Thorin and His Company

by Balin Lord of Moria

A series of drabbles in which Thorin Oakenshield chooses his companions for the Quest for the Lonely Mountain, and they express their feelings about the journey. There's one for each dwarf, plus Gandalf and Bilbo. Told from Thorin's perspective mostly.

10. Glóin the Outspoken

Glóin the Outspoken

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"And you, Glóin," Thorin said next, "How about you? Do you think you can handle this journey?"

"Yes, of course I can," said Glóin, "I will have to leave my wife and son Gimli behind for this quest, but I think it'll be worth it. Of course, Gimli begged to come, too. I became a little angry at his stubbornness, but his mother and I finally convinced him to stay behind and behave. I hope they can forgive me."

"Of course, they will," said Thorin, "They understand what drives Dwarves to do things."

"Thanks, Thorin," said Glóin.

"You are welcome."