Rapunzel felt hope bubble in her chest as Eugene locked his eyes on her. His gaze was soft and full of unsaid words.

Promises, apologizes, wishes, dreams.

Rapunzel, as sheltered as she was, knew what came next.

She knew what that gaze meant and she was ready for it. Her mother didn't know everything. She had never been looked at like this, under these lights, on this boat.

And she never would.

There was love in Eugene's eyes and Rapunzel glowed with it.

He gently cupped her cheek and leaned forward slowly and Rapunzel wondered how on earth she had ever allowed herself to be cooped up in a cold hard tower.

This was well worth any anger her mother may have.

She leaned forward as well, content to let him guide her. He already brought her to her dream, she trusted him with this.

Her eyes fluttered closed and she waited ready for her world to change when Eugene's hold on her tightened. She felt her world warping and she snapped her eyes open in fear.

...

Fear clogged Jack's throat.

With Baby Tooth in his hand, Pitch had the upper hand on Jack but that didn't stop him from raising his staff as a treat.

"Let her go." He growled.

Pitch smirked nastily, holding out his other hand.

"The staff, Jack. You have a bad habit of interfering when I don't want you to. Now hand it over and I'll let her go."

Jack's eyes flickered over to Baby Tooth who was shaking her head furiously. It was clear that she was putting on a brave face for him.

Jack looked down at the wooden staff in his hands. It was more than just a tool for his craft, it was a part of him. Giving it up would be like Bunny giving up his boomerangs, Tooth giving up her wings.

Or Sandy-

No.

Jack looked back up at Pitch with renewed strength.

He would not lose someone else.

Jack spun the staff once, letting his hands run over the calming wood pattern before handing it off.

The only thing that's stayed with him throughout those lonely three hundred years. It may have not been an actual person, but it was a comfort nonetheless.

And now Pitch had it.

"Alright." He said, watching as Pitch curled his hand around it. "Now let her go."

Pitch looked down at the staff and back up at him with a smirk. Jack's chest tightened.

"No." Jack sucked in a sharp breath. "You said you wanted to be alone. So be alone!"

Jack clenched his fists helplessly but Baby Tooth had had enough. She jabbed her beak into Pitch's hand harshly.

"Ow!" Pitch growled.

He scoffed and threw her into a nearby ice crack. Jack startled and fear swooped in his stomach.

"No!" He starts after her, but risks a glance at Pitch who immediately, without hesitation, snaps the staff in half.

It was sharp.

It felt as if Pitch had stabbed Jack in his chest.

Jack crumpled to his knees with a groan and Pitch's grin widened. He motioned his hands and his sand followed, knocking into Jack and slamming him into the ice.

Jack, with no strength left and no staff to fly, dropped into the same ice crevice that Baby Tooth was in.

Pain assaulted him from all over and he barely noticed when Pitch threw the broken staff pieces down with him.

Jack had enough strength to open his eyes and reach out for Baby Tooth but suddenly, his world spun and changed.

…

Fred's singing probably should have bothered Hiro but he was too focused to actually notice.

"Harnessing the power of the sun with the ancient amulet they found in the attic." He sang softly.

There was a pause.

"The amulet is green."

Another pause.

"It's probably an emerald."

"Fred." Wasabi huffed. "I will laser hand you in the face."

"Guys." Hiro called, quieting them.

He could practically see the disbelieving look Wasabi was aiming at him and bit back a smile.

Hiro brushed that away to focus and turned to Baymax. "Any sign of him Baymax?"

"This structure is interfering with my sensor."

Wasabi groaned. "Perfect. The robot's broken."

Honey Lemon paused and peeked into a cracked door. She gasped.

"Guys, you might want to see this." She called. They all crowded around the metal door as Honey pushed it open.

A huge testing room, fit with two huge identical portal looking devices.

"What do you think it is, genius?" Gogo asked with a pop of her gum.

Hiro shrugged. "I'm not sure, but look." He pointed up to the deck, where a couple of computers were stationed.

He jogged up the stairs and was about to search through the footage when he felt his world shift.

…

Elsa groaned and opened her eyes.

Her head was pounding and her body ached. Her eyes focused on the roof of the room and she sighed.

She knew her castle ceilings.

The only pastime she had was staring at these walls for hours and hours, days at a time.

She shifted, her gaze exhaustedly traveling over to the window, the blanket that was covering her sliding off. Her eyes widened at the sight that greeted her.

The land was almost completely white. The fjord was frozen over.

She sat up slowly, mindful of her aches, and stepped out of bed. She walked over to the window, completely shocked at the pure white until she was abruptly yanked back by her arms.

She looked down at her hands to see thick black chains covering them. She yanks once and strains to look out the window, feeling dread and fear pool in her gut.

"What have I done?"

The sound of the door opening caught her attention and she turned to look but suddenly her world spun.

…

Merida let her feet go on autopilot as her brain and her heart were too stricken to lead the way.

Her mother just threw- no, she tossed- the bow into the fire. Like it meant absolutely nothing.

Like she wasn't even there the day she got it and started learning it. Like she didn't even notice that Merida carried it everywhere.

Luckily she made it to Agnus before her eyes blurred over with tears.

She didn't care where her horse took her, as long as it was away from that prison she called home.

Why was her mom so intent on not listening to her?

Why was it so hard to talk to her?

Why couldn't she be different?

She curled her hands tighter into Agnus' mane and allowed herself to sob.

Being so emotionally stricken, she didn't even notice her horse neighing in warning.

…

Anna shuddered.

She could feel the cold settling painfully in her chest. It was much harsher than before when she accidentally fell into the frozen lake and much colder than falling into the fresh snow.

It was all consuming and there was no cloth or blanket that could reach it.

"Are you cold?" Kristoff asked worriedly.

This time, Anna couldn't lie. "A little." She admitted, her teeth chattering.

Kristoff did a strange movement before thinking twice about it and stopping. Anna watched him as he scanned the terrain before his eyes lit up.

"Uh...come here." He gently guided her over to a steam vent and motioned for her to hold her hands over it.

Anna sighed in relief. The cold pressure on her chest didn't let up but she appreciated any warmth she could get.

Kristoff watched her with a soft look before he started to lead her away.

"So, uh...about my friends. Well, I say friends, they're more like family. Anyway, when I was a kid, it was just me and Sven until they, you know, took us in."

Anna's eyes widened. "They did?"

"Yeah," Kristoff rubbed the back of his neck nervously. "I don't want to scare you. They can be inappropriate. And loud, very loud. They're also stubborn at times, and a little overbearing, and heavy. Really, really heavy. Which you'll...but you know, you'll get it. They're fine. They mean well."

Anna, seeing that this was going to last a while. gently touched Kristoff's arm.

"Kristoff, they sound wonderful." She said with a genuine smile.

He nodded sheepishly and Anna moved her hand away reluctantly. He was warm and it was nice.

She almost wished he had put his arm around her instead of using the steam vent.

Kristoff took a step forward, throwing his arms out like a presenter, before Anna felt something shift.

…

Hiccup was tossed into the dark room and his dad followed.

"I should've known." Stoick huffed. "I should have seen the signs."

Hiccup, with desperation seeping into his tone, scrambled to his feet. "Dad-"

"We had a deal!" He thundered.

"I know we did...but that was before…" Hiccup curled a hand into his hair harshly. "Ugh, it's so messed up."

Stoick turned to the door and turned back sharply. 'So, everything in the ring...a trick? A lie?"

Hiccup deflated. "I screwed up. I should've told you before now. Take this out on me, be mad at me, but please...don't hurt Toothless."

Hiccup knew, he knew that that was an impossible request. That the amount of pure bloodthirst harbored for a NightFury was too great to quell for one son.

But he couldn't help but try.

"The dragon? That's what you're worried about? Not the people you almost killed!"

"He was just protecting me! He's not dangerous!"

And wasn't that the kicker. The only reason that Toothless was even captured right now was because of Hiccup.

Because of Hiccup's...hiccup.

"They've killed hundreds of us!" Stoick growled.

"And we've killed thousands of them!" Hiccup shot right back.

Stoick blinked in shock for a moment before turning away with a huff.

"They defend themselves! that's all! They raid us because they have to! If they don't bring enough food back, they'll be eaten themselves. There's something else on their island, Dad... it's a dragon like-"

Stoick turned back around with bewilderment. "-Their island? So you've been to the nest."

Hiccup stumbled back, dread crashing down around him. "Uh, did I say nest?"

"How did you find it?" He demanded, taking a step closer.

"No... I didn't. Toothless did. Only a dragon can find the island."

As soon as the words left his mouth he regretted them.

His father's eyes wided, then steeled and Hiccup knew there was no changing his mind. Stoick turned on his heel and began to walk out.

"Oh, no, no. Dad, no!" He grabbed hold of his dad's fur tunic. "Dad! It's not what you think! You don't know what you're up against! It's like nothing you've ever seen! Dad, please! I promise you that you can't win this one! No! Dad, no!"

Stoick shrugged him off determinedly.

Hiccup, fear for his father and his best friend making him push away his anxiety, raised his voice. He grabbed his father's arm and maneuvered himself so he was in front of Stoick.

"For once in your life, would you please just listen to me!"

A disapproving look overcame Stoick's face and he pushed Hiccup to the side. Hiccup stumbled and fell into the dirt.

"You've thrown your lot in with them. You're not a Viking. You're not my son."

Hiccup's eyes widened in disbelief.

His father simply turned, and without a backwards glance, he stepped out of the room, closing the door behind him.

Hiccup's eyes blurred with tears and he felt something in his chest shatter.

He was just disowned.

And by tradition, since his father was the chief, he would have to leave Berk.

His best friend- his only friend- was gone, most likely to be killed after his use was through.

He had no one.

Hiccup inhaled sharply and pressed his hands against his eyes, refusing to cry.

His world felt like it was crumbling, or maybe it was because it was.

When Hiccup opened his eyes again, he was somewhere else.

A large room with a bunch of seats all facing a wall with a screen on it? Hiccup swiveled around and his eyes landed on the other people standing there.

A girl with a lot of golden hair all tied up with braids and flowers, holding a man's hand.

A small boy, fitted in some form of purple gear standing close to a large marshmallow being who also had some form of red gear on.

A woman with white hair and a beautiful blue gown looking around in fear while tucking her hands into her arms.

A redhead, who's hair was wild and unruly and her face stained with tear tracks, looking around in confusion and anger.

Another boy, with white hair and a blue hoodie on. He was on the ground, holding his stomach as if he was in pain. A small bird like creature fluttered around him.

And a girl, with ginger hair streaked with white, shivering as if she was cold. The man next to her watched her helplessly, seemingly unsure of what to do with his hands.

"E-elsa?" The cold girl called.

The woman in question only stumbled away from her in fear.

"No. Don't." She said shakily.

The girl stopped and her companion simply curled a hand around her elbow and pulled her back towards him protectively.

Hiccup brushed away his tears as subtly as he could and backed away.

"What is this!" The redhead growled. She had a thick Scottish accent and now that Hiccup was looking closer, he could see that her dress was ripped and torn. "Where am I?"

She turned to the guy and the blonde girl with a furious growl. The guy immediately stepped in front of the girl and held up his hands in a placating manner.

"Hey, I'm trying to figure this out too." His voice was smooth and easygoing.

"Baymax," The smaller boy addressed the giant marshmallow creature. "Scan."

There was a pause before the creature spoke. "My scanner is not working in this facility."

Elsa, despite still looking fearful, took a step closer to the boy who was sitting on the ground. "Is he okay?"

The boy groaned in response and looked up through lidded eyes. They were blue, electric.

"I'm just peachy."

Then there was a pause.

"Wait! You can see me?" He shifted, making a move to stand before falling again. Elsa automatically reached to catch him and set him back down.

"Of course I can?" She said confusedly, her hand lingered on his shoulder before she jumped away in fear.

The little bird creature that was circling him in worry quickened it's circle.

"It's alright Baby Tooth. I'm okay, I promise." He said with a forced smile. "It just-ow- hurts a bit."

The marshmallow, Baymax, took a slow step forward.

"You are in pain." He surmised. "On a scale of one to ten, how would you rate your pain?"

The boy blinked at the creature before scoffing. "Eleven."

The robot began to say something but was cut off by the red head's shout.

"What the hell is that?"

Everyone turned to where she was looking before Hiccup was pounced on by a familiar black blur. Two bright green eyes checked him over.

"Toothless!" Hiccup cried in relief. He immediately curled his arms around the dragon's neck. "I thought I lost you buddy."

Toothless warbled in response before his eyes focused on the other figures in the room. He stepped over Hiccup protectively and growled.

Hiccup scrambled to his feet and instinctively stepped in between Toothless and the strangers.

Something in Hiccup's gut was telling him that these people would be important; to both him and the world.

And his gut is the reason that Toothless is alive and his best friend.

"Hey, hey. It's okay." He said softly. "They're not gonna hurt me. Right?"

That last question was aimed at the strangers and they all didn't hesitate to nod. Except the redhead, who was glaring at the dragon.

"See? It's all good here."

Toothless gave one last warning growl before curling around Hiccup decisively.

"So let me get this straight." The man holding the blonde girl's hand started, "You have a dragon."

Hiccup nodded.

"And you," he turned to the smaller boy. "Have a…"

"A robot." He summarized. Baymax turned away from the boy on the floor to address the man.

"Hello," He did a little hand circle. "I am Baymax, your personal healthcare companion."

"Righttt. Well, since we're all stuck here. Might as well do introductions? I'm Flynn Rider."

The girl next to him smiled. "I'm Rapunzel."

Flynn pointed to the robot. "You're Baymax. But you are…"

"Hiro Hamada." The smaller boy said. He took off his helmet to reveal a messy head of black hair and an adorable baby face.

"Aw, you're so cute." Rapunzel cooed and Hiro shrugged, a blush blooming on his cheeks.

"M' not." Hiccup mentally argued, he was positively adorable.

"I'm Anna and this is Kristoff." She kept glancing over at Elsa like she needed to talk to her.

"Hey." Kristoff greeted.

"I'm Jack." The boy on the ground nodded. " And this is Baby Tooth."

"Woah."

"I'm Elsa." The woman said quietly, she still kept away from everyone else but cast a curious glance at Jack.

"I'm Hiccup. and This is Toothless."

"Toothless?" Kristoff asked. "That's an interesting name."

"And Hiccup too." Jack hummed.

Hiccup nodded. "He's got retractable teeth and I-"

I'm a hiccup.

Hiccup swallowed. "-I'm a viking. Or, I was."

Jack nodded, gazing at him thoughtfully. And Toothless, sensing his rider's turmoil, gently nudged his side. Hiccup ran a hand over his nose to calm himself.

"Well, my name's Merida." The redhead huffed. "Again, what are we all doing here."

Then, a new voice, from behind Hiccup.

"Allow me to tell you."

Toothless turned immediately but Hiccup's hand on his side stopped him.

The woman was tall and slim, with silver grey hair pulled back into a low bun, and big, bright, blue eyes. She was wearing a soft black sweater and blue jeans with gold earrings hanging from her ears.

She had an aura about her, regal, important, omnipotent.

"Who are you?" Merida asked. She must have sensed the aura because her tone was less hostile and more respectful.

"It depends on your culture. To some here I am Máni, the Norse moon Goddess," She nodded to Hiccup and Merida. "To some I am the Man in the Moon's helper," she nodded at Jack. "And to others I am Chang'e. In other words, I am the moon goddess. You may call me Luna. I am here to bestow you with your fate."

Merida perked up slightly at that. "Our fate?"

"Yes." She nodded. "But to do that, we must first look at your past and reclaim your present so the future can take shape."

"What do you mean, 'look at our past'?" Hiro asked.

"In the coming days we will be viewing some motion picture depicting your lives. These will help you all understand yourselves and each other better."

"A motion picture?" Kristoff blinked.

"Wait, just us?" Hiccup asked.

"What about our real lives?" Elsa questioned.

"Your real lives and any current curses have all been paused." She said with a wave of her hand. Instantly, Anna took a relieved breath and stopped shivering and Jack cautiously lifted his head. "And your families will be joining us momentarily, I just wanted you all to be familiar with each other before then."

Panic stuck Hiccup.

If Luna was talking about the family he thought she was talking about, then they couldn't come here. They'd kill Toothless. Hiccup couldn't look at his dad's-Stoick's- disappointed gaze again.

It seemed like Toothless could tell Hiccup's pains because he purred and curled a wing around him.

"Our family?" Rapunzel repeated, sounding troubled and Flynn frowned.

"Yes. And I don't want there to be any worry about possible altercations." Luna said, pointedly looking at Hiccup. "You guys and your friends are my primary concern and I will protect you."

"So what do we have to do?" Jack asked. He was looking much better, while he still kept a hand curled around his middle, he was standing and had a mischievous glint in his eyes.

"You just have to sit and watch. I will do the rest." Luna guested to the seats in the front.

They all made their way to the seats except for Hiccup, who preferred to curl up with Toothless near them.

And Elsa.

She stayed away from them, whether out of fear or caution, she wouldn't go near them.

"Elsa, you aren't going to hurt us." Anna pleaded. Kristoff, in a sort of reminding way, placed his hand over hers and she faltered.

"I can't-"

"No one will get hurt here." Luna reassured. "Your powers will only help."

"Powers?" Rapunzel perked up and Merida glanced over in interest.

"You all will see." Luna said mysteriously before she waved her arms.