Chapter 22:

Thank you to all the people who have continued to read this story, even though i have been slow on updates. I really did want to have this story done before the new year but with school and life that has been impossible. I am currently in search of a Beta for this story, to help me with reading and correcting the chapters, as well as to keep me on time with my update. If you wish to help me with this feel free to message me. Enjoy :)

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Over the course of the next few days, Tauriel barely saw Kili. He would come to bed long after she had retired for the night, and be gone before she even awoke. The only indication that he had been there that night was the fresh white Lilies in the vase on her bedside table each morning.

Whether this had to do with their arguing or for other reasons Tauriel did not know, and she was not about to push him either.

Instead, she focused her time on preparing for their journey to the Greenwood Forest, as well as prepared herself mentally for Thranduil's rath.

She had Illyria working none stop on outfits for the twins to wear that both represented their dwarven culture as well as their elvish one too.

She was impressed when Illyria appeared the day before their departure with two fine sewn garments.

For Thorin, she had made a simple tunic and pants outfit of Blue. The colour of the Royal Family. She had woven in threads of gold and silver into the sleeves and neckline, to add a more elegant touch to them.

For Addonienniel, she had went with a more elvish design. Instead of using a blue fabric to make a dress for the young princess, she had used one of Tauriel's old Guardsman uniforms that could not be repaired. The dress itself was like what Tauriel would be wearing on their journey, green in color and flowed to her feet, however it was laced with tiny white gems that made it glisten in the light. Like her brother, she too had gold and silver woven into her outfit.

What shocked Tauriel the most was that, Balin had appeared behind her carrying a small chest. Inside she found two of the most precious things she would ever cherish. A small hand crafted crown for Thorin, and a small Tiara for Addonienniel.

Balin had went on to tell her that, Kili had requested they be made as he wanted to show off his line of succession with pride.

He then went on to produce another Tiara. This one larger than the other, and made with green emeralds.

"The lad wanted me to give you this too. He also stated that it was your choice if you wore it tomorrow or not." Balin said.

Tauriel took the tiara in her hands, "And where is Kili?"

"He has been in counsel with Dain and his mother all morning. No doubt discussing, things that need to be done while he is gone. Dain will be stepping in for him as acting King." Balin replied. "I can fetch the lad if you wish."

Tauriel shook her head, "No if you could stay with Illyria and the children for a few moments it would be greatly appreciated."

"Of course." Balin said as he placed the chest down onto the table and head towards the children's room.

Tauriel turned towards the mirror in the corner of the sitting room and looked upon her reflection.

Kili always called her the most beautiful creature in all of Middle Earth, yet when she looked upon herself all she saw was a lowly Silvan Elf who had never been anything special. What did he see in her that made her so special. The only thing that even made her remotely different from others of her kind was her vibrant red hair.

Without hesitation she slid the tiara on her head. It didn't make her feel different, but it did make her look different.

The emeralds woven into the golden tiara brought out her eyes so well and the contrasted with her fiery hair.

"It really does suit you." Came a voice from behind her.

Tauriel spun around to find Illyria standing in the doorway of the sitting room with Thorin on her hip.

She smiled and nodded her head.

She then kissed Thorin's cheek before heading out of their chambers and down the long winding staircase to the Halls of Erebor.

Walking through the halls she was greeted with a series of hellos and bows. Most of the people in the mountain had began to accept her presents as well as her future title, but there were still a few dwarves, and dwarf dams that still resented her presents in a Dwarven city.

Still she kept her head high, as she continued her trip to the counsel room.

As she reach it, she could hear Kili's voice echo out of the closed door.

"Lady Tauriel…. Should I announce your presence?" Asked Ori who was standing outside the door.

She nodded and ran her hands over her dress to smoothen it out.

Ori opened the door and cleared his throat before stepping aside, "The Lady Tauriel your highness."

Kili stood up from his place at the head of the table, "What is it? Is something wrong with Thorin? Is it Addonienniel?"

"No they are both fine, Balin and Illyria are tending to them. I just thought i might be included in this council meeting as this is to be my kingdom one day as well." Tauriel said walking towards the table.

Kili's eye flashed to hers and then a smile slide across his face, "Of course love."

Tauriel smiled back before taking the empty seat next to him.

And that was where she remained for the remainder of the meeting listening to Kili and Dain arguing back and forth, and Dis trying to keep the peace between them.

When they were finally finished and Dain and Dis had excused themselves for the night, Kili came to stand beside her.

"I am just assuming, but correct me if I am wrong. Is this a yes to my marriage proposal?"

"It is. But, I don't ever want you to use my love for you to make me do something I do not wish to ever do Kili." Tauriel replied lowering her forehead till it lay upon his.

"I was an idiot, I should have realized i could not control you." Kili replied touching her cheek with the tips of his fingers.

Tauriel leaned into his touch. She had missed it.

"I have missed you." she whispered.

"I know. " Kili replied.

Tauriel gave him a questioning look.

"You talk in you sleep." Kili stated kissing her forehead. "Come."

He took her hand and led her towards the door, "Are the children ready for tomorrow?"

"Yes, all their things as well as ours are packed and ready to be loaded into the caravan tonight." Tauriel replied.

"Good, and I assume that you got the crowns for our children as well?"

"Oh Kili they are beautiful, but you do not need to gift them with fancy things just to show they are yours." she stated as they headed back down the path she had traveled to get to the Council room.

"I do it cause I want them to never want for anything." Kili said. "I grew up always having to sacrifice for the good of my people, because even though we did not rule this mountain we were still responsible for our kin."

"Our children do not need gold or gems, they only need you and I." Tauriel replied stopping him in the middle of the hall. "All I need is you."

Kili smiled up at her, and then pulled her down to his lips.

They stayed there frozen in time, only knowing each other's lips. feeling the others heart beat as their hands traveled over the others body. It was only when they need air did they pull back.

"I love you." Kili mouth before giving her a quick peck on the lips, "come our children await our presence."