Forbidden

Chapter 8

*Elizabeth's P.O.V*
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I mounted Everest and rode towards my kingdom. The infamous 'Realm of Darkness'.
Which,despite the name, was quite beautiful.
As I rode towards the gates, I was stopped by the guards.
"What business does the kingdom of Arendelle have here?" The guard asked.
"Stand down. It is I your queen."
I pulled off my helmet, letting my blonde locks fall about my shoulders.
Their eyes widened in realization.
"We are terribly sorry your majesty. We couldn't tell who you were with the armor you had on. If you don't mind my asking... why are you wearing that armor? "
I sighed.
"That is no one's concern but my own. Now let me pass."
The guard nodded and opened the gates.

Not long after I had taken Everest back to the stables did I hear little footsteps running towards me. It was Annabeth.
"Momma!"
She enveloped me in a tight hug.
"I missed you."
"I missed you too. That is why I need you to go get ready to go."
I kissed her on the head and knelt down to her level.
"Where are we going?" I smiled.
"It's a surprise." She gave me a big smile and ran off back into the castle. I huffed a big sigh and began preparing Everest for another trip.

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It was dark when we rode back into Arendelle. Annabeth was sound asleep on my lap. I took Everest to the stables then began my way back up to my room. I laid her down on the bed, gave her a quick peck on the head and prepared myself for bed.

The next morning I rolled over to see that my little princess had woken up. I rolled out of bed, threw on my usual tights, riding boots and a flowing white tank top.
I began walking down to the dining room to get some breakfast, when from the ballroom I hear voices. I walked in to find Anna and Annabeth sliding across the floor in stocking feet. I giggled at the sight.
"Why is it that I never get to introduce anything to you , Anna?"
Apparently startled by my sudden presence. She lost her balance and fell on her back, bringing Annabeth down with her.
"I found her wondering around the castle and I decided I would show her around." I rolled my eyes and laughed as I helped the two up.
"Now come on. We should get down to the dining room. Your sister will kill us if we're late."
She nodded "Okay."
"I still have to take Annabeth upstairs to get ready. She can't sit before a queen in her pajamas. I taught her better."
"Alright. See you in a few."
I took her upstairs and put her in a light purple gown with her bright red hair tied into a loose side braid.
"Now you are ready. There is someone who I really want you to meet." She nodded shyly as I led her down to the dining room.