## Chapter 4: A Desperate Cry for Help

The days passed, and Hans's condition continued to deteriorate. His paranoid delusions and hallucinations intensified, and he became increasingly agitated and violent. The guards who had been tasked with caring for him grew more and more concerned, knowing that they had to act quickly to prevent Hans from harming himself or others. It was then that Lars, Hans's brother, received a distressing report about Hans's condition. He was shocked and worried, knowing that Hans's behavior had taken a turn for the worse. Without hesitation, Lars decided to reach out to Anna, despite their strained relationship. Anna, still harboring resentment towards Hans for his betrayal, received Lars's plea for help with a mix of emotions. She knew that she couldn't turn her back on her sister's ex-fiancé, no matter how much she disliked him. After some contemplation, she agreed to take care of Hans, hoping that she could help him recover from his mental breakdown. Lars was relieved and grateful for Anna's decision. He knew that she was the only one who could help Hans, and he was willing to swallow his pride and ask for her assistance. He arranged for Anna to travel to the southern Isles, where Hans was being held, and provided her with all the necessary information and resources. As Anna prepared for her journey, she couldn't help but think about the past and her complicated feelings towards Hans. She remembered the pain and heartache he had caused her, and she wasn't sure if she was ready to face him again. But she knew that she had to try, for Hans's sake and for her own. Elsa, Queen of Arendelle, was aware of Anna's plans and wrote a letter to her, expressing concern and offering support. "Be careful, Anna," Elsa wrote. "The southern Isles can be a treacherous place, and Hans's condition is fragile. I know that you have a lot on your plate, but I'm here for you, and I'll do everything I can to help." Anna read Elsa's letter, feeling a surge of gratitude and appreciation for her sister's support. She knew that she couldn't do this alone and that she needed all the help she could get. With renewed determination, she set off for the southern Isles, ready to face Hans and help him recover from his mental breakdown. The journey was long and arduous, but Anna was determined to reach Hans and help him. She traveled through the night, her mind racing with thoughts of Hans and the past. She knew that she had a difficult road ahead of her, but she was ready to face it head-on. As she approached the southern Isles, Anna could feel the air grow thick with tension. The kingdom was a place of dark magic and troubled history, and she could sense the weight of it bearing down on her. She steeled herself, knowing that she had to be strong for Hans and for herself. The castle loomed before her, its walls towering and imposing. Anna took a deep breath, steeling herself for what lay ahead. She knew that she had a long and difficult road ahead of her, but she was ready to face it head-on. For Hans's sake, and for her own.