Chapter III – Now we know
They were getting sick of waiting. From Aragorn's reckoning, it had been about five days since they were put in this cell. Legolas' wrist had healed, thanks to the quick healing abilities of the elves.
Now, he leaned against one wall of the cell staring out of the one window that allowed sight of the night sky above.
Aragorn sighed deeply. This lack of activity was starting to get to him. If these people were going to do something, he wished they would do it already. All this waiting was just … annoying.
He heard the heavy bolts on the outside being lifted and titled his head towards the door. It was probably someone with their food again. So he did not pay it much heed, but instead of the expected dinner, a tall, commanding man stepped through, the heavy wooden door closing shut behind him. And then he stepped out from the shadows into the light of the torch.
Both pairs of eyes turned to face him.
"So… you are the prince of Mirkwood"
It was more of a statement then a question but Legolas nodded slightly anyway.
A small spark of fear flickered in Legolas' heart. He prayed fervently he would not be used against his father. It felt weak to be so ill used against his loved ones.
"I see nothing to gain with the two of you trapped in this cell. Tomorrow, you will begin work."
With that said, he left.
"Well, at least now we know what he wants."
Legolas stared at his friend. Sometimes, he seriously wondered if Aragorn was sane enough to be walking around middle earth.
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Work turned out to be pushing heavy axles and lifting coal into fires. The heat in the power factory was stifling, and sweat trickled down Legolas' face as he pushed against a wooden beam of one of the wheels used to generate power. The splintered wood cut into his hands, leaving bloody handprints. Aragorn had been assigned to lift coal.
Well, he should be happy, thought Legolas. He was the one who wanted some action after all.
Suddenly, a large hand grabbed him from behind.
"The boss says we need some of your blood."
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TBC…
Sorry, I know it's another snippet.
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