**Chapter 5: Diplomatic Visit**

The days passed, and Iduna slowly began to find her footing again. The initial shock of Agnarr's loss still lingered, but with the help of her daughters and the people of Arendelle, she was starting to heal. As the queen, Iduna knew she had to put on a brave face and ensure the well-being of her daughters and the kingdom. It was with this in mind that Iduna decided to embark on a diplomatic visit to the Southern Isles, accompanied by Elsa and Anna. The visit was meant to strengthen ties between the kingdoms and foster a sense of unity. Hans, a member of the royal family of the Southern Isles, with his distinctive auburn hair, was to join them on the trip. As they prepared to leave, Iduna made sure that everything was in order. She wore her brown hair in a coronet braid, a familiar and comforting style that reminded her of Agnarr. Elsa and Anna were excited to travel, and Hans seemed eager to join them. The group set off early in the morning, their entourage of guards and advisors in tow. The journey was long, but Iduna was determined to make the most of it. She spent her time discussing politics and trade agreements with the Southern Isles' representatives, while Elsa and Anna explored the countryside. Hans, who had been quiet for most of the journey, suddenly spoke up as they approached the coast. "I'm glad to be traveling with you all," he said, his eyes fixed on Elsa and Anna. "It's been a while since I've seen my family." Iduna smiled, noticing the hint of sadness in his voice. "We're glad to have you with us, Hans," she said. "I'm sure your family will be happy to see you." As they disembarked and made their way to the meeting with King Westergaard, Iduna couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. There was something about Hans's demeanor that didn't quite add up. She pushed the thought aside, focusing on the task at hand. The meeting with King Westergaard was tense, but productive. Iduna and her daughters were greeted warmly, and the discussions about trade and diplomacy were fruitful. However, as the day drew to a close, Iduna began to feel a sense of unease. She couldn't shake off the feeling that something was off. As they prepared to leave, Iduna turned to Elsa and Anna. "Let's get some rest," she said. "We have a busy schedule tomorrow." Hans nodded, his eyes fixed on the ground. Iduna noticed that he seemed distant, but she attributed it to the long day. As they retired to their quarters, Iduna couldn't help but wonder what the next day would bring. Little did she know that their lives were about to take a dramatic turn, one that would change the course of their history forever.