Destinies: Separate Ways

15th Fate: The Heartless Queen

Elsa POV

It all started with the fire-the fire that destroyed everything, the fire that froze everything, the fire we could no longer be stopped. One month had passed since that accident, and now I was on a date at the park with Fian. Unfortunately, Fian was just sitting silently, lost in thought. Ever since the fire, Fian had often been quiet and spacing out, even when he was with me. But I understood how he felt-losing someone he considered a brother wasn't easy. I tried calling his name while gently shaking him.
Elsa:"Fian"
Fian:"Ah, sorry Elsa, I was daydreaming again, wasn't I?"
Elsa:"It's okay, I know losing someone you've considered a brother must be very painful for you"
Elsa:"But you also need to learn how to let go"
Fian:"I know, thank you for always being here for me, Elsa"

Elsa:"You're welcome"
Elsa:"It's hard to believe it's already been a month since that accident"
Elsa:"The others have also gone their separate ways"
Fian:"Are you going leave too, Elsa?"
Elsa:"Maybe"
I saw Fian fall silent after I said that. Even though I still wanted to stay with him, I also needed to start thinking about what I want to do.
Fian:"Do you think we can meet again someday?"
Elsa:"Of course! I'm sure, no matter where I am, you'll definitely find me"
Fian immediately smiled at me after hearing that.
Fian:"If you're that sure, then I can't let you down"
Fian:"Yes! I'll find you, I promise"
I smiled back at him after hearing that.

As night fell, Fian escorted me back home.
Fian:"We're here"
Fian:"Thank you for spending time with me today, Elsa"
I smiled again, then I hugged him.
Elsa:"No problem, Fian. Thank you for the date"
Elsa:"I hope you can eventually let go of the past"
Elsa:"And also, goodbye, take care of yourself"
Fian returned my hug warmly and gently patted my back a few times.
Fian:"Goodbye, Elsa, good luck wherever you go"
Fian:"And once again, I promise, I'll find you"
We released our hug, smiled at each other, and then Fian left.
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A week had passed since my farewell with Fian, and now I was in a city called Allenolla, a beautiful port city located at the foot of a mountain with eternal snow at its peak. No matter how many times I looked at the snow-covered mountain peak, I was always mesmerized by it, as none of the cold air from the mountain descended into the city, making the city so warm.

A young girl approached me as I was gazing at the snowy mountain peak.
???:"That mountain is very beautiful, isn't it"
Elsa:"It is, it's amazing how all the snow and ice on top of that mountain doesn't come down and disrupt the warmth of this city at all"
???:"It's all thanks to the sacrifice of the Snow Queen"
Elsa:"The Snow Queen?"
???:"That's the legend of this land. Long ago, this land was constantly plagued by endless snowstorms, and the snow creatures from the mountain's peak would always descend to raid the city"

???:"Until one day, the Queen of this land sacrificed herself to gain the power of the mountain so that she could control the ice and snow"
???:"The Queen managed to obtain the power she desired, and ever since she gained her powers, the snowstorms that constantly struck this land gradually stopped, and the snow creatures that used to raid this land ceased coming as well"
???:"However, sadly, because of that power, the Queen became scared, scared of hurting anyone, so she left and secluded herself at the top of the snowy mountain"
???:"People say that anyone who manages to reach the mountain's peak will find the Snow Queen's castle and might even meet the Queen if they're lucky"
Elsa:"That's such a sad story"
???:"I agree, but I really believe that the Snow Queen is real, and is always watching over us"
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After several weeks of staying in Allenolla, a sudden and powerful snowstorm occurred without any warning. The villagers became quite panicked because there hadn't been a snowstorm like this in years, so they decided to check what was happening at the mountain peak. Since I was also curious, I joined them to investigate the mountain, thinking I might get a chance to meet the Snow Queen.

When we arrived at the mountain, we saw several large silhouettes approaching us through the heavy snowstorm. The villagers immediately prepared to fight, assuming the silhouettes were snow creatures. Meanwhile, as I looked more closely, I realized the silhouettes belonged to members of the tribe living near the mountain's peak. They often wore thick fur coats, and due to being covered in snow and obscured by the storm, they looked like snow monsters. I tried to inform the villagers about it, but I suddenly fell and tumbled into a strange place.

When I regained consciousness, I found myself in a room entirely made of ice. In front of me was a very beautiful woman sitting on a throne also made of ice, wearing a stunning white gown. Her skin was pale, and she smiled sadly at me.
???:"I am very sorry about this, but it is now your turn"
The moment she said that, the woman's face instantly transformed into mine, but with snow-white hair and icy blue eyes. I became even more confused upon seeing this, and before I could comprehend what was happening, I found myself back on the mountain with the villagers and the mountain tribe kneeling around me.
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I still didn't understand what was happening, but everyone started calling me the Snow Queen, and they escorted me to a palace on top of the mountain. At first, I was amazed when I saw the grandeur of the ice palace, but then I was shocked when I realized the inside of the palace was exactly the same as the place where I had fallen and met that woman earlier. Not only that, but I was also stunned when I saw my reflection in the ice mirror because my appearance was exactly the same as what I saw after meeting that woman. My hair had turned white, my eyes were blue, and I was wearing the same white gown as her.

A month had passed since I became the "Queen," and even though I lived in the ice palace at the peak of the mountain, I didn't feel cold at all. In fact, I felt quite comfortable here. The villagers and members of the snow tribe often came to visit me and brought me food, so I didn't feel too lonely. Not only that, but somehow I had gained the ability to control ice and snow at will, and I began redecorating the palace using my newfound powers.
Elsa:"Fian would definitely love this if he were here"
I smiled as I reminisced about the beautiful moments we shared.
Elsa:"I miss him so much"

One day, while I was busy arranging my palace, a massive earthquake suddenly occurred, followed by a very terrifying aura. Then, a few days later, the villagers who came to the palace suddenly attacked me without any clear reason. No matter how hard I tried to talk to them, none of them would answer my questions. So, I was forced to fight back by freezing them, though I felt my heart slowly growing colder every time I froze them.

Unfortunately, with each passing day, more and more villagers attacked the palace, and no matter how hard I cried or begged them to stop, they continued their assaults even after my tears had frozen. In moments like these, I found myself thinking of Fian again, and I pleaded to the heavens while crying.
Elsa:"Fian, where are you? Please come to me and please find me"
Elsa:"I'm begging you, help me"
Elsa:"You already promised, please"
Elsa:"Please save me"
Elsa:"Before my heart completely frozen"
Elsa:"I don't want to become The Heartless Queen"