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Chapter 53--Resting In Luxury
They were led to adjoining rooms that were huge with private bath chambers. Rugs of pure white fur covered the stone floors and the beds were huge with silk sheets and piled with exotic fur blankets. Each room had a private bathing chamber with a sunken bathtub that even Jaisia could use easily.
"If you require anything just ring the bell, my lord, my lady," the servant said with a bow then left.
Legolas went straight to the bathing chamber. He found the tub was all ready full and thick towels soaps and shampoos had all ready been brought. He stripped of his grimy travel clothes and sank into the deliciously warm water with a sigh. He could get used to this sort of pampering. He would have liked to linger, but the Queen could summon them at any time. He washed his hair and scrubbed himself down. He dried off and pulled on a thick, soft robe that had been left for him. Feeling better, he went back into the other chamber.
Jaisia burst through the adjoining door an instant later. "Is this not wonderful? I love it!!" she exclaimed.
Legolas smiled tolerantly. Jaisia still forgot to knock sometimes, especially when she was excited. He sat down at the dresser and began to brush out his hair. "It is adequate I suppose," he said.
Jaisia came up behind him and plucked the brush out of Legolas' hand. "Let me, I like brushing your hair," she said, going to work. "Then you can help me with mine."
"Very well," Legolas agreed, relaxing.
Jaisia was very gentle as she brushed out all the tangles. Finished, she set the brush down. "There, you can braid it now," she said. "I will go get my grooming supplies." She left the room.
Legolas neatly braided his hair behind his ears and studied his reflection. One more thing was needed to be ready. He went to his pack and pulled out the circlet then put it on.
Jaisia reentered and stared. "You look wonderful, little brother. Do you think you can make me look that good?" she asked.
"It will not be an easy task, but I will try," Legolas said.
Jaisia slapped him playfully on the shoulder. "Brat," she teased.
Legolas laughed and went to work. He began putting some braids in her hair. "Do you want braids in your tail too?" he asked.
"Yes, with ribbons and bells, maybe some of the hair jewelry Arwen gave me, please?" Jaisia said.
"You like getting all dressed up, you know that you forgot to put a shirt on when we entered the city," Legolas remarked.
"Ooops, well, that is Deirdre's fault for distracting me. She certainly had you distracted," Jaisia added teasingly.
"She is arrogant and annoying," Legolas grumbled. "I will be quite happy to never see her face again." He finished the braids and stepped back. "Done."
Jaisia giggled. "Sugar once told me there is a fine line between love and hate," she said. She studied Legolas. "You know I do not think anyone noticed that you are an Elf. This could be rather amusing," she said.
"Perhaps for you," Legolas grumbled, but he couldn't help smiling a little at the thought.
Jaisia giggled again then put on a pale yellow shirt. "How do I look?" she asked.
"Lovely as always," Legolas said.
"Why, thank you, my prince," Jaisia said and curtsied gracefully. She was very proud of herself for finding a way to curtsy properly.
Legolas bowed in return then they both laughed.
A knock sounded on the door and Legolas opened it to reveal a servant.
The servant started to speak then his eyes widened and he stared at Legolas, mouth-hanging open.
"Do you want something?' Legolas prodded gently, rather amused. He could hear Jaisia giggling behind him.
The servant seemed to give himself a mental shake. "The Queen wishes to meet with you and welcome you to our fair city," he managed.
"Very well, lead the way," Legolas said.
They followed the servant from the room, hoping that all would go smoothly from here….
The End
Bad place to end. I know, but this was getting to long--there will be a sequel called Hope Of Alliance--tentatively…R/R please!!! I'll take suggestions if anyone can think of a better title!!! Thanks to all my reviewers new and old!
Stars Light Your Path, She-Cat