Is this soon enough? Hey Jade, I am interested in a lullaby still, sent you a couple e-mails, but got no answer. Also started a new fiction--Hands Of A Healer if anyone wants to check it out as well--Hint-Hint….
Mental speech in ( blah )
Chapter 27--Serpent In the Dark
The ball was in full swing by sunset and the room was packed. Legolas had retreated to the balcony for a breath of fresh air while Jaisia watched Aragorn and Arwen. It was a beautiful night, stars glittered like millions of candles.
Legolas took a deep breath. It had been stiflingly hot in the ballroom and the mixed scents of the perfumes some of the guest were wearing was nauseating. Soft footsteps sounded behind him and he turned. "Good evening, princess Sandi," he said politely with a bow.
"An elf's ears are indeed sharp, I thought perhaps you would partner me in the next dance, I'm sure father wouldn't mind," Sandi said. "Unless you can not dance, my prince." Her eyes challenged him.
"Of course, my lady, it would be a honor," Legolas said. He offered her his arm and escorted her back into the ballroom. They joined the dancers just as the next song began.
"You are a superb dancer, my last two partners kept stepping on my feet," Sandi said.
"Thank you, perhaps your beauty distracted them," Legolas replied gallantly. He couldn't deny Sandi looked lovely in her yellow silk ball gown.
"A graceful dancer with a honeyed tongue, I'm shocked a woman hasn't snatched you up yet, my prince," Sandi said.
"I suppose I have not found the right woman as of yet," Legolas said.
"And what kind of woman do you search for?" Sandi asked.
"I am sure I'll know her when I find her," Legolas replied.
"Do you find me lovely?" Sandi asked coyly.
"You are very beautiful, my lady," Legolas said. He was starting to wonder where this conversation was leading up too. Just then the song ended much to his relief then Sandi was claimed by a new partner. Legolas retreated to Aragorn's side.
"Sandi is wonderful, isn't she, Legolas?" Aragorn said. "Arwen and I are very glad to have her home."
"It is good she's returned," Legolas said, lying between his teeth.
Aragorn gave him a concerned look. "Are you all right, my friend?" he asked.
"Aye, just a bit stuffy in here, that is all," Legolas said. He managed a convincing enough smile to satisfy Aragorn.
Dinner was a buffet much to Legolas' relief, that meant nothing could be put in the food or drink. He found a quiet place to eat and after a minute Jaisia joined him.
"Are you all right? I can sense you're troubled about something," Jaisia said.
"I think dear Sandi is up to something, but I'm not sure what," Legolas said.
Finally the ball ended and Legolas was able to retreat to his room. Closing the door behind him, he pulled off his boots then headed for the window to open it.
Suddenly there was a hiss, a sharp sting of pain then fire seemed to shoot through his leg. Legolas looked down and saw a tan and black snake--a widow maker!! Their venom was poisonous, paralyzing then killing their prey. Legolas turned and took a couple steps towards the door before his legs gave way. (Jaisia--help, bitten by a widow maker ) he cried mentally then everything went black.
ARRGHHH!!!! Back to cliffies!! What fun!! R/R peoples!!!