Three years had passed since the dreadful announcement of Arendelle's Queen and Princess's kidnap. Waves of sorrows were sent around the citizens, and the other announcement about Princess Elsa's injuries didn't make things any better. Now, more waves of shock, dread, confusion and doubts were drowning Arendelle's citizens as of the aggravating news of Princess Elsa's unfortunate death was confirmed.
Three years more, and the screams never stopped, but only grew louder, making the people who once thought that those screams were from the now-known to be deceased Princess receiving her treatment, are now gossiping in silence, and it only made them more suspicious, skeptical and unsure. However, none dared to say anything aloud, as they knew that such doubts were dangerous to even be thought of, and disbelieving your king was an act of Treason.
While Arendelle was suffering from unknown and enigmatic screams, other villages and towns were facing the phantoms of thieves, yet only the wealthy were being attacked and robbed, and none noticed the life in the abandoned fort camouflaged by the woods.
Inside the woods, behind the thick walls of the abandoned fort, life went on as thieves, the poor, and the needy built their own life. Small, modest wooden shacks were built for every family, in the middle of the fort was where the people grew and harvested their crops, and right next the fort gate, laid the stables that held many different species, from horses to cows, pigs and sheep. Some of members of the Thieves guild were scattered around the fort walls, watching on guard for any intruders. Others stayed at the backyard of the barracks where they received their training. At the top of the fort, laid the sanctuary, where the meetings and the plans were placed, and where the members of the guild rested and enjoyed their supper. As for the infirmary, it was a bit closer to the market square, where injuries, wounds and diseases were healed.
Anna, now ten years old, was growing more stronger and stealthier, enjoying every day's adventure with thirteen years old Flynn and Aiden, and eleven years old Rapunzel. On the other hand, the woman, Leanna, known as Anna's mother, managed the healing of the injured guild members with her healing skills that kept growing better than ever.
The whole guild grew fond of both Leanna and Anna. Although they always wondered how could an energetic, happy and adventurous little girl could be the daughter of a woman who's always stern, rigid and calm. Albeit those signs of inhospitality were never present when she was with Anna. They never minded their behavior, since the little girl always made them laugh, and the woman was always there to save their lives from the serious injuries they would receive during an unsuccessful attempt of theft.
"Come on come on come on! We have to go!... This way!" Shouted Anna in excitement as she raced her friends Flynn, Rapunzel to the fort gates, making the refugees and the guild members laugh as they passed by.
"Anna! Wait up!" Called Rapunzel, an eleven year old girl, with dark green eyes and yellow blond hair long enough to pass her waist, as she laughed cheerfully.
"Guys, I don't think it's a good idea…" Suggested a thirteen years old Flynn, a boy with dark brown hair, fair skin and light brown eyes, who was having hard times catching up with the two crazy, energetic girls. "Where's Aiden?!" He called while rushing to their sides.
"He's waiting for us at the stables!" Called Anna back, her head forward, not looking back at him.
"Come on, you lazy potato!" Teased Rapunzel then laughed when Flynn gave her a frown.
When they reached the stables, all three were breathing fast, panting and trying to catch their breath. Flynn raised his hand, motioning defeat, "I give up!" He gasped for air, "No more… Running!" Then rested his hands on his knees, waiting for his heart to slow its rhythm.
