ROTBFTD : Broken & Beautiful

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Elsa pov 

I, Elsa Arendelle, couldn't believe it was finally here - graduation day. I had made it through the toughest year of my life, and I didn't even know if I'd pass my exams, considering I'd barely attended school. But somehow, I'd managed to scrape through, and now I was sitting in the drama hall, surrounded by my classmates, listening to Mrs. Snow's emotional speech about how she was going to miss us.

Just as I was getting comfortable, Jack leaned over and whispered to me, 'You know, after this speech, there's another one about you.' I turned to him, eyes wide with surprise, and asked, 'Really? For me?' He just smiled and nodded, and I felt a flutter in my chest.

After Mrs. Snow finished speaking, Rapunzel, or Punzie as I affectionately called her, took the stage. Everyone's eyes were on her, and she smiled directly at me before beginning her speech. I gave her a thumbs-up, trying to hide my nervous excitement.

Punzie's words were like a balm to my soul. She spoke about how I'd changed her life, how I'd helped her find her true self, and how I'd made her realize that life was worth living to the fullest. Tears pricked at the corners of my eyes as I listened to her heartfelt speech. I felt seen, heard, and appreciated in a way I never thought possible.

When she finished, I was a mess. I couldn't help but tear up, overwhelmed by the sincerity and love in her words. Punzie had become more than just a friend to me; she was my confidante, my friend , and supportive towards me. 

As we all tossed our hats in celebration, I caught sight of Jack's mother and sister, Lucy, beaming with pride. It was a moment of pure happiness, surrounded by the people I cared about.

But then Jack took my hand, pulling me aside to a quiet spot. His eyes locked onto mine, and I sensed a nervous energy emanating from him. 'I don't know how to say this,' he began, 'but you're truly my girlfriend. You've come a long way from struggling, and now I don't just want to be your boyfriend, but your partner in life.'

My heart skipped a beat as he pointed to the sky, revealing a banner that read, 'Marry me.' I was taken aback, never expecting this proposal from the boy who'd stood by me through thick and thin. I stuttered out a yes, and Jack swept me into a tight hug, planting a kiss on my lips.

After the initial shock wore off, I remembered Fae, the mysterious friend who'd been there for me through my darkest times. I excused myself from Jack's embrace, determined to find her among the students. But she was nowhere to be found. I searched classroom to classroom, my anxiety growing with each passing minute.

It wasn't until I remembered the locker where I'd received her letters that I stumbled upon a envelope from Fae. The vintage envelope was a giveaway, and as I read her words, I felt a sense of closure and gratitude.

Fae's letter was a reminder that I'd overcome my depression, that I'd fought against all odds to be where I was today. Her words of encouragement and support brought me peace, knowing that I had a friend like her rooting for me from afar.

As I rejoined Jack, Punzie, and the rest of our friends, I felt a sense of contentment wash over me. This graduation day was more than just a milestone; it was a celebration of second chances, of true friendships, and of the power of love to overcome even the darkest of struggles.