Undying
Love and
Devotion
Written by: Gilraen Alcarin
Chapter 1
First meeting
I am Gwirithiel of the Dunedain. Daughter of Arthion. If ever I had a mother I did not know her, nor do I remember her. I rarely left the camp, not that I feared to, but that I feared to lose my father. He was growing old and I did not like the thought of him being without me. Until this day, when he and another ranger, one I called Luin came to me.
"Gwirithiel we have a mission for you." father said.
"Father you know I cannot leave you."
He sighed and looked at Luin.
"Give me a moment with my daughter."
He nodded and walked a little ways away.
"Gwirithiel…..you cannot remain in this camp forever. You must see the world and all it has to offer. Your mother would not…"
"I never knew my mother. Do you want me to leave you?" I asked.
He smiled a little.
"Of course not, but I do not want you to stay here for the rest of your life. Please, do this for me. For your father."
I sighed and nodded.
"Very well. I will go on this quest."
He smiled and hugged me. I would do anything to make my father happy.
"Luin! Come!"
Luin came back to us and handed me a map.
"You are to make for the Shire, Bag End to be exact. You are expected there this evening. You need not eat before you leave, for we have been assured that supper will be served."
I nodded and then prepared to leave. I had my sword sharpened as well as my knife and made sure I had a full quiver of arrows. I did not require a horse, for I knew that it would only get in the way. The sun was going down when I was ready to leave. My father came to me.
"Be safe my daughter. And do not worry for me. I shall be here when you return."
"Promise me father."
He pulled me into his arms.
"I swear it."
I hugged him tightly. He kissed my head and then I went on my way.
I arrived at a round door, painted a lovely shade of green. There also a strange glowing blue symbol. I knew this to be the right house. I rang the bell and a hobbit opened the door. I smiled and bowed.
"Gwirithiel daughter of Arthion at your service."
"Bilbo Baggins at yours."
I looked back to him. There was a loud commotion coming from inside.
"May I come in Master Baggins?" I asked.
"Oh right….yes of course!"
I smiled and nodded.
"Thank you."
I was led down the hall and to the dining room, however it seemed quite crowded.
"If you do not mind, I shall just sit in the kitchen." I said.
"Well then right this way."
"Is it Thorin?!" called someone.
"No, no! It is the Dunedain woman I spoke of. She is rather shy and reserved." said an old voice.
I sat down at the kitchen table and Bilbo gave me something to eat. He was an extraordinary cook.
"This is delicious!" I complimented.
Bilbo blushed slightly and then wandered by to the dining room. One thing I prided myself on was my hearing. I knew it to be dwarves in the dining room, and I heard three of them wander to the living room.
"I wonder what this woman looks like." said one voice.
"Why do you not find out Kili?" said another.
"Is that a challenge brother?"
"Perhaps."
"It is a challenge! But mind you be careful. Gandalf said she was shy." said the third.
I heard a set of feet walking towards the kitchen. I looked up as they entered. My eyes widened. Before me stood a young dwarf, with long dark brown hair and a short beard. He had golden green eyes and if I stood he would come to about my shoulder.
"Kili….." he managed to say.
He too had been staring at me.
"Gwirithiel….." I whispered.
