"Excuse me, have you seen Princess Andrea?" Elsa walked towards the first servant she saw this morning.

"Queen Elsa, I believe Miss Andrea has already sailed." The maid said as she gave a small curtsey.

"Oh right. Thank you." Elsa kept her composure as she walked away, sure that the maid was mistaken. Andrea couldn't have gotten on the boat; surely she was waiting for Elsa in her study. Elsa wrenched open the door to her study and burst inside. A folded piece of paper on her desk told Elsa the truth.

My dearest Elsa,

Writing this letter is breaking me into a million pieces. I wish I didn't have to hurt you like this but I find myself with no choice in the matter. I came to Arendelle with Henry to help him get you to sign the trade agreement, which we knew you would be hesitant to sign. I used you and for that I am sorry. I must return to Cortane and marry Henry. He will treat me well and this arrangement will be good for our countries. I meant what I said last night about loving you. I fell in love with you. But despite that this is something I have to do. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me.

I love you infinitely. Please be strong.

Yours forever Andrea

Elsa read the letter over and over again for what seemed like hours. At some point, she couldn't quite remember when, she had sunken to the floor of her study and now lay curled in a ball with the paper clutched against her chest. That is where Anna found her that afternoon, she saw the form of her elder sister lying defeated on the floor and was able to pry the letter away to read it. She understood why Elsa was on the floor now. So there the two girls sat for the night, neither one worried about who might find them next, curled in each other's arms. Anna knew that no amount of words would help the pain Elsa felt now so they were both silent for a long time.

To Be Continued…