Disclaimer: I don't own Lord of the Rings sob. At least I own the Ireathi! :)

Thanks to lindahoyland for letting me use her character Elestelle. However I decided to use my own character, Elewyn as I felt that Elestelle has her own unique background. All flash backs are in 3rd person. Oh yes, I worked hard on this chapter so please r&r

Dictionary-thingy:

Mellon-nin: friend in elvish

Ada: daddy/dad in elvish

Ireath: the species of protectors (Singular)

Ireathi: the species of protectors (plural)

Ioeth: title given to the high queen of the Ireathi

Eafth: name of the Ioeth of the Ireathi

Elewyn: Faramir and Eowyn's child

Eldarion: Aragorn and Arwen's child

Arda: the elvish word for middle-earth (I think 0_0)

Chapter 1: The Visitor

Legolas' POV

"Ada, did that really happen?"

Eldarion blubbers excitedly once Aragorn finishes his tale. I smile sadly as Aragorn explained that yes, it was true and nay, he did not make it up, to the intrigued Eldarion and Elewyn. I think back to when I was but 50 and my father had shown me a visual account of what happened to Eafth. I can still remember her crestfallen face and her heart piercing shriek as she collapsed to the floor in grief. The way she searched for years, looking for her lost sisters, ones who could never be found.

"Uncle Legolas! Uncle Legolas!"

I am brought out of my reverie by a small eager hand waving in front of my face.

"Uncle Legolas, Elewyn wants to know if the Iearth were pretty?"

Eldarion looks proud to be able to help Elewyn, no matter how small a deed. I smile at the two 7-year-olds.

"Yes they were," I say in a soft voice "Amazingly so, it was the kind of beauty that ensnared many men."

"Then I am not letting my husband near any Iearth, regardless of whether she is all mighty and powerful or not."

Faramir blushes at his wife's outspokenness. But he smiles and says, "My love, there is no more beautiful woman on Arda then you! No offense my lady," turning quickly to Arwen, who is sitting on a stone bench caressing the leaves of a tree, not paying much attention.

"No offense taken Faramir, it is natural, is it not, for a husband to think that way of his wife."

"However you forget," I interject "that the Iearth, Eafth in particular, inspired love and admiration even in women and those who were wed."

"You mean like nana?" Eldarion asks, his grey orbs shining, "She is like that right? My nana is special!" So saying, Eldarion leaps up running towards Arwen.

Aragorn smiles inwardly but puts on a slightly sterner face.

"Now my children," he says as he stands up, "It is now time for you to finish go back to your work while your Ada and Naneth get back to work."

I can hear the groans from the children. They have enjoyed the story time, I know, and will be eager for more when their lessons finish. I also detect a small sigh from Faramir. I do believe he enjoys these sessions as much as his daughter, Elewyn. I smile to myself. I am happy for my friend. He has a family and a loyal steward, how could he ever want more? As our small party disbands Aragorn pulls me aside, Faramir with him.

"If you would not mind Legolas, I would like you to come with me to see how our visitor is, we might as well relieve Adrea of her duty." For Aragorn had been very insistent that someone should remain her lest she should wake.

"Of course Estel," I say using Aragorn's childhood name, "I assume Faramir is coming with us?"

"He is indeed, I fear he knows the healers assistants better than I do, and me may need them."

I nod, grimly remembering what happened not two days ago.

Flash back

A cry of alarm issues from the guards at the gate. Quickly, Aragorn and Legolas speed towards it, followed by the prince of Ithilien not a few steps behind. They reach the gate with their swords drawn, expecting to see someone attacking Minas Tirith. Instead they are greeted by a shocking sight. An elleth by the looks of it is riding hard to Minas Tirith. The guards, already over the initial shock of seeing someone charging on horse back toward the city, have lined up ready to stop her. She skids to a halt before the guards and says in a slow halting voice, "Message...from Rivendell" and leans heavily on her mount.

Aragorn steps past the guards ignoring their cries of "Beware Sir!" or "That's a witch, I know it!"

He steps forward and says, "I am the king Elessar. Come enjoy our hospitality, for you are obviously tired and worn."

So saying, Aragorn takes the reign of her horse and pulls it forward.

"My Lord!" she protests in a husky voice "I have to tell you...urgent. Family...danger."

Aragorn stop in his tracks. He is in such a shock that he does not even notice when the messenger closes her eyes and falls sideways off her mount. Legolas and Faramir both lunge toward the elleth, not wanting her to hit the ground. Legolas reaches her first and carefully swings her into his arms. Faramir, seeing that she is alright, moves to get her horse, taking up the rein in one hand. He takes hold of the king's hand in the other and pulls him gently back to the top level of Minas Tirith.

Once they reach the top level Faramir hands the reins of the horse to a passing guard and instructs him to place it in the royal stables. Then he gives the king a quick reassuring hug, unconcern of the prying eyes staring at the rulers and the two elves.

"Aragorn, they will be alright, trust me. If you want to know the full story you need to help the poor elleth."

Aragorn nods mutely and follows Legolas, who is already inside the castle doorway and waiting patiently with the unconscious maiden in his arms.

"I assume you do not want her taken to the healing ward?"

"You assume right Mellon-inn. Bring her to my chambers. Arwen may be able to recognize her."

In his private chambers Aragorn works on restoring the drained elleth back to her former health. Arwen has known nothing of the elf and that she might be a recent addition to Imladris. Sighing, Aragorn sits back. Healing drains him, but the elleth would make a full recovery within two days. This surprises him, her regenerative powers are very strong, even for an elf. Gently picking up the elleth in his arms, he carries her to a guest chamber not very far from his own. Aragorn them sets out to find Legolas and Faramir to discuss what happened.

End Flashback

We reach the guest chambers with Aragorn in the lead. He knocks softly before pushing the door open. I know he cannot but feel a pang of dread every time he enters this room. He wants the elleth to wake for her sake but dreads what news she might bring.

"How is she?" asks Aragorn.

"I believe she is waking my lord," Adrea says with an elaborate bow, "I was just about to summon a maid to call you."

"Well now I'm here I suppose we better-" Aragorn is cut of by a soft moan from the elleth.

We all turn and see her eyelids fluttering. Faramir quickly prepares some Athelas leaves in preparation for the worst.

"You are safe now Mellon-nin, come back to us." Aragorn whispers in Elvish.

Slowly she opens her eyes, piercing silver eyes.

There yah go, hope you like it :D as I said earlier took me a while to get this chapter satisfactory seeing as I had so much modern dance and homework :( oh well, guys please review! I'd love comments and maybe suggestions? Also please tell me, do you prefer more short chapters or less long chapters. Kk, so hope you guys like this chapter! Took me blood and tears and sweat to write it (just kidding, though I was so engrossed proof reading my work I tripped and injured myself :P just goes ta show how klutzy I am) and finally, to those who Read and Reviewed thank you for you support!