Purple sky II: Life as it spins
By Angelic Elf
Disclaimer: Same as part one.
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Chapter 11: true allegiances
Vala's p.o.v.
I awoke before the birds could sing. Today, we would journey to Eryn Lasgalen. Ah! I had not seen those woods in years. After minimal persuasion, I tore from my bed, unable to wait any longer. I could not wait be on the open road again. The time it seemed to drag on, and still it would be hours till departure. I hated this feeling! I changed into my travelling gear, strapped my sword and dagger to my belt then tied it around my waist.
It would have been only 5 am, I thought as I wandered through the halls of the last homely house. We would not leave till 7:30. I stoped before the shards of Narsil and examined them closely. I could hardly believe that Sauron's spirit had lingered all that time and that the most unlikely creature had defeated him. A hobbit, and nonetheless, Elanor's godfather. It made me think of the good little Elanor had and would achieve. A smile was brought to my face as I reminisced about her. She had faced so many of her fears. She destroyed a 5ft wolf. Elanor was made of something greater than what she let on.
I decided to get a book from Elrond's Library. I walked into the empty room and my eyes scanned the many books on the shelves and tables. Everything from history, to geology or children's stories could be found here. I picked up one particular book. It was bound in light blue leather and had Ilfirin: The sword reclaimed written on it. I looked further down the cover. A name was written in elvish runes. They said: by Elrond Peredhil, Lord of Imladris. I smiled as I opened to the first page and read through.
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Blythe's p.o.v.
I woke up not long after sunrise. I got up slowly, and dragged my feet along so I could change into the travelling clothes Arwen had made for me. They were a pair of blue leggings, a light blue tunic with a rose embroidered on the front and a deep blue cloak. She chose those colours to compliment Ilfirin. Today, my entire family in middle earth, with the exception of my grandparent's who would meet us at Lothlorien, would leave. Even Thranduil and Silmanas were to ride with us, after delaying their initial departure. I couldn't wait to see my new home, but I was also scared. What if I didn't fit in? So many questions ran through my mind I thought my head would burst.
I finally found the guts to leave my room and go to breakfast. I barely ate. I was daydreaming most of the time. "Blythe, are you alright?" Linnende asked.
"Yeah." I replied lightly, looking around. Vala wasn't with us and I was worried.
We all met outside the stables. I had Astaldo packed and ready to go when Vala and Elrond showed up. I smiled when I saw them. She was all right. Good. I mounted Astaldo and left the stables. Legolas, Silmanas and Thranduil were all talking about something quickly in Sindarin. Linnende and Elrohir weren't to be seen, but I knew they would be off snogging somewhere. Ilana and Mel were fighting over something. Elanor tried her hardest to break it up. Elladan and Beau were talking as hey led their horses from the stable. Aragorn, Arwen were talking in the stables, Eldarion was with them. Yes, we were all accounted for but…Gandalf. Minutes later I saw him running past me, into the stable, then out again with Shadowfax. He apologised to Elrond and we set off.
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Elanor's p.o.v.
"I do not!" yelled Philomel.
"You do to, admit it. You have a crush on him!" Ilana retorted.
I shook my head. They wouldn't listen to me. "Is it really that important that you must bicker?" I asked, not wanting to be yelled at.
"Yes!" the two of them chorused. I decided then to stay out of it. Ilana wanted to prove that Philomel had feelings for Beau. Philomel wouldn't give. It was a constant battle between the two. They kept fighting, yelling over me. I rode my pony in between them, hoping to stop a brawl if it came to that. They were best friends and something as stupid as this would bring them to their knees. Tut tut tut… I just hoped they stoped before Gandalf lost his temper.
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Ilana's p.o.v.
I ignored Mel forever that day. She had brought it upon herself. If she could just be mature and OWN UP I would leave it be…then maybe hook the pair up… but nothing too sinister! This angel would do no such thing. I planed how I would do it all day, excluding one way after another. Nothing would work.
We made camp late that afternoon. I pitched my tent and crawled inside, spreading out my blankets. I crawled back out, and waltzed over to a log by the fire. I sat down and stared into the flames as they flickered. "you know you should apologised to Mel." A voice said from behind me. I turned around abruptly. "You never know when you might lose her." It was Blythe. She sat beside me.
"I know, but if she would just admit that she liked Beau, I would leave her alone."
"She will speak when she is ready."
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Elrond's p.o.v.
I could hardly believe that little Blythe had grown up so much in the year she had been hear. Yes, a year it was today I think. She was like another daughter to me. I knew she was upset that she could not spend her special day with her sister and parents. I wish there was something I could do to change that. Maybe I could, maybe I could…
I rode up beside my wizard friend. "Hello my lord, and how are you this fine day?" Gandalf asked as I slowed my horse down beside him.
"My friend. I have a job for you. If you shall except of course." I said.
"Name the task and I'm sure I shall accept. There is nothing I can't or won't do…well, don't quote me on that…" I couldn't help but laugh, for someone who was brought here for such grave things, he had one of the most amazing senses of humour I had ever known. Except of course for Master Peregrin.
I whispered my plan to Gandalf. He nodded and rode off south. I just hoped he could make it in time.
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Legolas' p.o.v.
A song was in my heart. I was going back home! And what's more with my one true love. I could not wait. I looked to the sky as the clouds formed pictures. I saw what I thought was Blythe and I, dancing in the rain under the night's sky. It was amazing how the sky could trick your mind into seeing what you wanted to see. I smiled, seeing the clouds drifting across the sky, even in the dark sky, the illuminated against the moon.
I could not but help feel nervous. With my marriage I would become king of a large realm. I wasn't sure if I was ready, but was my father ready, and his father? I'm sure they weren't, but they took on the responsibility, sacrificing much to make it the great kingdom that it is today. I hoped I could make it even better.
Also in my heart, I know that Blythe would not stay in the one place forever; her heart was now for the road. She was very much like Vala, and I would not hold her back. But my place is in the kingdom. My place is with my people.
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Author's note:
Yes I know it was very short, but I'm mixing it up with the characters. I want to understand each one and get their point of view on different situations. Really get inside their heads. And let me tell you, it's hard!
I had heaps of fun at camp! I went abseiling, surfing, high ropes and canoeing. But now my feet are sunburnt and blistered! It was fun though; it really pushed me out of my comfort zone and into a stronger person!
The stern mystic: Oh thank you! You are so sweet! I hope you warm up soon! Yeah it is summer here at the mo. Wow, that sounded really scary, not being able to see the sun, I would hate that. But then again, I don't live near a city, so we don't really have that problem.
Platy: I will definitely add timber in when I can. Sorry for the delay. He sounds purtyful! If you can write that speech soon it would be great.
Levanna: Oh thank you! yeah, I'm not sure whether I can get her into a dress, what do you think? That is pretty trippie, having the same thought process, I guess I am beginning to understand Vala better.