Ex: Hey snowsparks, I started writing this chapter a while ago, but the last few months weren't kind to me. To make a long story short, I lost my dog to kidney disease and I just didn't feel good enough to write for a while. So, I do apologize for another semi long wait for this chapter. That being said, I hope this chapter can have a happy vibe to it. Of course, it won't help that this chapter has a villain song(I actually love villain songs, but you get my point.) So for the song, It's not one from a Disney movie at all. It's from 20th century Fox's, and Don Bluth's(he's one of my favorite people) Anastasia.
Elsa: I don't think we've watched that one yet.
Ex: Remind me after the chapter. Anyway, if you haven't seen the movie or haven't figured out which son I'm talking about, It's "In the dark of the night." If you want of Female cover to put you in the right mood, I recommend Elsie Lovelock. But enough of me talking about things I enjoy, on with the show!
Disclaimer: Anastasia and In the Dark of the Night are owned by 20th century fox. I claim no rights to owning this movie or song.
"There are four very important words in life: Real love, honesty, truth, and respect. Without these in your life you have nothing -Unknown
Mathias sat in the nook of his window, staring at the snow slowly falling in the early morning light. After all that had happened the day before it became difficult to sleep, and he soon found himself in his usual thinking spot. The winter hunt, Anna's pregnancy, and the demon attack all weighed heavily on his mind as well as his upcoming conversation with Elsa. As if on cue, a knock came at his door and Elsa called quietly from the other side. "Mathias?" she called
"I'm awake." he replied. Elsa entered his room. She joined him by the window and said, "You can't sleep?"
"Yesterday was rather eventful."
"That it was." They were silent for a moment before Mathias said, "So, I have some explaining to do. Where would you like me to start?" Elsa was quiet for a moment before saying, "The nightmares, I know you've been having them again."
"These ones...have been different."
And so Mathias explained his dreams, leaving out no details about the strange voice he'd heard, and finishing with how the shade had sounded similar. "I don't know what to think about that demon last night. I'm sure they have powers and abilities we don't know about." Mathias finished.
"Maybe, but I don't think it's a coincidence." Elsa replied.
"So what should we do?"
"For now, I don't know. If it is just some kind of trick, I suppose there's nothing to do."
"It's probably nothing to worry about, but I promised to tell you."
"Well thank you for being honest with me. Now, we should probably tell the council about last night, as well as our plans to travel. Then we're taking the rest of the day off. We promised to visit Marshmallow today." Mathias smiled thinking about the larger of the two snowmen Elsa had created. "That really was a good throw last night."
"He was proud of it, and so am I." Elsa replied with a laugh. "Tempest's flight speed is improving."
"I'd like to think so." Elsa and Mathias shook a little at the sound of Tempest's voice just outside the window. "I do need something to do up there on the mountain." He says as he perches himself on the outside wall. "Did you even leave the castle last night?" Mathias asked. Tempest shook his head. "A third shade was with the others before they arrived here, but it flew off after I gave chase. I made sure it didn't come back. Those creatures did no damage to the town, but the residents were certainly startled."
"We'll address that with the council as well. Our people need to know that we'll protect them." Elsa said.
"I'm sure they find you more than capable Elsa." Tempest replied.
"Thank you Tempest. Now, I should go get ready for the day. I'll see you in a few minutes." Elsa said as she stood and left the room. As Mathias watched her go, he heard Tempest's voice in his head. 'She is a good queen. Her heart is always with the people of this kingdom.' Mathias nodded and was silent for a moment. 'You did the right thing telling her.'
'I know, you were right.'
'I usually am.'
'Of course you are my wise inner tempest.' Tempest let out a short laugh before speaking, "I'll return to the mountain. As I recall, you promised to visit us up there today anyway." With that he took off into the stormy sky towards the mountain peak. Mathias stood to get ready for the day when Tempest sent one last thought his way. 'And if Marshmallow asks remember, I'm still two demon kills ahead.'
Cyrena sat tensely in a large chair in her private quarters, Tanas floating diligently at her right. Before her appeared another shade, almost cowering as it bowed before its master. "You summoned me, master?"
"Indeed I did."
"What do you ask of me, my lady?"
"Last night I sent you with two others to attack the kingdom of Arendelle. The mission I sent you on was meant to send a message." She stood from her seat and approached the shade. "And the mission was a success. The message was delivered, the snow queen knows we haven't forgotten her." She began to circle the shade, its trembling becoming more evident." But, we do have a problem. I sent the three of you, all meant to die." She stopped her pacing in front of the shade. "And yet, here you are. Why?"
"It was the dragon master. It began to chase us, and I-"
"You what, thought you would decide your own orders? Make the decision to run for yourself?"
"I'm sorry master, I made-."
"A mistake? Indeed you did." She said, turning her back to him. "And as recent events have shown, I cannot afford mistakes." She remained silent for a long moment before turning her gaze to the shade, her eyes glowing brightly. Before he could react, Cyrena extended her hand out into the shades chest. It let out a brief scream before falling limp and crackling into dust. Cyrena's hand remained where the shade had been, absorbing the dark energy of the creature before collapsing to one knee, her breathing heavy. "Did you truly need a reason for that one?" Tanas asked as she stood, her breath still uneven. "I trust only you with the secret of my ailment for now. Random killings will raise suspicion."
"The longer we wait, the more often you'll need to do this."
"You speak as if I didn't already know that. I have enough time, and as soon as I solve my little problem, I have much bigger plans."
Song number(Only one character really sings, with her army of cronies performing the Chorus .)
In the dark of the night I was tossing and turning, And the nightmare I had was as bad as can be.
It scared me out of my wits, a corpse falling to bits. Then I opened my eyes and the nightmare was me!
I am still the most powerful witch in Tonitrus. When king Simon betrayed me he made a mistake.
And yes my curse made him pay, but now that curse is in the way.
But now Elsa beware, Cyrena's awake!
In the dark of the night evil will find her. In the dark of the night just before dawn.
Revenge will be sweet, when my curse is complete.
In the dark of the night, she'll be gone.
I can feel that my powers are all slowly fading. Tie my sash and a dash of perfume for that smell.
As the pieces fall into place, I'll see her crawl into place. Vale aeternum Elsa your grace, farewell!
In the dark of the night, terror will strike her. In the dark of the night, evil will rule.
Soon she will feel, that her nightmares are real. In the dark of the night she'll be through.
In the dark of the night evil will find her. In the dark of the night terror comes true.
My dear hears a sign, it's the end of the line.
In the dark of the night, in the dark of the night.
Come my minions, rise for your master, let your evil shine!
Find her now, yes, fly ever faster!
In the dark of the night, in the dark of the night, in the dark of the night
She'll be mine!
Ex: Okay, I know this wasn't the longest chapter ever, but I feel like I got out everything I needed to say. That and nothing really important was going to happen at some other parts I had written, so I left them out.
Elsa: But that shortens the story.
Ex: Only by a little bit. Anyway, for those of you who keep following me, thank you for sticking by me through my slacking.
Elsa: Seriously guys, he's trying.
Ex: Anyhow, review, follow, possibly favorite? And seriously, reviews, suggestions, and an occasional PM telling me to continue goes along way. Also, I know it's late but merry Christmas! I won't make promises on updates, but I stand by my statement, I will not abandon this story.
Elsa: See you guys next time!