V/The Bay giant
The days following her mysterious arrival in this new world and joining Aang and his friends were a bit strange for Elsa. They had been flying right and left, leaving a bit confused the young woman. It wasn't like her journey to the Enchanted forest with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven where they had been straightforward in their destination. Yet, she found herself growing accustomed to the rhythm of their travels. Despite the fact she knew where they were supposed to go, she wasn't certain if she could comment on the strange way they were travelling. And the peaceful rhythm of the journey allowed her to further bond with the three children.
They were traveling on Appa, flying high above the clouds, with the bright morning sky spreading its cheerful hues across the horizon. As they journeyed, Sokka was at the rear of the saddle, meticulously pouring over his map, while Katara sat nearby, deftly sewing a hole in Sokka's pants. Elsa sat in the middle, lost in her own thoughts, her eyes occasionally drifting towards Aang who was perched atop Appa's head with Momo resting comfortably on his shoulder.
Sokka, at the rear of the saddle, was engrossed in his map, his brow furrowed in concentration. "You have no idea where you're going, do you?" he quipped, directing his question to Aang, who was perched atop Appa's head with Momo on his shoulder.
The young airbender, ever the optimist, responded with a cheerful grin. "Well... I know it's near water," he replied, his tone filled with unwavering confidence.
Elsa glanced over the vast expanse of water they were flying over, feeling a pang of uncertainty. She hesitated to comment on Aang's words. A part of her wondered what was Aang's current project outside of flying to the North Pole. Another part of her reminded herself he was a child and a lively one, a bit like Anna in her young days. It wouldn't surprise her if it was his way of dealing with the burden he was bearing. And that thought was another reason why she wasn't certain to intervene in the handling of the group yet. It wasn't like with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven. Not only was she an adult, but it was obvious to her that those three kids had bonded with each other before encountering her. Even if they were eager and determined to help her, that didn't mean that would be obvious for them to bond with her.
Sokka, catching onto the ambiguity of Aang's response, added sarcastically, "I guess we're getting close then."
Elsa's reaction to Sokka's words was a mixture of amusement and bemusement, finding his sarcasm oddly endearing. Despite the light exchange, she couldn't shake off her inner hesitations. She was the sole adult in the group, and although she felt a sense of responsibility towards Aang, Katara, and Sokka, she also grappled with her lack of knowledge about this new world and that these three children were her guides.
As Elsa glanced at Katara, who was focused on sewing Sokka's pants, she couldn't help but feel a pang of uncertainty. Would she be able to guide them safely through whatever challenges lay ahead? Would her powers be enough to protect them if danger arose?
Suddenly, Aang's voice interrupted her thoughts. "Hey Katara, check out this airbending trick!" he exclaimed excitedly.
Elsa turned her gaze forward to see Aang using airbending to spin two marbles quickly along an equatorial plane, a grin spreading across his face. But Katara seemed oblivious, still focused on her task at hand, sewing Sokka's pants.
"That's great, Aang," Katara replied nonchalantly, her attention still on her sewing.
Aang's disappointment was evident as he stopped performing the trick. "You didn't even look," he said, sounding dismayed.
Elsa felt a pang of empathy for Aang. She understood how it felt to seek validation and acknowledgment, especially when showcasing something you're proud of. She looked at Katara, noticing her lack of enthusiasm, and understood that the waterbender's focus was elsewhere. Trying to comfort Aang, she commented, "Aang, that was amazing! Katara was just focused and missed it. Why don't you show us again?"
Katara glanced up from her sewing, her attention drawn by Elsa's words. She realized that she had unintentionally brushed off Aang's earlier display, and a pang of guilt washed over her. "Sorry, Aang. Please, show us again," she said apologetically.
The young airbender perked up at their encouragement. "Okay, watch closely this time," he said, determination shining in his eyes as he prepared to perform the trick once more.
Elsa smiled reassuringly at Aang, silently hoping that their journey would be filled with more moments of joy and discovery, despite the challenges they might face along the way.
As Aang began to perform the trick again, Sokka, who had been lazily resting with his arms behind his head, waved his arm breezily at the Avatar as if trying to shoo him away. "Stop bugging my sister, airhead. You need to give girls space when they do their sewing," he remarked casually.
Elsa's eyebrows furrowed at Sokka's comment before she shot a glance at Katara, who cast her brother an annoyed glare. "What does me being a girl have to do with sewing?" she retorted, clearly irritated by Sokka's outdated notion.
Sokka, now lazily resting with his arms behind his head, explained, "Simple. Girls are better at fixing pants than guys, and guys are better at hunting and fighting and stuff like that. It's just the natural order of things."
Elsa couldn't help but roll her eyes at Sokka's stereotypical view. However, before she could interject, Katara suddenly smiled sarcastically. "All done with your pants!" she exclaimed, tossing the pants in Sokka's direction. The pants hit him in the face, covering it, as he quickly scrambled to free himself.
"Wait! I was just kidding," Sokka protested, pleading with his sister as he struggled to untangle himself from the fabric. "I can't wear these! Katara, please!"
Aang, ever the peacemaker, chimed in enthusiastically, "Relax, Sokka. Where we're going, you won't need any pants."
Elsa's attention shifted forward as she noticed the growing shape of an island covered with mountains in the distance. "Looks like we're getting close to our destination," she remarked, nodding towards the island.
As Aang yanked Appa's reins to the left, picking up speed towards the island, Elsa glanced back at Sokka, who was still struggling with his pants. She couldn't help but chuckle softly to herself, imagining how her sister, Anna, would have reacted if Sokka had voiced his outdated views on girls to her. The mental image of Anna striking the Water tribe boy in the same way she had struck Hans brought a smirk to Elsa's lips.
Katara caught sight of Elsa's smirk and raised an eyebrow. "What's so funny?" she asked, curiosity evident in her tone.
Elsa's smirk widened into a playful grin as she leaned closer to Katara. "I was just thinking about what my sister would have done if your brother ever said something like that to her," she admitted, her blue eyes twinkling with mischief.
Katara's eyes lit up with interest. "Tell me," she said with eagerness.
While a bit hesitant, Elsa answered with an amused smile, "She would have lashed out at your brother, and perhaps even struck him in the face."
Katara's lips twitched with a suppressed smile before she burst into a fit of laughter. "Oh, I would pay to see that!" she exclaimed, wiping away tears of mirth from her eyes.
Sokka, now free from the entanglement of his pants, protested as he overheard their conversation, protested, "Hey, what's so funny?"
Katara smirked at him, "Elsa told me her sister would have punched you for your comments."
Sokka's expression morphed from confusion to incredulity. He blinked rapidly, trying to process what he had just heard.
"Punched me?" he repeated, his voice rising in disbelief. "But she's a girl! Why would she do that?"
Elsa sighed, shaking her head at Sokka's obliviousness. "Sokka, your views are so outdated," she remarked with a measured voice. "Or are you suggesting I'm couldn't stand my own in a fight?"
Sokka crossed his arms defensively. "You're different. You have magic. That doesn't count."
Sokka's comment elicited a collective groan from the group. Katara rolled her eyes while Elsa remained composed, her expression betraying a hint of exasperation. She however used her powers to freeze the saddle beneath Sokka's lap, causing him to yelp in surprise. He quickly scrambled to free himself from the icy grip. "Okay, okay, I get it! No more sexist remarks, I promise!" he exclaimed, his tone sheepish.
Katara couldn't help but chuckle at her brother's predicament, shaking her head fondly at his antics. "You never learn, do you, Sokka?" she teased, giving him a playful nudge.
Elsa's expression softened as she watched the interaction between the siblings. Despite Sokka's occasional blunders, there was no denying the bond they shared. She used again her powers to make disappear the frost she had created under Sokka, not wanting to bring him discomfort, only giving him a lesson. A part of her regretted to use her powers in such a manner, but it was obvious he needed some chastisement for something he shouldn't assume.
As Appa descended towards the beach, she observed their surroundings with interest. The sandy shore stretched out before them, bordered by towering cliffs and lush vegetation. It was a picturesque scene, and Elsa couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation for the adventures that awaited them on this island.
Once Appa landed, Aang was the first to dismount, followed by Katara. Sokka hesitated for a moment before joining them on the beach, his earlier embarrassment seemingly forgotten in the excitement of their arrival. Elsa took a moment to gather her thoughts before stepping off Appa's back and observed the bay and sea before them. The landscape was beautiful and a bit enthralling.
As Aang gazed out at the sea before them, Elsa noticed a thoughtful expression cross his face. His hand was held against his brow, shielding his eyes from the sun as he scanned the horizon. She wondered what the young airbender was looking for.
Sokka, always one to voice his thoughts, commented to Aang, "We just made a pit stop yesterday. Shouldn't we get a little more flying done before we camp out?"
Katara nodded in agreement. "He's right. At this rate, we won't get to the North Pole until spring."
Elsa considered their words carefully before adding her own opinion. "I agree. We should try to cover more ground while we have the daylight," she suggested, her voice calm and measured.
Aang glanced back at Appa with a reassuring smile. "But Appa's tired, aren't you boy?" he asked, nudging the sky bison affectionately.
Appa grunted in response, though it lacked the conviction Aang had hoped for. Even if a part of her was still concerned about the necessity of the stop, Elsa couldn't help but shake her head at the exchange between the two, her heart-warming at the sight of their bond.
Sokka, ever the sceptic, added sarcastically, "Yeah, that was really convincing. Still, hard to argue with a ten-ton magical monster."
Elsa chuckled softly at his remark, shaking her head in amusement. Despite his scepticism, she knew that Sokka had a deep respect for Appa.
Aang then ran toward the shore. As he moved closer to it, he took a sharp breath and pointed excitedly. "Look!"
Elsa, Katara, and Sokka followed Aang's gaze, their attention drawn to the bay. Aang stood on the beach, pointing and looking at the water where an giant orange fish jumped out of the water and back in, creating a giant splash.
The two siblings stared in awe at the giant fish, and Elsa couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder at the sight. It was a magnificent creature, unlike anything she had ever seen before.
Aang's excitement was contagious as he exclaimed, "That's why we're here. Elephant koi, and I'm gonna ride it. Katara, you've got to watch me!"
Elsa couldn't help but smile at Aang's enthusiasm, his excitement infectious. Despite the fact they were in a world that was plagued by war, moments like these reminded her of the joy of exploration and discovery. A part of her appreciated the stop for admiring this marvel.
Aang disrobed himself and ran up and dove into the water. Elsa averted shortly her eyes, not expecting the young boy to do such move. But she looked back, concerned for him for rushing, especially as he resurfaced and shouted, "Cold!"
Elsa's lips pursed in amusement and concern at the young boy's reaction. Even if she wasn't bother by cold and chill, she knew it was at least autumn season. She looked at the airbender who was resuming his swimming with some worry, hoping he wouldn't catch a cold with his stunt.
She then noticed Katara and Sokka exchanging glances with the water tribe boy making a circular motion near his left temple, signaling to his sister that he thought Aang was crazy. She gently scolded him for his gesture. "Be respectful, Sokka," she reminded him, though her tone was more amused than stern. Sokka pouted nonplussed.
As Aang swam toward the deep waters of the bay where the Elephant kois were, Elsa watched with a mixture of awe and concern. She couldn't deny the bravery and skill it would take to ride such a magnificent creature, but she hoped Aang wouldn't get hurt.
Aang dived under and immediately appeared again, now holding onto the back fin of one of the giant animals as it jumped out of the water before diving again. On the shore, Katara smiled broadly and was impressed at the sight of the young airbender riding the koi fish, while Sokka stared at the scene with an uninterested look and his arms crossed.
Elsa's gaze shifted between Aang's exhilarated expression and the majestic creature beneath him. Despite her worries, she couldn't help but admire the sheer audacity of the young Avatar. Aang was loudly laughing with excitement as they raced through the water, Momo jumping excitedly up and down nearby.
Aang, atop the fish's back, waved at his friends. "Hahaha, hahaha!" his joyful shouts echoed in the bay.
Katara enthusiastically waved back from the shore, cheering him on with a hearty, "Whooh!"
Elsa observed the three koi playfully jumping out of the water before diving, a smile tugging at her lips at the sheer beauty of the moment. Her concerns were still present, but seeing Aang having fun assuaged her and reminded her a bit of Anna when they were younger.
As Aang laughed loudly with excitement, three koi fish playfully jumped out of the water behind him to the left and right. Elsa observed their graceful movements, feeling a sense of wonder at the beauty of nature.
Momo continued to jump excitedly up and down, adding to the lively atmosphere. Katara, who was smiling, addressed her brother who still had his arms crossed.
"He looks pretty good out there," Katara remarked.
Sokka remained unimpressed. "Are you kidding?" he replied lazily, gesturing at Aang in the water. "The fish is doing all the work."
Elsa chuckled softly at the water tribe boy's comment, finding amusement in his scepticism. "Give Aang some credit, Sokka," she declared with a playful tone. "It takes skill to ride like that."
Just then, Katara noticed something behind Sokka and ran off. "No, Appa. Don't eat that!"
Elsa turned around and saw Appa, who was eating some of their supplies. "Appa," she called out in turn with some concern.
Appa grunted in response, though it lacked the conviction Elsa had hoped for. Katara's initiative to stop Appa from eating their supplies warmed Elsa's heart. She admired her friend's sense of responsibility and quick thinking in taking care of their belongings. A part of her felt also sympathy and sadness as she thought about the fact the young girl was perhaps that way because of her mother's death and her father's absence.
Looking back at Aang riding the koi fish in the bay, she wondered if the young Avatar was dealing with the pain of having lost his people that way. It was like Anna and her. Her sister would deal with the issues with excitement and enthusiasm, even though she had also developed some sense of responsibility since the events of the Great Thaw.
Elsa however couldn't shake the impression that the young Avatar was grappling with his own demons, much like she had. It was as if they were all burdened by their pasts, finding solace and release in moments of adventure and joy.
Her attention snapped back to the scene as she observed two koi fish suddenly changing direction, including Aang's, swerving to the bottom-right of the screen, leaving behind one koi fish that continued to race forward. Her heart skipped a beat as the dark shadow of a large body appeared beneath the water's surface directly behind the koi fish.
"What's that?" she muttered.
"There's something in the water!" Sokka exclaimed, his voice tinged with alarm.
Elsa's own reaction mirrored his concern. She felt a surge of adrenaline coursing through her veins as she watched the events unfold before her. Katara, who had returned to her brother's side, looked at Elsa with worry evident in her eyes.
"What's wrong?" Katara asked, her voice filled with concern as she glanced toward Aang.
"Aang's in trouble. Aang!" Sokka shouted, his panic rising.
"Get out of there!" Katara urged, motioning frantically for Aang to exit the water.
Elsa's mind raced as she assessed the situation. Aang was a bit far to hear them and even if he did, she was unsure how quickly he would be able to reach the shore. Without hesitation, she made up her mind and made a sprint towards the bay.
Katara and Sokka exchanged surprised glances, their eyes widening at the sight. Sokka opened his mouth but was stunned by what he was seeing, his mouth wide-opened in disbelief.
As Elsa ran, she felt the familiar rush of power surging through her veins. With each step, she willed the water beneath her to freeze, forming solid platforms as she moved across the bay. Ice crystals spread out from under her feet, creating a stable platform for her to run on.
Katara and Sokka watched in awe as Elsa's powers came into full display. Ice platforms were appearing each time the young woman's feet touched the water as she was making her way directly towards Aang and the mysterious creature lurking beneath the surface.
Sokka's eyes widened in amazement and shock. "Whoa! She's... she's doing it! How that's possible?" he stuttered as he managed to speak out.
Katara was too mesmerized by Elsa running on water to aswer her brother, a part of her agreeing it was like bending and wondering if she could do it.
Unbeknownst to them, five armoured girls hidden at the top of the trees nearby were also watching the fight. Amazement and curiosity flickered in their eyes as they witnessed Elsa's display of power. They had never seen bending like this before, where ice seemed to materialize beneath her feet, creating a path across the water's surface. The warriors exchanged glances, their expressions a mix of surprise and concern, but also admiration for such boldness and bravery.
As Elsa raced forward, her eyes fixed on Aang, she saw him plunge into the water as the koi fish he was mounted atop disappeared beneath the surface. A surge of panic gripped her heart as she watched Aang resurface, gasping for breath, only to find the massive dorsal fin of the unknown creature emerging directly behind him.
"Aang!" Elsa shouted, her voice filled with urgency and fear.
The young airbender turned around, his expression suddenly alarmed as he spotted the looming threat behind him. "Whaaaahh!"
With lightning speed, Aang used airbending to run across the surface of the lake, his feet treading water as he desperately tried to escape the creature's pursuit. Elsa marveled at his display of bending, impressed by his quick thinking in the face of danger.
But the creature was relentless, its massive form surging through the water in hot pursuit of Aang. Without hesitation, Elsa raised her hands, summoning a powerful blast of ice towards the creature.
The blast hit the Unagi, causing it to react violently as it swerved off course. As Aang rushed past her, too focused on fleeing to notice her arrival, Sokka suddenly grew alarmed as Aang collided straight into him, having reached the shore safely.
"Whoa, watch it!" Sokka yelled, stumbling back from the unexpected collision.
Katara, torn between checking on Aang and keeping an eye on Elsa, looked back at the bay, both concerned for her friend and awed at the epic duel unfolding before her eyes.
In the bay, the Unagi raised its head out of the water to confront Elsa, its massive form towering over her like a gigantic snake. Elsa's heart raced as she took in the size of the creature, but she straightened herself, determination flickering in her eyes.
She took a deep breath, channelling her powers and focusing her energy. She extended her hands in front of her, creating an ice wall as her giant opponent struck its attack.
The Unagi struck, its massive body lurching forward with incredible speed. Its attack destroyed the protective barrier, but Elsa's instincts kicked in as she dodged to the side just in time, feeling the rush of water as the creature's tail sliced through the air where she had been standing moments before.
Summoning her powers, Elsa sent another blast of ice toward the Unagi, aiming for its vulnerable underbelly. The creature reacted with a deafening roar, thrashing in the water as her blast struck true.
The Unagi lunged forward, jaws wide open, attempting to engulf Elsa in its powerful bite. But he suddenly unleashed a huge steam of water towards.
Instinctively, Elsa used her powers to freeze the water, but the strength of the strike sent her flying in the water.
The Unagi struggled to break the unexpected ice that was formed in his mouth, allowing Elsa to create a blizzard to blind the creature to her presence and to allow her to escape.
As he managed to painfully free his mouth from the ice by releasing another steam of water, the Unagi turned around, but saw unexpected cloud blinded his view. Roaring in frustrating, the giant eel plunged into the water to find his target.
Elsa took advantage of the distraction to summon another platform of ice to rise from the water before rushing towards the shore where her companions were witnessing the fight.
But the Unagi wasn't about to let her escape that easily. With a menacing growl, it lunged forward once more, its massive jaws closing in on Elsa with terrifying speed.
Elsa dodged the attack narrowly, feeling the rush of air as the Unagi's teeth snapped shut just inches from her. While freezing the water beneath her feet to have another platform, she sent a very powerful blast toward the head of the gigantic creature. Her blast stunned the Unagi, making him trash into the water and allowing the young woman to sprint toward the beach.
On the shore, Katara watched the intense battle between Elsa and the Unagi unfold before her eyes, her heart pounding with a mixture of concern and awe. Momo was on her shoulder, equally captivated by the spectacle.
As Elsa summoned her powers and unleashed her icy attacks, Katara couldn't help but be impressed by the precision and control in her movements. She admired the way Elsa stood her ground, determination shining in her eyes as she faced the massive creature. She also noticed with how much ease she created ice and snow without just a flicker of her hands or even her feet, without any of the moves she knew. That made her realize how different from waterbending her powers were.
Beside her, Sokka had recovered from the collision with Aang and joined back his sister. He was now watching the fight with wide-eyed amazement. "Wow, that's some serious ice powers!" he exclaimed, his voice filled with both astonishment and admiration.
Aang, also joining them on the shore, had a mix of relief and curiosity on his face. He had been too focused on escaping the Unagi to witness Elsa's arrival and intervention. "How did Elsa get here?" he asked, his eyes darting between Katara and Sokka. He was stunned by the fact Elsa was fighting a gigantic eel on her own and displaying an impressive show of her powers. It was one thing to see her ice bridge or the map, it was another to see her fighting in such a way.
Katara quickly filled him, "Elsa rushed to protect you from whatever it is to give you time to come back."
Aang's eyes widened as he took in the sight of the ongoing duel. "She's amazing!" he exclaimed, a combination of concern, excitement and gratitude evident in his voice.
As the fight raged on, the group watched with bated breath, their attention fully focused on Elsa and the Unagi. Witnessing the fight was epic and the three children were stunned by what they were seeing, but also concerned as they were worried the fight was unbalanced, especially when they saw Elsa crashing into the water. But seeing her creating a blizzard to make her escape impressed them further, seeing how reactive their new companion was.
The battle reached its climax, with Elsa unleashing a powerful blast at the Unagi, knocking it out into the water. As Elsa sprinted back to her friends on the shore. Katara and her friends cheered, relieved and impressed by what they had just witnessed.
Hidden at the top of the trees, the disguised warriors were stunned in awe and concern, having witnessed a display of bending prowess beyond their wildest imaginations.
As Elsa reached them, Katara, Sokka, and Aang were caught between relief and amazement. While Momo flied from her shoulder, Katara couldn't contain her awe. "That was incredible, Elsa!" she exclaimed, her eyes wide with admiration. "I've never seen such a display of power or bending like that before!"
Sokka, his initial shock giving way to excitement, nodded vigorously. "Yeah, you totally showed that thing who's boss!" he chimed in, a grin spreading across his face.
Aang, his gratitude evident, stepped forward with a grateful smile. "Thank you, Elsa," he said sincerely, his eyes reflecting the relief of having escaped the Unagi's pursuit.
Elsa, though still catching her breath, nodded in acknowledgment, her expression a mix of modesty and determination. "I couldn't just stand by and watch," she replied, her voice steady.
"But Elsa, you rushed into danger without even knowing what that thing was. What if it had been too much for you to handle?"
Hearing Katara's concern, Elsa's gaze softened, her thoughts briefly drifting to her sister Anna's words of caution after her encounter with Bruni. "I know," she admitted, her voice tinged with regret. "But I couldn't let anything happen to any of you. I had to try."
Katara placed a comforting hand on Elsa's shoulder, her concern mingled with gratitude. "We're grateful for your bravery, Elsa," she said sincerely, her gaze meeting Elsa's. "But please, promise me you'll be more careful next time."
Elsa nodded, her resolve renewed. "I promise," she replied solemnly, her eyes reflecting her determination to keep her word.
As the group turned their attention back to the bay, Aang's curiosity got the better of him. "What was that thing, anyway?" he wondered aloud, his gaze lingering on the water where the Unagi had disappeared.
Elsa glanced back at the bay, a shiver running down her spine. "I'm not sure," she admitted, her voice tinged with unease. "But whatever it is, I don't think we should stick around to find out."
Sokka, always ready to heed caution, nodded in agreement. "Yes, let's not stick around to find out," he declared, his tone decisive as he took the lead. "Time to hit the road."
But just as they began to make their way inland, a rustling in the trees caught Elsa's attention. Instinctively, she tensed, a warning on the tip of her tongue.
Before she could react, several figures clad in green kimonos descended from the treetops, ambushing the group with surprising speed and precision. Sokka caught off guard, stumbled backward as one of the warriors pulled him back and knocked him over.
Katara, taken by surprise, was quickly subdued as someone grabbed her arm and pulled her down, her parka covering her head.
Aang, distracted by Katara's struggles, was seized by another warrior, who grabbed him by the collar and held him firmly in place.
Momo, sensing danger, screeched and took flight, only to be swiftly captured in a bag, his head protruding out.
Even though she felt the strain of her fight against that giant eel, Elsa's instincts kicked in as she froze the ground around her in a protective move as she found herself surrounded. Her move worked as one of the warriors who was lunging towards her stumbled on the ice. Taking advantage of the momentary distraction, Elsa trapped her attacker with a swift movement, encasing her in a block of ice from the waist down. But as she turned her attention back to her friends, Elsa's heart sank.
Katara, Sokka, and Aang were already subdued, knocked down and hooded while the other warriors were in a defensive stance, ready to attack but also wary. Elsa was surprised by the fact those warriors were women, but alsor realized that she was outnumbered and unable to protect her friends. Also a bit tired by her fight against the giant snake or eel, she knew she couldn't risk their lives by engaging in a futile battle against these warriors, not when she could accidentally hurt them.
"Stop!" she called out to the warriors, her voice echoing with authority. "If I stand down, will you do nothing to my friends?"
Sokka protested, in spite of being hooded. "Elsa, no!"
But the leader of the Kyoshi warriors stepped forward, her expression serious yet contemplative. "If you surrender peacefully, we won't harm your friends," she finally said, her tone measured.
Elsa's gaze shifted between her captured friends and the determined warriors. She knew she had no other choice. "I promise," she replied, her voice steady despite her wariness.
The warrior leader nodded in acknowledgment, her gaze unwavering. "Then stand down."
Reluctantly, Elsa made the ice around her dissipate, freeing the warrior she had trapped moments before. She then surrendered herself, allowing the other female fighters to bind and blindfold her.