Okey dokey, chapter 10 is here. Hey, double figures! Nice…
So, how is this story going so far do you reckon? Most of you seem to like it. That's good. I always like my readers and reviewers to be happy.
Not much to say about this chapter really. In 9 they told each other they loved each, yada yada yada. Just carries on in this one a bit.
To all you people out there who have also been reading Living A Lie…the sequel will be up VERY SOON! As in, next time I update this story. So, you have roughly a week to wait. AND I STILL DON'T HAVE A FLIPPIN' NAME! HELP!!!
Now, after that little begging session, on with Love Conquers All… ^_^
~Lainfaer~
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sunni07 – Actually, yeah he is! I think Lothlórien was the perfect place for them to share their first kiss, don't you? Hope I updated soon enough and thanks for reviewing. ^_^
Elerrina – That's ok. Don't you man tried to save Boromir? He's still dead. Legolas had to save her, they're in love. Thanks for reviewing (as always!) ^_^
Jupiter's Light – Yup, he died. I'll take both super kool and super kewl! Lol. Hope I updated quick enough. Thanks for reviewing.
Mrs. Greenleaf – I like giddiness and tears. They go well together! *passes Mrs. Greenleaf a tissue to wipe eyes with* Why do people keep crying at my chapters? Are they really that…heart-wrenching, is the only word I can think of! Thanks for reviewing. ^_^
Mayrana – Legolas without a shirt? Mmm… *hurriedly wipes drool away*
Anyway…
I hope I posted this chapter soon enough for you and thanks for reviewing. ^_^
Fallen_angel69711() – One of your favourites? Yay! I'm happy now. Thanks for reviewing. ^_^
(I have to admit, I did kinda like that chapter myself!) ^_^
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Chapter 10: Running, running, running…love?
//I hate running.//
Amy came to that decision very quickly. They were following the Uruk-Hai's trail over the plains of Rohan, and she was finding it difficult to keep up. She would jog as fast as she could at the very back with Gimli, whilst Legolas and Aragorn sprinted on ahead. They would stop every now and then for a quick breather, then carry on.
They found a Lothlórien leaf brooch, which Pippin had discarded earlier.
//Running, running, and more bloody running…OW!//
She cursed under her breath as she stubbed her toe on a previously unseen rock, but she carried on regardless. She found muttering to herself made it feel just a bit better.
Legolas and Aragorn had tended to her arm as Boromir had sailed down Anduin and over the Falls of Rauros in the boat they had prepared for him. A few special herbs, a bandage, and it was fine. She knew she would a nasty scar remain though.
Suddenly, Legolas pulled her off the path, and ducked her down behind a rock. She went to ask what was going on, but he placed a hand over her mouth. She nodded and he took it off again.
A huge group of riders galloped by, and she watched as Aragorn got to his feet and called to them. She and the other two followed, and stood still as every rider surrounded them, spears pointing menacingly at their chests.
Éomer rode forward, though they did not know him yet. He and Aragorn talked for a while, many questions being asked. Amy could feel many of the men looking at her, and she shuffled closer to Legolas. He squeezed her hand gently.
Two horses were gifted to them, then the Rohirrim rode away again. Gimli rode with Aragorn, and Amy held onto Legolas round his waist. They galloped over the grass towards the smoke Éomer had pointed out to them, signifying the place where the Uruk-Hai carcasses were burning.
Amy felt her stomach churn again at seeing the bodies burning. The smell was overwhelming, and there was blood spilt all over the grass. She watched as Gimli searched through the pile for any signs of their friends, and Aragorn fell to his knees, cursing. Legolas whispered some kind of Elvish prayer, head bowed. She tried to remember what happened next in the film, but memories of her past life were quickly fading. She could hardly remember what Nat and Spirit looked like any more.
Aragorn spotted some tracks, and followed them, his Ranger instincts helping. They led to Fangorn Forest, and so the four of them entered.
//Ok, dark, spooky forest…I don't like this!//
She stayed as close as she could to Legolas, which was a bit difficult, as he was in complete awe of the place. He would run ahead a little, and then have to wait for them to catch up. His senses were sharper than ever, and he sensed something drawing near.
"Aragorn, nad no ennas!"
"Man cenich?"
"The White Wizard approaches."
//Oh crap, first Uruk-Hai, then Saruman. Absolutely, bloody brilliant!//
A blinding white light made them turn round and fire their weapons. Amy just stood there, not able to reach her bow in time. Every fired weapon was blocked however, and the wizard stood tall and dazzling in front of them.
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//Turned out it was Gandalf all along. It's really handy actually, as he knows what to do and everything. I just wish he hadn't put on that spooky deep voice that sounded so much like Saruman, according to Aragorn. He's now taking us to Edoras, so I get to ride with Legolas again! Oh yes…//
She smiled and held on to him slightly tighter. He was so warm, and his hair flew back into her face. But she liked it, as it still smelt of the woods and nature.
They reached Edoras, and once there, Gandalf released King Théoden from the hold Saruman had over him. They met his niece, Éowyn, who turned out to be Éomers' sister. She and Amy got on really well.
Whilst all the men were deciding where to go and what to do, she helped Éowyn prepare for the Kings' sons' funeral. It was to be held the next day, and there was much to organise.
It was an extremely sad event, and the whole city lined the streets to watch the funeral parade pass by, bearing Theodred on a bed of flowers.
That night, two children arrived, their village having been destroyed by rampaging Uruk-Hai. Amy and Éowyn cared for them, and Legolas noted how attached to them Amy became. She clearly loved children.
Later, he went to her room. He knocked softly on the door, and she bade him enter. He walked in, and wasn't surprised to find her brushing her hair in front of the mirror. She smiled at him in it. He smiled back and went over to her. He slipped his arms round her neck, leaning gently on her shoulders. He kissed her cheek and she put the brush down.
"My hairs grown," she commented.
"Are you really that surprised?"
"No, not really." She stood and turned to be held against his body. They kissed passionately, as they had not had much time to do so since Lothlórien.
A breeze peaceful breeze blew in through the open window, ruffling Amy's hair around her shoulders. They parted and gazed deep into each other's eyes.
"Have you seen the stars here?" she asked softly, nuzzling his cheek with hers.
"Not yet, why?"
"They're so beautiful. Come look." She led him out onto her balcony and pointed to the sky.
Sure enough, the sky was glittering with hundreds of stars. The moon was a crescent, shining high above the mountains. Amy stood in front of Legolas, and he held her against him, his head resting lightly atop hers.
"It is beautiful," he agreed.
They stood there a while together, basking in the moonlight. For those few moments, they forgot the troubles of the world, the problems on their journey, and just felt the other tightly against their body.
"I love you Legolas," she unexpectedly whispered.
He smiled and held her tighter, if it were at all possible. "I love you too."
She twisted in his embrace and they kissed again, in full view of the entire City. But they did not care who saw. The secret would be out sooner or later, and it really did not bother them.
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Legolas awoke first the next morning, the Suns rays warming his body. There was only a sheet over him and Amy, and so he pulled it further up, not wanting her to get cold. He leant up on his elbow, and gazed at the peacefully sleeping girl beside him.
Though she was not really a girl. She was a lady, but seemed like a girl to him. 23 to the Elves was exceedingly young, still childhood years compared to the life span of humans.
She sighed in her sleep, nestling closer to his bare chest. His hand travelled around her abdomen, coming to rest in the small of her back, his arm resting lightly upon her slender hips. He smiled to himself. He knew this was right, in his heart and his head. No matter what anyone said, nothing would separate them now.
He kissed her forehead, causing her to wake. She murmured and peered blearily at him. "Whassa time?" she asked, rubbing her eyes.
"Just gone sunrise."
She groaned and flopped back against him. "Do we have to get up?"
"Yes. We are leaving for Helms Deep later today. Come on, we've got to get ready." He slipped out of bed, and she moaned at losing the warmth of his body so close to hers.
He grinned and proceeded to pull on his silver tunic over his head. "Come on lazy." He chucked her the tunic top she had been wearing. It landed haphazardly on her head, and she growled at him.
He just laughed, pulling his over-tunic on. He then pulled the sheet off. That made her squeal, and she curled up into a foetal position. He lifted her up into his arms, and kissed her cheek. He dumped her behind the screen and chucked some clean clothes for her over the top.
She emerged a few minutes later, dressed, but still only half-awake. He had washed, and was braiding his hair as she splashed her face to wake herself up properly.
"That's better," she whispered, towelling her skin dry. She brushed her hair, wincing at the knots. "Bloody hair. Why does it have to get so knotty?" She yanked hard on a particularly nasty one and yelped at the pain.
"Give it here." He took the brush from her, and gently pulled it through the blonde locks, easing out the knots carefully. He then braided it how she had had it before, then went back to finishing his own.
She thanked him with a kiss, then gathered her things together. She hung her knives back at her waist, and strapped her quiver to her back.
They headed down to the main hall together, and found Aragorn already there with Gandalf and the King. Legolas just had a cup of water, whilst Amy grabbed a chunk of bread too, and stuffed it in her mouth. She found she was rather hungry.
The final decision was to definitely go to Helms Deep, whilst Gandalf rode out to find Éomer and his men. The whole city was emptied, the civilians taking only the necessities.
They had many miles to go, and their progress would be slow, as they had many of the elderly with them, not forgetting the women and children. Amy rode alongside Aragorn and Théoden, whilst Legolas scouted ahead. She missed his company, but knew he was needed up there.
She watched with amusement as Gimli told Éowyn about Dwarf women. They all laughed when his horse bolted and he was thrown off, insisting it was all deliberate of course. She saw two of the Kings' guard's gallop ahead to scout with Legolas, but noted he was standing still, listening.
Suddenly, there was a loud yelling and the sound of something being ripped apart. She and Aragorn galloped on with Théoden and crested the hill just in time to see Legolas slit an Orcs throat.
"A scout!" he yelled.
She galloped on down to him whilst Aragorn went to warn the others.
"Go with them," he insisted.
"No way, I need the practice." She grinned.
He raised an eyebrow, but ran quickly up the hill.
More Wargs poured over the rise ahead, and Legolas started firing. Amy followed suit, and to her surprise, actually managed to hit some.
The rest of the men were soon with them, and Legolas swung up in front of Gimli on Arod. They charged and met the Warg riders head on.
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I think that was a good place to end it, don't you? ^_^
Chapter 11 up in about a week's time. I'm going away on Friday 16th, so chapter 12 will either be early or late, depending on how it goes. Ok?
By the way, no one answered my question last week. Do you think they had pianos in Middle-Earth? Please tell me, cos I need to know! Thanks you. ^_^
~Lainfaer~