A/N: Okay, this is probably a bit cliché, what with the Evenstar and all,
but I need to establish ties between Melian and Celebrian. Besides, maybe
all the important Elves had a necklace or something. That's what I believe
would make sense, so DON'T FLAME ME!!! By the way, this chapter HAS to be
this short, because it only has one purpose, and unless you really want me
to drag on and on about the feast, where they really aren't talking about
anything of interest.. you get the idea. PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! REVIEW!!
Chapter Four Inside the small wooden box, on dark green fabric, lay a necklace. It was like silver, but more beautiful. In the shape of a heart, it was rich with intricate carvings. "It's beautiful! What is it made of?"
"Mithril. I have something else to give you as well. Will you come to my study?"
Melian stood and followed Master Elrond. What else did he have for her?
When they entered his study, he led her to the back of the room, where, between two bookshelves, was a trunk. It was large and wooden with a lock that seemed to also be made of mithril.
Elrond took a key out of his pocket, which was obviously the key to the trunk, as it was made of the same material as the lock. Once ajar, Melian stepped forward to look at the trunk's contents. Inside, lying on the same green cloth was a bow and quiver.
The bow and arrows were those of Lothlorien. The bow was ebony with golden markings in the middle and at each end. The arrows were thin and straight, with arrowheads so sharp, they would pierce the strongest armor.
Melian was somewhat startled. Why would she have need for such items? As though he had read her mind, Elrond said, "These were mine when I was young. It is a strange gift, but these are dark times, and you wander from Imladris quite often. Your mother's sword is in Lothlorien, if you feel you have need for it. I have given your sister a weapon as well, so you are not alone in the receiving of such a peculiar gift."
"I hope that these gifts shall not be needed, but I thank you Father."
"We shall both hope. Now, shall you accompany me to dinner?"
"I shall."
With that, they left for the dining hall. Melian's spirits were high, and she hummed as she walked. The tune was slow and yet lively, as well as romantic. It was a love song* that Arwen had taught her when she was very young. Arwen had learned it, from their mother. This was the song Celebrian had sung while walking through the woods of Lothlorien. That was when Elrond had first laid eyes on the daughter of Galadriel and Celeborn. He had fallen in love with her, and she with him all in the same day. Melian couldn't help but believe that the quickness of the event was exaggerated, as she did not believe in love at first sight, but she didn't mind.
Master Elrond immediately recognized the ballad and was amazed. He had not known that anyone in Imladris knew that song, for it was never sung. "Where did you learn that, Melian?"
"From Arwen, who in turn learned it from Mother."
"I had thought that song had long since left Middle-Earth! As I have not heard it of late, I am led to believe that few know it anymore."
"Few indeed. Father, please, tell me you will not make me sing it in the Hall of Fire."
"If you so wish then I shall not. However, we have a feast to attend, so we will not think of later events now."
They had finally arrived at the dining hall. During the feast, Melian spoke with Halbarad again, and found out more about him: how long he had traveled with Aragorn, heard a few stories of his travels, and in turn, she told him about herself. She told him things that she usually would keep to herself, but there was one thing she did not tell him, fearing it would steer him away, or make him think she was weak. Ignoring the uneasiness she felt about not telling him, they were able to become fast friends. After the feast, Melian went to her chamber to enjoy a good night's sleep, and think once again about the events that had passed throughout the day.
* - You'll probably hear her sing the song later. I'm working on the lyrics, but I'm VERY open to suggestions as to what should be in it. Please tell me in reviews!
Thanks for the reviews! Keep 'em coming, cause if you don't, I might cry, and maybe stop writing!!! Yes, I am that cruel, as I have gotten VERY few reviews of late :). Sorry about how short this is!
Chapter Four Inside the small wooden box, on dark green fabric, lay a necklace. It was like silver, but more beautiful. In the shape of a heart, it was rich with intricate carvings. "It's beautiful! What is it made of?"
"Mithril. I have something else to give you as well. Will you come to my study?"
Melian stood and followed Master Elrond. What else did he have for her?
When they entered his study, he led her to the back of the room, where, between two bookshelves, was a trunk. It was large and wooden with a lock that seemed to also be made of mithril.
Elrond took a key out of his pocket, which was obviously the key to the trunk, as it was made of the same material as the lock. Once ajar, Melian stepped forward to look at the trunk's contents. Inside, lying on the same green cloth was a bow and quiver.
The bow and arrows were those of Lothlorien. The bow was ebony with golden markings in the middle and at each end. The arrows were thin and straight, with arrowheads so sharp, they would pierce the strongest armor.
Melian was somewhat startled. Why would she have need for such items? As though he had read her mind, Elrond said, "These were mine when I was young. It is a strange gift, but these are dark times, and you wander from Imladris quite often. Your mother's sword is in Lothlorien, if you feel you have need for it. I have given your sister a weapon as well, so you are not alone in the receiving of such a peculiar gift."
"I hope that these gifts shall not be needed, but I thank you Father."
"We shall both hope. Now, shall you accompany me to dinner?"
"I shall."
With that, they left for the dining hall. Melian's spirits were high, and she hummed as she walked. The tune was slow and yet lively, as well as romantic. It was a love song* that Arwen had taught her when she was very young. Arwen had learned it, from their mother. This was the song Celebrian had sung while walking through the woods of Lothlorien. That was when Elrond had first laid eyes on the daughter of Galadriel and Celeborn. He had fallen in love with her, and she with him all in the same day. Melian couldn't help but believe that the quickness of the event was exaggerated, as she did not believe in love at first sight, but she didn't mind.
Master Elrond immediately recognized the ballad and was amazed. He had not known that anyone in Imladris knew that song, for it was never sung. "Where did you learn that, Melian?"
"From Arwen, who in turn learned it from Mother."
"I had thought that song had long since left Middle-Earth! As I have not heard it of late, I am led to believe that few know it anymore."
"Few indeed. Father, please, tell me you will not make me sing it in the Hall of Fire."
"If you so wish then I shall not. However, we have a feast to attend, so we will not think of later events now."
They had finally arrived at the dining hall. During the feast, Melian spoke with Halbarad again, and found out more about him: how long he had traveled with Aragorn, heard a few stories of his travels, and in turn, she told him about herself. She told him things that she usually would keep to herself, but there was one thing she did not tell him, fearing it would steer him away, or make him think she was weak. Ignoring the uneasiness she felt about not telling him, they were able to become fast friends. After the feast, Melian went to her chamber to enjoy a good night's sleep, and think once again about the events that had passed throughout the day.
* - You'll probably hear her sing the song later. I'm working on the lyrics, but I'm VERY open to suggestions as to what should be in it. Please tell me in reviews!
Thanks for the reviews! Keep 'em coming, cause if you don't, I might cry, and maybe stop writing!!! Yes, I am that cruel, as I have gotten VERY few reviews of late :). Sorry about how short this is!