Eressea Is Where You Heal

by illyria-pffyffin

Frodo had left for The Blessed Realm hoping that he would be saved from the terrible hurt The Ring had left him. But once in Eressea, he found out that it was not to be.

8. A Letter to Sam 8

7th October, 1422 SR

Dear Sam,

The pain in my left shoulder returned yesterday, not as severe as last year, but still it weakened me so much that I was loath to leave my bed in the morning.  But I was determined not to be beaten this time and I staggered around the house, pretending nothing was wrong.  But my laughter sounded odd and contrived, my singing voice cracked and broke, and I kept shivering despite the warm air.  I was glad when Gandalf came with Lord Elrond. 

But today I felt fine.  Next year, perhaps I will ask for a sleeping draught and sleep the day away.  I just hope I shall not have shadowy nightmares then.

Frodo Baggins