Elsa's POV
The plane was flying above the clouds. The sun was up and I knew it was about time before the ascension. Glancing over at the sleeping girl on the couch, I sighed. Anna has been coughing non-stop for two hours and I don't want to wake her up now that she finally managed to fall into a peaceful sleep. I wonder if moving her was a good idea.
With another sigh, I stood up and sat beside her. I slowly reached a hand out to stroke her hair but I felt myself frowning at the heath coming from her forehead. It wasn't that bad but she was warm nonetheless.
'' Anna? '' I tried to be as gentle as possible and rubbed her arm up and down. '' Anna wake up. ''
'' Wha- huh? '' Her eyes opened and she blinked a few times. '' Elsa? ''
I smiled. '' Hey. ''
'' Are we about to land? ''
'' Yes. ''
'' What time is it? ''
'' Nine thirty. ''
'' Oh still morning. '' She muttered, pushing herself up into a sitting position and groaned at some obvious pain.
'' Easy there. How are you feeling? ''
'' Like someone has put an alarm in my head and I can't turn it off. '' She let out a groan as I helped her back to her seat, so she could buckle herself in. I grabbed a pillow and handed it to her to rest her head on it. '' Do we have something like coke to get rid of that itchy feeling in my throat? ''
'' Certainly not! ''
'' We don't? ''
'' We do. '' I nodded. '' But you won't have it while you're sick, that will do no good to your throat but I can give you your medecine and some water. ''
'' Okay that works too. ''
I admit I was a bit taken aback when she didn't put up a fight but then again, in her state, maybe she was just too tired to care. So after the hostess brought a small bottle of water, Anna took her medecine, downing the whole bottle until there was no drop of water left.
'' Do you need more? ''
'' No, that's fine. '' She shook her head and I could tell she immediatly regretted it if I believe the way she rubbed her temple.
'' Maybe it wasn't such a great idea to make this trip. ''
'' Are you kidding me? You woke me up at three in the morning and now we're here, don't you dare tell me it's a bad idea and... and where are we anyway? ''
Just as she finished asking her question, the plane started its' ascension. While high above, the sky was bright blue, as soon as we passed through the impressive mass of clouds, it was another story. A city came to view as well as a few familiar buildings.
'' New York! '' Anna gasped, her eyes as wide as saucer plates when she stared out the window. '' Oh my Gosh, we're in New York Elsa! ''
'' I know. ''
Okay now that I see this smile, maybe the trip isn't totally a bad idea after all.
We admired the exeptional view the skyline offers as we observe the huge city below, which was also covered with a mass of white fluffy blanket. It's not everyday you can witness such a beautiful and unique sight.
'' Ooh oh look, it snowed! '' She squealed, her laugh sounding like music to my ears. I just chuckled at her childish behavior as she tried to put her face as close to the window as she possibly could, eating every second of it.
'' It's the surprise? '' She asked.
'' Do you like it? ''
'' I love it! '' She tried to move to give me a hug but no matter how much I wanted it, I stopped her.
'' Nope stay buckled. '' I pointed the belt. She didn't think anything of it as she was back to gushing about with her face stuck to the window.
The plane smoothly made its' ascension and soon we landed on the tarmac of the airport without trouble. By the time we entered the hangar that will hold the plane during our stay in NY, Anna was litterally shaking. Not from the cold thankfully but from excitment. when the plane stopped completely and the door opened, she was already out of her seat.
'' Alright let's go. '' She leaped towards the exit.
'' Anna wait! '' And she is out. Great!
Of course my words fell on deaf ears. I rolled my eyes and grabbed my things along with her discharged scarf and followed after her. I heard her squeal from the outside and I couldn't hold a smile, knowing she's found the other surprise.
'' Auntie Ingrid! ''
I stepped onto the solid groung to find a blonde older version of our mother scooping my sister up for a hug. Our aunt hasn't changed one bit since the last time we saw her and for a woman who is in her mid-forties, she looks like she was in her late-thirties. It is good to see a familiar face.
'' Oh my, you're still as cute as I remember sweetheart! Oh but you've grown a bit too, where did these chubby cheeks go? '' Aunt Ingrid gushed over Anna, pinching her cheeks. '' Oh there they are. ''
'' They're not chubby auntie. '' Anna giggled and I found myself laughing as well. Wrong thing to do. Aunt Ingrid's head snapped towards me and I wince when I saw the look on her face.
Oh no... please don't do this. I silently prayed, preparing myself for what's coming.
'' Aww my sweet darling girl! '' She ran towards me. I saw my sister giggling at my fate by the corner of my eyes when our aunt gave me the same treatment. Thanks God, I am not a light feather like Anna or else my feet wouldn't be touching the ground right now.
'' Hi aunt Ingrid. '' I smiled, leaning back from the hug. '' It is nice to see you again. ''
She smiled brightly and took a step back to look at me. '' Wow you've grown into a nice lady over the last year Elsa, men must be falling dead over hills for you. ''
'' Uuuhh... ''
I, Elsa Arendelle am utterly speechless.
'' It is good to see you too darling. '' She said softly and kissed my forehead.
'' Wooh it's really cold here. '' We both turned to Anna who was rubbing her hands together to warm up.
'' Talking about cold, come here sick girl. '' I hooked a finger in the back of her coat and pulled her towards me before she could protest. '' Keep that around your neck. '' I wrapped the scarf around her.
'' But- ''
'' Leave it there Anna. '' I give her a stern look.
'' Oh poor thing, you're sick? ''
'' Yes she is. '' I replied to my aunt's question.
'' I feel better now that we're in New York. '' Anna quickly said, flashing an innocent smile to our aunt.
'' Oh sweetheart but you still have to stay warm even if you feel better. ''
'' Yeah, yeah. Can we go shopping? ''
I mentally rolled my eyes at that. New York rhymes with shopping and this is the main reason why Anna loves being here. Not that I mind anyway because even I can't resist a stop by my favorite avenue. The fifth that is.
'' Yes. '' I nodded. '' We need to get clothes anyway but before that, we need to get something into that stomach of yours. ''
'' Come on my darlings, you must be freezing. '' Aunt Ingrid led us to the black limo. Being the over-excited girl Anna naturally is, she was in in a heartbeat. '' Wow looks like we have a happy girl there. ''
'' Yes it's like New York can heal any illnes these days. '' I chuckled. '' Anyway, thank you for coming and helping me planning everything.''
'' Anything for my nieces. ''
I smiled gratefully and followed after her once she was in the car.
Anna's POV
New York city! This is quite a surprise huh? Hours ago, I was in Cali and now I am in the big apple. The Christmas theme was all over the place and I found myself enjoying the spirit. I love New York but today, it's even more special because we get to spend times with aunt Ingrid. She is a cool aunt and I missed her a lot, we're so going to make up for lost times. Even a sore throat and stupid cold can't overpower that. .
After a nice breakfast at Georgio's, we went for a few hours shopping and while I'm the one who suggested it, my sister is the one who dashed for the first store in the fifth avenue as soons as a pair of black suede Jimmy Choo caught her attention. Go figure... also I never went shopping for clothes with Elsa before and I found out today that when she is into it, she doesn't joke.
She is really into it. And she can be a neat freak when it comes to quality.
'' I think we have enough clothes. '' I moaned from the armchair I was sitting on and watched as a woman tried to convince Elsa that a yellow cloak would suit me like a glove.
'' Anna come here please, I promise it's the last. ''
'' I have at least four cloaks and three winter coats already Elsa! '' I rolled my eyes. Even for me, big fan of shopping, it was too much.
'' Don't you want to try this one? '' Elsa asked and I cringed at the color. At the look on my face, she understood rigth away and shook her head as well. '' Okay no, I got it. ''
'' Don't you have this one in pink or purple? '' Aunt Ingrid asked.
Actually purple sounds good and they will match perfectly with my purple mittens.
I flashed a smile in Elsa's direction and she turned to the woman with a questioning look. '' So? ''
'' Of course. ''
Finally I walked out of the store with my new cloak on.
The driver took our bags to the limo and we went to the mall to pick up decorations. Parents were dragging whining kids around as they cried because of a toy they saw and eventually, the puppy eyes and pouty lips won. It was really funny to watch.
'' You know you were just like these kids. '' Elsa nudged me. '' Only you used to throw tantrums over chocolates and ice cream. You were quite the baby. ''
'' Yeah whatever. '' I huffed.
'' A tiny little baby. '' She laughed. I was about to retaliate when aunt Ingrid cleared her throat.
'' You're the one talking darling. '' She remarked while giving Elsa an amused look. '' You used to do exactly the same, maybe worst. ''
'' Excuse me? ''
'' Really? '' I asked, wanting to know the story.
'' Oh dear. Your sister threw the biggest temper tantrum in FAO Shwarz because your father refused to buy Shilo. ''
'' Oh God! '' Elsa hided her face in her hands in embarassment, mumbling incoherent words.
'' Wait the pink poney Shilo? ''
Shilo was the poney Elsa gave me when I was four, I still have it at the mansion.
'' That one. '' Aunt Ingrid nodded, laughing at the memory. '' When your father picked her up, she kicked him in the chin. I swear there were tears in his eyes, poor Agdar. ''
'' Okay kill me now. ''
I patted Elsa's back in mocked sympathy. '' It's okay, you'll live. Though now I know why daddy hated Shilo. ''
'' I think I'm going to look for baubles and lights. ''
'' Wait Elsa. '' We followed her as she tried to be swallowed by the insane crowd. Aunt Ingrid just laughed as I tried to keep myself from laughing as well. That's what Elsa got for making fun of me.
'' So sweetheart, do you want to know more stories about your big sister as a littld girl? '' Aunt Ingrid hooked her arm with mine. '' There was this time on her six birthday we went to disneyland and- ''
'' Shut up! '' We heard Elsa grumbling as she walks faster.
Aunt Ingrid leaned towards me and whispered. '' She forced your dad to do all the rides for kids with her. Then when your mom took her for a ride on the wheel, Elsa threw up all over your mom's dress. She drove them crazy. ''
'' Oh man! '' I bursted to laugh. I would have given my stash of chocolates to see that.
Laughters feel the air as we walk with no real direction in mind. Just goofing around with my family and enjoying the present. Really, if this is how Christmas Eve is going to be, I take it.
Normal POV.
'' Did you girls have fun? ''
'' I haven't had so much fun since forever. '' Anna sighed happily as she sat on a bench next to their aunt.
'' Well that's good then. '' Elsa smiled.
After the mall, Elsa took them to the Rockefeller ice skating rink. Compared to her sister's gracious and perfect skating skills, Anna was clumsy and strangely, her butt seems to be attracted to the icy and slippy ground. Though it didn't stop her from having fun and with Elsa's help, she learnt to skate on her own in a record time. Aunt Ingrid choosed to watch them and it was quite intertaining for the woman.
'' Where did you learn to skate like that Elsa? Your teacher must have been a great teacher right? ''
'' Yeah where? '' Anna looked at her sister curiously.
'' You know where aunt Ingrid. '' Elsa rolled her eyes.
Ingrid hummed. '' The apprentice surpassed the master... yeah I was a great teacher indeed. ''
Anna's eyes widened and a small gasp escaped from her mouth when she put the pieces together.
'' You taught Elsa? ''
'' Isn't that a surprise? '' Elsa smirked before waving her hand to change the subject. '' Anyone wants hot chocolate? I'm going to get some at the cart over there. ''
'' Me! '' Anna quickly replied and turned towards the other woman. '' Aunt Ingrid, want some? ''
'' Why not? ''
'' I'll be back. '' Elsa nooded and left the two alone?
Anna watched silently as her sister walks away with a smile on her face, just thinking about all the fun she had since this morning but seconds passed and the smile slowly faded to let a small frown take over and it didn't go unnoticed by Ingrid.
'' What is wrong sweetheart? ''
'' Huh? ''
'' What's in that little head of yours? ''
Anna bit her lips and stared down at her lap. '' I missed her. ''
'' Elsa? ''
'' Yeah... I know it's silly. But we've been through a lot and the world seems to be against us lately, we kinda got lost in the way. I mean not literally lost but... you know? ''
Ingrid listens carefully as she spoke '' I see what you mean. '' she chuckled and slided two fingers under the girl's chin, tilting her head up. '' Can I tell you something? ''
'' Of course. '' Anna nodded.
'' Sometimes we do silly things and say things we don't mean but with time and distance, we realize our mistakes and sometimes we think it's too late to fix them. The truth is, it's never too late until you decide it. ''
'' Why do you tell me this. ''
'' Because a bird told me about a few mistakes that she made. '' Ingrid glanced at Elsa in distance for a second before returning her attention to the younger girl. '' She called me last night and asked me how I managed to be a perfect big sister to your mother. ''
'' Elsa? '' Anna asked and the woman nodded slightly.
'' You know what was my answer Anna? '' Ingrid asked.
'' No. ''
'' My answer was, I wasnt a perfect big sister. There's no such thing as perfect big sisters. I tried to be the best I could, nothing much. I made mistakes too. ''
'' You did? But mama said you were perfect, how can you make mistakes? ''
'' I thought she was perfect too. '' Ingrid simply shrugged. '' We were perfect in our own ways with our imperfections but it doesn't mean we didn't make mistakes because I made a few. I still remember this day as if it was yesterday when I left her in L.A. I just started my first year in university. ''
'' I don't understand. ''
'' Your mom begged me to stay and I left because I couldn't bear living with our father anymore. When I came back, she was pregnant with Elsa and I hated myself for missing so much. She was still my precious baby sister and she was pregnant. ''
'' You mean things would have been better if she wasn't pregnant? '' Anna asked defensively.
'' No sweetheart, never. '' Ingrid replied, earning a sigh of relief from the girl. '' Things would have been better if I stayed. ''
Ingrid felt the tears prickling in her eyes and she wiped them away before they could fall. Thanks to the genius who invented waterproof make up.
'' I made mistakes and there is one I still haven't forgave my self about yet. ''
'' Which one? ''
'' I regret that I wasn't there at the funeral with you. Idun was your mother but to me, she's always been my babygirl. I didn't want to believe that she was gone and that I've lost her forever. It's still hard to accept the reality. ''
'' We knew it was hard for you too aunt Ingrid. '' The girl reassured her. '' We can't be mad at you for that. ''
'' But you needed me. I know what happened in L.A, I read magazines and watch the news. ''
Anna frowned thinking about her attempt but she pulled on a brave face and grabbed her aunt's hand. '' I am fine now and I am sure that mama would forgive you. ''
'' I know. '' Ingrid smiled sadly. '' When I found her after I left for New York, she forgave me as soon as she saw me even if I didn't deserve it. She said 'You can screw up over and over again, I'll still forgive you because at the end of the day, you are my sister' ''
'' Mama said that? '' Anna asked. She could almost hear their mother's voice as Ingrid spoke. The woman swallowed, blinking back tears and brushed Anna's hair that stuck out from under her winter hat.
'' Yes honey, your mother said that and then I spent the following years fixing my mistakes. ''
'' It's... ''
'' Beautiful, isn't it? ''
'' Yes. ''
'' Elsa made mistakes too and she is trying to fix them now. She will probably make more in the future and so will you. This is life but it's never too late to ask for forgiveness or to forgive, as long as you're still breathing and living, it's never too late. ''
Anna pursed her lips together as her mind pondered on what her aunt said. Why is it so hard to forgive? She didn't have much troubles forgiving Snow and Adam, so why is it so hard to forgive Elsa? Does it have to be so damn hard when it comes to your loved ones? She has many reasons to be mad at Elsa for what she did but she always tried to fix her mistakes. Isn't that a good reason to forgive?
'' Hey. '' Elsa came back with their hot chocolates, unaware that she just snapped her sister from deep thoughts.
'' Ah there you are dear. '' Ingrid smiled at her niece.
'' I wasn't long, was I? ''
'' No. '' Anna replied, standing up from the bench. '' Can we leave now? I'm kinda cold. '' It wasn't a lie, breathing with a runny nose in the cold winter was very uncomfortable.
'' Of course. '' Elsa nodded. '' Here's your chocolate, careful it's still hot. ''
'' Thanks. ''
Elsa handed their aunt a mug and the trio were off to their place.
The day went by pretty fast, too fast even. Ingrid's place was where the family always stays at whenever they come to New york and it's not going to change now. Ingrid occupies the top floor of the Arendelle palace in Manhattan wich is the first palace Agdar brought to life. The building belung to their aunt before it was given to the girls' father on two conditions.
First, she will still own the top floor of the building and that includes the roof. Second and most important, he must be a loving husband to her only sister Idun and be a caring father to their future children. These were the only conditions Indrid asked from him and he finally got something to start with.
Now looking at the miracles her late brother-in-law did with his own hands, she doesn't regret it her decision.
'' Auntie what do ya think? ''
'' Hmm? '' Ingrid lifted her eyes from the book she was reading on the couch to look at Anna.
The girl was standing next to the freshly new decorated christmas tree in the corner of the living room with Elsa kneeling on the rug. The lights on the walls illuminated the room as they switch back and forth between red and gold at a slow pace, red garlands dressed the tree with white and red baubles. Instead of a star, an angel took possession of the top of the tree, looking like it was floatting in the air.
'' What do you think of the tree? ''
'' Oh sweetheart, this is wonderful. You girls did a great job. '' Ingrid said truthfully.
Elsa grins. '' See? I told you she'd like it. ''
'' Yep. '' Anna cupped her chin in a hand and contemplated their works. '' It does look great. Oh! Come on, let's take a picture. '' She mentions her sister and aunt to stand by her side in front of the tree.
'' Oh Anna I don- ''
'' Stand up lady. '' Ingrid pulled Elsa up, ignoring her protests.
Anna stood between the two blonde figures and held her phone in front of them. '' Alright, ready? Say selfie at three. ''
'' Oh come on... ''
'' Focus Els! '' Anna chastised and Elsa eventually gave in with an eyeroll. '' I'll count now... one, two, three. ''
'' SELFIE! '' The three occupants of the room repeats in chorus. Anna took a few pictures of them smiling and one with them doing silly faces before she admires the results.
'' I think we should print these out, don't you think? ''
'' Absolutely! '' Anna agreed with her aunt.
'' I need more pictures on these walls. ''
'' Not the silly faces though. '' Elsa hummed and turned to give a sharp look to her sister. '' And these better not end on facebook. ''
'' Having fun with my aunt and silly sister. '' Anna mumbled, while tapping her fingers on the screen of her phone. '' You said Elsa? '' She asked when she was done with wathever she was doing.
'' Oh my God! Did you put the pics on facebook? ''
'' No, just the one with the silly faces though. Why? ''
Elsa facepalmed.
When the night came and the colorful lights claimed the city, the sisters and their aunt went down to the restaurant of the palace where a fancy buffet was served for this special event. The choices were numerous and that goes from the starters to the mains, seafood, desserts and drinks. Eating everything in one night would be a real challenge.
Sometimes in the middle of a conversation between Anna and Ingrid, Elsa politely excused herself to leave the table. Her little sister watched as she walked over the stage made for the orchestra hired for this occasion and mention a guitar player to join her.
'' What is she doing? '' Anna asked her aunt curiously.
'' I don't know. '' Ingrid replied but by the grin on her face, it was clearly a lie.
Elsa whispered something to the man standing next to her as two stools and micro stand were brought up the stage. She gracefully sat on it, crossing her legs and cleared her throat.
The restaurand fell silent.
'' Good evening everyone. '' Elsa started. '' I am Elsa Arendelle and tonight is a special night that must be shared with our loved ones. It's not all about presents and glittering but love. Please if you are with your loved ones tonight, take a moment to take them in your arms and tell them how much you love them because... maybe tomorrow will never come. ''
'' Aww that's my sister. '' Anna placed a hand on her chest, where her heart was and smiled.
'' She is beautiful right? ''
'' Yes she is. ''
Elsa glanced at their table, her eyes meeting her sister's.
'' I am Elsa Arendelle and tonight, I am not a young business woman. I am not a student in her senior year at Aren university. I am not the head of a billion dollars company. Tonight I am the sister of a girl named Anna, my snowflake and this song is for her. '' She nodded at the guitar player.
The boy started to play a soft melody and his fingers seem like they were barely touching the strings, ghosting over them like a breeze. Elsa looked back at Anna and her eyes never left her. She took a breath to let her voice fill the place.
Sometimes late at night
I lie awake and watch her sleeping
She's lost in peaceful dreams
So I turn out the lights and lay there in the dark
People stared at Elsa in awe as if they were looking at a strange yet, beautiful creature. This young woman standing before their eyes has the voice of an angel, how could it be hidden to the world for so long.
And the thought crosses my mind
If I never wake up in the morning
Would she ever doubt the way I feel
About her in my heart
If tomorrow never comes
Will she know how much I loved her
Did I try in every way to show her every day
That she's my only one
'STOP!' Anna wanted to say because she knew how it's going to end but the girl was speechless and she could only stared back.
And if my time on earth were through
And she must face this world without me
Is the love I gave her in the past
Gonna be enough to last
If tomorrow never comes
Anna has no idea when the rest of the orhestra joined in the song because she had eyes only for her sister and now they were teary and blurry. This is why she wanted her sister to stop. She almost wanted to curse at Elsa for making her cry but she couldn't. It was too beautiful and enchanting not to be amazed.
'Cause I've lost loved ones in my life
Who never knew how much I loved them
Now I live with the regret
That my true feelings for them never were revealed
People thought it was beautiful because it simply and truthfully was but to the sisters, it means so much more. Anna knew these words were dedicated to their dear parents and this simple detail made the song way more beautiful and meaningful. Ingrid had already started to tear up.
Elsa smiled sadly when she saw her baby sister crying. Carefully, she took the micro off the stand and slowly made her way back to their table at a steady pace as she kept singing. The audition was singing along with her now and a few couples were dancing not far from where she was.
So I made a promise to myself
To say each day how much she means to me
And avoid that circumstance
Where there's no second chance to tell her how I feel
Reaching a hand out, she wiped tears from the girls face and pulled her up with her. Anna's lips were quivering now and everyone 'Awwed' when Elsa wrapped her free arm around her in order to comfort her but the gesture only made de girl cry harder.
If tomorrow never comes
Will she know how much I loved her
Did I try in every way to show her every day
That she's my only one
And if my time on earth were through
And she must face this world without me
Elsa Gently patted her sister's shoulder to make her look up because she needs Anna to look at her when she will sing the next words.
Is the love I gave her in the past
Gonna be enough to last
If tomorrow never comes
Finally she looked up at her amazed audition to sing the last part.
So tell that someone that you love
Just what you're thinking of
If tomorrow never comes
Elsa's voice lingered on the last note and slowly faded until no sound could be heard but Anna's sobbing. People rise from their seats and clapped at the amazing singer that took them to a magic land with her voice. Even a few of them had tears in their eyes, it was understanble though.
They've been shocked by Elsa's angelic voice.
'' I love you snowflake. '' She whispered, kissing her sister's forehead.
'' I love you too. '' Anna cried into Elsa's neck.
Elsa reached a hand out for Ingrid and the woman didn't hesitate to take it. Standing up as well, she wrapped her arms around the girls, silently thanking Idun for giving her two beautiful nieces. Two girls to share the exceptional bond only two sisters could understand. A bond she once shared with her own sister until fate took Idun away from her forever.
At least she still have her nieces.
Next morning
'' Anna? ''
'' Hmm... ''
'' Wake up snowflake. ''
'' No, go away! '' The girl grumbled, burrying her face deeper under the covers.
'' Come on young lady, it's Christmas morning. ''
'' Dun care! ''
Anna opened her gifts right after midnight last night, one of them being the new golden name bracelet around her wrist and the necklace around her neck. Elsa got a jeweler to fix her broken necklace their mother gave her and added another silver snowflake pendant to it. She had other presents but these were the bests. And because all of her presents were opened, she didn't care if it was Christmas morning.
Elsa rolled her eyes when her sister refused to get up and she unceremoniously let hersel fall on top of the girl.
'' Hmmpff! Arrgh ElSA! '' Anna groaned pushing her sister off her body.
'' Come on... ''
'' No! ''
'' Fine then. '' Elsa stood up with huff. '' I'm gonna build a snowman on my own. ''
A smirk appeared on her lips when a mass of blankets was thrown onto the floor and a blur of strawberry-blonde tornado flew past her and around the room. Elsa sat back on the bed and pretended to watch her nails when Anna reappeared heavily dressed into winter clothes and boots.
'' A snowman you said? '' She grinned.
'' Nope. ''
Anna pouted. '' Oh come on, please! ''
'' Please what? '' Elsa looked up from her nails, pretending to be confused.
'' You know what! ''
'' I'm sorry I don't understand. ''
'' I want to build a snowman... ''
'' And is this how you ask? I recall hearing a little girl asking me to build a snowman in a sing song voice. ''
'' Oh! '' Anna grinned from ear to ear. '' Elsie? '' she asked in a small voice.
'' Snowflake? ''
The girl started to sing. '' Do you wanna build a snowm- ACHOOO! '' A sneeze cut throught the song, emitting a groan from the girl.
Elsa smiled, kissing her nose. '' That was close, come on. Let's build that snowman. '' Elsa took Anna's hand and dragged her towards the snow covered terrace on the roof, giggling as they did so.
Ingrid watched the girls form behind the panel glass door as they fool around in the snow. The way Elsa smiled at her sister's childish laugh was familiar to her. Glancing down at the picture in the pendant of her necklace, a woman with hair similar to Anna's and bright blue eyes smiled back at her. Ingrid realized that Elsa has inherit her smile from her mother and this realization brought tears to her eyes.
'' You have beautiful children Idun. " She whispered, brushing her thumb against her sister's picture. '' You'd be so proud of them. ''
Ingrid could almost hear a soft voice replying to her 'I am proud of them.'
She laughed at her imagination and shook her head. '' Now I'm hearing voices. You must think I'm crazy or be laughing at me right now huh? Oh Idun I miss you so much, every single day. I can't wait to see your pretty face again my babygirl. ''
'' AUNT INGRID! '' A voice she recognized as Anna called out and when she looked up, she saw the girls waving at her. '' COME ON! ''
Smiling, Ingrid waved back. Glancing down one last time at Idun's picture, she placed a light kiss on it. '' Looks like your daughters need their aunt. '' She whispered again. '' Merry Christmas my darling, I love you. ''
And the pendant was closed.
'And I love you more.'
Ingrid's breath hitched in her throat and she gasped at the warmth that suddenly engulfed her body. If she closes her eyes, she could imagine -and feel Idun's arms around her like she did everytime she used to hug her from behind. Then she would lean her head against her own and rest her chin on her shoulder.
'' Yeah that's right, I'm going crazy. '' Ingrid mumbled and wiped her tears before she decided to join the girls outside.
However, as soon as she stepped a foot out, she was hit in the chest by something cold. Very very cold, icy even.
'' Oh my God, Aunt Ingrid! '' Elsa's gasped as the ball she was meant to throw at her sister hit the older woman. Anna's eyes widened as she looked between her sister and her aunt.
'' Uh oh... ''
Ingrid shuddered and raised a brow at her niece.
'' Damn now that's a scary eyebrow. '' Anna whispered under her breath.
'' Who did that? ''
'' Uuhh. ''
'' Not me. '' The girl quickly took a step back and pointed an accusing finger at Elsa. The blonde glared at her.
'' Elsa? ''
'' Aunt Ingrid? '' Elsa tried to smile but it came out more like a grimace.
Ingrid slowly approached her niece. '' I was also called the Snow queen before and it's not because I was a star at ice skating. ''
Elsa gulped. '' Can we talk about how sorry I am right no- ''
'' Run for your life dear. ''
'' What? ''
'' Run Elsa, run! '' Anna bursted to laugh when Ingrid started to chase after her sister around the terrace. Yep Elsa doesn't look intimidating now, does she?
Funny how the former Snow queen was running after the new Snow queen. That is something the girl will never forget.
Anna was glad how everything turned out finally. This is her family and maybe it wasn't perfect. Maybe it's been broken a few times and it has many scars to remind them the hard times but it's her family. She was with her loved ones and they were not perfect. It doesn't mater because she wasn't either.
Perfection is boring anyway and Anna wouldn't have it any other way.
'' ANNA BRING YOUR BUTT HERE YOU GOOFNUT! '' You could hear Elsa yelling in the backgroung.
Yep I wouldn't have it any other way...
THE END.
And this was the last chapter.
I bet you recognize the song " If tomorrow never comes " - Always bring tears to my eyes when I think about my bestfriend in France. Damn distance! My angel, if you read this... well you know I LOVE U :D
Of course this is the end of the story but not the end of the sisters' adventures. I decided to continue with a series of one-shots. I don't know when I'll start with the first one though.
Thank you so very much to all the readers and the ones that believed in me, especially the first reader that actually believed in me, Lightning1997. Thank you my friend.
Also thanks to the reviewers, the favorites and followers. You brought me here and I hope it was at least a nice first story. Some of the ideas suggested will eventually be found in the one-shots. Oh and above all, thank you for bearing with me and my mistakes. I cringe everytime I re-read myself. Geez! I'm so sorry...
Anyway I will see you next time hopefully in my future stories. :D
THANKS EVERYONE & PEACE LOVELY READERS!