Forbidden

Chapter 11

*Elsa's P.O.V*
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I heard movement from down the hall. Elizabeth was awake.
I slowly rolled out of bed. Careful not to make any noise. I changed into a dark colored dress and a cloak as I slipped out into the hallway. When we were children Elizabeth taught me how to sneek around the castle without making a single sound. I was putting her teachings into good use today.
When we reached the stables and Elizabeth had already gotten her horse , I hid behind one of the doors. I kept a close eye on her as she trotted off. I was about to make my way to follow when I heard footsteps from inside the stables. Whoever it was obviously was clumsy. I heard something crash to the floor followed by a whispered apology. I'd know that sound anywhere.
"Anna?" I whispered harshly.
"What on earth are you doing out here?"
She giggled.
"Same thing you are apparently. Following Firefly."
"You shouldn't be out here."
She restrained a laugh.
"Neither should you. Now we have to move if we want to keep any kind of pace with her."

As we finally caught up with her, we ducked behind a tree. She had set up camp to rest until sunrise. At least that's what I thought. I peeked my head out from behind the tree only to see her strut over to a cave in the side of the mountain. Smoke bellowed out from the mouth. A sudden wave of realization swept across me. I knew exactly what was in that mountain.
"What do you think is in there?" Anna asked almost reading my thoughts.
"Nothing good." Was all I managed to say to her.
"I need your help!" I heard Elizabeth scream.
"I owe you nothing!" The mountain screamed in response.
"Actually, You owe me everything. Considering that I have protected you from bounty hunters all these years."
Silence filled the forest.
"What do you need from me?"
It asked.
"I need you to fly me to the kingdom of Ever Field. I have some business to attend to." There was silence once again as a set of gigantic black scales inched their way out of the mountain. It was a dragon. Within seconds, the creature was in the air. Stretching his wings. Elizabeth had tied Everest in a kind of sling for the dragon to carry him in. While she was distracted, I motioned Anna to follow me as we ran and mounted Everest ad he was being lifted into the air.

We were well off the ground when curiosity overtook my better judgement and I looked down. It was a sight that was beautiful and sickening all at the same time.
After what felt like hours, we finally touched ground. Footsteps began walking towards us. There was no where to go now. The tarp fell to the ground around us. I looked up to find Elizabeth scowling at me. A beautiful flame filled her eyes.
"What the hell do you think you're doing here?!" She yelled. I stared down at the ground. Knowing very well that if I looked up I would get a look that could kill.
"Do you realize how stupid this was? Even after I specifically said that I needed to go on this journey alone?!"
"We were only trying to make sure you were safe." I felt my lips form as I finally looked up from the ground. Big mistake. Smoke streamed up from her clenched fists.
"Do you think that I am not capable of protecting myself? Last time I checked. You two appointed me to be your personal guard. I'm not surprised that Anna is here honestly. But, I expected a little more common sense from you , Elsa." She rolled her eyes and mounted Everest.
"Are you to coming? Or would you prefer to swim the fjords back to Arendelle?"
I climbed onto the horse and sat directly behind her. Boldly, I wrapped my arms around her waist. She didn't push me away. That was a good sign. I laid my head on her shoulder.
"I'm sorry." I whispered.
"I know. But the question of why still remains."
"Because I love you... I couldn't bear it if something were to happen to you and I could have stopped it in someway." Her posture softened as she leaned back into my embrace.
"Well don't worry, snowflake. Nothing is going to happen to me or you. That's why I didn't want you to be here. I don't think my heart could take losing you after just now getting you back in my life. And I love you too. More than I think you realize."
The words made me smile. I felt a tap on my shoulder.
"And you were going to tell me about you and Firefly when?" Anna asked. I smiled. When I was sure what her and I are. I don't know that just yet. I don't want to rush us into something if neither of us are ready." Anna giggled.
"Well , by the way you two make eyes at each other.I'd say you are okay."
I nodded as we rode into a nearby town.
"Alright. We're here. Stay behind me and do EXACTLY what I say. We aren't in Arendelle anymore. Is anything I'm saying unclear? " We shook our heads as we walked into a tavern.
"Aye! Is that who I think it is?"a voice yelled. He was a tall dark haired man with a thick english accent.
"Hey,Scotty. How have you been?" He laughed a loud boisterous laugh
"As good as anyone can be here. So, what can I get ya?"
Elizabeth smiled.
"Get two glasses of water and an apple cider." She looked back at me and smiled. "Or you know what. Get two hot chocolates instead." She really did know me.
"Coming right up!"