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Nolwe Chapter 7
After Atanvardo's departure I once again got caught up in the whirl of life, but for once I was not alone, I had Calale with me this time. We no longer had lessons in the morning with Veneawen, much to our dismay, but instead found ourselves immersed in learning how to ride and survival in the wild. In the afternoon we continued with our usual activities. Months went by, and the time for out departure to Rivendell was approaching. I was just finishing packing the last of my clothes, chucking aside my normal dresses for leggings and tunics, when Calale came to collect me to goes down to the horses. Picking up my heavy pack(a girl never packs enough) I took one last look around my room. 'Farewell Lothlorien, my home' I thought walking down the steps. Galadriel and Celeborn had organised for four of the guard to escort us to Rivendell. On my part I was glad they were coming, since I did not really know how to defend myself well. At the bottom of the stairs I was greeted by the Lady and the Lord of the woods.
"You have learnt everything we could possibly teach you. Use what you have learnt wisely, I am sure Lord Elrond and Glorfindel will gladly accept the opinion of you." Galadriel said walking up to me, "With your parting I give you a gift Nolwe. I hope that it reminds you of the family that you have left here. Celeborn and myself could be no more proud than we already are."
Celeborn placed a necklace over my head as well as Calales. Looking at it, it was a simple chain with a small mallorn leaf charm dangling from it. "It is made from mithril my dear, so please treasure it and hold it close to your heart.," He then handed me a third one saying, "Give this to Atanvardo on behalf of us when he comes of age, and tell him what it means. It may comfort him in the journey ahead."
Standing back Calale and myself mounted our horses and I turned to Galadriel, Celeborn, Haldir and Veneawen, "Thankyou my friends and family. Tenna' ento lye omentauntil next we meet" Urging the horse into a walk I focused on the path ahead. 'I will not cry' I thought, but alas the tears came. 'Oh well! At least I will soon be with Atanvardo again, and maybe I could nudge Calale and Elrohir together. A young love, how sweet' Thinking this over I wondered when I would meet the destined love of my life, personally I never believed in that stuff, so I never really believed I would find love. It almost made me feel giddy thinking I had a soul mate. My thought then flowed over to Rivendell and I imagined what it would be like. Calale and myself spent most of our time gossiping about how we thought it would look. Days turned to weeks and soon we approached Rivendell. About ½ hours ride from the river Bruinen, when the guards with us all of a sudden snapped to attention.
"Milady I think we are being hunted be orcs!" One of the guards cried but he was interrupted by arrows shooting through the air. Orcs suddenly appeared around us, there was about 10 of them and already one of the guards had been killed.
I had studied the maps of Middle Earth enough to know that I could probably make it to Rivendell from here on my own. Calling to Calale I said, "Quickly follow me, I am riding for Rivendell, we have no hope here." Urging my horse into a gallop I headed to the river. Letting Calale ride ahead, so I could she was okay, I turned around to see if they had followed us, or had stayed to fight the guards. Seeing no one I breathed a sigh of release, 'Maybe we actually have a chance of living here.' I thought with joy. My bubble burst about 30 seconds later. Ahead there were more orcs, waiting as if expecting us. With a battle cry they approached us and soon we were surrounded. Pulling both of us off our horses, and then killing the animals they grunted to each other before grabbing us by the hair and leading them towards their camp. Calale who had started to cry was hit across the head so hard it knocked her out. I struggled against the orc holding me to get to her, but before I knew what was happening a felt a sharp pain in my arm. Looking down I saw that the vulgar creature had stabbed me with one of my daggers. Crying freely by now, I lost all hope. We reached camp and I was dumped next to Calale who was still out cold. 'Lucky her,' I thought. Lying down I let the darkness overtake me. I knew I was losing blood, and maybe it was better that I would not be awake to see what would happen to me.
I woke up to the sound of fighting. I must have not been well because I found it difficult to focus. Trying to stand I collapsed, the pain was to much. A pair of firm hands caught me before I hit the ground. Trying to catch a glimpse of who held me I tried to turn around but I was lifted onto a horse and a strong arm held me in place. I could see Calale, she was with another rider being held.
"Who are you?" I croaked
"Do not worry Lady, I am taking you to Rivendell. Sleep," and putting a hand on my forehead I felt warmth and fell asleep.
********************Rivendell************************
********Nolwe POV***********
As the sun came to my eyes, I tried to bury my face deeper into the pillow hoping that it would go away so I could go back to sleep. Then it occurred to me that my face was in a pillow. My thoughts drifted back to last night and of Calale and the orcs. Then there were the men who rescued us.
"Quel andune Arwen en amin Nolwe.good afternoon lady Nolwe" An elf who sat next to me said.
Looking I realised that Glorfindel sat next to me. I gaped before asking, "Where is Calale? Is she hurt? How long have I been asleep? Who saved me? Where is Atanvardo? How did you know that orcs had attacked us? And did I not say to just call me Nolwe LORD Glorfindel?" I emphasised the last part, hopefully making a point, then thinking I asked lastly, "Is this Rivendell?"
Glorfindel laughed, "Calale is actually with Atanvardo as we speak. They are talking to Lord Elrond about some visions Calale has been having, but now you are awake I am sure they will come pester you with their problems. You have been asleep for 2 days now, but only because of the amount of blood you lost.."
"Nolwe!" exclaimed Atanvardo and Calale at the same time running to my bed and plopping down in a heap at the other end, "We thought you would never wake up, even though Lord Elrond said you would, I guess I needed to see it to believe it."
"If you have finished interrupting?" Glorfindel turned and looked at the two with a smile, "Your saviour in none other than Lord Elrond. The orc party had been sighted by Elladan and Elrohir. Knowing that you were arrive that day, they came to Rivendell and told their father and myself. We left as soon as we could, but obviously to late. Amin hiraethaI'm sorry, but you are better and tonight there is a feast."
'Wow! I am in Rivendell' I thought, but I had yet to meet the master of this place. "So when do I get to meet the esteemed Lord of Imladris?" I asked
"Unfortunately my father is busy until this evening, but you will be sitting with him and Glorfindel at the high table, so I am sure that you can talk then." Said a female elf from the door, "My name is Arwen, and as I am sure you have guessed I am Lord Elrond's daughter." Turning to Glorfindel and Atanvardo she spoke, "You should leave us girls alone, to get ready for the feast. It is already late afternoon, and I fear that you two have a lot to do anyway."
Glorfindel and Atanvardo took one look at the girls and hastily said their goodbyes. Well I thought this should be interesting. Getting courage I asked Arwen about Rivendell, "So what is Rivendell like? I know you have been to Lothlorien, you grandparents speak very fondly of you Lady Arwen."
Arwen laughed at my formality, "Please Arwen, and may I call you Nolwe?" Nodding my head she continued, "I love my home very much. It is so very beautiful, although their is another that I love more, but it is not a place but a person. Calale seems to like Rivendell, and their are PARTS of Rivendell that seem to like her!"
Calale had the grace to blush before I asked, "Oh and what parts of Rivendell do you like?" I knew what Arwen spoke of but decided not to embarrass her too much.
She answered with, "I am not sure yet, there is much I am yet to see. I will have my chance tomorrow for Elrohir has offered to show us around Nolwe."
'More like you I thought,' but I stopped that thought. Continuing to giggle and talk like three sisters, we all went to Arwen's rooms where we got ready for the feast. Arwen lent me and Calale dresses as the orcs had destroyed everything we had. Arwen chose to a dress wear red with gold trimming, Calale choose a dress that would match the colour of her eyes, that also had gold trimming, and I choose a violet dress with silver trimming. After setting our hair and finishing with make up and perfume I slipped the necklace that Galadriel and Celeborn around my neck before motioning to Arwen and Calale that I was ready.
When Arwen saw me she smiled and said, "So it is true about what my grandmother said, you really do have a great natural beauty. I wonder how many suitors father shall have to fight off for you here." She laughed at he last part but then blushed mumbling something under her breath.
'Hmm, Galadriel and Celeborn must have told Elrond to look after me as well, and I guess that includes scaring of any eligible bachelors.' I thought. 'I wish I would just meet the elf that I am supposed to fall happily ever after in love with and be done with it.'
Calale then stopped and looked around asking, "Arwen in the two days I have been here, I have not seen your mother. Where is she?"
Damm, but then Calale had never read the books so she didn't know. Arwen looked down before saying, "My mother like you was attacked by orcs, but unfortunately they killed her before anyone could save her."
Seeing the distress in her eyes I said, "We have all lost our parents at one point. Maybe we can see each other as sisters from now on and that when we need comfort we will be there for each other." With a grin we all shook hands in agreement before entering the dining hall. The sight that greeted us there was amazing. In Lothlorien all the tables and chairs are made of light coloured wood whereas in Rivendell, the wood was a rich dark colour. Everything looked expensive and the food looked delicious. I then realised how hungry I was since I had not eaten in 3 days. I was shown to the high table were already Elladan, Elrohir, and Atanvardo sat. Arwen sat down placing Calale subtly between herself and Elrohir. She motioned for me to sit across from her next to Atanvardo empty chair on my other side.
Settling my dress around me as I sat in the chair, I realised that the hall had gone quiet. Looking towards the door I saw Glorfindel with a dark haired man 'Maybe Aragorn' I thought, and a dark haired elf that looked much like the twins but with an air of authority surrounding him, 'Must be lord Elrond'. Looking at him closer I realised that he was one of the most beautiful elves I had ever laid eyes on. Standing tall with pride and much grace he looked every part of a elven leader with long dark hair and a face of an angel with slightly tanned skin. He had high cheekbones and rose hued lips, but carried a serious expression on that face. A circlet of mithril, which had been fashioned by a master craftsman adorned his head, and fitting for the status that he was stationed.
I continued watching them walk over to the table. Glorfindel looked up and noticed me staring, and again a small smile tugging at his lips. 'I am going to beat him one day if he doesn't stop doing that' I thought thinking over all the times he looked at me like that. I really hate it when someone knows something about you that you do not.
A nudge from Atanvardo brought me back to reality and I realised everyone at the table was standing because Lord Elrond had arrived and was standing next to me. Standing with as much dignity as I could muster, I turned and was about to say something when I saw his eyes. They were a shining grey, if such a colour could exist. They were also the kind of eyes that did not miss much, cunning and intelligent. Now I bushed because I realised I was staring I bowed my head and said, "Lord Elrond I thankyou for your kind hospitality. It was unfortunate that we were not able to first meet in better circumstances."
Lord Elrond put a hand on my shoulder and said, "Lady Nolwe I welcome you to Rivendell. Galadriel has spoke much about you and I know that you will be of great use to the elves here. It is I that thanks you." He then proceeded to sit in the chair next to me and dinner started.
Nolwe Chapter 7
After Atanvardo's departure I once again got caught up in the whirl of life, but for once I was not alone, I had Calale with me this time. We no longer had lessons in the morning with Veneawen, much to our dismay, but instead found ourselves immersed in learning how to ride and survival in the wild. In the afternoon we continued with our usual activities. Months went by, and the time for out departure to Rivendell was approaching. I was just finishing packing the last of my clothes, chucking aside my normal dresses for leggings and tunics, when Calale came to collect me to goes down to the horses. Picking up my heavy pack(a girl never packs enough) I took one last look around my room. 'Farewell Lothlorien, my home' I thought walking down the steps. Galadriel and Celeborn had organised for four of the guard to escort us to Rivendell. On my part I was glad they were coming, since I did not really know how to defend myself well. At the bottom of the stairs I was greeted by the Lady and the Lord of the woods.
"You have learnt everything we could possibly teach you. Use what you have learnt wisely, I am sure Lord Elrond and Glorfindel will gladly accept the opinion of you." Galadriel said walking up to me, "With your parting I give you a gift Nolwe. I hope that it reminds you of the family that you have left here. Celeborn and myself could be no more proud than we already are."
Celeborn placed a necklace over my head as well as Calales. Looking at it, it was a simple chain with a small mallorn leaf charm dangling from it. "It is made from mithril my dear, so please treasure it and hold it close to your heart.," He then handed me a third one saying, "Give this to Atanvardo on behalf of us when he comes of age, and tell him what it means. It may comfort him in the journey ahead."
Standing back Calale and myself mounted our horses and I turned to Galadriel, Celeborn, Haldir and Veneawen, "Thankyou my friends and family. Tenna' ento lye omentauntil next we meet" Urging the horse into a walk I focused on the path ahead. 'I will not cry' I thought, but alas the tears came. 'Oh well! At least I will soon be with Atanvardo again, and maybe I could nudge Calale and Elrohir together. A young love, how sweet' Thinking this over I wondered when I would meet the destined love of my life, personally I never believed in that stuff, so I never really believed I would find love. It almost made me feel giddy thinking I had a soul mate. My thought then flowed over to Rivendell and I imagined what it would be like. Calale and myself spent most of our time gossiping about how we thought it would look. Days turned to weeks and soon we approached Rivendell. About ½ hours ride from the river Bruinen, when the guards with us all of a sudden snapped to attention.
"Milady I think we are being hunted be orcs!" One of the guards cried but he was interrupted by arrows shooting through the air. Orcs suddenly appeared around us, there was about 10 of them and already one of the guards had been killed.
I had studied the maps of Middle Earth enough to know that I could probably make it to Rivendell from here on my own. Calling to Calale I said, "Quickly follow me, I am riding for Rivendell, we have no hope here." Urging my horse into a gallop I headed to the river. Letting Calale ride ahead, so I could she was okay, I turned around to see if they had followed us, or had stayed to fight the guards. Seeing no one I breathed a sigh of release, 'Maybe we actually have a chance of living here.' I thought with joy. My bubble burst about 30 seconds later. Ahead there were more orcs, waiting as if expecting us. With a battle cry they approached us and soon we were surrounded. Pulling both of us off our horses, and then killing the animals they grunted to each other before grabbing us by the hair and leading them towards their camp. Calale who had started to cry was hit across the head so hard it knocked her out. I struggled against the orc holding me to get to her, but before I knew what was happening a felt a sharp pain in my arm. Looking down I saw that the vulgar creature had stabbed me with one of my daggers. Crying freely by now, I lost all hope. We reached camp and I was dumped next to Calale who was still out cold. 'Lucky her,' I thought. Lying down I let the darkness overtake me. I knew I was losing blood, and maybe it was better that I would not be awake to see what would happen to me.
I woke up to the sound of fighting. I must have not been well because I found it difficult to focus. Trying to stand I collapsed, the pain was to much. A pair of firm hands caught me before I hit the ground. Trying to catch a glimpse of who held me I tried to turn around but I was lifted onto a horse and a strong arm held me in place. I could see Calale, she was with another rider being held.
"Who are you?" I croaked
"Do not worry Lady, I am taking you to Rivendell. Sleep," and putting a hand on my forehead I felt warmth and fell asleep.
********************Rivendell************************
********Nolwe POV***********
As the sun came to my eyes, I tried to bury my face deeper into the pillow hoping that it would go away so I could go back to sleep. Then it occurred to me that my face was in a pillow. My thoughts drifted back to last night and of Calale and the orcs. Then there were the men who rescued us.
"Quel andune Arwen en amin Nolwe.good afternoon lady Nolwe" An elf who sat next to me said.
Looking I realised that Glorfindel sat next to me. I gaped before asking, "Where is Calale? Is she hurt? How long have I been asleep? Who saved me? Where is Atanvardo? How did you know that orcs had attacked us? And did I not say to just call me Nolwe LORD Glorfindel?" I emphasised the last part, hopefully making a point, then thinking I asked lastly, "Is this Rivendell?"
Glorfindel laughed, "Calale is actually with Atanvardo as we speak. They are talking to Lord Elrond about some visions Calale has been having, but now you are awake I am sure they will come pester you with their problems. You have been asleep for 2 days now, but only because of the amount of blood you lost.."
"Nolwe!" exclaimed Atanvardo and Calale at the same time running to my bed and plopping down in a heap at the other end, "We thought you would never wake up, even though Lord Elrond said you would, I guess I needed to see it to believe it."
"If you have finished interrupting?" Glorfindel turned and looked at the two with a smile, "Your saviour in none other than Lord Elrond. The orc party had been sighted by Elladan and Elrohir. Knowing that you were arrive that day, they came to Rivendell and told their father and myself. We left as soon as we could, but obviously to late. Amin hiraethaI'm sorry, but you are better and tonight there is a feast."
'Wow! I am in Rivendell' I thought, but I had yet to meet the master of this place. "So when do I get to meet the esteemed Lord of Imladris?" I asked
"Unfortunately my father is busy until this evening, but you will be sitting with him and Glorfindel at the high table, so I am sure that you can talk then." Said a female elf from the door, "My name is Arwen, and as I am sure you have guessed I am Lord Elrond's daughter." Turning to Glorfindel and Atanvardo she spoke, "You should leave us girls alone, to get ready for the feast. It is already late afternoon, and I fear that you two have a lot to do anyway."
Glorfindel and Atanvardo took one look at the girls and hastily said their goodbyes. Well I thought this should be interesting. Getting courage I asked Arwen about Rivendell, "So what is Rivendell like? I know you have been to Lothlorien, you grandparents speak very fondly of you Lady Arwen."
Arwen laughed at my formality, "Please Arwen, and may I call you Nolwe?" Nodding my head she continued, "I love my home very much. It is so very beautiful, although their is another that I love more, but it is not a place but a person. Calale seems to like Rivendell, and their are PARTS of Rivendell that seem to like her!"
Calale had the grace to blush before I asked, "Oh and what parts of Rivendell do you like?" I knew what Arwen spoke of but decided not to embarrass her too much.
She answered with, "I am not sure yet, there is much I am yet to see. I will have my chance tomorrow for Elrohir has offered to show us around Nolwe."
'More like you I thought,' but I stopped that thought. Continuing to giggle and talk like three sisters, we all went to Arwen's rooms where we got ready for the feast. Arwen lent me and Calale dresses as the orcs had destroyed everything we had. Arwen chose to a dress wear red with gold trimming, Calale choose a dress that would match the colour of her eyes, that also had gold trimming, and I choose a violet dress with silver trimming. After setting our hair and finishing with make up and perfume I slipped the necklace that Galadriel and Celeborn around my neck before motioning to Arwen and Calale that I was ready.
When Arwen saw me she smiled and said, "So it is true about what my grandmother said, you really do have a great natural beauty. I wonder how many suitors father shall have to fight off for you here." She laughed at he last part but then blushed mumbling something under her breath.
'Hmm, Galadriel and Celeborn must have told Elrond to look after me as well, and I guess that includes scaring of any eligible bachelors.' I thought. 'I wish I would just meet the elf that I am supposed to fall happily ever after in love with and be done with it.'
Calale then stopped and looked around asking, "Arwen in the two days I have been here, I have not seen your mother. Where is she?"
Damm, but then Calale had never read the books so she didn't know. Arwen looked down before saying, "My mother like you was attacked by orcs, but unfortunately they killed her before anyone could save her."
Seeing the distress in her eyes I said, "We have all lost our parents at one point. Maybe we can see each other as sisters from now on and that when we need comfort we will be there for each other." With a grin we all shook hands in agreement before entering the dining hall. The sight that greeted us there was amazing. In Lothlorien all the tables and chairs are made of light coloured wood whereas in Rivendell, the wood was a rich dark colour. Everything looked expensive and the food looked delicious. I then realised how hungry I was since I had not eaten in 3 days. I was shown to the high table were already Elladan, Elrohir, and Atanvardo sat. Arwen sat down placing Calale subtly between herself and Elrohir. She motioned for me to sit across from her next to Atanvardo empty chair on my other side.
Settling my dress around me as I sat in the chair, I realised that the hall had gone quiet. Looking towards the door I saw Glorfindel with a dark haired man 'Maybe Aragorn' I thought, and a dark haired elf that looked much like the twins but with an air of authority surrounding him, 'Must be lord Elrond'. Looking at him closer I realised that he was one of the most beautiful elves I had ever laid eyes on. Standing tall with pride and much grace he looked every part of a elven leader with long dark hair and a face of an angel with slightly tanned skin. He had high cheekbones and rose hued lips, but carried a serious expression on that face. A circlet of mithril, which had been fashioned by a master craftsman adorned his head, and fitting for the status that he was stationed.
I continued watching them walk over to the table. Glorfindel looked up and noticed me staring, and again a small smile tugging at his lips. 'I am going to beat him one day if he doesn't stop doing that' I thought thinking over all the times he looked at me like that. I really hate it when someone knows something about you that you do not.
A nudge from Atanvardo brought me back to reality and I realised everyone at the table was standing because Lord Elrond had arrived and was standing next to me. Standing with as much dignity as I could muster, I turned and was about to say something when I saw his eyes. They were a shining grey, if such a colour could exist. They were also the kind of eyes that did not miss much, cunning and intelligent. Now I bushed because I realised I was staring I bowed my head and said, "Lord Elrond I thankyou for your kind hospitality. It was unfortunate that we were not able to first meet in better circumstances."
Lord Elrond put a hand on my shoulder and said, "Lady Nolwe I welcome you to Rivendell. Galadriel has spoke much about you and I know that you will be of great use to the elves here. It is I that thanks you." He then proceeded to sit in the chair next to me and dinner started.