Storms forecasted again, so I thought I'd get another chapter up just in case.

Chapter 19--Urgent Requests

Kai arrived in Minas Tirith in two weeks, exhausted and dirty. "I must see my sister and Legolas," he panted. He was taken before the King immediately.

Aragorn gave the weary Centaur a concerned look. "Perhaps you should rest for awhile, Kai," he said. He wondered how Kai had known that Legolas and Jaisia had returned. The messenger would have not even arrived at the village yet.

"No, I have to see them, Lilith sent me and she said to hurry," Kai said. "Please, Aragorn? I must not waste time."

Aragorn gestured to a couple servants. "Summon Jaisia and Legolas here," he ordered. "Have refreshments brought for our guest." They bowed and hurried off.

Soon a servant brought food and cold wine. Kai ate and drank ravenously. Legolas and Jaisia came in just as he finished. He hugged both of them. "I am glad to see you, my brother and sister," he said.

"Kai, what is wrong? Hey!! Did you have twins?" Jaisia asked.

"Yes, colts, but never mind that for now. You and Legolas must come with me. Lilith wants to see both of you, it's urgent. She told me not to take no for an answer. Come, we must hurry," Kai said.

Jaisia was concerned. When Lilith made an urgent summons it meant something important had happened. "Of course, we'll come, right Legolas?" she asked.

"Aye, we'll be ready shortly, Kai," Legolas agreed. They hurried off to gather their things.

Sandi was standing in the hall outside Legolas' room when he came out. "Leaving so soon? What a pity," she said. "I can not understand why you would be in such a hurry to leave when you can stay here and bask in luxury at my father's expense."

"I don't need to bask in luxury here. I could do that at home--my lady," Legolas said. The last word sounded vaguely insincere.

Sandi's eyes narrowed slightly. "Your manners have faded over time, Prince Legolas," she said. "That could get you in trouble."

"Perhaps, farewell, princess," Legolas said and left her standing there.

They paused at Gimli's on the way out. Kai and Jaisia waited outside while Legolas went inside to speak to his friend.

Jaisia looked at Kai. "Why this urgency, Kai?" she asked.

"I think that if you consider it you all ready know," Kai said quietly.

Jaisia hesitated then nodded. She did know and it was exciting and scary at the same time.

**MEANWHILE**

Legolas told Gimli everything and that he had to leave with Kai and Jaisia, but he'd be back as soon as possible. "Keep a close eye on Aragorn and Arwen, Gimli. I fear for them," Legolas said.

"I swear upon my axe and the honor of my clan that I will. Safe journey, Legolas," Gimli vowed.

"Thank you, my friend," Legolas said. He left the house and leaped on Jaisia's back and they left Minas Tirith and headed for the village.

I'll try to get more up if it doesn't storm like it's suppose too. (It's forecasted for storms til Friday!! ICK!!!) R/R everyone!!!