Authors note
Ok here is Chapter 2. I hope you enjoy it. I forgot to mention that this story starts five years before the fellowship of the ring, but will continue till the end of the lord of the rings - at least I think for now.
symbolises the English translation of the elvish
Oh and before I forget I do not own Lord of the Rings!
Nolwe Chapter 2
Athena woke to find herself lying on leaves, in the middle of what appeared to be a clearing of some sort in a forest. Sitting up and remembering Alec and Phoebe, Athena quickly stood up and spun around looking for her cousins, finding them unconscious on the ground about three meters from her. Walking over to where they lay, she began shaking them in a hope to rouse them, but neither of her cousins would wake. So Athena decided that she would take a quick look around the forest nearby before returning to see if they had awaken. Looking around Athena started to realise that they where nowhere where they should be. Thinking to herself she didn't watch were she was going and almost stumbled into what appeared to be a gathering of the hideous looking creatures. Even from where she stood which was at least 20 meters away she could smell a foul scent coming from them. While trying not to throw up she quietly turned around and as fast as she could headed back towards her cousins. Her presence to the creatures went unnoticed until she accidentally slipped on a rock which was covered with moss. The creatures by now had stopped their discussion and turned to look for the source of the sound. Athena layed as quietly as possible but it was already to late.
"Over there!" exclaimed one of the creatures, while brandishing in his right hand what looked to be a sword.
With no further warning all of the creatures jumped up and started to draw their weapons while approaching to the area where Athena lay. Not needing any more inanition, Athena sprung from where she lay and ran as fast as possible. She thought she would be able to out the before arrows started to fly at here from behind. Desperately now trying to run and take cover at the same time Athena focused her thoughts onto her cousins which to her knowledge where still unconscious in the clearing up ahead. 'How will I escape these animals' she thought, but was interrupted when she felt a sharp pain shooting up her leg. Looking down she could see and arrow sticking through the back of her thigh. Running was now hard as with every step on her right leg were the arrow was, the pain seemed to be like a fire burning fiercely through her veins. Suddenly she heard a cry coming from behind and one of the creatures which had caught up to her was now attempting to hurt her with their sword. Before he could inflict any damage though, a shower of arrows came towards the creatures from the trees surrounding her. Within a blink there now seemed to be what looked like at least 10 tall humans fighting the creatures. Athena, who was now struggling to stay awake as she had lost a lot of blood from her arrow wound, found herself being approached by what appeared to be the leader of these 'humans'.
"Mani na a lle umien?who are you?" he asked,
Athena was trying to think this over when all of a sudden the man raised his bow towards her, well so it seemed. Notching an arrow he the said, "Tiraten rashwe!Look out!", but since Athena could not understand him she became scared, wondering what she should do. Without warning the man released the arrow and instead of hitting her like she thought it would, it zoomed straight past her and into one of the creatures behind her. Startled Athena felt sick in the stomach and before she could comprehend what was happening she fainted.
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Athena felt the blackness slip away and she found herself staring at the ceiling of a room. Startled by her surroundings she went to get up, but found herself being pushed back into the covers by a pair of hands. She them realised that she was not alone. Looking around she saw Phoebe asleep in a chair near the window and by her bedside was Alec and a beautiful woman. The light that radiated from the woman was almost at first unbearable, but soon enough her eyes began to adjust. The first thing that popped into her mind was 'where on earth was she?'
'You are no where on earth my child, but in Middle Earth, more specifically Lothlorien' a voice said to her mind.
Surprised Athena fell out of bed.
"My child I did not mean to scare you, please forgive me," the woman now spoke aloud.
"Exactly who are you?" Athena asked warily
Phoebe now awake strode over to the bed and in a rush exclaimed, "This is the Lady Galadriel, and she helped us get better and you two for you have been asleep for almost 2 days!"
Athena was now struggling to comprehend everything, and worry could be clearly seen on her face. Galadriel seeing this turned to the teenagers and said, "Maybe you should go outside while I talk to your cousin I think I can hear Haldir coming here now why don't you go join him?," although it was not said as a suggestion but more as an order.
Alec and Phoebe looked from Athena to Galadriel and back again before going towards the door which was now occupied by a person.
"Milady I hope you feel better and accept my apologies from when we first meet. I did not know that you did not understand Elvish," said the person who was obviously Haldir.
"Haldir, it is good that you have come, but perhaps you could entertain the young ones while I talk to Athena about why she is here," spoke Galadriel, "Maybe you could try to teach them some archery?"
With the thought of trying something new Alec and Phoebe jumped up and went to join Haldir at the door.
"It would be my pleasure," bowing to Galadriel, and turning to Athena he continued, "I hope you get better soon Lady Athena." Taking his leave along with the two teenagers he left Galadriel and Athena.
Athena through all of this was trying to comprehend all that was being said around her, but the word that stuck out most was Elvish!. Of course if this woman was Galadriel then that would mean she was also an elf - as well as Haldir. 'But how could that be?' she asked herself, 'This must be a dream!'
"Nay my child it is not, I am an elf, and I have much to tell you, but first are you hungry?" asked Galadriel
Athena stopped her thought to think about this question when she realised that indeed she was hungry, "Yes I am, Where can I get some food?" she asked
Galadriel passed her a tray of soup and bread while saying, "Here this should fill you for the time being. While you eat I shall try to explain as best I can, is this okay by you?"
"Yes it is fine," Athena said while taking the spoon off the tray and eyeing the soup hungrily.
Galadriel sat down in the chair by the window and made herself comfortable before turning her attention back to Athena. Looking at her she began her story, "A few years ago a dream came to me from Manwe, most beloved of the valar, and to me he said:
'In years to come a female called Athena, who is not of this world shall come and she shall bring with her two of her kin, the last of her kin. The boy that comes with her will be called Alec, the Defender of Man, and the girl Phoebe, the Shining One. Alec is destined to follow and help the heir of Isildur claim his rightful place amongst men, while Phoebe has the gift of far-sight. She will see events that are to happen and will be of great aide in the coming dark times. The women Athena apart from having the task of guarding these two till that reach proper age, ( and for my story that is 18 years old) will greatly aid in helping the elves through her wisdom and love.'" Galadriel finished speaking looked out the window.
At the mention of love Athena spluttered her soup out of her mouth and turned to Galadriel saying, "Love! What do you mean by love?"
Galadriel turning and catching Athena's eyes said, "There are many ways to love Athena and you will learn this through time. What I have not told you yet is very important. If you have not noticed yet you are an elf. The Valar thought that since you where to be of great importance to the elves that it would be fitting that you where an elf. Your cousins are only half- elven though, because for some reason the gods would allow them to chose when they turn 20 whether they stay an elf and become immortal or become of men and live a mortal life."
Athena tried to digest the information as best as possible before quietly stating, "This is not a dream is it? Am I really an elf? Immortal?"
"You are both an elf and immortal. I know this comes as a shock, but please try to understand. You will come to enjoy your new life here and I and others can teach you many things," said Galadriel, "Do not worry about your old life, I know you think of this just now but unfortunately you are stuck here there is no way for you to return. I hope that although the change is great you will come to love the elves as I know the will come to love you and your cousins." With that Galadriel stood to leave, but at the door she turned and said, "I have spoken to your cousins already and they know what lies ahead. Do not worry for them either as they will understand in time and be happy as shall you, for I have seen it." She the turned and left Athena to ponder over what she had told her.
Ok here is Chapter 2. I hope you enjoy it. I forgot to mention that this story starts five years before the fellowship of the ring, but will continue till the end of the lord of the rings - at least I think for now.
symbolises the English translation of the elvish
Oh and before I forget I do not own Lord of the Rings!
Nolwe Chapter 2
Athena woke to find herself lying on leaves, in the middle of what appeared to be a clearing of some sort in a forest. Sitting up and remembering Alec and Phoebe, Athena quickly stood up and spun around looking for her cousins, finding them unconscious on the ground about three meters from her. Walking over to where they lay, she began shaking them in a hope to rouse them, but neither of her cousins would wake. So Athena decided that she would take a quick look around the forest nearby before returning to see if they had awaken. Looking around Athena started to realise that they where nowhere where they should be. Thinking to herself she didn't watch were she was going and almost stumbled into what appeared to be a gathering of the hideous looking creatures. Even from where she stood which was at least 20 meters away she could smell a foul scent coming from them. While trying not to throw up she quietly turned around and as fast as she could headed back towards her cousins. Her presence to the creatures went unnoticed until she accidentally slipped on a rock which was covered with moss. The creatures by now had stopped their discussion and turned to look for the source of the sound. Athena layed as quietly as possible but it was already to late.
"Over there!" exclaimed one of the creatures, while brandishing in his right hand what looked to be a sword.
With no further warning all of the creatures jumped up and started to draw their weapons while approaching to the area where Athena lay. Not needing any more inanition, Athena sprung from where she lay and ran as fast as possible. She thought she would be able to out the before arrows started to fly at here from behind. Desperately now trying to run and take cover at the same time Athena focused her thoughts onto her cousins which to her knowledge where still unconscious in the clearing up ahead. 'How will I escape these animals' she thought, but was interrupted when she felt a sharp pain shooting up her leg. Looking down she could see and arrow sticking through the back of her thigh. Running was now hard as with every step on her right leg were the arrow was, the pain seemed to be like a fire burning fiercely through her veins. Suddenly she heard a cry coming from behind and one of the creatures which had caught up to her was now attempting to hurt her with their sword. Before he could inflict any damage though, a shower of arrows came towards the creatures from the trees surrounding her. Within a blink there now seemed to be what looked like at least 10 tall humans fighting the creatures. Athena, who was now struggling to stay awake as she had lost a lot of blood from her arrow wound, found herself being approached by what appeared to be the leader of these 'humans'.
"Mani na a lle umien?who are you?" he asked,
Athena was trying to think this over when all of a sudden the man raised his bow towards her, well so it seemed. Notching an arrow he the said, "Tiraten rashwe!Look out!", but since Athena could not understand him she became scared, wondering what she should do. Without warning the man released the arrow and instead of hitting her like she thought it would, it zoomed straight past her and into one of the creatures behind her. Startled Athena felt sick in the stomach and before she could comprehend what was happening she fainted.
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Athena felt the blackness slip away and she found herself staring at the ceiling of a room. Startled by her surroundings she went to get up, but found herself being pushed back into the covers by a pair of hands. She them realised that she was not alone. Looking around she saw Phoebe asleep in a chair near the window and by her bedside was Alec and a beautiful woman. The light that radiated from the woman was almost at first unbearable, but soon enough her eyes began to adjust. The first thing that popped into her mind was 'where on earth was she?'
'You are no where on earth my child, but in Middle Earth, more specifically Lothlorien' a voice said to her mind.
Surprised Athena fell out of bed.
"My child I did not mean to scare you, please forgive me," the woman now spoke aloud.
"Exactly who are you?" Athena asked warily
Phoebe now awake strode over to the bed and in a rush exclaimed, "This is the Lady Galadriel, and she helped us get better and you two for you have been asleep for almost 2 days!"
Athena was now struggling to comprehend everything, and worry could be clearly seen on her face. Galadriel seeing this turned to the teenagers and said, "Maybe you should go outside while I talk to your cousin I think I can hear Haldir coming here now why don't you go join him?," although it was not said as a suggestion but more as an order.
Alec and Phoebe looked from Athena to Galadriel and back again before going towards the door which was now occupied by a person.
"Milady I hope you feel better and accept my apologies from when we first meet. I did not know that you did not understand Elvish," said the person who was obviously Haldir.
"Haldir, it is good that you have come, but perhaps you could entertain the young ones while I talk to Athena about why she is here," spoke Galadriel, "Maybe you could try to teach them some archery?"
With the thought of trying something new Alec and Phoebe jumped up and went to join Haldir at the door.
"It would be my pleasure," bowing to Galadriel, and turning to Athena he continued, "I hope you get better soon Lady Athena." Taking his leave along with the two teenagers he left Galadriel and Athena.
Athena through all of this was trying to comprehend all that was being said around her, but the word that stuck out most was Elvish!. Of course if this woman was Galadriel then that would mean she was also an elf - as well as Haldir. 'But how could that be?' she asked herself, 'This must be a dream!'
"Nay my child it is not, I am an elf, and I have much to tell you, but first are you hungry?" asked Galadriel
Athena stopped her thought to think about this question when she realised that indeed she was hungry, "Yes I am, Where can I get some food?" she asked
Galadriel passed her a tray of soup and bread while saying, "Here this should fill you for the time being. While you eat I shall try to explain as best I can, is this okay by you?"
"Yes it is fine," Athena said while taking the spoon off the tray and eyeing the soup hungrily.
Galadriel sat down in the chair by the window and made herself comfortable before turning her attention back to Athena. Looking at her she began her story, "A few years ago a dream came to me from Manwe, most beloved of the valar, and to me he said:
'In years to come a female called Athena, who is not of this world shall come and she shall bring with her two of her kin, the last of her kin. The boy that comes with her will be called Alec, the Defender of Man, and the girl Phoebe, the Shining One. Alec is destined to follow and help the heir of Isildur claim his rightful place amongst men, while Phoebe has the gift of far-sight. She will see events that are to happen and will be of great aide in the coming dark times. The women Athena apart from having the task of guarding these two till that reach proper age, ( and for my story that is 18 years old) will greatly aid in helping the elves through her wisdom and love.'" Galadriel finished speaking looked out the window.
At the mention of love Athena spluttered her soup out of her mouth and turned to Galadriel saying, "Love! What do you mean by love?"
Galadriel turning and catching Athena's eyes said, "There are many ways to love Athena and you will learn this through time. What I have not told you yet is very important. If you have not noticed yet you are an elf. The Valar thought that since you where to be of great importance to the elves that it would be fitting that you where an elf. Your cousins are only half- elven though, because for some reason the gods would allow them to chose when they turn 20 whether they stay an elf and become immortal or become of men and live a mortal life."
Athena tried to digest the information as best as possible before quietly stating, "This is not a dream is it? Am I really an elf? Immortal?"
"You are both an elf and immortal. I know this comes as a shock, but please try to understand. You will come to enjoy your new life here and I and others can teach you many things," said Galadriel, "Do not worry about your old life, I know you think of this just now but unfortunately you are stuck here there is no way for you to return. I hope that although the change is great you will come to love the elves as I know the will come to love you and your cousins." With that Galadriel stood to leave, but at the door she turned and said, "I have spoken to your cousins already and they know what lies ahead. Do not worry for them either as they will understand in time and be happy as shall you, for I have seen it." She the turned and left Athena to ponder over what she had told her.