Frozen Shadows

Unlocking the Past

Elsa sought out the Keeper's daughter, Emma, in the palace's eastern wing.

"Emma, I need your help," Elsa said, her voice low.

Emma's eyes sparkled. "What is it, Queen Elsa?"

"I require a key to the third floor," Elsa replied.

Emma's expression turned serious. "The sealed door? But why?"

Elsa's determination shone through. "I must uncover the truth about Bella's spirit."

Emma hesitated before handing Elsa a duplicate key.

"This was hidden away, passed down through our family," Emma said. "Be cautious, Your Majesty."

Elsa's grip on the key tightened. "I will."

Elsa opened the door to the third floor, her heart racing with anticipation.

"I'll check inside," Elsa said, stepping into the unknown.

The others nodded, waiting outside.

Elsa entered the first room, finding herself in King Charlie's chamber.

Portraits of the king adorned the walls, but Elsa's gaze was drawn to a door hidden behind a tapestry.

She pushed the door open, revealing a room filled with dust and cobwebs.

A single portrait caught her eye: Bella, the Odissi dancer.

Elsa approached the painting, mesmerized by Bella's elegance.

Below the portrait, a journal lay on a small table.

Elsa opened the journal, revealing yellowed pages filled with Bella's handwriting.

As she flipped through the pages, a web of intricate patterns became visible.

Elsa's fingers traced the web, sensing a hidden message.

Suddenly, the air seemed to thicken, and the web began to shimmer.

Elsa felt a chill run down her spine.

"Bella?" Elsa whispered.

The room fell silent.

Elsa's gaze returned to the portrait.

Bella's eyes seemed to hold a secret.

Elsa's determination grew.

"I'll uncover your truth, Bella."

Unbeknownst to Elsa, Bella's spirit watched, her presence hidden.