Never had there been a worse birthday. No Slash.

Little Kíli has always had a penchant for trouble yet something about this situation is gravely different: the constant bruises, speaking of sought-out trouble; the all but silent admissions of guilt, lacking silver-tongued excuses. His luster fades as he folds slowly inward and his behavior continues on a downward spiral. What is plaguing Thorin Oakenshield's youngest sister-son?

Fili made Kili a promise, and Thorin made one to them. Family fic - no slash!

Fili and Kili's life, mainly following Fili, from the moment of Kili's birth. I have taken a few liberties with a few things like why their father isn't around and they aren't born on the same day anymore, but I hope you'll forgive that. Also, I was beta-less for this one, so sorry for any spelling/grammar mistakes. Complete. Please review! REVIEWS MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS FOR THE END

When Kili picks up the bow and arrow Thorin hopes that it is only a passing interest that takes hold of his nephew and dismisses the gossip and grumblings of the dwarves. Eventually Thorin feels the need to make the young dwarf choose between Kili's love of archery and his need for approval, which may end with grave consequences. Chapter 4: A/N Update!