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WELCOME TO YOUR PRIVATE CHANNEL, QUEENOFICEOLATION. FOR SECURE COMMUNICATION, USE 013.11.221.20 *** QUEENOFICEOLATION has joined 013.11.221.20 <QUEENOFICEOLATION> I think I've finally gotten the hang of these devices. <QUEENOFICEOLATION> So! <QUEENOFICEOLATION> There's no harm in setting up one of these, yes? <QUEENOFICEOLATION> (Thanks to those of you who helped me do so and I'm sorry if I frustrated anyone)

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Of course I'll have you!

[Her words tumble out almost too quick as Elsa sits up, looking panicked that Cass would even question the idea of Elsa wanting her at her side. She may not be one to look into the unknown future or think about forever like that, but she does know that she wants Cass there at her side through whatever will be coming at them. Cass is the puzzle piece she never knew was missing; the one that fits snugly right next to Anna, to complete the picture of Elsa's heart.

To imagine going somewhere without her brave warrior at her side... it seems impossible, now.]

There's so much I want to show you, Cass. Arendelle, the Forest, everything in between...

[That soft smile is back, and Elsa settles back down. Instead of snuggling into Cass's side, this time she simply lays on top of her, chin on Cass's chest as those shining eyes stare back up at her.]

I know you want to go out and see what sort adventures you can find beyond Corona, and I won't ever dream of stopping you from that. But you will always, always have a place at my side that can't be filled by anyone else.

[feudalladyshandmaid]

[The playfulness in Cassandra's tone urged a smile at Elsa's sudden insistence, but it was true. How could she ever think otherwise? There was no room for doubt anymore, no matter how small, that Elsa would ever refuse having Cass at her side. They existed now practically joined at the hip, hand-in-hand.

A love so strong like this, like the True Love of fairy tales Cass once balked at... It's funny, but now she finally understood.]

Thanks Elsa. Just to be clear, I wasn't worried, at all.

[Her laugh rings true even as they settle back down together, Cass gazing down into Elsa's eyes... And being struck with that feeling again; that thought that was growing inescapable. Especially now, looking down into those bright, loving eyes, listening to Elsa's mentions of places she'd love to show Cass, and the adventures she'd surely like to take once they escaped this living nightmare.]

I'll have to remember to look forward to the grand tour. There's just so much out there, and... I know you need to protect your home, but I want you to see it too, Elsa. But even if you don't...

[Cass pauses, watching those eyes. Words on her lips that she can't get out. Not yet.]

I promise I'll always return.

[defyingfrigidity]

[It can be so hard to find the right words to say sometimes. And that's not always a bad thing! Elsa just feels so... overwhelmed as Cass speaks. But instead of the feeling clamping down on her chest like a vice and digging in, it makes her feel light, like she can fly at any moment without her wings. So light, so warm....]

I love you, Cassandra.

[What else can she say to someone who pledges to always be by her side, whether it be physically or in spirit?]

Meeting you, falling in love with you... you are one of the very best things to ever happen to me.

[feudalladyshandmaid]

[There's a feeling deep in Cassandra's chest that tightens it, makes breathing almost difficult for a moment. A realization; something born of the love in her heart and the woman nestled into her chest. So wild and strange that she never thought she'd feel it herself.

Cassandra wanted to marry this woman.]

I love you too, Elsa.

[But that thought is being tucked away for now. Left for her to focus on other, immediate things. Such as leaning down to press a kiss to the top of her manticore girlfriend's head.]

Happy New Year.

[defyingfrigidity]

[It's funny, how different things were from last year. Last year, they were outside in the cool winter air as fireworks burst all around them, the new year heralded by the cheers of the various partygoers at Maya and Dandy's party. It was perfect to Elsa, and yet... it's funny, how tonight is completely the opposite. Alone in their room, wrapped up and warm with nothing but the crackling of the fire to break the silence that fell during the lulls of conversation.

Those furry, rounded ears atop Elsa's head twitch, and her hands knead gently at Cass's sides - very reminiscent of a cat kneading a spot on the bed (or its owner) as it settles in to rest.]

Happy anniversary, Cassandra.