention'.
She was not directly involved in the fight between Ariel and Cassandra but still involved enough for the principal weselton to suspend her for the rest of the day and tomorrow. And now here she is, sitting in the waiting room of the front office, waiting for Kai to pick her up. Elsa had to take Cassandra to the nurse and Anna knew she will have to answer to a few questions when she comes back but it was the last thing she wants to do.
I could live without it... Anna internally sighed.
'' Anna! '' Snow and Aurora bursted into the room, looking around frantically before rushing to her side where she sat with Ariel.
'' Are you okay? '' Aurora asked.
'' I'm fine. '' Anna replied, still glaring at Ariel across from her on the couch. Aurora glanced at Ariel.
'' What about you? ''
'' I'm okay. '' The red head shrugged, staring at her lap.
'' Do you girls need something? ''
Both girls shook their head. '' No. ''
Snow ran a hand through her silky raven hair and watched the mute girls. '' Is it true what we heard in the food court? Did that Frost girl tell you to kill yourself? ''
'' It's complicated Snow. '' Anna sighed.
'' Did she? ''
'' ... yes. ''
'' Oh my Gosh! '' Aurora gasped. '' That's horrible. ''
'' Hmm... I would have punched the daylight outta her if I was you. '' Snow said thoughtfully. Ariel raised a brow at Anna and the girl rolled her eyes. Anna still refused to adress to her bestfriend.
'' See? Even Snow thinks like me. '' Ariel whined.
'' Yeah... and what you did back there was totally badass. '' Snow agreed. Anna gave the two an incredulous look.
Are they going to team up against her now? Aren't these two supposed to dislike each other anyway?
'' After what happened today, she is definitly not going to join the squad. ''
Anna scoffed at what Aurora said. '' She wants to join the squad? ''
'' She tried out for the flyer spot until you come back but Meg told her that we are too advanced on the routines to restart with her. Though coach Reagan proposed a spot at a base. ''
'' Jeez, she wants everything I have. ''
'' Don't worry, we'll take care of it. '' Aurora smiled, giving Anna's shoulder a small squeeze. Anna responded with a smile of her own but quickly frowned when she suddenly realized something.
'' Girls, aren't you supposed to be in class? ''
'' What? You're our mom now? ''
Aurora laughed and showed her a card. '' Library pass. ''
'' And I'm in the ladies room. '' Snow smirked. '' You know? The one far away from Math's class on the second floor? ''
'' Yeah right, go back to class instead of fooling around in the halls. '' Anna shook her head.
'' Yeah yeah whatever. C'mon Aurora, let's go. '' Snow grabbed the girl's hand and slipped out of the front office, giggling along the way.
'' Snow is kinda cool, I have to admit. '' Ariel hummed, watching the girls leave but apparently Anna was still ginving her the silent treatment.
At the same time, Elsa walked out of the nurse's office and headed towards the front office to find her sister but stopped at the doorway when she heard voices. She peeked in and saw Ariel and Anna sitting on the couch.
'' I'm sorry. '' Ariel blurted out of nowhere. Obviously, Anna's silence was heavily weighting on her shoulders. '' I was pissed and I just- I couldn't help it. Please don't be mad at me, I can't bear having you being mad at me. ''
'' I'm not mad Red. I would have done the same anyway, just like I did with Hans when he bullied Olaf. ''
'' But you're not talking to me... at least you weren't until now. ''
'' I know. '' Anna rubbed her face tiredly. '' I'm just trying to figure out how to tell Elsa. ''
'' She doesn't know about the texts? ''
What? Elsa frowned from behind the door. What texts?
'' No. I've planned on telling her but I didn't think it would be that soon. ''
'' But why didn't you tell her? ''
'' It's been really rough lately at the penthouse with Cassandra. We fought a lot and I was hoping Elsa would see how fake she was but you know how she can fool anyone. ''
'' Pfff. ''
'' Well Cassandra was an angel to my sister's eyes and she was perfect. On the other hand, I was the troublemaker. No matter what, I was always the troublemaker. ''
'' Perfec, my ass! ''
Annna laughed at the disgusted look on Ariel's face.
'' Yeah but Elsa would go blind and deaf for her sweet Cassie but I still hoped she would finally see... I can't believe I will have to show her the texts to make her see the truth. ''
What are they talking about? Elsa was obviously confused.
'' Ms. Elsa? ''
The blonde gasped when she felt a hand on her shoulder and she lightly jumped when she saw kai standing behind her with an amused look upon his face.
'' Oh my God, Kai! ''
'' I'm sorry miss, I did not mean to scare you. I came to pick Ms. Anna up. ''
'' It's okay. She is inside, come on. ''
The girls have stopped talking when they heard the voices from behind the door and Anna started fidgeting with the straps of her backpack when she saw Kai and her sister walking in. It was not kai that was making her uncomfortable but clearly Elsa.
She looked up at her sister and asked. '' How is Cassandra? ''
Ariel rolled her eyes. Why does she ask? The bitch doesn't deserve to have anyone worrying about her. She doesn't deserve anyone's pity, much less from Anna.
'' She is fine. '' Elsa answered. '' Jack is with her. ''
'' I bet he is mad at me. ''
'' He is not happy but then again, you are the one who stopped the fight. You did not start it. ''
'' Yeah. '' Ariel crossed her arm with a huff. '' And if he has a problem with you, tell him I'm the one who started it. I will gladly tell him why I did what I did and let's be honest, I have no regret. ''
'' That's what I'd like to know. '' Jack said, stepping in with his sister in tow. Cassandra stood behind him and looked anxiously at Ariel. '' Why did you attack Cassandra? ''
Ariel glanced at Anna and the girl gave a small nod before standing up.
'' I'll take it from there but first I want to make on thing clear with Elsa. I did push Cassandra in my room the other day but it was not my intention to hurt her. ''
Jack shook his head. '' And you think I will believe that after what your friend did today? ''
'' You're just as blind as Elsa but coming from you, it is expected. ''
'' And what is that supposed to mean? ''
'' She is your sister after all and you must always stand up for your siblings first, this is how it works... most of the times. '' Anna added, directing her gaze towards Elsa. '' Anyway I caught Cassandra going through my things in my room and when she tried to run away, she tripped and knocked into my shelf. If I didn't push her, I believe she would have been knocked out already. ''
'' Why is that? '' Elsa asked.
'' The vase, remember? It fell from the shelf and it was about to hit her head. ''
'' Is it true Cass? '' Jack asked his sister. Cassandra didn't reply but stared at the floor. Probably wishing to be swallowed right now.
Anna sighed. '' I won't bother explaining everything because I tried already, so I will just show you. But really Elsa, I will never hurt someone on purpose with no reason and the fact that you thought so low of me is so disappointing. ''
Anna took her phone out and opened the thread. She glared at Cassandra as she handed it to Elsa, wordlessly telling her that her mask is about to fall. Jack stood next to Elsa to see what she was reading and tears immediatly welled up in Cassandra's eyes, knowing she was doomed and soon will be caught red handed.
And by the look Jack gave her once he was done reading the thread, she could tell that he was not happy with her.
Oh Anna... Elsa's hands were now shaking and a single tear made its' way down her cheek but she quickly wiped it away and took a deep breath. When she looked at Anna, she felt the chills down her spine. Anna was looking back at her the same way she did when she woke up at the hospital after her attempt.
Void of emotions.
And the worst thing is that I feel like I deserve it.
So many things were going through Elsa's head. She doesn't understand why Cassandra said all these things to her baby sister, they were lies. Anna was beautiful and she will never be a weight on her shoulders. How could Cassandra say that her life will be better without Anna in the picture? How could she say that she will replace her? And why telling her to kill herself?
Just why?
'' How could I not see it? ''
'' How? '' Anna hummed, cupping her chin with a hand as if to think. '' I don't know, only you have the answer to that. But to be honest, I don't care. ''
Anna snatched her phone from her sister's hand and gave Ariel a hug. '' I'll call you later, thank you Red. '' She wasn't just thanking Ariel for standing up for her but also for putting her in this position. To tell the truth, she dreaded Elsa's reaction to the texts but now, she was just glad everything was over.
'' No one is allowed to mess with my bestfriend but me, remember? '' Ariel winked playfully, earning a small laugh from Anna.
'' Of course. '' She chuckled. Sparing one last glance towards Cassandra, Anna smiled.
'' Now you have your perfect family and I'm not in the picture... Fortunately. ''
'' That's my girl. '' Ariel said proudly when Anna spun on her heels and waltzed out of the front office. Kai watched silently Elsa, his eyes reflecting confusion and sympathy for the blonde. He has no idea what happened but he knew that the two sisters were going through a rough time.
'' Go after her Kai. '' Elsa ordered in a gentle tone. '' Take her home. ''
Offering a simple nod, the man left and that was it...
Busted!
Anna is finally off the hook but I can't say the same about Cass. Looks like now, she is in trouble. Poor girl.
Anyway that was chapter 26 and I hope you liked it. I'll try to update as soon as I can.
'Till next time... peace lovely readers. :-)