The Court of Clans went silent.

"Queen Leah." King Triton demanded. He often stepped into "father figure" after Elsa's own parents had tragically died at sea when Elsa was 14. The elderly king felt semi responsible for the storm that killed the former King and Queen. "How do you expect Queen Elsa to run a kingdom whilst caring for two children?"

Leah shrugged. "She can figure it out, or leave the children on the Isle."

Ariel looked at Elsa as her father and Queen Leah squabbled. The blue eyed Norwegian queen simply looked at the folder in front of her blankly. Ariel felt a twinge of sympathy for the younger monarch. There was no doubt that the sorceress was in fact, a good, strong ruler. However, she was under heavy scrutiny from many of the other monarchs, for a number of reasons, especially her powers. Having the power to manipulate snow and ice was apparently such a cause for concern that Auroria had once suggested that Arendelle merge with their kingdom, basically suggesting that Arendelle eradicate their monarchy and become property of the other kingdom. The citizens of course rebelled, and Elsa declined. That was when Leah became more hostile and open about her doubts of Elsa's claim to the throne. At one point, the old queen had demanded proof of the legitimacy of Arendelle's royal bloodline. It lead to the Snow Queen having a full blown blood test in the middle of the Court. Her age was another thing that Queen Leah absolutely loved to pick on. Leah, being one of the oldest monarchs at the age of 75, believed that her views were the only correct, valid ones, and tried to shut down many of the younger generation's suggestions, most of the time, Elsa's, Ariel's, Eric's, Rapunzel's and Eugene's. Rising voices and tensions made the red haired queen look back towards the argument happening from opposite ends of the room.

"There is no possible way a twenty year old can effectively run a kingdom while being forced to become a mother!" Triton said angrily, banging his trident against the floor. "This is ridiculous, even for you, Leah!"

Elsa looked up at the sharp crack of wood. "Queen Leah is correct."

The room went silent again. Queen Athena, who was seated next to the young monarch, gently placed a hand on Elsa's.

"I do need to show responsibility. I do need to prove how capable I am as a leader." The young queen continued. "I will agree to Queen Leah's demands."

"Take my children." Maleficent laughed. "You've taken my freedom, livelihood, possessions and rights. And now. You want to take my own flesh and blood."

The guards shifted uncomfortably.

"It is the King's decree." The captain said firmly. Maleficent glanced uninterestedly at the man who spoke. As her piercing gaze turned on him, Captain Gyra lost every ounce of courage he had.

"I see." Maleficent chuckled. "Well. Tell the king to take good care of my twins, would you?"

A new guard frowned. "Oh, the king won't be looking after your children. Queen Elsa will."

The captain slapped the man's chest with a stern glare.

Maleficent's smirk grew. "Well well. Tell Ms. Trygstad then…"