Battles Lost and Won
Chapter One
Aragorn x Legolas
The Man and Elf are happily married and living in Gondor, that is until war crashes into Middle Earth and their peace and happiness are threatened, the King, Prince and their friends must do all they can to help - even if it means the reincarnation of the Fellowship.
Lemons!
The small procession was solemn. Not even the horses made a sound, hanging their heads in despair. The only noise was that of their hooves clumping along the dust path. Those seated on the backs of their creatures were as forlorn as their steeds. They were returning from a lost battle. Most of their comrades had been killed in the chaos. They just hadn't been strong enough.
All the survivors bore battle scars, new and old. Many were bleeding, some unconscious and slung unceremoniously over the backs of spare horses.
Men, elves and dwarves alike walked and rode in sorrow. Aragorn, now King of Gondor, raised his aching head to look up the line a bit, a few slow walking horses ahead, towards that beautiful blonde hair. Despite the blood and dirt scattered across the long locks, they were still as amazingly captivating. Aragorn looked around and kicked his horse, weaving it round the others to catch up to the elf.
"My love, are you alright?" he asked softly, reaching across and placing a strong, large hand on the bony but toned shoulder. "Legolas?" he asked when there came no reaction. The head rose and piercing blue eyes looked into his, a look of surprise on the beautiful face
"Oh, Aragorn, I did not notice you. Forgive me, my mind was elsewhere.." he said vaguely, looking back down. Aragorn smiled
"Don't fret, love, we shall be home soon and we can sleep and bathe then." Legolas gave a small smile
"A bath would be most agreeable..." Aragorn grinned and nodded
"Perhaps we can share one, hm?" he asked, raising his eyebrows. Legolas blushed
"Aragorn, can you think of nothing else?"
"Not when I'm with a creature as stunning as you, my love." Legolas gave a light bird-like laugh and put Aragorn's hand against his face, feeling the man's cool skin against his warm cheek. "Besides, we have not been together for nearly two months. I wish to make you mine all over again." Legolas's blush went darker and he smiled shyly. Then closing his eyes and frowning slightly, a single tear rolled down his flawless cheek. Aragorn wiped it away with his thumb and raised Legolas's chin, making him look at him "What troubles you?" he asked
"'Tis nothing, Aragorn, I am just glad we are both still here." Aragorn smiled and leaned over to kiss him
"As am I, meleth. Come; let us speed up this dire march." He gave Legolas a grin and stood up on his stirrups, his horse halting. "Men, dwarves and elves, hear me now!" he yelled. Everyone stopped and looked at the young King. "Let us not wallow any longer! We will mourn for our fallen at home. For now, let us return to the palace and sleep. We shall hold a feast for your brave hunger in the morning. Beds and bathes for all!" the soldiers gave a cheer despite themselves and continued, at a far quicker pace than before, as well as a distinctly lighter atmosphere. Legolas was smiling at him when Aragorn looked at him next, who mirrored his happiness "And now, Legolas, my love, we shall run!" he shouted, kicking his horse's sides, causing it to rear and gallop off. The elf laughed and did the same, quickly catching up with the man as they rode off together.
It took less than an hour to return to the castle and they snuck in through the kitchens so they didn't have to deal with anyone from the public or council, bee-lining straight for their private quarters. Aragorn set the dog outside the door so they were not disturbed and led his husband to the bath chamber. Legolas smiled and ran the hot water into the large porcelain tub, adding a little cold too. Aragorn hugged him around the slim waist as he stooped over and began undoing his garments, making Legolas giggle
"Aragorn, you are mighty eager today, are you not?"
"I am, my love, I must confess. You enchant me, I want you so much, Legolas."
"And you shall have me, sir. But only when the bath is ready."
"Can't I undress you to pass the time? I wish to gaze upon your beautiful body." Legolas blushed
"I suppose you may… but only if I can do the same for you." Aragorn grinned
"Agreed." He said, hugging the elf again, kissing the soft pale skin of his slender neck. Legolas turned in his arms to face him, smiling up at him. Aragorn grinned and their lips met in a passionate but gentle kiss, knowing they were both sore from the battle.
Slender elfin arms rose and wrapped around his Man's neck, Aragorn's hands calmly continued to unbutton his elf's shirt. Legolas moaned softly into the kiss as the other slipped his tongue into his mouth, massaging his. The elf's hand moved from Aragorn's hair to his chest, clumsily unbuttoning his uniform. They broke the kiss for air, panting and flushed. Legolas rested his head on the man's shoulder, eyes closed as he struggled to get his breath back
"A-Aragorn…hurry, please…" he whispered, tugging needily on his shirt. Aragorn grinned and nodded, raising his head and kissing his brow
"Of course, my love, whatever you want." He replied, removing the elf's shirt and caressing his body. He was amazingly unblemished by war, his elfin healing powers never ceasing to amaze. Now only mud and dried blood hid his naturally beautiful pale skin.
"The bath is full, Aragorn… Shall we…get in?" Legolas asked breathlessly. Aragorn nodded and quickly stripped them both of the remaining clothes, before picking Legolas' light body up in his arms and getting into the tub. Both sighed as the soothing warmth surrounded their bodies and relaxed, Legolas leaned back against his husband and breathed out a purr. Aragorn smiled and held the soft slender hands, resting their arms along the rim.
The man's hands then moved to wrap around his waist, bearded chin brushing his skin as he kissed his neck and shoulders. Legolas moved his head back so his neck was more accessible and allowed his husband to do as he wished. He felt a gentle hand sweep his long blonde hair, the ends of which now slightly heavy from the water, off his back and flop it over one shoulder
"Mmm…Aragorn…" he groaned, the soft mouth sucking at his flesh, hot breath sparking down his skin.
"Legolas…I'm almost to my limit… Could you..?" Legolas smiled and reached back behind him, finding the large hot erection pressed against his back.
"So hard already, my love." Legolas teased, stroking his lover with skilled, nimble hands. He turned to face his lover, and they kissed passionately, touching each other with heated fingers. Aragorn drew Legolas closer to him, caressing his back, hands slowly descending.
Legolas wrapped his arms around Aragorn's neck as they kissed, his fingers combing through the thick waves of dark hair. The elf felt the large rough hands gently massaging his soft white buttocks and hunched, moaning softly. "Mmmm…" he purred. Aragorn smirked and rubbed the tiny pucker between the cheeks with one callused finger, making the recipient gasp and tense slightly. "G-go slowly, meleth… It has been so long.." (Elvish Translation: love (a/n: for the record, I don't speak any Elvish, its translated :P))
"En' rant.." (E/T: of course) he replied, rubbing gently as he pushed the finger in. Legolas's breath hitched and he tensed slightly, hands tightening on Aragorn's shoulders. Aragorn stopped automatically "Does it hurt, Legolas?" he asked concerned, removing his finger. Legolas smiled and shook his head.
"N'uma… Goheno nin.." (E/T: No… Forgive me..) He said quietly. Aragorn lifted his chin to look at him
"Are you sure, my love?" he asked, looking straight into the piercing blue eyes. Legolas smiled and nodded
"Uma,I am sure. Just go slowly, ilya forya?" (E/T: yes…all right?) Aragorn nodded and kissed him, distracting him as he replaced the finger, moving it around inside to stretch him out ready for the second. Legolas' moans were now of pleasure "Mm, hurry, Aragorn…W-water is entering me.." he breathed, trying to raise his hips out of the bath water, but his lover would not allow it. Aragorn smiled and kissed his soft neck
"Something far better will be entering you soon, meleth.." Legolas blushed and they kissed, Aragorn continuing his job at hand. Legolas soon got over the initial pain and began to get more into it, moaning softly into his lover's shoulder, one hand occasionally squeezing the muscle in pleasure. Aragorn smiled and started kissing his neck again, only to grunt when he felt the familiar hands grasp his member. He looked at his blonde lover in slight surprise. The elf grinned
"Do not let me have all the fun…" He said. Aragorn chuckled deeply and pulled Legolas so he was straddling his lap, giving him better access to his chest and nipples. The elf gasped and lowered his hips, making sure his husband's member was between his butt cheeks, not inside him. Aragorn grunted in pleasure, gripping Legolas' hips slightly. Legolas smirked and moved against the organ, up and down teasingly
"Legolas, if you keep doing that…I won't be able to control myself." He said in a slightly strained voice, obviously using a lot of self-restraint. The elf grinned mischievously and did it again, with more force. "Ahh…shit..!" Aragorn growled "My love…I can't take it anymore… May I?" Legolas smiled and nodded, raising his hips so Aragorn could position himself, hugging his neck tightly. "Relax…we'll go nice and slow.." he said, keeping a firm but gentle hold on his lover's hips "Ready?" he asked. Legolas nodded, lowering his own hips to meet the man's hard member.
Aragorn slowly pushed Legolas' body down, moving his own hips to meet him. The tip of his organ nudged the elf's entrance, causing him to gasp quietly. "Are you alright, Legolas?" the elf smiled and nodded, putting his lips to his Man's as he sank down, moaning into his mouth. They continued moving their hips, unaware of the water sloshing over the side at their movements, and soon had a good rhythm.
"Legolas…you're gripping me so tightly.." he said, his hands on his husband's slightly bony hips. The elf blushed, gasping quietly as he felt Aragorn take hold of his member and stroked him in time with their thrusts.
"A-Aragorn..!" he hissed, his hand at his mouth and his back arched, the Man quickly moved his hand away so he couldn't come. Legolas pouted "So cruel.." he said, Aragorn grinned with an extra hard thrust, making him gasp
"I want us to come together, my love." Legolas rolled his eyes with a smile and leaned forward to kiss him. Just at that moment, there was the sound of growling then a knock on the door. Legolas' eyes widened and looked at his husband, who shook his head "Ignore them."
"But-"
"King Aragorn, your majesty, sorry to intrude but Gandalf the White has requested urgent council with you downstairs, sir!" the person at the door called.
"That dog is utterly useless…" Aragorn growled and sat up properly, making Legolas squeak quietly. He smiled and kissed him "I am sorry, meleth, I will return shortly and make it up to you. Please, finish your bath and we shall continue in the bedroom." Legolas sighed and nodded, allowing Aragorn to lift him up and he remove himself from the elf, sitting him in the other end of the tub. Both were automatically disappointed but the thought of their later time together made it better. Aragorn got out and, thinking of all his turn offs to cool himself down, got dressed. Legolas smiled as he watched him, hugging his long legs to his chest with his head resting on his knees
"Coming!" Aragorn called at another knock, drying his hair. He winked at Legolas, who blushed
"Hurry back, my darling!" He called after his husband and Gondor's ruler left their room. Aragorn grinned at this remark, looking forward to his own return.
"Ah, King Aragorn! You're looking well - for just returning from a battle, at least." The wizard greeted him heartily. Aragorn smiled
"'Tis good to see you again, old friend." He said and they sat down, the servants bringing them drinks "What brings you here, Gandalf?" he asked, eager to get back as soon as possible. The old man smiled knowingly
"Prince Legolas is waiting?" he asked with a sly grin. Aragorn resisted the heat in his cheeks and nodded, allowing a smirk
"He is indeed."
"Very well, business only. I'm here to ask about the current…climate, shall we say - everyone else I've asked hasn't given me a single straight answer." The King sighed, sitting back with a grim face
"I'm afraid that's a rather tender subject, no-one wishes to admit that we are, alas, at war." The wizard sighed
"I was afraid you'd say that.." he muttered, shaking his head. Aragorn nodded solemnly
"The last battle left our army weak."
"How many dead?"
"Countless. It was a blood bath; the enemy ambushed us - if it wasn't for the elves sensing their approach I fear we would have been wiped out."
"We need more elves then." Gandalf declared. Aragorn looked at him
"Gandalf?"
"We need the elves' full support and allegiance."
"With all due respect, old friend, the elves have no interest in fighting. They will never come to war with us, we only have the few in our army from Legolas' father allowing a few of them to help us out as a token to our marriage." He smiled slightly, remembering his father-in-law had glomped him when he was introduced and declared how happy he was his son had found such a fine example of a Man. "I will talk to Legolas but I think he will agree with me." He said with a sigh. Gandalf sighed, nodding
"Whatever we can do, I suppose. Speak to Legolas, and I'll return in a week or so, I'm off to the Shire to visit Frodo and the others." He said with a smile.
"He's back then? From his travels with Bilbo, I mean." Gandalf nodded
"Indeed, Bilbo passed a few months ago so Frodo has returned to his friends." Aragorn grinned
"Good. Well, if we have no other business, I'd really rather like to return to my husband." Gandalf laughed.
"Off you go then, wouldn't want to keep the dear elf waiting." He said. Aragorn grinned and stood, bidding his friend goodbye and instructed the servants to escort him to the kitchen where he could help himself to whatever he liked. Gandalf thanked him, saying he planned to bring Pippin and Merry back some of Gondor's finest wine as all they classed as drink was ale. Aragorn smiled and they exchanged a hug before going their separate ways.
Aragorn returned feeling rather guilty, he'd been gone longer than he had thought and he was sure Legolas would be upset. He entered their quarters quietly and, finding the bathroom empty, continued to the main chamber.
"Legolas? I'm sorry I took so long, Gandalf was-" he stopped, seeing his love fast asleep on the bed. He was naked except a towel around his thin hips and his long flaxen hair still damp from the bath and unbraided, the loose wavy tresses mixing in with the dead straight ones. His skin was now clean, restored to its full pure beauty. Aragorn grinned to himself and went over to him. "My dear, you shouldn't have waited if you were so tired…" he whispered, picking him up and placing him in bed properly, removed the damp towel and covering him in the thick quilt. "Even elves catch colds, right?" he wrapped his wet hair in a clean, warm towel so he wasn't affected by the castle's chill, smiling at his relaxed features.
Legolas had recently taken up the habit of closing his eyes when he slept - usually elves' eyes remain open when they went to their land of dreams but Legolas no longer did. The blank, cloudy expression he took on when asleep had always unnerved Aragorn, it was much too similar to that of death - perhaps that was why he'd changed his ways. The King kept this thought with a smile as he left Legolas briefly to change out of his clothes and then slipped into bed beside his love, bringing his slender body close.
He did not mind they couldn't continue what they had started that night, he was happy just to hold Legolas like this. He'd nearly lost his lovely elf more than once during their time in battle, and vice versa, and he considered himself incredibly lucky to have him lying beside him so tranquilly. Their lives, and the lives of everyone in Middle Earth, were about to change forever…
Sooooo? What does everyone think?
You have no idea how much I LOVE this pairing! I giggle every time I watch the movies or read the books now because I can only imagine them together… Oh well.
Planning to make this last a while, lots of things will happen to our beautiful couple, some good some…not so good. More soon!
Hope you enjoyed
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