[ Kristoff could never be sure that not treating her like a princess from the start had been a good thing, but it had certainly set the tone for their relationship from the beginning. He was lucky she hadn't been one of those Off With Your Head type of royals with how he'd talked back to her, really.
While he'd had a somewhat amused smile on his face at the start, it changes, softens, eventually disappearing when she talks about her nightmares. Not for the first time, he wishes he could reach out and grab her hand, but maybe the video feed is what makes it easier to open up about it all. Like there's some kind of separation that makes it easier to be honest.
He bites on his lip for a moment, leaning back against Sven with his arms crossed over his chest. ]
I'm sorry you're still having nightmares. I know... what Hans did to you hurt you more deeply than probably any of us can imagine. [ He hesitates for a second, before pushing on, hoping he's at least close to saying the right words. ]
I could've explored romance if I wanted to, y'know. I just... didn't. Not having experience doesn't mean I don't know what I want. [ There's a pause before he corrects himself; ] Not that I think you were saying I don't know. But if you're scared because of my lack of exploration, you don't have to be. Wanting to explore romance with you was how I knew you were the one. I'd never have let you in otherwise.
[ He had planned on spending his life alone when it came down to it. Anna had just thrown a wrench in those plans by being irresistible, apparently. ]
At the end of the day, Hans wasn't your true love. And I am. You don't ever have to be afraid of losing me.
[ He was saying the right words, even if they were the right words that she had so often heard; the reminder helps.
Her eyes look away from the feed as she thinks about what he's saying and she gives a little nod.
But she does look up when he mentions that he knew she was the one because he wanted to explore it with her. It's not like she thinks Kristoff is immune to the way women look or the desire for them, but she knows how dedicated he is to his work and how much energy he puts into it. She crashed into his small world and he had wanted her to stay and that meant something. And Hans wasn't her true love and she'd already started figuring that out even before he'd betrayed her.
She doesn't flinch at any of his words, or insert her own ideas, so she was improving. ]
I trust you. You know I trust you. Or if you think I don't, then we need to be having another conversation. [ Her tone hints at the playfulness that suggests she's coming around. ]
I am still afraid of losing you. [ And look some honesty. ] But, I'm not afraid that you'll leave me at the alter or back out. And I know you are strong enough to face whatever being married to me entails, so I know it's all just my own anxieties plaguing me.
Thank you Kristoff, I want you know that I appreciate your devotion. I don't think anyone has ever been devoted to me the way you are, and I'll work on my nerves.
[ He gives a genuine smile, glad to see her take his words to heart, and giving a small laugh at her mention of him possibly thinking she doesn't trust him. She was right; he did know. If there was one thing that they always seemed to be able to rely on, it was each other. ]
I love you, Anna. Whatever you go through, we'll go through together. Even if I have to reassure you every step of the way.
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While he'd had a somewhat amused smile on his face at the start, it changes, softens, eventually disappearing when she talks about her nightmares. Not for the first time, he wishes he could reach out and grab her hand, but maybe the video feed is what makes it easier to open up about it all. Like there's some kind of separation that makes it easier to be honest.
He bites on his lip for a moment, leaning back against Sven with his arms crossed over his chest. ]
I'm sorry you're still having nightmares. I know... what Hans did to you hurt you more deeply than probably any of us can imagine. [ He hesitates for a second, before pushing on, hoping he's at least close to saying the right words. ]
I could've explored romance if I wanted to, y'know. I just... didn't. Not having experience doesn't mean I don't know what I want. [ There's a pause before he corrects himself; ] Not that I think you were saying I don't know. But if you're scared because of my lack of exploration, you don't have to be. Wanting to explore romance with you was how I knew you were the one. I'd never have let you in otherwise.
[ He had planned on spending his life alone when it came down to it. Anna had just thrown a wrench in those plans by being irresistible, apparently. ]
At the end of the day, Hans wasn't your true love. And I am. You don't ever have to be afraid of losing me.
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Her eyes look away from the feed as she thinks about what he's saying and she gives a little nod.
But she does look up when he mentions that he knew she was the one because he wanted to explore it with her. It's not like she thinks Kristoff is immune to the way women look or the desire for them, but she knows how dedicated he is to his work and how much energy he puts into it. She crashed into his small world and he had wanted her to stay and that meant something. And Hans wasn't her true love and she'd already started figuring that out even before he'd betrayed her.
She doesn't flinch at any of his words, or insert her own ideas, so she was improving. ]
I trust you. You know I trust you. Or if you think I don't, then we need to be having another conversation. [ Her tone hints at the playfulness that suggests she's coming around. ]
I am still afraid of losing you. [ And look some honesty. ] But, I'm not afraid that you'll leave me at the alter or back out. And I know you are strong enough to face whatever being married to me entails, so I know it's all just my own anxieties plaguing me.
Thank you Kristoff, I want you know that I appreciate your devotion. I don't think anyone has ever been devoted to me the way you are, and I'll work on my nerves.
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I love you, Anna. Whatever you go through, we'll go through together. Even if I have to reassure you every step of the way.
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I remember that too.
[ But now she's nearly jumping in her seat and it feels like the kind of conversation that needs a hug and a kiss to finalize it. ]
Hey Kristoff, how about we meet up for dinner? I think we've said what we can and I'd like to spend some time with you in person.
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[ He gives her his own smile before he goes to shut off his feed so he can come grab her. ]