Title: Diplomacy Part 35
Author: Arisma
Rating: R (for some naughty, naughty bits... and some foul language.)
Disclaimer: Legolas, Mirkwood, Thranduil... all of that is Tolkiens. I'm just taking them out to play with, cause they're shiny. I will put them back in the box, in the proper order, when I'm done. I also promise to wipe the drool off of Legolas and any excess that might have gotten on any of the other characters by proxy.
The basic concept of bladesingers and the title querimhinue is the property of WoTC, and I'm merely borrowing those too.
I do claim The Quel, both Nessar and A'Har as my own. Rhyalla, Kallo, Kailin, all mine. The waste, Tir Roac and all future 'non-canon' locations are the product of my mind as well. When I'm done with them I'll put them back in my own teeny box of creations, next to the cedar wood butterfly and the sculpy clay horns. (Don't ask.) If for some strange reason you'd like to borrow them or the settings, feel free to contact me and we'll work out details.
Feedback / Contact: Arisma_@hotmail.com
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When Legolas finally emerged from the water his skin was wrinkled with moisture and his head clear of the haze of the previous night's adventures, if not entirely free of his remorse. He carefully pushed the thoughts from his mind, willing himself to behave normally. After carefully lacing his breeches over his hip and slipping a loose shirt over his head he reached to twine his hair before remembering that it was no longer needed.
With a sigh he slipped from the bedroom to see Rhya resting on the cushions, a goblet of wine in her hand and a sheaf of papers spread on the low table. "Finally done?" she asked, not looking in his direction.
He lowered himself beside her and pressed a kiss to her throat, smiling at the way she arched her neck to grant him access. "What are you doing?" he asked, looking to the papers.
She sighed, handing him the document she'd been reading. "It's all the things that need planning before we can be bonded. It seems I was unaware of the amount of planning that goes into these things."
"I'm happy you have her to help you," he said, putting the papers on the table after a cursory glance. "How far are you from being ready?" he asked, moving to accommodate her as she leaned upon his shoulder.
"I think we could plan forever. Have you a date in mind? Perhaps if we had a goal it would be possible to stymie Saida's creativity." She sighed again as she finished speaking, lacing her fingers through his.
"The solstice is approaching and I thought that would be a fitting time. A tribute to the turning of spring by a pledging of vows." She looked up at him as he spoke and he could see the light in her eyes. "Do you approve?"
Instead of speaking she nodded, pressing a careful kiss to his lips. "I can think of no better time, love."
They relaxed together for a while until the flap of the tent trembled and a tentative voice called out, "Safe to enter?"
They shared a small sweet smile and Legolas called out, "Come in, Kailin."
A dark head poked in, scanning the room before entering fully. "Where's the rodent?" he asked, moving to settle onto the pillows.
"Ip is in the bedroom," replied Rhya, smiling.
"Tell me you don't let that thing on the bed!" The dark elf's nose wrinkled in disgust at the thought.
"He sleeps where he will, Kailin. We have little influence." Legolas smiled at his friends dislike of their house mate.
"If it's going to live here, you should attempt to train it," he commented, lifting some of the papers and setting them back quickly. "Oh, women's business. Best left alone by the likes of me."
"I have a question for you, now that you mention it," began Legolas, waiting for the other male's eyes to meet his before he continued. "We've known each other for a very long time. You've seen me through thick and thin, and I ask that you stand by my side when I take my vows."
For a moment Kailin did not reply, unnamed emotion whirling behind his eyes though he tried to hide it. "Do you think you really need to ask?" he queried, before nodding, his eyes bright. "Of course I will stand with you."
Rhya and Legolas shared a happy glance and a brief kiss while Kailin busied himself with fruit from the bowl on the table. After a moment he cleared his throat, "Yes well, my purpose in stopping was not entirely altruistic. I've just come from the training grounds and Rolan has cordially requested your presence."
"Cordially? For some reason I doubt that in the extreme." Legolas grimaced slightly at the thought but stood hastily, heading for the exit. He took several steps before he realized Kailin wasn't following. "Aren't you coming?" he asked, confused.
"Well, he only asked for you, and you can imagine how touchy he can be, so I figured I'd just relax here, in the shade. Enjoy the trek though." He smiled dazzlingly at his friend before turning to snatch another piece of fruit from the table and biting into it.
With a grimace Legolas returned to drop a quick kiss against his loves cheek, but unsatisfied claimed her lips in a small display of passion. "I'll be back soon," he said, pressing a kiss to her forehead.
"No need to hurry," supplied Kailin, smiling. "I've been wanting a chance to chat with your intended."
For a moment Legolas hesitated, disliking the gleam in his friends eye. Shaking himself he walked out, chiding himself for projecting his guilt onto his friend. The sun outside was excruciatingly hot and he stood for a moment grimacing at its strength. And then with long, easy strides he made his way to the training area, preparing himself for whatever the kiraar might ask of
him.
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A/N-
Ravenhart-
Driza will get hers, no worries. I was trying to put a little Haha in there, something to lighten the seriousness of the situation. I guess it worked, yay! You sure you don't want to share those words?
Kate-
Favorite author? Aw! you made my day. Thank you.
Funky-
A hungover Legolas is absolutely adorable. Unfortunately, Legolas the drunkard doesn't play into the storyline, so I think it will most likely be the only appearance of said feature. :(
Tamara-
Just because he doesn't tell her, doesn't mean he never will, or that she'll never find out... keep reading. There's a lot left to come.
Elerrina Rose-
Here's your hit. Trust me, Legolas is beating himself up over this, big time. As for the headboard comment... I'm right there with you. I think there should be a sign up list, like a queue.
As always, big thanks to Kris the Wonder Beta for dealing with a flighty author with singular grace and good humor. On a side note, Kailin's middle name is Urime. I thought I'd made it up, but apparently it means 'hot' in Quenya, a month name. Interesting. Paging Dr. Freud!
Be well, all. And, review!
~Arisma~
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