The Deception

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Rumple stood before Bella/Elsa, his eyes locked onto hers.

"Bella, promise me," Rumple said, his voice low and hypnotic. "If you kill the King, you'll leave Elsa's body, freeing her from your grasp."

Bella/Elsa's gaze narrowed. "The King...Charlie."

Kristoff's face fell, realizing Bella/Elsa associated him with the King.

Rumple nodded. "Yes, the King. Promise me."

Bella/Elsa's voice dripped venom. "I promise. I'll kill him."

Robin whispered to Kristoff. "Get ready. We'll use the dummy."

Kristoff nodded, moving to the designated area.

Rumple gestured to Bella/Elsa. "The King awaits. Take your revenge."

Bella/Elsa's eyes blazed as she stalked toward the dummy, dressed in Kristoff's attire.

Robin and Rumple exchanged a knowing glance.

With a fierce cry, Bella/Elsa struck the dummy, her dagger plunging deep.

"The King is dead," Rumple declared, his voice echoing.

Bella/Elsa's chest heaved, a triumphant smile spreading.

But as she gazed at the dummy, her expression faltered.

Suddenly, Elsa's consciousness resurfaced, horror etched on her face.

"No...what have I done?" Elsa whispered.

Rumple's eyes softened. "You've broken free, Elsa. Bella's curse is lifted."

Elsa's eyes widened, and she collapsed, unconscious.

Robin rushed to her side. "Elsa!"

Rumple nodded. "The ritual worked. Bella's influence is gone."

Kristoff's relief washed over him. "Thank the gods."

Joan exhaled slowly. "It's over."

Anna smiled tears. "Elsa's free."

As the group surrounded Elsa, Rumple whispered, "But Bella's spirit...remains, seeking justice."

In the shadows, Bella's whisper echoed.

"My revenge...isn't finished."

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