Chapter 10

I glanced at him after I professed my love and watched as his smile widened, placing his hands on each side of my face he pulled me into a passionate kiss. Breaking a part I held my breath in hope, 'I love you too.' he murmured and I felt my face break out into a grin and my heart burst.

'Good.' I state with a happy grin as he chuckled and pulled me in for a kiss

'Samantha, I cannot say how blessed I feel that I have your love.' Legolas states when we pull apart, 'I never imagined that upon taking up the task to destroy the One Ring that I would find love along the way.'

'I too did not think this would happen and I am glad we became more than friends and gave this a chance.' I reply smiling up at him

Both too happy to speak, we stared at each other grinning like a bunch of teenagers. Love! What it can do to you to make even the worst of times the happiest. When we finally left the courtyard, there was a connection between us. It wasn't from us holding hands but something more- less tangible.

At dinner, we found out that both Eowyn and Merry had a woken and were resting now; much to the relief of everyone. Pippin and Eomer were missing from the table, both with the people they cared for. It was mostly a somber dinner; everyone was thinking about the plan for tomorrow.

'So.' I state when we got back to the room, I was planning to make sure we enjoyed tonight because I knew that Legolas as well as the others were under a lot of pressure. They were walking to their deaths by the plan that they chose and technically while I may know the outcome, it doesn't help my own worries of what if one of them did not make it; especially Legolas.

I had us make a detour to the kitchens to grab a bottle or two of wine, to help us unwind…or I guess me since Elves have a high tolerance… yeah I didn't think this through all the way.

'Can you help me open this?' I state motioning to the bottle of wine in my hand.

'Of course.' Legolas states softly and upon pouring two glasses I dragged us into bed with a fire blazing and a bottle of wine between us.

'Oh wait! I forgot one more thing.' I state draining my glass and scrambling out of bed. I had almost forgotten!

'What did forget my love.' Legolas states confused

'Hold on.' I stated digging into my pack, pulling this out, pushing another to the side, 'Ah Ha! I almost forgot all about it.'

Turing to him I held out my non-useful cell phone. It felt rather strange to have in my hand and it was a little scary that I even began to forget I had it.

'What is that?' Legolas states as I climb into bed

'My phone. It's too hard to explain right now.' I state waving him from asking another question, 'Tonight is a special night. In these moments, it's when I wish I had my technology. I know I don't make much sense but, I don't know if a phrase like this means anything to you but, music…. It sets the mood.'

'Music… does set the mood. Certain music is played while eating and then it changes afterwards.' Legolas replies but still lost on what it had to do with my phone or this moment.

'I don't want to pry but…. oh, just let me find it. I don't know how long my battery will last.' I reply turning my phone on. Scrolling through I find the song I was looking for and set it on the night stand waiting for the song to begin. I watched as his face lit up hearing the orchestra music come from my phone. I pour more wine for myself as I allow him to listen to the music without any interruptions.

I smirk watching his eyes close, absorbing the music. Of course, he would love Pride and Prejudice music. I take another sip of the wine trying to the get to a nice buzz while my thoughts wandered about the music and the movie and then of course…how very far away I felt from home.

No! Don't thing about home, you're trying to set the mood god damn it!

'This is…. very nice. Thank you.' Legolas murmurs softly to me as the song ended. 'That is a fascinating object perhaps you could tell me more about it sometime?'

I leaned over and planted a kiss on him before replying, 'Of course. Anything for you.'

'I have many questions but I understand what you meant. This is a nice touch to have in such an intimate environment.' Legolas replies looking at me longingly.

He was finally getting it. I smile and finish my glass, 'Yes, helps set the mood doesn't it.' I retort sending him a wink.

I lean over and slowly as we kiss I get him to lean back on the bed with me hovering over him. Looking down at him I knew that all that has happened to us was meant to be and now, more than ever. I wanted him. I didn't know if he would agree but…girl had to try. I looked into his eyes and seeing fire burning; I push our borders just a little farther.

Leaning down and wavering just above his lips for a second or two before brushing up against them only to pull back up I smirk down at him. I shift the dress to pull up past my thighs, allowing me to straddle him I smile when I feel his hand glide over my exposed thighs to grip my waist.

'Stop me if I shouldn't.' I whisper down into his ear before trailing kisses down his jaw, reeling when I hear a moan escape his lips. Settling my hands above him I set the motion.

We tangled ourselves in the sheets while kissing and I couldn't tell you when but we switched places. His erection pressed hard against me, as he was trailing kisses down my neck and it was literally taking every ounce of strength to control myself.

He paused, turning to lay on his side; take a moment to catch his breath. 'Samantha.' Legolas states with a husky voice, 'Before we continue down this path. I wish to say something first.'

'Sure, what is it?' I reply trying to take deep breaths to calm my desires.

'The last few days I have thought much about the future. If there is a future to plan in this War. Leaving tomorrow in what could possibly my death, makes me think of us.' Legolas began smiling at me before continuing

'I cannot express how happy I am that we are together and I got to experience love in my lifetime. I never put much thought into what it meant to love someone but upon meeting you, you changed that. For Elves, you only truly love once in your life and sex is sacred.' Legolas states softly as he traced swirls down my arm.

'Yes, I am aware. You know I love you.' I state with a smile

'If I should not survive this I do not want to regret anything. Up until this point I have not pushed our relationship to be a physical one, but now with the decision to march to Mordor….' Legolas became

'I know.' I whisper softly, 'Do not let your mind think of the worst, but of what possibilities the future might have should Frodo and Sam successfully destroy the Ring.'

'I could never put you in a corner to promise yourself to me, in the reality that I die. However, should I return to you, I would like our relationship to continue with our promise today.' Legolas states softly

'Oh…. Legolas, you know that I don't want anyone else but you.' I state touching his arm. 'You already have my promise and I will see you after this battle.'

His face lit up at my promise and we were back into the heat of it all. Unnoticed to both the music had stopped and the phone from another World died, never to turn on.

with clothes flung around the room we collapsed next to each other trying to bring our heart rate down. Oh, man! For all the time, I've been waiting…. It was worth it. I loved him and I wanted more; not just a physical relationship but a committed relationship with a goal in mind.

'Love you.' I state after we both had cleaned up and dressed

'I love you.' he replies pulling me to him underneath the cover and laying his head on my chest, 'I do not like that I am leaving you.'

'Nor I but you must.' I reply rubbing his back and staring at the ceiling

I dozed off for a bit until waking suddenly to fingers making patterns on my back. It was still night and I sighed in relief knowing that he wasn't leaving yet.

'What are you doing?' I asked stifling a yawn.

'Memorizing every part of you.' He replies with a piercing gaze

'Oh, thanks?' I state earning a very dramatic eye roll, 'How long have I fallen asleep?'

'An hour.' Legolas murmurs leaning over so he was above me.

Distracting me, I look up at him and wrap my arms about him bringing him down for a kiss. Returning the kiss and lowering himself completely the fire of passion ignited and we couldn't keep our hands off each other. Sliding my shift out of the way we made love once more. More passionate and in need then the first and when we peaked over the edge together. We were left panting and out of breath once more.

'I do not think I could ever tire of loving you.' Legolas whispered brushing my hair away from my face

'Thank you, nor I you.' I reply with a happy smile.

We cuddled on the bed and spent the rest of the night talking, laughing and trying to make the most of the time we had. When the sun began to rose we, both washed and I changed into my cream dress and watched as he put on his traveling gear and strapped on his sword and bow. He was very handsome in his get up, making me want to rip it all off and have my way with him.

'What is amusing?' Legolas states breaking me my thoughts

'Huh?'

'You have this funny look on your face.' Legolas replies walking up to me

Looking up at him I smile at him, 'Oh…. I was thinking of how handsome you looked right now.' I began sliding my arms up his side and standing up, 'wishing that I had enough time to have my way with you.' I finish giving him an evil grin.

He responded with a low growl and kissed me before he would respond, 'I wish we had more time as well.' sighing he wrapped his arms around me and our heads touched. Nothing was said… and nothing needed to be said. We both were trying to absorbs as much as we could before he left.

Pulling apart I smiled up at him, 'come we should join the others. I want to say farewell to them as well.'

He nodded and picked up his gear and we walked out the door leaving behind promises and an object no longer caring the value it once had.