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Nolwe Chapter 5
For the next 2 years Nolwe, Atanvardo and Calale trained in each of their particular fields, and learnt much of the elves as well. All could now speak and write both Quenya and Sindarin, and knew of the more common known elvish customs and lore, but that is where the similarities in their education ended.
Atanvardo was becoming more confident in his fighting skills. Having become proficient in the bow earlier than anticipated, they had now moved onto the sword. Quickly he was showing himself to becoming a fierce warrior.
Calale had continued her archery lessons until they were thought adequate enough by Haldir in case the need for self defence ever arouse, and her lessons with Galadriel came along smoothly. She had become more aware of her dreams and slowly with time was beginning to be able to interpret them.
Out of all the three Nolwe was the busiest. After one try at the bow she decided that she would never touch one again and the archery lessons where left at that. On hearing this Lord Celeborn gave her a pair of small daggers saying, "Take these as a gift from the lady and myself, they may be of use to you one day." Seeing her confusion he added, "The lady and I do not want you to roam unprotected." Looking at the daggers for the first time she could see that a master craftsman had made them. All the way down the two blades were designs and word written in elvish. Taking the two blades she placed them in her pocket and thanked the Lord for the Lady's and his kindness.
"My child you are sent to us be the valar and we are thankful in you coming, please do not think of it," Lord Celeborn said while placing an arm on her shoulder guiding her to that days lessons.
Over the 2 years Athena learned lots of Middle Earth and quite regularly could be found reading books in Lothlorien's library or talking to one of the many advisers to the Lord and Lady. She attended all the council meetings and played a part in most of the decisions made. There was little time left for her to see her cousins and before Athena knew what was happening she found herself in Galadriel's study about a month before Atanvardo's 17th birthday.
********Nolwe's POV**********
"Sit down Nolwe, I have some things to tell you," Galadriel spoke with a hint of sorrow in her voice, "I have spoken to Haldir about Atanvardo's progress and we have decided that it is time for him to finish his training."
"Well that makes sense, no point in stopping halfway," I thought, "So when will he finish his training?"
"He will finish his training on his 18th birthday, but until that time he will now be training in the way of the sword with Lord Glorfindel, of Rivendell. Even now he and my grandsons Elrohir and Elladan ride towards Lothlorien to take Atanvardo back with them to Rivendell." Galadriel added, "I have spoken to Atanvardo about this and he understands what he has to do. I know you worry, but if he is to help Aragorn, son of Arathorn, Isildur's heir to fight the evil then it is necessary for him to go."
I was shocked, and for awhile I said nothing. 'If Atanvardo goes to Rivendell what about Calale and myself?' I thought, 'Will I see him before he goes on this quest with Aragorn?'
"You will see Atanvardo again. You and Calale will join him in Rivendell for his 18th birthday, where he will go with Aragorn, Elrohir and Elladan to train in the wild. In the mean time why don't you visit your cousins, before Atanvardo leaves? I know time has not been made available, and it now has been several weeks since you last saw them. They miss you." Said Galadriel
I was dumbstruck. Noticing that Galadriel had actually left the study, I got up and went to find my cousins, we had a lot to talk about. Walking out of the Talen(I had now discovered what they were called) I headed for the dining hall were I knew my cousins, Haldir and Veneawen would be all sitting down, talking over dinner.
Entering the room, and just as I predicted there they all were, sitting at a table and laughing. I took a moment to take in the scene before me, considering as Galadriel said it had been several weeks, more than 5 weeks to be precise since I had last seen them. Atanvardo and Calale had grown yet again, and soon I am sure she will surpass me in height, she already had in beauty. Standing just below 5'9", she had a willowy figure with all the right curves, and had grown her hair long in the fashion of the elves. Complete with a peaches and cream complexion and aquamarine eyes, Calale was certaintly turning into a beauty. Atanvardo on the other hand was still at that awkward stage were he had grown tall but had yet to fill out. He also had grown his hair out but it only just reached the tip of his shoulders. 'He will definitely be a looker' I thought. It was then that Haldir noticed me and motioned me to come over. Approaching the table space was made for me, and I sat down between Calale and Veneawen.
"Well isn't this a pleasant surprise?" I said taking a plate and filling it with food
"Ah! cousin I see you have decided to grace us with your presence," Atanvardo said with humour in his voice, "I thought that they were keeping you as a slave in the library!"
Everyone at the table laughed, although to some point I wondered if I had not been giving my cousins the attention they needed, they were still considered children - maybe I should have spent some more time with them.
Seeing the expression on my face Veneawen whispered to me, "He only jests you know. Both Atanvardo and Calale understand that you have much to do and they are fine Haldir and I see to that."
I smiled thankfully at my friend and her husband. Yes that's right in the two years we had been here they had married, and all of us were very happy for them. Turning to Atanvardo I asked, "So when where you going to tell me about Rivendell?" Atanvardo seemed to have the grace to blush, "I knew that you might be upset Nolwe, and so I thought it best it came from Galadriel, since she seems to be a mother for all of us when we need it."
"I am not upset since I know I will see you again, I just wish you had told me earlier, for I would have made time to see you more before you are off. I know it is what you must do Atanvardo." I said with a sad smile. Turning to Calale I said, "So how do your studies go? See anything interesting in the future for me?" I asked jokingly
Calale frowned and then said, "How do you know about that? I only had the dream two nights ago about you and another elf. You seemed to be very intimate."
I was shocked. My mouth opening and closing like a fish. Recovering, I asked, "What did he look like?"
Calale laughed and said, "Some things are better left unsaid and this is one of those things I suspect." Turning to Atanvardo she asked, "When do you leave?"
"Two weeks from tomorrow. I am so excited. To be meeting Glorfindel, the elf who braved a Balrog!" Atanvardo exclaimed. Like most men the rest of the evening went into hearing the tales about Glorfindel.
The next few days flew by and soon there were shouts coming through Lothlorien at the arrival of the Rivendell elves. Knowing I had to be at the platform that Galadriel and Celeborn greeted all their guests on, I quickly headed for that area hoping that I would make it on time. Walking with my heads in the clouds I didn't realise I had arrived until I bumped into Atanvardo, who in turn bumped into Calale, who in turn began ta fall down the stairs. She had only slipped a few steps before a cry was heard and several more bodies could be heard falling. 'Oh the valar!' I thought, 'What have I done?' looking around widely I made a small squeak before rushing down the stairs were I saw my cousin being helped up by a golden haired elf. 'Please let that not be Glorfindel' were my first thoughts, which were soon followed by, 'What have I done?'
Haldir by now had gathered what little was left of his wits before turning to Calale with an expression of anger, "What do you think you were doing Calale?"
I thought I should tell them it was my fault so hesitantly I said, "Do not be angry Haldir, it was my fault. I accidentally bumped in Atanvardo, who bumped in Calale." not saying the rest because everyone had guessed what had happened after that. Haldir did not look pleased, but hey what could I do about it? So going on I said in my most forgiving voice, "Please forgive me." I decided to bow low to add for the effect. It seemed the Valar was on my side today since all our guest then burst into laughter as Haldir mumbled something about the most clumsy elf in Middle Earth. Deciding that I was safe I rushed over to Calale and asked, "Are you okay?"
She turned to me and said, "I think I may have hurt my wrist in the fall, I can't move it without hurting."
I looked at her wrist and realised that she had twisted something bad on her way down. Now I felt really bad. "I will take you to the healers then," turning to Haldir I added, "I think I have held up our guests long enough. You should take them to meet Lady Galadriel and Lord Celeborn." Haldir nodded in agreement, and motioned for the elves to follow him. Before they left though I noticed one of the dark haired elves looking at Calale. I smiled to myself while thinking, 'This should be interesting."
Nolwe Chapter 5
For the next 2 years Nolwe, Atanvardo and Calale trained in each of their particular fields, and learnt much of the elves as well. All could now speak and write both Quenya and Sindarin, and knew of the more common known elvish customs and lore, but that is where the similarities in their education ended.
Atanvardo was becoming more confident in his fighting skills. Having become proficient in the bow earlier than anticipated, they had now moved onto the sword. Quickly he was showing himself to becoming a fierce warrior.
Calale had continued her archery lessons until they were thought adequate enough by Haldir in case the need for self defence ever arouse, and her lessons with Galadriel came along smoothly. She had become more aware of her dreams and slowly with time was beginning to be able to interpret them.
Out of all the three Nolwe was the busiest. After one try at the bow she decided that she would never touch one again and the archery lessons where left at that. On hearing this Lord Celeborn gave her a pair of small daggers saying, "Take these as a gift from the lady and myself, they may be of use to you one day." Seeing her confusion he added, "The lady and I do not want you to roam unprotected." Looking at the daggers for the first time she could see that a master craftsman had made them. All the way down the two blades were designs and word written in elvish. Taking the two blades she placed them in her pocket and thanked the Lord for the Lady's and his kindness.
"My child you are sent to us be the valar and we are thankful in you coming, please do not think of it," Lord Celeborn said while placing an arm on her shoulder guiding her to that days lessons.
Over the 2 years Athena learned lots of Middle Earth and quite regularly could be found reading books in Lothlorien's library or talking to one of the many advisers to the Lord and Lady. She attended all the council meetings and played a part in most of the decisions made. There was little time left for her to see her cousins and before Athena knew what was happening she found herself in Galadriel's study about a month before Atanvardo's 17th birthday.
********Nolwe's POV**********
"Sit down Nolwe, I have some things to tell you," Galadriel spoke with a hint of sorrow in her voice, "I have spoken to Haldir about Atanvardo's progress and we have decided that it is time for him to finish his training."
"Well that makes sense, no point in stopping halfway," I thought, "So when will he finish his training?"
"He will finish his training on his 18th birthday, but until that time he will now be training in the way of the sword with Lord Glorfindel, of Rivendell. Even now he and my grandsons Elrohir and Elladan ride towards Lothlorien to take Atanvardo back with them to Rivendell." Galadriel added, "I have spoken to Atanvardo about this and he understands what he has to do. I know you worry, but if he is to help Aragorn, son of Arathorn, Isildur's heir to fight the evil then it is necessary for him to go."
I was shocked, and for awhile I said nothing. 'If Atanvardo goes to Rivendell what about Calale and myself?' I thought, 'Will I see him before he goes on this quest with Aragorn?'
"You will see Atanvardo again. You and Calale will join him in Rivendell for his 18th birthday, where he will go with Aragorn, Elrohir and Elladan to train in the wild. In the mean time why don't you visit your cousins, before Atanvardo leaves? I know time has not been made available, and it now has been several weeks since you last saw them. They miss you." Said Galadriel
I was dumbstruck. Noticing that Galadriel had actually left the study, I got up and went to find my cousins, we had a lot to talk about. Walking out of the Talen(I had now discovered what they were called) I headed for the dining hall were I knew my cousins, Haldir and Veneawen would be all sitting down, talking over dinner.
Entering the room, and just as I predicted there they all were, sitting at a table and laughing. I took a moment to take in the scene before me, considering as Galadriel said it had been several weeks, more than 5 weeks to be precise since I had last seen them. Atanvardo and Calale had grown yet again, and soon I am sure she will surpass me in height, she already had in beauty. Standing just below 5'9", she had a willowy figure with all the right curves, and had grown her hair long in the fashion of the elves. Complete with a peaches and cream complexion and aquamarine eyes, Calale was certaintly turning into a beauty. Atanvardo on the other hand was still at that awkward stage were he had grown tall but had yet to fill out. He also had grown his hair out but it only just reached the tip of his shoulders. 'He will definitely be a looker' I thought. It was then that Haldir noticed me and motioned me to come over. Approaching the table space was made for me, and I sat down between Calale and Veneawen.
"Well isn't this a pleasant surprise?" I said taking a plate and filling it with food
"Ah! cousin I see you have decided to grace us with your presence," Atanvardo said with humour in his voice, "I thought that they were keeping you as a slave in the library!"
Everyone at the table laughed, although to some point I wondered if I had not been giving my cousins the attention they needed, they were still considered children - maybe I should have spent some more time with them.
Seeing the expression on my face Veneawen whispered to me, "He only jests you know. Both Atanvardo and Calale understand that you have much to do and they are fine Haldir and I see to that."
I smiled thankfully at my friend and her husband. Yes that's right in the two years we had been here they had married, and all of us were very happy for them. Turning to Atanvardo I asked, "So when where you going to tell me about Rivendell?" Atanvardo seemed to have the grace to blush, "I knew that you might be upset Nolwe, and so I thought it best it came from Galadriel, since she seems to be a mother for all of us when we need it."
"I am not upset since I know I will see you again, I just wish you had told me earlier, for I would have made time to see you more before you are off. I know it is what you must do Atanvardo." I said with a sad smile. Turning to Calale I said, "So how do your studies go? See anything interesting in the future for me?" I asked jokingly
Calale frowned and then said, "How do you know about that? I only had the dream two nights ago about you and another elf. You seemed to be very intimate."
I was shocked. My mouth opening and closing like a fish. Recovering, I asked, "What did he look like?"
Calale laughed and said, "Some things are better left unsaid and this is one of those things I suspect." Turning to Atanvardo she asked, "When do you leave?"
"Two weeks from tomorrow. I am so excited. To be meeting Glorfindel, the elf who braved a Balrog!" Atanvardo exclaimed. Like most men the rest of the evening went into hearing the tales about Glorfindel.
The next few days flew by and soon there were shouts coming through Lothlorien at the arrival of the Rivendell elves. Knowing I had to be at the platform that Galadriel and Celeborn greeted all their guests on, I quickly headed for that area hoping that I would make it on time. Walking with my heads in the clouds I didn't realise I had arrived until I bumped into Atanvardo, who in turn bumped into Calale, who in turn began ta fall down the stairs. She had only slipped a few steps before a cry was heard and several more bodies could be heard falling. 'Oh the valar!' I thought, 'What have I done?' looking around widely I made a small squeak before rushing down the stairs were I saw my cousin being helped up by a golden haired elf. 'Please let that not be Glorfindel' were my first thoughts, which were soon followed by, 'What have I done?'
Haldir by now had gathered what little was left of his wits before turning to Calale with an expression of anger, "What do you think you were doing Calale?"
I thought I should tell them it was my fault so hesitantly I said, "Do not be angry Haldir, it was my fault. I accidentally bumped in Atanvardo, who bumped in Calale." not saying the rest because everyone had guessed what had happened after that. Haldir did not look pleased, but hey what could I do about it? So going on I said in my most forgiving voice, "Please forgive me." I decided to bow low to add for the effect. It seemed the Valar was on my side today since all our guest then burst into laughter as Haldir mumbled something about the most clumsy elf in Middle Earth. Deciding that I was safe I rushed over to Calale and asked, "Are you okay?"
She turned to me and said, "I think I may have hurt my wrist in the fall, I can't move it without hurting."
I looked at her wrist and realised that she had twisted something bad on her way down. Now I felt really bad. "I will take you to the healers then," turning to Haldir I added, "I think I have held up our guests long enough. You should take them to meet Lady Galadriel and Lord Celeborn." Haldir nodded in agreement, and motioned for the elves to follow him. Before they left though I noticed one of the dark haired elves looking at Calale. I smiled to myself while thinking, 'This should be interesting."