8AU from both universes. I don't own any of the characters (except my OC who will be appearing later), they belong to Disney.
The sun shone brightly down on the large mass of people crowded near a looming structure, known as Castle Beast, the home of the two figureheads of the newly formed United States of Auradon. Only recently, Belle Aguillon and her Beast, otherwise known as Prince, or rather, King Adam, were married, in front of 16, 000 people, no less. After their wedding, the couple decided that for their first decree, they would attempt to unify the nations. When King Adam and Queen Belle had first brought this up to the other nations in the National Court of Clans, a grand, towering structure smack in the middle of the Pacific Ocean where all the governing peoples would join once a month to discuss what was happening politically in their respective countries, it had been met with strong disapproval. In fact, every single nation, excluding the couple themselves, of the 13 nations gathered disagreed with the young couple's plans. The following month, the King and Queen of Auradon continued to attempt to get support from at least two other nations for their proposed plan to unite the nations. Eventually, the youngest member of the Court, shocked everyone. The fairly recently crowned Queen of Arendelle, Elsa Trygstad, voiced her and her nation's support, and subsequent second, for the older couple's motion. Instantly, the entire Court began to question the 20 year old monarch's judgement and ability to rule, bringing up the issue of her powers, again.
"The witch should not be alive, let alone ruling a very powerful and influential kingdom. And she's barely an adult! Barely out of childhood! She is not fit to rule." Queen Leah, the reigning queen of Auroria, said firmly. This caused murmurs to begin circulating around the large, grandiose room. King Adam rose to his feet, quite angered by one of the oldest royal figures in the room, and not only for the fact that the young woman supported his movement.
"Queen Leah, I doubt it is in your, or your country's best interests to be questioning the rule of one of the most, or quite possibly, the most powerful monarch in the world." He said as passively as he could manage. Leah snorted quietly.
"I am not a witch." Queen Elsa said simply. Her hand raised and a large, perfectly crafted snowflake appeared in her palm. "And I have not raised a hand against you or your kingdom. I suggest you keep your opinions about me and my powers to yourself. This is not the place to be expressing your views."
Aurora looked at her mother, quite concerned at how red the elder's face was turning as she sat down quickly. The princess was quite miffed by her mother's behaviour. Queen Elsa was 4 years younger than the princess herself, and yet was receiving a strange, slightly diplomatic tongue lashing worse than any she had received. Aurora glanced at Elsa. The young queen was somewhat of a mystery in the world. The kingdom was quiet, peaceful and was almost unnoticed until Elsa's powers were revealed on her fifth birthday. After the initial shock, the world generally accepted her powers, as magic was still somewhat of a normality then, but the kingdom quickly became incredibly wealthy, as trade agreements and peace treaties began to flood the desks of Elsa's now deceased parents, King Agnarr and Queen Iduna. The small kingdom prospered and now, was one of the highest ranking seats in the Court.
"I must say, I partially agree with Queen Leah's statement," King Florian of Appland, said, standing, "Queen Elsa is, correct me, Your Majesty if I am mistaken, but 20 years of age. Is a ruler of a mere two years fit to make such a decision?"
Elsa rose, turning slightly towards the King. "You are not mistaken, Your Highness. My 20th birthday was two weeks ago. It is correct that I have been only ruling officially for two years, however, I have been trained and taught to assume this position since I was the age of three. I mean no offence, but if I am not mistaken, your wife has only been married to you six years, with no prior knowledge of how the political system operated? That would give me 11 years of experience on top of a more respected Queen."
Florian nodded in acknowledgment. "I apologize, Queen Elsa, for my unheeded doubt. Appland supports Arendelle fully in their venture to support Auradon in uniting the nations of Auroria, Agrabah, Appland, Corona, Auradon, Glasgow, Abalonia and Maldonia."
"Thank you, King Florian." Elsa said, breathing a small, internal sigh of relief.
"This is absolutely preposterous!" Leah spat. "How dare you, Florian!"
Most of the royals in the room, including her husband, King Stefan, were growing quite tired of Leah's outbursts. King Triton suddenly rose. He and his wife, Queen Athena had been quietly listening to the conversation and had finally come to a decision, however risky it may be.
"Atlantica fully stands behind Auradon and alongside Arendelle in it's quest to unite these kingdoms…"
Adam squeezed Belle's hand under the oak table, sharing a small smile. Belle squeezed back and looked with joyful eyes at the chilly cerulean eyes of the youngest monarch and the sea blue of the oldest monarch in the room. It was now a moving motion.
