Frozen Destiny: A Jelsa Tale Written in the Stars (One Shot Stories)

Departure, Unspoken Goodbyes (Part I)

Departure, Unspoken Goodbyes

Jack's POV:

The day of my departure had arrived, casting a shadow of melancholy over my heart. The time had come for me to leave Arendelle, to bid farewell to the enchanting world I had come to cherish, and most of all, to leave behind the woman who had captured my heart-Elsa.

As I stood before her, my gaze met hers, searching for words that would convey the depth of my emotions. But within the confines of our unspoken understanding, the weight of unrequited love loomed heavily. For Elsa was engaged to another, bound by vows and duty, and I could not, in good conscience, complicate her life further.

Elsa's POV:

A bittersweet ache settled within me as I faced the imminent departure of Jack. The man who had brought warmth and companionship to my frozen world was about to leave, and I couldn't find the courage to voice the words that echoed in the depths of my heart. For my duty and the commitment I had made held me captive, preventing me from following the whispers of my soul.

We stood together, the silence between us heavy with unspoken goodbyes. It was as if time had frozen, granting us a final stolen moment before our paths diverged.

Jack's POV:

With a heavy heart, I finally found my voice, the words tinged with a mixture of sadness and acceptance. "Elsa, it's time for me to return to the North Pole. My duty as your guardian has come to an end."

Elsa's POV:

A lump formed in my throat, making it difficult to utter a single word. I nodded, fighting back tears that threatened to spill. "I understand, Jack. You have your responsibilities, and I have mine. Thank you for everything."

Jack's POV:

My heart yearned to reach out to her, to hold her close and confess the depth of my feelings. But reality pulled me back, the weight of unspoken boundaries holding me captive. "You're welcome, Elsa. You will always hold a special place in my heart."

Elsa's POV:

The pain of parting gnawed at me, the words unsaid hanging in the air like a silent promise of what could have been. "You too, Jack. You'll always be a cherished memory."

Jack's POV:

With a sad smile, I took a step back, my voice barely a whisper. "I'll come and visit whenever I can. Take care of yourself, Elsa."

Elsa's POV:

I fought back tears as I watched him retreat, the ache in my heart growing with each passing moment. "I will, Jack. Stay safe."

Jack's POV:

In that final moment, I turned away, summoning the strength to step through the portal that would lead me back to the North Pole. The decision was for the best, even if it tore at my soul. I glanced back one last time, memorizing the image of Elsa standing there, her regal form outlined against the wintry landscape.

Elsa's POV:

I watched as Jack disappeared into the portal, the ache in my heart expanding into an overwhelming void. I wanted to call out, to tell him to stay, but my tongue was tied, and the weight of my obligations held me captive. The tears I had held at bay now streamed freely down my cheeks, a silent testament to the love that would forever remain unspoken.

As the portal closed behind him, the realization settled upon me that I had let the one person who had truly understood me slip away. The unspoken words lingered in the air, haunting me with their absence, and I vowed to carry them with me always, a secret kept within the depths of my soul.

And so, as the world continued to spin, the bittersweet memory of Jack Frost remained etched upon my heart, forever reminding me of the love that could never be.