Disclaimer: I don't own Disney, the Mouse does, he owns everything.

Back to the ol' grind.

It was only halfway into the first day of the new term and already Elsa was tired. All she wanted to do was going home and sleep. She shook her head vigorously and smacked her face a couple times. Get it together.

"Ugh, can we just drop out?" A familiar blonde groaned as she plopped into the seat across from her.

Elsa laughed. "As much as I'd like to, we're almost done, Rapz. We can hang in there I think."

"One more year." Her cousin, Rapunzel, sighed. "God it feels like we didn't even get a break."

"I know what you mean, but hey, I thought you were excited to get into your more advanced art classes?"

At the mention of the her major, emerald eyes dazzled to life. "Oh! I am! We get to pick what paints we use now! No more being stuck with acrylic! I mean, not that it's bad or anything, I just prefer oils, and water colors are tons of fun too. There's just no room to breathe with acrylic! And it dries way too fast! God I wanted to die last term."

Elsa smiled at her cousin's passion. "And I doubt your lectures are anywhere as dull as Philosophical Foundations of Legal Ethics."

"Elsa, please, you almost put me back to sleep." Rapunzel shook her head. "What about your music class? It's advanced, too, isn't it?"

Bright blue eyes lit up this time. "Oh, yes! Advanced Musical Performance!"

"Oooo! Are you gonna sing this time?"

Her smile faded as her lips pulled back into a grimace. "I mean, we can, but you know that's not my thing, Rapz."

"But your voice is so beautiful!"

"Be that as it may, I'm just more comfortable playing an instrument instead."

Rapunzel fell back into her seat. "Fiiiine. Oh!" She instantly jumped back up. "Speaking of music, you have to come to Oaken's with me tonight!"

This wasn't the first time Elsa had heard of Oaken's, or been invited for that matter. It was Rapunzel's favorite place to go. Apparently there was a band that played there a couple nights a week and she loved their music. She'd been visiting the place even more these past couple months due to them hiring a new bartender that Rapunzel was interested in.

Elsa had been interested to see the band, even if it wasn't her preferred genre, she was a fan of all music. The only thing that made her hesitant to go was that Oaken's was also a bar, and the bar atmosphere made her very uncomfortable. Rapunzel had been asking her all summer to go and she refused each time. Speaking of summer, she hoped Rapunzel had forgotten-

"And you promised! So no buts, no cuts, no coconuts!"

Damnit! I'm never drinking again.

Rapunzel had finally convinced Elsa to drink with her. It'd been just the two of them at Rapunzel's apartment, drinking and watching movies. After a good bit of alcohol had gotten into their system they'd started a good old fashioned game of truth or dare. After inciting a dare Elsa refused to do, and a bit of back and forth about how much of a wuss she was, Elsa pledged to be a bit more daring, and that oath started with her owing Rapunzel a visit to Oaken's whenever she wanted.

Elsa sighed. "Fine yes, I promised one visit. If I don't like it, I'm never going back."

"Deal!" Rapunzel stuck her pinkie out, and they pinkie promised. She squealed. "I'm so excited. This is gonna be amazing!"

"I'm not drinking!"

"That's fine! I'm just... so glad I get to share this experience with you." Elsa smiled, her cousin was so wholesome. "And you can meet Flynn! You'll finally understand what I've been talking about."

"You mean I didn't understand enough by those blurry photos with him barely in frame that you secretly took without trying to look like a creep?"

Rapunzel threw her bagel at her, and the two laughed. In the back of her mind, Elsa was incredibly anxious about tonight.

She'd been told that Oaken's was a bit of a hole-in-the-wall dive bar, but once Rapunzel started dragging her down an abandoned alley just off the density of Main Street she just had to to put her foot down.

"Rapz!" She hissed, ripping her hand away. "Just where the hell are we going?!"

"Relax." Rapunzel spread her hands out. "It's just right here!" She pointed to a door just 2 feet away with a 2x3 sign that said OAKEN'S. "They don't have another entrance!"

"That's not shady at all." Elsa said, flatly, crossing her arms.

"It's not, it's terrible real estate. Now do you wanna go inside where there are people, or stay here in the alley to actually die?"

Elsa glared at her for a few more moments before sighing and following her inside.

Upon entering the building Elsa froze in her tracks. She'd never been in a bar before, and all the ones she'd seen in movies were always dark, damp, and incredibly dirty. Though maybe she just watched too many medieval films. Even so, not even the more modern films had bars that were so... bright. Above the bar was a large, bright blue sign that spelled OAKEN'S, and those blue lights stemmed across the rest of the bar, illuminating the whole room in a soft, blue glow.

In the middle of the room was a circular bar. Behind that and closer to the door where Elsa stood were 3 pool tables, one currently occupied by a few gentlemen. On the other side of the room (and the bar), was a circular stage filled with a setup. Elsa could see a couple figures fiddling with the set.

"Elsa!" Rapunzel reappeared in front of her, two drinks in hand.

"Whaaaaaat is this?" Elsa asked as she took one.

"Just a rum and coke, nothing intense." She reassured. She noticed the anxious look on her cousin's face. "Hey, just take it slow. You don't even have to drink it if you don't want to. We're here to have fun tonight, so just relax and release your inhibitions~" She sang out that last part as she made her way back to the bar.

Elsa chortled at her cousin's antics. She made to follow Rapunzel to where she sat. Maybe tonight won't be so - "Ack!" She screamed as the cold ice and liquid spilled down the front of her shirt.

"Oh my gosh! I am so sorry!" A feminine voice shrieked beside her. Two small hands were suddenly rubbing up and down her shirt. "I-I don't have a towel, oh! I have a jacket you can-"

This was too much for Elsa. "No. Just.. Just get away from me!" She shoved past the flustered stranger and made a beeline for Rapunzel.

"That was a mess." Rapunzel stated bluntly. "Are you okay? Did you wanna leave?"

"No... no. I just needed to get away from all the noise and... touching." Elsa visibly shuddered at the experience. "Thanks for the offer, though."

Rapunzel smiled. "Well, I think that's enough alcohol for you. Not even a drop and you're spilling everywhere." Elsa shot her a glare, but she only laughed. "Here, change into my sweater." She peeled off her long-sleeve, revealing a tank top underneath.

"Thanks."

When Elsa returned from the bathroom she saw Rapunzel chatting with a young woman who looked about their age. She had scorching red hair and eyes as blue as her own, light freckles that sprinkled across her nose and cheeks. She laughed loudly at something Rapunzel said, it confused Elsa, why did that laugh sound familiar?

The redhead stiffened when Elsa reclaimed her seat; an action Elsa was about to question until the other girl spoke first, "I am so so sorry about the drink." It clicked; this was the girl that bumped into her mere minutes ago! The girl she shoved away and ran from. Elsa's whole face heated up from embarrassment. She wanted to say something to the other girl, but nothing would come out. She just covered her mouth with her hand and looked away.

"It's okay," Rapunzel answered for her. "It was an accident, and my cousin's just really shy. No hard feelings."

"If you say so." The redhead eyed Elsa, seemingly unconvinced. "Well, let me replace it. It's the least I can do. Yo, Flynn!" She yelled past them. Rapunzel perked up at the name. "Be a doll and bring a round for the two lovely ladies, aye?" She turns back to the duo. "Whatever you ladies want, it's on me."

"Well Elsa doesn't drink, but I will happily take you up on that offer after you ruined my cousin's first night out."

The other girl winced. Ouch.

Elsa smacked Rapunzel in the shoulder. "What?" she exclaimed. "I was joking!"

"What's this?" A new voice chimed in. "Anna causing trouble, again?"

"I was no- Oh, actually, maybe."

"Elsa!" Rapunzel yanked the pale girl closer to whisper. "That's him! Flynn!"

Unlike all the large, burly men with tattoos and always a singular cigarette hanging out the corner of their mouth like modern television showed, this gentlemen was clean. Sleek brown hair brushed to the side but still long enough to fall in front of his impish brown eyes. And instead of a large, curly unkempt beard, he kept a trimmed, petite goatee.

Maybe I should stop watching so many movies. Elsa thought to herself.

"So what'll it be, ladies?" Flynn asked, pulling his lips in a smirk just so and a wink to finish his delivery.

"I'll have a long island, if you can make it right." Rapunzel shot back.

"Oh ho, is that a challenge? Well just you wait blondie, I'll give you the best drink you've ever had. Knock you right out of the park." He turned to Elsa. "And for you, my dear?"

"Um," Elsa shuffled, knowing all eyes were on her. "Just.. water."

Flynn blinked. "Just water?"

"You know, it's not nice to question a lady's choice in beverage, Flynn." Anna chimed in, leaning on the bar next to Elsa.

He threw his hands up. "Hey, just making sure. One water, coming up. I'll even put Oaken's specialty ice cubes in it. How many would you like? Three? Maybe four?"

Anna shoved him away, laughing. "Alright, smartass."

Elsa found herself smiling at the quip. Flynn slid her a tall glass of water. "Alright, Blondie, it's showtime!" He went to work, making a big show of putting together Rapunzel's drink.

Rapunzel was so star struck watching Flynn move that Elsa had to laugh. She turned her attention away to realize Anna was still standing next to her, watching Flynn and rolling her eyes, a smile on her face. "Sorry." Elsa mumbled.

Anna's head snapped to her. "Huh?"

"Earlier. Rapunzel."

"Oh, it's not big deal." Anna waved her hands. "Besides, it gave me the perfect excuse to buy a beautiful woman a drink."

Elsa blushed hard. She wasn't used to being flirted with. Rapunzel was usually the center of attention. People would talk to her at first, but after a lack of conversation they would move on to the more vibrant blonde.

"Anna!" A voice shouted from across the room.

"Oh!" Anna jumped up. "Rats, I gotta go. Sorry." She moved away before stopping suddenly. "Maybe I'll see you later tonight? We can talk some more?"

If you want to call this talking, sure. Elsa nodded.

Anna beamed at her. "Awesome."

"Anna!"

"Ah, sorry. Uh, bye!" She gave a tiny wave before running off.

Elsa giggled before turning back to the accusing gaze of Rapunzel. "What?"

"Look at you, making friends!" She squealed, clapping her hands together with a large smile on her face.

"Shut up." She grumbled.

"No, really, I'm so proud of you. I know this kinda thing isn't easy for you."

"Well, I'll give it to you, it's not nearly as bad as I thought it'd be." She wanted to get the attention off herself. "How's the Long Island?"

"It's amazing! I think it's the best one I've ever had!"

"Mmmm, why thank you." Flynn slide up from underneath the bar directly across from them, making them jump. "I'm honored to received such a glowing compliment."

"Wha- Where did you even-?!"

They were cut short by the sound of a mic feedback. Rapunzel shook Elsa by the shoulder. "Look! The band's about to start."

Elsa turned her attention to the stage she noticed earlier, and her eyes widened as she spotted Anna in front of the mic, a guitar draped across her shoulders.

Anna cleared her throat. "How's it sound? We good?"

"Sounds good!" Flynn shouted back, sticking his thumbs up.

"Alright!" Anna clapped. "Sorry to keep you all waiting, we had a slight change in the set. But we're all good to go now, everyone ready!"

Flynn cupped his hands together and bellowed "Whoooo!" The guys hanging back by the pool tables whoop'd too.

"That's what I like to hear!" She turned back to her band mates. "Olaf, start us off!"

The piano started, followed by a low tap from the drums. The melody kept building and soon Elsa began to recognize the beat. She was proven correctly when Anna opened her mouth.

"I threw a wish in the well
Don't ask me I'll never tell
I looked to you as it fell
And now you're in my way
I'd trade my soul for a wish
Pennies and dimes for a kiss
I wasn't looking for this
But now you're in my way"

Now it was Elsa's turn to be star-struck. Anna's voice was smooth, yet strong. She could listen to it all day.

Your stare was holding
Ripped jeans, skin was showin'
Hot night, wind was blowin'
Where you think you're going baby?

Hey, I just met you and this is crazy
But here's my number, so call me maybe
It's hard to look right at you baby
But here's my number, so call me maybe
Hey I just met you and this is crazy
But here's my number, so call me maybe
And all the other boys try to chase me
But here's my number, so call me maybe"

Rapunzel was bouncing and singing along, Flynn had given her another drink and Elsa could tell it was starting to hit. She turned her attention away from the band and more toward her cousin.

"Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
I missed you so bad
I missed you so so bad
Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
And you should know that
I missed you so so bad

It's hard to look right at you baby
But here's my number, so call me maybe"

"Hey, Elllsaaaa~" Rapunzel poked her. "Dozn't that big guy look familiar? The other guitar man?"

Elsa turned to look at this "other guitar man", which was actually the bass player. A stocky, short-haired blonde man with dark eyes. He did look slightly familiar but Elsa couldn't place him at the moment.

A flash of red in her peripheral drew her attention back to Anna, and surprisingly, the redhead was looking right at her. Anna smirked as she belt out the last chorus, never once taking her eyes off Elsa's.

"Hey, I just met you and this is crazy
But here's my number, so call me maybe
And all the other boys try to chase me
But here's my number, so call me maybe

Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
I missed you so bad
I missed you so so bad
Before you came into my life
I missed you so bad
And you should know that
So call me maybe"

Elsa's eyes widened, and she turned to gulp down the last of her water; her mouth suddenly felt like a desert. Why did it feel like Anna was directing that line at her? No don't be ridiculous. You were familiar and maybe she needed to put her eyes some where. You do it all the time in class. But why wouldn't she look at Flynn? Or anywhere else? Stop asking questions!

"Wheeee!" Rapunzel cheered, almost falling off her chair.

Elsa wrapped an arm around her, helping her to her feet. "Come on, you big lug,"

Flynn glanced at them, feeling guilty. "I'm sorry, I made them too strong."

"It's fine." Elsa said. "I'm just... gonna take her home."

"Oh yeah, of course. Hey, you two be safe." He called after them.

"Let's go, Rapz." Elsa said gently, leading her toward the door.

"Ohhhkayyyy."

She struggled to open the door and support Rapunzel's practically dead weight.

"Here." Flynn walked over and held it open. "I'll walk you to your car, make sure you get there safe."

Elsa was honestly surprised by how kind he was being. "Thank you." She said once Rapunzel was in the vehicle.

Flynn smiled. "No problem, you drive safe. Tell your cousin I hope she feels better, she's gonna be feeling it tomorrow."

A nod. "Goodnight."

"Night."

Song: "Call Me Maybe" - Carly Rae Jepsen