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Chapter 26: Events Leading to War

' I have heard that you prevented a warrior of mine from killing an elf! '

' That Orc will pay for talking! ' Thought Gwanath before she turned to face the eye.

' I want to kill the fellowship myself. I want them to suffer under my own hands! How can I achieve such a thing if a lowly Orc kills them? ' She snapped.

Sauron did not respond; the Eye then just disappeared.

' Thanya yassen templa! ' (Curse)

Somewhere in the middle of the Orc army, a pain filled scream was heard.

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As the Nazgul's withdrew their swords from her body, they took a step back and stood still. It was now Gwanath who was standing before them. And in a blink, all the Orcs, Goblins, Hillmen, Nazgul's and even Gwanath disappeared leaving no trace behind of the events that had taken place.

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No words were spoken as they buried the dead. No tears were shed even as they buried Lord Denethor and King Theoden. It seems that the shock of seeing Lenae turn to the dark side had caused them to feel numb. After everything was done, they all converged at the main hall to discuss what actions they should take. But not all people where at the main hall. Pippen had opted to stay beside Lady Eowyn and Merry who were in the healing room resting.

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' A'maelamin (my beloved) it is nice of you to visit me. What is it that you want that you had to come all the way here? '

' I have come to join you Sauron! '

' How sudden! Was it not just a few days ago that you said my doom was near? '

' That is true Beleger (mighty one) but now I have seen the error of my ways and have come to know of your greatness and power. I want to have power! I can feel it inside me. The darkness, it wants to be with you. '

' If you are planning to trick me, I. . . '

' I do not! Read my mind and see for yourself that I speak the truth! '

' Yesss. . . . I see it clearly. . . . The darkness had finally over taken your will. . . . It seeks me! '

The Eye of Sauron grew bigger as it laughed, then a dark energy bolt blasted towards Gwanath.

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' Our fight with the Dark Lord has just become much harder than I anticipated ' Gandalf spoke breaking the silence of the room.

' Sauron was right when he told us that no one could defeat his warrior. Gwanath is the most powerful warrior there is. ' He added.

' Not only that she is a great warrior, she was also once our comrade and it will be difficult to fight one who was our friend. ' Gimli spoke.

' But if the only way to defeat Sauron is to kill Gwanath first, so be it! ' Said Aragorn.

Each and every person in the room then turned their attention to the only member of the fellowship who had not spoken. Legolas had kept silent. Seeing Gwanath fighting for Sauron had woken him up from his obsession with the sea. To him making a decision, to fight and probable eliminate Gwanath, at that time was difficult. But he had made a vow to protect and defend Middle Earth against Sauron and his evil forces.

' And if it will be in my hands to kill her, then I will! For the good of Middle Earth and all it people. ' Legolas finally spoke.

All in the room nodded with agreement. The war is not only for themselves but all those who are living in Middle Earth.

' With all that has been said here, we should start planning our final battle to victory. ' Said Gandalf.

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' It is nice of you to convene again for my sake. ' Gwanath spoke as she appeared before the council of shadows.

' I told you not to interfere or plan to interfere with my plans but you all did not listen. . . . Now you all will have to pay the consequences of your actions. And by the way, no need to call on the other shadows, I already have taken care of that problem first. They are all dead and now it is your turn! '

Black energy bolts came out of Gwanath's fingertips and began striking each of the council members until each one of them fell to the ground lifeless.

' I did not think it would be that easy, having these powers make working for Sauron worthwhile. ' Gwanath thought as she smirked while looking at the work she had done.

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The men were ready and the reinforcements composing of elves and dwarves had already arrived. Now they prepared themselves to ride out to Mordor for the final battle to decide the fate of Middle Earth. And each and every one of them was willing to give up his or her life just to save Middle Earth. With the sounding of the horns, the Army of Middle Earth moved out.

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' How was your trip back to Valinor Aratoamin (my champion)? '

' It was successful my Lord, I have eliminated them. '

' Good! The men are waiting for you. . . . Go and lead them to victory! '

' Yes my Lord, I cannot wait to see their faces when we suddenly appear in Minas Tirith and especially when I reveal myself to them! '

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' Beleger (mighty one), the enemy have started leaving Minas Tirith for Mordor. The men are ready and await your orders. ' A Hillman informed Gwanath.

' Sound the battle horn! '

' Yes Beleger! ' The Hillman bowed then left.

' It is time! ' She spoke to herself before disappearing.