Disclaimer: Tolkien owns his characters, I own Peridot, Kaci, all the horses, all the wine *hic* (just kidding). Rayne Maker owns Erianwen. There, I said it, now leave me alone!
A/N: Apologies to Rayne Maker for delaying this chapter!!!
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Of course Peridot had to show the wolf cub to her best buddy. The two girls cooed over Kaci as she yawned and fell asleep in a matter of minutes. They were careful not to disturb her, as her twitching paws and tail and even breathing suggested she was sleeping peacefully.
Peridot loved to take Kaci on walks through the garden unleashed, and aside from chasing butterflies the wolf pup stayed close beside her human friend.
One day she asked Erianwen to tell her of her life, as far as she knew, before she came from Earth. (A/N: Remember I mentioned that she was there before & Legolas knew her?) Erianwen nodded and spoke eagerly. "I know much of your past, my friend, for you are a royal, a diamond among the dulled rocks. I held this from you only because you acted as though you knew of it. We have heard much of you but have never caught sight of you, which is why Lady Arwen asked of your name upon your meeting. I thought it funny that you picked what was your true name. Your family history began with the first Hith, which is Elvish for mist. Beleriand was your homeland, but it sunk. A small piece of your people survived and traveled northeast. Lord Elrond was close friends with your parents, and agreed to help take care of you. Your father died in a great war, and your mother Ania Heru died of a broken heart. (A/N: Ania Heru means holy lady; she was given that name because she was good and pure even for an elf) I think you were only 92." "Oh, I feel sorry for my past self, then," she whispered to her lap as she tried to calculate how old that would make her in human terms.
Probably too young to talk, she figured. She looked up and urged Erianwen to continue. "Elrond took you in the day he saw you. He remembered your parents, you see. The wise are like that." 'So that's why he looks at me so fatherly.' Then Erianwen asked of her other presence on Earth. "Oh, don't worry. I know-or will know, or whatever-everything about your other background." They talked as they walked along a large lake and Kaci ran back and forth, chasing the birds.
High above them was seated a watching elf, eating an apple in the tree. He gracefully jumped down in front of them, causing Peridot to jump, trip, and fall into the water. Kaci perched herself on the edge before jumping in herself. When Peridot surfaced she laughed. She was swimming quite well, something she had not been able to do in Upper Earth or whatever her old home was called. What's more was not only did Kaci not think her human friend ridiculous, but she joined her.
The blond elf held out a hand to Peridot, and she looked up into Legolas' gorgeous blue eyes. (A/N: Who else would it be?!?!) The tips of her ears burned red and she muttered thanks to her toes.
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A she-elf, especially a shy one, often enjoys time to herself. Peridot felt like this about a week after the lake incident and, leaving Kaci in Erianwen's care (A/N: That's care, not cave, Rayne Maker ;), went for an afternoon walk. Deep in the gardens she found a bench and sat down to read a book that she had found on a desk in the library. It was quite amusing, while at the same time romantic. She was deeply enthralled and was laughing out loud when a branch snapped behind her. She turned her head, trusting her instincts to detect any intruders to her privacy. She secretly hoped it was Legolas. Silence. She shrugged it off and turned back to her delightful novel.
She heard faint breathing. Could Kaci have followed her? The noise ended abruptly when she stood up and whirled around, clutching the book. Slightly spooked, she decided to return to the building and find Legolas. She always felt safe with him. (A/N: And who wouldn't? *dreamy look*)
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Legolas instead found Peridot. She was sitting on a stone bench by a window, sketching the landscape in realistic detail. She she saw him coming she smiled and ran to meet him. "I missed your voice," he whispered as she hugged him. "It has been awhile sence we talked." As they spoke they walked through the halls, admiring the golden leaves of Autum and (in Legolas' case) Peridot. The sketches lay forgotten.
Remembering the LOTR movie (A/N:...that we all know and love) and that the Fellowship was brought together in the fall, Peridot decided to discreetly ask Legolas what year it was. When he told her she figured there were still two more years until they arrived.
She realized that (A/N: HOT) Legolas looked just as he did, or just as Orlando Bloom did in the film (A/N: only HOTTER). It was kind of funny (A/N: and he was REALLY HOT. Walter whispered something. Me- "I am NOT obessessed with Legolas, or Orlando Bloom, or the fact that he is SO HOT "*drools*). She wondered if they would think of her as a mind reader or that she could see the future/ Smiling to herself, she made a mental note to play a few headgames when the time came (A/N: Mwa hahahaha! Walter says, "This should be fun! Pass the popcorn please." Me-"You stay out of this! And did you just say please? O_o")
Suddenly, Legolas' eyes lit up. "Come with me," he said as he gently grabbed her wrist. He brought her out to a beautiful lawn with wavy natural grass and a patch of blue and purple flowers surrounding a target. He smiled, unslung his quiver and placed it on the ground. He carefully placed an arrow on his elegant bow and pulled his arm back. He paused as he sighted along the arrow. Peridot just when he let loose the shaft. She stared in awe at the perfect bullseye, sure that it was an exact 90 degree angle (A/N: Oh, no, not with the math!) 'I din't even see it fly in between! One moment it was on his bow, and the next it was on the target! How is he so amazing?!' His hand pulled her face in his direction, her green eyes meeting his dazzling blue. "Your turn," he whispered.
She frowned, then burst out laughing. He calmly smiled and waited for her to finish. She stopped when she saw his face. "You're not serious? You really want me to do this?" He nodded, "I'm only asking you to try." She backed away. "Are you kidding? I'm sure to break a window or something!" He cocked his head and had a puppy expression on his face. She sighed. "I give up. But you have to help me." He didn't move. "What, you want me to do this all by myself?!?" His smile grew wider and she threw her hands up. 'Oh, fine. Let's see how much I learned in the fourth grade.'
Legolas was facinated by her graceful movements (A/N: This is the part where she is not like me-graceful). Her brown hair flowed freely down her back like a river. Her slim fingers wrapped beauifully around the bow. He smiled because, despite this, he could tell she didn't have a clue what she doing.
After what seemed like weeks she looked like she was ready to quit. She glared at the target like it would do her any good. It didn't; she seemed to be getting worse. He slowly stood up and moved next to her, correcting her movements and stance. That one was close, but it still didn't hit the target. She gave him a pleading look.
He moved behind her, wrapping his arms around and finding her hands. He went through the motions with her and stepped back to let her shoot. She missed on purpose, and he moved behind her again, this time even helping her to shoot. Perfect. The sun was setting and he helped her a few more times. She smiled. She loved to feel him up against her, and leaned back towards him. He smiled in turn.
It was late when they finished practice. He led her back to her room as she was quite tired. When he kissed her goodnight (A/N: Walter says, "Which took them awhile!" *Walter runs as I chase him around the house with a baseball bat*) and left, she stared at the door for a few moments before preparing for a bath. She soaked in, feeling the warm water run over her aching muscles. It wasn't long before she fell asleep.
She had a strange dream. Before her was total blackness. When she cried out she heard Legolas call back, and saw him walk towards her. Suddenly purple flames sprang up between them. She turned to see, of all things, a Ring Wraith, but it had red glowing eyes. It placed cold armored hands on her shoulders and shoved her down into a pool that had appeared beneath her feet. As she struggled she saw what looked like a thinner, evil version of Boromir (A/N: I think he's evil anyway) laughing at her and hitting the water with a small sword. When she woke up she was spluttering under the bath water, which was cold from length of her dream. Or was it her dream that made it cold?
Promising herself she would never take a bath when she was that tired, she got out and was asleep in no time. She was in for a rude awakening by Erianwen. "What is it?" she mumbled. Erianwen said that some man named Vertigo appeared in the early morning demanding to speak with her. Erianwen refused to let him disturb her whether she was awake or not, for he looke rather dangerous and ragged. But he gave them a torn and rainwashed note that said, "Beware, Peridot Mist, for a great reward lies in your capture and murder. Many evils lie waiting in the shadows, and I fear they will stop at nothing to get to you. I heard a threat from the shadows along Rivendell in a dream last night. Good luck and best wishes. Signed Dew." "Do?" asked Peridot stupidly. "Dew."" "Due?" "Dew." "Huh?" "D-E-W. She is your sister, you nutcase!" said Erianwen jokingly. "Oh. OOH! I didn't know I had a sister." Erianwen sighed. "Well, you'd better be careful. After we heard, Legolas and I decided we would help. We figured if anyone was to be your bodyguard 24/7, you'd rather it be us." 'And if Legolas is with me 24/7...' Peridot smiled as she thought of being with her best buddy and her love (A/N: He is so HOT, isn't he?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!).
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Well, what do you think? I made it extra long for my beautiful fans out there *blows more kisses*. And it's gonna be even better. Isn't it funny that Peridot is silly enough to *cough* not realize that HER LIFE IS IN DANGER! More on that, next chapter! Enojoy, and I enjoy reviews! The more reviews, the happier I am (that means more chapters) and the happier Walter is (that means nicer things happen to the characters, and the better the chapter is written because I don't have to re-type everything that he destroys). I might need to up the rating, please don't be offended. Luv my people!
2,857 years old (Peridot)
A/N: Apologies to Rayne Maker for delaying this chapter!!!
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Of course Peridot had to show the wolf cub to her best buddy. The two girls cooed over Kaci as she yawned and fell asleep in a matter of minutes. They were careful not to disturb her, as her twitching paws and tail and even breathing suggested she was sleeping peacefully.
Peridot loved to take Kaci on walks through the garden unleashed, and aside from chasing butterflies the wolf pup stayed close beside her human friend.
One day she asked Erianwen to tell her of her life, as far as she knew, before she came from Earth. (A/N: Remember I mentioned that she was there before & Legolas knew her?) Erianwen nodded and spoke eagerly. "I know much of your past, my friend, for you are a royal, a diamond among the dulled rocks. I held this from you only because you acted as though you knew of it. We have heard much of you but have never caught sight of you, which is why Lady Arwen asked of your name upon your meeting. I thought it funny that you picked what was your true name. Your family history began with the first Hith, which is Elvish for mist. Beleriand was your homeland, but it sunk. A small piece of your people survived and traveled northeast. Lord Elrond was close friends with your parents, and agreed to help take care of you. Your father died in a great war, and your mother Ania Heru died of a broken heart. (A/N: Ania Heru means holy lady; she was given that name because she was good and pure even for an elf) I think you were only 92." "Oh, I feel sorry for my past self, then," she whispered to her lap as she tried to calculate how old that would make her in human terms.
Probably too young to talk, she figured. She looked up and urged Erianwen to continue. "Elrond took you in the day he saw you. He remembered your parents, you see. The wise are like that." 'So that's why he looks at me so fatherly.' Then Erianwen asked of her other presence on Earth. "Oh, don't worry. I know-or will know, or whatever-everything about your other background." They talked as they walked along a large lake and Kaci ran back and forth, chasing the birds.
High above them was seated a watching elf, eating an apple in the tree. He gracefully jumped down in front of them, causing Peridot to jump, trip, and fall into the water. Kaci perched herself on the edge before jumping in herself. When Peridot surfaced she laughed. She was swimming quite well, something she had not been able to do in Upper Earth or whatever her old home was called. What's more was not only did Kaci not think her human friend ridiculous, but she joined her.
The blond elf held out a hand to Peridot, and she looked up into Legolas' gorgeous blue eyes. (A/N: Who else would it be?!?!) The tips of her ears burned red and she muttered thanks to her toes.
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A she-elf, especially a shy one, often enjoys time to herself. Peridot felt like this about a week after the lake incident and, leaving Kaci in Erianwen's care (A/N: That's care, not cave, Rayne Maker ;), went for an afternoon walk. Deep in the gardens she found a bench and sat down to read a book that she had found on a desk in the library. It was quite amusing, while at the same time romantic. She was deeply enthralled and was laughing out loud when a branch snapped behind her. She turned her head, trusting her instincts to detect any intruders to her privacy. She secretly hoped it was Legolas. Silence. She shrugged it off and turned back to her delightful novel.
She heard faint breathing. Could Kaci have followed her? The noise ended abruptly when she stood up and whirled around, clutching the book. Slightly spooked, she decided to return to the building and find Legolas. She always felt safe with him. (A/N: And who wouldn't? *dreamy look*)
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Legolas instead found Peridot. She was sitting on a stone bench by a window, sketching the landscape in realistic detail. She she saw him coming she smiled and ran to meet him. "I missed your voice," he whispered as she hugged him. "It has been awhile sence we talked." As they spoke they walked through the halls, admiring the golden leaves of Autum and (in Legolas' case) Peridot. The sketches lay forgotten.
Remembering the LOTR movie (A/N:...that we all know and love) and that the Fellowship was brought together in the fall, Peridot decided to discreetly ask Legolas what year it was. When he told her she figured there were still two more years until they arrived.
She realized that (A/N: HOT) Legolas looked just as he did, or just as Orlando Bloom did in the film (A/N: only HOTTER). It was kind of funny (A/N: and he was REALLY HOT. Walter whispered something. Me- "I am NOT obessessed with Legolas, or Orlando Bloom, or the fact that he is SO HOT "*drools*). She wondered if they would think of her as a mind reader or that she could see the future/ Smiling to herself, she made a mental note to play a few headgames when the time came (A/N: Mwa hahahaha! Walter says, "This should be fun! Pass the popcorn please." Me-"You stay out of this! And did you just say please? O_o")
Suddenly, Legolas' eyes lit up. "Come with me," he said as he gently grabbed her wrist. He brought her out to a beautiful lawn with wavy natural grass and a patch of blue and purple flowers surrounding a target. He smiled, unslung his quiver and placed it on the ground. He carefully placed an arrow on his elegant bow and pulled his arm back. He paused as he sighted along the arrow. Peridot just when he let loose the shaft. She stared in awe at the perfect bullseye, sure that it was an exact 90 degree angle (A/N: Oh, no, not with the math!) 'I din't even see it fly in between! One moment it was on his bow, and the next it was on the target! How is he so amazing?!' His hand pulled her face in his direction, her green eyes meeting his dazzling blue. "Your turn," he whispered.
She frowned, then burst out laughing. He calmly smiled and waited for her to finish. She stopped when she saw his face. "You're not serious? You really want me to do this?" He nodded, "I'm only asking you to try." She backed away. "Are you kidding? I'm sure to break a window or something!" He cocked his head and had a puppy expression on his face. She sighed. "I give up. But you have to help me." He didn't move. "What, you want me to do this all by myself?!?" His smile grew wider and she threw her hands up. 'Oh, fine. Let's see how much I learned in the fourth grade.'
Legolas was facinated by her graceful movements (A/N: This is the part where she is not like me-graceful). Her brown hair flowed freely down her back like a river. Her slim fingers wrapped beauifully around the bow. He smiled because, despite this, he could tell she didn't have a clue what she doing.
After what seemed like weeks she looked like she was ready to quit. She glared at the target like it would do her any good. It didn't; she seemed to be getting worse. He slowly stood up and moved next to her, correcting her movements and stance. That one was close, but it still didn't hit the target. She gave him a pleading look.
He moved behind her, wrapping his arms around and finding her hands. He went through the motions with her and stepped back to let her shoot. She missed on purpose, and he moved behind her again, this time even helping her to shoot. Perfect. The sun was setting and he helped her a few more times. She smiled. She loved to feel him up against her, and leaned back towards him. He smiled in turn.
It was late when they finished practice. He led her back to her room as she was quite tired. When he kissed her goodnight (A/N: Walter says, "Which took them awhile!" *Walter runs as I chase him around the house with a baseball bat*) and left, she stared at the door for a few moments before preparing for a bath. She soaked in, feeling the warm water run over her aching muscles. It wasn't long before she fell asleep.
She had a strange dream. Before her was total blackness. When she cried out she heard Legolas call back, and saw him walk towards her. Suddenly purple flames sprang up between them. She turned to see, of all things, a Ring Wraith, but it had red glowing eyes. It placed cold armored hands on her shoulders and shoved her down into a pool that had appeared beneath her feet. As she struggled she saw what looked like a thinner, evil version of Boromir (A/N: I think he's evil anyway) laughing at her and hitting the water with a small sword. When she woke up she was spluttering under the bath water, which was cold from length of her dream. Or was it her dream that made it cold?
Promising herself she would never take a bath when she was that tired, she got out and was asleep in no time. She was in for a rude awakening by Erianwen. "What is it?" she mumbled. Erianwen said that some man named Vertigo appeared in the early morning demanding to speak with her. Erianwen refused to let him disturb her whether she was awake or not, for he looke rather dangerous and ragged. But he gave them a torn and rainwashed note that said, "Beware, Peridot Mist, for a great reward lies in your capture and murder. Many evils lie waiting in the shadows, and I fear they will stop at nothing to get to you. I heard a threat from the shadows along Rivendell in a dream last night. Good luck and best wishes. Signed Dew." "Do?" asked Peridot stupidly. "Dew."" "Due?" "Dew." "Huh?" "D-E-W. She is your sister, you nutcase!" said Erianwen jokingly. "Oh. OOH! I didn't know I had a sister." Erianwen sighed. "Well, you'd better be careful. After we heard, Legolas and I decided we would help. We figured if anyone was to be your bodyguard 24/7, you'd rather it be us." 'And if Legolas is with me 24/7...' Peridot smiled as she thought of being with her best buddy and her love (A/N: He is so HOT, isn't he?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!).
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Well, what do you think? I made it extra long for my beautiful fans out there *blows more kisses*. And it's gonna be even better. Isn't it funny that Peridot is silly enough to *cough* not realize that HER LIFE IS IN DANGER! More on that, next chapter! Enojoy, and I enjoy reviews! The more reviews, the happier I am (that means more chapters) and the happier Walter is (that means nicer things happen to the characters, and the better the chapter is written because I don't have to re-type everything that he destroys). I might need to up the rating, please don't be offended. Luv my people!
2,857 years old (Peridot)