Part Three


Legolas and Gimli sat on the steps within the gates of Helms Deep talking merrily.

"When we have fought this war, I shall have to introduce you to the caves of the Lonely Mountain, Master Legolas."

"And what wonders shall I find within," teased Legolas, "more Goblins, a cave troll perhaps?"

"Nay, you're humor does not amuse me. Within these caves you shall find the wonders of the dwarf realm. Carving, sculptures, you shall marvel at the detail within our work."

"If you introduce me to the Lonely Mountain, then you must allow me to show you the forests of Mirkwood, for no created object can beat the beauty of the trees and natural beings."

"We shall see Legolas, but I am sure you will be proven wrong when you are greeted with the hospitality of the Dwarves."

Legolas's eyes shifted from Gimli to the door through which Aragorn and Eowyn had just passed.

"I'm sure I will," the Elf said absently.

He watched as Eowyn laughed and clung to Aragorn's arm. Aragorn smiled, he noticed Legolas and glanced over, the smile leaving his features. Legolas looked back to Gimli.

"Talk to him," said the Dwarf.

"Who?"

"Aragorn, tell him how you feel my Elf-friend."

"I feel nothing but friendship for Aragorn," lied Legolas.

"My good Legolas, it has been obvious from the start of this quest that you feel more than mere friendship for Aragorn," said Gimli son of Gloin.

"And say it were true, would you think he felt the same way about me?"

"Most certainly my good elf. Matters of the heart are obvious to a dwarf and I say you must act on your impulses."

"That is not something which Elves do."

"Legolas, you are an exception, you are unlike any elf I have met. You are fairer and more impulsive, accept your true nature."

"We were lovers many years ago, before Arwen. He came to Mirkwood and I found him and…"
Legolas trailed off sadness filling his dark eyes.

"Don't let us reminisce," Said the Dwarf, "present time needs you to find Aragorn and tell him your true feelings, and then you both be happy together."

"We are together," sighed Legolas.

"Then what is the problem my good elf?"

"The problem Gimli is that Aragorn spends more time with Eowyn than with me. I am afraid I have become jealous."

"Then Legolas," confirmed Gimli, "you need to tell Aragorn the problem, so that it can be resolved."

"I will," nodded Legolas, "I will go now."

With both Elven grace and speed, he swiftly went in search for Aragorn.

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