"... to the southern borders of Mirkwood."
Legolas' started upon hearing the words.
Thrunduil turned at that moment and upon seeing his sons movement, raised one elegant eyebrow ever so slightly.
"Is there a problem, my son?"
"No, my lord."
"Then you would accept this mission?"
"As you please, sire"
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Legolas paused as he neared Ghilane's room, planning out what he would say. He hoped Ghilane would not be too upset. The petrol to the southern borders of Mirkwood would not be a quick one, and his heart worried at the thought of leaving the girl alone.
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"For how long?" Ghilane demanded, red cheeked and agitated.
"I can tell not... but I would say about two to three weeks. Rest assured, I will come back as soon as I possibly can."
Ghilane nodded her head grudgingly, turning her head away from him and fixing her eyes on the wall ahead. That one movement broke Legolas' heart. He had his duty to Mirkwood, but he knew his departure would mean much loneliness for the little one. She could not get out of bed and the other elves took little notice of her, giving little significance to the mere mortal.
"I am tired... if you would..." Her voice trailed off coldly and she kept her head turned from Legolas, refusing to let him see how upset she was. She lay down and pulled the covers up to her head, her back facing the elf.
Legolas sighed, wishing she would make it easier for him, but then she was just a little child, she would not know the impact of her reaction on him.
"Good bye, mellonamin, I will hurry back... may the stars watch over you in my absence."
He bent down and placed a small kiss on her head before leaving. Never seeing the tears that began to pour down her cheeks the moment he left and the sobs the racked her body, leaving her breathless and exhausted as she fell into a deep, dark sleep.
TBC...
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