Purple sky II: Life as it spins

By Angelic Elf

Disclaimer: Same as part one.

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Chapter 2:The truth never dies

Orophuin and his men (or should I say elves) led us to Galadriel and Celeborn. I hoped she would show mercy upon her archers and messenger, it was not entirely their fault. I rode closely behind the archers, against Legolas's will. I know he feels like he must protect me, but I can survive on my own. The trees rose above us all, like a protecting blanket. They made me feel safe and welcome, when its people did not read on the same line. They knew the truth, past, in fact, everything that went on here and informed all trees in the forest.

My mind was wary, because I knew that the moment I stepped foot in the boundaries of the forest city, my thoughts would be read, searched and possibly corrupted. Anything was possible, and I didn't rule anything out. I kept on my guard. I would have to, especially when I was on my own. No one would strike me in the company of my friends, as they were friends of Lorien. Astaldo was nervous. He knew we were not welcome. In the back of my mind I wanted my parents to be here, but I knew I would have to face this alone. I will face this alone and prove myself.

That night we made camp. We would reach the lord and lady tomorrow. I felt distanced from everyone. They were talking with the habitants, discussing various things that I had no care for. Beau was sitting by himself, fixing his quiver, his small scimitar by his side. Why did he not converse with his people? Why was he so distant? I looked him over, trying to read his mind, to no prevail. I must have been making some weird faces, because he turned his attention to me. I yelped in surprise, not realising I had been staring at him so. He gave me a curious look, than stood up and walked over, picking up his weapons as he went. "Are you alright milady? Is there some question you are dying to ask me?"

"Yeah, I'm fine. But…Why aren't you talking with your kin?" I asked him, offering him a seat beside me, which he took.

"Don't you mean our kin?" he questioned.

"Well sort of…I'm only half elvan. My mother was a maiden from these very woods." I replied.

"Oh…and your father, where was he from."

"Earth, he is of the race of men."

"Earth? I have never heard of such a place. Is it over the sea? Past Valinor?"

"Something like that. So will you not answer me question?"

"Oh, sorry. I am not from Lorien. I am a wanderer so to speak. I travel all over ennor, looking for a place to stay for a while, doing errands, fighting in small battles."

"Sounds great!" I said, thoroughly interested in this carefree, fly by the seat of your pants life. I wish I had that ease.

"I must argue milady. It is a tough life, but I belong to no where, offering my services where they are needed."

"Trust me, you got it easy." I replied. Beau was about to say something, but Legolas interrupted us.

"Meldamin, Aragorn wishes a word." He said to me.

"Nice chatting with you Beau." I said, waving goodbye to him, going in search of Aragorn. I found him seated with Orophuin. "What did you wish to see me about Aragorn?" I asked, giving the elf a look.

"I have told Captain Orophuin your story and he wishes to aid us."

"Really?" I asked, quite surprised, almost chocking on my words.

"Milady, you face terrible evil, it is the least your kindred can do to help. I know that your mother and father left ennor; I just did not know that your sister and yourself would exist. I helped them escape, but I was swarm to secrecy. I am very sorry for my actions." The captain replied.

"Nah, its cool dude. Nice to have you on the team. I have no idea how I'm going to break the news." I replied, getting an odd stare from the captain. Aragorn just gave a reassuring smile, smirking at Orophuin's reaction. I couldn't help but smile. My heart felt lighter. It would make my job easier.

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I slept through the entire night last night, and had to be woken up by my love. "Awaken beauty." He whispered to me, "the day is yet young and we must make our way before it grows old."

"Ay me Legolas, your words could only send me into pleasant dreams, soothing my soul." I replied in true Shakespeare language. "And yet you bring me life such as I have never known it."

"As you do to me. IS it only fair that we do so?"

"Well…yeah" I said laughing. I looked around, everyone was packing up. We did the same than grabbed a bite to eat, which as usual, was lembas. Now don't get me wrong, the stuff is super yummy, but after eating only that for about a month makes things quite boring. Orophuin approached us, bowing as he came close enough.

"My lord, milady, we are ready to set out now."

"Very well, lets away." I said, I was finally getting the hang of the whole old English speech that they used here. I mounted Astaldo who was already tact up, and rode beside Legolas. It was all pretty much a friendlier atmosphere that day. All the archers were a lot nicer to me, even calling me Milady and saying stuff like of course milady, at your service etc… Very coolness.

At about lunchtime, we made it to our destination. I was nervous, scared, petrified, anxious, angry, in control, ready to face my grandmother. That almost sums up how I felt. We rode into the gates and many of the villagers stopped what they were doing and cheered. I guess they didn't know I was there, or what was going to happen. I smiled, and waved to a few. They were very kind, offering us blankets, food, drink and many other special items. A little elfin girl gave me a flower, which coincidently, was the symbelmyne. I thanked her looked at the flower as I rode through the streets. Up ahead, I saw her. Galadriel and Celeborn descended a flight of stairs to meet us. I was sure to have my head ripped off for entering the city, let alone the wood.

"Mae govannon mellonamin. Please, make yourselves comfortable, take rest and whatever else you need whilst here." Celeborn said, waving his hand as though to signal a large bounty.

"Diola lle." Aragorn replied, dismounting his steed. I felt a cold sharp pain inside my head. A voice questioned me. I knew who it was. I would not take her crap. I'll give it back big time.

'I told you to stay away! Get out!' Galadriel shouted, making my head want to burst.

'Back off! I came here to face you, to tell you what I have before, this time I have back up. They all know. They know that it is the truth!' I replied. She stumbled backwards. Celeborn assisted her.

'No! You lie!' she shouted again. I did not move a muscle. I would not let her see me in pain.

'Oh you better believe it baby. Ask any that travel with me. They will back me up.' I had to admit; I never thought I would have such an affect on her.

"Milady, what is it?" Celeborn asked his wife.

"She is here…among us." Galadriel stuttered out.

"Where! Come forward Blythe! We know you're here!" Celeborn shouted. I casually walked forward in true commando style. I had learnt a lot about walking like a warrior would, hanging around Aragorn. I parted the crowd and stood before my grandparents. "You say you are the daughter of our daughter Symbelmyne, do you not?" Celeborn questioned.

"I do not say, I know, and I here bare witnesses. You can ask any one here. If that isn't enough to satisfy your mind, than ask Lord Elrond. I was summoned to ennor by him." I replied coolly.

"Fine! Who here in the presence of the lord and lady of the golden wood shall back up this…this…liar?"

Aragorn came forward and bowed. "I do my lord. I was sent to collect Blythe and her sister Thea. She speaks only the truth."

"It is true my lord. I was to help the Symbelmyne and her lover escape." Captain Orophuin said, coming forward and bowing also.

"Parley! This cannot be true!" Celeborn shouted.

"Alas my lord, tis so. Blythe tells the truth, and if it means my life is forfeit, than let it be so and I shall back her up." Legolas said, bowing beside me.

"Ye, I will agree to that!" Gimli said, running forward and following the suit.

"As shall I!" Vala said, striding forward.

"And I!" Linnende said.

"And I!" pipped up Ilana.

"And me! I will follow up that statement to my death!" Mel said, jogging forward.

"I shall also my lord. Blythe would not lie about such things." Elanor said.

"You have all been corrupted! It cannot be so!" Celeborn said, loosing his temper fast. Galadriel was searching my mind for the truth. I felt her presence. Then, it left.

"Alas my love, she speaks the truth. I cannot lie. But how can it be so?" Galadriel said, walking forward, putting her hand on my shoulder.

"My parents left middle earth because they knew their love would not be approved. They wanted to be together and would do anything to make it happen. They eventually left and returned to Earth. Since then they had my sister and I and have lived, fairly happily ever after." I replied, looking her straight in the eyes.

"I thought they had died. I thought orcs had killed them!" Galadriel said, embracing me and crying on my shoulder.

"No they didn't. They are very much alive." I said, trying to comfort her the best I could. She finally pulled herself together.

"Offer my granddaughter the best room we have available. Clothes and all other things she sees fit to own." Galadriel said to her handmaiden. She then turned to me and said: "I am sorry I ever doubted you. I should have known that you are my daughter's daughter. You are so much alike! And no other would posses my power to such a degree."

"Think nothing of it. I knew it would be a hard road, but we made it!" I said. Then my grandfather approached us.

"A feast will be held in honour of this occasion! Come now my child, there is much to discuss." He said, beckoning me to follow him and his wife. I gave a silent thanks to all who had backed me up and ran after my grandparents. I was glad it was all sorted out. I honestly thought it would be harder than that!

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Author's note: Yeah! Galadriel finally believed her! Coolness!

Any shoobies: I'm sorry everyone has had such a small role in these past chapters. It's very slack of me! Next time! I want to have major chapters with you guys in it!

Oracle: Oh no! I won't hear from u for two weeks! That bites. I'll miss u! I hope ur butt gets better from falling off that horse on ur way to lorien! Well, Galadriel came to her senses…finally! Any ologies, thank u muchly! Don't worry, ur not insane, it's the world that is and that got everything mixed up 4 u and me both!

Levanna:  My god, my torniquet, return to me salvation!!!!!(last part totally off key) no wonder I'm backup, not lead singer! I was going to have her rip at him but I went somewhere with the story and forgot to add it. Sorry! Plz forgive me! I'll let Vala rip someone else to shreds! Hehehehe! Omg, I've lost it…………(all goes quiet)………………………Ok then…I don't know why I do that, prolly just so u know its elvish. Who knows! Not me and I'm the author!

Entwife: Oooooh thank u ur so sweet! My band is going well, just a few things to finalise. During these holis, we're having major practises, to get some of our songs down so that we can enter a battle of the bands thing near where we live. I'll update u on it when it all gets closer!