**A Fresh Start**

Lars stood in the quiet town square, his eyes fixed on the small, auburn-haired boy who was now standing beside him. Hans, the infamous Prince Hans, was now a five-year-old child, full of energy and curiosity. Lars had made the difficult decision to send Hans to Arendelle, hoping that a change of environment would help him start anew. As they made their way through the winding streets, Hans marveled at the sights and sounds of the bustling town. The smell of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, enticing Hans' senses and making his stomach growl with hunger. Lars chuckled and handed him a small pastry, which Hans devoured in two bites. Their journey eventually led them to the palace, where Queen Iduna ruled with kindness and wisdom. Lars had informed Iduna of their arrival, and she had graciously offered to take Hans in. As they entered the palace, Hans' eyes widened in awe. He had never seen such grandeur before, and he felt a little overwhelmed. Iduna, with her brown hair styled in a coronet braid, greeted them warmly and welcomed Hans to the palace. "I'm so glad you're here, Hans," Iduna said, her voice gentle and soothing. "I think we can help you settle in quite nicely." Hans looked up at Lars, who nodded encouragingly. "I'll be staying for a little while, Hans," Lars said. "But then I'll be leaving, and you'll be in good hands with Queen Iduna and her family." Iduna smiled and took Hans' hand, leading him to a cozy room with a large bed and a window that looked out onto the palace gardens. "This will be your room, Hans," she said. "You'll have plenty of space to play and learn." As Iduna showed Hans around the palace, he met Elsa and Anna, Iduna's daughters. They were both curious and friendly, and Hans quickly felt at ease in their presence. Elsa, with her icy powers, was a little more reserved, but Anna's warm smile and infectious laughter quickly put Hans at ease. The three of them played together, chasing each other around the palace and laughing. Iduna watched with a warm smile, happy to see Hans fitting in so quickly. She had a feeling that this little boy was going to bring a lot of joy into their lives. As the day drew to a close, Iduna sat down with Hans and began to read him a story. Hans snuggled up close, feeling a sense of comfort and security that he had never known before. "I'm glad I'm here," Hans said, his voice barely above a whisper. Iduna smiled and hugged him tightly. "I'm glad you're here too, Hans. You're going to be a part of our family now." As Hans drifted off to sleep, Iduna couldn't help but feel a sense of hope. Maybe, just maybe, this little boy was the key to redemption, not just for himself, but for their entire kingdom. The next few days passed quickly, with Hans settling into his new life at the palace. He learned about the royal family's traditions and customs, and he quickly became a part of their daily routine. Iduna, Elsa, and Anna all took turns spending time with Hans, teaching him and guiding him as he navigated his new surroundings. And as they did, they began to see a different side of Hans, one that was full of hope and promise. Hans, for his part, was grateful for the love and support of his new family. He knew that he had made mistakes in the past, but he was determined to make the most of this second chance. As he lay in bed at night, Hans would think about his past and the mistakes he had made. But he would also think about the future, and the possibilities that lay ahead. He knew that he had a long way to go, but with Iduna, Elsa, and Anna by his side, he felt like he could face anything. And as Iduna looked at Hans, she knew that she had found a new purpose in life, to help this young boy grow and thrive, and to guide him on his journey towards redemption.