Crystalline || Male! Elsa x Reader

*Chapter 2*

The ship jolted to a halt as it reached the docks' wooden platform. From my seat, I watched a group of sailors drop the weighty anchor into the ocean. Once they confirmed that it was safe to leave the boat, everyone stood up carefully grabbing their luggage.

"Arendelle is so beautiful! I've forgotten how wonderful the weather felt!" My gaze landed on the castle's roof peeking out of the gates and houses.

'It's been a while, hasn't it?' I smiled looking at the Arendelle castle in the distance.

Over time, I lost my shyness over the years while I spent my time at my parents' bakery. Interacting with customers at the desk and delivering pastries at the door. Talking to others has not been much of a problem, but I still do become exhausted when I get too overstimulated.

A cool draft of air blew through my hair as I spun around freely feeling the warm sun on my skin. I heard hushed giggle from the passengers I came to a stop to grab the handle of my suitcase, following behind the line of people to the exit.

The captain of the ship escorted people out and gave me a friendly, toothy grin. He had a suit decorated with certain patterns to reflect Arendelle's symbols and colors of purple and green.

Excited chatter among the passengers were getting louder once they entered into the streets, scattering into different groups.

"Of course, miss! This week is the crowning of Prince Elias for king. Thankfully, the weather has been wonderful as of late."

I paused, my eyes widening. Oh my goodness. 'Elias?'

My memories started to flood back into my mind. I haven't seen him in years. I faintly remember the shy, blonde-headed boy and our childish escapades in the castle.

'Hey, do you want this flower? I picked it in my grandma's garden outside and I want to give it you'

'A-Are you sure? You know my powers are going to freeze it...'

My small hand politely shoved the honeysuckle closer to his face.

'It doesn't matter! That means you can keep it with you forever and ever! You won't be sad when I have to go back to my grandmother.'

The boy's cheeks flushed a light shade of pick as he accepted the flower. His powers activated encasing the delicate petals into ice. I was in awe of the flower's new appearance that resembled a snowflake.

I sighed, pushing back the memory.

"The future king of Arendelle, you say?"

"Yes, everyone has made preparations for the celebration. Many nobles from neighboring nations have been invited to the ball. Although us commoners aren't invited to the ball, we'll still participate in events organized throughout the city." She sighed wistfully.

Elias. It's all happening today, isn't it? Guilt started to grow as I realized how much time we were apart from each other. I left him alone again. I left him so suddenly.

"Thank you so much for escorting me." I say, curtsying.

"It was no problem at all, miss. Just doing my job." The man tips his hat with a gentlemanly smile before he walked away to converse with his crew.

I steadily walked off of the boat and onto the dock my shoes tapping against it until my feet reached the cobblestone of the shopping district. My sight was soon filled with colorful ribbons and banners of the Arendelle family crest from lamp posts.

The smell of comforting and spice baked goods danced across the air. Children were playing in the streets as adults talk about their day and the upcoming coronation.