Fallen
Chapter Eleven
Apologies and Forgiveness
Kira paced back and forth around her room waiting. It was past midnight, Elladan had insisted on spending some time with her alone. She had enjoyed it but her conversation with Nathan earlier that day had distracted her thoughts. And Elladan had noticed that, that it why he had brought her to her room earlier than planned.
She stopped and gazed out the window, staring up at the stars. She opened the window and let the night air blow past her. Closing her eyes she took a deep breath and thought about what she would say. 'Oh, god what will I say to him? Why the heck did I agree to this?' she wondered, already having second thoughts.
Kira sighed heavily and shut her eyes just taking in the scent of the night. She thought back over the past week, and realized that she did in fact miss her brother. She missed talking, joking and teasing with him. 'He is my brother after all. I really should talk with him, I know I can get him to at least tolerate Elladan.' She though and shook her head doubtfully. 'I hope.' Though she knew it would be difficult.
She thought back to when they where on their world and how he had protected her there. He hadn't been nearly as over-protective. She was confused about why he had suddenly changed so drastically since they had come to middle- earth. He had always been her guardian, yes, but had never acted like this before.
She opened her eyes again and looked up into the night sky. "Why does my life have to be so confusing?" she asked quietly. "Why does my brother feel so strongly about Elladan? And why does he feel it necessary to protect me from him?" she said quietly to the heavens. She smiled at the beauty of it all. Middle-earth was a magnificent place really. She wondered how it would look once the elves had passed into the west like Arwen had told her they were.
She shook herself mentally trying to rid herself of these thoughts; she knew that Elladan would stay behind, for her. She didn't want him to. She wanted him to pass and be with his people, for in all likely hood she would not be able to stay here to be with him. She moved away from the window and sat down on the bed. She looked around her room and then fell back so she was now lying on her back. She stared up at the ceiling and waited, for she knew he would come. She just didn't know when.
She started humming to herself; she didn't even know what song it was. Then it came to her and a small smile crept along her features. It was a song Elladan had sung to her one day, it had been in his own language so she hadn't understood but it had still been the most beautiful tune she had heard in her short years.
She was still smiling to herself when she felt sleep creep over her, she didn't even try to fight it. 'I'm not going to just sit here and wait for him.' she thought annoyed. She rolled over on her side and closed her eyes taking a deep breath and letting out slowly.
She was awoken by a tapping noise; she stirred and let out a frustrated groan and covered her head with a pillow. She still felt half asleep, but it was slowly slipping away from her. Just when she was having such a good dream too. She took the pillow off her head and heaved the pillow on the other side of the bed. She opened her eyes and slowly rolled off the bed with a growl.
"Whoever that is, this better be important." She said grumpily. She glanced at the window as she made her way to the door. 'It's not even light out." She thought with an aggravated inward sigh. 'It was around midnight when I fell asleep.' She deduced. 'So it couldn't be that much later.'
She whipped open the door, fully intending to berate the person at the other end. She opened her mouth as she faced the person on the other end, and froze completely. 'What the.' she stood there motionless staring at the form before her.
"Well are you just going to stand there? Or are you going to invite me in so we can talk privately like we first intended." Nathan said laughing.
"What. why are you so late? I thought you would be here sooner." Kira asked. "I waited and then just fell asleep."
Nathan smirked and pushed his way past her. "I just didn't feel like coming sooner, okay?"
Kira just shook her head. "I guess it doesn't really matter." She muttered as she shut the door.
"So dear sister, how much time did you spend alone with the Lord Elladan today?" he said with a hint of hostility.
Kira turned slowly from the door and glared at her brother. "What is your problem with him anyway? Nathan, why do you think him so unworthy? When it is me who is unworthy of him?"
Nathan arched an eyebrow and walked quickly towards her. Not knowing what exactly he meant to do she backed up quickly and right into the door. As he neared her she winced in anticipation and lowered her face.
"Oh god, Kira I am sorry for the way I treated you that day. I do not know what came over me. I am truly sorry and can only hope with time you will forgive me." He said and he wrapped his arms around her and pulled her into a firm hug.
"I do not know why I disapprove of the relationship you have with Elladan. But I do believe that he will only end up hurting you in the end. I may be wrong and I do turn out to be, I will apologize for my Attitude." He pulled away and lifted her face to meet his gaze. "But until then I just want you to know that I do not approve of this relationship. Why can you not fall for a nice human man?" he asked putting an emphasis on the word 'human'.
Kira pulled away and stared at her brother. "So that is it. You mistrust him just because he is an elf?" she asked studying him. She didn't wait for his response she huffed and pulled away from his touch. "I don't understand why that should matter so much to you. As long as he is good to me, treats me kindly and loves me, why should his being an elf matter to you?"
"You said yourself that when you leave he will die, right?" Nathan asked his eyes boring into her. "How will you feel being back home knowing Elladan is back here suffering and slowly dieing without you?"
"Heartbroken."
"Exactly. I simply don't want you to feel that way. You should end it, tell him to sail to Valinor, be with his people. You will both be happier in the end." He said convincingly.
Kira wavered quivering slightly then shaking herself mentally she stared Nathan in the eyes. "No, I know neither of us would be happier in the end. Why can't you understand that to be with him, to be near him, that makes me happy? To cause the pain and suffering I know I would if I did as you ask of me," she stopped for she felt her bottom lip trembling a little. "That would cause us both more anguish in the end. I will not be the cause of that."
Nathan shook his head and looked at her. "Why? Why do you not see how this will only finish with grief? I guarantee it; I do not foresee this love story of yours ending well sister."
"I also agree with you on that. It will end sadly, you, Anthony and I will leave this world and I will have to live with the fact that the being I love with every fiber of my soul will fade away from grief after I have gone."
"Then end it now and save yourselves both the pain." He said loudly.
"It would end the same way. Nathan, we have both fallen to deeply, there is no turning back now. The most me and Elladan can hope for is happiness and peace in the time we have left together." Kira said turning her attention back to the still open window.
Nathan placed his head in is hands and groaned loudly. He looked to his sister and noticed how she had changed since they had come here. She seemed more tranquil, at peace she seemed happy. He looked to the ground and narrowed his eyes. 'No good will come of this. I didn't trust that elf with my sister's heart. And now it seems he has her soul as well. I don't like this, I don't like this at all.' he thought miserably.
Kira gazed back at her brother and smiled weakly. This conversation was quickly draining her. "Have we covered everything dear brother?" she asked tiredly.
He shook his head. "I still need to say something." He said drawing a little closer. He wrapped his arms around her and hugged her tightly. "I am very sorry to how I treated you before, I said this earlier I know but you didn't react." He pulled away sensing her stiffness. "I never meant to hurt you. I will try to act more civilly around him, but I cannot tell you that I accept him. I am not a liar Kira. I am sorry I know it's not what you want to hear," he added as she looked away again. "But it is how I feel. I do not trust him, not when it comes to your heart." He finished.
Kira looked back at Nathan and nodded. "You are forgiven on my part. But if you ever lay a hand on me in anger again you will not find me as submissive as last time." She said with a dangerously steady voice as she stared him straight in the eye.
He gazed at her caught off guard by the tone of her voice. "I understand." He said flatly.
She flicked her gaze over his face to make sure he told the truth. She had always been able to tell when he lied, just like he could her. Satisfied she nodded abruptly and looked back out the window. 'Remain strong. It is almost over, just don't falter.' She kept telling herself. A small part of her just wanted to run into her brother arms and seek comfort, but she couldn't she didn't know if she ever could again after what they had gone through since they got here. "Alright." She said quietly. "Are we done?" Kira asked turning slowly to face him again. "I do not wish to sound rude but I need to sleep. I am very tired, this," she made a motioning with her hands and waved them between them. "Has drained much of my energy."
"Yes, we are done now." He said and turned on his heel and made for the door. He stopped abruptly with his hand on the knob. "Kira?" he asked.
"Hmmm?" she hummed almost silently.
"May I join you tomorrow, for breakfast? Or maybe lunch?" he asked softly with an unsure voice.
Kira spun around abruptly and stared at her brother in surprise. "If you join me for breakfast I hope you don't mind the hobbits and the most of the fellowship being there, for they most certainly will be. And I doubt they will be happy to see you." She added the last part studying him curiously. "If for lunch then not only will most of the fellowship be there, but so will Elladan and his brother." She said eyeing him carefully now.
He nodded and looked at her for a moment. "I am not allowed to be in the dinning hall if you are there." He said looking to the suddenly spellbindingly interesting floor.
"You will have my permission, as long as you are not rude to anyone, or violent." She added the last part quickly as an afterthought. "Just remember that the others will not like you being there. They seem to be upset with you still. Mostly the hobbits, Aragorn and Elladan." She turned back to the window and walked towards it slowly. Her back was turned to him, for which she was grateful so he couldn't see her wavering resolve and her biting her lip nervously.
He sighed heavily and bobbed his head slightly. "Okay then. I will see you tomorrow?" he asked unsure.
Kira nodded. "Yes." She said softly.
"I will take my leave then, goodbye sister." And he opened the door and walked through it, but before closing it behind him. "I am truly sorry for my attitude, I can only hope with time, that things can go back to the way they where." And with that he shut the door behind him.
It seemed to Kira that the shutting door echoed deafeningly. She turned and looked at it for a long while before shutting her eyes tightly and letting the tears fall freely. That had taken a lot out of her. She looked back at the open window and sighed loudly. She walked to it and looked up to the heavens. "Why am I so weak? Telling him he could come to breakfast was a big mistake, I know that. Why did I do it?" she asked pleadingly.
She shuddered as a cold breeze blew by her. She slowly closed the window and flopped tiredly on the bed. She didn't know how much longer she had till morning but she knew that however long it was, it wasn't long enough. It was awhile before sleep finally claimed her.
Kira fell slowly into a deep dreamless sleep. Even though she had a small frown on her features as she slept. She was beyond tired and worn out. Unfortunately she wouldn't get that much sleep.
***
Sorry for the extreme shortness of that chapter. I really, really am but I couldn't think of anything else to add to that. Besides in my own personal opinion it's okay since I had like two or three longer chapters before this. So *sticks out her tongue* there. Anyway I do hope that I can get my new chapter at least started by tomorrow. But work has been hell! I, WOOHOO, got this chapter's done so quickly. Yes I realize it's probably due to the extreme shortness but hey, not my fault that I was unable to cram any more into the already draining conversation. And believe you, me, that chapter took A LOT out of me, it was incredibly exhausting to write. Sorry if it's too short for some but I already apologized for that. And oh boy, a look like their stay in Rivendell is getting pretty extended eh? Oops, I swear it was unintentional. But since they stayed for so long before leaving I thing I should get to take my sweet time. It is after all my story. *Hides from the skeptical and annoyed looks she's getting* okay, okay I'm sorry but it might be another chapter or two before the real action sets in (their leaving Rivendell I mean). So I apologize in advance for that as well.
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Mellon: Thanks; yea I think they make a cute couple too. If you like Elladan romance you really should check out Tara's fic, if you haven't already. The only thing I can tell you about Kira leaving Elladan is that I am intending her on going to Lothlorien, of course what happens after that.. Nope not telling. LALALALA *covers her ears and shuts her eyes* I'm not listening. Sorry but if I told you it would ruin the surprise (for you and me both, seeing as I haven't COMPLETELY figured out what's going to happen yet). So yea, that's it. Thank you I hope you like this chapie as well, I know its short and I am sorry.
Dancingfae: *smiles* S'ok, you deserve it for reviewing all the time. Yea he is being a little freaky, he redeemed himself (if only a tiny, tiny little bit) in this chapter. Yea, I too am an only child (also spoiled rotten) I have LOTS of guy friends who seem to think I am some sort of 'little' sister or something; of course they fail to realize I can take care of myself (Greenbelt Kickboxer). Hope I didn't suck out your adrenaline rush or anything. Well your chapter must be almost done by now, right? Post Damnit! POST!!!! *Grabs and shakes you by the shoulders* post. uh, sorry didn't mean to freak you out. I had a Nathan moment I guess. Yes and you will get more treats at the end of my thank you's this time as well. Awwww *kicks dirt* I made a new friend. *blushes*
Tara: yes, well you should see it before I stick the spellchecker on it. But I forgive myself because English is not my first language, so I might miss a few things the spell checker tells me is wrong sometimes I disagree. so sorry about the typo's and such. Yep that chapter I pretty much used to just let the fellowship get to know Kira and visa versa. Yes, I do realize that the elves did not go to Helms deep (DUH!) but it was one of the only add in's that I actually liked and I wanted to put it in there. That is why I asked. It really okay, I like long reviews. Then again I like any kind of review.
MaverickGirl: Hehehe *More blushing* yep I made most of them think of her as a little sister since I didn't want it to be like 'just friends' or have them all fall in love with her or something. Here's your update, soon enough for you? Do you like this one?
PyroPixie: yes, yes I am evil I know. *Catches popcorn and eats* MmmmMmmm yummy popcorn. I thought it about time for her to develop some kind of relationship amongst the group after all she is going to be traveling with them. The tag was like comedy relief or something, I don't know, just thought it'd be funny. Guess it was. Yes your right, I should put in some sort of relationship with her Gimli and her and Aragorn. Next chapter maybe? Sorry it might have been a little bit traumatizing for her, but at least they are on speaking terms now. This soon enough for ya?
Nox: yep I feed my reviewers and give my 'regulars' even more than the. none regulars.? The archery thing and the tag were meant to be both in fun and as a sort of relationship builder for her and the hobbits/Aragorn/Legolas. So yea that's why that's in there. Here's the update.
Spellbound: yep wow looks like a lot of people liked the tag. hmmm, good thing I put it in there eh? Yep the smacking Legolas was a good opener for that scene, in my opinion anyway.
Asfaloth: *laughs* Yep, my intention was always to fatten up those who review, darn. You've discovered my evil scheme *Snaps finger all disappointed like* just kidding. Stupid muses! I swear they are all in cahoots together. Just to mess everyone up and make them update late. *Grumble, grumble* hope you finish your chapter soon. I'll be waiting patiently twiddling my thumbs, alone and museless.
*Sigh* and AGAIN here is that chapter EVERYONE was begging me to update. Hope everyone's happy with it. It took an annoyingly long time to write for such a short thing. Weird. I think I MIGHT be able t get the next one up by Friday or Sunday maybe. But I don't know it depends on a) how much I have to work this week b) how much I have to study and c) how much free time I designate to writing.
Okay so here you all are *Tosses out more chocolate chip cookies.* a HUGE thanks go out to those who actually review. And to Nox, Tara, Dancingfae, PyroPixie and now also MaverickGirl can join the fun. *Hands out various flavors of pop and ice cream* there you guys go. You guys rock thanks for reviewing so much, go you! I know what I'm doing with MY pop and ice cream. Mmmmm ice cream floats. *Drools*.
Namarie Aislin
Apologies and Forgiveness
Kira paced back and forth around her room waiting. It was past midnight, Elladan had insisted on spending some time with her alone. She had enjoyed it but her conversation with Nathan earlier that day had distracted her thoughts. And Elladan had noticed that, that it why he had brought her to her room earlier than planned.
She stopped and gazed out the window, staring up at the stars. She opened the window and let the night air blow past her. Closing her eyes she took a deep breath and thought about what she would say. 'Oh, god what will I say to him? Why the heck did I agree to this?' she wondered, already having second thoughts.
Kira sighed heavily and shut her eyes just taking in the scent of the night. She thought back over the past week, and realized that she did in fact miss her brother. She missed talking, joking and teasing with him. 'He is my brother after all. I really should talk with him, I know I can get him to at least tolerate Elladan.' She though and shook her head doubtfully. 'I hope.' Though she knew it would be difficult.
She thought back to when they where on their world and how he had protected her there. He hadn't been nearly as over-protective. She was confused about why he had suddenly changed so drastically since they had come to middle- earth. He had always been her guardian, yes, but had never acted like this before.
She opened her eyes again and looked up into the night sky. "Why does my life have to be so confusing?" she asked quietly. "Why does my brother feel so strongly about Elladan? And why does he feel it necessary to protect me from him?" she said quietly to the heavens. She smiled at the beauty of it all. Middle-earth was a magnificent place really. She wondered how it would look once the elves had passed into the west like Arwen had told her they were.
She shook herself mentally trying to rid herself of these thoughts; she knew that Elladan would stay behind, for her. She didn't want him to. She wanted him to pass and be with his people, for in all likely hood she would not be able to stay here to be with him. She moved away from the window and sat down on the bed. She looked around her room and then fell back so she was now lying on her back. She stared up at the ceiling and waited, for she knew he would come. She just didn't know when.
She started humming to herself; she didn't even know what song it was. Then it came to her and a small smile crept along her features. It was a song Elladan had sung to her one day, it had been in his own language so she hadn't understood but it had still been the most beautiful tune she had heard in her short years.
She was still smiling to herself when she felt sleep creep over her, she didn't even try to fight it. 'I'm not going to just sit here and wait for him.' she thought annoyed. She rolled over on her side and closed her eyes taking a deep breath and letting out slowly.
She was awoken by a tapping noise; she stirred and let out a frustrated groan and covered her head with a pillow. She still felt half asleep, but it was slowly slipping away from her. Just when she was having such a good dream too. She took the pillow off her head and heaved the pillow on the other side of the bed. She opened her eyes and slowly rolled off the bed with a growl.
"Whoever that is, this better be important." She said grumpily. She glanced at the window as she made her way to the door. 'It's not even light out." She thought with an aggravated inward sigh. 'It was around midnight when I fell asleep.' She deduced. 'So it couldn't be that much later.'
She whipped open the door, fully intending to berate the person at the other end. She opened her mouth as she faced the person on the other end, and froze completely. 'What the.' she stood there motionless staring at the form before her.
"Well are you just going to stand there? Or are you going to invite me in so we can talk privately like we first intended." Nathan said laughing.
"What. why are you so late? I thought you would be here sooner." Kira asked. "I waited and then just fell asleep."
Nathan smirked and pushed his way past her. "I just didn't feel like coming sooner, okay?"
Kira just shook her head. "I guess it doesn't really matter." She muttered as she shut the door.
"So dear sister, how much time did you spend alone with the Lord Elladan today?" he said with a hint of hostility.
Kira turned slowly from the door and glared at her brother. "What is your problem with him anyway? Nathan, why do you think him so unworthy? When it is me who is unworthy of him?"
Nathan arched an eyebrow and walked quickly towards her. Not knowing what exactly he meant to do she backed up quickly and right into the door. As he neared her she winced in anticipation and lowered her face.
"Oh god, Kira I am sorry for the way I treated you that day. I do not know what came over me. I am truly sorry and can only hope with time you will forgive me." He said and he wrapped his arms around her and pulled her into a firm hug.
"I do not know why I disapprove of the relationship you have with Elladan. But I do believe that he will only end up hurting you in the end. I may be wrong and I do turn out to be, I will apologize for my Attitude." He pulled away and lifted her face to meet his gaze. "But until then I just want you to know that I do not approve of this relationship. Why can you not fall for a nice human man?" he asked putting an emphasis on the word 'human'.
Kira pulled away and stared at her brother. "So that is it. You mistrust him just because he is an elf?" she asked studying him. She didn't wait for his response she huffed and pulled away from his touch. "I don't understand why that should matter so much to you. As long as he is good to me, treats me kindly and loves me, why should his being an elf matter to you?"
"You said yourself that when you leave he will die, right?" Nathan asked his eyes boring into her. "How will you feel being back home knowing Elladan is back here suffering and slowly dieing without you?"
"Heartbroken."
"Exactly. I simply don't want you to feel that way. You should end it, tell him to sail to Valinor, be with his people. You will both be happier in the end." He said convincingly.
Kira wavered quivering slightly then shaking herself mentally she stared Nathan in the eyes. "No, I know neither of us would be happier in the end. Why can't you understand that to be with him, to be near him, that makes me happy? To cause the pain and suffering I know I would if I did as you ask of me," she stopped for she felt her bottom lip trembling a little. "That would cause us both more anguish in the end. I will not be the cause of that."
Nathan shook his head and looked at her. "Why? Why do you not see how this will only finish with grief? I guarantee it; I do not foresee this love story of yours ending well sister."
"I also agree with you on that. It will end sadly, you, Anthony and I will leave this world and I will have to live with the fact that the being I love with every fiber of my soul will fade away from grief after I have gone."
"Then end it now and save yourselves both the pain." He said loudly.
"It would end the same way. Nathan, we have both fallen to deeply, there is no turning back now. The most me and Elladan can hope for is happiness and peace in the time we have left together." Kira said turning her attention back to the still open window.
Nathan placed his head in is hands and groaned loudly. He looked to his sister and noticed how she had changed since they had come here. She seemed more tranquil, at peace she seemed happy. He looked to the ground and narrowed his eyes. 'No good will come of this. I didn't trust that elf with my sister's heart. And now it seems he has her soul as well. I don't like this, I don't like this at all.' he thought miserably.
Kira gazed back at her brother and smiled weakly. This conversation was quickly draining her. "Have we covered everything dear brother?" she asked tiredly.
He shook his head. "I still need to say something." He said drawing a little closer. He wrapped his arms around her and hugged her tightly. "I am very sorry to how I treated you before, I said this earlier I know but you didn't react." He pulled away sensing her stiffness. "I never meant to hurt you. I will try to act more civilly around him, but I cannot tell you that I accept him. I am not a liar Kira. I am sorry I know it's not what you want to hear," he added as she looked away again. "But it is how I feel. I do not trust him, not when it comes to your heart." He finished.
Kira looked back at Nathan and nodded. "You are forgiven on my part. But if you ever lay a hand on me in anger again you will not find me as submissive as last time." She said with a dangerously steady voice as she stared him straight in the eye.
He gazed at her caught off guard by the tone of her voice. "I understand." He said flatly.
She flicked her gaze over his face to make sure he told the truth. She had always been able to tell when he lied, just like he could her. Satisfied she nodded abruptly and looked back out the window. 'Remain strong. It is almost over, just don't falter.' She kept telling herself. A small part of her just wanted to run into her brother arms and seek comfort, but she couldn't she didn't know if she ever could again after what they had gone through since they got here. "Alright." She said quietly. "Are we done?" Kira asked turning slowly to face him again. "I do not wish to sound rude but I need to sleep. I am very tired, this," she made a motioning with her hands and waved them between them. "Has drained much of my energy."
"Yes, we are done now." He said and turned on his heel and made for the door. He stopped abruptly with his hand on the knob. "Kira?" he asked.
"Hmmm?" she hummed almost silently.
"May I join you tomorrow, for breakfast? Or maybe lunch?" he asked softly with an unsure voice.
Kira spun around abruptly and stared at her brother in surprise. "If you join me for breakfast I hope you don't mind the hobbits and the most of the fellowship being there, for they most certainly will be. And I doubt they will be happy to see you." She added the last part studying him curiously. "If for lunch then not only will most of the fellowship be there, but so will Elladan and his brother." She said eyeing him carefully now.
He nodded and looked at her for a moment. "I am not allowed to be in the dinning hall if you are there." He said looking to the suddenly spellbindingly interesting floor.
"You will have my permission, as long as you are not rude to anyone, or violent." She added the last part quickly as an afterthought. "Just remember that the others will not like you being there. They seem to be upset with you still. Mostly the hobbits, Aragorn and Elladan." She turned back to the window and walked towards it slowly. Her back was turned to him, for which she was grateful so he couldn't see her wavering resolve and her biting her lip nervously.
He sighed heavily and bobbed his head slightly. "Okay then. I will see you tomorrow?" he asked unsure.
Kira nodded. "Yes." She said softly.
"I will take my leave then, goodbye sister." And he opened the door and walked through it, but before closing it behind him. "I am truly sorry for my attitude, I can only hope with time, that things can go back to the way they where." And with that he shut the door behind him.
It seemed to Kira that the shutting door echoed deafeningly. She turned and looked at it for a long while before shutting her eyes tightly and letting the tears fall freely. That had taken a lot out of her. She looked back at the open window and sighed loudly. She walked to it and looked up to the heavens. "Why am I so weak? Telling him he could come to breakfast was a big mistake, I know that. Why did I do it?" she asked pleadingly.
She shuddered as a cold breeze blew by her. She slowly closed the window and flopped tiredly on the bed. She didn't know how much longer she had till morning but she knew that however long it was, it wasn't long enough. It was awhile before sleep finally claimed her.
Kira fell slowly into a deep dreamless sleep. Even though she had a small frown on her features as she slept. She was beyond tired and worn out. Unfortunately she wouldn't get that much sleep.
***
Sorry for the extreme shortness of that chapter. I really, really am but I couldn't think of anything else to add to that. Besides in my own personal opinion it's okay since I had like two or three longer chapters before this. So *sticks out her tongue* there. Anyway I do hope that I can get my new chapter at least started by tomorrow. But work has been hell! I, WOOHOO, got this chapter's done so quickly. Yes I realize it's probably due to the extreme shortness but hey, not my fault that I was unable to cram any more into the already draining conversation. And believe you, me, that chapter took A LOT out of me, it was incredibly exhausting to write. Sorry if it's too short for some but I already apologized for that. And oh boy, a look like their stay in Rivendell is getting pretty extended eh? Oops, I swear it was unintentional. But since they stayed for so long before leaving I thing I should get to take my sweet time. It is after all my story. *Hides from the skeptical and annoyed looks she's getting* okay, okay I'm sorry but it might be another chapter or two before the real action sets in (their leaving Rivendell I mean). So I apologize in advance for that as well.
Disclaimer: Not in the mood, just check back a few chapters.
Mellon: Thanks; yea I think they make a cute couple too. If you like Elladan romance you really should check out Tara's fic, if you haven't already. The only thing I can tell you about Kira leaving Elladan is that I am intending her on going to Lothlorien, of course what happens after that.. Nope not telling. LALALALA *covers her ears and shuts her eyes* I'm not listening. Sorry but if I told you it would ruin the surprise (for you and me both, seeing as I haven't COMPLETELY figured out what's going to happen yet). So yea, that's it. Thank you I hope you like this chapie as well, I know its short and I am sorry.
Dancingfae: *smiles* S'ok, you deserve it for reviewing all the time. Yea he is being a little freaky, he redeemed himself (if only a tiny, tiny little bit) in this chapter. Yea, I too am an only child (also spoiled rotten) I have LOTS of guy friends who seem to think I am some sort of 'little' sister or something; of course they fail to realize I can take care of myself (Greenbelt Kickboxer). Hope I didn't suck out your adrenaline rush or anything. Well your chapter must be almost done by now, right? Post Damnit! POST!!!! *Grabs and shakes you by the shoulders* post. uh, sorry didn't mean to freak you out. I had a Nathan moment I guess. Yes and you will get more treats at the end of my thank you's this time as well. Awwww *kicks dirt* I made a new friend. *blushes*
Tara: yes, well you should see it before I stick the spellchecker on it. But I forgive myself because English is not my first language, so I might miss a few things the spell checker tells me is wrong sometimes I disagree. so sorry about the typo's and such. Yep that chapter I pretty much used to just let the fellowship get to know Kira and visa versa. Yes, I do realize that the elves did not go to Helms deep (DUH!) but it was one of the only add in's that I actually liked and I wanted to put it in there. That is why I asked. It really okay, I like long reviews. Then again I like any kind of review.
MaverickGirl: Hehehe *More blushing* yep I made most of them think of her as a little sister since I didn't want it to be like 'just friends' or have them all fall in love with her or something. Here's your update, soon enough for you? Do you like this one?
PyroPixie: yes, yes I am evil I know. *Catches popcorn and eats* MmmmMmmm yummy popcorn. I thought it about time for her to develop some kind of relationship amongst the group after all she is going to be traveling with them. The tag was like comedy relief or something, I don't know, just thought it'd be funny. Guess it was. Yes your right, I should put in some sort of relationship with her Gimli and her and Aragorn. Next chapter maybe? Sorry it might have been a little bit traumatizing for her, but at least they are on speaking terms now. This soon enough for ya?
Nox: yep I feed my reviewers and give my 'regulars' even more than the. none regulars.? The archery thing and the tag were meant to be both in fun and as a sort of relationship builder for her and the hobbits/Aragorn/Legolas. So yea that's why that's in there. Here's the update.
Spellbound: yep wow looks like a lot of people liked the tag. hmmm, good thing I put it in there eh? Yep the smacking Legolas was a good opener for that scene, in my opinion anyway.
Asfaloth: *laughs* Yep, my intention was always to fatten up those who review, darn. You've discovered my evil scheme *Snaps finger all disappointed like* just kidding. Stupid muses! I swear they are all in cahoots together. Just to mess everyone up and make them update late. *Grumble, grumble* hope you finish your chapter soon. I'll be waiting patiently twiddling my thumbs, alone and museless.
*Sigh* and AGAIN here is that chapter EVERYONE was begging me to update. Hope everyone's happy with it. It took an annoyingly long time to write for such a short thing. Weird. I think I MIGHT be able t get the next one up by Friday or Sunday maybe. But I don't know it depends on a) how much I have to work this week b) how much I have to study and c) how much free time I designate to writing.
Okay so here you all are *Tosses out more chocolate chip cookies.* a HUGE thanks go out to those who actually review. And to Nox, Tara, Dancingfae, PyroPixie and now also MaverickGirl can join the fun. *Hands out various flavors of pop and ice cream* there you guys go. You guys rock thanks for reviewing so much, go you! I know what I'm doing with MY pop and ice cream. Mmmmm ice cream floats. *Drools*.
Namarie Aislin
