Disclaimer: I do not own any of these characters. I simply write of pleasure not personal gain.
Chapter 7: Introductions
Arya's POV
The memories of what happened yesterday were still fresh in my mind. I was sure that there was a connection between Legolas and I and I decided to explore that connection. However the outcome that I had envisioned for myself did not happen. Legolas had rejected me, and I was left with a fresh wound that had yet to heal. How could I have been so wrong about something that felt so right? I was so sure that Legolas felt something for me. Every time he looked at me or brushed past me, I was sure that he felt what I felt.
I wasn't sure how I was going to move forward from here. I still had deep feelings for Legolas and I wasn't sure how to act around him anymore. I wasn't sure how I was going to deal with the pain of seeing him every day and knowing that I couldn't have him. As I buried my face into my pillow I heard a soft knock at my door.
Legolas: "Arya?"
Great. I was going to have to face the pain of rejection much sooner than I had wanted.
Arya: "What do you want Legolas? I'm sleeping."
Legolas: "Clearly you're not sleeping if you're talking to me.
Arya: "Very funny Legolas. However, I really am sleeping and I would appreciate it if you would just leave me alone."
Legolas: "If you would like me to leave you alone, then I can leave you alone. However, I was wondering if you would like to explore the scenery outside of the city wall? I know you haven't had any opportunity to do so."
After a long pause, I decided that it would probably be best to deal with the pain of rejection sooner rather than later. I decided that I was going to explore the outskirts of the city walls with Legolas.
Arya: "Ok Legolas, I'll meet you downstairs in ten minutes."
Once downstairs, Legolas and I began walking towards the city gates. There was no conversation between us, just silence; today was going to be a very long and awkward day. Once we reached the outside of the city walls, I decided I wanted to head towards the huge thundering waterfall. I had only seen it from the top of the city walls but I had yet to see it up close. Finally, we reached a spot near the waterfall, which was lush and full of life. There were birds chirping everywhere, and critters of all sorts moving along the brush of the trees.
Arya: "It's beautiful here."
Legolas: "It is."
I sighed. I was annoyed by Legolas' silence and lack of conversation. How were we going to move past what happened last night if we didn't talk about it? Suddenly out of nowhere, a large branch above me began to shake. Immediately Legolas maneuvered himself in front of me to protect me. Then after a few moments an elf jumped from the tree branch. As Legolas watched the elf, I noticed that he changed his stance. His stance was no longer tense, but rather relaxed.
Legolas: "Feiylen?"
As the elf moved closer, I could see that he had long black hair tied back. He also had light grey eyes and a playful smile. He was the same height as Legolas and was muscular as well. I had to admit, reluctantly, that he was very handsome.
Feiylen: "Legolas, is that you? How are you? I haven't seen you in ages!"
As Legolas left my side, I watched him close the gap between himself and Feiylen. Once Legolas had reached Feiylen, he pulled Feiylen into a warm embrace. Clearly these two knew each other.
Legolas: "I am fine! What are you doing here? I thought you lived with the woodland clan?"
Feiylen: "I decided to come back, my family however, still lives with the woodland clan. I realized a month ago that I missed living in the Eastern Kingdom, so here I am. Who is that with you?"
As Feiylen pointed in my direction, Legolas motion towards me to come forward.
Legolas: "Feiylen this is Arya, Arya this is Feiylen."
Feiylen: "Please to meet you Arya. Isn't your father King Ernoldus?"
Arya: "Yes my father is King Ernoldus."
Feiylen: "Are you not from the Western Kingdom?"
As I stared at Feiylen, I became annoyed. Clearly if he had previously lived in the Eastern Kingdom, he should be informed about who my father was and the location of our kingdom. His pointless questions began to annoy me.
Arya: "Obviously. I find it so strange that you do not seem to know any of this information, yet you use to live in the Eastern Kingdom. Did you lose your memory when you lived with the woodland clan?"
I could hear Legolas behind me take in a sharp breathe. Clearly he was not amused by my sarcasm.
Legolas: "Arya, what is wrong with you?"
As I looked at Legolas, I could hear a howl of laughter behind me. Clearly Feiylen had not taken my sarcasm seriously.
Feiylen: "Forgive me Arya, I should have known better; my apologies to you and the tragedies you had to endure with the loss of your kingdom. Legolas, not to worry, I am actually amused by Arya's sharp tongue. I took nothing personal.
I was surprised by Feiylen's response. Not many people enjoyed my sarcasm, let alone appreciated it. Intrigued by his response, I moved closer to Feiylen.
Arya: "So tell me Feiylen, do you still consider yourself a tame elf or have you become a little less civilized while living with the woodland clan?"
In response to my question, Feiylen moved close enough to me to whisper his response in my ear.
Feiylen: "I consider myself both. Some situations call for a civilized elf and others…not so civilized."
I smiled at Feiylen's response. He understood the rules of my game and played them with ease. As I looked back at Legolas, I could tell that he was not happy with Feiylen's forward response and his proximity to me. After a few moments of silence, Feiylen finally decided to speak up.
Feiylen: "So what are you two doing on this fine day?"
Arya: "We were actually exploring the outside of this kingdom. It is so beautiful out here."
Feiylen: "It is indeed. I actually know a few more places that would interest you, if you do not mind my presence."
Arya: "Of course."
Legolas: "No."
I turned toward Legolas and I could see that he was angry. I didn't understand what his problem was or why he was so upset. However, I decided that his problems were no longer my problems. He had made it clear that he felt nothing for me, so I couldn't see why I wasn't allowed to have any fun.
Arya: "Please ignore Legolas. His undergarments seem to be too tight today and unfortunately have put him in a foul mood. Of course you can join us."
I decided I didn't want to look at Legolas, and instead followed Feiylen. As we walked, I could hear Legolas' heavy footsteps behind us.
Arya: "So where are you taking us Feiylen."
Feiylen: "Well if you must know, behind the waterfall is a cave. It is a little difficult to reach, but it is absolutely beautiful inside."
Legolas: "Absolutely not."
This time I decided to approach Legolas. He was deliberately trying to ruin my fun.
Arya: "What is wrong with you?" I whispered.
Legolas: "Nothing, I just don't think going down to the waterfall is a good idea. It could be dangerous."
Arya: "You're no fun and you're…"
Before I could finish my sentence, Legolas walked right past me straight towards Feiylen.
Legolas: "Feiylen, I'm not sure if you know but it is my responsibility to keep Arya safe. I don't feel comfortable with her near the mouth of the waterfall. I think it would be best if we head towards home.
Feiylen: "Oh Legolas you're no fun! If you don't want to go yourself, I could take her myself and you could watch from up top."
Legolas: "Absolutely not. It was nice to see you Feiylen, I'm sure we will bump into each other again. Arya we should be heading back."
I stared wordless at Legolas. He was ruining my fun and he did not care. I was angry and I decided that I didn't care if Legolas was responsible for my safety; he was not going to stop my fun.
Arya: "I don't think so. I'm going to with Feiylen; you can stay here if you want."
As I walked towards Feiylen, Legolas blocked my path. If he really thought he was going to prevent me from going, then he would be in for a rude awakening.
Legolas: "Arya you are not to go with Feiylen."
Arya: "You may be in charge of my safety, but you cannot tell me who I spend my time with. Step aside Legolas."
Legolas: "No."
Before I could interject, Legolas lifted me and threw me over his shoulder. Without looking at Feiylen, Legolas started heading back towards the castle.
Arya: "Put me down right now!"
Legolas: "No."
I was so angry at Legolas that I refused to speak with him the rest of the way. Once we reached the inside of the castle, Legolas finally put me down. I walked the rest of the way ahead of him without speaking. Once we reached me room, I attempted to slam the door in his face; however he prevented the door from shutting.
Legolas: "I know you're angry with me Arya, and I'm sorry, but I couldn't let you go with Feiylen.
Arya: "Why not. I would have been safe. Are you trying to make my life miserable?"
Legolas: "No," he said quietly. Suddenly without warning Legolas moved towards me. He was literally inches away from my face. Carefully, Legolas tucked a piece of hair behind my ear causing me to shiver. Why did he have to torture me like this?
Legolas: I'm not. I'm just trying to have your best interest at heart."
Arya: "My best interest? Sometimes Legolas, I don't think you even know what that is.
We stared at each other for a few moments. His eyes were so beautiful that I began to lose my train of thought.
Legolas: "Sometimes I think you may be right," he murmured.
Arya: "I would appreciate it, if you left."
Legolas: "If that is what you want."
Without another word Legolas left my room. I could hear two guards take his place outside my door. I was so angry that I punched my pillow. It was already hard enough to know that Legolas felt nothing for me. Every time I saw him, my heart raced and my breathing became shallow. He was so heartbreakingly beautiful, that sometimes it pained me to look at him. I was angry that he didn't want me and I was even angrier that he was trying to ruin my fun. I was having a lot of fun with Feiylen, and he ruined my fun. Sometimes I didn't understand Legolas. As I looked out my window, I sighed.
What was I going to do?
