A Promising Journey:
Chapter 1- The Journey Begins
Hello all! I hope that you enjoy what I have of this story so far!! This will be a long story, I hope that you don't mind!_! I will try to update often! Write me with questions or comments @ pinkstarz84@yahoo.co.nz
Oh but do R&R too please! I would really appreciate it!~
Disclaimer: All places, persons and things (except for Sila, Eria, Luitha and Jithoniel) are property of the amazingly talented J.R.R. Tolkien.
A/N: In this whole chapter, they are all speaking in elvish...*^_^*
Sila looked out the window and sighed. It had been two weeks and Legolas still had not returned from hunting orcs on the edge of southern Mirkwood. "I am so terribly bored and these lessons aren't helping."
Sila absolutely dreaded her lessons. The only lessons that she liked were her magic and healing lessons. All these lessons out of the book she found totally pointless. Sila sighed again and closed her book. She leaned her head against the window and in a few minutes, she was fast asleep.
Sila was one of the many elven maidens of Mirkwood. But, she was different. She was one of the most skilled warriors in all of Mirkwood, not to mention very handy with a bow and arrow. However, just because she was a great warrior did not mean that her mouth did not often get her into trouble. Instead of one of the beautiful dresses that was customary of elven maidens, she wore grayish greenish pants, a green tunic that tied from behind, and tan boots that came to below her knees. On her back she carried her bow and arrow, along with a knife. She always kept her auburn hair tied back, so as not to get in her face when she was fighting. The only thing that distinguished from all the other elven warriors was the star clip and necklace that she wore. She hated to be sentimental, so she told everyone that the only reason she wore the clip was to keep extra hair out of her face. Truly she wore it as a remembrance of her father, who had given it to her before he left for the battle in which he was slain. Only Legolas, her mother, her sister and King Thranduil knew the truth. The necklace was a gift from Legolas, given to her when they made the promise. Ever since her father died, Sila had vowed to become a great elven warrior. Legolas had helped her to accomplish this goal, for he was also one of the greatest elven warriors in Mirkwood, not to mention the prince. Sila found stars to be very intriguing ever since she was born. She felt that stars held some sort of secret, maybe even the secret of her own destiny. Her mother was one of King Thranduils greatest advisors, that is how she came to know Legolas, ever since she was born. Their love for jokes, adventure and laughter made them the best of friends.
"Sila...Sila...SILA!"
Sila felt something push her shoulder.
"HUH...WHAT???" She was still half asleep.
"Don't tell me that you have already forgotten your best friend Legolas?"
Sila was awake now.
"Legolas!!!!!!!!!!!!" she immediately proceeded to jump up and give him a huge hug.
He laughed. "I see that you managed to fall asleep during your lessons again."
"You know that I dread these lessons! I find it totally pointless to read about all these various places in middle earth! I would rather go out and explore them myself!
"And I see that you have not lost sense of adventure in these past two weeks!"
"Of course not! Oh Legolas, these past few weeks have been so boring without you!!! It was no fun going around the forest of Mirkwood by myself!!! Can you imagine not having a partner in crime and adventure for two whole weeks?"
He laughed again, but this time nervously. "So what else is new?"
Sila was too busy to notice his nervous look so she continued, "Well my mum and sister tried to put me into one of the dresses again for a banquet! Luckily, I got away before they could catch me!"
"No one has ever been able to convince you to wear one of those!" Legolas smirked.
"And no one ever will!!!! Those things are dreadfully uncomfortable!"
"I wouldn't know."
Sila laughed. "Good thing, for you would look awfully funny in one!"
She started laughing harder just imagining Legolas in one. Legolas laughed once, and then looked away. This time, Sila noticed.
"Legolas? What is the matter? You look tired, you should probably rest."
"I wish I could, but I have to leave again, this time for probably longer."
"What?????????? Where to now?" Sila was getting angry, she had been cooped up in her house taking lessons for the past two weeks, and there was no way that that was going to continue.
"To Imladris."
"To Imladris!!!!" Sila's emerald eyes lit up. "I want to go too! Oh wow, Imladris, I hear that it is beautiful! And maybe I can-"
"It is not a happy mission," Legolas said sadly.
"I don't understand."
"I have to tell Lord Elrond about the escaping of Gollum."
Sila's eyes widened at the mention of that dreadful creature. "Well, it wasn't just your fault, we all thought that he was becoming tamer! If that is what your mission is, then I should be a part as well!" Sila stared at Legolas with a determined look on her face and smiled. "Please!"
Legolas looked at Sila and smiled. "Sure, if you can convince my father."
Sila jumped up and down and gave Legolas another hug. "Oh thank you thank you thank you!!!" She pushed Legolas out the door. "Now you go and rest, you are tired, I know it. I'll find you later and tell you what your father said!" And with that, she ran off, and before Legolas could even blink, she was out of sight. He laughed to himself.
"I sure am glad to have Sila as my best friend." He strode over to the nearest tree and without an effort, was nestled between its branches. "What a nice place for a nap, I have missed this forest terribly."
Meanwhile, Sila was racing towards the great hall of King Thranduil. She stopped when she saw her mother and the king in the front garden, talking. They were standing in front of the moonlight ball, and the fountain of old, and Sila's mother looked very concerned. Sila walked up to them with caution.
"Excuse my lord, and mum, but I have a question I would like to ask you."
King Thranduil looked up and smiled. "Sila! It seems like I haven't seen you in ages! I take it that you were very happy to see Legolas?"
"Incredibly my lord."
Sila's mother turned towards her. "Then you know that he is off to Imladris tomorrow? King Thranduil was just telling me the news."
Sila looked up at her mother. "Yes, I know, and actually, that is the very subject of my question."
"Oh?" King Thranduil fixed his gaze upon Sila.
"My lord, I was wondering if I could accompany him this time."
King Thranduil took a deep breath. "I don't see why not."
Sila's mom opened her mouth in protest, but quickly shut it, for she knew that the King was wise, and knew what he was doing.
"Then it is all right with you mum?" Sila's eyes were full of hope.
"Of course my darling." Eria forced a smile.
"My lord, I am honored." She bowed low and ran off to find Legolas.
Once Sila was out of sight, Eria turned towards King Thranduil. "I know that you are wise, but I am not sure if I am comfortable with Sila going on this journey."
"Eria, I assure, you she will be fine. She can take care of herself."
"I know my lord, but I fear that the journey will not end at Rivendell. I sense that there will be a longer journey that they will take part in, and it will be one of a high importance, much more than we think. These times are uncertain."
"You are wise, Eria, for this I can sense too, and that is exactly why I am sending Sila." King Thranduil placed a hand on Eria's shoulder. "She is gifted, and I know will be much needed."
"Yes, yes, I know." Eria sighed and stared out upon the forest. "But does she?"
Legolas woke slowly and stretched. He then proceeded to look at the sun. "Oh dear, almost meal time!" With that, he jumped out of the tree lightly and bounded towards the dining hall. As he entered the room, he was immediately greeted with many people. Amidst, the crowd, Legolas caught sight of Sila talking with her sister Luitha, and her husband, Jithoniel. He made his way towards her.
"Good evening lady Luitha, and sir Jithoniel." Legolas bowed politely to them.
"Good evening Prince Legolas."
"Yes, good evening Prince Legolas," Sila said in a mocking tone as she bowed low to the ground.
Legolas smiled. "So what did my father say?"
"I get to go!" Sila's large smile seemed to light up the room.
Luitha turned towards Legolas. "We have just heard the story for about the fiftieth time. I am so glad that she will be leaving tomorrow, I can finally get her off of my back!"
Sila laughed. "Can't you just feel the sisterly love?"
Legolas bowed again. "Well, I must be off to the head of the table to sit next to my father."
"Alright then, shall I come see you after dinner?" Sila inquired.
"I am afraid that I will be resting for I am still tired." Legolas replied. "But, I shall see you tomorrow at noon, for that is when we depart."
"Ok, get lots of rest, see you tomorrow!"
The next day Sila got up bright and early. She stretched and walked towards her window. As she gazed out onto the forest of Mirkwood she smiled. "You better take a good look at the forest Sila," she said to herself, "for you won't be seeing it for a while."
"Talking to yourself again?"
Sila whirled around and saw her sister Luitha standing in the doorway.
"Very funny Luitha! I am just taking one last look at Mirkwood." She sighed. "For I know that I shall miss it."
"Well, cheer up, for you are going to the beautiful Imladris, and I have come with a parting present!"
Sila's eyes widened and she jumped in front of her sister. "What is it, what is it?"
From behind her back, Luitha pulled out a long beautiful knife. Sila stared at it in awe. Luitha presented it to her and said, "I noticed that your old one had a notch in it, so I had Jithoniel craft this one. It is finely made, and one of a kind, I hope that you like it."
Sila was almost speechless. "Like it? I love it!! Thank you so much! You are the best sister anyone could ask for! Tell Jithoniel thank you for me!" With that, she threw her arms around her sister and gave her a big long hug.
"Well off with you now Sila, for you must be getting ready, there isn't much time before noon!"
Sila heeded her sister's words and ran to get ready.
At noon, Sila went to the King's Garden, for that is where she would depart from. In front of the fountain she found the King, her mother, and Legolas. Her horse Ely looked excited and all ready to go. Sila smiled at everyone then approached the King and her mother and bowed.
"I promise my lord, to bring you and all of the Great Wood honour on this journey."
King Thranduil smiled down at Sila. "I am sure you will Sila, I am sure you will."
Sila's mom looked at her. "I love you Sila, be careful and let the stars be your guide."
Sila hugged her mom. "I'll miss you mum! I'll be back before you know it!" With that, Sila turned away and with no effort at all, jumped lightly upon Ely.
Eria closed her eyes and whispered, "you will not be back soon my dear, and I fear that you may never come back at all." A single tear dropped from her eye, but was quickly wiped away.
Sila was talking to Legolas, so she did not hear Eria. "Hey Legolas, I challenge you to a race! Bet you that I win!" She smirked at Legolas.
He smiled back. "I accept the challenge! Prepare to be surprised for I will be so far ahead of you that I will look like only a speck on the horizon!"
Sila laughed. "We shall see Legolas, we shall see!" And with that, she leaned over and in Ely's ear whispered: noro lim, noro lim, Ely! Immediately, she was off in a gasp of wind. Legolas was close behind her.
King Thranduil and Eria watched their children depart. To Eria, this reminded her of the time she said her last goodbye to her beloved husband Caled. To the King, it reminded him of the time when his wife sought the Grey Havens long ago. This both brought them great sorrow. Masking his sadness, King Thranduil turned to Eria and smiled. Suddenly, a thought passed into his head.
"Eria, Legolas and Sila have a wonderful friendship, no?"
"Yes, my lord, a very wonderful and special friendship."
"Sometimes Eria," he paused "I think that it might become more."
Eria turned to the king and smiled, but shook her head. "No my lord, they will always remain friends, remember the promise that they made?"
~**Flashback- The Promise**~
Legolas ran quickly after Sila, but she was much too fast. He stopped and looked around. He was deep in the heart of Mirkwood. His keen ears heard a sob. He turned around and saw Sila crouched on the ground, her head buried in her arms, leaning against a tree. "Sila..." Legolas whispered as he walked towards her. She did not say anything. "Sila, it is I, Legolas..." He was sitting right next to her now.
Suddenly Sila threw her arms around Legolas and sobbed into his shoulder. "Forgive me Legolas..." Sila said.
"For what?"
"For running off in such a huff, not telling anyone where I was going...I must have my mum terribly worried. And she is already very upset." After saying that last sentence, Sila began to cry again.
"Why Legolas? How? How was my father slain? He was one of the best warriors in all of Mirkwood! Why was he the one killed? I don't understand, I don't understand!" Sila was crying uncontrollably now.
"Sila, your father was one of the greatest elves in all of Mirkwood. No doubt about it. He was very brave and died in great honour."
Sila wiped away her tears and sighed. "I don't care anymore, I just wish to have him back. I will train even harder now, and fulfill my goal to be one of the finest warriors of all of Mirkwood...for my father!"
Legolas looked at Sila. "And you have that star clip that he gave you."
"Oh yes! I almost forgot about the clip!" She pulled it out of a small pocket in her pants and it seemed to light up all of Mirkwood. Sila placed it in her hair. She felt more tears coming, and she tried to hold them back. However it was unsuccessful and they started to flow again.
Legolas gave her a hug and let her head rest upon his shoulder. "It will be alright Sila, I know how you feel. I felt the same way when my mother sought the Grey Havens long ago."
Sila looked up at him, her tears beginning to subside again. "That was one of the worst moments I can remember Legolas. Although, I know that we will see her again someday." Sila sighed.
Legolas stared at the ground.
"You know what Legolas? Seeing the look on my mother's face when she heard the news, it was equally as painful as hearing that my father was dead. She took it so well, I do not see how she kept herself together."
"Your mother is a very amazing and respectable lady."
"Yes she is. And how she kept her composure, I will never know. She loved my father dearly, and I know this is must be hurting her dreadfully."
"I remember the look on my fathers face when my mom went to the Grey Havens. That was the first time I had ever seen a tear in his eye. He loved my mother just as much as your mother loved your father."
"I will never fall in love." Sila said sternly.
Legolas surprisingly looked down at her. It was quite an obscure comment to make at the moment.
"It gets in the way Legolas, it makes things more painful. Just look at how much are parents were hurting. I don't know if I could take it again."
Legolas nodded in agreement.
"So we must make a promise, right here, right now, that we will never fall in love with anyone," Sila said.
Legolas smiled and opened his palm. Sila gasped. In his palm was a star on a thin chain. Both made of mithril.
"Is that for me?"
"Yes, I was going to give it to you for your birthday, but this would be something perfect to bind the promise with."
Sila took the necklace and gingerly put it on. "I will never take it off. If it is lost or broken, the promise will be broken."
"And of course that will never happen! It's mithril!" Legolas joked slightly.
Sila and Legolas both smiled at each other and started making their way back to the King's Garden.
~**End of The Promise**~
King Thranduil instantly remembered that dreadful day. "I just want them to be extremely happy." He sighed.
Eria turned to him and grinned. "I don't think that they can get any happier than they already are."
*^_^* Well, here is the first chapter! I hope that you enjoyed it! Please don't forget to e-mail me with feedback and questions if you want too! I would very much appreciate it!_! (And R&R!) I love to get e-mail!!! Tata, huggles and mwahs * pinkstarz *
Chapter 1- The Journey Begins
Hello all! I hope that you enjoy what I have of this story so far!! This will be a long story, I hope that you don't mind!_! I will try to update often! Write me with questions or comments @ pinkstarz84@yahoo.co.nz
Oh but do R&R too please! I would really appreciate it!~
Disclaimer: All places, persons and things (except for Sila, Eria, Luitha and Jithoniel) are property of the amazingly talented J.R.R. Tolkien.
A/N: In this whole chapter, they are all speaking in elvish...*^_^*
Sila looked out the window and sighed. It had been two weeks and Legolas still had not returned from hunting orcs on the edge of southern Mirkwood. "I am so terribly bored and these lessons aren't helping."
Sila absolutely dreaded her lessons. The only lessons that she liked were her magic and healing lessons. All these lessons out of the book she found totally pointless. Sila sighed again and closed her book. She leaned her head against the window and in a few minutes, she was fast asleep.
Sila was one of the many elven maidens of Mirkwood. But, she was different. She was one of the most skilled warriors in all of Mirkwood, not to mention very handy with a bow and arrow. However, just because she was a great warrior did not mean that her mouth did not often get her into trouble. Instead of one of the beautiful dresses that was customary of elven maidens, she wore grayish greenish pants, a green tunic that tied from behind, and tan boots that came to below her knees. On her back she carried her bow and arrow, along with a knife. She always kept her auburn hair tied back, so as not to get in her face when she was fighting. The only thing that distinguished from all the other elven warriors was the star clip and necklace that she wore. She hated to be sentimental, so she told everyone that the only reason she wore the clip was to keep extra hair out of her face. Truly she wore it as a remembrance of her father, who had given it to her before he left for the battle in which he was slain. Only Legolas, her mother, her sister and King Thranduil knew the truth. The necklace was a gift from Legolas, given to her when they made the promise. Ever since her father died, Sila had vowed to become a great elven warrior. Legolas had helped her to accomplish this goal, for he was also one of the greatest elven warriors in Mirkwood, not to mention the prince. Sila found stars to be very intriguing ever since she was born. She felt that stars held some sort of secret, maybe even the secret of her own destiny. Her mother was one of King Thranduils greatest advisors, that is how she came to know Legolas, ever since she was born. Their love for jokes, adventure and laughter made them the best of friends.
"Sila...Sila...SILA!"
Sila felt something push her shoulder.
"HUH...WHAT???" She was still half asleep.
"Don't tell me that you have already forgotten your best friend Legolas?"
Sila was awake now.
"Legolas!!!!!!!!!!!!" she immediately proceeded to jump up and give him a huge hug.
He laughed. "I see that you managed to fall asleep during your lessons again."
"You know that I dread these lessons! I find it totally pointless to read about all these various places in middle earth! I would rather go out and explore them myself!
"And I see that you have not lost sense of adventure in these past two weeks!"
"Of course not! Oh Legolas, these past few weeks have been so boring without you!!! It was no fun going around the forest of Mirkwood by myself!!! Can you imagine not having a partner in crime and adventure for two whole weeks?"
He laughed again, but this time nervously. "So what else is new?"
Sila was too busy to notice his nervous look so she continued, "Well my mum and sister tried to put me into one of the dresses again for a banquet! Luckily, I got away before they could catch me!"
"No one has ever been able to convince you to wear one of those!" Legolas smirked.
"And no one ever will!!!! Those things are dreadfully uncomfortable!"
"I wouldn't know."
Sila laughed. "Good thing, for you would look awfully funny in one!"
She started laughing harder just imagining Legolas in one. Legolas laughed once, and then looked away. This time, Sila noticed.
"Legolas? What is the matter? You look tired, you should probably rest."
"I wish I could, but I have to leave again, this time for probably longer."
"What?????????? Where to now?" Sila was getting angry, she had been cooped up in her house taking lessons for the past two weeks, and there was no way that that was going to continue.
"To Imladris."
"To Imladris!!!!" Sila's emerald eyes lit up. "I want to go too! Oh wow, Imladris, I hear that it is beautiful! And maybe I can-"
"It is not a happy mission," Legolas said sadly.
"I don't understand."
"I have to tell Lord Elrond about the escaping of Gollum."
Sila's eyes widened at the mention of that dreadful creature. "Well, it wasn't just your fault, we all thought that he was becoming tamer! If that is what your mission is, then I should be a part as well!" Sila stared at Legolas with a determined look on her face and smiled. "Please!"
Legolas looked at Sila and smiled. "Sure, if you can convince my father."
Sila jumped up and down and gave Legolas another hug. "Oh thank you thank you thank you!!!" She pushed Legolas out the door. "Now you go and rest, you are tired, I know it. I'll find you later and tell you what your father said!" And with that, she ran off, and before Legolas could even blink, she was out of sight. He laughed to himself.
"I sure am glad to have Sila as my best friend." He strode over to the nearest tree and without an effort, was nestled between its branches. "What a nice place for a nap, I have missed this forest terribly."
Meanwhile, Sila was racing towards the great hall of King Thranduil. She stopped when she saw her mother and the king in the front garden, talking. They were standing in front of the moonlight ball, and the fountain of old, and Sila's mother looked very concerned. Sila walked up to them with caution.
"Excuse my lord, and mum, but I have a question I would like to ask you."
King Thranduil looked up and smiled. "Sila! It seems like I haven't seen you in ages! I take it that you were very happy to see Legolas?"
"Incredibly my lord."
Sila's mother turned towards her. "Then you know that he is off to Imladris tomorrow? King Thranduil was just telling me the news."
Sila looked up at her mother. "Yes, I know, and actually, that is the very subject of my question."
"Oh?" King Thranduil fixed his gaze upon Sila.
"My lord, I was wondering if I could accompany him this time."
King Thranduil took a deep breath. "I don't see why not."
Sila's mom opened her mouth in protest, but quickly shut it, for she knew that the King was wise, and knew what he was doing.
"Then it is all right with you mum?" Sila's eyes were full of hope.
"Of course my darling." Eria forced a smile.
"My lord, I am honored." She bowed low and ran off to find Legolas.
Once Sila was out of sight, Eria turned towards King Thranduil. "I know that you are wise, but I am not sure if I am comfortable with Sila going on this journey."
"Eria, I assure, you she will be fine. She can take care of herself."
"I know my lord, but I fear that the journey will not end at Rivendell. I sense that there will be a longer journey that they will take part in, and it will be one of a high importance, much more than we think. These times are uncertain."
"You are wise, Eria, for this I can sense too, and that is exactly why I am sending Sila." King Thranduil placed a hand on Eria's shoulder. "She is gifted, and I know will be much needed."
"Yes, yes, I know." Eria sighed and stared out upon the forest. "But does she?"
Legolas woke slowly and stretched. He then proceeded to look at the sun. "Oh dear, almost meal time!" With that, he jumped out of the tree lightly and bounded towards the dining hall. As he entered the room, he was immediately greeted with many people. Amidst, the crowd, Legolas caught sight of Sila talking with her sister Luitha, and her husband, Jithoniel. He made his way towards her.
"Good evening lady Luitha, and sir Jithoniel." Legolas bowed politely to them.
"Good evening Prince Legolas."
"Yes, good evening Prince Legolas," Sila said in a mocking tone as she bowed low to the ground.
Legolas smiled. "So what did my father say?"
"I get to go!" Sila's large smile seemed to light up the room.
Luitha turned towards Legolas. "We have just heard the story for about the fiftieth time. I am so glad that she will be leaving tomorrow, I can finally get her off of my back!"
Sila laughed. "Can't you just feel the sisterly love?"
Legolas bowed again. "Well, I must be off to the head of the table to sit next to my father."
"Alright then, shall I come see you after dinner?" Sila inquired.
"I am afraid that I will be resting for I am still tired." Legolas replied. "But, I shall see you tomorrow at noon, for that is when we depart."
"Ok, get lots of rest, see you tomorrow!"
The next day Sila got up bright and early. She stretched and walked towards her window. As she gazed out onto the forest of Mirkwood she smiled. "You better take a good look at the forest Sila," she said to herself, "for you won't be seeing it for a while."
"Talking to yourself again?"
Sila whirled around and saw her sister Luitha standing in the doorway.
"Very funny Luitha! I am just taking one last look at Mirkwood." She sighed. "For I know that I shall miss it."
"Well, cheer up, for you are going to the beautiful Imladris, and I have come with a parting present!"
Sila's eyes widened and she jumped in front of her sister. "What is it, what is it?"
From behind her back, Luitha pulled out a long beautiful knife. Sila stared at it in awe. Luitha presented it to her and said, "I noticed that your old one had a notch in it, so I had Jithoniel craft this one. It is finely made, and one of a kind, I hope that you like it."
Sila was almost speechless. "Like it? I love it!! Thank you so much! You are the best sister anyone could ask for! Tell Jithoniel thank you for me!" With that, she threw her arms around her sister and gave her a big long hug.
"Well off with you now Sila, for you must be getting ready, there isn't much time before noon!"
Sila heeded her sister's words and ran to get ready.
At noon, Sila went to the King's Garden, for that is where she would depart from. In front of the fountain she found the King, her mother, and Legolas. Her horse Ely looked excited and all ready to go. Sila smiled at everyone then approached the King and her mother and bowed.
"I promise my lord, to bring you and all of the Great Wood honour on this journey."
King Thranduil smiled down at Sila. "I am sure you will Sila, I am sure you will."
Sila's mom looked at her. "I love you Sila, be careful and let the stars be your guide."
Sila hugged her mom. "I'll miss you mum! I'll be back before you know it!" With that, Sila turned away and with no effort at all, jumped lightly upon Ely.
Eria closed her eyes and whispered, "you will not be back soon my dear, and I fear that you may never come back at all." A single tear dropped from her eye, but was quickly wiped away.
Sila was talking to Legolas, so she did not hear Eria. "Hey Legolas, I challenge you to a race! Bet you that I win!" She smirked at Legolas.
He smiled back. "I accept the challenge! Prepare to be surprised for I will be so far ahead of you that I will look like only a speck on the horizon!"
Sila laughed. "We shall see Legolas, we shall see!" And with that, she leaned over and in Ely's ear whispered: noro lim, noro lim, Ely! Immediately, she was off in a gasp of wind. Legolas was close behind her.
King Thranduil and Eria watched their children depart. To Eria, this reminded her of the time she said her last goodbye to her beloved husband Caled. To the King, it reminded him of the time when his wife sought the Grey Havens long ago. This both brought them great sorrow. Masking his sadness, King Thranduil turned to Eria and smiled. Suddenly, a thought passed into his head.
"Eria, Legolas and Sila have a wonderful friendship, no?"
"Yes, my lord, a very wonderful and special friendship."
"Sometimes Eria," he paused "I think that it might become more."
Eria turned to the king and smiled, but shook her head. "No my lord, they will always remain friends, remember the promise that they made?"
~**Flashback- The Promise**~
Legolas ran quickly after Sila, but she was much too fast. He stopped and looked around. He was deep in the heart of Mirkwood. His keen ears heard a sob. He turned around and saw Sila crouched on the ground, her head buried in her arms, leaning against a tree. "Sila..." Legolas whispered as he walked towards her. She did not say anything. "Sila, it is I, Legolas..." He was sitting right next to her now.
Suddenly Sila threw her arms around Legolas and sobbed into his shoulder. "Forgive me Legolas..." Sila said.
"For what?"
"For running off in such a huff, not telling anyone where I was going...I must have my mum terribly worried. And she is already very upset." After saying that last sentence, Sila began to cry again.
"Why Legolas? How? How was my father slain? He was one of the best warriors in all of Mirkwood! Why was he the one killed? I don't understand, I don't understand!" Sila was crying uncontrollably now.
"Sila, your father was one of the greatest elves in all of Mirkwood. No doubt about it. He was very brave and died in great honour."
Sila wiped away her tears and sighed. "I don't care anymore, I just wish to have him back. I will train even harder now, and fulfill my goal to be one of the finest warriors of all of Mirkwood...for my father!"
Legolas looked at Sila. "And you have that star clip that he gave you."
"Oh yes! I almost forgot about the clip!" She pulled it out of a small pocket in her pants and it seemed to light up all of Mirkwood. Sila placed it in her hair. She felt more tears coming, and she tried to hold them back. However it was unsuccessful and they started to flow again.
Legolas gave her a hug and let her head rest upon his shoulder. "It will be alright Sila, I know how you feel. I felt the same way when my mother sought the Grey Havens long ago."
Sila looked up at him, her tears beginning to subside again. "That was one of the worst moments I can remember Legolas. Although, I know that we will see her again someday." Sila sighed.
Legolas stared at the ground.
"You know what Legolas? Seeing the look on my mother's face when she heard the news, it was equally as painful as hearing that my father was dead. She took it so well, I do not see how she kept herself together."
"Your mother is a very amazing and respectable lady."
"Yes she is. And how she kept her composure, I will never know. She loved my father dearly, and I know this is must be hurting her dreadfully."
"I remember the look on my fathers face when my mom went to the Grey Havens. That was the first time I had ever seen a tear in his eye. He loved my mother just as much as your mother loved your father."
"I will never fall in love." Sila said sternly.
Legolas surprisingly looked down at her. It was quite an obscure comment to make at the moment.
"It gets in the way Legolas, it makes things more painful. Just look at how much are parents were hurting. I don't know if I could take it again."
Legolas nodded in agreement.
"So we must make a promise, right here, right now, that we will never fall in love with anyone," Sila said.
Legolas smiled and opened his palm. Sila gasped. In his palm was a star on a thin chain. Both made of mithril.
"Is that for me?"
"Yes, I was going to give it to you for your birthday, but this would be something perfect to bind the promise with."
Sila took the necklace and gingerly put it on. "I will never take it off. If it is lost or broken, the promise will be broken."
"And of course that will never happen! It's mithril!" Legolas joked slightly.
Sila and Legolas both smiled at each other and started making their way back to the King's Garden.
~**End of The Promise**~
King Thranduil instantly remembered that dreadful day. "I just want them to be extremely happy." He sighed.
Eria turned to him and grinned. "I don't think that they can get any happier than they already are."
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