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Note to Readers: I am soo sorry for the long awaited update...Real life has been a bit of a challenge for me..I hope this will help out until the next one...By my calculation 5 or so more chappies to go! This chapter is a bit of a filler. After this one the events will be lined out showing vulnerability and discoveries with little hints of what is to come. IT will also cover to the events leading to Haldir and Arlothiyenne's joyous union.


Chapter Fourty-Seven: Reveries and Special meetings

Arlothiyenne's reveries...

For a moment, her heart had stopped. But for her it seemed an eternity. She had went from roaring battle to utter silence in a blink of an eye. She felt her body hit the ground. She heard the sounds of Haldir's panicked pleas. Mumbling of others sounding worried for her. But why could she not open her eyes?

In an instant she felt herself transported. Through time, space, and dimension. Around her it was dark, but she could see the stars. In a flash of light it stopped and all she felt was peace.

Adjusting to the sudden stop of her mind, she looked around to find herself in a room where everything was brightly lit. Colors deeper in shades, the columns holding the ceiling were basked in white light. Looking around more, she found that just off to her right laid a small garden filled with white flowers of every kind. Roses were the most seen there. The greenery surrounding it, deep and fresh. The sky itself seemed a deeper shade of sky blue. No clouds littered the sight.

She sat up slowly still trying to catch her bearings. Where was she?

From the light came a figure. A woman with long flowing honey blond hair, with eyes greener than grass. Her mother. Shelowyn. Sitting up she stared at her.

"Hello my darling daughter." her mother said warmly. "My, you have grown in beauty."

Thinking it a dream, Arlothiyenne quickly wiped her eyes. "Mother?" she said softly. "Have I died?"

"No, my sweet little Arlo. You are recuperating. You have had quite a battle." she said kneeling down beside her daughter.

"Why? I-I do not understand." Arlothiyenne said still confused.

"Worry not. You are safe here." her mother said, reaching out and wiping a stray hair from her brow.

Arlothiyenne went to stand, but found she could not get her bearings straight. "Where am I?" she asked looking at her mother, who to her looked the same as she had when she was young.

"You are in the Healing Halls of Mandos. Recovering. It is where those whose lives so filled with turmoil come to heal before they are either released back to their lives or move onto the sacred lands." Her mother smiled as she spoke.

"I am. I was not expecting this. Was the battle won?' Arlothiyenne asked her mother as if her life depended on it.

Her mother smiled broadly. "Thanks to you and the countless others who have helped in the fight." Her mother reached out and pulled her into a loving embrace. "You were brought here to heal your inner light and your soul. So much energy did you have to use."

"When can I go back? Haldir?" she said almost panicking.

"Worry not, you shall return shortly, but first you must come with me. He is well, but heart broken. But that will not last." Her mother stood and held a hand out for her to take.

Arlothiyenne took it, as she straightened her gown, she looked up. On the other side of the Hall stood a man. Her father Maeolari. Arlothiyenne lit up. "ADA!" she ran to him and into his open arms.

"Ah, my sweet little girl. I have missed you" he said kissing her cheek and squeezing her tight. "We have watched grow with each passing day. We are so proud of you. So are the Valar. You have been so brave."

"Arlo, Maeolari, there is much to do before the banquet." her mother urged.

The Battlefield...

Haldir held Arlothiyenne tightly, the tears flowing down his cheeks. His Arlo, his heart was gone to him. Sobbing he rocked her. "She cannot be gone. It was not to be this way. Oh, my love." he said his heart full of ache.

Celeborn's heart felt as if it had been ripped from his chest. Silent tears fell as he watched his Mighty March Warden reduced to almost nothing. His beautiful adopted daughter now laid there, lifeless and without her light. He reached out a shaky hand and caressed her hair. "My sweet little Arlo."

Rumil and Orophin tried to console their brother, but it was hopeless. Thranduil felt a deep sadness at the sight. A light in the world had gone extinguished. Elrond looked on, understanding the exact feeling that Haldir was. Within him, he heard the voice of his mother in law. 'Elrond, assure them. She is not truly gone, only resting. She will return soon enough. Take care a small army approaches from the south.'

Elrond hearing his mother in law perked up. "She is not lost forever. She is resting.'

Haldir looked up sadly. "There is no breath in her. She is gone, my lord."

Before Elrond could speak, the sound of a bird overhead sounded. Looking up he saw it was one of the Great Eagles, Gwathaine, Gwahir's brother. After a moment of circling the bird landed near him and looked at him. No one heard as a scout approached.

"King Thranduil, my lord." a scout approached silently.

Thranduil looked up. "Yes, scout?"

"Majesty, a small army has been spotted making its way here, they will be here within the hour." he said bowing.

Elrond looked to Thranduil. "Worry not, Lady Galadriel told me of their coming. They are friends."

Thranduil knew never to doubt the word of the Lady, but looked at the Scout. "What flags are they under?" he asked.

"Gondor and Rohan. Majesty, the elf with them is Legolas." Thranduil's eyes lit with pride.

"Escort them in." he turned to Celeborn who had been listening. "Why have they come? They are too late."

"They may be late, but help is needed with the wounded." Celeborn said looking around at the elves going about helping injured. He looked to Haldir. "Son, come now. She needs looking after."

"No. I will not leave her." Haldir snapped out.

Elrond walked to Gwathaine. "What is it my old friend?"

Through mind speak the Eagle answered. 'Gandalf the White and my brother sent me to fetch you. Now as we speak, the new king of Gondor, Aragorn travels by land to Lorien. My brother and cousins carry the two little hobbits that destroyed the Ring and their two kinsmen to Lorien as well. Your assistance is needed."

"Very well, my friend." Elrond said patting the eagle's nose and turning to walk back to the others. The Elf Lord turned to the others. "Soon I must leave. It seems that Gandalf and the hobbits are on their way to Lorien. Frodo is in need of my healing.

Thranduil looked at him a moment. "Worry not, my healers can take care of things here. If you must go, do so." Elrond shook his head.

Behind them the sounds of approaching horses came. All looked up to see the party coming. Legolas dismounted at the same time Eomer did. Thranduil went to embrace his son and Celeborn went to greet the Rohirrim king.

"We are sorry for the lateness of our coming. How can we help?' Legolas said looking at his father and Celeborn.

"It is never too late to help out your kin." Celeborn said before addressing Eomer. "King Eomer. I was saddened by your uncle's passing. He was a good man."

Eomer shook his head, sadness over the loss came clear."Thank you, My lord. Where is she?"he asked looking at the two rulers.

They did not speak, the sadness speaking more words than needed. Celeborn's eyes drifted to his daughter in Haldir's arms. Eomer and Legolas's eyes followed to the sight. "No, she cannot be." Eomer said sadly.

Legolas looked stricken as he found Haldir sitting on the ground holding a girl with a mass of brown hair. He walked over to him. He knelt down reaching out to touch her forehead. Though those there saw no life, Legolas had the ability to see the fea. In his sight, he saw that life still thrived within her. He looked up to Haldir. "Mellon, there is still life within her. I see it. Perhaps you should have her placed into a bed for resting." he suggested.

Haldir looked at him blankly then back down to her.

The Halls of Mandos...

A shining table sat before Arlothiyenne. Beside her was her father and mother and many other elves, all of which whose light shone the brightest she had ever seen. No introductions were made, but the male at the head of the table she knew had to be Mandos himself. His hair silver blond, his features sharply cut, his eyes stormy blue gray. Handsome. He was old, but young at the same time. Wisdom and goodness came through him strongly. Arlothiyenne felt nervous being around him.

The meal before her was of greatness. Meats of all kinds, fruits and vegetables of every type. The food was delicious, the tastes and smells were more pronounced that on earth. One particular dish seemed to stand out. An apple covered with a delightful cream over top of it. Arlothiyenne looked at everyone at the table and noticed she was the only one with this dish in front of her. "Why is it that I am the only one with this dish?" she asked the man at the head of the table.

He smiled brightly. "It is only for those who need a healing in their fea. Eat, you will be restored for your journey home." he said pointing to the plate in front of her.

She looked down at it deciding it was worth the try. Before taking a bite, she asked him, "When will I be able to return home?'

He smiled at her. "Very soon. One bite, you will sleep and then reawaken. I hope your time with us and your parents has been joyous for you?" he asked hoping.

It had been. In a short time, they had caught up on old-times. Discussed her journey. Held each other once more. Said their goodbyes. This banquet it was explained to help her heal enough to go home. The strain of her power's depletion and the events that it had involved had left her so weak, she appeared gone forever. In fact her time here had actually been many days, though it did not feel like it.

After the meal was over, they took her back to the place she had been first found. The Hall of Healing. In the same spot, she sat with her parents. Here in this time and place, she would have thought sleep was not possible, but she was beginning to feel the fatigue more. She yawned and stretched. Her parents only sat and watched as she lay down upon the marble floor. Soon, she was sound asleep. No dreams, no color, no life anywhere.

Upon the field of battle...

Haldir sat in the same spot he had since Arlothiyenne had fallen. His heart still hardened to the fact she was gone. Surrounded by those who cared for Arlothiyenne and him. He caressed her paled cheek wishing she would wake up.

It was nearly dusk, the night stars beginning popping up and the moon beginning to rise.

During the time from the end of battle to now. Elrond had left to return to Lorien and help Frodo. The armies had begun preparing the wounded for travel. The Rohirrim had been quite helpful in burying the dead and helping the injured. Celeborn, Rumil and Orophin with Legolas and Thranduil stayed close to Haldir, hoping for a miracle. And Just when all hope seemed lost. The Miracle came.

The Vala Visits and wakes up Arlothiyenne...

The litter was being prepared for Arlothiyenne to be moved to a tent for the night. Haldir insisted that she be moved and he stay at her side. But there would be no need for it.

In an instant all time stood still.

The night slowly turned brighter, the stars twinkled and blinked rapidly, then descended closer to the ground. A light illuminated the clearing near the group over Arlothiyenne. From the bright light came two shining figures. One male, the other female. Both had silvery blond hair that shimmered like the stars. Their eyes twinkled. Their gown and robes both snow white with shining beads and pearls. The male's clothing only head diamonds along the lapel. The two walked to the small group, softly, quietly, resembling a wisp of wind that caused them to glide.

Those sitting with Arlothiyenne were mesmerized by the shining couple's beauty and countenance. Celeborn and Thranduil bowed, with the others following their lead. Haldir only stared at them a moment, his heart too filled with sorrow, and looked back down at his Love's face which still held no life. Silently the tears gathered there.

The man and woman, bowed to them all. The warmth and love emanated from them heavily. "Weep not our children for no sorrow is needed here." The man said.

The lady came forward. "I am Elbereth and this is my mate and high Lord Manwe. We have come to see how Arlothiyenne fares." she said warmly looking down at the unconscious girl upon Haldir's lap.

Haldir, never looking up speaks, "My Lady, she lives not. There is no breath in her and I fear I shall follow soon."

The Lady bent down and touched his cheek. "Haldir, gallant and faithful you are always. But now, where is that faith? We did not send her to you, for you to lose her so easily. She lives, but only sleeps."

He looked at her confused. Manwe came to stand over them. "Haldir of Lorien, son of Illuvatar, servant to Galadriel and Celeborn. You are a shining warrior, whose one lot in life is that of fighting for peace and protection. Do you not know how special you are?" he asked.

Haldir did not understand. "I am no more special than anyone else. I only live how I was taught."

"Oh, but you are most special. Did you not know that your heart and hers has been destined since the beginning? To give her to you and then take her away is not how we do things." the lady said smiling down at the girl in his arms. "You were chosen to be her guardian. A responsibility we know you will always do well."

"I failed her. I could not save her." he told the lady with teary eyes.

"You did not fail her. Look she lives." she told him pointing to Arlothiyenne who was now breathing softly.

In an instant the sound of a deep breath came from Arlothiyenne. She looked at first as though she struggled but then it eased. Haldir, hardly believing she now breathed felt his heart fill withd utter joy. Those standing near gasped and cried out happily. Haldir held her closer hugging her tight.

Her eyes had not open yet, but moved beneath her lids. Elbereth touched her forehead. "Wake child. And start your new life little one. Our shining child, savior of peace." she bent and kissed Arlothiyenne's forehead. "Come now, open those eyes."

Arlothiyenne's eyes slowly moved more and soon popped open. Haldir smiled down at her and touched her face. "My Love, I am here. I am here." his heart filled with joy more as she reached up and caressed his cheek.

In a small meek voice, she spoke, 'Haldir, meleth nin. I missed you."She looked around at everyone there. "I missed you all." She smiled up at him sweetly.

"I missed you as well. For a time I thought I would fade from losing you." he kissed her lips sweetly. "Your ada is here. Legolas as well. Orophin and Rumil. We have never left your side. Even your old friend, Thranduil. Look." he told her looking up smiling at all there. She looked around, smiling softly at each there.

Celeborn overjoyed his baby girl was back, knelt down and pulled her in to his embrace. "Welcome back, little one." he told her.

She hugged him and then the others. She looked up at the Valar Queen and her husband. "I feel so empty now. What am I to do with my life now?" she asked.

The queen stood over her. "The path of your life is now all your own. You have a strong love beside you. Live, be joyous. Whatever you choose to do now is solely up to you. For the ages to come, people will sing of your bravery, your courage and strength. Fear not the road ahead. We shall look upon you in the future and be proud of you." she waved to all there. "Be at peace now to all of you. The time of Men now comes, prosper, grow and Live with joy in all your hearts. We shall always be with you." then in a moment the clearing darkened and the shining couple was now gone.

Arlothiyenne knew which path she would take. She missed her parents, but glad to have Celeborn and Galadriel in her life. And Haldir, of course. She looked at him, he looked at her with a new light. She held his face in her hands. "I love you." she told him then kissed him sweetly.

"And I you." he said taking her closer to him and hugging her. "I think it is time to get you into a bed to rest. We leave for Lorien in the morning."

She didn't argue. Resting that night was the best she had slept in a long while. She didn't dream or stir. Haldir stayed with her the whole time.

The days to come, would soon prove to be a challenge.


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N/A: Up next you find Arlothiyenne in a bit of an adjustment stage. She will be a bit more vulnerable because of the loss of most her powers. Bear with me...more to come. QUESTION: The epilogue for the ending is a bit too long. Should I make it a short story or a Final chapter? Let me know when you review...Thanks a bunch