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~How sad. [sobs pitifully] this the only one I got! Oh well, [smiles cheerfully] Thank you sooooo much Zorra for reviewing as well as reading my story! Oh and their was another person who told me about the mistake I made on chappie three, I put chappie two twice, So thank you, whoever you are. I am sorry I forgot your name! [turns red with embarrassment] Hope you like the next chapter!
Chapter 4
The cart traveled up the hill and beyond Farmer Maggot's fields. The sun was setting when they came to a stop. "We cannot travel anymore tonight." Gandalf said hopping down on the dusty ground. "We will camp here for the night." He said helping Frodo of the cart. Bilbo hopped off the back of the cart and looked at the sky. "Gandalf will you stay with young Frodo here." Bilbo said walking off. "I am going to get some wood." Bilbo walked into the distance and through the trees. The others did not notice him slip on his ring.
He came back half an hour later with an arm full of wood. He set the wood down on the ground and started a small fire. They ate a frugal meal then went to sleep. The light from the moon shone out brightly over them as they one by one fell asleep. Gandalf awoke early; he rubbed his sleepy eyes and sat up. He roused Bilbo and the two had some breakfast then they packed their blankets and the extra wood on the cart.
Frodo awoke from the sun being in his eyes. He ate then Gandalf put his blankets on the cart. They got on and started driving at about 8 am.
The passed many things Frodo had never seen before, Farmlands and small towns and forests. Frodo was in awe of these places they were a lot bigger than Farmer Maggots land. Finally they came to Hobbiton. Frodo stared at all the places, Gandalf made his way up the hill, as he did hobbits stared at Frodo and acted as if they had never seen a hobbit with dark hair and blue eyes before. He smiled politely and waved but they just turned and went back to their business.
Frodo felt lonely, he had seen no hobbit that acted nice to him. Everyone just stared. He missed Merry and he missed his old home in Buckland. His emotions welled up in side. He kept them to himself, he would rather not cry in front of everyone.
The cart passed up the hill and stopped at a large hole. It had to be the biggest hobbit hole he had ever seen. Gandalf helped him down and he limped towards the hole curiously. Bilbo opened the door and led Frodo inside. He led him to a room, the walls were an earthen tone and there was no furniture inside. Gandalf started unloading Frodo's things and putting them in the room. Frodo limped over to a box. He saw a wrapped package in the box he took it out and sat down on a little chair by the dark fireplace. He opened the card and read:
Dear Frodo,
I am going to miss you. I will miss stealing mushrooms from Farmer Maggot.
I will not stop though and if you ever come to visit we will go in his fields and
Steal more than just mushrooms. ; Cabbages, carrots, corn, apples, potatoes, tomatoes, and all that good stuff.
I love you.
Your best friend and cousin,
Merry the king of thieves.
Frodo tiered up; he let out a sob and wiped his eyes. He quickly opened the package and saw in the package a large bag of mushrooms. Frodo smiled faintly then put the bag back in the box and set it down. Frodo took out a handkerchief and blew his nose.
Gandalf brought more things in the room, his pipe sticking out of his mouth.
"What is wrong Frodo?" He asked as he stopped and sat down.
"Oh, it is just, this place is so different. How am I to make any friends?" Frodo shrugged.
"You are a nice kid." Gandalf patted him gently on the back. "You will find a friend." Gandalf got up and went out the door. Frodo got up using his crutch Merry had let him borrow him he hopped out the door quietly and went to the back door.
He opened it and went out into the garden. It was quiet and the grass was green, the flowers were in full bloom and everything was peaceful.
Something bowled him over onto the ground.
"Ow!" he said rubbing his ankle.
"Oh dear I am dreadfully sorry sir I did not mean to knock you over like that." A plump little hobbit wearing gardening gloves and grass stained clothes. He seemed to be about Frodo's age and had red hair.
"No it is quite fine." Frodo said as he was helped up by the hobbit.
"What are you doing in Mister Bilbo's garden?" the hobbit asked giving Frodo the crutch. "Actually it is my garden too. I am Frodo Baggins." Frodo said extending a hand.
"Oh I am sorry Master Frodo." Sam said brushing him off.
"No problem." Frodo said bringing his hand back too his sides. "What is your name?" Frodo asked. "I am Samwise Gamgee." Sam said in happy voice.
Frodo and Sam sat for hours asking each other questions and answering the questions in turn.
"Um I don't know if this is a rude question or not." Sam said scratching the back of his head. "But are you lame?" He said quietly.
"What?" Frodo said laughing. "Oh you mean because I have the crutch." Frodo said laughing. "No! I sprained my ankle when I was chased by some dogs a few days ago" Frodo laughed uproariously. "Oh is that all." Sam blushed in embarrassment his eyes lowered to the ground.
"No wonder everyone has been staring " Frodo said with a sigh.
Gandalf came out into the back and saw the two.
"There you are Frodo. You had Bilbo worried sick."
"Sorry!" Frodo said with a sigh. "Bye Sam."
"Bye Master Frodo, I'll see you tomorrow." Sam said as he waved.
The sun dipped into the hills and sank where none could see it save it's light. Frodo watched out his window as the sun disappeared. He let out a sigh, Bilbo came into the room, which was now all cleaned up, and all the furniture was set right. He looked around happily then he turned his eyes to Frodo who looked depressed as he sat motionless tears of sorrow and fear dripping from his chin. "What is wrong my boy?" Bilbo walked over to Frodo and sat on the seat beside him.
"I miss Merry." Frodo let out another long sigh. "Sam is great but he does not seem like the type who likes adventure like me and Merry did." Frodo put his head into Bilbo's shoulder and began to weep.
"Oh, don't cry my boy! Don't cry!" Bilbo patted Frodo's head. "Merry can visit." Bilbo wiped the tears away.
"I know, it's just still so different."
Frodo went on looking out the window.
"Well, I will send a letter. And maybe Merry can come visit next week." Bilbo said hugging Frodo. "Alright!" Frodo sniffled and then let out another long sigh.
"There now." Bilbo stood up. "Now it is time for bed."
Frodo faltered over to the bed side and got in.
"Now, good night Frodo, my lad!" Bilbo said as he went out and closed the door.
Frodo's shut his eyes and fell asleep to the sound of the chirping crickets outside. The sky was filled with bright and motionless stars; the night was peaceful and calm.
