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Ch 5 Evil meetings and rescue
After a while of walking side-by-side Legolas suddenly stopped. He stood completely still as if he had heard something. Aragorn stood still with worry on his face.
"What is it Legolas? Are you alright?"
Legolas said nothing for a while and then turned to Aragorn.
"There is something drawing near, I can feel it. Aragorn I believe they are Orcs."
"How many are there? Can you see them?"
"No, I don't know. I can only hear them. It is easy to recognise their filthy language."
Aragorn nodded. He could not hear, see or sense anything but he had learned to trust his friend long ago and would not disagree or doubt him despite his condition.
"We must hide, we cannot afford to be caught." Aragorn whispered to Legolas. He nodded and allowed Aragorn to lead them to the thicker trees at the side.
"Aragorn, we would be better up the trees, they would not see us there."
Even though Aragorn had never liked climbing trees he knew they would provide the cover needed. He nodded and Legolas made his way to the tall tree closest. He sprang up with such ease that Aragorn was taken aback. He climbed the tree with much less grace than Legolas. He often envied the way Legolas bounded up a tree. Finally he reached the branch Legolas was elegantly perched on. It appeared that the leaves had parted to allow Legolas to see the Orcs. Aragorn joined Legolas and looked at the group of five Orcs that were heading for the tree that bore him and Legolas. Aragorn knew they wouldn't be spotted through the shelter of the tree. Legolas could see the Orcs were dragging something, a person. Legolas leaned closer. He could see that the person was a young girl. They were pushing her around and making her walk in front of them. Legolas tried to work out if there was anything he could do. When he turned to face Aragorn the man instantly knew what he was thinking.
"No. We will not get into a fight with them." Aragorn whispered.
"Aragorn they have a captive, a young girl. We have to help her."
"Legolas we have few weapons and you are not well. They have many weapons and we are definitely not equipped to fight them."
"Then what do you suggest? We cannot just leave the girl to the mercy of them. Who knows what they are planning to do to her."
Aragorn was going to disagree with Legolas but he knew the Elf was right. They had to help the girl. It was only five unprepared Orcs.
"Alright. I'll go. You stay here."
"What!?"
"Don't argue with me. You are in no condition to fight a gang of Orcs." Aragorn's voice was hushed but stern. Legolas opened his mouth to protest but changed his mind. He nodded and Aragorn moved away. He jumped from branch to branch until he reached one where he could just jump straight down to the ground. He waited until the Orcs were almost in front of him and suddenly jumped out of his hiding place.
As he did this he pulled out his sword. The Orcs couldn't do anything, they stood in shock as Aragorn prepared to kill them. He took advantage of their shock and swung his sword and decapitated the Orc holding the girl. She screamed loudly and tried to get away but she was chained to the dead Orc. She pulled on the chain but it had no effect. Aragorn couldn't help her. The other four Orcs had come to their senses and were charging towards Aragorn. Luckily the man was ready and easily took out the one closest to him.
The other three Orcs seemed much larger then the first two and Aragorn regretted not allowing Legolas to help him. This fear was soon overcome when he heard the whoosh of an arrow and the Orc nearest to him fell to the ground. He gave an annoyed look to the tree that he knew Legolas was hiding in. In truth he was grateful that he now only had two to deal with. The remaining two launched at him. Aragorn and the Orcs fought for some time, Aragorn realised that these two remaining Orcs were not going to be easy to kill. He knocked one away from him but the other caught him off guard. He was pinned to the ground. The Orc was just about to slit Aragorn's throat when slender but strong hands pulled the Orc away. Soon the Orc was fighting with someone else although Aragorn couldn't see who it was and before he knew what was happening the other Orc was on top of him. He pushed it off and was quickly on his feet. He fought with the Orc but he was no match for the evil creature. He was skilled at fighting and had trained as a ranger for many years but these Orcs were stronger and he was tired anyway.
Legolas was fighting with the other Orc, he was having more luck. Despite the fact that he was in pain and already tired he was doing remarkably well. He was fighting using his silver daggers. He stabbed the Orc in the stomach and knocked it out. He looked at the body satisfied. This was quickly interrupted by the shout that came from Aragorn. He had been hurt in the arm and was trying desperately to get the Orc away from him but it didn't work.
Legolas rushed forward and threw his dagger into the back of the Orc that was trying to hurt Aragorn. The Orc fell to the ground and took Aragorn with him. For a moment Aragorn laid still until Legolas held out his hand to Aragorn. Aragorn looked surprised for a moment but took Legolas' hand. Legolas helped him up so they were stood face to face. He gently touched Aragorn's hurt arm.
"Is it poisoned?" He asked nervously.
"No it was with my dagger."
Legolas sighed in relief.
"Are you alright? Were you hurt?" Aragorn asked concerned.
"No I believe I did better than you."
"Even though you were not supposed to."
Legolas said nothing but Aragorn knew exactly what he was thinking but before he could say anything Legolas had walked over to the girl. He held out a hand to help her to her feet but she looked at him cautiously. Legolas realised she was still chained to the Orc. He bent down and inspected the chain. He pulled out his dagger much to the girl's surprise. He slammed his dagger hard at the weak link in the chain and it easily snapped. The girl screamed slightly but smiled at Legolas when she realised what he had done. He held out his hand for her once more and she took it with a slight nod of thank you. Legolas realised that she was a little older than he had first thought but he could still feel her shaking.
"Are you hurt?" He asked.
"Bo. I must thank you and your friend. You saved my life. I will never be able to repay you."
"There is no need for any repayment our services do not have a price. I only wish we could stay but we must leave immediately. We are heading for Rivendell if you wish to accompany us."
"Thank you but no. I am not going in that direction but thank you for your kind offer. May you have a good and peaceful journey." The girl smiled.
"Thank you." Legolas bowed slightly and watched the girl as she walked off. When she had left he turned to Aragorn who was tying a bandage around his injured arm.
"Are you alright?" Legolas asked. He was silently pleased that it was his turn to sound concerned.
"Yes it was not too deep. What about you? That fight must have damaged your wound will you allow me to take a look at it?"
"That isn't necessary I am find. However, I do not wish to encounter another fight so we should leave while we still have daylight."
Aragorn was forced to agree with Legolas. They needed to reach Rivendell before the night fell. He went back to the tree they had been hiding in and collected his things. He handed one of the packs to Legolas who slung it over his shoulder. Aragorn noticed him place a hand over his wound as if it would stop it hurting. He didn't say anything but Legolas knew he had seen. Aragorn turned and began walking; he knew he needed to get Legolas to Rivendell soon.
After a while of walking Legolas began to slow down again. He was taking on that look of exhaustion Aragorn had seen before. He turned to Legolas but before he could say anything Legolas said
"I'm alright, keep going the sun is almost gone and we are near the boarders of Rivendell."
Aragorn nodded and continued walking. He forced himself to slow his pace so Legolas would not put too much extra strain on himself.
Legolas was trying his best to keep up with Aragorn. He didn't know how long he could keep it up for though. The pain in his side had worsened since the last fight with the Orcs. He wanted to tell Aragorn to slow down for he had sped up since he realised they were drawing close to Rivendell. He concentrated on keeping his feet moving and at the same time trying to block out some of the pain that was coursing through his body. Aragorn's pain relieving tea had worn off a while ago and he was now suffering with the pain. Luckily the poison was not yet affecting him but he knew it was only a matter of time. He looked ahead at Aragorn's strong form that was now quite far in front of him. He wanted to ask the man to stop or at least slow down but Aragorn was so eager to get home that he didn't want to make him wait. As though reading his thoughts Aragorn turned round with a smile on his face that soon faded when he saw how far behind Legolas was. He ran back to where Legolas had now stopped.
"My friend I am sorry. You should have said we were going too fast. I forgot for a moment that you were ill." He kept apologising.
Legolas didn't say anything but just leaned against Aragorn and put his head on his shoulder. He was glad for the support and understanding of his lover. He knew it must have been frustrating for Aragorn. He stayed in the same position for a while. He just wanted to hold Aragorn in this way forever but a noise interrupted his pleasure. He heard voice he stood up straight and listened carefully. At first he thought they had run into another band of Orcs but then he recognised the voices. Elladan and Elrohir. Aragorn's brothers. He sighed in relief and laid his head against Aragorn once more who looked completely confused. Legolas sensed this and explained.
"It is your brothers, they are near."
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A/N:
Katy: Well I'm not going to tell you. Maybe requests for slash might help but you'll just have to keep reading to find out.
Lillybethl: Thanks so much for the praise it really means a lot. I hope you enjoy this chapter.
I-like-chickens: Very cool pen name. Thanks for your review. Here you go.
rose: Thanks so much. I love getting reviews. Here's more.
A/N: Please review. As I've said before I love getting them and really appreciate your opinion.
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Ch 5 Evil meetings and rescue
After a while of walking side-by-side Legolas suddenly stopped. He stood completely still as if he had heard something. Aragorn stood still with worry on his face.
"What is it Legolas? Are you alright?"
Legolas said nothing for a while and then turned to Aragorn.
"There is something drawing near, I can feel it. Aragorn I believe they are Orcs."
"How many are there? Can you see them?"
"No, I don't know. I can only hear them. It is easy to recognise their filthy language."
Aragorn nodded. He could not hear, see or sense anything but he had learned to trust his friend long ago and would not disagree or doubt him despite his condition.
"We must hide, we cannot afford to be caught." Aragorn whispered to Legolas. He nodded and allowed Aragorn to lead them to the thicker trees at the side.
"Aragorn, we would be better up the trees, they would not see us there."
Even though Aragorn had never liked climbing trees he knew they would provide the cover needed. He nodded and Legolas made his way to the tall tree closest. He sprang up with such ease that Aragorn was taken aback. He climbed the tree with much less grace than Legolas. He often envied the way Legolas bounded up a tree. Finally he reached the branch Legolas was elegantly perched on. It appeared that the leaves had parted to allow Legolas to see the Orcs. Aragorn joined Legolas and looked at the group of five Orcs that were heading for the tree that bore him and Legolas. Aragorn knew they wouldn't be spotted through the shelter of the tree. Legolas could see the Orcs were dragging something, a person. Legolas leaned closer. He could see that the person was a young girl. They were pushing her around and making her walk in front of them. Legolas tried to work out if there was anything he could do. When he turned to face Aragorn the man instantly knew what he was thinking.
"No. We will not get into a fight with them." Aragorn whispered.
"Aragorn they have a captive, a young girl. We have to help her."
"Legolas we have few weapons and you are not well. They have many weapons and we are definitely not equipped to fight them."
"Then what do you suggest? We cannot just leave the girl to the mercy of them. Who knows what they are planning to do to her."
Aragorn was going to disagree with Legolas but he knew the Elf was right. They had to help the girl. It was only five unprepared Orcs.
"Alright. I'll go. You stay here."
"What!?"
"Don't argue with me. You are in no condition to fight a gang of Orcs." Aragorn's voice was hushed but stern. Legolas opened his mouth to protest but changed his mind. He nodded and Aragorn moved away. He jumped from branch to branch until he reached one where he could just jump straight down to the ground. He waited until the Orcs were almost in front of him and suddenly jumped out of his hiding place.
As he did this he pulled out his sword. The Orcs couldn't do anything, they stood in shock as Aragorn prepared to kill them. He took advantage of their shock and swung his sword and decapitated the Orc holding the girl. She screamed loudly and tried to get away but she was chained to the dead Orc. She pulled on the chain but it had no effect. Aragorn couldn't help her. The other four Orcs had come to their senses and were charging towards Aragorn. Luckily the man was ready and easily took out the one closest to him.
The other three Orcs seemed much larger then the first two and Aragorn regretted not allowing Legolas to help him. This fear was soon overcome when he heard the whoosh of an arrow and the Orc nearest to him fell to the ground. He gave an annoyed look to the tree that he knew Legolas was hiding in. In truth he was grateful that he now only had two to deal with. The remaining two launched at him. Aragorn and the Orcs fought for some time, Aragorn realised that these two remaining Orcs were not going to be easy to kill. He knocked one away from him but the other caught him off guard. He was pinned to the ground. The Orc was just about to slit Aragorn's throat when slender but strong hands pulled the Orc away. Soon the Orc was fighting with someone else although Aragorn couldn't see who it was and before he knew what was happening the other Orc was on top of him. He pushed it off and was quickly on his feet. He fought with the Orc but he was no match for the evil creature. He was skilled at fighting and had trained as a ranger for many years but these Orcs were stronger and he was tired anyway.
Legolas was fighting with the other Orc, he was having more luck. Despite the fact that he was in pain and already tired he was doing remarkably well. He was fighting using his silver daggers. He stabbed the Orc in the stomach and knocked it out. He looked at the body satisfied. This was quickly interrupted by the shout that came from Aragorn. He had been hurt in the arm and was trying desperately to get the Orc away from him but it didn't work.
Legolas rushed forward and threw his dagger into the back of the Orc that was trying to hurt Aragorn. The Orc fell to the ground and took Aragorn with him. For a moment Aragorn laid still until Legolas held out his hand to Aragorn. Aragorn looked surprised for a moment but took Legolas' hand. Legolas helped him up so they were stood face to face. He gently touched Aragorn's hurt arm.
"Is it poisoned?" He asked nervously.
"No it was with my dagger."
Legolas sighed in relief.
"Are you alright? Were you hurt?" Aragorn asked concerned.
"No I believe I did better than you."
"Even though you were not supposed to."
Legolas said nothing but Aragorn knew exactly what he was thinking but before he could say anything Legolas had walked over to the girl. He held out a hand to help her to her feet but she looked at him cautiously. Legolas realised she was still chained to the Orc. He bent down and inspected the chain. He pulled out his dagger much to the girl's surprise. He slammed his dagger hard at the weak link in the chain and it easily snapped. The girl screamed slightly but smiled at Legolas when she realised what he had done. He held out his hand for her once more and she took it with a slight nod of thank you. Legolas realised that she was a little older than he had first thought but he could still feel her shaking.
"Are you hurt?" He asked.
"Bo. I must thank you and your friend. You saved my life. I will never be able to repay you."
"There is no need for any repayment our services do not have a price. I only wish we could stay but we must leave immediately. We are heading for Rivendell if you wish to accompany us."
"Thank you but no. I am not going in that direction but thank you for your kind offer. May you have a good and peaceful journey." The girl smiled.
"Thank you." Legolas bowed slightly and watched the girl as she walked off. When she had left he turned to Aragorn who was tying a bandage around his injured arm.
"Are you alright?" Legolas asked. He was silently pleased that it was his turn to sound concerned.
"Yes it was not too deep. What about you? That fight must have damaged your wound will you allow me to take a look at it?"
"That isn't necessary I am find. However, I do not wish to encounter another fight so we should leave while we still have daylight."
Aragorn was forced to agree with Legolas. They needed to reach Rivendell before the night fell. He went back to the tree they had been hiding in and collected his things. He handed one of the packs to Legolas who slung it over his shoulder. Aragorn noticed him place a hand over his wound as if it would stop it hurting. He didn't say anything but Legolas knew he had seen. Aragorn turned and began walking; he knew he needed to get Legolas to Rivendell soon.
After a while of walking Legolas began to slow down again. He was taking on that look of exhaustion Aragorn had seen before. He turned to Legolas but before he could say anything Legolas said
"I'm alright, keep going the sun is almost gone and we are near the boarders of Rivendell."
Aragorn nodded and continued walking. He forced himself to slow his pace so Legolas would not put too much extra strain on himself.
Legolas was trying his best to keep up with Aragorn. He didn't know how long he could keep it up for though. The pain in his side had worsened since the last fight with the Orcs. He wanted to tell Aragorn to slow down for he had sped up since he realised they were drawing close to Rivendell. He concentrated on keeping his feet moving and at the same time trying to block out some of the pain that was coursing through his body. Aragorn's pain relieving tea had worn off a while ago and he was now suffering with the pain. Luckily the poison was not yet affecting him but he knew it was only a matter of time. He looked ahead at Aragorn's strong form that was now quite far in front of him. He wanted to ask the man to stop or at least slow down but Aragorn was so eager to get home that he didn't want to make him wait. As though reading his thoughts Aragorn turned round with a smile on his face that soon faded when he saw how far behind Legolas was. He ran back to where Legolas had now stopped.
"My friend I am sorry. You should have said we were going too fast. I forgot for a moment that you were ill." He kept apologising.
Legolas didn't say anything but just leaned against Aragorn and put his head on his shoulder. He was glad for the support and understanding of his lover. He knew it must have been frustrating for Aragorn. He stayed in the same position for a while. He just wanted to hold Aragorn in this way forever but a noise interrupted his pleasure. He heard voice he stood up straight and listened carefully. At first he thought they had run into another band of Orcs but then he recognised the voices. Elladan and Elrohir. Aragorn's brothers. He sighed in relief and laid his head against Aragorn once more who looked completely confused. Legolas sensed this and explained.
"It is your brothers, they are near."
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