Hello there. This is my first story on fanfiction, but not my first story ever so dont go easy on me. Its a Lord of the rings fanfic with Legolas (*swoon*) and an OC named Lethuin. It's a pretty generic Legolas romance so don't expect too much from it. But I'll try to make it decent. Honesty is welcome, so please give me your opinions! Well that's it, enjoy! *edit* after rereading I feel like it was too half-assed so I shall edit it.

I drop my basket of mushrooms and tuck myself behind a small thicket when I hear the trampling of hooves. I watch intently as a group of men on pure white steeds trot by, among them a handsome boy not much older than I. One could recognize him instantly by his striking features, he was Prince Legolas son of Thranduil. Commoners didn't have the privilege of seeing him often, he usually stayed within castle walls except on the rare occasions when he would visit the town folk. Something about Legolas made him so desirable for royalty and commoners alike, and wherever he would go there was sure to be girls trailing behind hoping to catch his eye. Today, however, no women were at his heels and the group of men moved quietly through the wood. Peering through the branches, I could just make out his long blonde hair resting on his shoulders. He peered at the woods around him, and it seemed for a moment that his gaze was fixed upon me.

Once I could no longer hear them near I stoop to pick up the mushrooms that had tumbled from my basket, Legolas' handsome face still fresh in my mind. I hug the basket closely as I venture home, where I place it on my doorstep. Soon I head towards the east side of town, where I can forget about my recent run in at the pub. The aroma of cinnamon welcomes me when I step into the dim-lighted bar, congregated by elven men and women alike. Pushing my way to the back, I am quick to find my companions at a table in the corner.
"We've been waiting for ages, Lethuin. Where have you been?" my small friend, Morwen demands. I take a seat next to Elessar, who grins when he catches sight of me. Elessar is the only one in our small group who sticks out, apart from his bold mannerisms his hair is a dark chestnut color that contrasts with our own blonde locks.
"I got caught up in the wood to the west, searching for mushrooms for my mother" I explain, unsure whether to tell my friends of whom I had seen.
"Well never mind that now. She is here, isn't she?" Elessar says, "We got you a drink, by the way. Wine of course". I give Ellesar a grateful smile, and take the cup full of wine without hesitation.
"Are you alright, Lethuin. You don't seem well" Morwen inquires, peering at me quizzically.
"I do feel a bit off" I admit, "but it's nothing to fret about"

The rest of the evening was just filled with useless chatter and once it grew dark I leave my friends to return home. Instead of my usual path home, I venture towards the north to take a stroll in the woods. The darkness dims my senses, and the only lights to guide me are the moon above and the occasional fairy flitting by. The usual soothing forest becomes daunting, and the tall trees feel as if they are looming over me as I lose her way in the winding paths.
"Why would a young girl like yourself be traveling the woods by her lonesome?" a voice sounds behind me, making me jump. I am slow to turn around, unsure of whom I may find behind me.
"Why would a ma-" I turn to see who spoke, and my cheeks flush red when I see the stranger. Green eyes gaze down upon me, and an unforgettable smirk flickers across Legolas' face.
"I'm so sorry, your highness" I blurt out, "oh my, where are my manners" I curtsy and smile unsurely, silently cursing myself for my foolishness.
"It's quite alright...I'm sorry, what's your name?"
"Lethuin. My name is Lethuin, your highness" I stammer.
"A beautiful name. So, Lethuin what are you doing out here" he asks, his smirk growing.
"Thank you, your highness" I reply " and I am just taking a stroll"
"Where is your home?" he inquires, taking a step closer.
"To the west, your highness. I was on my way there actually now"
"I don't think its suitable for a young women such as yourself to walk all the way without company" he proclaims, "do you mind if I join you"
"Of course not, your highness." I motion him to my side and continue on my journey home.

Okay well it's short but thats all for now. More to come!