A/N: On to a new chapter! ^^

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A week had gone by since the future of the ring had been decided and most of the fellowship had been packing, getting ready to leave.

"Well, that path is a definite no," Aragorn said as he looked at a map. They were currently trying to figure out the best place to cross through in order to get to Mordor safely. "We can't go through Rohan until we have news of there. I do not trust that place any longer, though."

"What about Caradhras?" Krystal asked.

"We'll have to if there's no other way," he said.

So, preparing for the worst, they made sure to pack blankets and warm clothes. Frodo kept the mail that Bilbo had given him, on under his shirt. It had been very helpful before, and he felt he was going to need it again.

Krystal and Sam were both in the wide hallway; going through their things and making sure that they had everything packed.

"Ah!" Sam cried. "I've forgotten rope again!" He got up and went quickly around the corner and out of site. Krystal shook her head at him and continued going through her things.

"I'm still missing," She said. "Oh wait, there it is." She pulled her sword out and tied it around her waist.

"Is everyone ready?" Aragorn asked as he walked into the hall.

"I think Sam's gone to get rope," Krystal said. She picked up her bow and put it around her shoulder.

"So," Isabella said as she walked over. "We'll have five archers on our quest?" Krystal nodded. Sam ran back over and put some rope into his pack. When everyone had arrived, they went outside where Elrond bid them farewell.

"Remember," He said. "You must not be seen by any if possible. The elves will have gotten messages by now and if you seen any, do not hesitate to get their attention if needed. They will surely be glad to help you on your journey. By no means are any of you to wander off alone. The Dark Lord has many spies, worse than Orcs. And ever fear the Nazgŭl, who will be on their watch for you." They all said goodbye and set off on the path towards Caradhras. The sun was just rising, and Krystal looked back at Rivendell for the last time, as she had so many times before.

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A/N: Hah hah, suspension. Sorry, please don't kill me, Mithril! ^^; More to come soon!