**A New Normal**

As the days passed, Iduna settled into her royal routine, her brown hair, done up in a coronet braid, becoming a familiar sight in the palace halls once again. She resumed her duties, attending meetings with the council, and meeting with foreign dignitaries, her warm smile and kind demeanor putting even the most nervous of visitors at ease. Elsa and Anna, sensing their mother's return to normalcy, began to relax and enjoy her company, and the palace began to feel like home once more. Iduna's days were filled with the familiar rhythms of palace life, from the early morning meetings with her advisors to the formal dinners and balls that were a staple of royal life. She moved with a quiet confidence, her movements economical and precise, as she navigated the intricate web of court politics and diplomacy. Despite the demands of her position, Iduna made time for her daughters, listening to their stories, and sharing her own. She spent hours with Elsa, helping her to control her powers, and with Anna, encouraging her to explore her passions. The palace staff, sensing Iduna's renewed energy, began to relax and enjoy her company as well, and the atmosphere in the palace began to shift. As Iduna navigated the complexities of royal life, she couldn't help but think of Agnarr, and the pain of his loss still lingered. She missed him dearly, and often found herself wondering what he would say or do in certain situations. But she knew that she had to be strong for Elsa and Anna's sake, and she was determined to give them the best life possible. The palace, once a symbol of grandeur and power, had become a sanctuary for Iduna and her daughters. It was a place of warmth, love, and comfort, where they could heal and grow together. Iduna knew that she would always cherish this moment, this feeling of being home and being at peace. As she sat in her chambers, surrounded by papers and documents, Iduna felt a sense of hope and resilience. She knew that she would always carry the scars of her ordeal with her, but she also knew that she would emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient, armed with the love and support of her family. The door to her chambers opened, and Elsa and Anna entered, their faces alight with excitement. "Mother, we have a plan," Elsa said, her eyes sparkling. "We want to host a ball, to celebrate the return of spring, and the end of the eternal winter." Iduna smiled, her heart swelling with love and pride. "That sounds like a wonderful idea, my dear," she said. "Let's make it happen." As they began to discuss the details of the ball, Iduna felt a sense of joy and anticipation. She knew that it would be a wonderful opportunity for her daughters to shine, and for the kingdom to come together and celebrate. And as she looked at Elsa and Anna, she knew that she would do everything in her power to make it a night to remember. The sound of laughter and music filled the palace, and Iduna knew that they were on their way to healing and rebuilding their lives. She was proud of the strong, capable women her daughters were becoming, and she knew that she had played a big role in their growth. In the midst of the planning, Iduna couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude for the new normal that was emerging in their lives. It was a normal that was tinged with sadness, but also with hope and joy. She knew that she would always carry the memories of her journey with her, but she also knew that she was exactly where she was meant to be - surrounded by her daughters, and the people she loved. As the evening drew to a close, Iduna smiled, feeling a sense of contentment wash over her. She knew that she still had a long way to go, but for now, she was exactly where she was meant to be. She was home, surrounded by the people she loved, and she knew that she would always cherish this moment.