**Chapter 4: The Southern Isles**

As Iduna continued to recover, she began to take an interest in her surroundings. King Westergaard, noticing her curiosity, offered to show her around the castle and the southern isles. Iduna accepted, and soon found herself exploring the beautiful landscapes and meeting the people who lived there. The southern isles were a far cry from the frozen fjords of Arendelle. The air was warm and fragrant, filled with the scent of blooming flowers and the sound of birdsong. Iduna marveled at the lush greenery and the vibrant colors of the local flora. She felt a sense of wonder and awe as she walked through the gardens, taking in the sights and sounds of this new and unfamiliar world. As they strolled, King Westergaard told Iduna about the history and culture of the southern isles. He spoke of the ancient traditions and the struggles of his people. Iduna listened intently, fascinated by the stories and the resilience of the people. One day, while walking in the gardens, Iduna saw a group of children playing together. Among them were two young girls, Elsa and Anna, who looked eerily familiar. Iduna's heart skipped a beat as she realized that they might be her daughters. She felt a surge of hope and longing, and she quickened her pace, eager to meet the girls and learn more about them. King Westergaard, noticing Iduna's interest in the children, approached her. "Those are indeed your daughters, Your Majesty," he said, his eyes warm with kindness. "They were brought here by Lars, one of the princes from the southern isles. He told us that they were traveling to Ahtohallan to find you, but they were separated from their group and ended up here." Iduna's face lit up with joy, and she felt a sense of wonder. She had so many questions about her daughters and how they had ended up here. As she watched Elsa and Anna play, she felt a sense of gratitude towards King Westergaard and the people of the southern isles. They had taken her in, cared for her, and now, they had brought her daughters to her. The revelation brought a sense of hope and renewal to Iduna. She knew that she still had a long way to go, but with her daughters by her side, she felt a sense of purpose and determination. She was ready to face the challenges ahead, to reclaim her throne, and to rebuild her life. King Westergaard smiled, observing Iduna's reunion with her daughters. "I'm glad we could bring them to you, Your Majesty," he said. "But I must warn you, there is much work to be done. The southern isles are not without their challenges, and there are those who would seek to use your situation to their advantage." Iduna nodded, her mind already racing with the implications. She knew that she had to be careful, to protect her daughters and her people. But with King Westergaard's support, she felt a sense of hope and determination. Together, they could face whatever challenges lay ahead. As Iduna approached her daughters, Elsa and Anna looked up, sensing her presence. Their eyes widened as they took in Iduna's appearance, and then, in an instant, they were running towards her, arms open wide. Iduna laughed, tears of joy streaming down her face, as she wrapped her arms around her daughters, holding them close. "I'm so glad you're here," Iduna whispered, her voice trembling with emotion. Elsa and Anna hugged her tightly, and Iduna felt a sense of completeness wash over her. She knew that she still had a long way to go, but with her daughters by her side, she was ready to face whatever lay ahead.