Luineraugwen: I'm back…from outer space ^_^. Sorry felt like doing that. Here's another chapter for my loyal readers. Thank you all for reviewing. Tell me, was the last chapter better than the 1st because I didn't get as many reviews. Oh well, can't be picky or I won't have any reviews at all. Ignore my stupid whining and read the new chapter. I seemed to have miss spelt Caras Galadhon. I hope that's right. I also left out the last word. It was supposed to be 'Lothlorien' after 'towards' not a full spot. Sorry.
Disclaimer: I don't own Lotr or anything else that you recognize for somewhere else ok.
Lady Light: I'm not sure what you meant by that either so we're in the same boat at this stage. I'm glad the last chapter cleared things up although I don't what it did? Don't bother answering that.
Winter: Yeah I liked the idea of Haldir and Katren not talking for that chapter too. They will be speaking in this chapter but keep in mind conversations are not my strong point. I wasn't expecting to say she was beautiful. I more or less wanted to say she was 'pleasing on the eye' beautiful but keep in mind I only meant she was pretty for the human race but nowhere near the elves. Hope that cleared things up at bit for you. I've got an idea how I can't fix the Mary Sue problem in the future. My friend came up with it. The idea is different and somewhat strange but I hope it will work. You'll see it in chapter four or five. Probably five.
Jippin: Good girl. After all my nagging *cough*, you finally reviewed. Good hobbit. See you at school Tookie.
Tidus'luvr99: Thanks for the info on your name. Have to ask a friend who that is. I've never played Final Fantasy but I've seen the movie. I'm glad you don't think it's a Mary Sue.
Haldir's Heart and Soul: Glad you like it. I'm trying to think of faults and strengths but I can't think of many. Not only have I got this story to work on, but I've got about five others that I'm writing but school so it's all piling up. Your ideas are welcome, just email me. If my address doesn't show on my biography, which it should, I'll put it at the bottom of this chapter. Keep reading. I like your name too.
XxgemxX: I hope I didn't go over the edge with the descriptions. Yay, Haldir made his appearance. Glad you like it. Please keep reading.
For any of you who may have ideas, you are welcome to email me. My email address with be at the bottom of the chapter for you just in case it doesn't show up on by bio. Please I need help!!!
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Just as they neared the crest of the hill, close to thirty men brandishing torches, pitchforks, hoes, scythes and other farming tools appeared before them. The formed a tight circle around the two. One of the older men, probably an elder, hobbled towards them, s stern look on his face. A majority of the men were wary of Haldir, him being an elf. The legend of the elves skill in battle was well known amongst the villagers.
"You there, elf, hand the girl over! She has killed two innocent men. Menol, son of Thenol and Daelgo, son of Daelgotho, her father. For this act against the law, she must be trialed and punished" the old man said and the others around him hollered their agreement.
"I find it hard to believe that a community, even as small as your own, obeys the laws of the land and your king. You are blind indeed if you believe that the men ho died in these very hills were innocent. They were anything but and as for murder, in truth what she did was in self-defense. By the way, who do you think you are mortal? I only take orders from the Lord and Lady of Lothlorien. If I choose to take this girl from your midst then who are you to stop me?" Haldir said so dangerously that most of the villagers took a step or two backwards in fright.
Katren gazed up at the elf in total awe. He had the ability to be gentle yet aggressive and protective at the same time. The elf was a mystery to her. He didn't even know her but he was protecting her from her own kin. Curiosity overtook her and she began to wonder what he was going to do if someone decided to attack. Would she see an elf's skill with a bow…or would he use the magnificent sword sheathed at his side?
She didn't need to wait long because a young man who was probably a few years older than herself, and who probably didn't believe the stories about the elves, attacked Haldir from behind. The elf turned round as quick as lightning, fitted an arrow to his bow and loosed it with deadly accuracy. The arrow embedded itself in Daeron's throat and he fell to the muddy ground. He was dead. Haldir immediately shouldered his bow, drew his sword and held it ready. He also took the knife off his belt and gave it to Katren should she need it. He knew that the village men wouldn't stand by as they walked off, they would want revenge for their fallen kin.
He was right, they wanted revenge. Many of them charged the two seconds after Daeron fell. Haldir and Katren fought their way through the mass, inflicting only minor injuries but kill occasionally. They soon reached the outside of the group and made a beeline for the Lothlorien forest. Haldir gently held Katren's wrist and ran at her speed so her wasn't dragging her along. The men were yelling, cursing them as they ran in their long strides. Haldir felt a sudden urge to lift the girl into his arms and carry her to the forest but another idea loomed in his mind. A silver mithril horn clanked against his left leg. He took a deep breath, raised the horn to his lips and blew. A beautiful sound akin to the nightingales of the forest escaped the instrument and sailed on the wind towards Haldir's home. One by one, elves emerged from the security of the trees, bows raised and strung. Haldir felt the girl's strength and endurance fade, so he picked her up, and carried her the rest of the way, into the sea of elves dressed in grey. He placed Katren at the base of a tree before walking back to the front of the elves. The men had stopped at the first appearance of the guards and were now retreating back to the village, most muttering foul curses at the elves under their breath. The elves lowered their weapons before returning to their posts. A couple of them assisted in taking the now sleeping Katren to one of the talans hidden high in the trees.
After dismissing his helpers, Haldir laid the girl softly on the bed. Even in her sleep she shivered with the coldness of her body. He quickly fetched a blanket and towel and came back. He gently rubbed the towel over her arms and face before doing the same of her hair. Haldir dare not dry anywhere else just incase she woke and accused him of something improper but she didn't stir, even as he wrapped her in the woolen blanket, while he went to find some dry clothes. He ended up using a uniform from his own wardrobe. Placing it on the bed, he then leant over to shake the girl's shoulder. She slowly opened her eyes, looking at him with a hazy expression and he smiled down on her.
"Come child, you need to get out of those wet clothes or you'll get sick. There are some clothes on the bed near you. I'll leave you to yourself. Call when you are done" he said before standing up and exiting the room.
Katren groggily sat up and looked to her right to see a grey uniform next to her. The brown dress hung to like a second skin, outlining her every curve. She peeled the garment off her before changing into the clothing laid out for her. After putting them one, Katren walked, with some difficulty, to the mirror and began to laugh at her image.
Haldir patently waited for Katren's call but he was slightly confused when he heard her laugh. After seeking her permission to enter and gaining it, he opened the door and couldn't stop the smile from forming on his face. His uniform was far too big for the girl. The grey tunic went past her knees; the legs of the breeches were rolled up along with the sleeves of the shirt, while the belt was tied tightly around her waist holding the whole thing together. He chuckled quietly, startling Katren who had not heard him come in. Haldir watched her look back at her reflection before glancing back at him. Even though the thank you was in her eyes, he could tell she felt a little bit uncomfortable wearing a Lothlorien guard uniform, let along his uniform.
"Do not worry it's not permanent. You'll just have to wear it until something else can be arranged" he said coming to stand before her. "I believe introductions are in order. I am Haldir, Chief Guard and March Warden of the Lorien guard. And you are, milady?" he added putting a hand over his heart and bowing in the traditional elven way.
Katren was amazed. She'd grown up and never once had she heard a man use such manners to her or any other, so she thought that men didn't have manners. Haldir most diffidently proved her wrong by calling her a lady.
My name is Katren, Master Haldir" she replied, bowing her head slightly to him. Unlike the men of her village, the women had to use manners no matter what.
"It is a pleasure to meet you Lady Katren" Haldir answered and kissed her softly on the back of her hand. Having never been treated in such a way, Katren was sure how to react. An unnatural silence descended upon the two. Finally Haldir seemed to of found his voice and added "There is no need to add a title in front of my name. You only need to call me Haldir".
"If that is your wish" Katren replied and he nodded. Another silence surrounded them but it was broken not by either of two, but by Haldir brothers barging into the talan.
"We heard you were back dear brother. We came to see if you were harmed by those savages" Rumil stopped dead as he saw Katren and the glare Haldir served him with. Rumil, unable to find the right words to apologize, hung his head but Katren understood what he was trying to say.
"There is no need to apologize. Compared to the elves, I guess my kin and I could be seen as savages. Don't worry; I'm not offended by your statement. I believe that part of it was true. Most of the people in my village weren't that nice, especially the men" Katren explained, her mood darkening in the last few words.
"Well I pray you don't consider all males that way" Haldir said walking over and standing shoulder to shoulder with his brothers. Katren shook her head in answer to his question. "I'm glad for that. These are my brothers Rumil and Orophin" Haldir added and his brothers bowed the same way their brother had. "And this my brothers is Lady Katren" he said.
"I must apologize for my younger brother's rash words. He opens his mouth before speaking" Orophin said casting a glare at Rumil. "Flaws of youth" he mumbled under his breath.
"There is no reason to continue apologizing. I was not offended. We all make mistakes and in truth I'd have to agree with Rumil, I hope I pronounced that correctly. I'm sorry if I didn't. Many of the people were savages. They had no manners what so ever" Katren admitted, then turned to Orophin and added, "What do you mean 'flaws of youth'?"
"When one is young, sometimes you do something stupid. Although Rumil may only be a few hundred years younger than me, he still acts like a child occasionally" Haldir answered. Katren creased her brow in curiosity. She'd heard the legends of the elves and their immortality but how long did the different stages of life extend? She could only guess.
"Come now brothers, the Lady is tired. It was been a long night. We will leave you to rest Katren" Haldir said bowing. His brothers did the same before they allowed themselves to be gently pushed from the room by Haldir. The March Warden gave her one last look and closed the door behind him. Katren sighed. Haldir, Rumil and Orophin were very kind to her but then again it was probably their nature. Violence and anger did not suit them in her eyes. Sleep dragged on her eyelids and she crawled onto the bed. Perhaps she would learn to trust these three brothers. In the past, Katren's trust had been given out freely to people who were king o her. That was a mistake she was sorely sorry for. The trust she had shared had been thrown back in her face, spat on and it had even stabbed her in the back numerous times. Since then she never trusted anyone for fear of being burnt again. All Katren could do was hope, hope that now she could trust the elves she knew so far but it was best not to get her hopes too high. Katren drifted off to sleep with those depressing thought whirling around her head.
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Luineraugwen: Yay I'm finished the chapter. Just so you how, I have no idea about the year between the brothers ages so I put it that Rumil is the youngest, Haldir is in the middle and Orophin is the oldest. I think that's what I did. Also I could get my computer to put the little mark in Rumil's name. Sorry I don't know how to do that. I'd also like to mention that conversation is not my strong point. If you notice any mistakes or would like to tell me an idea (sorry if I'm nagging) leave it in a review or email me at queenofthedamned200348@hotmail.com. I hope that came up.