Fifth chapter: Living at Hobbiton


The following night Frodo didnt leave her. He stayed at her house and still could not understand that he was married now. Finally they had gone to bed and Frodo laid on his side, having placed his arm on her belly.
Liliane surprisingly said: m glad youre spending my last night here with me.
Frodo did not at once understand.
Your last night?
Well, I... I thought youd take me to Bag End now!
Yes, if you agree...
Liliane smiled. He was relieved to see that since they had not yet spoken of that. Pale moonlight reflected on the opposite wall and lit the dark, so they could see each other.
Of course I do, theres nothing to keep me here. And we wont have to wait.
Frodo shrugged. He could guess what her intentions were, he was in the house where she had lived with Carl - and he understood that she wanted to leave this part of her life behind, now that she was married again.
They fell silent. Liliane felt sleepy very soon once she had closed her eyes. She was pleased with everything and very surprised when suddenly Frodo began: Are... are you asleep?
No. What is it?
I... well, I dont know how to say...
She had already been so tired that she hadnt noticed how nervous he was for there still was something troubling him.
Just tell me, she murmured and yawned.
Since we married today... isnt there something to follow after... I mean, dont you expect something now?
Now she blinked and turned to him with a smile.
No. Why should I?
Both they gaped at each other. Liliane had an idea what he was talking about, but she knew that it was better not to hurry now. She had decided to leave the decision to Frodo since she knew that he was not only shy, but sometimes vulnerable and he had never been with a woman before.
Further she still was at home and didnt feel comfortable about that - and there was a problem she hadnt yet spoken of. She didnt want to now either.
Because... eh... he began, I thought that in the night after a marriage there would, as a sign of love...
She saw him blush and took his hand. He found no words, but she knew what he wanted to say.
No, Frodo, thats not... not necessary. It sounds as if there had a proof to be given, but thats nonsense. It can be, but it doesnt have to. Oh, what are you looking at me that way? You dont need to feel awkward!
He looked quite unhappy, but she hadnt expected it differently.
He took a deep breath.
I havent... I never was... I dont know anything of it and... oh, its so difficult!
You dont need to know anything now. I had thought of that already. Dont pressurize yourself, Frodo. Its not worth it. We have all the time in the world!
He stroked her hand lovingly.
re not disappointed if I don
No! Dont be silly! We will know when it is the right time.
He sighed. s not that I dont want to... but Im so unsure of everything!
Liliane laughed and kissed his cheek.
You will see that there is nothing to fear. Its wonderful indeed.
Frodo hesitated. Once it would be the right time - shouldnt he dare now...
But he didnt. It was impossible right in that moment.
Frodo, dont worry. Or do you reckon me to eat you alive? she asked and grinned broadly when pinching him in his side.
No! What are you doing? he exclaimed, but then both of them started to giggle. Liliane buried her head in the pillow. His expression had been too funny.
Oh Frodo, I love you! she said when she was able to breathe again. But please, you can change your opinion or you should finally take me in your arms and well sleep!
Frodo gasped and did not know what to say, but she helped him not to feel bad about it all and he answered: Well... but soon. Is that alright?
Yes. Soon.
re wonderful! he said, bent down to her and kissed her lovingly.
Mh... more of that, she murmured and cuddled up to Frodo.

They had not needed much time to pack all her things. Liliane was looking forward to move, she had agreed with Merry and Estella that they would live in her house now. Fatty returned to his own which he still had and some days later an old cart made its way up the hill to Bag End. Two ponies were lugging the cart with boxes and two Hobbits on it who had already been expected.
Uncle Frodo! You are back! Elanor exclaimed who had been playing in the garden with her friend Peony. She stood in amazement when she saw Liliane sitting next to him and all the things they carried with them.
You have a new aunt now! Frodo said and Elanors eyes grew wide.
Fantastic! I have a new aunt... she can tell stories and she will play with us and...
Frodo said. s only just arrived. She will...
... and we will have new friends maybe when they have babies! Peony muttered quietly and interrupted Frodo that way. Frodo gazed at her sceptically, but smiled. If all children were that cheeky, he didnt want any.
Master Frodo! he heard Sams voice all of a sudden. He had heard the childrens voices being raised and came to look at the reason for their excitement which also took him then.
s you! Welcome!
He hurried to Frodo and Liliane and before he knew what happened, Liliane embraced him in a friendly manner.
Hello Sam! Its good to see you.
Your arrival is a wonderful surprise! Will... will you move in here now? he asked.
Liliane shrugged smiling. If you allow it...
He has to, Frodo stated from the side and grinned broadly. Still he was the owner of the smial!
Sam didnt hear him speaking, he was nodding eagerly and took Liliane by the hand while Frodo was taking some of the boxes.
Come in! It would be my pleasure to...
I can show everything to her! they suddenly heard Rosie speaking who had come to the entrance. Liliane immediately noticed that she had again grown a little rounder.
When Frodo passed them, lugging three big and heavy boxes, he did not look at them. He felt as if his wife had been stolen from him, but actually he was relieved to see that Liliane had such a warm welcome.
Rosie took the chance to show everything in Bag End to Liliane. Sam and Frodo continued taking everything inside and Sam just gazed at his friend with big eyes full of questions.
Yes, Sam... its a week ago now that we gave our promise...
Sam was speechless. Finally Frodo was happy.
Auntie Liliane... Elanor called and was always in the way when Rosie wanted to explain some things to Liliane. She also told her some things about Frodos more or less strange habits, showed his chaos to her and finally said: s such a warm-hearted and good Hobbit!
It was a busy day for them and in the evening when they had decided to go to bed, Liliane took her nightshirt and looked all around in the room. Frodo had cleaned up his own chaos a little, but her things were the reason for even more chaos than before.
They didnt care about it that moment. The next day would be the one to arrange it all.
She undressed and was suddenly aware of Frodo looking at her. It seemed as if he was dreaming and not even really watching her.
What is it? she asked and startled him.
Oh, I... I just tried to understand how beautiful you are.
He had already changed his clothes and rose now, approached her and she didnt move. He came closer and she leaned on the wall, wanted to put a strand of curls out of her face, but Frodo took her hand and did it himself then.
What are you doing? she asked, considering him standing that close to her. She was surprised of it.
Oh... maybe Im a little... I dont know, he answered and she was not sure whether he blushed a little or not, but suddenly he lifted her up, grabbed her nightshirt and she laid her arm around him while he went over to bed and laid her down very gently.
He laid down beside her, began to kiss her and she was still confused because of his behaviour, but she liked it though. She loved surprises.
Yet she had not expected to feel the touch of his hand on her body. Liliane wrapped her arms around him and let it happen. Frodo caressed her and she closed her eyes, but opened them again when he suddenly hesitated.

He shrugged, but didnt say anything. Unexpectedly he was losing his courage which she realized.
t mind, she said. Frodo bit his lip and did not dare to look at her although she kissed his cheek. But when she wanted to take her nightshirt, he did so instead of her and slipped it over her head.
re curious, she said while clinging to him and he whispered quietly: Maybe I am... yes.

Soon Liliane felt homely in Bag End and Hobbiton which Frodo showed to her, they met Farmer Cotton, Rosies father, and when Liliane woke up one morning, she found flowers next to her bed.
She was surprised - usually Frodo didnt get up that early, but this time he had to give her this little present.
Liliane found a friend in Rosie although they were quite different. She also liked little Elanor very much and spent some time telling her stories of her life and how she had met Frodo.
One afternoon she asked herself how people should find out about her skills in sewing, so she asked Frodo about that.
d like to work... but how will people find about my abilities?
Frodo was confused at first. He had not thought anymore of the fact that he was to tell her something, but now he had to.
I... well, I could tell people about that, now that many already know youre here... but are you bored or...
She frowned. No, Im not bored, but if I can earn money, I will do so! Id like to do something useful.
Thoughtfully Frodo gazed at the opposite wall and then said: You dont need to work to earn money. Its not necessary.
How can that be unnecessary?
Well, you ought to know that Sam is only a gardner because of devotion. He doesnt do it to earn something. Actually nobody earns something here in Bag End. Havent you heard of the rumours of Bilbos riches?
Of course Liliane had and she told him, but she had never reckoned it to be true.
It is true, Frodo said. We still have profit from what he once took back home. He was very rich and no one knows its the truth, but it is.
She was astonished. It was a very new thought to her, she had always worked for living and she said shed like to do something at least for all in Bag End.
s also devotion with me... I like doing that. I cant just live here doing nothing, Frodo.
Oh, do whatever you like.

When they had gone to bed that day, Frodo pulled Liliane, lying in his arms, closer and felt very sleepy. He didnt care about anything while he was lying warmly covered in bed.
He had reckoned her to sleep, but she didnt. She even clinged more to him and laid her hand on his chest. Frodo smiled. He stroked her head lovingly and their eyes met. Suddenly she raised her head and kissed him softly. Frodo closed his eyes and was about to surrender to the feeling of endless happiness which spread all over him, but to his surprise Liliane suddenly took his hand and he opened his eyes again.
He held his breath for a moment when she laid his hand on her breast and he gulped. He felt so much taken by surprise at first, but then he took courage and admitted the feelings of warmth to take him. Excitement grew inside.
But she knew exactly what she wanted, although she had also reckoned him to hesitate. Still he had not dared to take the first step, so she did so now. Maybe it was better if she didnt wait for him to overcome his shyness.
Again she kissed him, this time more longing than before and he understood. He felt so much love and knew that she didnt feel different. Unexpectedly he remembered the day when Peony had been speaking of children and Elanor had later on asked him whether he and Liliane would also have children. He didnt find it hard to recall his thoughts in this moment.
Of course he wanted to have children with her. But he had not yet had the courage to do something, it was all so very new to him. After all, he had honestly been desiring something like that for long.
His hand caressed her breast tenderly and he decided to let everything happen. He felt warmth, they exchanged glances in silence, but they understood each other. She shivered a little when her hand found its way under his shirt and passed lightly over his belly. Frodo closed his eyes, sighed quietly and went through her hair with his hand. When she bent down to him, he gazed at her again and played with a strand of her curls. In her eyes there way the cheeky sparkling again which he loved so much and when he laid his hand on her smooth skin under her nightshirt, curiosity grew.
He pulled her even closer and she was trembling. He caressed her gently, he felt her warmth under his hands and his flesh began to creep pleasantly. His mind had completely gone blank, he could think of nothing anymore.
She was longing to feel him, her hands went deeper and Frodo felt his heart beating faster. He touched her legs slowly and gently, then she knew what would come next.
He was so happy and kissed her. The love they both shared grew every second, it was so immense that it paralyzed his thoughts. She gave herself up to him and he embraced her tightly, he wanted to feel her so close to him. He stroked her tenderly which she returned gladly, he caressed her all over and the pleasant tingly feeling inside grew when he felt her hands everywhere.
They made love, the surroundings vanished and he buried his head on her breast when he wished not to let go of her ever again. They were so close to each other for the first time, it was like two becoming one and he could hardly understand how wonderful it was.
He gave her a long kiss and felt her clutching him.
She fell asleep later in his arms, but also Frodo himself was very tired sometime. Losing in his thoughts, he stroked her cheek full of affection and kissed her.
He had never felt something like that before. Liliane led him ways he hadnt even known of. Unlike him, she knew how to live a real life. His life had always been full of thoughts and dreams which had never come true, he had no real skills, but he knew of more things than most Hobbits. He read of Elves and the history of Middle-earth - but had that been life?
It hadnt. Still he had had a wonderful time before, free of worries and toils, he had always had money, there were some good friends and he could spend his time doing what he wanted to. But first he had experienced how hard life could be when he had taken the Ring, still idealistic and full of a slowly fading hope.
It had nearly broken him, but he was stronger. It was as if he had known that there was something yet waiting for him, he had returned as if he had reckoned Liliane to find him and give her love to him.
Love was what he needed. He had never known that there was something to heal his wounds. Frodo had always reckoned to spend his life alone and unmarried like Bilbo, but here he was unlike him again.
She was so full of happiness, it seemed as if it was surrounding her and also taking others, but still she also understood him and did not fear his past. She loved him the way he loved her.
Frodo felt warmth in his heart, the warmth of untroubled joy. She had given it to him.
With all the love she could effort, she had shown him, carefully and understanding, how wonderful love could be. He never wanted to miss that again. He never wanted to be without her again.
His past was forgotten. She changed him. Now his attention turned to different things and he felt something that had been unknown before. He wanted to care for her. He felt responsibility, the need to protect her from all adversities that there could be. As long as he would be able to, he would see that there was nothing on earth to harm her.
She took his shyness, she made his worries leave and brought the light back to his life that had been ruled by darkness for some time - and he had not been able to forget until now.
He was looking forward to a life full of peace in the newly blossoming Shire. It should not be spoiled by anything.
Before he noticed, he had fallen asleep.

Sam laid the rake aside when he saw Liliane approaching him. It was a wonderful day in the late summer, there was a pleasant smell of the harvested fields in the air and the golden sunlight shone brightly through the nearby trees branches.
What can I do for you? Sam asked when he saw her eyes full of questions. She stood awkwardly in front of him and after having taken a deep breath, she said: Frodo said youd tell me of the quest... once he tried to, but he couldnt. Yet Id like to know of the things that happened.
He had been kneeling, but now Sam sat down and invited her to do the same. He considered the events for a moment before he said anything.
Well, yes... I offered Frodo to do so instead of him... I guess he roughly told you of everything, didnt he?
Liliane nodded and reported of what she already knew. Sam was listening attentively and then sighed.
And he could not speak of Cirith Ungol, yes - I know why. I know what his troubles are.
They were sitting in the shadow of the tree and kept silence for a moment before Sam began with his narration.
He had wanted to go alone. Master Frodo hadnt wanted me to come along, but still I had done so. And it was good. When we met Gollum, he didnt see the danger and we left the horrifying marshes behind... making for the crossroads and the entering of the worst place wed ever seen.
Liliane found it hard to follow since he had no real order in what he told her. It was too difficult for him to stay calm facing the remembrance of evil.
We made for the stairs of Cirith Ungol. And then we entered the darkest place in all Middle-earth. It was such a thick darkness and the stench in the tunnel was biting and gnawing... it was so hard to breathe. And there were these hideous noises of the most terrible beast ever seen. Not even the light from the starglass hurt her, there was nothing to hide from her. Shelob had eaten the light and poisoned the air, she was after us - or after Frodo, to be precise. Gollum wanted to strangle me, but I fought him and made him escape. It was too late. I saw the monstrous spider bending over him, her thick body, eight-legged she...
Sam hesitated. Too close to his mind the pictures were, but after a minute he continued.
She had biten him. Its the scar in his neck. Up to this day Frodo hasnt told me yet whether he had already lost consciousness when she spun her cord - she had wound it about him from shoulder to feet. I do understand why hes terrifed to death even by tiny spiders still today. And I mistook him for dead once I had made Shelob turn away. She had gone and Frodo too, I thought... and took the Ring to fulfill the quest by leaving him behind. There was nothing I could do. And it was my biggest mistake.
He raised his hand and hid his face in it. Still he blamed it on himself, it had been his fault that it even came worse for Frodo.
The orcs came and found him. They took him to the watchtower of Cirith Ungol for there had been an order to take all spies captive, strip them and search them for everything... with immediate message to Barad-dur. And they said he was not dead since Shelob didnt eat cold meat - dead meat. I hurried to save him, but I was too late. And I was alone. I made my way entering the tower where all the orcs had been dead save a few... They mistook me for an Elf-warrior because of Frodos glowing sword that I had, Sting, his present from Bilbo. And I heard him when I was singing and he responded. Then an orc came... he had a whip. His harsh voice is still in my ears, he was threatening him who was all alone and frightened. He also used the whip, but only once. I killed him then.
Sams voice had been quavering until he had spoken of the killing. He had always been convinced that it had been right to kill the one that had brought torture to Frodo.
But this was how I found him. They had taken all his clothes and he was panicking because of the Ring which he reckoned as lost. He was so afraid of everything. Up to now he only told me that he had been questioned by the orcs with knives in their hands.
I dont dare to imagine.
What... what do orcs look like? Liliane asked when he paused. Sam bit his lip.
re the most ugly creatures that are alive, except for Shelob maybe. They have yellow fangs and biting claws, distorted faces and an evil character - if they have one, but I doubt it.
And... and they had Frodo taken captive? Was he alright then?
Yes... but yet we hadnt reached Mount Doom. We were running out of food soon, and sleep. And we found no water for long. We accepted that we would not return. Frodo had barely enough strength left to go on. The Ring was too heavy for him. In the end I carried him up the fiery mountain, I wanted to excuse my mistake - I was responsible for him and I hadnt taken care... how could I judge about him claiming the Ring for his own? After all that he has been through...
He trailed off. Liliane still saw a picture in her mind: Frodo wound in the spiders cord.
He must have been scared to death. He...
At once she rose and without saying a word, she ran to Bag End and searched for Frodo who was bringing his things in order.
He had wanted to ask her if she would like some tea when he heard her coming, but when he turned and saw her, he didnt move at the sight. She was trembling and her eyes were shining from tears.
Is there something wrong, dear? What...
First she did not answer when she ran towards him. Frodo was confused when he embraced Liliane in order to comfort her. She buried her head at his shoulder and began to weep quietly. Frodo laid his hand on her head to calm her down, but it was useless.
How... how can you live with such a... terrifying memory? How, Frodo?
Just from Sams report she felt Frodos pain as if it was her own.
First he didnt know what she was talking about, but then he realized that Sam must have spoken to her.
s all over, Liliane, it doesnt hurt anymore... youre a reason for that. The wounds are healed.
He took some steps backwards and both of them sat down on the bed. Frodo stroked her soothingly and soon she stopped crying. To hear about that was a shock for her. She had never been able to imagine such horror. And it was so hard for her to imagine that Frodo had experienced this horror - yet he was not broken!
You are so brave, she murmured. Frodo shook his head.
No. Im not. I was weak in the end. But you make me feel different about everything. I can cope with that now. Its over.
Liliane nodded and smiled when he kissed her forehead.
He was brave indeed.

Silently Liliane got up and was very careful not to wake him up. Frodo was still sleeping and had a peaceful expression on his face. She was tempted to give him a kiss, but she couldnt yet.
As quiet as possible she sneaked out of the bedroom and walked into the kitchen. Sam was already waiting for her.
Good morning! Is Master Frodo still asleep?
Yes... I managed not to disturb him. Do you have the letters? Liliane asked and smiled about Sams habit to speak of Frodo. They were best friends and first she had found it strange how Sam always called him. She had immediately taken care that he would just call her by her first name which he hadnt really liked. It seemed not polite enough for the wife of his Master Frodo, but she had insisted on that.
Sam showed his treasures to her which had been hidden and were now in his hands. Together they prepared a delicious breakfast and took it all to the bedroom when they were done. There were his favourite flowers from the garden between Frodos beloved cheese and the bread, but in the center of it all there were three letters leaning on a cup of milk.
Sam carried the pleasantly smelling breakfast and followed Liliane who first sat down on the bed and placed her hand on Frodos shoulder.
Frodo grumbled and blinked, but he decided not to be interested yet.
Frodo... there is a surprise for you, dear! Liliane whispered and Sam grinned. Still he was holding the surprise, he had rested the plate on his knees and waited.
Too early... leave me. This was all Frodo said. In a demonstrative manner he sighed and kept his eyes closed. Liliane raised her eyebrows and lifted the blanket a little, let her hand disappear under it - and before she could even think of tickling him, he grabbed her hand and stopped her.
re a torturer! Frodo moaned and opened his eyes. Then he first perceived Sam.
Oh... good morning, you two. What on earth...
s your birthday! Dont tell me you forgot! Liliane said and looked at him very sceptically. Frodo shook his head.
No... no, but that youd disturb my peace... breakfast!
Immediately his face brightened and he sat upright. Sam handed him the plate and said: Happy birthday, Master Frodo!
Happy birthday, Liliane added and the two of them observed Frodo regarding his breakfast. It took some seconds until he noticed the letters.
Who mailed me...? he murmured and took the first letter, just to see that there were two more letters. The address was written in the common type, but when he unfolded the first letter, he had to concentrate on reading Tengwar which he hadnt done for long.
The letter was sent by Aragorn, King Elessar of Gondor. He announced his happiness concerning Frodos marriage and would gladly welcome his friends the next summer in Gondor.
What is that? Frodo asked himself barely audiable. Sam and Liliane smiled. Then Frodo took the next letter which was also written in Tengwar.
Liliane had been able to read all letters since Frodo had taught her the different types.
s from Legolas, Frodo said and read that the Elf was happy to hear about the news of Frodos wedding.
Of course I will come to Gondor! Frodo read out loudly and was so excited at once that he first was confused about the third letter written in Angerthas.
Gimli! Please, would you two tell me what youve done? Frodo said when he had finished reading.
Oh... it was Lilianes idea. She asked me whether we should give you a present for your birthday although you should actually give some to us... and, well, we had the idea to announce your marriage to our friends and invite them all to come to Gondor next summer to meet us! Sam explained. Frodos eyes grew wide in joy.
You are... I dont know what... thank you! he stammered and embraced them one after another. Sam was glad to see him that happy.
It was a good idea indeed!
He had just said that when he heard a knock on the door.
Who would that be so early in the morning? asked Frodo, but Sam only shrugged and went to the door.
Of course he knew who it was. He had also sent a letter to Gandalf to tell him about Liliane and the wizards answer let him know that he would visit them in Bag End for Frodos birthday.
Good morning, dear Sam! Is he still in bed? Liliane and Frodo heard Gandalfs voice and Frodos eyes grew even bigger.
he exclaimed, put the plate aside and got up to welcome his friend.
Gandalf laughed when he saw him like that, there was still sleep in his eyes, but also endless joy. He had not seen him like that for years.
Frodo embraced the tall wizard and smiled. s so good to see you, Gandalf!
The wizard also smiled. Happy birthday, my dear Frodo! But why are you surprised? Did you not think your old friend would come to see you on your birthday?
Well, yes... Im still tired, sorry... Frodo began but yawned. Gandalf laughed.
It was not the way it had always been - he was not Gandalf the Grey anymore, but still it looked as if he belonged in Bag End. And he felt homely himself, though everything had changed - to a better way. He was roaming all about Middle-earth with no place he returned to regularly, but he liked this kind of life. It hard been hard for Sam to find him, but Gandalf had been waiting for news from the Shire anyway.
He did not forget Merrys birthday when he had seen Frodo with Liliane for the first time.
Frodo had not been able to hide his feelings, so Gandalf had decided to wait for news that would approve his idea of Frodo leaving his loneliness behind.
Liliane appeared in the door now and looked at him. She said nothing. She knew who Gandalf was, but she didnt know how to behave now, so the wizard helped her.
Good morning, Liliane. Finally we meet! When Sam informed me of everything, I was eager to meet you again. You probably know that Im an old friend to Frodo, so changes in his life are of concern for me!
She approached him and he knelt down to embrace her, too.
Hello, Gandalf, she said and smiled. Immediately she knew that she liked him.
It was a wonderful day. They spent all their time together, celebrating a little party, and Gandalf decided to stay for some days.
One evening he asked Liliane to come with him. He had planned to talk to her for a while since he had seen how much she meant to Frodo. There were things she ought to know.
The two of them sat down in Frodos working room and Gandalf began: First I have to say that Im glad having found out that Frodos wife is warm-hearted and understanding. This is exactly what he needs. Meanwhile either Frodo or Sam might have told you about the quest, I guess?
She nodded. Frodo tried to, but he couldnt, so Sam told me the rest. I think I know everything important.
Very good... this shall be the foundation of your love and trust. It would be impossible to live with him without trying to understand him. I see that youre doing so and so this is not why Im telling you all this... but as Frodos friend it is my duty to stress something. It didnt take me long to see that you mean more to him than anything or anyone else. You might know how close he is to Sam, but this is still different.
I never reckoned Frodo to fall in love and marry. Like Bilbo, he had never had such intentions, hes different from most Hobbits in many things. But that he did - especially after the quest which nearly broke him and made him leave his home - shows me one thing: He would do everything for you and he would be unable to cope with the loss of your love. I do not fear this to happen, for I see that you return the same love that he gives to you. You know very much about him already, dont you? You accepted his horrible past as a part of him, only few would do so. But referring to what Sam told me, you do not know about the past coming back to life twice a year. This will frighten you and I have to warn you.
Liliane had been listening closely, but now she was startled. Gandalf saw that she didnt know what he was talking about, so he continued.
On October the sixth and March the thirteenth of every year Frodo will be toiled by the pain of his wounds. You know the scars of the stabbing at Weathertop and the sting by Shelob. Sam once told me about the return of this remembrance. Frodo is taken by cold and his scars hurt terribly. Sometimes it changes him on these days. He will be the same again the next day, but on these days you might think you dont know him anymore. Do you understand?
Liliane nodded. Indeed she had not known about that, but she was glad that she was prepared now.
I will not leave him, nothing will make me do that. I do not fear his past, she said.
Not willingly maybe. But up to now they have only told you. You will be scared when you see the remembrance coming back to life. It will change him for a day and believe me, to feel that will hurt you. But dont let yourself be frightened by that. Sam knows how to handle that, stick to what he does and do everything not to let yourself be shocked. It would tear his heart. I only want to prepare you. Frodo might want to hide that from you, but dont let him. Help him. Nothing bad will happen to him, dont fear for his health or his life. But after all hes not only your husband, still hes the Ringbearer although he forgot about that now. This is good, I have to say, you healed all his wounds that you could heal - but two will always be stronger than your love. You will see of what darkness I speak.
She was confused. Liliane didnt know what to say. Gandalf did not doubt her love for there was no reason to do so and he knew that - he was wise. He had only spent a short time at Bag End and already knew so much about her relationship to Frodo, so she feared that he spoke the truth.
She guessed she would not be prepared yet.
Thank you that you told me of that... Indeed I need to know. I dont want anything to separate me from Frodo! she said. She sounded very determined.
Gandalf smiled. She was also different from most Hobbits. She knew what she wanted, she was honest and had a strong will, much love to give and was courageous.
His positive feeling concerning Liliane grew steadily.