Frozen Twilight Book Three: Strong

Christmas for the Young

*Elsaira Cullen*

"I think it's great that you are doing this for the children dear. Your father and I used to do it but we stopped many many years ago because of the conflicts we had with Pitch. He would always visit during Christmas and scare the children, we figured that for their safety, they wouldn't come back to the palace for Christmas." Idun said as she helped me decorate the Christmas tree along with Esme and Elsa.

"I agree, this will definitely help relax everyone since the war is now over." Esme agreed as she put up some ornaments.

"Yes, the tensions is still high." I said as I passed Elsa an ornament. I couldn't stretch my body yet, so I was simply passing the ornaments.

"I'm excited. I've never been around so much children before." Elsa smiled at me.

"North, Tooth, Bunny, Sandy, and Jackson will all be here. They will help you be more comfortable around the children." I said and she blushed a little. I could tell she was blushing at Jack's name. I have recently noticed how close they have been. He says he is simply teaching her like he used to teach me, but I cannot be fooled. I myself have now experienced love and have also lied about not liking someone. It takes one to know one.

"It'll be fun." Elsa smiled and then kept decorating.

"I want to thank you again for allowing Emmett and Rosalie adopt a child, Bella. You have no idea how happy they are." Esme said smiling at me.

"There isn't any need to thank me. Rose and Em are my brother and sister. I'd do anything for them." I said and she smiled back widely.

"They're so excited. Alice and Rosalie have been shopping nonstop for the baby. I'm excited to meet Oliver." Idun chuckled.

"I'm going to have a grandchild! I just simply can't believe it!" Esme gushed.

"I wish it were both of us becoming grandmothers. I can't wait." Idun chuckled to Esme as she looked at me. I raised my eyebrows and shook my head.

"Oh no. No no no. Not anytime soon." I said and they laughed.

"Oh you've always said you didn't want anything and as soon as Edward came along. He changed you. I'm sure Edward will change your opinion on being a parent." Idun said smiling. I chuckled and didn't respond.

"Everything will come in it's time. In the mean time, I have to go work on something." I said and then walked out. As I walked, I passed Rosalie and Emmetts room, the door wide open though no one seemed to be there. I stopped my tracks when I saw the gray crib across the room. The room seemed to have some stuffed animals, there were a few new types of furniture that would soon hold baby items. I smiled at it and kept walking. I knew my sister was happy, that's all that mattered.

When Christmas Eve was finally here, Rosalie had her whole room prepared with baby things. I had offered to give her a whole room for the baby but declined saying she wanted to be close to him instead.

The whole palace was decorated for Christmas. Iyana and Joseph would be celebrating with Joseph's family this year, unlike past ones when they celebrated with us. I had ordered gifts for everyone, though I didn't exactly know what I could give Oliver since Rose and Alice were practically already bought him every item in the stores, I decided to get him a few onesies and a personalized soft baby bathrobe with 'Oliver' embroidered on it. It was a cute touch.

I walked into my studio and grabbed my songbook from the drawer. I smiled as I saw my new song. Derek was going to be away at Alessa's family's Christmas party. Jane and Jay weren't going anywhere since they didn't have any family here in Arendelle besides Liam and Will, but they would be celebrating with their father, Miranda, and Amanda. So Jane and Jay agreed to spend Christmas here at the palace. I was so happy. Usually our family would spend Christmas all alone or with Iyana and Joseph. It was rare we ever celebrated with others. So this year, it would be all of us together. Charlie and Renee wanted Jackie and Mary to spend it with their new family so they wouldn't be coming. Therefore, for my song to the kids, Jay would be singing with me this time. I was actually really excited, Jay and I haven't sang together by ourselves in a long time.