A/N: Well, hello, guys, what's up? Here's the first chapter of the sequel to 'Light in the Dark', as I had promised you. I really hope you will like it as you liked 'Light in the Dark' and I want to thank you for your support while I was writing it. So, in this story, Sunglee and Legolas are married and live in Mirkwood. Their daughter Falathiel, whom I mentioned in the last chapter of 'Light in the Dark', is here 15-16 years old in human years. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: I don't own 'Lord of the Rings', only the characters I create.

The bright sun was shining over Northern Mirkwood. The nature was prospering and the feeling of perfection was everywhere. In the gardens of the castle, young Elves were taking lessons in archery and sword fighting and their tutors were advising and encouraging them.

In a corridor of the castle, an Elf was walking. Although he was still young, his expression was already reflecting wisdom. Everybody was saying that this was because of everything he had lived, for he had fought in the War of the Rings and was member of the legendary Fellowship of the Ring, the purpose of which was the destruction of the One Ring, the Ring of Power, and of Sauron, the evil tyrant. Some others were saying that he owed his maturity and his wisdom to his wife, whom he loved since he was a child and never stopped loving her.

Whoever was meeting him in the corridor, was bowing towards him, not because he had to, but because he wanted to. Because Legolas, the only son of King Thranduil and the best archer of Middle Earth, had won the respect of every creature in Middle Earth thanks to his kindness, his modesty and his loyalty to his loved ones. When a friend was in danger, he was doing anything he could to save him, even if this would mean his own sacrifice.

He entered the throne hall and bowed to his father. King Thranduil was an elder version of his son, although he was more rational and not so restless and adventurous as Legolas. He now smiled at the younger Elf, who sat next to him.

'Do you have a pleasant morning, Legolas?' he asked.

'Yes, ada, thank you for asking. I was watching some Elves during their archery training. Some of them are very good and I daresay they will be valuable for our army' Legolas answered, smiling.

'This is very positive to hear' his father commented before changing the subject. 'Tell me, where is Sunglee?'

Legolas's smile grew wider, like always when he was thinking of his wife. Despite the many years that had passed, his love for her was as strong as it was since the very first day, when they were elflings. They had been through many hardships during the War of the Rings, but they were always next to each other and they were considered blessed by the Valar. Sunglee's determination to fight for her homeland and her family, her sweetness when she was with those she loved, the way she always knew how he was feeling before he could even tell her, all this were expressing such a purity that he was feeling very lucky to have her.

'Sunglee went out for a ride with Altair' he informed his father, who frowned at this statement.

'Did anyone escort her? You know very well that the forest is not safe. Eresglor told me he discovered traces of spiders again'

'I wanted to go with her, but she told me she would be alright and you know her stubbornness' Legolas replied with a small smile, trying to reassure the both of them, for he was worried as well. 'Besides, I am sure she will be back very soon, it has been two hours already since she left'

Thranduil was not convinced by his son's words, on the contrary, his worry increased. He was not underestimating Sunglee's skill in archery, but sometimes she was showing the innocence of a child in issues of safety.

At that moment, the doors swung open and a young she-elf ran into the room. It was Falathiel, princess of Mirkwood and Legolas's and Sunglee's only child. Legolas smiled at the sight of his daughter. Falathiel not only was the beauty in person, but her appearance was the perfect combination of her parents' ones, the perfect result, according to the prince, of the love he and Sunglee were sharing. Falathiel's hair had inherited Legolas's blond color, only a shade darker, and the gentle waves of her mother, while her eyes were grey-blue. Everybody in their realm was praising her, both for her beauty and for her character, for she was just like her parents.

But the two men realized at once that something was happening. Falathiel had lost her permanent smile, she was breathing heavily and she was one step before crying. Legolas jumped on his feet immediately and approached her.

'What is wrong, my daughter? What happened?'

'It is nanneth' Falathiel whispered and a few tears escaped from her eyes. 'She disappeared'

Both Thranduil and Legolas gasped at the last word, although they tried to keep their temper.

'Disappeared?' Thranduil repeated. 'What do you mean with that? Calm down, Falathiel, and explain to us what happened, so that we can help'

'Mother would go for a ride with Altair' said Falathiel after taking some deep breaths. 'She told me she would come back soon and then she would watch me train archery. But Altair has just returned without her and he is very upset. The guards can not calm him! Please, please, do something, I am afraid she is hurt!'

Legolas had to try very hard to not show the battle that was taking place inside him. The worry he was feeling had come true. Sunglee, his beloved wife, was in danger. He did not say anything, though, to not upset his daughter even more.

'Legolas, summon our men!' his father ordered him. 'We will be divided into groups and we will scan the forest to search for her! Hurry!'

'I want to come with you!' Falathiel declared herself willing. 'I want to help my mother and I can protect myself!'

'No!' Thranduil disagreed. 'This time you will stay here, in safety'

'Ada?' the princess turned to Legolas, but he shook his head sadly.

'I am sorry, Falathiel. I know how good you are in fighting, but I do not want to put yourself in danger as well. And I need you here, to call for us in case your mother comes back'

Although Falathiel was not very satisfied, she was forced to agree and hugged her father tightly.

'Be careful' she begged him. 'And bring her back'

When Legolas rushed into the stables and saddled Arod, his horse, the other Elves were already in the courtyard. He looked at Altair. The white horse was still very upset and was trying to get out of his box. Legolas caressed him carefully.

'Do not worry, my boy, we will save her'

Soon afterwards, they were galloping into the forest and Legolas prayed, with all his heart, that Sunglee would be alright.

Elvish words/phrases used:

Ada- Father

Nanneth- Mother

A/N: Alright, everyone, here's the first chapter, hope you liked it :) Can't wait for your reviews and, as always, if you have any advice to give, feel free. Next chapter will be up tomorrow.