Title: Drawing Conclusions

Author: Heather

Rating: PG for now (over all R), rape, and possible mprg, yes this is slash. You have been warned.

Disclaimer: Nothing is mine. This is a fan fiction site so what do you expect?

Summary: Just another take on how Aragorn and Legolas met. In this chapter the two meet and prepare to travel to Lorien.

Authors notes: Arwen is a sister not a lover, and Aragorn is immortal. Yes I know this isn't what Tolkien said but this is my story so…

Also I'm new to writing so I hope this isn't too bad. Reviews (good and bad) are always welcome! Thanks for reading!

Chapter 1 In Imladris

He took a deep breath and tried to prepare himself for what he knew was soon to happen. For a few minutes he felt peace both inside himself and all around him but he was not foolish enough to believe this feeling would last. Soon-much too soon-Arwen would come out from the trees she was trying to hide in and she would force him to go meet his father. As he heard her step forward with ears no human could posses he turned to smile at her.

"You heard me?"

"How could I not? You made such a racket."

"Este-I mean Aragorn I have missed you terribly." She tripped over his real name it felt strange in her mouth.

"I would prefer if you called me by my childhood name. And I missed you too."

"You have to accept you destiny Aragorn. Trust me. You will be happy one day."

"Have you seen something?"

"No but the Valor wouldn't put an immortal man in middle earth and doom him to a life of misery."

"Okay. Let's go. I think I can face him now."

"It won't be that bad. You'll see."

They turned and walked silently towards Imladris. As they stepped into the garden Aragorn saw his father talking with Mithrandir a wizard who was known also as Gandolf in other parts of middle earth.

They talked about everything that had happened since Aragorn had left. In the end all were happy with Aragorn's choice to finally try to take hold of his destiny. Before they left to prepare themselves for dinner Aragorn remembered the man he had traveled here with.

"Oh gosh I forgot all about Boromir! I left him at the borders!"

"The twins went to fetch him and his room is being prepared as we speak. Now go prepare your self for dinner. No doubt, you'll want to bathe or at the very least change your clothes."

"Yes, thank you."

When Aragorn was, finally ready for dinner he took one last look into the mirror. Arwen had picked out his outfit for tonight. A pair of deep blue leggings and a matching tunic both with silver trim and a light tan pair of boots. Well at least Arwen knew what he looked good in. He turned and made his way to dinner.

As Aragorn walked to his seat, he noticed that there was a blonde elf he didn't recognize sitting across from him. He was so focused on everything the elf said or did or ate that he didn't notice the way his glances in the elf's direction were being returned in the same secretive manner. Arwen on the other hand noticed everything that happened and smiled smugly to herself at what she had managed to set up.

Unfortunately, Boromir, one of Aragorn's friends from Gondor, also noticed the beautiful elf across from Aragorn.

Over the next month, Aragorn and the elf whose name was Legolas spent every possible minute together. Both knew that they had to leave soon. Aragorn had to travel to Gondor while Legolas needed to return to Mirkwood but both found that it was much preferable to spend time practicing archery and sword fighting techniques instead.

Finally, Elrond made the decision for them announcing to their relief that when Aragorn made the trip Legolas's father had decided it would be beneficial for Legolas to accompany him so the preparations began for Aragorn to travel to Gondor. Also included in the letter was a personal message for Legolas from his father.

'Legolas my son- I know from what Lord Elrond tells me that you have lost your heart to a certain man. I want you to know that if you feelings are returned I would approve of your leaving the kingdom for 50 or so years provided that you visit and eventually come back to Mirkwood with a husband. You'll have to perform the binding ceremony for all know that if he does not share an immortal's life force he will die like any other mortal man. I hope I will see you soon as the prince consort of Gondor. –your loving father'

The night before they left both Aragorn and Legolas had visitors to their rooms that left them awake much of the night.

There was a light knocking on Aragorn's door.

"Enter."

"You have to tell him."

"Tell who what?"

"That you love him!"

"But how did you know?"

"Estel! I have eyes. You've loved him since you first laid eyes on him. Tell him the truth. He wouldn't be offended. I think your feelings are even returned."

"No. He can't know and you must not tell him. I would not risk the relationship I have with him on the hope that he feels something that I am sure he does not."

"Very well but I believe you are wrong. I will see you in the morning."

Aragorn lay awake for much of the night thinking about what Arwen could know.

At the same time, Legolas received a much different visitor.

"Enter."

"Legolas."

"Boromir? Can I help you with something?"

"Now that you mention it yes you can help me."

"How?"

"Well let's just say I am used to getting what I want and right now I want you."

Boromir walked over to Legolas and kissed him so hard he bruised the elf's lips. Pushing him back on to the bed he said, "I will get what I want-one way or another."

"You can't have it! My heart belongs to another. I will never be yours."

"We shall see about that."

Boromir turned and walked from the room and Legolas lay there both fearing the morning when he would see Boromir again and wishing it would come sooner so he could see Aragorn as well.