**Chapter 4: Recovery**

The palace staff moved quickly to provide Iduna with food, water, and medical attention. Iduna was grateful for their kindness, and she began to feel a sense of hope that she had not felt in hours. As she lay back on her bed, Iduna closed her eyes, feeling a sense of exhaustion wash over her. She knew that she had a long road to recovery ahead of her, but she was determined to survive, and to find a way back to her daughters. The warm glow of the candles and the soft murmur of the palace staff created a soothing atmosphere, and Iduna felt her eyelids growing heavy. She was vaguely aware of the staff tending to her wounds, cleaning and dressing them with a gentle touch. The antiseptic smell of the medical supplies and the feel of the cool cloth on her skin were a welcome respite from the discomfort and pain. As she drifted off to sleep, Iduna's thoughts turned to Elsa and Anna. She hoped they were safe, and that they would be reunited soon. She remembered the storm, and how Agnarr had been swept overboard. A sob caught in her throat, but she was too exhausted to cry. When Iduna woke up, she felt a little stronger. She was lying in a beautiful bedroom, with a large window that let in plenty of natural light. The room was decorated with intricate carvings and colorful tapestries, and Iduna could hear the sound of birds singing outside. A gentle voice spoke to her, and Iduna turned to see Queen Alice standing beside her bed. "How are you feeling today, Your Majesty?" Queen Alice asked. Iduna tried to speak, but her voice was still hoarse. She cleared her throat and tried again. "I'm...I'm feeling a little better, thank you," she said. Queen Alice smiled. "I'm glad to hear that. We've been taking good care of you, I think. Our staff is excellent, and they've been working hard to help you recover." Iduna nodded, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Queen Alice and her staff. "Thank you," she said. "I'm grateful for your kindness." As Queen Alice talked to her, Iduna learned more about the southern isles and their customs. She was fascinated by the stories and the people, and she began to feel a sense of wonder and curiosity. But despite her growing interest in her new surroundings, Iduna's thoughts kept turning to Elsa and Anna. She missed them dearly, and she longed to be reunited with them. Queen Alice seemed to sense Iduna's sadness, and she put a gentle hand on her shoulder. "Don't worry, Your Majesty," she said. "We'll do everything we can to help you get back to your daughters. But for now, you need to focus on your recovery. You're not well enough to travel yet." Iduna nodded, feeling a sense of resignation. She knew that Queen Alice was right, but it was hard to wait. As the days passed, Iduna grew stronger and more confident. She began to explore the palace and its surroundings, and she met more of the people who lived in the southern isles. She was kind and gentle, and she quickly won over the hearts of everyone she met. But despite her growing happiness, Iduna's thoughts never strayed far from Elsa and Anna. She longed to be reunited with them, and she knew that she would do everything in her power to make that happen. The palace staff continued to care for Iduna, and she began to feel like a part of the family. She knew that she still had a long way to go, but she was grateful for the kindness and compassion of the people around her. As she lay in bed, Iduna felt a sense of peace wash over her. She knew that she would get through this, and that she would find a way back to her daughters. And with that thought, she drifted off to sleep, feeling a sense of hope and determination that she had not felt in hours.