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Na na na heia na
Na hi ja na
Na heia heia na
Ja no a Na ha
Ha na hei o Ja na
No a na ha ha ja Ha ha ja
No a no Na ja
No a heia no Na va ja
No a no Na ja va na
No a heia no
No a no Na va ja
No a no Na va
Na na na heia na
Na hi ja na
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This was a tale of two brothers, each unique in their way. The eldest, Malleus, exuded a calm and revered aura, while the youngest, Silver, was gentle and caring, especially towards the animal friends he had made. Yet, amidst these differences, their love for each other and the affection their father bestowed upon them remained unwavering.
But there is also one more difference that the brothers had.
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Do you want to build a snowman?
C'mon let's go and play
I could cover this whole place in snow
I'm not supposed to though
Yeah, just do it anyway
Do it for your brother
Malleus, please, oh please
I can't do the things you do
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Malleus was born with the extraordinary power to create snow and ice, a gift that set him apart from others. However, with his brother's unwavering support and the joy he brought to Silver with their shared snowman creations, Malleus learned to embrace his magic. This acceptance and the bond with his brother filled him with pride and empowerment.
"That's what I'm talking about!" Cheered Silver as he felt the magic around them.
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You really want to build a snowman? ("You know I do!")
We'll stay up late and build that snowman! ("Yes!")
Me and you
Na na hi ja na
Na na hi ja na
Once there was a family beloved by all
A king, and two princes
And the story starts when they were small
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"Boys, what have you been up to?"King Lilia laughed.
"Nothing!" The brothers called out mischievously as they watched the nanny waddle with her frozen butt, a sight that never failed to make them burst into laughter.
"I wish I had your powers," Pouted Silver.
"Me too."
King Lilia was the boy's adoptive father, both under odd circumstances. Malleus's mother was unfortunately poisoned when Malleus was barely a year old, and Lilia was her proudest knight, especially her general. But on her deathbed, she made Lilia King of her kingdom and the father of her young son, Malleus.
He found Silver a few years later when Malleus was only 103. He was a young baby stuck in an unfortunate snowstorm, and his hair was as white as the snow around him. Lilia took him under his wing, and he took him in as his own for Malleus' amusement.
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Malleus was a special child
From his first frozen tear
His magic filled his parents' hearts
With so much love and fear
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"Malleus, no!" Lilia gasped. "What did we say?"
"Magic must stay a secret," Malleus sighed, "I'm sorry, Father."
"And there's just some things we can't do in public," Lilia added, sighing.
"Like run naked in the breeze!" Silver joked.
"Silver..."
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Let the sun shine on
Let our hearts be light
Like this perfect, happy, shiny, summer day
Let the sun shine on
'Cause it's all alright
Together we can keep the storm at bay
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King Lilia couldn't help but worry about Malleus's magic later in life, especially since he seemed to manage it quite well. However, the future can be very uncertain, and he hopes that one day, he can learn why Malleus was born with such an incredibly magical and potentially dangerous gift. He did promise Malleus's late mother that he would before her passing.
"Handshake time!" Silver announced, grabbing Malleus's arm.
"Okay, ready?"
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One, two, three together
Clap together, snap together
You and me together
Knees together, freeze together
Up or down together
Princess crown together
Always be together
You and me!
Once there was a family
With secrets to keep
As rulers in a land
Where respect for the crown runs deep
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"Freeze my butt!" Silver suggested, laughing.
"No way!" Malleus gagged.
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And so the royal family is ever on display (Na na hi ja na)
And people loved the princes (Na na hi ja)
And watch them as they play
Let the sun shine on
Let our lives be free
Let the promise of our land be sure and strong
Let our hearts be warmed by this melody
All of winter long
No a no Na ja
No a heia no Na va ja
No a no Na ja va na
No a heia no
Na va ja na va
Let the sun shine on
Over Arendelle
Let the crown be strong
And let your love be true
Bless our children fair
Who we love so well
We will look to you
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Stars appeared as Malleus and Silver played on the floor; underneath them were full of snow and ice figurines that Silver had made to create a small castle.
"And do you think we should have a royal stable?" Malleus pondered as he started to create some horses.
"Oh, most definitely." Silver nodded. "A prince always should have a horse; I heard it's supposed to be very princely."
Malleus laughed as Silver directed him to create the stables and the horses, but he couldn't complain. He loved his spunky younger brother and his crazy ideas; they gave him some reason to practice his magic and learn what he could do.
It always made him feel happy.
But that fun was shortened as Lilia walked in and couldn't help but laugh at the two on the floor.
"Oh my," Lilia giggled. "I can see why Silver loves horses so dearly. And always wants Malleus to make ice horses," he cleared his throat. "Alright, boys. It's time for bed. You know we have to meet up with the Kingscholars tomorrow morning."
"Ugh, not them again." Malleus groaned. "Leona's always so mean to me."
"Yes, but in order to be in peace, we have to get along," Lilia smiled and helped the boys onto their beds. "I can promise you that tomorrow will be much more fun than last time. But we need our boys nice and well rested."
Silver huffed. "Yeah, you can not get me to sleep."
"I can't?" Lilia challenged.
"Never!"
Lilia giggles as he takes Epel in his arms and starts to sing.
❤️🔥
Where the North wind meets the sea
There's a river full of memory
Sleep, my darling, safe and sound
For in this river, all is found
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Lilia smiles as she hears Silver's tiny snores. He kisses his forehead before tucking him into the bed, then turns over to Mallues, carefully holding him in her arms, and sings more.
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In her waters, deep and true
Lie the answers and a path for you
Dive down deep into her sound
But not too far, or you'll be drowned
Yes, she will sing to those who'll hear
And in her song, all magic flows
But can you brave what you most fear?
Can you face what the river knows?
❤️🔥
Malleus always loves his mother's old lullaby. He doesn't know why, but he always gets good dreams whenever he listens to them before bed. His mother always ensures he's tucked in, which makes him feel even better. He stared at Lilia before he slowly drifted into sleep.
❤️🔥
Where the North wind meets the sea
There's a mother full of memory
Come, my darling, homeward-bound
When all is lost, then all is found
❤️🔥
Lilia smiled as they watched his sons fall asleep deep into the night.
Or so they thought.
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Silver couldn't help but wake up. But he noticed the sun's peak through the dark sky, still yet to rise. And as his father's says, as soon as the sun's awake, so does Epel.
So, it wasn't a surprise that Silver decided to bother Malleus at the peak of dawn. It was always hard to wake up his older brother, but he knew that jumping onto him worked, as he noticed Malleus's eyebrows furrowed in annoyance, creaking one eye open.
"Silver," he yawned. "Go to bed. You know that today's important.."
"I know, but the sun's awake, so I'm awake! I need to play somethinhg!"
Malleus pouted as he pushed Silver off the bed. "Go play by yourself then. I need my sleep."
Silver, now on the floor, pouted. But his eyes brightened with an idea that Malleus could not refuse.
So he climbed back onto Malleus's bed, using his hands to force Malleus's eyes open.
"Do you wanna build a snowman?"
Malleus looked at Silver with a sly grin. Even if he wanted to say no, Vil couldn't pass up an opportunity like that. So, much to Silver's excitement, he got up and quickly and quietly went into the throne room, only the lights from the windows illuminating it.
"Come on!" Silver urged. "Do the magic!"
Malleus giggled and swirled his hands together, creating a snowball floating midair.
"Ready?"
"Yes!"
Malleus releases the snowball into the air, and with a burst, snow begins to fall. Silver jumped up and down, cheering excitedly.
"How about this?"
The floor becomes ice with a stomp on the ground, and they can skate on it. Malleus watched as Silver began to slide away, making him giggle, but that was only the beginning of the night.
"You know," Malleus hummed, "there’s a recipe to making a proper snowman."
"Really?"
"Uh-huh!"
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A little bit of you, a little bit of me
A part that loves to dream
A part that swings from a tree
A little like me, a little like you
A part that’s nice
A part that’s naughty too
A loyal friend who is there no matter what
A big round belly
And a big bouncy butt!
He’ll love warm hugs and the bright sunlight
And he’ll really love the summer
But he’ll melt!
Yeah, You’re right
Oh! So we’ll build him back together
Yes, together, that’s the key
‘Cause he’s a little bit of you and me
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"Okay, time for bed." Malleus laughed as he started to walk towards the door.
"What? No!" Silver gasped and went in front of Malleus, blocking him. "Time for more magic, please, and thank you!"
"Silver, you know I’m not supposed even to be doing this!" Malleus reminded. "And mother and father will-"
"But your magic is the most beautiful, wonderful, perfectful thing in the whole wide world!" Silver complimented, his eyes looking amazed.
"Do you really think so?" Mallues pondered, feeling honored.
"Yes! So do it, please, before I burst from inside to outside!" Silver cheered and jumped.
"Okay, okay, don’t burst!"
Against his better judgment, Malleus created more snow, recreating mountains of it for sledding.
"Whoa!"
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A little bit of you, a little bit of me
You do the magic, and I get to see
A little bit of fun
A little bit of fun in the middle of the night
A little bit of magic and it all takes flight
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Malleus continued with Silver's urging. He couldn't help it, as it may be the last time before hiding his powers forever if his parents ever so desired, and it's nice to have fun with his younger brother.
Silver started to jump onto the mountains of snow, with Malleus creating more for Silver to jump on.
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La la la lala lalala la la
This is so amazing! More, more, more!
A little bit of you!
Magic! Magic! Do it, Malleus, do it more!
A little bit of me
Me me me me me me me
Little bit of you, little bit of me!
Yippee!
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Malleus laughed, but due to his excitement, he slipped down on the ice as Epel jumped again. Malleus, panicking, tried to create a new one, but with a slip of his fingertips, a sliver of ice magic zoomed toward Silver, striking him in the forehead. Luckily for Malleus, Silver landed on a new smaller amount of snow but was unresponsive.
"Silver!" Malleus cried out, rushing towards his unconscious brother. "Mama! Papa!"
He began to hold Silver close, the ground frozen as the snow crumbled around him. He watched as Silver's silver hair streak became a pale blue.
"It's ok, Silver, I got you," Malleus whispered, holding his brother close.
The doors slammed open as Lilia emerged, rushing towards his sons.
"Malleus! What happened?" Lilia asked. "This has officially gotten out of hand."
"It was an accident," Malleus whimpered."I'm sorry, Malleus."
Lilia picked up Silver and gasped at the sensation of his skin. "He's ice cold. What should we do," Lilia paused. "I know where we need to go, but we need to rush!"
Grabbing Malleus and a nearby horse, they zoomed toward the forest and onto the rocky mountains. As they began to walk, leaving the horses, Malleus looked around and saw geysers spilling warm mist into the air.
"Where are we?" Malleus gulped.
"The home of the trolls," Lilia explained. "They can help Silver."
Malleus nodded as they walked through. He clutched onto his father, trying to control the ice that formed beneath him, but it was futile.
"Hello!" he heard his father say. "Please, you have to help my son!"
"Are you sure this is a good idea?" Malleus whispered.
The shuffle of rocks collided with each other as they quickly zoomed past the family before revealing themselves as trolls. Trolls are known for having magic that extends generations, and they often help the unfortunate, so it was a good idea to bring Silver to them.
"What is the problem?" Asked The Elder Troll.
"My son, he was accidentally stricken with ice magic," Lilia explained, bowing down for the troll to feel Silver.
The Elder Troll raised his hand over Silver, feeling his cold forehead.
"It's not too serious," he mumbled, "but you should be lucky it wasn't his heart. This can be fixed by magic."
With the waves of his hand, The Elder Troll created various memories of Silver and Malleus playing in the throne room full of snow, but with the wave of his hands, each memory was transformed into a snowy mountain with formal winter wear.
"I have to get rid of each memory of magic," the Elder Troll explained. But you shall not worry; though he may not remember the magic, I will remain the fun."
"But he won't remember that I have magic?" Malleus asked. "That's unfair."
"I know," Lilia sighed. "But it's for the best."
"Oh, dear Malleus," The Elder Troll spoke up, leading Malleus towards him. "You, like your mother, have extraordinary magic, but with magic like yours...it's a gift, but it's an unfornate curse."
The Elder Troll waved his hand to create a view of Malleus using his magic, creating a magical snowflake. However, once he mentioned the word 'cursed, ' it turned red, and black mist created different mobs surrounding them.
"With dangerous magic, it can cause trouble. And with people who do not understand it," The Elder Troll explained. "They will find any ways to destroy it."
Malleus watched as the mob surrounded him and went to attack him, which caused him to rush towards Lilia in fear, now crying.
"Please, do not scare my son," Lilia lectured. "This will be avoided. We will do whatever it will take for him to control his magic. Malleus, do you understand?"
"Of course I do!"
"Then we shall be careful. We have to limit your contact with some of our people. No one should know," Lilia explained. "You will practice controlling it until you are ready. Until then, we have to do what we must....which means you and Silver.."
"Have to be seperated?"
"Only for the time being, I'm sure." Lilia smiled. "It's only for his protection. And don't worry, there will be times that you two will be together."
"I worry it could be a lifetime," the Elder Troll spoke. "But I do trust your judgement, King Lilia. Please to see it that Malleus is in full control of his powers."
"I will."
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"Mm," Silver groaned, nuzzling into the blankets.
"He's awake," Lilia announced. "Good morning, sunshine."
"Good morning, Father," Silver yawned. "What happened last night?"
"Oh, you were playing with Malleus and you hit your head," Lilia laughed and kissed his forehead. "Now, rest up and the maids will bring you tea in a moment."
"Thank you," Silver yawned. "Where's Malleus?"
"Getting ready for the day," Lilia answered. "Now sleep my son."
Lilia smiled and exited the room. Sighing, he walks over to Malleus's room, who is sadly staring at his mirror.
"You know this isn't permanent," Lilia said. It's just until you can handle it. And I trust that you can, Malleus. Just hang in there."
"I will...I hope I can," gulped Malleus.
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A year has passed, and winter has arrived. Silver watched as the snow fell onto the ground excitedly. Silver rushed over to Malleus's room.
"It's snowing! Malleus!"
Silver grinned and knocked on the door.
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Do you want to build a snowman?
C'mon let's go and play
I never see you anymore
Come out the door
It's like you've gone away
We used to be best buddies
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Silver pouted, looking down underneath the door frame, trying to look for Malleus. But he couldn't find his older brother.
🌷
And now we're not
I wish you would tell me why
Do you want to build a snowman?
It doesn't have to be a snowman.
🌷
"Leave me alone, Silver."
Silver sighs and walks away, very upset.
"Okay, bye."
Malleus sighed. He was distraught that he made Silver cry, but it was for his protection. he didn't want to hurt Silver in the future, but he wouldn't if he practiced.
"I'm doing everything you said, Papa, and the gloves are helping!" Malleus grinned, happy.
"That's Good, but there will come a day when you have to stand before your people without them. You must be prepared for everything, Elsa. Now again," Lilia instructed.
"Conceal it, don't feel it," Malleus started.
"Don't let it show." Both finished.
Five years have passed since then; Silver, now only ten, rushed back towards Malleus's room, knocking on it again. He knows it's a loss, but he wants to try again. However, he was relieved that Malleus had started to hang out with Silver like he used to.
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Do you wanna build a snowman?
Or ride our bikes around the halls?
I think some company is overdue
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Malleus gasped as he saw Silver slumped onto the knight, pouting. He quickly rushed out to see Silver in the art gallery, jumping on the couches.
🌷
I've started talking to the pictures on the walls
Hang in there, Joan
It gets a little lonely
All these empty rooms
Just watching the hours tick by
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"And what are you doing?" Malleus hid a laugh. "You look ridiculous."
"Letting the clock tick," Silver sighed sadly. "Oh! Malleus!"
Silver gasped and hugged his brother.
"It's great to see you too," Malleus laughed. "I can't believe you would talk to paintings all day."
"You're not around," Silver pouted. "So you don't have a say of what I do during my past time."
"Reading a book is a better idea." Malleus chuckles. "I hope you know that."
"Oh hush."
Malleus laughed, but his smile turned into a frown as he felt the ice beneath him. But he managed to keep his composure.
"How about we go outside together? Like a picnic."
"Yes! I'll ask the chef to make more sandwiches for us!"
Malleus watched Silver leave the room. Malleus groaned, upset that ice was forming around him.
"It's getting stronger! I can't laugh, I can't cry, I can't dream, I can't live without it bursting out!" Malleus hissed to himself. "Ok, Malleus, you got this. It's for Silver, remember that. Conceal, don't feel. Conceal, don't feel. You got this, Malleus..you got this."
"I got it!" Silver came back from the basket. "And I got your favoirte drinks as well, as it's hot outside."
"Yet, you ask me to build a snowman?"
"You like that question," Silver teased.
"I do. I do a lot," Malleus admitted.
"And besides, it does make me feel a little better with Father gone and all."
"It's only a few weeks, Silver," Malleus smiles. "You know Father, a strong and capable man who could survive a little war. He always writes to us."
"I know," Silver sighs as they enter the gardens. "I just wish it was all three of us, like old times."
"I wish that too." Malleus sat down. "Now, how about you tell me about your day? Other than talking to paintings?"
As Malleus listened to Silver, he felt worried about his powers. He wasn't supposed to be out of his room to talk to Silver, but what's the problem with being with his younger brother, even just for a short while?
"I'm so sorry," Malleus thought. "It's my fault we can't hang out like this like we used to, but once I manage my powers, I will. I know I will, I just have to pratice. But I hope that one day I get to tell you that you being here really helps my powers at bay. I am so lucky to have a brother lke you."
"Malleus!" called out a maid. "What are you doing here?! You're supposed to be in your room studying!"
"But, ma'am, it's just a small picnic, really." Malleus gasped as the maid dragged him away.
"I know but I am sorry, Malleus, but your father instructed that you stay in your room until your father has returned!"
"But-," Silver protested.
"Ah, let's not argue, Silver," the maid said. "Lest you also want to stay in your room, too?"
Silver backed up and looked down. "No, ma'am."
"That's what I thought."
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Lilia came back only a few weeks later, but he was so severely injured that he was in a coma when he came back. When he woke up, he was happy to see his sons, both incredibly worried about him.
"My boys," he laughed. "I am so happy to see you again."
"I was so worried," Silver spoke, wiping his tears.
"So was I," Malleus added. "We thought you might've perished."
"Of course I wouldn't," Lilia laughed. I have two sons that I still want to see. But I do have some unfortunate news."
"How unfornate?"
"Well, my advisor advised me that once Malleus become King, I will retire and step down as King. But that's not for a while, hm?"
"But I'm not ready," Malleus gasped.
"That's why I need to train you more than ever, Malleus," he said. "But don't worry, I'm still here. And look at you, managing yourself while I was gone. I am so proud of you, Malleus and you made a great king."
"I promise that I will work on it."
But the news made Malleus nervous, to the point that his room was covered in ice and snow. As he promised, he practiced his coronation every day. He was so busy that it was futile when Silver tried to get his attention.
Time had passed, and now Malleus was of age and ready to take care of the kingdom. He was still nervous, but he needed to calm down. Maybe he should take a walk?
He jumped as he heard a knock. It was Silver again.
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Malleus?
Please, I know you're in there
I'm just wondering how you've been
Do you maybe want to take a walk
Or sit and talk or let me in?
Are you ready for tomorrow?
It's your big day. Is there anything I can do?
🌷
Malleus, against his better judgment, opened the door.
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Do you wanna build a snowman?
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Silver grinned and took Malleus's gloved hand. "How about a quick trip to the libary? Just the two of us?"
Malleus looked back at his room and nodded. "Perfectly fine with me."