Little Things (Helsa)

Just Chatting

(HANS)

I was surprised I had not been to trial yet. It had been a little over two weeks since I'd arrived, and I had only spoken with Elsa once. Maybe something big had happened and she was busy? Whether it was good or bad, I hoped Arendelle wasn't in any danger. I was glad of the peace and quiet in my cell, regardless of Arendelle's possible situation. Of course, I spoke too soon, because just as I finished my thought, I heard a woman's voice say, "I bet you're surprised you're still here."

I smiled as I turned around, but quickly gasped in shock. I had been expecting Elsa, but instead saw Anna. I quickly looked down in a mixture of shame and respect. I spoke quietly and as respectfully as I could saying, "I am a little surprised, my lady. I hope all is well in Arendelle." She looked hard at me; I could feel her glair through my jacket down to my bones. "You need not look at the floor the entire time," she said. I coughed a little and admitted, "Of course, my lady." She quickly snapped, "And don't call me that, I have a name." I remained silent and I heard her pacing a little. She finally spoke again, saying, "You probably haven't heard the news yet, have you?" I shook my head no and she continued saying, "Well, Kristoff and I are engaged. The whole kingdom has been preparing for the past week. The ceremony is in three days and the party will be that night. I'm very excited, as you would know..."

I couldn't help but feel regret wash over me. I knew she was doing it on purpose, but I still felt like such a horrible person for even thinking about, let alone trying, killing her. I started by saying, "Anna, I know you won't believe me, but I'm so sorry for-" She wouldn't let me finish my sentence. Anna just cut me off and kept talking about her wedding; she was rubbing it in that I could have had her, but now I had nothing. I felt utter anguish. Why should I let this woman determine how I felt? Sure, I felt broken and a little heartless, but I had learned from that heartlessness, and was trying to be a better man because of it. And I would not let her ruin my last few days by trying to guilt me into depression; I was stronger than that. I stood up and walked over to my drawing which was coming along quite nicely. Anna seemed surprised and asked, "Uh... Hello...? I wasn't finished talking to you." I briskly turned around to her and said, "I understand, but I have apologized and you have rejected it. Therefore, we have nothing left to discuss unless you wish to be friendly, which, I highly doubt."

(ANNA)

Hans had picked up on what I was doing; I had assumed he would. What I hadn't thought of, was him being so respectful to me even when I was rude and purposely trying to get him to react. So maybe Hans had really changed, though he would still be put on trial and probably be dead by the time I came back from my honeymoon. I just wasn't sure how Elsa would handle it by herself. I moved onto other thoughts as I planned my day around what had to be done for the wedding. I left my worries in the cell with Hans, and was eager to begin my new life with Kristoff.

(ELSA)

I thought I was busy with just my normal duties, but with adding a wedding on top my work load somehow tripled overnight. I was glad of the work, as it kept my mind off Hans, but was constantly ready to drop dead every night. I don't remember walking in my room or changing, just working and then suddenly sleeping in my warm, comfortable bed. The past week had been almost like a dream to me. Waking up, rushing through my duties by lunch time, a quick snack and then onto wedding planning.

Anna was as excited as ever regardless of the extra work. She kept me going when I was run-down or gave me the motivation to push through no matter how tired I felt. I hadn't been there for her for 15 years; I sure was going to be there for her with her wedding. There was only three days till her big day, and after that it would be peace and quiet for an entire month while Kristoff and her were on honeymoon. I vaguely remember Anna saying they were going to Rome and then a quick tour of Italy? Anyway, as much as I loved Anna, I could not wait for the peace and quiet.

(ANNA)

I knew Elsa was worn out from the planning, but it meant so much to me. I kept trying to find an opportunity to talk to her about my little chat with Hans, but could never find the time. She deserved to know before I left. He probably wouldn't be alive when I came back, and I would feel horrible my entire honeymoon if I stayed quiet. I'd just have to try harder to tell her Hans might have actually changed.