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Alassë smiled once again when she was jostled lightly by king Elesar yet her heart went out to Elrohir. She could not forget the pain on his face or the look of grief; much like the whole world had ceased to exist. Perhaps she should go to him, but then again his twin was with him as well. It was probably best she stayed away. She smiled as the people congratulated her but did not offer any word in return.
After a while she excused herself and went once again in search of lord Glorfindel. She found him sitting on one of the benches looking bored with a human female beside him. He lightened up the moment he saw her approach. "A word please, my dear general." She said quietly and he rose quickly, telling the poor woman how fortunate he was to have had her company.
Alassë had to conceal a smile when she saw the pure lust on the females face. But Glorfindel did not seem to notice as he followed her little ways beyond the hearing of the elves. He waited patiently for her to find the right words but in the end she simply cried out. "I have broken his heart."
Glorfindel raised his brows slightly, confused by her words. "You do have to help me, my dear, for I have no possible idea who you are concerned with. Whose heart have you broken?" Alassë gave him an odd look before she spoke quietly. "I think I broke lord Elrohir's heart. There was such a look of intense pain when he heard the joyous news." There was sorrow in her voice and she turned her face downwards to the stones beneath her feet.
Glorfindel cupped her chin and softly said. "Choices must be made, Alassë and they can cause hurt for other people we concern ourselves with. But the ultimate choice is yours, who you truly belong with. But do not be led astray simply because you think it is wise to follow somebody who has been to foolish not to tell you these things himself. I am not accusing lord Elrohir as a fool but perhaps you should go to him. If he does not seize this change to tell you how he truly feels then there is nothing for you to do. Now go and make the decision like the woman I know to be hidden inside."
With those words he pushed her away with a lasting smile and she went willingly. Seeking out the garden which seemed to be a place of business tonight. She waited patiently until Elladan acknowledged her and spoke quickly to his twin. She watched as Elrohir lifted up his head and nodded before rising and walking over to her.
He bowed briefly before holding out her hand and saying. "I know of a place where we can be alone. For alone I desire myself to be with you right now. There are things I need to tell you and I will only say them to you when we are alone." She accepted his hand and he led her away to one of the many courtyards overlooking the city.
He waited until she was settled before he asked. "Why did you agree to court prince Legolas?" Her brow furred in anger and she hissed before turning on her heels and making an attempt to walk away. "That is my own choice and by no leave shall I tell you."
His hand upon her upper arm stopped her and she turned when she heard his pain filled voice to see a sad face. "I am sorry I asked such a thing. It was not my intention to cause you hurt. I should not have been so bold, will you forgive me?" She nodded and he released her, walking back to look over the city.
She followed him and a silence descended between them. It was not long before he turned and asked. "Do you mind if I raise the question again? I mean no offence to it but you have me curious." She shook her head before she answered. "He was sincere and still is. And he is honest and that I value most. And perhaps master Elrond is right and it is time for me to settle down."
"But if another suitor has laid claim, would you still have given your consent in this courting?" Elrohir's voice was calm and he looked her in the eye. "Yes, why would I not?"
"Perhaps because there are other elves who can offer you different things then he can. Do not get me wrong, my lady, he is an admirable elf and a very dear friend of mine but some would value other things then what our prince had to offer." Elrohir did not meet her gaze and looked out over the city once more.
"Like yourself you mean?" Alassë answered, catching him off guard. He looked back up and she could see emotions shimmer in his eyes and when he touched her cheek with his palm she found herself lean into the touch and he said. "I have long desired your company, Alassë. As a friend I have had it for centuries and I was always sad to see you go but in my heart I knew you would not go away less you had something to stay behind for. But I find myself desiring your company as a mate." He fell silent after that confession and watched her closely for a reaction.
After a while when she did not say anything he continued. "What I can offer you is love and if you were to desire it, I know you do not, a high place and a loving place within my family. You have known and been part of my family for centuries and you know us, while with Legolas, you do not. In short Alassë, I love you."
Her throat was thick with emotions when she heard those words. Words spoken in centuries before when she sought a home by Elrond and Glorfindel when she was alone at night and afraid and missed her family. She had long desired to hear them again but in a different form and now she had them but what was she to do?
"You do not have to answer for it would be too much to ask just know and remember what I said. The choice is yours now." Elrohir did not smile but the elf did not remove his hand, giving her the change to study him without seeming rude.
He was very different from Legolas but no less beautiful. Dark blue eyes locked into hers and dark brown hair pooled over his shoulders. His face was slightly more tanned then Legolas's and his hands were soft and caring. Used to wielding a sword and herbs used for healing. His lips were parted and she found herself wondering suddenly how it would feel to kiss them.
He cocked his head to the side and she felt heat rise up in her cheeks while he laughed softly. She felt confusion well up within her. Those thoughts had never crossed her mind and Elrohir's laughter died away while he said. "I am not going to embarrassed you further by asking what is making you blush."
She smiled at him grateful for his kindness and he smiled back. He was still caressing her cheek and the smile tinted his eyes in a lighter blue. "What are you going to do now?" She asked. She felt spellbound by him in a way she had never once thought about an elf before but then she could feel Elrohir's arm around her waist as the elf pulled her in a hug.
When she pulled away he was inches from her. She could feel his breath upon her cheek before he smiled and kissed her upon the mouth and he walked away, casting one last look at her. She steadied herself before walking back to the feast, wondering if there were any other distractions tonight.
She agreed to a dance with the king and afterwards found herself stopping in front of Legolas when the elf blocked her way. She found herself studying the elf she had agreed to court and barely heard his question. "Begging your pardon, my lord but would you mind repeating the question? I lost myself in dreams."
He smiled at her and nodded. "I was wondering if you would join me for a walk." She nodded and accepted his hand and left the feast once more. Soon she had her arm hooked through his and she paused before asking a question. "Can a female court two males at the same time?"
Legolas looked at her before he answered. "Yes, if they are of the same rank and she agrees to it." She smiled at him and soon found herself lost in his blue eyes. Blue eyes that held none the colour of Elrohir's eyes but were as bright as a summer's sky. She found herself thinking she would give up everything only to stare in those eyes forever.
She trembled, drawing a concerned glance from Legolas as the prince hooked his arm around her waist in order to steady her. "Are you alright, Alassë?" He asked, his voice hinting towards worry. She nodded, casting her gaze down in order to avoid looking in his eyes.
"Please look at me." He softly said. She raised her eyes to meet his and he asked. "Why are you trembling?" She could barely conceal a smile when she still noticed he still held her around the waist. She was pressed against his chest and could feel the hard muscles hidden underneath the fabric. "I have never found myself in such a position, my lord." She managed, surprised at how steady her voice sounded.
His eyes had darkened slightly with the same heat she could feel in her cheeks up to the very tips of her ears. He seemed uncertain before he asked. "Do you have any regrets about accepting my courtship?" His gaze burned into hers and she placed a hand upon his chest to steady herself and Legolas wrapped his other arm around her waist as well. "No regrets, my lord. I am only a simple elf maiden desiring what every female desires." Why she said those words she did not know but they seemed to please him.
"Well it is a desire best not acted upon unless we are bonded." He finally answered. There seemed regret in his voice and she asked. "Any regrets, Legolas?" This caught him off guard and it was not long before he answered. "I suppose I do. But there is nothing to do about that." She had to agree with him and leaned her head upon his shoulder, his arms tightened around her and his hand was stroking her shoulder.
She trembled again and found herself blushing at the thoughts that entered her mind. How it would feel for his hands to stroke her skin and to make her tremble with desire much like she was now.
"I find myself desiring to kiss you." Legolas's voice was a whisper and she smiled when she noticed it shook. It seemed her arms had a mind of their own when they hooked around his neck and she pulled his head down; expecting a kiss much like Elrohir had given her.
But it was nothing like the kiss Elrohir had given her. She found her body sparkled to life when his lips touched hers and a lighting bolt or so it seemed rang through her. She opened her mouth when his tongue accidentally brushed over her lips and within a moment she knew that she could lose her heart to him.
As Elrohir would be an easy lover, Legolas would be passionate and he would love her like she could love him but she had to allow it to grow. She felt like she floated and in all to short a time he broke away. There was a tender smile upon his face and she knew it to show in her own face as well. "Any regrets?" She whispered and watched him smile as he answered. "No regrets, only desire."
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