Silver Jaws
By tHe InSaNe OnE
AN- *begs for forgiveness* *again* I am sorry, I've had a hard time. I couldn't get this chapter done right, and when I DID get it done right, I wasn't by a computer for nearly two days. Do you realize what that means? I didn't get to post, and I know you are all ready to kill me. I beg you to forgive me first, and then maybe just torture me mildly.
Um, lessee. Yes, this is the last chapter of the story, and actually the longest. Before any of this was typed, it was about seven pages, and no, my font isn't enormous.
I do have other stories in the making but I don't think they will be out for a while. School is starting back up Monday, and I have a totally different schedule which means I am going to get lost at least once. Either that or I will just die. One of the two. I'd say it will be two weeks before I post my next story. The next two will be short little things. I might put a slight summary of the first one down at the bottom.
*hugs each and every person that ever reviewed* Thank you so very much! *gapes* 129 reviews! AHHHHHHH!! THAT'S A LOT! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Thank you ten times over and ten times over that and ten times over that even! ^_^ It makes me so happy.
Anyway, I love you all, I'm not sure if I stressed that enough. Also I would like to thank Aralondwen for how much she helped me with this chapter. She nearly wrote it for me, so for that *hands a bouquet of roses and an entire LOTR plushie set* Thank you so much for your help, nin mellon. I would still be writing this chapter if it weren't for you.
One last thing to my reviewers, *hands everyone a plushie of every character that appeared in this fic* A final thanks. You all are great. Well, I'll shut up. Enjoy.
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Something was hovering over me, something bigger than me. It was large, shadowy and formless, or maybe my eyes were playing tricks on me. Opening my eyes a bit more, I tried to focus on the creature once more. The shape morphed and shifted, soon taking the form of an elf, and a rather familiar elf on top of it all.
"Ada?" I croaked out. My voice was barely a whisper, but Ada heard it. He smiled gently, sitting down on the edge of my bed.
"Yes, Estel, it is I," he said gently, resting a cool hand on my head. I blinked sleepily at him, trying to get my wits about me. "I'm glad to see you awake, nin ion."
I yawned, vaguely attempting to recognize my surroundings. Memories lurked at the back of my mind but they were blurry. Where was I and what had happened? I didn't have long to dwell on it before there was a loud banging sound. Ada looked up, annoyance crossing his face.
"Elladan! Elrohir! I have heard oliphaunts who make less noise!" he hissed. Ono and Toro? What were they doing here? Weren't they in Mirkwood visiting Prince Legolas?
"Is he awake?" Elrohir's disembodied voice asked. He sounded worried and slightly out of breath. What had he and Elladan been up too?
"Yes, he is. Do I need to stress the fact that he's been through a lot and it would be nice if the two of you were just slightly less rambunctious?" Ada sounded angry. I didn't understand what all the fuss was about. Perhaps I was ill or something, and he wanted me to rest.
Elrohir appeared next to me, his eyes filled with tears. Before Ada could stop him and before I could say a word, he had gathered me up in a tight hug. I yawned again, leaning into his embrace because I was too tired to do anything else. Elladan suddenly appeared, and he pulled both of us into his arms. His head was resting on my shoulder, and it almost felt as though he was trembling. No, it was probably just my imagination; why would Elladan be shaking?
"I am so glad you are awake, Estel," whispered my eldest brother. I was confused. I must've been sick but I couldn't remember falling ill. Someone please tell me what happened.......
Elladan released me reluctantly as did Elrohir, and I sank back onto the numerous pillows arranged on the bed. I must've been pretty ill or the two of them would be teasing me instead of loving on me. I looked up at both my older brothers, trying to smile. Elrohir sniffled, and rubbed an arm across his eyes but he returned the smile in a half hearted fashion. Elladan, however, had turned away, and he was clearly crying.
"Well, you've taken a couple thousand years off my life, Estel," Elrohir declared, grabbing my hand and pressing it tightly between two of his. "So, if we add it to the other hundred times you've scared me half to death, I'd say I'm going to be a very feeble, old elf soon."
"Yeah, I guess so," I responded weakly, squeezing his hand. I looked at Elladan, who had not turned around yet. I wanted to hug him, and tell him not to cry, but I was immobilized for the moment so I decided to do the latter.
"Don't cry, Ono, I'm okay," I said, softly, knowing that his elf ears would pick it up. He shuddered, and turned to face me, tears still making trails on his face.
"I know, Estel." A wicked twinkle settled into his eyes. "But if you ever do what you did again, you will not be so 'okay' when I am through with you."
"Alright, you two, I do believe you have exhausted your brother enough with your antics," Ada said, standing up to shoo them out. He had let them stay for more than five minutes without saying a word, which was unusual. If it had been a normal situation, which I had already decided it was not, he would have sent them out before they could disturb me either mentally or physically. He didn't want them to slow my healing in one way or another with their strange sense of humor.
The two of them did not protest, which was unusual as well. Elrohir squeezed my hand once more, before backing up. Elladan gave me one last quick hug, and they both disappeared out the door. Ada sat down beside me again, putting a hand against my cheek.
"Your fever is nearly gone," he said, sounding pleased. He stroked my face gently, looking at me in a strange way. "Estel, I am so glad you are awake. I was very worried about you."
"What happened?" I grumbled, tired and still rather ill feeling and disgruntled. Ada smiled gently, pulling one of numerous blankets, over me.
"Do not worry about that now, nin ion. Just rest," he soothed. "You'll know later."
I sighed, deciding not to argue. I didn't have the strength to as it was. So, instead, I closed my eyes and fell back to sleep.
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Three days later............
I had read the book before, but it was the only one I could find in the room, so I read it over. It was good enough to read more than once, but some parts were too boring to read over so I skipped through to my favorite parts. The thrill of adventure, among other things, was very much present in these parts. The parts with romance were skipped over most of the time.
I knew what happened. I had to nearly throttle Toro but I managed to get it out of him. My leg was still bandaged, and probably would be for the next few eras. I was going to die with my leg bound up. Die, bound and locked in my room forever. I had come to the decision that when I reached home, Ada was never going to let me out of my room again. He would post a guard, put a small slot in the door and use it to feed me three times a day and, he would have a servant take the chamber pot away once in a while. He would visit me when he could, ask how I was, and talk about the twins latest antics. But, I would be stuck there, forever and ever.
Why me?
I was deeply engrossed in my thoughts, and was startled when I heard the door open. I knew it wasn't my brothers or Ada because they were all being forced to relax by King Thranduil's best healer. I had already spoken to the king and he seemed like a nice elf. That could have been because my father was in the room and because I was still ill.
"Do you mind if I come in?" I shook my head, and a blonde elf stepped in. He was dressed in light clothing, a green tunic and loose brown trousers. His hair was hanging down, even his warrior braids, which meant he wasn't planning on leaving the castle. Being lazy, unusual for an elf. A small gold circlet rested on his brow, and I knew who he was. Legolas, prince of Mirkwood, the elf I owed my life too. Greeaaattt....
"Well, it's nice to see that you are moving by your own power. I was worried that you might never move again." He was trying to start up a conversation. I didn't know what to say, so I stared at him dumbly. He seemed unfazed, and moved swiftly to my bedside, sitting carefully in the chair. That's when I noticed that he had a tray in his hands. The food made me feel nauseous and I turned away.
"I know you don't want to eat. Your brothers informed me of such but I was told to force it down your throat if I had to," he said mischievously. King Thranduil had said that the twins had ruined poor Legolas. I was beginning to believe him.
"I thought I was going to get away from them when they were put on bed rest," I muttered, placing the book on my bedside table. Wasn't going to ruin a good book if my stomach decided to revolt
"I used to think that too," he replied, offering me the tray. I took it unwillingly, looking for something that wouldn't hurt too badly when it came back up. The prince looked thoughtful, "When we were young, I suppose about five hundred; we went on a hunting trip together. We got attacked by orcs, and I was hurt, not very badly but the wound had a rather uncomfortable poison in it." He shrugged extravagantly and sighed. "They were on my case for weeks."
"Sounds very familiar," I mumbled, nibbling on a biscuit.
"Yes, I'm sure." He watched me carefully as I ate a little more, and drank a bit of water. "Eat a bit more. Just some of the broth, it's not harsh on weak stomachs."
I pushed the tray away as a sign of refusal. He frowned, taking the food away, and placing it in his lap. "Don't make me force you. I will."
"You sound like THEM," I commented sourly.
"My father says that sometimes. In the same tone too," Legolas answered casually.
"I know; he was the one who warned me about you."
Legolas laughed, grinning wickedly at me the whole time. I scowled at him, having the strangest feeling that I was suddenly receiving a new brother.
"We haven't even been formally introduced and yet you," I put special emphasis are the last word, "are acting like you know me quite well." I rolled me eyes. "Elves, thinking because I haven't come to age in their years that I am still a baby."
"You are, Estel," Legolas replied, stifling a giggle. He offered me the bowl of soup. "Now, eat up young human. Come now, only children refuse."
Glaring, I refused the bowl. I stuck out my hand and said rather quickly, "It's nice to meet you too, master elf. My name is Estel, son of Elrond. I have heard a lot about you from the twins."
Legolas looked startled at first, but he soon enveloped the offered hand in his own. "Well, if you must be so formal, master human, I will humor you. That's only because you are still ill. It's nice to meet you conscious and not feverish. I am Legolas, son of Thranduil. No formalities please, I despise being called Prince Legolas by those I consider my friends."
"What ever you say, my lord," I answered impishly, taking the bowl and carefully sipping the soup. Legolas scowled, but it didn't reach his eyes. I gave him my best innocent look, knowing that I not only had a friend, but a friend like my brothers. Haha, and Ada thought that I couldn't have any more bad influence.
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A week later...........
I leaned on the railing of the balcony, willing the world to stop spinning. I was not going to go back to bed. Not for all the money in the world. If I had to drag a chair out onto the balcony and then lock the doors to keep certain elves away from me, I would do it. Inside was getting stuffy, and the outside air was a blessing. So, maybe I wasn't ready to be out of bed. I really couldn't care less. It was nice and cool, and there was a slight breeze blowing. The many smells of autumn met my nose, relaxing me slightly. Perhaps, relaxing me a little too much.
I yawned, now more draped over the banister, than leaning on it. I was never going to get my endurance up again at this rate. I could barely walk out here from my bed without feeling like I had run several miles. I scowled at no one, feeling incredibly frustrated as well as tired. No, not tired! They would not get me back into that bed.
Below the balcony was the garden. Autumn flowers were in bloom and the smells of other plants came from that area. An elf was standing in it, seeming very content from what I could tell. Lucky little beast, him down there, and me stuck up here. Four weeks of being locked in this room was making me claustrophobic. So, I wasn't awake for the first two and a half, a week and a half of being bedridden with very little entertainment was far from amusing.
I leaned over the edge a little more, trying to identify the blonde elf below me. He looked vaguely familiar, but my blurry eyes had a hard time sending the image to my fuzzy head. Blonde hair, royal clothing; I slipped over the edge just a bit more, and a name for the person came to mind. Just in time too, because I had gone a little too far, and lost my balance.
"AIIIIIIEEE!" I yelped, tumbling over the edge, towards a fifteen foot fall.
This was going to be highly unpleasant.
The elf looked up, a bit surprised it seemed. I think he was even more surprised when I landed right on top of him.
"Mmph," grunted a very unhappy elven prince. I responded with some mixture of a groan and a sigh. My luck never seemed to change.
With some work, Legolas pushed me off of him. He shook his head clear, taking in the situation very quickly. He looked up at the balcony where I had been, then down at me. I grinned weakly at him from my position on the ground, hoping that I hadn't broken any bones in the fall. It was the last thing Ada needed.
"I won't ask how that happened," Legolas said finally. He got to his feet, and slowly helped me to mine. I flinched as my leg throbbed unmercifully. He settled me settle on a bench, and suddenly, he was looking rather amused.
"That's two you owe me," he commented, taking a seat.
"What?" I exclaimed, counting on my fingers. "That's only one!"
"Two," he corrected, holding up his hand. "One for finding you and bringing you to my father's halls and two, for keeping you from breaking your neck just now."
"Ah! But remember the warg?" I asked slyly. His countenance had a sudden startled look. "Didn't think I would remember? I do, so, I believe, master elf, that I only owe you once."
"Twice," he said again, "because I will not tell your brothers or your father what just happened." I scowled at him as a smug look crossed his face. Ah, but I had a wild card still.
"Once, because I don't plan on telling any of your friends about the warg incident," I retorted, "unless you wish me to go tell them now. I'm sure they would find it highly amusing that a human has faster reflexes than an elf."
"Alright, fine then! One it is," Legolas said with a laugh. I chuckled a bit myself. "Though I suppose you will have to start paying me back."
"How?" I questioned apprehensively. The prince had a sense of humor similar to my brothers'. This could be bad.
"Well, as long as you are on your feet," he responded with a twinkle in his eye. "We can start practicing with your shooting skills. From what I here, you need some serious practice."
Who had told him about that incident? It was my fault that Glorfindel had gotten in the way! I put a hand to my head, letting out a fake moan.
"Oh, no, not yet, my lord," I pleaded, "I am far too weak to take on such a task." This only made him laugh.
"Really now?"
"Positively, master elf. In fact, I think it'd be best if I went back to bed right now."
"And to think, you were the same child who was insisting that you were strong enough to get out of bed only yesterday," he mused.
"That was before I fell off the balcony," I replied, wincing as my leg complained. It was getting more and more painful by the second. "And I am NOT a child."
"True, true." He was helping me back to my feet as he spoke. "Well, you poor weak thing, let's get you inside before any of your family notices your absence."
I groaned, "Elbereth, if they do, there will be hell to pay."
"Oh, don't worry, we'll come up with some excuse."
"Whatever you say, evil elf."
"Crazy human."
And we laughed all the way back up to the room.
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That's the end. And I must give a quick lament *cries* for Haldir at the bottom. Much apologies to anyone who has yet to see the movie. The books are better anyway ^_~ cause Haldir doesn't die.
To my great, wonderful, very special reviewers:
shirebound: Grief is what I deal with, and the only thing I am good at. I've become better at it by reading other peoples fanfiction. ^_^ I love the two words 'thank you'! It's the only way I can get across my point! I would also like to take all my reviewers out to see TTT and by them dinner and such but the best I can do is give them Estel plushies, virtual hugs, and many a thanks. ^_^ Post more of your story soon, cause I love it! And, thank you so much for reading and reviewing! Gracias!
leggy-stinks: He is still alive! ^_^ I couldn't kill him because I need him for one of my future fics! Actually, a lot of my future fics! lol, ^_^ Yes, you better take good care of that Estel plushie. Now, you've got two, so take care of them both and of course, the other ones I gave you. Thank you so very, very much for reviewing! Domo Arigato Gozaimasu!
Shadow Warrior: Aw, you never gotta end your review. You can chatter to me about the weather if you'd like, because I love to listen. I am a talker and a listener. ^_^ I can't wait for your next chapter. They are so great. *hugs paper to self* I'll keep it real close, right along with the autographs from my other favorite authors. Yes, poor Elrond, Elladan, and Elrohir, tortured unmercifully by yours truly. ^_^ It's fun! Yes, ^_^ Thranduil and Legolas are both having a change of heart apparently. Very glad that you liked the story and I cant thank you enough for reviewing! So, until the next time we talk, take care! Merci!
tdei: It was a lot of fun to talk to you! ^_^ I am so glad that you love the fic. Your compliments and your comments mean a whole lot to me! I hope you enjoyed the ending! Thank you very much for your reviews and your time! Danke!
webster: Your hero? Wow, I don't think I'm that good. My heroes are all my favorite authors (and there are quite a few, but they all mean a lot to me). ^_^ Maybe you should choose one of them instead. What Thranduil was saying was that he understood why Legolas could not sit up with Elladan and Elrohir. He could feel how tense the room was, so all he was saying was that he understood that. Sorry that I confused you. I confuse myself more often than not. I can't remember the website. I used a useful little button that downloaded it all. Unfortunately, I will be searching for another one soon. I need more verbs, and ways to conjugate verbs. Well, I'll stop chattering! Thank you so much for your reviews! Keep reading, and writing and stay safe! Grazie!
Ciria: No, Cassia and Sio are not from this great planet. They are from Middle Earth and they are elves. They have personally seen every single adventure that they have written about! lol. Very good, they are, yes, yes. ^_^ You should review! You write nice long reviews and those are my favorite! It means I can write nice long answers! Estel is somewhere in his mid-teens, 14-16, and his family doesn't really realize that he is growing up. That's why they treat him like he is a baby. I think that Legolas mildly blames himself for Estel's condition. Something about the warg, I think. And the fact, that Estel is his best friends' little brother whom he has heard about but has never heard much about him. Yes, I do have the same opinion about the second movie. I even got the same feeling from the first movie. Aragorn and Legolas act as though they know each other quite well. I mean, if Legolas had just met the guy, he would not have said "You're late. You look terrible." It's not really portrayed the same way in the books. Elrond left because he (a) has the natural fatherly instincts that tell him something's wrong, (b) the fact that he had yet to receive a letter from Estel, and (c) he got confirmation from Thranduil that Estel had yet to arrive. He was scared. Sorry that there wasn't much Elrond reaction. I tried and gave up. I even tried six times, for your sake, because I knew you really wanted it. I am very sorry. Well, before I write sixteen pages of response to you, I'll stop! Much thanks for the reviews that you gave me! Obrigado!
Sue: Sorry that it took so long for you to get your knew chapter! I hope you really enjoyed it. I tried to make the last chapter about as heart wrenching as possible. It's fun that way. Well, I'd like to thank you for all your questions, comments, compliments and reviews! I don't know how to say it any other way and I wish I could do more to express it. Well, *bows formally* Arigato, Gracias, Obrigado, Grazie, Danke and every other way! ^_^
Freakizimi: ^_^ Glad your Christmas was good. I had a great one and got nearly all I wanted with the exception of the Lord of the Rings extended version. I plan on borrowing it from a friend of mine, and I will consider giving it back to her! Sorry, that this took so long and that there was not much Elrond reaction. I tried, and tried and tried but it simply didn't work out. Well, this is it! Thank you so much for all your time and effort and all your wonderful reviews! Domo Arigato Gozaimasu and Ja ne!
Anita: Ha! I knew you looked familiar! Poor Elrohir! *pats Elrohir* I suppose you just cant take the truth now can you! *runs away dodging arrows* Yes, Estel will be alright eventually, if Legolas doesn't end up killing him in their "shooting lessons". Wahahahahaha! Yes, I am just as demanding as you but you see when I'm being a fan, it's my job to be demanding. When I'm an author, it's my job to complain about demanding reviewers ^_~. Thank you many times over for your reviews and your time! Grazie molto!
Carrie: ^_^ It's okay if you missed a chapter, I still love you! ^_^ So, *evil glare* when is your next chapter coming out, hmmm? I sit here and wait like a good little girl and no one updates. Don't tell me you are going to through brain withdrawal, because I won't fall for it, : P, you know why? That's my job. I can't wait to see the story that you and Emmithar are writing! I love you both so much! Isn't it terrible when all you get is cliffies? I hate it, but it's what usually happens ^_~. Yes, Thranduil is a pain, isn't he? Always hiding his loving side from the world.....well not with me! ^___^ Thank you so much for your time! I must say again, that I feel so lucky to have such a great author reviewing my fic! Gracias Mucho!
Nili: Yes, that is the point; everyone must be poked by someone by the end of this fic. *pokes Elladan and Elrohir* Crazy little elfies, wahahahahahahahaha. Don't kill Elladan!! I NEED HIM FOR FUTURE FICS! *Elladan runs away screaming* Oops, shouldn't have said that out loud. Oh well, *gets out tranquilizer gun* time to go elf hunting. Actually, Elrond came to me the other day, asking for a horde of orcs and a herd of oliphaunts in place of his three sons. I told him no because I needed them together for my next few stories. He ran away screaming too. Of course, I wouldn't kill Estel. I need him! He's important! He's the basis of all my fics! So, Elladan and Elrohir aren't dead, or insane, Thranduil has had his stick taken away from him and has been locked in a padded room, Elrond is recovering, though slowly, from a nervous breakdown, Estel and Legolas are planning evil things, and life in LOTR is almost back to normal.....almost! ^_^ Thank you so much for so many wonderful reviews! They always made me laugh and made my days better! I'll try to post soon but until then, take care! Vielen Dank!
Arabella Thorne: Arent we all glad that Elrond arrived? LoL, it's a very good thing apparently. ^_^ Wahahahahaha, well, I can't wait for some more of your story, because it is being greatly enjoyed. ^_^ Keep up the good work! Thank you for all your great reviews! I don't know how to thank you enough! Well, take care, keep writing and stay safe! Obrigado muito muito!
Lost Angel: Yes, the twins have it hard, and it will never get better for them, especially when I am the one writing! Thank you very much for your review! I hope that you stay safe and had a Merry Christmas! Domo Arigato!
Kagemusha: No, no! I'd never dream of killing Estel! He's my favorite LOTR character with the exception of Frodo! I adore Frodo too! ^_^ Everyone is getting better, so you can be happy. Thank you for the review, and the compliments! Grazie!
Larus: I hope that your vacation hasn't ended yet! (well it is a weekend....) ^_^ I'm glad that you enjoyed the scene with Thranduil and Elrond. Your favorite part? Wow, ^_^ that's great. Glad I decided to keep it in. Sorry that it took so long to update. I was trying to get the chapter to my liking. There were so many things I wanted to do but I never managed to get them going right.....^_^ Anyway, thank you for your time and reviews and compliments. It means a lot to me! Meci Beaucoup!
Asen: So many different translations for Elvish.........Next time I go to Barnes and Noble I'm picking up a copy of the 'real' stuff. I want to start getting my Elvish proper......lol. ^_^ Anyway, I plan to write a lot more with Aragorn and Legolas. It's a lot of fun, and people seem to really, really like it. So, I will attempt it. I'm not very fond of slash, I prefer to read 'simply friends' fics because that's the way that Tolkien portrayed them. I'm not much of a romantic either ^-^. Well, I'm going to stop nattering. Thank you for the lovely reviews! Keep writing, and reading and stay safe! Gracias Mucho!
Conn JS: ^_^ I'm very glad you liked the chapter and your compliments make me very, very happy. How did Thranduil and Elrond become friends and then part for so long? No idea, it was a random thought. I would have to ask them to be sure. My best guess is that it had something to do with their children. They knew each other formally and as their children became friends, they started to get closer. Then something, (I haven't come up with a good explanation yet) happened and BOOM! We end up where we are today! As for Legolas, well it was a mixture of all the things that you mentioned. He realized that if he had been quicker and had managed to kill the warg or at least, realize its presence, that Estel might've been in better shape. It's also because Estel is the twins' brother and he is very close to them. And lastly, it's because he has a kind heart underneath that, 'humans are bad' attitude. You really like this stuff at the end? I do it because I know its what I like authors to do. I am happy that someone appreciates it. ^_^ Well, this is the end, so I will say everything in one sentence. Thank you for your time, reviews, comments, questions, compliments, criticism and everything in between! I loved having you as a reviewer and I hope to see you again! Thank you, Grazie, Arigato, Gracias, Merci, Danke!
Lina Skye: Aw! Yes, see, Estel is better! Well, almost better.......he just fell over a balcony....thats all! ^_^ No broken bones because he fell on our wonderful prince. Poor Elrond, he is good for other things! Worrying, healing and being a dad and other things we just cant think of at the moment! LoL! ^_^ Thanks for all of your reviews! I love them all! Keep safe and take care until we speak again! Grazie!
HaloGatomon: Act like your some great author? Why do we have to act when you ARE a great author! I cannot believe you though!!!!!! THAT WAS AN AWFUL TWIST!!! Please don't kill Aragorn.......*gives stupid pleading puppy face* Please......*sniffles* not after all he's been through! *gives an extra Legolas plushie* here you can give him a squeeze too! Be careful for Lina, she's very protective of her Estel, and Nili, is, well, Nili! And that's why we love her! I hope you liked the last chapter! I'm not happy with it but I had to post something before June.....LoL. ^_^ Well, thank you so much for reviewing! I still am in shock that one of my favorite authors reviewed! Keep safe and keep writing! GRAZIE MOLTO!
Kawaii BlueBear: So, are you planning on writing any time soon? Do you want me to go nuts waiting for you? Hmmm? LoL! Keep up the good work, okay? That'll keep me happy! The Dead Zone? Is it a good book? I've never read it but I will if its worth it.... You are a very hopeful thinker about the poison aren't you? Yes, as you can see, he's better and as sarcastic as ever. ^_^ Thank you so much for your reviews, and keep writing and stay safe! GRACIAS!
Peridot Pooka: It happened to me again. T_T it happens to me lots. *T_T* Sorry that it took so long, I hope that the suspense did not kill you! I do believe that Thranduil had seven children technically. I don't know but for personal purposes he has three in my story. Two of them are dead, one from assassination, another from exile, and his last child is Legolas. I have yet to read The Unfinished Tales. I've only read LOTR and The Hobbit. Well, now it's done and I hope that you enjoyed every minute of it! ^___^ Thank you very much for your reviews and your time! ^__^ Vielen Dank!
Rose De Oro: Bien, personne n'est ^_~ parfait est vous à l'aide d'un traducteur pour l'Espagnol? Il semble en tant que tels! ^_^ Quoi qu'il en soit, merci de votre temps et revues, et moi promets de travailler à mon Français! ^_^ Salut! Merci beaucoup!
Elanor: He isn't dead! ^__^ I couldn't ever kill my little Estel! ^_^ love him too much! He's such a sweetie! ^_^ Thank you so much for reviewing! It makes my day to see reviews, especially from good authors. ^_^ Keep safe, and keep writing! Arigato!
Chelsey: Thanks! ^_^ Gracias Mucho!
Emmithar: Yes, Elladan is rather, well, self blaming......lol. ^_^ Makes life interesting. Yes, this tale is just a normal day in LOTR! ^_^ LoL! I wonder what Tolkien would think if he came and read all these fics.......That would be scary......You really thought 'PUPPY' when you saw the wargs? LoL! ^_^ wow! You really do read these things! I thought that no one read them! Well, that's a relief, considering I've just spent the past to hours writing these! When I committed myself to doing it, I never thought I would get so many reviews. That was when I got about five reviews per chapter aka, any fic other than this one. LoL. But, hey, it's fun! I do not want to imagine how much puppy chow a warg eats or WHAT kind of puppy chow a warg eats? *shudders* creepiness! I am going to see it again, soon hopefully! Glad to hear you had a great Christmas! Keep writing, kies? I look forward to more from you! Hope you liked the end of this story! Thank you for all your time, effort, compliments, questions, comments, critiques and all of the stuff you did! Domo Arigato Gozaimasu!
Aralondwen: Aw, are you sure you don't want them? One of my little cousins gave me a present especially from her. She's kinda odd but you gotta love her. She wrote on it "To my favorite cousin". The c and y and a were backwards and she spelled it wrong but she's little and lovable! So, *hugs Estel plushie* yes, of course sand wars! You can't have anything else down here in the sunshine state! Except the time my soccer coach brought snow to us when he went skiing! It was fun. Thanks for the plushie! Yes, it's good that we aren't doing anything naughty! That's why they made this site, to get kids addicted to something that can't hurt them....badly....lol. Enjoy that Extended Version for me! I am going to go rent it and then beg my family for it for my B-day! Well, thank you so much for your help. This would not have been posted without you! Enjoy your plushies and much thanks for all your time and reviews! Keep writing; keep out of trouble, torture your brother and God bless! Gracias Mucho, Grazie Molto, Domo Arigato Gozaimasu, Vielen Dank, and Obrigado muito muito!
Jedi-Faramir: Who says they don't have shrinks already? They share sessions with Obi wan. Poor Nev, having to put up with all those wacky people.....lol. ^_^ You probably have no idea what I'm babbling about. That's okay. ^_^ I went off the deep end a long time ago. *sniffles* Poor Haldir.....his eyes didn't close, so he couldn't be dead, right? Okay, that's wishful thinking. ^_^ Thank you so much for all your compliments and fun reviews! I hope to see you again! Obrigado muito muito!
HobbitsRFun: *faints do to over stimulation among other things* x_x Legolas: Um *picks up paper* *hands to HobbitsRFun* She'd probably want you to sign this cause you are another one of her favorite authors. She's collecting autographs.......Um, she would like to thank you too. She probably would say that she hopes you liked the chapter and that she is so glad that such a great author reviewed her fic. *pokes author with a stick* I think she's still alive. Sorry about this, I think the shock of having so many of her favorite authors review has finally gotten to her. Well, I'll personally thank you for your review and comments! Um, V-vielen D-da-ank!
Ihni: Well, what do you think of what happened? Good, bad, terrible? I hope it was good. ^_^ Thank you very much for all your reviews and all your effort. Not to mention the time that it took to search out your thanks in the chapter. LoL. ^_^ Well, stay safe and be good! Grazie Molto!
staran: Do you know what I think of when I see your name? I think of my friend Gordo because his last name is Staran.....I think it's spelled the same. I thought I oughta comment. Enjoy TTT for the second (third, fourth, fifth) time. I'm going to go see it again too. Plenty of gift cards to AMC! *wahahahahahahaha* Well, much thanks and praise! Gracias Mucho! (sorry for my weirdness).
To Nili: (for the second time because I forgot to add this the first time) *runs away screaming while Balrog named Stan chases her* HELP ME SOMEONE! GANDALF!!!! Sorry, sorry, sorry! Please forgive me, *grovels at Balrog's feet* please don't hurt me Stan! Love your signed review! ^_^ Opposed to what you put in your Bio, I think you oughta write fics, but that's just me!
Kaeera: Wow, you appear to have written some pretty popular things! ^_^ Congrats! Glad you liked the story. I think, *looks at digimon stories* that you oughta write LOTR. You would be great at angst. ^_^ Anyway, I'll stop jabbering! Thank you so much for your review! Means a lot to me! Keep working on your stories! Keep safe! Arigato!
Well, that's it! Thank you all again!
Preview:
"Elves Don't Get Sick"
When several elves from Rivendell, including the twins, get attacked by Orcs and poisoned, Elrond tries to explain it to a little Estel.
Aka, a bunch of family fluff and little child confusion! See you all next time.
By tHe InSaNe OnE
AN- *begs for forgiveness* *again* I am sorry, I've had a hard time. I couldn't get this chapter done right, and when I DID get it done right, I wasn't by a computer for nearly two days. Do you realize what that means? I didn't get to post, and I know you are all ready to kill me. I beg you to forgive me first, and then maybe just torture me mildly.
Um, lessee. Yes, this is the last chapter of the story, and actually the longest. Before any of this was typed, it was about seven pages, and no, my font isn't enormous.
I do have other stories in the making but I don't think they will be out for a while. School is starting back up Monday, and I have a totally different schedule which means I am going to get lost at least once. Either that or I will just die. One of the two. I'd say it will be two weeks before I post my next story. The next two will be short little things. I might put a slight summary of the first one down at the bottom.
*hugs each and every person that ever reviewed* Thank you so very much! *gapes* 129 reviews! AHHHHHHH!! THAT'S A LOT! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Thank you ten times over and ten times over that and ten times over that even! ^_^ It makes me so happy.
Anyway, I love you all, I'm not sure if I stressed that enough. Also I would like to thank Aralondwen for how much she helped me with this chapter. She nearly wrote it for me, so for that *hands a bouquet of roses and an entire LOTR plushie set* Thank you so much for your help, nin mellon. I would still be writing this chapter if it weren't for you.
One last thing to my reviewers, *hands everyone a plushie of every character that appeared in this fic* A final thanks. You all are great. Well, I'll shut up. Enjoy.
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Something was hovering over me, something bigger than me. It was large, shadowy and formless, or maybe my eyes were playing tricks on me. Opening my eyes a bit more, I tried to focus on the creature once more. The shape morphed and shifted, soon taking the form of an elf, and a rather familiar elf on top of it all.
"Ada?" I croaked out. My voice was barely a whisper, but Ada heard it. He smiled gently, sitting down on the edge of my bed.
"Yes, Estel, it is I," he said gently, resting a cool hand on my head. I blinked sleepily at him, trying to get my wits about me. "I'm glad to see you awake, nin ion."
I yawned, vaguely attempting to recognize my surroundings. Memories lurked at the back of my mind but they were blurry. Where was I and what had happened? I didn't have long to dwell on it before there was a loud banging sound. Ada looked up, annoyance crossing his face.
"Elladan! Elrohir! I have heard oliphaunts who make less noise!" he hissed. Ono and Toro? What were they doing here? Weren't they in Mirkwood visiting Prince Legolas?
"Is he awake?" Elrohir's disembodied voice asked. He sounded worried and slightly out of breath. What had he and Elladan been up too?
"Yes, he is. Do I need to stress the fact that he's been through a lot and it would be nice if the two of you were just slightly less rambunctious?" Ada sounded angry. I didn't understand what all the fuss was about. Perhaps I was ill or something, and he wanted me to rest.
Elrohir appeared next to me, his eyes filled with tears. Before Ada could stop him and before I could say a word, he had gathered me up in a tight hug. I yawned again, leaning into his embrace because I was too tired to do anything else. Elladan suddenly appeared, and he pulled both of us into his arms. His head was resting on my shoulder, and it almost felt as though he was trembling. No, it was probably just my imagination; why would Elladan be shaking?
"I am so glad you are awake, Estel," whispered my eldest brother. I was confused. I must've been sick but I couldn't remember falling ill. Someone please tell me what happened.......
Elladan released me reluctantly as did Elrohir, and I sank back onto the numerous pillows arranged on the bed. I must've been pretty ill or the two of them would be teasing me instead of loving on me. I looked up at both my older brothers, trying to smile. Elrohir sniffled, and rubbed an arm across his eyes but he returned the smile in a half hearted fashion. Elladan, however, had turned away, and he was clearly crying.
"Well, you've taken a couple thousand years off my life, Estel," Elrohir declared, grabbing my hand and pressing it tightly between two of his. "So, if we add it to the other hundred times you've scared me half to death, I'd say I'm going to be a very feeble, old elf soon."
"Yeah, I guess so," I responded weakly, squeezing his hand. I looked at Elladan, who had not turned around yet. I wanted to hug him, and tell him not to cry, but I was immobilized for the moment so I decided to do the latter.
"Don't cry, Ono, I'm okay," I said, softly, knowing that his elf ears would pick it up. He shuddered, and turned to face me, tears still making trails on his face.
"I know, Estel." A wicked twinkle settled into his eyes. "But if you ever do what you did again, you will not be so 'okay' when I am through with you."
"Alright, you two, I do believe you have exhausted your brother enough with your antics," Ada said, standing up to shoo them out. He had let them stay for more than five minutes without saying a word, which was unusual. If it had been a normal situation, which I had already decided it was not, he would have sent them out before they could disturb me either mentally or physically. He didn't want them to slow my healing in one way or another with their strange sense of humor.
The two of them did not protest, which was unusual as well. Elrohir squeezed my hand once more, before backing up. Elladan gave me one last quick hug, and they both disappeared out the door. Ada sat down beside me again, putting a hand against my cheek.
"Your fever is nearly gone," he said, sounding pleased. He stroked my face gently, looking at me in a strange way. "Estel, I am so glad you are awake. I was very worried about you."
"What happened?" I grumbled, tired and still rather ill feeling and disgruntled. Ada smiled gently, pulling one of numerous blankets, over me.
"Do not worry about that now, nin ion. Just rest," he soothed. "You'll know later."
I sighed, deciding not to argue. I didn't have the strength to as it was. So, instead, I closed my eyes and fell back to sleep.
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Three days later............
I had read the book before, but it was the only one I could find in the room, so I read it over. It was good enough to read more than once, but some parts were too boring to read over so I skipped through to my favorite parts. The thrill of adventure, among other things, was very much present in these parts. The parts with romance were skipped over most of the time.
I knew what happened. I had to nearly throttle Toro but I managed to get it out of him. My leg was still bandaged, and probably would be for the next few eras. I was going to die with my leg bound up. Die, bound and locked in my room forever. I had come to the decision that when I reached home, Ada was never going to let me out of my room again. He would post a guard, put a small slot in the door and use it to feed me three times a day and, he would have a servant take the chamber pot away once in a while. He would visit me when he could, ask how I was, and talk about the twins latest antics. But, I would be stuck there, forever and ever.
Why me?
I was deeply engrossed in my thoughts, and was startled when I heard the door open. I knew it wasn't my brothers or Ada because they were all being forced to relax by King Thranduil's best healer. I had already spoken to the king and he seemed like a nice elf. That could have been because my father was in the room and because I was still ill.
"Do you mind if I come in?" I shook my head, and a blonde elf stepped in. He was dressed in light clothing, a green tunic and loose brown trousers. His hair was hanging down, even his warrior braids, which meant he wasn't planning on leaving the castle. Being lazy, unusual for an elf. A small gold circlet rested on his brow, and I knew who he was. Legolas, prince of Mirkwood, the elf I owed my life too. Greeaaattt....
"Well, it's nice to see that you are moving by your own power. I was worried that you might never move again." He was trying to start up a conversation. I didn't know what to say, so I stared at him dumbly. He seemed unfazed, and moved swiftly to my bedside, sitting carefully in the chair. That's when I noticed that he had a tray in his hands. The food made me feel nauseous and I turned away.
"I know you don't want to eat. Your brothers informed me of such but I was told to force it down your throat if I had to," he said mischievously. King Thranduil had said that the twins had ruined poor Legolas. I was beginning to believe him.
"I thought I was going to get away from them when they were put on bed rest," I muttered, placing the book on my bedside table. Wasn't going to ruin a good book if my stomach decided to revolt
"I used to think that too," he replied, offering me the tray. I took it unwillingly, looking for something that wouldn't hurt too badly when it came back up. The prince looked thoughtful, "When we were young, I suppose about five hundred; we went on a hunting trip together. We got attacked by orcs, and I was hurt, not very badly but the wound had a rather uncomfortable poison in it." He shrugged extravagantly and sighed. "They were on my case for weeks."
"Sounds very familiar," I mumbled, nibbling on a biscuit.
"Yes, I'm sure." He watched me carefully as I ate a little more, and drank a bit of water. "Eat a bit more. Just some of the broth, it's not harsh on weak stomachs."
I pushed the tray away as a sign of refusal. He frowned, taking the food away, and placing it in his lap. "Don't make me force you. I will."
"You sound like THEM," I commented sourly.
"My father says that sometimes. In the same tone too," Legolas answered casually.
"I know; he was the one who warned me about you."
Legolas laughed, grinning wickedly at me the whole time. I scowled at him, having the strangest feeling that I was suddenly receiving a new brother.
"We haven't even been formally introduced and yet you," I put special emphasis are the last word, "are acting like you know me quite well." I rolled me eyes. "Elves, thinking because I haven't come to age in their years that I am still a baby."
"You are, Estel," Legolas replied, stifling a giggle. He offered me the bowl of soup. "Now, eat up young human. Come now, only children refuse."
Glaring, I refused the bowl. I stuck out my hand and said rather quickly, "It's nice to meet you too, master elf. My name is Estel, son of Elrond. I have heard a lot about you from the twins."
Legolas looked startled at first, but he soon enveloped the offered hand in his own. "Well, if you must be so formal, master human, I will humor you. That's only because you are still ill. It's nice to meet you conscious and not feverish. I am Legolas, son of Thranduil. No formalities please, I despise being called Prince Legolas by those I consider my friends."
"What ever you say, my lord," I answered impishly, taking the bowl and carefully sipping the soup. Legolas scowled, but it didn't reach his eyes. I gave him my best innocent look, knowing that I not only had a friend, but a friend like my brothers. Haha, and Ada thought that I couldn't have any more bad influence.
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A week later...........
I leaned on the railing of the balcony, willing the world to stop spinning. I was not going to go back to bed. Not for all the money in the world. If I had to drag a chair out onto the balcony and then lock the doors to keep certain elves away from me, I would do it. Inside was getting stuffy, and the outside air was a blessing. So, maybe I wasn't ready to be out of bed. I really couldn't care less. It was nice and cool, and there was a slight breeze blowing. The many smells of autumn met my nose, relaxing me slightly. Perhaps, relaxing me a little too much.
I yawned, now more draped over the banister, than leaning on it. I was never going to get my endurance up again at this rate. I could barely walk out here from my bed without feeling like I had run several miles. I scowled at no one, feeling incredibly frustrated as well as tired. No, not tired! They would not get me back into that bed.
Below the balcony was the garden. Autumn flowers were in bloom and the smells of other plants came from that area. An elf was standing in it, seeming very content from what I could tell. Lucky little beast, him down there, and me stuck up here. Four weeks of being locked in this room was making me claustrophobic. So, I wasn't awake for the first two and a half, a week and a half of being bedridden with very little entertainment was far from amusing.
I leaned over the edge a little more, trying to identify the blonde elf below me. He looked vaguely familiar, but my blurry eyes had a hard time sending the image to my fuzzy head. Blonde hair, royal clothing; I slipped over the edge just a bit more, and a name for the person came to mind. Just in time too, because I had gone a little too far, and lost my balance.
"AIIIIIIEEE!" I yelped, tumbling over the edge, towards a fifteen foot fall.
This was going to be highly unpleasant.
The elf looked up, a bit surprised it seemed. I think he was even more surprised when I landed right on top of him.
"Mmph," grunted a very unhappy elven prince. I responded with some mixture of a groan and a sigh. My luck never seemed to change.
With some work, Legolas pushed me off of him. He shook his head clear, taking in the situation very quickly. He looked up at the balcony where I had been, then down at me. I grinned weakly at him from my position on the ground, hoping that I hadn't broken any bones in the fall. It was the last thing Ada needed.
"I won't ask how that happened," Legolas said finally. He got to his feet, and slowly helped me to mine. I flinched as my leg throbbed unmercifully. He settled me settle on a bench, and suddenly, he was looking rather amused.
"That's two you owe me," he commented, taking a seat.
"What?" I exclaimed, counting on my fingers. "That's only one!"
"Two," he corrected, holding up his hand. "One for finding you and bringing you to my father's halls and two, for keeping you from breaking your neck just now."
"Ah! But remember the warg?" I asked slyly. His countenance had a sudden startled look. "Didn't think I would remember? I do, so, I believe, master elf, that I only owe you once."
"Twice," he said again, "because I will not tell your brothers or your father what just happened." I scowled at him as a smug look crossed his face. Ah, but I had a wild card still.
"Once, because I don't plan on telling any of your friends about the warg incident," I retorted, "unless you wish me to go tell them now. I'm sure they would find it highly amusing that a human has faster reflexes than an elf."
"Alright, fine then! One it is," Legolas said with a laugh. I chuckled a bit myself. "Though I suppose you will have to start paying me back."
"How?" I questioned apprehensively. The prince had a sense of humor similar to my brothers'. This could be bad.
"Well, as long as you are on your feet," he responded with a twinkle in his eye. "We can start practicing with your shooting skills. From what I here, you need some serious practice."
Who had told him about that incident? It was my fault that Glorfindel had gotten in the way! I put a hand to my head, letting out a fake moan.
"Oh, no, not yet, my lord," I pleaded, "I am far too weak to take on such a task." This only made him laugh.
"Really now?"
"Positively, master elf. In fact, I think it'd be best if I went back to bed right now."
"And to think, you were the same child who was insisting that you were strong enough to get out of bed only yesterday," he mused.
"That was before I fell off the balcony," I replied, wincing as my leg complained. It was getting more and more painful by the second. "And I am NOT a child."
"True, true." He was helping me back to my feet as he spoke. "Well, you poor weak thing, let's get you inside before any of your family notices your absence."
I groaned, "Elbereth, if they do, there will be hell to pay."
"Oh, don't worry, we'll come up with some excuse."
"Whatever you say, evil elf."
"Crazy human."
And we laughed all the way back up to the room.
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That's the end. And I must give a quick lament *cries* for Haldir at the bottom. Much apologies to anyone who has yet to see the movie. The books are better anyway ^_~ cause Haldir doesn't die.
To my great, wonderful, very special reviewers:
shirebound: Grief is what I deal with, and the only thing I am good at. I've become better at it by reading other peoples fanfiction. ^_^ I love the two words 'thank you'! It's the only way I can get across my point! I would also like to take all my reviewers out to see TTT and by them dinner and such but the best I can do is give them Estel plushies, virtual hugs, and many a thanks. ^_^ Post more of your story soon, cause I love it! And, thank you so much for reading and reviewing! Gracias!
leggy-stinks: He is still alive! ^_^ I couldn't kill him because I need him for one of my future fics! Actually, a lot of my future fics! lol, ^_^ Yes, you better take good care of that Estel plushie. Now, you've got two, so take care of them both and of course, the other ones I gave you. Thank you so very, very much for reviewing! Domo Arigato Gozaimasu!
Shadow Warrior: Aw, you never gotta end your review. You can chatter to me about the weather if you'd like, because I love to listen. I am a talker and a listener. ^_^ I can't wait for your next chapter. They are so great. *hugs paper to self* I'll keep it real close, right along with the autographs from my other favorite authors. Yes, poor Elrond, Elladan, and Elrohir, tortured unmercifully by yours truly. ^_^ It's fun! Yes, ^_^ Thranduil and Legolas are both having a change of heart apparently. Very glad that you liked the story and I cant thank you enough for reviewing! So, until the next time we talk, take care! Merci!
tdei: It was a lot of fun to talk to you! ^_^ I am so glad that you love the fic. Your compliments and your comments mean a whole lot to me! I hope you enjoyed the ending! Thank you very much for your reviews and your time! Danke!
webster: Your hero? Wow, I don't think I'm that good. My heroes are all my favorite authors (and there are quite a few, but they all mean a lot to me). ^_^ Maybe you should choose one of them instead. What Thranduil was saying was that he understood why Legolas could not sit up with Elladan and Elrohir. He could feel how tense the room was, so all he was saying was that he understood that. Sorry that I confused you. I confuse myself more often than not. I can't remember the website. I used a useful little button that downloaded it all. Unfortunately, I will be searching for another one soon. I need more verbs, and ways to conjugate verbs. Well, I'll stop chattering! Thank you so much for your reviews! Keep reading, and writing and stay safe! Grazie!
Ciria: No, Cassia and Sio are not from this great planet. They are from Middle Earth and they are elves. They have personally seen every single adventure that they have written about! lol. Very good, they are, yes, yes. ^_^ You should review! You write nice long reviews and those are my favorite! It means I can write nice long answers! Estel is somewhere in his mid-teens, 14-16, and his family doesn't really realize that he is growing up. That's why they treat him like he is a baby. I think that Legolas mildly blames himself for Estel's condition. Something about the warg, I think. And the fact, that Estel is his best friends' little brother whom he has heard about but has never heard much about him. Yes, I do have the same opinion about the second movie. I even got the same feeling from the first movie. Aragorn and Legolas act as though they know each other quite well. I mean, if Legolas had just met the guy, he would not have said "You're late. You look terrible." It's not really portrayed the same way in the books. Elrond left because he (a) has the natural fatherly instincts that tell him something's wrong, (b) the fact that he had yet to receive a letter from Estel, and (c) he got confirmation from Thranduil that Estel had yet to arrive. He was scared. Sorry that there wasn't much Elrond reaction. I tried and gave up. I even tried six times, for your sake, because I knew you really wanted it. I am very sorry. Well, before I write sixteen pages of response to you, I'll stop! Much thanks for the reviews that you gave me! Obrigado!
Sue: Sorry that it took so long for you to get your knew chapter! I hope you really enjoyed it. I tried to make the last chapter about as heart wrenching as possible. It's fun that way. Well, I'd like to thank you for all your questions, comments, compliments and reviews! I don't know how to say it any other way and I wish I could do more to express it. Well, *bows formally* Arigato, Gracias, Obrigado, Grazie, Danke and every other way! ^_^
Freakizimi: ^_^ Glad your Christmas was good. I had a great one and got nearly all I wanted with the exception of the Lord of the Rings extended version. I plan on borrowing it from a friend of mine, and I will consider giving it back to her! Sorry, that this took so long and that there was not much Elrond reaction. I tried, and tried and tried but it simply didn't work out. Well, this is it! Thank you so much for all your time and effort and all your wonderful reviews! Domo Arigato Gozaimasu and Ja ne!
Anita: Ha! I knew you looked familiar! Poor Elrohir! *pats Elrohir* I suppose you just cant take the truth now can you! *runs away dodging arrows* Yes, Estel will be alright eventually, if Legolas doesn't end up killing him in their "shooting lessons". Wahahahahaha! Yes, I am just as demanding as you but you see when I'm being a fan, it's my job to be demanding. When I'm an author, it's my job to complain about demanding reviewers ^_~. Thank you many times over for your reviews and your time! Grazie molto!
Carrie: ^_^ It's okay if you missed a chapter, I still love you! ^_^ So, *evil glare* when is your next chapter coming out, hmmm? I sit here and wait like a good little girl and no one updates. Don't tell me you are going to through brain withdrawal, because I won't fall for it, : P, you know why? That's my job. I can't wait to see the story that you and Emmithar are writing! I love you both so much! Isn't it terrible when all you get is cliffies? I hate it, but it's what usually happens ^_~. Yes, Thranduil is a pain, isn't he? Always hiding his loving side from the world.....well not with me! ^___^ Thank you so much for your time! I must say again, that I feel so lucky to have such a great author reviewing my fic! Gracias Mucho!
Nili: Yes, that is the point; everyone must be poked by someone by the end of this fic. *pokes Elladan and Elrohir* Crazy little elfies, wahahahahahahahaha. Don't kill Elladan!! I NEED HIM FOR FUTURE FICS! *Elladan runs away screaming* Oops, shouldn't have said that out loud. Oh well, *gets out tranquilizer gun* time to go elf hunting. Actually, Elrond came to me the other day, asking for a horde of orcs and a herd of oliphaunts in place of his three sons. I told him no because I needed them together for my next few stories. He ran away screaming too. Of course, I wouldn't kill Estel. I need him! He's important! He's the basis of all my fics! So, Elladan and Elrohir aren't dead, or insane, Thranduil has had his stick taken away from him and has been locked in a padded room, Elrond is recovering, though slowly, from a nervous breakdown, Estel and Legolas are planning evil things, and life in LOTR is almost back to normal.....almost! ^_^ Thank you so much for so many wonderful reviews! They always made me laugh and made my days better! I'll try to post soon but until then, take care! Vielen Dank!
Arabella Thorne: Arent we all glad that Elrond arrived? LoL, it's a very good thing apparently. ^_^ Wahahahahaha, well, I can't wait for some more of your story, because it is being greatly enjoyed. ^_^ Keep up the good work! Thank you for all your great reviews! I don't know how to thank you enough! Well, take care, keep writing and stay safe! Obrigado muito muito!
Lost Angel: Yes, the twins have it hard, and it will never get better for them, especially when I am the one writing! Thank you very much for your review! I hope that you stay safe and had a Merry Christmas! Domo Arigato!
Kagemusha: No, no! I'd never dream of killing Estel! He's my favorite LOTR character with the exception of Frodo! I adore Frodo too! ^_^ Everyone is getting better, so you can be happy. Thank you for the review, and the compliments! Grazie!
Larus: I hope that your vacation hasn't ended yet! (well it is a weekend....) ^_^ I'm glad that you enjoyed the scene with Thranduil and Elrond. Your favorite part? Wow, ^_^ that's great. Glad I decided to keep it in. Sorry that it took so long to update. I was trying to get the chapter to my liking. There were so many things I wanted to do but I never managed to get them going right.....^_^ Anyway, thank you for your time and reviews and compliments. It means a lot to me! Meci Beaucoup!
Asen: So many different translations for Elvish.........Next time I go to Barnes and Noble I'm picking up a copy of the 'real' stuff. I want to start getting my Elvish proper......lol. ^_^ Anyway, I plan to write a lot more with Aragorn and Legolas. It's a lot of fun, and people seem to really, really like it. So, I will attempt it. I'm not very fond of slash, I prefer to read 'simply friends' fics because that's the way that Tolkien portrayed them. I'm not much of a romantic either ^-^. Well, I'm going to stop nattering. Thank you for the lovely reviews! Keep writing, and reading and stay safe! Gracias Mucho!
Conn JS: ^_^ I'm very glad you liked the chapter and your compliments make me very, very happy. How did Thranduil and Elrond become friends and then part for so long? No idea, it was a random thought. I would have to ask them to be sure. My best guess is that it had something to do with their children. They knew each other formally and as their children became friends, they started to get closer. Then something, (I haven't come up with a good explanation yet) happened and BOOM! We end up where we are today! As for Legolas, well it was a mixture of all the things that you mentioned. He realized that if he had been quicker and had managed to kill the warg or at least, realize its presence, that Estel might've been in better shape. It's also because Estel is the twins' brother and he is very close to them. And lastly, it's because he has a kind heart underneath that, 'humans are bad' attitude. You really like this stuff at the end? I do it because I know its what I like authors to do. I am happy that someone appreciates it. ^_^ Well, this is the end, so I will say everything in one sentence. Thank you for your time, reviews, comments, questions, compliments, criticism and everything in between! I loved having you as a reviewer and I hope to see you again! Thank you, Grazie, Arigato, Gracias, Merci, Danke!
Lina Skye: Aw! Yes, see, Estel is better! Well, almost better.......he just fell over a balcony....thats all! ^_^ No broken bones because he fell on our wonderful prince. Poor Elrond, he is good for other things! Worrying, healing and being a dad and other things we just cant think of at the moment! LoL! ^_^ Thanks for all of your reviews! I love them all! Keep safe and take care until we speak again! Grazie!
HaloGatomon: Act like your some great author? Why do we have to act when you ARE a great author! I cannot believe you though!!!!!! THAT WAS AN AWFUL TWIST!!! Please don't kill Aragorn.......*gives stupid pleading puppy face* Please......*sniffles* not after all he's been through! *gives an extra Legolas plushie* here you can give him a squeeze too! Be careful for Lina, she's very protective of her Estel, and Nili, is, well, Nili! And that's why we love her! I hope you liked the last chapter! I'm not happy with it but I had to post something before June.....LoL. ^_^ Well, thank you so much for reviewing! I still am in shock that one of my favorite authors reviewed! Keep safe and keep writing! GRAZIE MOLTO!
Kawaii BlueBear: So, are you planning on writing any time soon? Do you want me to go nuts waiting for you? Hmmm? LoL! Keep up the good work, okay? That'll keep me happy! The Dead Zone? Is it a good book? I've never read it but I will if its worth it.... You are a very hopeful thinker about the poison aren't you? Yes, as you can see, he's better and as sarcastic as ever. ^_^ Thank you so much for your reviews, and keep writing and stay safe! GRACIAS!
Peridot Pooka: It happened to me again. T_T it happens to me lots. *T_T* Sorry that it took so long, I hope that the suspense did not kill you! I do believe that Thranduil had seven children technically. I don't know but for personal purposes he has three in my story. Two of them are dead, one from assassination, another from exile, and his last child is Legolas. I have yet to read The Unfinished Tales. I've only read LOTR and The Hobbit. Well, now it's done and I hope that you enjoyed every minute of it! ^___^ Thank you very much for your reviews and your time! ^__^ Vielen Dank!
Rose De Oro: Bien, personne n'est ^_~ parfait est vous à l'aide d'un traducteur pour l'Espagnol? Il semble en tant que tels! ^_^ Quoi qu'il en soit, merci de votre temps et revues, et moi promets de travailler à mon Français! ^_^ Salut! Merci beaucoup!
Elanor: He isn't dead! ^__^ I couldn't ever kill my little Estel! ^_^ love him too much! He's such a sweetie! ^_^ Thank you so much for reviewing! It makes my day to see reviews, especially from good authors. ^_^ Keep safe, and keep writing! Arigato!
Chelsey: Thanks! ^_^ Gracias Mucho!
Emmithar: Yes, Elladan is rather, well, self blaming......lol. ^_^ Makes life interesting. Yes, this tale is just a normal day in LOTR! ^_^ LoL! I wonder what Tolkien would think if he came and read all these fics.......That would be scary......You really thought 'PUPPY' when you saw the wargs? LoL! ^_^ wow! You really do read these things! I thought that no one read them! Well, that's a relief, considering I've just spent the past to hours writing these! When I committed myself to doing it, I never thought I would get so many reviews. That was when I got about five reviews per chapter aka, any fic other than this one. LoL. But, hey, it's fun! I do not want to imagine how much puppy chow a warg eats or WHAT kind of puppy chow a warg eats? *shudders* creepiness! I am going to see it again, soon hopefully! Glad to hear you had a great Christmas! Keep writing, kies? I look forward to more from you! Hope you liked the end of this story! Thank you for all your time, effort, compliments, questions, comments, critiques and all of the stuff you did! Domo Arigato Gozaimasu!
Aralondwen: Aw, are you sure you don't want them? One of my little cousins gave me a present especially from her. She's kinda odd but you gotta love her. She wrote on it "To my favorite cousin". The c and y and a were backwards and she spelled it wrong but she's little and lovable! So, *hugs Estel plushie* yes, of course sand wars! You can't have anything else down here in the sunshine state! Except the time my soccer coach brought snow to us when he went skiing! It was fun. Thanks for the plushie! Yes, it's good that we aren't doing anything naughty! That's why they made this site, to get kids addicted to something that can't hurt them....badly....lol. Enjoy that Extended Version for me! I am going to go rent it and then beg my family for it for my B-day! Well, thank you so much for your help. This would not have been posted without you! Enjoy your plushies and much thanks for all your time and reviews! Keep writing; keep out of trouble, torture your brother and God bless! Gracias Mucho, Grazie Molto, Domo Arigato Gozaimasu, Vielen Dank, and Obrigado muito muito!
Jedi-Faramir: Who says they don't have shrinks already? They share sessions with Obi wan. Poor Nev, having to put up with all those wacky people.....lol. ^_^ You probably have no idea what I'm babbling about. That's okay. ^_^ I went off the deep end a long time ago. *sniffles* Poor Haldir.....his eyes didn't close, so he couldn't be dead, right? Okay, that's wishful thinking. ^_^ Thank you so much for all your compliments and fun reviews! I hope to see you again! Obrigado muito muito!
HobbitsRFun: *faints do to over stimulation among other things* x_x Legolas: Um *picks up paper* *hands to HobbitsRFun* She'd probably want you to sign this cause you are another one of her favorite authors. She's collecting autographs.......Um, she would like to thank you too. She probably would say that she hopes you liked the chapter and that she is so glad that such a great author reviewed her fic. *pokes author with a stick* I think she's still alive. Sorry about this, I think the shock of having so many of her favorite authors review has finally gotten to her. Well, I'll personally thank you for your review and comments! Um, V-vielen D-da-ank!
Ihni: Well, what do you think of what happened? Good, bad, terrible? I hope it was good. ^_^ Thank you very much for all your reviews and all your effort. Not to mention the time that it took to search out your thanks in the chapter. LoL. ^_^ Well, stay safe and be good! Grazie Molto!
staran: Do you know what I think of when I see your name? I think of my friend Gordo because his last name is Staran.....I think it's spelled the same. I thought I oughta comment. Enjoy TTT for the second (third, fourth, fifth) time. I'm going to go see it again too. Plenty of gift cards to AMC! *wahahahahahahaha* Well, much thanks and praise! Gracias Mucho! (sorry for my weirdness).
To Nili: (for the second time because I forgot to add this the first time) *runs away screaming while Balrog named Stan chases her* HELP ME SOMEONE! GANDALF!!!! Sorry, sorry, sorry! Please forgive me, *grovels at Balrog's feet* please don't hurt me Stan! Love your signed review! ^_^ Opposed to what you put in your Bio, I think you oughta write fics, but that's just me!
Kaeera: Wow, you appear to have written some pretty popular things! ^_^ Congrats! Glad you liked the story. I think, *looks at digimon stories* that you oughta write LOTR. You would be great at angst. ^_^ Anyway, I'll stop jabbering! Thank you so much for your review! Means a lot to me! Keep working on your stories! Keep safe! Arigato!
Well, that's it! Thank you all again!
Preview:
"Elves Don't Get Sick"
When several elves from Rivendell, including the twins, get attacked by Orcs and poisoned, Elrond tries to explain it to a little Estel.
Aka, a bunch of family fluff and little child confusion! See you all next time.