Winter POV
I don't understand men... Y/n recently returned with a girl Weiss calls "Seraphine..." This better not be yet another competitor for my suitor. You know what? I'm getting sidetracked. I looked beside me to see a blond girl in armor who looked at the scene before me.
Winter: What did you say your name was again?
???: L-Luxanna Crownguard, ma'am. Are you Weiss's sister?
Winter: I am, and there's no need for ma'am. I'm off duty.
Lux: R-Right, sorry.
Winter: It's alright, you are my sister's friend, which makes you a friend of mine too.
Lux: R-Really?
Winter: Of course... Now, do you have any idea what's happening in front of us?
Lux: I-I don't.
In front of us was Y/n and what I assume was Lux's brother Garen.
Both were wearing cloaks with hoods over their heads, and they were holding these toy swords called "lightsabers" from the popular franchise Star Wars. They were just standing there... Menacingly. Then Garen stood forward and took off his hood.
Garen: All women... Are Queens!
He said, flicking his wrist, and the plastic sword extended. I just deadpanned at this, and Lux looked embarrassed. Then Y/n took a step forward and took off his hood. He was still wearing his blindfold as he spoke.
Y/n: If she breathes...! SHE'S A THOOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTTT!!!!
I could feel his very heart and soul when he shouted the final word. I'm unfamiliar with this word, but I have heard some people refer to me as such. I wonder what it means. Then the two charged at each other and started clashing like little children.
Winter: *sigh* I'm in love with that man...
I stated with a sigh of disbelief.
Anya: Attack!
I looked to the side to see the little ones joining the fray with their own toy swords as they started hitting Garen.
Garen: No! You brought reinforcements, you coward!
Y/n: You mistake strategy for cowardice. Dedicate your hearts, daughters!
It was like watching a play made by children.
Nezuko: Hmm!
Anya: For the kingdom!
The two attacked the knight mercilessly as he was on the ground covering his head from the sword strikes.
Garen: The brutality! Lux, save me!
He reached out to Lux, who shrank in embarrassment as I merely sighed. Soon the two "stabbed" him by plunging their swords between his arm and his body before cheering.
Anya: We did it, Nezuko!
Nezuko: Hmm!
The two hugged each other, and it was an adorable sight. Then they were both raised from the ground as Y/n embraced the two and spun them around as they laughed.
Anya: Papa, we did it!
Y/n: Good job, you two.
The little ones gave him a close-eyed smile which he returned with a warm one.
Winter: *sigh* I'm in love with that man.
What initially was a sigh of disbelief became a sigh of dreamy bliss. Though it seems there was something was missing with this view... But then I pictured myself with them, and all became right with the world.
???: *clears throat*
3rd POV
Everyone looked to see the former queen of Arendelle standing there with her arms crossed as she looked at them with an eyebrow raised.
Iduna: What exactly is happening here?
Winter and Lux bowed respectfully, as did Y/n, who lightly kicked the laying Garen to cut out his act. Anya and Nezuko decided to salute the former queen instead making her giggle. Garen stumbled before finally bowing and clearing his throat.
Garen: Forgive us, your majesty. We were merely trying to pass the time.
Iduna: Well, the time has passed, and the party draws near. I suggest you all get ready.
Winter: It shall be done, your highness.
Iduna: I look forward to seeing you all there. Also, may I have a word with you, Sir Yeager?
Y/n: Of course, your majesty.
Iduna: Come with me.
Y/n nodded as he looked at Garen.
Y/n: Can you look after them?
Garen: Of course, old friend.
Y/n: Alright, you two go with uncle Garen for now, ok? Daddy has to talk with the Queen.
Anya: Why? Is she going to make you the king?!
Y/n: I don't think so, Sunshine. Now make sure the both of you behave, ok?
The two nodded at him, which earned them a little head rub as he stood up.
Y/n: It was nice to meet you, Lux. I'll see you all at the party.
He waved at the group as he followed the Queen leaving the others and Lux, who timidly waved back.
Garen: Now, who here wants to learn how to spin like a helicopter?
Anya: Me!
Nezuko: Hmm!
Winter: *sigh* He could have just asked me instead.
The scene shifts to see Queen Iduna and Y/n standing on the balcony, looking out at the great sea and the docking ships. Y/n, with his hands in his pockets, started.
Y/n: What do you wish to speak to me about, your highness?
Iduna: Well, for one thing, you don't have to call me your highness. I'm not the Queen anymore. Second... I want to ask for a favor.
Y/n: If it's within my capabilities, consider it done.
The former Queen was silent.
Iduna:... Could you ask my daughter to the dance?
Y/n: Pardon?
Iduna: I believe Weiss mentioned the fact that each family we invited was highly suggested to bring... A prince.
Y/n: Well, yes, but... I just assumed Shitley would take my place since he joined us anyway. Besides, I am no prince, ma'am.
Iduna: Why do you think that?
Y/n: Well, I'm not prim and proper. The finer things in life matter little to me. I don't respect authority... From both sides of the spectrum.
The former queen was intrigued by this.
Iduna: So you don't respect authority when it's over you and when you're the one that holds the power?
Y/n: Yes.
Iduna: And yet here you are, showing me respect.
Y/n: I respect you as a person. Not your status because, to me, respect is earned... Not given. Social titles mean nothing to me.
He said unwavering, not breaking eye contact with the former queen, who only stared at him before giggling.
Iduna: *giggles* I like you, Sir Yeager.
Y/n: *chuckles* None of that, sir, business. I'm not that old yet.
The former queen cleared her throat as she continued.
Iduna: These traits you have may not be that of a prince... But it is certainly one I want for the man that will take my daughter's hand.
Y/n:...
The silence was tense. He looked for any signs that the queen was joking, but unfortunately for him, there weren't.
Y/n: Umm... I thought this was about asking her to the dance.
Iduna: Well... It will start off that way. But from there, your relationship will blossom.
Y/n stared at her once more.
Y/n: I don't speak for your daughter, but... Don't you think it's better to let her decide who her suitor should be? If she would even want to have a suitor, to begin with.
Iduna gazed at the young man before going into a laughing fit. Y/n, who had no idea how to react, just stood there confused. Soon Iduna finished wiping a stray tear from laughing so hard.
Iduna: You are only proving my point. Of course, it would be up to her to decide who she marries if she wanted to, that is.
Y/n:... So was this some-
Iduna: Test? Indeed it was, and I've found my preferred suitor for my daughter. I hope you show these traits to her later.
She smiled at the young man who just looked out at the setting sun with his current conflict.
Y/n: I'm honored that you think I'm worthy of your daughter, but... I'm afraid I'll have to decline.
Iduna was shocked but intrigued by this as she didn't reply.
Y/n: There is a lot you don't know about me, your majesty... And as embarrassing as it is... I don't know the first thing about being in a relationship or to be in love, for that matter.
He said with a somber tone which was something the Queen had never heard from him since meeting him, but she remained silent.
Y/n: I'm sure your daughter is a remarkable woman if you and your husband are anything to go by. This is why I would instead not let her waste her life and time being tied down to a man who has no fundamental understanding of love.
Iduna: And what of you children? Your wife?
Y/n: She's the mother of my children, but she's not my wife. Of course, I love my daughters, but... To love a significant other? I can't comprehend the thought of it.
Iduna: Why is that... Y/n?
Though the sudden first-name basis caught him off guard, he continued.
Y/n:... The first few times I'd ever felt that type of love... It all ended the same way. My "parents" treated me as anything other than a son. So my very concept of love shattered along with any relationship I had with them
Iduna noticed how his tone became emotionless when they reached this topic.
Iduna: I see... I won't pry further, Y/n. I hope you don't mind me calling you that.
Y/n: I don't mind, your majesty... And don't worry. I will ask your daughter to the dance if she'll have me
Iduna: I appreciate that. However, I'm also aware that the mother of your children would wish to be your partner later... Just make sure you treat them equally.
Y/n: I will, your majesty. Is there anything else?
Iduna: That will be all, Y/n. I suggest you get ready for the party. Many will await you later, which I'm sure you know.
Y/n: *sigh* I haven't had enough coffee for this.
Iduna: Coffee?
The queen asked, confused, which made Y/n gasp in shock.
Y/n: Y-You don't have coffee here?
Iduna: I don't know what that is.
Y/n: This is mutiny! My first decree as a fake prince of the Schnee family is to serve coffee at the table tomorrow for breakfast!
He said dramatically in a joking manner.
Iduna: *giggles* I look forward to it, then. See you later, Y/n.
Y/n: Of course, your majesty.
He bowed before walking away as the queen looked at him, smiling.
Iduna: Give it time, young one. Your heart will open itself once more.
Weiss POV
It's nice that Sera is here. The party is starting, so the two of us are getting ready. But I'm worried about her. Ever since Y/n brought her here, she looked... Distracted. Like something was on her mind. Since I was finished getting dressed, I tapped her on the shoulder, which made her flinch.
Weiss: Sera? Are you alright?
Seraphine: Y-Yeah, just... Did you notice anything about Y/n?
That's an odd question.
Weiss: Not really. Besides the fact that he has two beautiful children, that's all that's new about him. Why?
Seraphine: It's just... Has he ever been sad in front of you?
Weiss: Now that I think about it, no... He's only ever been happy whenever I see him... Besides that time when he yelled at us.
Seraphine: W-Why did he yell at you guys?
Weiss: W-Well, we kind of pressured him to answer some of our questions... It was terrifying to see him mad, considering how light-hearted he is all the time.
Seraphine:... Do you ever think that there's more to him besides that one handsome guy that most people like.
I was irked by that comment, but she's right. All the time I've known him, he's only been a happy-go-lucky guy. He has his mature moments when needed, but I've only ever known him as some sort of brother at the time... This was before I gained feelings for him.
Weiss: Although he never admits it, I know he can handle himself in a fight.
Seraphine: You don't know the half of it.
Weiss: What?
Seraphine: Nothing... Let's just keep an eye on him.
Weiss: Why is that?
Seraphine: My power is that I can hear the music of someone and not like their theme song but their emotions. It's actually what helps me with my music, but when I try to listen to Y/n's song... There's nothing but silence.
I knew about her abilities, but... If what she's saying is true, there could be something happening to him.
Weiss: Does he know of your powers?
Seraphine: He does... You don't think he's trying to shut me out, do you?
Weiss: If there's something more to him like you said... Then maybe, which is what worries me. He's done so much for us, but I never stopped to think if he ever needed our help.
Seraphine: We'll get to the bottom of this, Weiss... For now, let's get ready for the party.
I nodded at her as I finished my makeup. I'm sorry, Y/n, I never realized. None of us did. If my theory is correct... Are you secretly hurting, and not once did you cry for help? Please let us help you... Let me help you.
That's going to wrap up this chapter hope you enjoyed it. If you have any suggestions or recommendations, let me know. Until then, see you at the next one.
Peace