The Dragon Master and the Frost Queen: A Frozen-HTTYD Crossover

Elsa woke slowly. Light was just starting to peer through the window. She ran a hand over her forehead and through her hair. She stared at the ceiling, mindless for a moment, willing herself awake. Her thoughts drifted to her schedule for the day. A full council meeting, then two meetings with foreign officials. Court was to be held after lunch, with three meetings to be held before the evening meal. This was to be a semi-formal affair, meaning that there were important people to meet and matters to be discussed. It was going to be a long day…

Her thoughts wandered to the events of yesterday. More specifically last night, when she 'met' Hiccup. She could almost laugh about it. How they were both so clumsy, she could see the humor now. Especially since that other part of her brain was taking over. That part didn't mind a whit, being encased is his arms as he was trying to protect her. And landing on top of him as well, feeling his lithe muscles. Staring into those vibrant green eyes… Wait!… woah, girl… she thought to herself. Just who was he? Hadn't they learned anything from four years ago? Sure, Prince Hans was dreamy… A perfect gentleman, or so it seemed. Anna fell hard for him. And yet, because of him, they nearly lost their kingdom, and their very lives! What am I thinking!? She needed to get out of bed, and stop thinking… these… thoughts.

She couldn't help it. Thinking of his eyes and that warm smile. And the way he said goodnight… unngh! She thought she would melt and be able to pass under the door. There was something about him she thought or felt that was right. That there was more to him than his looks alone. The way he carried himself and spoke to her. Like he had dealt with royalty before. But the idea of trusting him having just met him would be foolish at the very least. Yes, she would at least find out more about him. Before she did anything else.

She put her feet on the floor and raised up off the bed. Reaching the bathroom, she drew some water and washed the nights' sleep off. She grabbed a brush and started to tame her unruly hair. Looking out of her window, she saw sunlight just beginning to wash the night away. The streetlamps were being put out. A few people out at this early hour, getting their day started. Her thoughts were again drifting aimlessly, when she caught her reflection in the window. She looked for a moment, then it turned to a pair of green eyes, a mop of auburn hair, a strong jawline, and a warm lopsided smile…

She groaned in frustration, turning away from the window. She closed her eyes and dropped her chin to her chest. Her arms flopped loosely at her sides. She tried with every fiber of her being to quash that traitorous part of her brain. What is going on? She thought to herself, or so she thought. A voice answered from the doorway.

"Your Highness?… is everything alright?" Elsa looked up to see one of her handmaidens looking at her, worry on her face. Jeneve, that was her name.

"Everything's fine Jeneve, thank you." She lied.

"Your Highness." She answered and dipped respectfully. Then walked over to the wardrobe to gather the queens' clothes. After fitting her in a simple dress and finally taming her hair, Elsa walked to the door. Before she went through it, Jeneve spoke up.

"My Queen, your office has been prepared!" This took Elsa by surprise.

"Ah, Prepared? How do you mean-?"

"Just a tray of small cakes, and a pot of coffee My Queen!" The handmaiden answered.

"Oh, well - Thank You, Jeneve…" Elsa was confused. She didn't remember requesting anything being brought to her office. She walked through the hallways, trying to remember when she might have made it. Her thoughts wandered a little more… her schedule, the meetings… HIM! Closing her eyes, and shaking her head lightly, Elsa made it to her destination.

She received her answer when she opened her office door, and there was Anna sitting in her chair, sipping a cup of coffee. She was holding a piece of paper in her other hand, studying it intently. The sound of the door closing drew her attention from the paper. Setting it down on the desk, Anna turned towards her and crossed her arms. A half-angry, half-amused, look on her face. She wasn't doing a very good job-

"Well! Look who finally decided to get out of bed and come to work!" Anna said. Elsa could tell she was about to burst into laughter. It must have been her face. She shut her jaw with a audible snap. She didn't remember it falling open. Her eyes quickly darted at the clock. It was six-thirty-three, she was only a few minutes late. She would let Anna have this round, but not without some teasing of her own.

"Well, I guess miracles do happen! You're out of bed, and it isn't even nine o'clock!" Elsa straightened. Putting her 'Queen face" on, and mock-glaring at her sister. The stare-down didn't last very long. They didn't know who broke first, but neither did they care. Both girls started laughing merrily. They met each other halfway, embracing in a welcoming hug. They broke apart,holding each others' forearms.

"O-Oh, the look on your-your face!" Anna said, nearly breathless. "I-It was p-priceless!" They both had to wipe tears from their eyes.

"Well, I was surprised! Did I really look that bad?" Elsa asked. She really had to hand it to Anna, she knew how to brighten ones' day without even trying. Elsa loved her for it.

"Oh it was, -terrible! -just -so, - so funny!" Anna was laughing again, Elsa joined in for a moment.

"I guess I should stop being so shocked at anything you do! Without the attention, maybe you'll stop!"

"HA ha! NEVER! " Anna announced evilly. She started wringing her hands "I'll not stop until you are a steaming pile of goo!" Elsa raised the back of her hand to her forehead, and tilted her head back in mock-exasperation.

" Ahhh! Trapped! Whatever shall I do?" Both girls were giggling at this exchange.

" Nothing! " Anna exclaimed. "Not even Prince Charming can save you!"

Both girls stopped at Annas' choice of words. It was a touchy subject for them both. It was a lesson learned, one they had almost paid for with their lives. Anna didn't mean anything by it. That's just how the words came out. Still, it dampened the mood. Anna looked sheepishly at Elsa, biting her lip in apology.

"Sorry, -just…"

"It's alright, Anna, I know…" Elsa said. Suddenly, she thought of Hiccup and her… particular… dilemma. Should she mention their "meeting"? It stung her pride a bit. Asking her little sisters' advice about men. She turned to her sister and opened her mouth to speak.

"Anna, I… I," She thought about Hiccup again, their incident, and how she couldn't keep her mind from his eyes, his face, his hair… But no, it was too early, and she was probably getting worked up for nothing, and… she was snapped out of her reverie by Annas' hand waving in front of her face.

"Woah! Elsa, where'd you go just now? It's like, you were gone to the land of the chocolate faeries, or something… Are you, OK?" A look of worry on her face. Elsas' mouth was still opened.

"I, it - it's nothing, Anna." Great! Now she would suspect… something.

"Elsa, whatever it is, you can tell me. You're my sister, and I love you. I want to help." Anna looked at her pleadingly. She couldn't tell her anything about… Him right now.

"It, -it's just a lot of things on my mind, you know… the festival, the meetings, the extra visitors…" Anna gave her a look that said she wasn't completely satisfied. But it was enough for now. Anna reached for her sisters' hand.

"Ok, -just, I want to help." She gave Elsa a look. One that almost broke her queens' resolve, -almost…

"You already have! You had coffee and cakes brought up for our morning session!" Elsa quipped.

"Yeah, I had a hard time getting through our last one. I thought it might be easier with coffee and a snack to help wake me, -us, up!" Anna stated.

"Thank you, it was a great idea. And thank you, for trying to help. It really means a lot!" Elsa looked at her sister lovingly. She would tell her about this… Hiccup when she figured out more about him. She knew she'd help her to sort this out, to sort her feelings out.

"Ok! This paperwork isn't going to do itself!" Anna said. She poured Elsa a cup of coffee, then both girls sat down across the desk from each other.

"I've already been through most of it. Replies to our invitations here, trade agreements here, and letters here." Anna indicated three piles of paper stacked somewhat neatly on the desk.

"The three in front of you I couldn't quite get my head around…" Elsa picked two of them up, inspecting them in silence. She was right! There was a trade agreement that had some of the wording all wrong. The other was a draft letter to a neighboring kingdom with several mistakes. She looked at the third, and it was indeed another draft, waiting for her to look over. She looked at Anna, who was reading another letter, a look of sheer concentration on her face. She shook her head in fondness. She had saved her a few hours of work at least! Elsa was so getting her a present. But she had to talk to the Smith… Valdor-that was his name! Which would mean there'd be a chance of seeing…

And there the thoughts came again. Auburn hair, laughing green eyes… she imagined giving him that tour of the castle she said she would give him. Walking through the halls, with her arm in his. Walking through the gardens, the town… by the water in the evening, laughing… turning to face him… eyes shining in the moonlight…

"- not sure we would be able to support them, and… Elsa?… ELSA! "

She was snapped back to her office, in the early hours of the morning. A very worried looking sister sitting across from her. Her face was immediately on fire from embarrassment. GODS! she thought. This was getting out of hand.

"Sooo, who, supporting, -whom?" Elsa tried to recover, but failed miserably.

"Elsa… if something's bothering you…" Anna was trying to lead her. She had to know something was up.

"You know, I'm really hungry just now, -aaand, those berries you love are just coming in season, soo -let's get them before they're, you know… gone!" It was Annas' turn to raise and eyebrow at her sister, for the first time, in… forever. She didn't press her for now. She quietly set her letter down, and got up off her chair. Elsa did the same, only bumping into the desk nearly spilling her coffee. She gave Anna a sheepish smile, her face burning again. They walked through the door, and started down the hallway. Anna walked beside her sister. She took Elsas' hand, raising it up waist high, twining their fingers. Her other hand caught her upper arm. They walked together in silence for a moment, until Anna said:

"You know, it would be great if you also had this amazing power over paperwork! I mean, one wave of your hand,… and whoooosh! All done! Ready to be signed, stamped, and delivered! No muss, no fuss!" Elsa half-stifled a giggle, 'typical Anna'

"Yes, I'm sure all of humankind will see the benefit…" Elsa deadpanned.

"I know, You'd be even awesomer!" Anna gave her sisters hand a squeeze, hugging her arm to her. She rested her head on Elsas' shoulder. She returned it by resting her head on Annas', patting her other hand. They walked like this the rest of the way to the dining room…

What did he get himself into? He'd gotten up early. He made his way to the blacksmiths'. Valdor was already there loading the cart. "Mornin' lad!" he greeted cheerfully. Hiccup yawned widely, and started to help the smith. This was hard work for so early in the morning. He slept fitfully last night. Toothless seemed a little edgy this morning also. It was very odd. He was kind of sure it wasn't because of a certain blond he met last night… Met… now that was a word for it! He mused to himself. He hoped she didn't think him a complete fool. Although, it was rather hilarious. He chuckled a little, and the blacksmith caught it.

"Eh, what's so funny lad? Thinking of another crazy invention?" He sniggered.

"No, aah, just ahm, -nothing!" Hiccup couldn't tell him and preserve his dignity. She did come looking for the smith with a request. It looked like there was no getting around it.

"I… uhh, the, -er queen came by the shop after you left last night…" The blacksmiths' eyebrows shot upwards.

"Oh she did now? Well, boy -what did she want?"

"She said she wanted to commission you for a present for her sister." He told him. He was hoping this was as far as he would push…

"I must speak to her then when we get to the castle!" He stated.

"She ummm, she said she wanted it to be a surprise…" Hiccup told him. Valdor gave him a sidelong glance, one eyebrow raised…

"I see!-So! What do you think of our fair Queen?" Oh boy! here it comes, embarrassment to follow… "She, -aaahhhmm, She's…"

How would he describe her? Beautiful, sure, but how would he relate all that he felt? Should he even say? He didn't want to offend, or come across as an oaf. But there was so much more to her than her looks. He felt -comfortable? around her. He shouldn't say. He should just get this over with, and tell him what actually happened. Maybe Valdor would let him off easy.

"She's beautiful!… And, wonderful! " Hiccup thought of her again in that moment, her hair… he could imagine running his hands through it, and those blue, blue eyes… getting lost in them. He had drifted off, until Valdors' chuckle brought him back.

"Aye, lad -that she is. She rules us well, and is loved by all the people." He said wistfully. Hiccup thought it best to come clean.

"Yes, well, ahm, our meeting didn't… go… well…"

"Oh? Well what happened? Tell me lad…"

"Well, you know how I get so focused on my work…" Valdor nodded. Indeed, he sometimes had to throw things at him to get his attention. "Well, I was -working -on a project, I didn't hear her come in… so then I turn around, -and she's there, -right behind me, -and she startled me, -and I uhh I…" Hiccup was dreading this…"I… I dropped my hammer. On my foot." He winced, remembering the pain, also bracing for Valdors' reaction.

"Oh HOhoho! Yes lad, that sounds like you, but something tells me there's more to it." He was grinning ear to ear, waiting for Hiccup to continue.

"Yeah, well… I, was grabbing my foot, you know… cause it hurt. And with the prosthetic… I, aaahm, slipped, and sorta… crashed. into. her." Valdors' eyes drew wide upon hearing this. Then he started laughing again harder. After what seemed to Hiccup to be hours, Valdor caught his breath, wiping tears of mirth from his eyes.

"Well lad, you sure know how to impress the ladies, don't ya?" Hiccup could feel his face burn. He felt after this reaction, he'd leave out the part where she did the same. At least one of them would survive with their dignity.

"Yes, thank you, That's what I was trying to… do… there. Can we change the subject now?" Maybe his face would return to its normal color later this year.

"HO hohoho! She wasn't hurt, was she?" His tone a little serious. His eyes were still leaking, and his grin was still there.

"No no! I was able to break the fall… a little…" Hiccup thought back to where he was cradling her, protecting her, their eyes meeting for the first time…

" -guess you made an impression on her! She didn't freeze you solid!" Valdor was saying. Hiccup didn't catch up right away.

"Yeah, I… guess. Wait, what? Freeze? me… solid?" Hiccup had heard stories some of the sailors had told in the Mead Hall. He thought them incredulous. They were written off as alcohol-induced imaginations. "I had heard… stories, about an Ice Queen, but never believed them…" Valdor smiled at him, firmly patting his shoulder.

"Aye, lad! It's true! Our Queen has the power of winter, she can control snow! Caused a bit of trouble about four years ago. Things have been better than they have ever since." Valdor took his gaze from Hiccups' face, a wistful look in his eyes. "She'll turn the courtyard into one big skating rink! In the middle of summer, no less! Or sometimes, a snowball-fighting arena!" Hiccup eyes grew wide, a look of wonder on his face. That was, unexpected… and interesting. There was something about her, but he felt this wasn't it either. He liked her before he knew about her powers. This just added a whole new dimension to her…

Valdor gave him a sidelong glance. He could see Hiccup was lost in thought. There was something going on in that mind of his.

"Maybe she made an impression on you as well, Laddie?" Hiccup turned to him slowly, he clearly wasn't fully aware he was being spoken to. He snapped back to the current situation. Valdor was wiggling his eyebrows at him suggestively.

"What? NO..no! I… I ahmm, I'm just, just ME!" He was blustering, aaaand, his face was burning… again! "I… I'm just traveling! I, I couldn't possibly… I'm, I'm going back… leaving in a few… weeks…" Valdor cocked an eyebrow at him, then sighed.

"Suit yourself lad. She's had many a suitor, but turned them all down. Seems they're either after her throne, or the material things her power can give them. There's a lot of us that worry over her, but she seems content to rule her kingdom, and watch over us." Hiccup seemed to think on this a moment, then said.

"I'm pretty sure after our meeting last night, she thinks I'm a clumsy oaf."

"Nonsense lad! Don't be too hard on yourself! Who knows! -Maybe I'll put in a word for ye when I speak to her!" Hiccup could think of a word… run! Still, there was a thought… the stammering, the clumsiness… He couldn't grasp it.

"We, aaah, should… get, going… you know. Shouldn't we?" Hiccup was right, They needed to finish loading the cart and be at the castle gate by seven o' clock. There were many horses to be shod, and it would probably take most of the day.

They secured the last items on the cart, and started off towards the castle. "I'll ask for an audience with the Queen once we're there, talk to her about this present for the princess." He thought. Then maybe, he would make mention of his young assistant… He thought Hiccup a proper young man. Very respectful, and a hard worker. He was always quick to help out. He didn't accept payment for small repairs he would perform, always deferring to the smith for any such money exchange.

He would even make small trinkets to hand out to the children visiting his shop. He didn't speak much to his life back home. He had yet to find out exactly how he lost his foot. But he supposed there were some memories there he didn't want to relive. He could respect that.

He would make mention of the now seemingly endless stream of young single lasses visiting his shop, just to browse. Hiccup would respond by looking away slightly, lost in thought. He thought he could see his eyes start to glaze over a few times, maybe he'd loved someone and… lost her? He was sure that, in time, he would find out more about his young assistant. He was very fond of this Hiccup Haddock…

She had to get out. The rather boisterous council meeting had gone on longer than they'd expected. Plans for the festival events. Getting the extra rooms repaired and prepared for the visitors. Financial equations that went in one ear and out the other. Reports from the merchant captains about the attacks. Some were privateers, but paid by… whom? Castle decorations, a minor squabble among the aristocracy… She didn't know how she did it. Then switching gears for a meeting with an emissary from Moncrief. The trade proposal would benefit their kingdom, but the concessions were a bit much. Which led to an icy cold exchange. If she had her way, they'd be chipping away the ice from them at this time next year…

She let out a sigh. Running a kingdom was harder than she thought. She had a whole lot more respect for her sister than ever. She could see why she looked so serious all the time. She steeled her resolve. She would help Elsa carry this burden. She would take or make time to learn all she needed to know to run the kingdom.

She hoped Elsa didn't mind too much about skipping the next meeting. It was to be the ambassador from Estognia, a longtime ally of Arendelle. They were going to sign a trade agreement, the same one that had been in place for years. Just a formality really, easy!

Just then, she had a thought. She would have to talk to Catarin, the head courtier, about the schedule of events for the castle and the kingdom proper. She would give her sister a day off. No paperwork, no meetings, just a whole day all to herself! SHE, Princess Anna would run the kingdom for a day. It would give her valuable experience. The more Anna thought about it, the more excited she became. Elsa would love it! She would have to make sure there was nothing too heavy on the schedule for that day. Just, rearrange some meetings, move some… things around… how hard could it be?

She made her way out of the castle. It was a gorgeous day out. She would have to see if Elsa could take their lunch on a balcony, or maybe in the gardens. She walked around the courtyard, taking in the sights. There were people going about their day, but most of them were setting the decorations for the festival. She thought she would save her sister some trouble and check on their progress for her. She spoke to a few groups of people, and everything seemed to be progressing nicely. She also spied the head Courtier Catarin looking over the preparations as well. Anna pulled her aside and told her of her idea to give Elsa a day off. Catarin was skeptical at first, but with proper application of Annas' saddest puppy-dog eyes, she agreed to look into it.

She was on the far side of the courtyard, and saw the stables. It had been a while since she'd been out on a proper ride. She and Elsa liked their horses, and had ridden together on a few occasions. But Their duties left little time for such activities. Maybe with the weather warming they could get a couple of free hours together on horseback! She hoped Elsa would see it was a great idea too. Anna decided she would talk about it over lunch.

She walked into the stable, and noticed the farrier was there fitting shoes on a horse. Standing next to him was a young man wearing a green tunic with reddish brown hair. He was turned away from her, so she couldn't see his face. The farrier handed a horseshoe to the man and muttered some instructions. Grabbing a hammer, he started striking the shoe on a small anvil he had next to him.

She could tell there was power in his arms from the force of his strike. She could see his face from the side now. A strong jaw, with intense eyes that were focused on his task. Lips drawn thin in concentration. He handed the shoe back to the farrier. The older man muttered at the younger, she wasn't quite close enough to hear. The younger man spoke: "Well sure! But I don't think you could manage without all… this to back you up!" The young man gestured at himself. The older man gave him a sidelong glance, raising an eyebrow at him. But within seconds, both men were laughing heartily.

The older man looked over, and finally noticed the princess' approach. He rose from his stool, at which time the younger man turned her way. She immediately noticed his eyes, vivid green, full of life and laughter. He had a huge smile that made his whole face light up. He was very handsome, she thought. He started a little, upon noticing her. Their eyes locked for a moment, assessing each other. She could feel the warmth of his eyes and smile. She thought if it weren't for a certain Ice Master, she would like to get to know this young man better. She was snapped out of her thoughts when the older man addressed her, bowing respectfully.

"Your Highness! Good Morning! How are you today?" The younger man looked a little taken aback at this show of respect, and did likewise. Folding his arm in front of him, and bowing.

"Your Highness." He said.

"I am very well, thank you Master Vandervoort! Tell me, Who is your assistant today?" Anna said, very curious.

"My Lady, may I present Master Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third! He is working for Master Bregemann, and comes highly recommended! -Master Haddock, I present to you Princess Anna Ellesmeyre of Arendelle!"

"I'm glad to meet you, Master Haddock!" She held out her hand. Hiccup took it gently, and bowing deeply, lightly kissed it.

"My Lady! Please, call me Hiccup." Anna couldn't help but gush a little from his show of respect, and his insistence of using his first name. Not very many young men showed her such in her experience, and she could tell his was genuine.

"Very well, Hiccup. What's going on here?"

"Oh nothing, just shoeing horses here! Trying to get Petter here to decide if he wants to be here ALL day, or just most of it!" Hiccup said, which garnered an indignant but amused response.

"Oi! If you'd put your hammer where your mouth is, we'd get more work done!"

"Ahhh -no thanks! That would be a little painful, not to mention awkward. Besides, how would I be able to give you all my sagely knowledge and advice?" Hiccup quipped. This caused both of the farriers eyebrows to head skyward. They all three were soon laughing again. Anna liked this Hiccup. She decided to stay a little and help if she could.

"OK! OK boy! We'll do a few more, then break for lunch yeah?" Petter said. Hiccup nodded, then smiled. He glanced at the princess for a moment, questioning.

"Princess? Could you stay and help? We need someone here to keep the peace." He said.

"Sure! I'll let you guys hang out with me. But I don't know if it's you two, or the horses that need looking after more!" The expression on their faces was priceless! Their jaws were both hanging open, looking both shocked and amused. They all three burst out laughing. Petter was trying to get back to his task, while Hiccup was looking at her laughing. This was going to be an interesting morning…

Elsa walked out of the castle and into the courtyard. It was a beautiful day. She would check on the preparations for the festival, then find her sister. She thought she should be a little angry at Anna, not being present for a trade agreement signing could be considered an insult, but fortunately, It was a long-time ally of her country. They understood. Elsa also understood that a meeting with Heimir, the Finance Minister, was not for the faint of heart… She thought it would be great to take their lunch in the gardens on such a fine day. She would speak to her sister about this. The only trouble was, she had to find her first. She could be anywhere on a day like today…

She saw Catarin across the courtyard. She greeted her queen courteously, and said the princess had been here, and the preparations were ahead of schedule. Thanks to a suggestion by her sister. She also told her the princess was last seen near the stables. Elsa thanked her, and turned to leave.

"My Queen? A word?" She asked. Elsa turned back, curious. "As for your request about the young man in question, -I haven't heard much. Only that he is a traveler from a distant land up north." Catarin said. Elsa nodded and furrowed her brow. '-Not very helpful' she thought. She hadn't learned much more from the Smith either. Only he was very skilled for his age. He was also in a battle, it was how he lost his foot. He was kind, and courteous. Her heart gave a twinge when Valdor told her of him making toys for the children, unbidden. Surely a man like that couldn't be all bad. She had to learn more…

"-also causing quite a stir amongst the ladies of the town!" She finished. Elsa didn't realize she was still being addressed by Catarin. "My Queen?…" Elsa straightened, and cleared her throat, in recovery. She could blame the redness of her cheeks on the bright sunlight.

"Thank you Lady Catarin. I must find my sister. I would like to take our lunch in the gardens please."

"Yes, My Queen, an excellent idea!" She answered. " -and, Your Highness…" She looked as though she was going to ask something else, but changed course. "… everything is prepared for court this afternoon." Elsa thanked her and turned away. That was… odd she thought, what did she want to ask? She walked towards the stables, lost in thought, when it dawned on her… the stables… HE was supposed to be at the stables today… which meant… Oh… No!

Yep, there she was… As soon as she entered, she was greeted by the sight of Anna balancing on one foot, on the back of her horse. Her arms were outstretched, and she was singing a song of riding the wind, her problems unable to catch up. It was quite comical, typical Anna she thought. She thought she might admonish her, but her only audience was herself, the two men, and the horses. She tried not to smile, she really did…

"Ooooh!… Oh! Elsa! There's someone I'd like you to meet!" Anna bent down to get off the horse. Hiccup promptly stepped up, and placed his hands on her waist. She placed her hands on his shoulders, and he picked her off the horse, spinning her slightly to his side. They beamed at each other for a moment. Anna then grabbed Hiccups' hand, nearly yanking his arm out of its socket, dragging him over to where Elsa stood. She gave a small dip in respect to her sister.

"My Queen, may I present Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third! -Hiccup, my sister, Queen Elsa, of Arendelle!"

She didn't mean to offer him her hand,… really! it just. happened. All on its' own… Bad hand… bad! Hiccup bent at the waist deeply, and took her hand, kissing it lightly. She hoped no one caught the shiver… apparently he did, There was no sunlight to blame her blushing on either. He looked up at her through his eyelashes, a glint of mischief in his eyes, a half-smile on his face.

"Your Majesty." He said. "It's a -pleasure to meet you-" Was he about to say again? She hoped not. That would lead to a lot of, -explaining, -and awkwardness. He stood, keeping his eyes on hers, she started taking in his features in the light of day.

He was a full head taller the she, but she knew that already, didn't she? His auburn hair was lighter than she first realized. The scar on his cheek, his brilliant green eyes, his nose. There was another tiny scar between his chin and his lips,… lips he just used to kiss her… hand. His hand, so soft and warm. She thought it would be different, from working in the forge and all. He was taking her features as well, his eyes wandering from her hair, to her eyes, her nose, then her lips. He seemed to stop there for a brief moment, he leaned, ever so slightly. She couldn't help her own movement as well. They both seemed lost in the moment. It was interrupted suddenly…

"Ahhh… Ahem! Hiccup? How are you finding our fair city?" Anna asked. She gave them both a woolly eye. Was that a bit of mischief there? Oh no! Elsa was in for it later.

"It's… ahhh wonderful! One of the ummm… nicest places I've ever visited!" He brought his hand up and started rubbing the back of his head,… blushing? It was so cute! He then realized he was still holding Elsas' hand. He quickly released it, part of her was very disappointed.

"Maybe if you aren't busy later, I could show you around?" Anna prodded. A part of Elsa was… upset?… jealous?! She would have to think on this later.

"That, uuuh -that would be great!" Elsa caught him looking at her askance. "But, Please! do not put yourself out on my account…" He said. Was he, -disappointed too?

"Nonsense Hiccup! I'd love to! I'll meet you here around four o'clock! It'll be fun!" Anna said. Hiccup glanced at Elsa once more as if looking for -approval? -to ask her if she would come? Her insides did a small flip at the thought of coming along. He opened his mouth to speak, but closed it again. He addressed Anna again,

"That sounds great Anna!" She was indeed jealous! Elsa cleared her throat nervously. Where did that come from?

"If you would excuse us Hiccup- err, Master Haddock! My sister and I should be getting back to the castle." She was mentally slapping herself. What was it about this, -this, man that made her loose herself? She'd seen many others in the last few years. Immaculately dressed and groomed, most of them filled with charm and grace. She wouldn't give them more than a passing thought. Yet here she was out of control over a man with none of these qualities. Sure, he was handsome, but he was also intelligent, skilled with his hands, warm, funny, kind… She was gone again before she realized…

"Of course, My Ladies. Forgive me for taking up so much of your time. Please! If you need something fixed, or aahh, made! -Stop by the shop. I am at your service!" Hiccup bowed.

"Not. at. all, Hiccup!" Anna spoke up. "I'm looking forward to showing you around. Don't forget!"

"Impossible!" He answered. She saw the fond looks they were giving each other, just for a moment. She, -they had to leave… now! She and Anna turned to go. She barely heard him call her name soft and low…

"Elsa? It was nice meeting you…" He mouthed the word again… He winked at her, his eyes full of mischief. He cracked a warm half-smile…

Her face was immediately on fire. She had to bite her lip to keep a smile from forming. -She wasn't completely successful… She turned her head slightly towards him. She tried to glare at him, but she couldn't manage that either…

She nearly ran into the door jamb on her exit…