A/N: To Arabella Thorne, thank you for your review - the prologue was just
supposed to set the scene for the real part of the story, so I didn't want
to go into too much detail or it would have been a very long chapter and
probably very boring to read. Thank you for your comments though.
Also, thanks to Vanyaer for her review too. All reviews are welcome and if anyone wants to send in criticism then that's cool too.
I hope you all enjoy the first real chapter.
Disclaimer: All references to Lord of the Rings Characters and places are the property of J.R.R Tolkien, I have just tried to use them for my own story.
Chapter 1: Rivendell
Celebfaer arrived in Rivendell very late on the night before the council of Elrond was called. She left her horse at the stable then rushed up to Elrond's study, requesting to the first servant that she saw to see Elrond immediately.
She was not waiting in the study for long before Elrond walked in, looking at her in surprise.
"Celebfaer, what brings you to Rivendell at such an hour of the night?" He asked and she bowed to him.
"My Lord, word was sent to Lothlorien that the ring of power has been found and was heading to Rivendell." She replied.
"That is the truth for the ring is already here. A Council of the races of Middle Earth is being held tomorrow, and seeing as you are here you are welcome to represent your people." He said and she looked at him, not believing what he had just told her.
"You wish for me to represent the fairies? But not many races even believe that we exist anymore my Lord."
"I am sorry, for I did not intend for you to reveal yourself. Just to sit in at the Council and then you can send word back to Lothlorien of what was said when you return. You may find it interesting what will be said. But I do think that you should keep up the pretence that you are an Elf unless it cannot be avoided, revealing what you really are." He told her and she nodded, understanding what he meant.
"Where is the Council to be held?" She asked.
"That will not be disclosed as yet. I shall come and get you when it is due to start." He replied. "And now I believe your journey was long and tiresome and you may wish to get some rest before the Council for it will be a long and tiring day for us all." He added, then he called for one of his servants. "Show the lady Celebfaer to her rooms, she will be staying in Rivendell for some time." He said then Celebfaer bowed to him once more.
"Once again, I thank you my Lord." She said and then she followed the servant out to find her room.
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The next day at the Council, Celebfaer wore a plain light brown cloak with the hood up enough to cover her ears and hair but not high enough to hide her face, as Elrond had instructed her the night before. She planned on blending in and she wished to sit and observe the proceedings quietly.
At the Council Celebfaer sat next to the Wizard, Gandalf, whom she had met before when he had been traveling through Lothlorien. As each being stood up, to recount their part of the story that concerned the ring, Celebfaer watched and took it all in, studying the different races that were present.
The two Hobbits, and the Dwarves were of most interest to Celebfaer because she had never encountered either of the two different races in all her 2982 years of life. Both races were short, yet the Hobbits, were fatter than the well built Dwarves but both had a determination that Celebfaer found amazing.
Each being that was present at the Council had great concern about the ring and although there were many opposing views, it was clear that the ring had to be destroyed. And the ring could not be destroyed any other way than to drop it into the fires of Mount Doom. But no one was willing to go and eventually it was said that the ring could not be hidden forever and so would have to be destroyed.
The thing that surprised Celebfaer the most was that the youngest Hobbit, Frodo was the only one willing enough to take a stand and announce that he would take the ring. She begun to wonder why she had never heard of the Hobbits until now if they were all as brave and courageous as this young one was.
The Council ended soon after Frodo's announcement and Celebfaer lingered a little, deep in thought before she realised that everyone had started to leave. However, one of the Men that were present approached her and stood in front of her.
"Celebfaer it has been long since I saw you last. I trust you are well." The Man said and she looked up then smiled when she realised who it was.
"Aragorn, I am well. It is good to see you also, though I wish we could have met again in better days. It seems that the world is in great peril and we have only a Hobbit to save us." She replied.
"That Hobbit is tougher than any of us would think. I traveled with him from the town of Bree to Rivendell and he is a very brave soul indeed." Aragorn said. "I trust you will be in Rivendell for a time?"
"Indeed I shall be, but if you will excuse me Aragorn, I must speak with Elrond." She said getting up to hurry after the lord of Rivendell, who was heading towards the gardens.
When she caught up with Elrond, he did not seem surprised to see her.
"Celebfaer, were you not interested in what was said?"
"Indeed I was my Lord. Hobbits seem to be a rather interesting race." She said and Elrond laughed, lightly.
"Indeed they are."
A short silence fell then, which Celebfaer broke. "Lord Elrond, with your permission I wish to join the Company to take the ring as far as Lothlorien because I shall be journeying that way myself. I may also be of some use with my summons and spirit calling."
"Whoever travels with the Company will be in great peril but I think that maybe it would be best if you stayed here for a while. It has been many years since I saw you last and you have learnt much. If you would allow me to, I would also like to try and cleanse your wings and restore them to their original state as I am sure that it ails you that they no longer work."
"The absence of my wings and the ability to fly is not missed, although the cleansing of my wings would be delightful, I wish first to try and work on it myself by visiting the pool by which you found me."
"I will think on it." Elrond responded, then Celebfaer smiled.
"Is Arwen in Rivendell? I greatly desire to speak with her because it has been many years since any have heard from her in Lothlorien and I have some news that may be of interest." She said and Elrond nodded a smile appearing on his face.
"My daughter is in Rivendell, but I know not of where to find her for she is great at hidding when she does not wish to be seen and incredible at appearing when she is least wanted." He replied and Celebfaer bowed to him before turning to explore the gardens in search of her friend.
On her way through the gardens, Celebfaer came by her faviourte pool in all of Rivendell and so, she stopped by it, looking into the water, thinking of a way to find Arwen.
Celebfaer looked around quickly to make sure there were no other people within her sight before she sat down next to the pool. Then, she started singing gently to the water, in the tongue of her people, her words said so softly that they were unheard by anyone but herself and the water.
A few seconds later, the pool started to shimmer and move and then an image of Arwen and Aragorn was reflected on the surface as though one was looking into a mirror image of the two.
Unbeknown to Celebfaer, one of the male Elves from the Council had been walking through the halls of Rivendell and had found a balcony that overlooked the pool that Celebfaer was sitting by. He had seen her there and decided to watch her because he had been curious about her at the Council. He had thought she was an Elf of great wisdom, for she had been the only female present. When he saw the water shimmer and move in front of her to reveal a picture of Arwen with Aragorn he gasped, shocked, then he silently sliped away, not believing what he has just seen.
Seeing that Arwen was with Aragorn, Celebfaer let the water go, thanking it for allowing her to use it as a viewing glass. Then, because Arwen was busy Celebfaer headed off to the library to see if it had anything about Hobbits or Dwarves that she could learn.
On her way to the library, walking through one of the long hallways Celebfaer ran into the young Hobbit, Frodo.
"My lady, you were present at the council, but you did not speak and Elrond did not introduce you. I would greatly like to hear your thoughts on the journey." Frodo said when he saw her and she smiled at him.
"Master Frodo, you are a brave Hobbit, and I have not heard of your people before, and would also desire to speak with you. I am called Celebfaer." She said and he nodded and smiled.
"Silver spirit if my translation is correct."
"You speak Elvish? That is a wonder indeed!" She said, clearly showing her shock. "Would you care to walk with me and on this walk may we learn much about each other and our peoples?" Celebfaer said and Frodo nodded, accepting her offer, then they walked out of the hallway and into the gardens together and the young hobbit started to tell her about his people.
Celebfaer found the traditions and everyday events of Hobbits quite odd, but she was delighted to hear about them. They had about nine meals a day, which was astounding to believe for such a small people, but she had not seen them eat yet and the first time she did she was quite shocked. For although they were little their appetites were great as they were very energetic people.
When Frodo came to the birthday traditions of huge parties and that person, who was having the birthday, gave gifts to that Hobbit that had been invited to the party instead of receiving them Celebfaer was truly amazed. Birthdays for Elves and Fairies were of no significance once they were considered old enough to look after themselves.
"When is your birthday?" Frodo asked her suddenly and she blinked at him for a few seconds before answering, unsure of how to respond.
"I am not sure." She replied, truthfully. Celebfaer could not remember her own birthday and Galadriel had never really celebrated any birthdays in Lothlorien.
"How can you not be sure? Everybody has a birthday."
"I mean that I would not be sure how to translate the day into your language." She said hoping she had covered it up that she did not know her birthday.
"You are not an Elf are you my lady?" He asked suddenly and she looked at him, completely shocked at his boldness.
"What makes you think that? I come from Lothl?rien and according to Men, the Elves from there are considered as a weird kind of folk. Do you not think likewise?"
"I am sorry for questioning my lady, but I was just curious. You act like an Elf but you do not feel as though you are an Elf." Frodo said and she looked at him.
"I am a young Elf." She tried to defend that she was an Elf, but she knew it had not worked and Frodo's next words confirmed it but she gave him no clue as to the truth of his words.
"Then why do you cover your hair with a hood and why do you wear your cloak such? The Elves I have seen do not dress as such."
"You are a smart hobbit and I no longer fear as much as I did for you on your journey. Stay observant Master Frodo and you will survive long on your journey." She said then she turned and walked off to another part of the gardens, hoping he was not offended of her leaving in such a way.
After walking for a short time Celebfaer found herself once more by the pool in which she had looked for Arwen. This time she found Arwen sitting there by the pool herself thinking, with a smile on her face, Aragorn was no where in sight.
"Arwen, it has been a long time." Celebfaer said when she saw her and Arwen smiled then stood up, turning around to face Celebfaer.
"Ahh. The spirit has arrived. Aragorn told me of your presence at the council but I had not heard that you had arrived. Either way it is good to see you Celebfaer."
"I only arrived late last night and was summoned to be present at the Council by your father. I have news for you." She said and then Celebfaer and Arwen sat by the pool and talked of Lothlorien.
Eventually their talk turned to other things as Celebfaer was rather curious about the lives of Elves and many of the other beings that she had encountered at the Council.
"The Elves that were present at the council. They were looking at me queerly. I have not seen them before, are they from Rivendell?" Celebfaer asked.
"Nay. They are from Mirkwood. Legolas is their leader and the heir of the dwelling. He has brought ill news indeed. He is one of the best archers of all the Elves and a dear friend of mine." Arwen replied and Celebfaer nodded. "I shall introduce the two of you at the feast this evening."
"There is a feast this evening?"
"Yes, to celebrate the arrival of the Elves from Mirkwood, Boromir of Gondor and for you as well spirit child." She said and Celebfaer laughed.
"I will not ever get used to you calling me that Evenstar. Being able to call spirits is not considered a gift for my people."
"But you are the last of your people left."
"And that is not known for certain. I just cannot remember where we dwelt before my attack. One day when my telepathy is strong enough I will be able to find them." Celebfaer said proudly and firmly and Arwen just smiled.
"But until you prove me wrong I will still claim you are the last."
"Well Arwen, let us go and prepare for tonight shall we?" Celebfaer replied, not wanting to start the same never ending argument as always and Arwen nodded then the two of them walked from the pool.
Also, thanks to Vanyaer for her review too. All reviews are welcome and if anyone wants to send in criticism then that's cool too.
I hope you all enjoy the first real chapter.
Disclaimer: All references to Lord of the Rings Characters and places are the property of J.R.R Tolkien, I have just tried to use them for my own story.
Chapter 1: Rivendell
Celebfaer arrived in Rivendell very late on the night before the council of Elrond was called. She left her horse at the stable then rushed up to Elrond's study, requesting to the first servant that she saw to see Elrond immediately.
She was not waiting in the study for long before Elrond walked in, looking at her in surprise.
"Celebfaer, what brings you to Rivendell at such an hour of the night?" He asked and she bowed to him.
"My Lord, word was sent to Lothlorien that the ring of power has been found and was heading to Rivendell." She replied.
"That is the truth for the ring is already here. A Council of the races of Middle Earth is being held tomorrow, and seeing as you are here you are welcome to represent your people." He said and she looked at him, not believing what he had just told her.
"You wish for me to represent the fairies? But not many races even believe that we exist anymore my Lord."
"I am sorry, for I did not intend for you to reveal yourself. Just to sit in at the Council and then you can send word back to Lothlorien of what was said when you return. You may find it interesting what will be said. But I do think that you should keep up the pretence that you are an Elf unless it cannot be avoided, revealing what you really are." He told her and she nodded, understanding what he meant.
"Where is the Council to be held?" She asked.
"That will not be disclosed as yet. I shall come and get you when it is due to start." He replied. "And now I believe your journey was long and tiresome and you may wish to get some rest before the Council for it will be a long and tiring day for us all." He added, then he called for one of his servants. "Show the lady Celebfaer to her rooms, she will be staying in Rivendell for some time." He said then Celebfaer bowed to him once more.
"Once again, I thank you my Lord." She said and then she followed the servant out to find her room.
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The next day at the Council, Celebfaer wore a plain light brown cloak with the hood up enough to cover her ears and hair but not high enough to hide her face, as Elrond had instructed her the night before. She planned on blending in and she wished to sit and observe the proceedings quietly.
At the Council Celebfaer sat next to the Wizard, Gandalf, whom she had met before when he had been traveling through Lothlorien. As each being stood up, to recount their part of the story that concerned the ring, Celebfaer watched and took it all in, studying the different races that were present.
The two Hobbits, and the Dwarves were of most interest to Celebfaer because she had never encountered either of the two different races in all her 2982 years of life. Both races were short, yet the Hobbits, were fatter than the well built Dwarves but both had a determination that Celebfaer found amazing.
Each being that was present at the Council had great concern about the ring and although there were many opposing views, it was clear that the ring had to be destroyed. And the ring could not be destroyed any other way than to drop it into the fires of Mount Doom. But no one was willing to go and eventually it was said that the ring could not be hidden forever and so would have to be destroyed.
The thing that surprised Celebfaer the most was that the youngest Hobbit, Frodo was the only one willing enough to take a stand and announce that he would take the ring. She begun to wonder why she had never heard of the Hobbits until now if they were all as brave and courageous as this young one was.
The Council ended soon after Frodo's announcement and Celebfaer lingered a little, deep in thought before she realised that everyone had started to leave. However, one of the Men that were present approached her and stood in front of her.
"Celebfaer it has been long since I saw you last. I trust you are well." The Man said and she looked up then smiled when she realised who it was.
"Aragorn, I am well. It is good to see you also, though I wish we could have met again in better days. It seems that the world is in great peril and we have only a Hobbit to save us." She replied.
"That Hobbit is tougher than any of us would think. I traveled with him from the town of Bree to Rivendell and he is a very brave soul indeed." Aragorn said. "I trust you will be in Rivendell for a time?"
"Indeed I shall be, but if you will excuse me Aragorn, I must speak with Elrond." She said getting up to hurry after the lord of Rivendell, who was heading towards the gardens.
When she caught up with Elrond, he did not seem surprised to see her.
"Celebfaer, were you not interested in what was said?"
"Indeed I was my Lord. Hobbits seem to be a rather interesting race." She said and Elrond laughed, lightly.
"Indeed they are."
A short silence fell then, which Celebfaer broke. "Lord Elrond, with your permission I wish to join the Company to take the ring as far as Lothlorien because I shall be journeying that way myself. I may also be of some use with my summons and spirit calling."
"Whoever travels with the Company will be in great peril but I think that maybe it would be best if you stayed here for a while. It has been many years since I saw you last and you have learnt much. If you would allow me to, I would also like to try and cleanse your wings and restore them to their original state as I am sure that it ails you that they no longer work."
"The absence of my wings and the ability to fly is not missed, although the cleansing of my wings would be delightful, I wish first to try and work on it myself by visiting the pool by which you found me."
"I will think on it." Elrond responded, then Celebfaer smiled.
"Is Arwen in Rivendell? I greatly desire to speak with her because it has been many years since any have heard from her in Lothlorien and I have some news that may be of interest." She said and Elrond nodded a smile appearing on his face.
"My daughter is in Rivendell, but I know not of where to find her for she is great at hidding when she does not wish to be seen and incredible at appearing when she is least wanted." He replied and Celebfaer bowed to him before turning to explore the gardens in search of her friend.
On her way through the gardens, Celebfaer came by her faviourte pool in all of Rivendell and so, she stopped by it, looking into the water, thinking of a way to find Arwen.
Celebfaer looked around quickly to make sure there were no other people within her sight before she sat down next to the pool. Then, she started singing gently to the water, in the tongue of her people, her words said so softly that they were unheard by anyone but herself and the water.
A few seconds later, the pool started to shimmer and move and then an image of Arwen and Aragorn was reflected on the surface as though one was looking into a mirror image of the two.
Unbeknown to Celebfaer, one of the male Elves from the Council had been walking through the halls of Rivendell and had found a balcony that overlooked the pool that Celebfaer was sitting by. He had seen her there and decided to watch her because he had been curious about her at the Council. He had thought she was an Elf of great wisdom, for she had been the only female present. When he saw the water shimmer and move in front of her to reveal a picture of Arwen with Aragorn he gasped, shocked, then he silently sliped away, not believing what he has just seen.
Seeing that Arwen was with Aragorn, Celebfaer let the water go, thanking it for allowing her to use it as a viewing glass. Then, because Arwen was busy Celebfaer headed off to the library to see if it had anything about Hobbits or Dwarves that she could learn.
On her way to the library, walking through one of the long hallways Celebfaer ran into the young Hobbit, Frodo.
"My lady, you were present at the council, but you did not speak and Elrond did not introduce you. I would greatly like to hear your thoughts on the journey." Frodo said when he saw her and she smiled at him.
"Master Frodo, you are a brave Hobbit, and I have not heard of your people before, and would also desire to speak with you. I am called Celebfaer." She said and he nodded and smiled.
"Silver spirit if my translation is correct."
"You speak Elvish? That is a wonder indeed!" She said, clearly showing her shock. "Would you care to walk with me and on this walk may we learn much about each other and our peoples?" Celebfaer said and Frodo nodded, accepting her offer, then they walked out of the hallway and into the gardens together and the young hobbit started to tell her about his people.
Celebfaer found the traditions and everyday events of Hobbits quite odd, but she was delighted to hear about them. They had about nine meals a day, which was astounding to believe for such a small people, but she had not seen them eat yet and the first time she did she was quite shocked. For although they were little their appetites were great as they were very energetic people.
When Frodo came to the birthday traditions of huge parties and that person, who was having the birthday, gave gifts to that Hobbit that had been invited to the party instead of receiving them Celebfaer was truly amazed. Birthdays for Elves and Fairies were of no significance once they were considered old enough to look after themselves.
"When is your birthday?" Frodo asked her suddenly and she blinked at him for a few seconds before answering, unsure of how to respond.
"I am not sure." She replied, truthfully. Celebfaer could not remember her own birthday and Galadriel had never really celebrated any birthdays in Lothlorien.
"How can you not be sure? Everybody has a birthday."
"I mean that I would not be sure how to translate the day into your language." She said hoping she had covered it up that she did not know her birthday.
"You are not an Elf are you my lady?" He asked suddenly and she looked at him, completely shocked at his boldness.
"What makes you think that? I come from Lothl?rien and according to Men, the Elves from there are considered as a weird kind of folk. Do you not think likewise?"
"I am sorry for questioning my lady, but I was just curious. You act like an Elf but you do not feel as though you are an Elf." Frodo said and she looked at him.
"I am a young Elf." She tried to defend that she was an Elf, but she knew it had not worked and Frodo's next words confirmed it but she gave him no clue as to the truth of his words.
"Then why do you cover your hair with a hood and why do you wear your cloak such? The Elves I have seen do not dress as such."
"You are a smart hobbit and I no longer fear as much as I did for you on your journey. Stay observant Master Frodo and you will survive long on your journey." She said then she turned and walked off to another part of the gardens, hoping he was not offended of her leaving in such a way.
After walking for a short time Celebfaer found herself once more by the pool in which she had looked for Arwen. This time she found Arwen sitting there by the pool herself thinking, with a smile on her face, Aragorn was no where in sight.
"Arwen, it has been a long time." Celebfaer said when she saw her and Arwen smiled then stood up, turning around to face Celebfaer.
"Ahh. The spirit has arrived. Aragorn told me of your presence at the council but I had not heard that you had arrived. Either way it is good to see you Celebfaer."
"I only arrived late last night and was summoned to be present at the Council by your father. I have news for you." She said and then Celebfaer and Arwen sat by the pool and talked of Lothlorien.
Eventually their talk turned to other things as Celebfaer was rather curious about the lives of Elves and many of the other beings that she had encountered at the Council.
"The Elves that were present at the council. They were looking at me queerly. I have not seen them before, are they from Rivendell?" Celebfaer asked.
"Nay. They are from Mirkwood. Legolas is their leader and the heir of the dwelling. He has brought ill news indeed. He is one of the best archers of all the Elves and a dear friend of mine." Arwen replied and Celebfaer nodded. "I shall introduce the two of you at the feast this evening."
"There is a feast this evening?"
"Yes, to celebrate the arrival of the Elves from Mirkwood, Boromir of Gondor and for you as well spirit child." She said and Celebfaer laughed.
"I will not ever get used to you calling me that Evenstar. Being able to call spirits is not considered a gift for my people."
"But you are the last of your people left."
"And that is not known for certain. I just cannot remember where we dwelt before my attack. One day when my telepathy is strong enough I will be able to find them." Celebfaer said proudly and firmly and Arwen just smiled.
"But until you prove me wrong I will still claim you are the last."
"Well Arwen, let us go and prepare for tonight shall we?" Celebfaer replied, not wanting to start the same never ending argument as always and Arwen nodded then the two of them walked from the pool.
