I know--late again, sorry…Elvish translations at bottom of page. Thanks again, Dreamingfifi!!!
Chapter 6--Intrigue
Finally the haggling was done. Legolas turned to Jaisia. "You owe twenty-five gold," he said.
"Agreed," Jaisia said. She counted out the coins and handed them to the merchant. "Can you wrap them up separately, please?"
"Oh course, milady," the merchant said. He wrapped each shawl in paper and tied them shut then handed them to her.
"That leaves Aragorn and the baby, oh, I should get something for my parents and Lilith. I also should bring something back for Kai, Lissa and the twins," Jaisia said. She headed off.
Legolas shook his head tolerantly and followed. He had a feeling it was going to be a long day.
When Jaisia was finally finished they both were laden with packages and bundles. "Well, that is everyone so I guess we are done," she said.
"Praise the valor for that I can barely see where I am going," Legolas grumbled.
Jaisia blushed prettily. "I guess I did overdo it a little," she said.
Legolas stared at her. "A little?" he demanded.
"Oh, fine--a lot," Jaisia pouted. "Come on, we will go back to the castle and rest."
"Sounds good to me," Legolas agreed and they headed towards the palace.
It took them an hour to get there as loaded down as they were and another hour to put everything away. Jaisia picked up a small box when Legolas had his back turned. "I have something for you, little brother," she said.
Legolas turned to her. "Really and what might that be?" he asked.
Jaisia opened the box and pulled out a silver ring. Three emeralds shaped like leaves were inserted in the band. "I thought it matched the circlet Gimli made you really well and I thought it was a handsome piece of jewelry," she said nervously and offered it to him.
Legolas accepted the ring and looked at it. The workmanship was admirable and not overdone.
"So do you like it?" Jaisia asked. " If you do not I can return it to the jeweler."
"Nay, I like it very much. Thank you, muinthel," Legolas said and slipped the ring on.
Relief filled Jaisia's face. "I am glad, onooro," she said and hugged him
Just then there was a knock on the door. Legolas was closest so he pulled away from Jaisia and answered it.
It was a servant who bowed politely. "Begging your humble pardon, Prince Legolas. Queen Jacinth would like to speak to you in private. It is most important. I am to escort you to her immediately," he said.
Legolas gave Jaisia a puzzled look and shrugged. "Very well, I will see you later, Jaisia," he said and followed the servant.
Jaisia decided to lay down and take a nap before supper. When she woke she went into Legolas' room, but he wasn't there. Strange, but it is suppertime so maybe he is there all ready, she thought. She neatened herself up and went to the dining hall.
Queen Jacinth smiled . "Did you enjoy the city?" she asked.
Jaisia curtsied. "Very much, your majesty, where is Legolas?" she asked .
"I had assumed he was with you," Jacinth said.
"But a servant came to get him. He said that you wanted to see him in private," Jaisia protested. "That was hours ago. I thought he was all ready down here!"
The Queen's eyes darkened with concern. "I made no such request," she said. They stared at each other for an instant then the Queen stood and yelled for her guards.
Four rushed into the room and bowed. "What is your will, My Queen?" one asked.
"Prince Legolas is missing. There is evidence of trickery. Search the palace from top to bottom--Go! Now!" she ordered.
The guards bowed and rushed from the room.
"Do not fear, Lady Jaisia. We will find him. I swear it to you," Jacinth said……
Whoever did this is sneaky, huh? Spirited him away right under everyone's nose….R/R please.
Translations:
Muinthel--Sister
Onooro--Brother
