I'm so so so sorry about not getting this up faster…I had a near-death expierience the week before last and I missed a week of school so I had to make it up…bah and the chapter is so short too. I feel so guilty but I hope people will think of it as a ' at least there is a chapter' situation right? **hopes**

Both Gandalf and Elrond had refused admittance to the chamber, no matter who the person was. Aragorn paced incessantly, his hands working and un-working in fists. Worry radiated from the tired gray eyes and the man's mouth was set in a thin line. Thranduil stood motionless near the door. He had not said a word since Legolas had been taken inside. Elladan and Elrohir were standing as well, both wore silent grave looks. Gimli was slumped down against the wall, eyes fixed on the door for any sign of movement. The hobbits were sitting together in a big mass on the ground, eyes shut fast asleep though they had fought desperately to stay awake. Retching could be heard from within the chamber and Aragorn spun around. "This is ridiculous! Why can we not be present! I am his husband!!!" Aragorn shouted angrily and then started towards the door.

' The less people present the easier it is for Ada to work, he knows that so many emotions and distractions will only hinder him." Elladan said quietly, catching his younger brother by the arm. Aragorn turned to look at him before sighing.

" We will find who did this and when we do they will regret they were ever born." Gimli said fiercely and all those present nodded in agreement, all save to hobbits whose only sign of agreeance was a loud snore. Once more there was a loud cry of pain from inside the room and Aragorn started, once more spinning to face the wooden doors.

" Estel no." Thranduil said gently. He hid his emotions well and Aragorn stilled under the steady gaze. Thranduil had never called him anything less than 'Your Highness' even though he was a king as well. Aragorn sighed and then leaned back against the wall, his fists swinging out of nervousness collided causing a small thud. No one paid any attention.

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" Swallow this." Gandalf held out a small glass to Legolas. The Prince reached out to take it but his hands shook so badly that he couldn't raise it to his lips. Gandalf placed his hand atop Legolas' and gently pushed the cup until the Elf was able to drink. Pain was evident in the deep blue eyes and Gandalf felt a deep sympathy for the being before him. He could hear Elrond moving about in the background until gradually the footfalls returned to the side of the bed. In his own house and amidst his worry he did not think anything of hiding his approach as Elves so often did.

" Do not fret…I believe I have stopped it. Thankfully the herbs missing from my chambers were those used in your drinks and I was able to immediately counteract them. All will be well…now I want you to finish your drink and then sleep." Legolas nodded letting his head fall back against the pillow.

" Are you sure the-"

" Everything is well." Elrond lay a hand on the Prince's stomach to emphasize his point. " Now you will rest and either Mithrandir or I will be in to see you periodically." Legolas sighed, his eyes falling closed.

" And the pain-"

" Will slowly diminish now that I've given you the remedy." Legolas allowed his eyes to close and momentarily before opening them once more, this time they held a vacant, distanced look. Elrond smiled softly and then he and Gandalf left the room.

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" How much longer can it take to-" But Aragorn's words were stopped by the sudden opening of the door as Elrond and Gandalf exited the bedchamber. Immediately he was upon the pair asking questions.

" Everything is fine Estel…now I want you to rest. You too have taken some of the drink, though not as much as the Prince I would still feel more at ease of you would take to your bed for the night." Aragorn looked pointedly to the doors of Elrond's chamber but Elrond shook his head. " By yourself…now or I will not allow you to see him in the morning." Elrohir and Elladan had visibly relaxed and were discreetly blocking the doorway, though Thranduil was trying his best to gain access.

" I want all to rest assured that Legolas will be fine, he merely needs to rest, now all of you go back to bed and we will discuss this in the morning." Gandalf spoke with extreme authority in his voice and at once everyone fell silent, even Thranduil. " You can all loiter here as long as you want but the doors will be locked against you." This was met with mutinous mutterings and Gandalf smiled. " I will also take the liberty to place a small spell therefore no one no matter their powers can enter."

" You are sure he is well? Have you-"

" Thranduil worry not." Elrond placed a hand on Thranduil's shoulder respectively. "The night has been long and everyone needs their rest." Thranduil looked as though he were about to protest but remained silent for a few moments.

" I trust you." He said finally and then turned to face the others in the hall. " All will heed what has been asked, If they do not they will answer to me. Elrond wishes not to have people wandering his home at all hours of the night." Though those he addressed seemed less than happy at this they did not speak and silently began to file away in various directions.

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"You look as though you're deep in thought." Glorfindel said quietly. Elrond turned away from the window momentarily to cast a glance in the blond's direction. " Would you care the share your thoughts with an old friend?"

" I do not think I can as of yet because I need to investigate further before I make an announcement." Was the answer. Glorfindel nodded.

" And what or whom does this announcement concern?"

" It concerns Estel and Legolas." Glorfindel raised an eyebrow and set down his glass.

" And the nature of it, is it good or-"

" Aye it is very good but as I have said I need more time before I can make a judgement…" Elrond's voice trailed off. " Do not pester me further." But the request was said good-naturedly. Glorfindel smiled and then nodded.

" When was the last time you checked on the young Prince?"

" It must have been this morning directly after breakfast…I suppose I should return." Glorfindel stood.

" Alright then…I suppose I will go back to my studies then." He said smiling still. Elrond nodded and then the two left the office.

So so sorry once again. I'm a horrible author for making u guys wait so long…