*A/n*Woah!!! Amazing! I decided to update the story... wow!*
December 1
What a wonderful day it was. My mother and I went horseback riding. This usually never happens because she is so busy. She told me she pushed aside everything today just to spend time with me! She must have noticed how miserable I have been lately.
It started this morning just a little after sunrise. I was out in the stables brushing Elowen when she came to talk to me. We had talked a little while before we left. She told me she wanted to show me something. She took me to parts of Cathedra I have only hears of, never before seen.
I would have to say that my favorite place we visited today was the waterfall. My mother told me that because it hardly rains in Cathedra, the water from the waterfall is our only source of fresh water. She also said that it was forbidden to all other elves without an explanation why. It was an amazing sight. So tall it was, and the water pounded down on the rocks with such great force that a thick mist filled the trees. Its a wonder I have never noticed it. The waterfall led to a small stream. The water was so crystal clear. So cool and refreshing.
We had stayed there until noon time. We at a small lunch there only consisting of and apple or two. Then we rode off again.
I was surprised that she took me to the forbidden forest. There are many stories about this place. I learned them all when I was younger. They were all about a beast leaving in the woods. That is the so-called reason why the forbidden forest is... well... forbidden.
Actually, it is the exact opposite. It's forbidden so it stays pure. So none of the magical creatures will die. So the ground and water don't spoil. So the air stays fresh.
Today was beautiful. The sun was nearly gone by the time we got home.
It's these kind of days that make me wish I wasn't royalty. I hardly ever get to spend time with my family. I feel as though we hardly know each other. When I think about it, I get a terrible feeling inside. Like a piece of my soul is missing.
However, I suppose I should stop thinking about just myself. I am not the center of the universe.
The sun is completely submerged into the darkness of the night, and I'm afraid that my pitiful excuse of a candle is not emitting enough light for me to continue writing.
-Trinity
December 2
Oh! Something dreadful had happened! Nilannaen has left. She left a note on my pillow this morning when I was out riding Elowen. I came back to my room to change into something more presentable. I'm afraid that a green, rather dusty dress just doesn't fit into 'presentable'. I came back to my room to find a note lying neatly on my pillow. It read;
Dear Trinity,
I know how you must feel to have two of your
closest friends ignore you. That is why I have
left for the remaining amount of time of Legolas' visit.
I thought it would be easiest if I left you a note rather
than telling you face to face. I'm sure you will understand.
I, being your friend for a little over a month, don't want
to interfere with your friendship with Legolas who's been
your friend for many years.
I told him he was very lucky to have you as a friend.
If you really must know where I am, just ask your mother.
She gave me permission to leave. Also, there is no need
to worry about me. I am well equipped with my bow and arrows,
and a few jars of healing herbs you prepared last spring.
-Nilannawen
I feel so terrible. Especially since the last thing I told her was cold. After I read the letter I found myself crying on my bedroom floor. I skipped breakfast, and now I am hungry. It looks to be dinner time.
Trinity
December 2
Legolas sneaked some dinner up to my room. It is against rules to eat in here. We had dinner together. It was nothing but silence and silent sobs.
-Trinity
December 5
I do not wish to have this life. This life of Royalty. I have to many limits. Limits of who my friends are. Limits to what I wear. I have to keep the fact that I dream a secret. I can't go anywhere without being noticed or treated differently. I want to be treated the same. I want to be like everyone else.
I also want to see the lands outside of Cathedra. Lands I have only heard of in tales of the past. Even the land I have seen in Cathedra is small. Just meadows, and ponds, and streams. I never thought of my life bad, but when I think of all these limits, and things I can't do, I begin to wonder.
-Trinity
December 6
I have decided to leave. To leave Cathedra and explore. I know my decision was fast, but... I have not told anyone about my plan. I will leave tomorrow before sunrise. The guards will only think I am going to watch the sunrise. I don't know exactly where I will go. I hear footsteps.
-Trinity.
December 6
It was only Legolas. I have locked myself in my room for the past few days. He came only to check on me. Once I saw him, I burst into tears and kept saying sorry. I told him I was sorry for acting so immature since the day he came to visit.
He also came to tell me he knew where Nilannawen was... to a point. He hadn't caught the name, but knew it was another elvish kingdom not far from here. Only a few days ride.
-Trinity
December 7
Well the day has come. I am in my room preparing for my journey.
My bow and arrows are a must. As well as the four jars of healing herbs I have left. As well as a dagger, a map, Elowen, and my diary. I want to record my journey so a tale can be told. I am now leaving... but what will I say about my bow and arrows. Surely they will get suspicious. My excuse... I am going hunting.
-Trinity.
December 7
Very surprised. No guards. Will defiantly have to bring this up with my parents. Oh well. Easy break for me.
I am now sitting on my most favorite place in all of Cathedra. The western Hilltop. O' do I wish to see the hilltop once more. I'm afraid I do not have much time. I left a not on my pillow, It read:
Dear Mother and Father:
I know what I am doing is not fair to you, or
Cathedra, but it's something I have to do.
If I don't, I don't see the purpose of living. I
have left this morning, before sunrise.
I hope you will understand. I'm not sure when
I will be back either. Give my regards to Legolas
Love Trinity.
Well, I see the warm glow of the sun rising over the lands. I am tempted to stay, but I know I mustn't.
-Trinity.
December 8
It's a complete Adrenaline rush! It was yesterday evening that I reached the outer limits of Cathedra. I am not sure exactly where I am. It seems to be an unmarked territory on my map. It is rather dark. I wish I would have brought a candle with me. I have no common sense sometimes.
-Trinity
December 11
I encountered a band of wondering humans. They were all very nice and inviting. I think we scared each other. I heard them while I was sleeping, crept down the tree I was in and had my bow ready. As soon as they rounded the corner, I sent a bow flying into a tree beside them. I was careful so I didn't hurt/hit them. One of the men had a bow and the arrow nearly hit me. However I quickly moved out of the why. I didn't move fast enough though. The arrow clipped my arm. They fixed up a remedy from so of the healing herbs I brought. Now I have a rather dirty sleeve, and a dirty and blood soaked sleeve. Something tells me that this adventure of mine isn't going to get any easier.
-Trinity
December 15
Nothing new. I've been traveling with the humans. They are simply wonderful. They have been treating me with high respect. I helped with the hunting today. Found I couldn't kill anything so cute. I did have rabbit today. It was delicious. Actually, come to think of it, it was better than any of the food back home.
-Trinity
December 17
I wonder what possessed me to go on my adventure in the middle of winter. Its cold.
-Trinity
December 18
I lost my map.
-Trinity
December 20
There is this girl, 17 years of age I think she said she was. I've been following her most of the time. She is most interesting to talk with. She asks me all about the life of royalty. I told her it isn't anything to look forward to half the time. I ask her all about her life. Her reply, "It isn't anything to look forward to half the time."
Her name is Catherine, and a girl I shall never forget.
-Trinity
December 23
Well, here is the day where we part. We haven't really progressed very far because of the cold winter weather, but I suppose little land is better than none. I haven't a clue to where exactly I am to be going, but Catherine has told me a trail to take. 35 paces east and there should be an open meadow. I then walk north 10 paces and there should be a river. I follow that until I see signs of a town, or a place for me to stay. I think I will start tomorrow because it is late.
-Trinity
December 24
Well, I am at the open meadow, so far to good. Thank goodness it hasn't been cold enough to snow. I picked some wild flowers. Stuffed them in one of my jars that once held healing herbs. It's now empty. If I would have known it would take so much to heal so little, I would have made more. I suppose I should start again.
-Trinity
December 24
Well, I can hear voices, so I am sure that I am not far from some sort of town. I think I took too long in the meadow. It's beginning to get dark.
-Trinity
December 25
I haven't met anyone who knows the land better than Catherine. She was right. Exactly. It was exactly 35 east and 10 north. Amazing. I am staying in a small town, in a small little Inn.
I didn't get much sleep last night. The bed was uncomfortable. I found myself sleeping on the floor. It had more cushion. The people across the way were nice enough to let me keep Elowen in their stables. I must find a way to repay them. Actually, I told them that, and perhaps a little to soon. I have to clean their stables for a week. Ah well, at least I am now living the life I always wanted.
-Trinity
December 27
It seems as though these people never clean the stable stalls. It smelt horrible when I first started. Now it smells like...clean horses.
I heard Nilannawen's flute music in my mind the whole day yesterday. I miss her dearly.
-Trinity
December 30
I met another elf today. Her name is Ivy. Blonde hair, and a dark green. Reminds me of the trees in Cathedra. Woah. Just had a chill while thinking of home. I wonder how my parents are. I wonder what they are doing...
Back to Ivy. She approached me on the streets, grabbed my arm and rushed me behind the stables. She told me "they" they were looking for me. They as in my parents. She shoved a paper with information and a painted picture of me on it. I wonder how long it took for them to make these. I've only been gone for less than a month. I sort of hope she stays with me. She seems interesting. And she probably knows these lands better than I do. But then again, I don't want someone there protecting my every move. But it would also be nice to have someone there to talk to time to time...
-Trinity
December 1
What a wonderful day it was. My mother and I went horseback riding. This usually never happens because she is so busy. She told me she pushed aside everything today just to spend time with me! She must have noticed how miserable I have been lately.
It started this morning just a little after sunrise. I was out in the stables brushing Elowen when she came to talk to me. We had talked a little while before we left. She told me she wanted to show me something. She took me to parts of Cathedra I have only hears of, never before seen.
I would have to say that my favorite place we visited today was the waterfall. My mother told me that because it hardly rains in Cathedra, the water from the waterfall is our only source of fresh water. She also said that it was forbidden to all other elves without an explanation why. It was an amazing sight. So tall it was, and the water pounded down on the rocks with such great force that a thick mist filled the trees. Its a wonder I have never noticed it. The waterfall led to a small stream. The water was so crystal clear. So cool and refreshing.
We had stayed there until noon time. We at a small lunch there only consisting of and apple or two. Then we rode off again.
I was surprised that she took me to the forbidden forest. There are many stories about this place. I learned them all when I was younger. They were all about a beast leaving in the woods. That is the so-called reason why the forbidden forest is... well... forbidden.
Actually, it is the exact opposite. It's forbidden so it stays pure. So none of the magical creatures will die. So the ground and water don't spoil. So the air stays fresh.
Today was beautiful. The sun was nearly gone by the time we got home.
It's these kind of days that make me wish I wasn't royalty. I hardly ever get to spend time with my family. I feel as though we hardly know each other. When I think about it, I get a terrible feeling inside. Like a piece of my soul is missing.
However, I suppose I should stop thinking about just myself. I am not the center of the universe.
The sun is completely submerged into the darkness of the night, and I'm afraid that my pitiful excuse of a candle is not emitting enough light for me to continue writing.
-Trinity
December 2
Oh! Something dreadful had happened! Nilannaen has left. She left a note on my pillow this morning when I was out riding Elowen. I came back to my room to change into something more presentable. I'm afraid that a green, rather dusty dress just doesn't fit into 'presentable'. I came back to my room to find a note lying neatly on my pillow. It read;
Dear Trinity,
I know how you must feel to have two of your
closest friends ignore you. That is why I have
left for the remaining amount of time of Legolas' visit.
I thought it would be easiest if I left you a note rather
than telling you face to face. I'm sure you will understand.
I, being your friend for a little over a month, don't want
to interfere with your friendship with Legolas who's been
your friend for many years.
I told him he was very lucky to have you as a friend.
If you really must know where I am, just ask your mother.
She gave me permission to leave. Also, there is no need
to worry about me. I am well equipped with my bow and arrows,
and a few jars of healing herbs you prepared last spring.
-Nilannawen
I feel so terrible. Especially since the last thing I told her was cold. After I read the letter I found myself crying on my bedroom floor. I skipped breakfast, and now I am hungry. It looks to be dinner time.
Trinity
December 2
Legolas sneaked some dinner up to my room. It is against rules to eat in here. We had dinner together. It was nothing but silence and silent sobs.
-Trinity
December 5
I do not wish to have this life. This life of Royalty. I have to many limits. Limits of who my friends are. Limits to what I wear. I have to keep the fact that I dream a secret. I can't go anywhere without being noticed or treated differently. I want to be treated the same. I want to be like everyone else.
I also want to see the lands outside of Cathedra. Lands I have only heard of in tales of the past. Even the land I have seen in Cathedra is small. Just meadows, and ponds, and streams. I never thought of my life bad, but when I think of all these limits, and things I can't do, I begin to wonder.
-Trinity
December 6
I have decided to leave. To leave Cathedra and explore. I know my decision was fast, but... I have not told anyone about my plan. I will leave tomorrow before sunrise. The guards will only think I am going to watch the sunrise. I don't know exactly where I will go. I hear footsteps.
-Trinity.
December 6
It was only Legolas. I have locked myself in my room for the past few days. He came only to check on me. Once I saw him, I burst into tears and kept saying sorry. I told him I was sorry for acting so immature since the day he came to visit.
He also came to tell me he knew where Nilannawen was... to a point. He hadn't caught the name, but knew it was another elvish kingdom not far from here. Only a few days ride.
-Trinity
December 7
Well the day has come. I am in my room preparing for my journey.
My bow and arrows are a must. As well as the four jars of healing herbs I have left. As well as a dagger, a map, Elowen, and my diary. I want to record my journey so a tale can be told. I am now leaving... but what will I say about my bow and arrows. Surely they will get suspicious. My excuse... I am going hunting.
-Trinity.
December 7
Very surprised. No guards. Will defiantly have to bring this up with my parents. Oh well. Easy break for me.
I am now sitting on my most favorite place in all of Cathedra. The western Hilltop. O' do I wish to see the hilltop once more. I'm afraid I do not have much time. I left a not on my pillow, It read:
Dear Mother and Father:
I know what I am doing is not fair to you, or
Cathedra, but it's something I have to do.
If I don't, I don't see the purpose of living. I
have left this morning, before sunrise.
I hope you will understand. I'm not sure when
I will be back either. Give my regards to Legolas
Love Trinity.
Well, I see the warm glow of the sun rising over the lands. I am tempted to stay, but I know I mustn't.
-Trinity.
December 8
It's a complete Adrenaline rush! It was yesterday evening that I reached the outer limits of Cathedra. I am not sure exactly where I am. It seems to be an unmarked territory on my map. It is rather dark. I wish I would have brought a candle with me. I have no common sense sometimes.
-Trinity
December 11
I encountered a band of wondering humans. They were all very nice and inviting. I think we scared each other. I heard them while I was sleeping, crept down the tree I was in and had my bow ready. As soon as they rounded the corner, I sent a bow flying into a tree beside them. I was careful so I didn't hurt/hit them. One of the men had a bow and the arrow nearly hit me. However I quickly moved out of the why. I didn't move fast enough though. The arrow clipped my arm. They fixed up a remedy from so of the healing herbs I brought. Now I have a rather dirty sleeve, and a dirty and blood soaked sleeve. Something tells me that this adventure of mine isn't going to get any easier.
-Trinity
December 15
Nothing new. I've been traveling with the humans. They are simply wonderful. They have been treating me with high respect. I helped with the hunting today. Found I couldn't kill anything so cute. I did have rabbit today. It was delicious. Actually, come to think of it, it was better than any of the food back home.
-Trinity
December 17
I wonder what possessed me to go on my adventure in the middle of winter. Its cold.
-Trinity
December 18
I lost my map.
-Trinity
December 20
There is this girl, 17 years of age I think she said she was. I've been following her most of the time. She is most interesting to talk with. She asks me all about the life of royalty. I told her it isn't anything to look forward to half the time. I ask her all about her life. Her reply, "It isn't anything to look forward to half the time."
Her name is Catherine, and a girl I shall never forget.
-Trinity
December 23
Well, here is the day where we part. We haven't really progressed very far because of the cold winter weather, but I suppose little land is better than none. I haven't a clue to where exactly I am to be going, but Catherine has told me a trail to take. 35 paces east and there should be an open meadow. I then walk north 10 paces and there should be a river. I follow that until I see signs of a town, or a place for me to stay. I think I will start tomorrow because it is late.
-Trinity
December 24
Well, I am at the open meadow, so far to good. Thank goodness it hasn't been cold enough to snow. I picked some wild flowers. Stuffed them in one of my jars that once held healing herbs. It's now empty. If I would have known it would take so much to heal so little, I would have made more. I suppose I should start again.
-Trinity
December 24
Well, I can hear voices, so I am sure that I am not far from some sort of town. I think I took too long in the meadow. It's beginning to get dark.
-Trinity
December 25
I haven't met anyone who knows the land better than Catherine. She was right. Exactly. It was exactly 35 east and 10 north. Amazing. I am staying in a small town, in a small little Inn.
I didn't get much sleep last night. The bed was uncomfortable. I found myself sleeping on the floor. It had more cushion. The people across the way were nice enough to let me keep Elowen in their stables. I must find a way to repay them. Actually, I told them that, and perhaps a little to soon. I have to clean their stables for a week. Ah well, at least I am now living the life I always wanted.
-Trinity
December 27
It seems as though these people never clean the stable stalls. It smelt horrible when I first started. Now it smells like...clean horses.
I heard Nilannawen's flute music in my mind the whole day yesterday. I miss her dearly.
-Trinity
December 30
I met another elf today. Her name is Ivy. Blonde hair, and a dark green. Reminds me of the trees in Cathedra. Woah. Just had a chill while thinking of home. I wonder how my parents are. I wonder what they are doing...
Back to Ivy. She approached me on the streets, grabbed my arm and rushed me behind the stables. She told me "they" they were looking for me. They as in my parents. She shoved a paper with information and a painted picture of me on it. I wonder how long it took for them to make these. I've only been gone for less than a month. I sort of hope she stays with me. She seems interesting. And she probably knows these lands better than I do. But then again, I don't want someone there protecting my every move. But it would also be nice to have someone there to talk to time to time...
-Trinity