//------------------------------// // 2. The Princess // Story: The Dragon Master And His Princess // by Chocolate Pony //------------------------------// I giggled, picking up a snowball in my magic. I spread my wings and flew up to a tree top. I sat down on it, waiting patiently. A familiar stallion appeared not too far away, carrying some himself. I smirked, positioning mine in the air. "Oh, Kristoff!" I called mockingly. He turned around just in time to be smacked in the face by my powdery weapon. He fell on his back, all four hooves in the air. He started kicking them dramatically. "Oh Luna, I've been wounded! My death is near!" He exclaimed. I laughed, flying down to him. I offered a hoof, helping him stand. "Don't worry, soldier. You fought well. Just, not well enough." "Well, I would've fought better if a certain somebody hadn't been cheating" He insisted. "Cheating?! I did not!" I gasped, glaring at him. "Oh really? I'm not that one with wings, and a horn. In fact, I have neither" He replied, pointing to my wings and horn. "Ugh! Fine. You win. I cheated a little." Kristoff smirked in satisfaction, pulling me closer. I gasped in surprise as he kissed me. I slowly closed my eyes, enjoying it. That is, until...it happened again. A feeling of immense...guilt filled my system. I felt so wrong doing this. Actually, I'd felt this way many times before. But, only when kissing, or having any intimate moment of any kind with Kristoff. It caused me to pull out of the kiss. "What's wrong, Anna?" He asked, looking concerned. "I-I'm fine. Just...tired I guess" I lied, looking down.. "Oh. Then, maybe you should head back to the castle. It is getting late. Elsa's gonna get worried. Celestia knows how easily worried she gets. I can walk you if you'd like." "N-No! I can walk myself. There's no need. I'd better go now. Bye!" I quickly spread my wings and flew away, leaving Kristoff behind. I didn't dare look back. Knowing he'd probability have a sad look on his face if I did. "What's wrong with you, Anna? Kissing him never bothered you when you first got together. Why is it such a guilt trip now?" I asked myself as I flew home. Me and Kristoff were perfectly fine at one point. It had been just dandy when we became mare and coltfriend. But, after a few months something changed. I started not enjoying our time together as much. Not enjoying our kisses, dates, anything. I hid it as best I could, but I knew I couldn't forever. "I can't live like this permanently. Elsa, Kristoff, everyone is bound to notice at some point. Especially Elsa. She's the most observant. Sweet Celestia, I can NEVER hide anything from her for long." I sighed, landing in front of the castle gates. The guards greeted me, opening them. I walked inside, trotting up to the main door. I was immediately greeted by Elsa. "Hey, sis. How was your date?" She asked, pushing aside her fishtail braid. "Great! It was...perfect. We'll probably do it again soon. Now, if you'll excuse me" I said, trying to walk past her. She was quick to step in the way, spreading her wings. I gave up right then and there. Even if I did get past her, she'd just freeze my hooves. "What's up, Anna? You seem to be acting funny" Elsa said, eyeing me closely. "Nope! I'm fine. Everything's just fine. Just need a nap is all" I replied, smiling reassuringly. Well, at least trying to. It took Elsa a good few more minutes before she stopped aside. I slowly walked past her, still smiling. Once I was far enough away, I ran to my bedroom. I rushed past some maids and servants. Not even stopping to say 'hello.' Once I reached the safety of my room, I flopped down on my pink and green, king sized bed. I sighed in annoyance and sadness. "What is wrong with me?" I wondered outloud, playing with my magic. Why did every moment with Kristoff seem so... wrong? Why can't it be like to was when we first got together? Why'd it have to be so...confusing? Most of all... What's missing?