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A/N:
amy: Firstly thanks for the review and the praise but seeing as you were kind enough to review I will answer your questions. Aragorn was told that Legolas only had a few days but at the time Elrond wasn't sure. Now that he knows a little more he's more definite. Besides poor Aragorn was very upset when he heard as he is now so it just came as a shock to him at being told that his love is going to die. You're right, Elrond does change a lot - I like to think progresses is a better word. At seeing Aragorn's love for Legolas Elrond's opinions of him change and so he sees him differently hence the apparent changing moods of Elrond. I hope that answers your questions and makes things a little clearer, maybe it wasn't written clearly. Anyway you know now so enjoy the rest of the story. I can guarantee much more angst.
Ch 12 Requests
Elrond sat there for some time holding Legolas' hand and changing the cloth every now and then. Eventually sunlight started to stream through the window and light up the room. In this light Elrond could see how pale Legolas really was. The light obviously disturbed Legolas as well. He woke up and opened his eyes and was faced with Elrond's concerned face staring down at him. Legolas didn't seem to see him though; in fact he looked like an Elf asleep with his eyes open.
"Aragorn?" He whispered in a dry voice. Elrond found this strange as Legolas was looking right at him. "Aragorn." Legolas said again, this time it came out more as a sob than a word.
"It's alright Legolas. It's Elrond." He said softly and Legolas followed the voice and faced Elrond.
"I can't see." Legolas cried gripping Elrond's hand tightly.
"It's alright, it's probably just an effect of the poison it will pass in a second." Elrond said reassuringly hoping he was right. Elrond placed a hand on Legolas' forehead and squeezed his hand tightly to let him know he wasn't alone. "Legolas, do you understand, you're fine." He didn't appear to hear him. "Legolas?" Elrond repeated.
Instead of answering Legolas just said, "Ada."
Elrond leaned forward to listen and Legolas cried out for his father again.
"Legolas do you want you father? You want me to get you father?" Elrond tried to make it clear. Legolas looked in Elrond's direction and smiled slightly.
"I can see." He said with a small but weak smile on his face.
Legolas looked at Elrond but he didn't seem to understand what he was saying.
"Legolas?" He tried again. "Do you want ada?" This time Legolas nodded dejectedly, he might not have known what he was saying but all that Elrond was concerned about was that Legolas was calling out for his father and Elrond knew he had to send for him, even if he didn't like the idea.
He leaned closer to Legolas as tears began to run down the Elf's face.
"I will go and send for you father. I'll go now. He'll be here soon. It'll be alright Legolas, I promise. Go back to sleep." He stroked Legolas' hair and watched him until he fell asleep and the grip on his hand loosened. Elrond got up and walked over to the windows. He opened one of them to let the fresh air in and went to the door. He opened it and told one of the servants to go and find Aragorn.
"Go quickly, Estel needs to be with Legolas." To the other guard he said, "Look after Legolas, if he wakes or his condition changes send for me immediately." The two servants rushed off to carry out their orders and Elrond swept down the corridor towards his study. He wasn't looking forward to summoning Thranduil.
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The servant found Aragorn staring at the light sky watching something that wasn't there. He looked up when the Elf approached him and stood when he detected the slight hint of urgency on the guard's face.
"Lord Estel, Lord Elrond sent me to get you. I believe it has something to do with Prince Legolas."
Even as the Elf said Legolas' name Aragorn was running towards the house. He only needed to hear his lover's name to make him alert. He had stayed out under the tree all night thinking about what Elrond had said. He knew that his father was right, he did have to be strong for Legolas, and he would be even if it meant him getting hurt as well. It was worth it.
Aragorn raced through the halls of Elrond's house towards Legolas' room. He almost knocked one of the servants over in his rush to get to his destination. Soon he was knocking gently on the door, not wanting to disturb his lover but warning him of his presence just in case he was awake. After just a few seconds the healer asked to stay with him came to the door and noticing it was Aragorn he opened the door fully and stepped aside to allow Aragorn to pass. He bowed in respect and closed the door.
Aragorn went quickly over to the bed and grabbed Legolas' hand. He flinched when he felt how cold it was. He kissed the cold hands but froze when he sensed someone behind him. He turned around and wasn't surprised when he saw that the healer was still there.
"You can leave now." Aragorn said a little impatiently.
"I was told to wait until Lord Elrond told me to leave."
"Well, I'm telling you, you can leave now."
"Yes Sir." The healer turned and went through the door, not even looking behind him when leaving and Aragorn knew exactly where he was going, he was going straight to Elrond. Strangely Aragorn didn't care. All he was worried about was Legolas who was sleeping quietly and peacefully and Aragorn had to use all his will power to keep from waking him.
The sunlight shining through the windows made Legolas look even more beautiful. His hair shone golden as the wind from the open window gently blew on it. Aragorn could have stayed there watching Legolas sleep for hours, fascinated by his beauty. Unfortunately he knew Legolas was not quite as peaceful as he looked. He sensed that the Elf was in pain and it was only through sleep that it was so well hidden on his pure face.
Aragorn got up and left Legolas sleeping. When he left he told the servant that had first found him to watch over Legolas and summon him if anything changed. Aragorn strode purposefully through the halls towards Elrond's study. He pushed open the doors and went over to Elrond who was at his desk writing something quickly. A messenger was stood over him waiting for him to finish so he could do his job.
Both looked up when Aragorn entered. The messenger bowed but Elrond instantly turned back to his writing. Aragorn waited patiently until Elrond had sealed the letter and the messenger had left. Elrond motioned for his son to sit down and Aragorn gratefully did. Elrond studied his foster son a minute before speaking.
"Legolas asked for his father to be sent for. I have sent a letter to Mirkwood asking Thranduil to come quickly." Elrond looked at Aragorn waiting for a reply.
"That's what Legolas wants? He hasn't seen his father in years. Why would he want him here now?"
"He is still his father no matter what. I cannot deny Thranduil the chance to say goodbye to his own son just because of a feud Legolas has no part in."
"I understand that but you know as well as I do that Thranduil didn't want anything to do with Legolas after he told him about me and him."
"Maybe Thranduil will change his mind about your relationship. I did." Aragorn smiled. "Thranduil might be a little arrogant and impatient sometimes but when they need him he's always there for his children. I have no doubt that the only thing he will care about is Legolas. He may believe that you helped him."
"Or that I did this to him. You know how Thranduil feels about me. He hates the fact that Legolas and I are in love. I know that if he had a chance he would split us up and take Legolas back to Mirkwood."
"I think you underestimate Thranduil's devotion to his children.
"Maybe. I just hope he doesn't blame this on Legolas or Rivendell."
"I don't think he will blame Legolas. If he blames Imladris he will blame me. Don't worry my son; I can handle Thranduil if I have to. The only thing he'll care about when he gets here will be his son. Blame might not even come into it."
"I hope you're right." Sighed Aragorn. "What about Legolas?"
"He is getting no better." Elrond said rather sharply.
"Well, what do we do now?"
"I suggest we wait and see if his father's arrival makes his condition any better. Maybe it will cheer him up. For now he should stay in bed and have you by his side." Elrond smiled.
"I feel so helpless. I just wish there was something I could do to help him."
"There is nothing anyone can do but help him get through this. I know he doesn't exactly look it now but he's strong and there's a chance that he may be able to fight this off himself. He needs out, mostly your, support. Now go and be with him. I will tell Elladan and Elrohir to be on stand by in case you need anything." Aragorn stood and Aragorn did the same.
"Thank you Ada." Aragorn smiled.
"There is no thanks needed."
"Please warn me when Thranduil arrives. I wish to be prepared."
Elrond nodded his understanding. He understood why Aragorn was so nervous about Thranduil's arrival. Aragorn and Legolas had confronted him about their relationship and Thranduil had all but told them they were no longer welcome in Mirkwood. Legolas had left after that and stayed with his lover in Imladris. Thranduil had made it clear that he would always accept his son back as long as Aragorn never set foot in Mirkwood again. Aragorn had not argued with the King and Legolas had walked out of his father's study hand in hand with Aragorn. He hadn't even looked back, as far as he was concerned the only important thing to him was Aragorn and he wouldn't allow his father to break them up. Legolas had been back to Mirkwood several times since he left but he never stayed there for long and often looked weary when he did come back, no doubt from Thranduil's insistence for him to return permanently.
It had always been clear that Legolas and Thranduil were close when Legolas was younger, but things had changed when Legolas met Aragorn. Thranduil had felt betrayed that his youngest son would leave him for a man who had grown up in Rivendell. He had never liked Aragorn, or Elrond for that matter, which meant that the relationship between Mirkwood and Imladris was even worse than ever before. Both Aragorn and Legolas had regretted the whole situation but they would not leave each other just because of strained family ties.
Elrond had not been happy with the relationship between his son and Legolas. He didn't want their relationship to affect Mirkwood or Rivendell. He had come to believe that his son would never change his mind. When Legolas had first left Mirkwood Aragorn had told him that he would always be welcome in Rivendell. Elrond had not been pleased with this but seeing as Legolas had just been practically abandoned by his father Elrond had agreed to have Legolas in Rivendell even though he didn't think he really belonged there. All the same Aragorn had begged Elrond to allow him to stay and Elrond had eventually agreed. Nothing had been the same after that, Elrond rarely spoke to Legolas and when he did it was strained and about the politics of Mirkwood. Elrond also always been aware that Legolas was Prince of Mirkwood and was treated with respect if only for his title, which to him seemed slightly useless outside of Mirkwood.
Now Elrond regretted all of this. He really was beginning to be proud of his son for making their relationship work despite all the opposition. Thranduil had been in rare contact with Legolas, each time begging him to leave Aragorn and Rivendell and return to Mirkwood. Mostly Legolas had ignored these letters and not replied to them, knowing his father would only be angry at his reply. Legolas had never even considered leaving Rivendell and going home, not when it was a risk to Aragorn's relationship with him. Elrond, and Aragorn, were very much aware that Legolas missed his home and his father but he still refused to go back. Elrond had always thought this a great quality even though he didn't want Legolas involved with his foster son. He knew it took a lot to defy an Elf like Thranduil so he was secretly pleased that Legolas didn't give in.
He wasn't surprised when Legolas had finally given in and asked for his father. They had always been close, even when they weren't together and were fighting. Legolas missed him greatly and Thranduil would never purposely hurt his son. It would probably do Legolas good to have his father with him. At least he would have family close to him. In truth Elrond wasn't looking forward to having Thranduil in Rivendell. They had never gotten along and he was sure that this was going to be no different. Thranduil may have been kind to his sons but he didn't like Elrond or Rivendell. He just hoped that the loving father would care more about his son than Aragorn and his relationship. Elrond knew that Aragorn didn't really want to see Thranduil again. After some of the things he had said to Legolas when he left Mirkwood he had never forgiven the King. He would never get on with someone who talked to his son like that. Elrond could hardly blame him, Aragorn was very protective over Legolas and Legolas was the same with Aragorn. He just hoped that Thranduil was more concerned with his sick son than causing trouble in Imladris.
Elrond sighed. It would only be a few days until Thranduil arrived in Rivendell. In a way he was glad, maybe it would make Legolas a little happier. As much as he hated Thranduil shouting at him he wanted Legolas to be happy so it was worth taking a little anger from Thranduil. It's not like he hadn't done it before.
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A/N: Sorry to any Thranduil fans out there. I know he's a bad character in this but the message was that he is good to his son really. Trust me it'll help the story later on.
A/N:
amy: Firstly thanks for the review and the praise but seeing as you were kind enough to review I will answer your questions. Aragorn was told that Legolas only had a few days but at the time Elrond wasn't sure. Now that he knows a little more he's more definite. Besides poor Aragorn was very upset when he heard as he is now so it just came as a shock to him at being told that his love is going to die. You're right, Elrond does change a lot - I like to think progresses is a better word. At seeing Aragorn's love for Legolas Elrond's opinions of him change and so he sees him differently hence the apparent changing moods of Elrond. I hope that answers your questions and makes things a little clearer, maybe it wasn't written clearly. Anyway you know now so enjoy the rest of the story. I can guarantee much more angst.
Ch 12 Requests
Elrond sat there for some time holding Legolas' hand and changing the cloth every now and then. Eventually sunlight started to stream through the window and light up the room. In this light Elrond could see how pale Legolas really was. The light obviously disturbed Legolas as well. He woke up and opened his eyes and was faced with Elrond's concerned face staring down at him. Legolas didn't seem to see him though; in fact he looked like an Elf asleep with his eyes open.
"Aragorn?" He whispered in a dry voice. Elrond found this strange as Legolas was looking right at him. "Aragorn." Legolas said again, this time it came out more as a sob than a word.
"It's alright Legolas. It's Elrond." He said softly and Legolas followed the voice and faced Elrond.
"I can't see." Legolas cried gripping Elrond's hand tightly.
"It's alright, it's probably just an effect of the poison it will pass in a second." Elrond said reassuringly hoping he was right. Elrond placed a hand on Legolas' forehead and squeezed his hand tightly to let him know he wasn't alone. "Legolas, do you understand, you're fine." He didn't appear to hear him. "Legolas?" Elrond repeated.
Instead of answering Legolas just said, "Ada."
Elrond leaned forward to listen and Legolas cried out for his father again.
"Legolas do you want you father? You want me to get you father?" Elrond tried to make it clear. Legolas looked in Elrond's direction and smiled slightly.
"I can see." He said with a small but weak smile on his face.
Legolas looked at Elrond but he didn't seem to understand what he was saying.
"Legolas?" He tried again. "Do you want ada?" This time Legolas nodded dejectedly, he might not have known what he was saying but all that Elrond was concerned about was that Legolas was calling out for his father and Elrond knew he had to send for him, even if he didn't like the idea.
He leaned closer to Legolas as tears began to run down the Elf's face.
"I will go and send for you father. I'll go now. He'll be here soon. It'll be alright Legolas, I promise. Go back to sleep." He stroked Legolas' hair and watched him until he fell asleep and the grip on his hand loosened. Elrond got up and walked over to the windows. He opened one of them to let the fresh air in and went to the door. He opened it and told one of the servants to go and find Aragorn.
"Go quickly, Estel needs to be with Legolas." To the other guard he said, "Look after Legolas, if he wakes or his condition changes send for me immediately." The two servants rushed off to carry out their orders and Elrond swept down the corridor towards his study. He wasn't looking forward to summoning Thranduil.
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The servant found Aragorn staring at the light sky watching something that wasn't there. He looked up when the Elf approached him and stood when he detected the slight hint of urgency on the guard's face.
"Lord Estel, Lord Elrond sent me to get you. I believe it has something to do with Prince Legolas."
Even as the Elf said Legolas' name Aragorn was running towards the house. He only needed to hear his lover's name to make him alert. He had stayed out under the tree all night thinking about what Elrond had said. He knew that his father was right, he did have to be strong for Legolas, and he would be even if it meant him getting hurt as well. It was worth it.
Aragorn raced through the halls of Elrond's house towards Legolas' room. He almost knocked one of the servants over in his rush to get to his destination. Soon he was knocking gently on the door, not wanting to disturb his lover but warning him of his presence just in case he was awake. After just a few seconds the healer asked to stay with him came to the door and noticing it was Aragorn he opened the door fully and stepped aside to allow Aragorn to pass. He bowed in respect and closed the door.
Aragorn went quickly over to the bed and grabbed Legolas' hand. He flinched when he felt how cold it was. He kissed the cold hands but froze when he sensed someone behind him. He turned around and wasn't surprised when he saw that the healer was still there.
"You can leave now." Aragorn said a little impatiently.
"I was told to wait until Lord Elrond told me to leave."
"Well, I'm telling you, you can leave now."
"Yes Sir." The healer turned and went through the door, not even looking behind him when leaving and Aragorn knew exactly where he was going, he was going straight to Elrond. Strangely Aragorn didn't care. All he was worried about was Legolas who was sleeping quietly and peacefully and Aragorn had to use all his will power to keep from waking him.
The sunlight shining through the windows made Legolas look even more beautiful. His hair shone golden as the wind from the open window gently blew on it. Aragorn could have stayed there watching Legolas sleep for hours, fascinated by his beauty. Unfortunately he knew Legolas was not quite as peaceful as he looked. He sensed that the Elf was in pain and it was only through sleep that it was so well hidden on his pure face.
Aragorn got up and left Legolas sleeping. When he left he told the servant that had first found him to watch over Legolas and summon him if anything changed. Aragorn strode purposefully through the halls towards Elrond's study. He pushed open the doors and went over to Elrond who was at his desk writing something quickly. A messenger was stood over him waiting for him to finish so he could do his job.
Both looked up when Aragorn entered. The messenger bowed but Elrond instantly turned back to his writing. Aragorn waited patiently until Elrond had sealed the letter and the messenger had left. Elrond motioned for his son to sit down and Aragorn gratefully did. Elrond studied his foster son a minute before speaking.
"Legolas asked for his father to be sent for. I have sent a letter to Mirkwood asking Thranduil to come quickly." Elrond looked at Aragorn waiting for a reply.
"That's what Legolas wants? He hasn't seen his father in years. Why would he want him here now?"
"He is still his father no matter what. I cannot deny Thranduil the chance to say goodbye to his own son just because of a feud Legolas has no part in."
"I understand that but you know as well as I do that Thranduil didn't want anything to do with Legolas after he told him about me and him."
"Maybe Thranduil will change his mind about your relationship. I did." Aragorn smiled. "Thranduil might be a little arrogant and impatient sometimes but when they need him he's always there for his children. I have no doubt that the only thing he will care about is Legolas. He may believe that you helped him."
"Or that I did this to him. You know how Thranduil feels about me. He hates the fact that Legolas and I are in love. I know that if he had a chance he would split us up and take Legolas back to Mirkwood."
"I think you underestimate Thranduil's devotion to his children.
"Maybe. I just hope he doesn't blame this on Legolas or Rivendell."
"I don't think he will blame Legolas. If he blames Imladris he will blame me. Don't worry my son; I can handle Thranduil if I have to. The only thing he'll care about when he gets here will be his son. Blame might not even come into it."
"I hope you're right." Sighed Aragorn. "What about Legolas?"
"He is getting no better." Elrond said rather sharply.
"Well, what do we do now?"
"I suggest we wait and see if his father's arrival makes his condition any better. Maybe it will cheer him up. For now he should stay in bed and have you by his side." Elrond smiled.
"I feel so helpless. I just wish there was something I could do to help him."
"There is nothing anyone can do but help him get through this. I know he doesn't exactly look it now but he's strong and there's a chance that he may be able to fight this off himself. He needs out, mostly your, support. Now go and be with him. I will tell Elladan and Elrohir to be on stand by in case you need anything." Aragorn stood and Aragorn did the same.
"Thank you Ada." Aragorn smiled.
"There is no thanks needed."
"Please warn me when Thranduil arrives. I wish to be prepared."
Elrond nodded his understanding. He understood why Aragorn was so nervous about Thranduil's arrival. Aragorn and Legolas had confronted him about their relationship and Thranduil had all but told them they were no longer welcome in Mirkwood. Legolas had left after that and stayed with his lover in Imladris. Thranduil had made it clear that he would always accept his son back as long as Aragorn never set foot in Mirkwood again. Aragorn had not argued with the King and Legolas had walked out of his father's study hand in hand with Aragorn. He hadn't even looked back, as far as he was concerned the only important thing to him was Aragorn and he wouldn't allow his father to break them up. Legolas had been back to Mirkwood several times since he left but he never stayed there for long and often looked weary when he did come back, no doubt from Thranduil's insistence for him to return permanently.
It had always been clear that Legolas and Thranduil were close when Legolas was younger, but things had changed when Legolas met Aragorn. Thranduil had felt betrayed that his youngest son would leave him for a man who had grown up in Rivendell. He had never liked Aragorn, or Elrond for that matter, which meant that the relationship between Mirkwood and Imladris was even worse than ever before. Both Aragorn and Legolas had regretted the whole situation but they would not leave each other just because of strained family ties.
Elrond had not been happy with the relationship between his son and Legolas. He didn't want their relationship to affect Mirkwood or Rivendell. He had come to believe that his son would never change his mind. When Legolas had first left Mirkwood Aragorn had told him that he would always be welcome in Rivendell. Elrond had not been pleased with this but seeing as Legolas had just been practically abandoned by his father Elrond had agreed to have Legolas in Rivendell even though he didn't think he really belonged there. All the same Aragorn had begged Elrond to allow him to stay and Elrond had eventually agreed. Nothing had been the same after that, Elrond rarely spoke to Legolas and when he did it was strained and about the politics of Mirkwood. Elrond also always been aware that Legolas was Prince of Mirkwood and was treated with respect if only for his title, which to him seemed slightly useless outside of Mirkwood.
Now Elrond regretted all of this. He really was beginning to be proud of his son for making their relationship work despite all the opposition. Thranduil had been in rare contact with Legolas, each time begging him to leave Aragorn and Rivendell and return to Mirkwood. Mostly Legolas had ignored these letters and not replied to them, knowing his father would only be angry at his reply. Legolas had never even considered leaving Rivendell and going home, not when it was a risk to Aragorn's relationship with him. Elrond, and Aragorn, were very much aware that Legolas missed his home and his father but he still refused to go back. Elrond had always thought this a great quality even though he didn't want Legolas involved with his foster son. He knew it took a lot to defy an Elf like Thranduil so he was secretly pleased that Legolas didn't give in.
He wasn't surprised when Legolas had finally given in and asked for his father. They had always been close, even when they weren't together and were fighting. Legolas missed him greatly and Thranduil would never purposely hurt his son. It would probably do Legolas good to have his father with him. At least he would have family close to him. In truth Elrond wasn't looking forward to having Thranduil in Rivendell. They had never gotten along and he was sure that this was going to be no different. Thranduil may have been kind to his sons but he didn't like Elrond or Rivendell. He just hoped that the loving father would care more about his son than Aragorn and his relationship. Elrond knew that Aragorn didn't really want to see Thranduil again. After some of the things he had said to Legolas when he left Mirkwood he had never forgiven the King. He would never get on with someone who talked to his son like that. Elrond could hardly blame him, Aragorn was very protective over Legolas and Legolas was the same with Aragorn. He just hoped that Thranduil was more concerned with his sick son than causing trouble in Imladris.
Elrond sighed. It would only be a few days until Thranduil arrived in Rivendell. In a way he was glad, maybe it would make Legolas a little happier. As much as he hated Thranduil shouting at him he wanted Legolas to be happy so it was worth taking a little anger from Thranduil. It's not like he hadn't done it before.
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A/N: Sorry to any Thranduil fans out there. I know he's a bad character in this but the message was that he is good to his son really. Trust me it'll help the story later on.