Late Night Love: Heart's Desire
Author: Stephie P. a.k.a thesilentsenshi/kirameki
Contact: thesilentsenshihotmail.com; http:thesilentsenshi.livejournal.com
Pairings: Legolas/Erestor
Rating: NC-17
Summary: Erestor is haunted by his night with Legolas. The prince wants
to continue their affair. When insomnia hits once again, will Erestor
be able to fight his desires. Does he even want to? Sequel to Late
Night Library Tryst.
Disclaimer: The lovely elves don't belong to me, though I wish they did.
Warnings: None really. Unless you consider slash bad...
Notes: Part Ten. The grande finale! XD Legolas and Erestor must part,
sadly. But this parting won't be forever, so worry not. Legolas will
return in the sequel. XD
For people who had trouble connecting to get the
uneditted version of chapter 9, you can get it here:
http:##thesilentsenshi.livejournal.com#30007.html. (#=/)
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Part X. Painful Parting
Legolas awoke
to the brilliant sun streaming through the large windows. He took in
his surroundings. They were in an elegantly decorated and neatly kept
bed chamber. Erestor's room. The predominant colors in the room were
deep purples and dark blues. A large mahogany desk stood in the corner
covered in scrolls. Several bookshelves lined the walls and a large
armoire stood in another corner. There was also a well used travel
trunk at the foot of the bed that hadn't actually been used in quite
some time. Hanging on one wall was an old sword and some armor from the
battle of the second age, also long in disuse. Small proof that there
was more to Erestor than meets the eye. Though not a warrior at heart,
he is not incapable of going to war and defending what he believes in
when needed. The room was simple and strait-forward, like it's
resident. It was the room of a lore master.
Sometime last night
the couple had made their way up here to his rooms to indulge in
another, slower round of lovemaking, without threat of interruption.
Both knew that with the coming of the dawn, also came the time Legolas
would have to depart from Imladris and return to Mirkwood for a long
time. The duties of a prince were important and Legolas could not
abandon them just because he'd found love in another realm. Especially
with the growing shadow. He would return as soon as he could. That was
the only guarantee he could make.
Legolas looked beside him in
the bed, where a warm body was snuggled up beside him. He smiled gently
at the site of his sleeping lover.
Rather than wake him,
Legolas contented himself with sifting his hands through the silken
strands of ebony hair and breathing deeply his lovers scent. Slowly,
Erestor began to awaken, his eyes focusing on the figure above him. He
stretched languidly and yawned.
"'Gmorning..." He mumbled.
Legolas smiled at him, his blue eyes twinkling. "Good morning Melethron. I hope you slept well last night."
Erestor smirked at the prince. "Sleep? Did we sleep?"
Legolas chuckled, grinning wickedly. "In a manner of speaking, we did."
Erestor smiled. "In that manner, I'd say I slept very well. And you?"
"Never better." Legolas whispered, kissing Erestor's forehead lightly.
The prince glanced over at the window, the sky was lightening rapidly now. He sighed and moved to sit up.
"I suppose I should get ready now." he murmured.
Erestor turned wide stricken eyes to the prince. "W..why? Ready for
what?" he asked hesitantly, though in his heart he knew the answer.
Legolas looked at him sadly. "I must leave for Mirkwood this morning. I
told you this before, remember." Legolas proded gently.
Erestor nodded, sighing loudly. "Aye, I suppose I just didn't wish to believe it."
Legolas glanced away, not able to bear the sadness filling his lover's
eyes. When he heard a muted sob, he quickly turned back, to see
Erestor's hands covering his face an a sign of abject misery. Legolas
quickly swept the sobbing elf into his embrace and rocked him gently.
"Shhh... Meleth nìn. Don't cry. This isn't goodbye. Not forever. I will
return to you as quickly as possible. This I swear to you." Legolas
soothed. Gradually Erestor's tension lifted and his tears stopped
flowing. He sniffled and gave Legolas a look of disgust. Legolas looked
at him taken aback, unsure why Erestor was eyeing him that way. "What?"
He finally asked.
Erestor pouted. "I never showed all these
emotions till you came about, y'know." Legolas was frozen for whole
minute before cracking a wide grin and whooping laughter.
"I'm
so sorry to put you out meleth, but you'll just have to learn to deal
with it, as all us sane elves do." Legolas said through his chuckles,
his blue eyes twinkling brightly.
Erestor feigned a look of shocked and hurt indignation. "Are you saying that I wasn't sane before?"
Legolas grinned, before leaning forward for a tender kiss. "All I'm
saying is that I like how you are now. And I wouldn't want you any
other way."
Erestor glanced at him askance. He sighed mightily. "Yes well, as you said, we should get ready now."
Legolas quirked his golden eyebrow. "We?"
Erestor looked at Legolas as though he had missed something that should
have been obvious. "Well, I will be bidding you farewell, won't I? Or
did you plan to ride off without a goodbye?""
Legolas nodded
and got out of bed. The couple quickly dressed and went down to eat a
small breakfast before Legolas and his father's councillors departed.
Legolas stood before Erestor, his eyes brimming with both love and sorrow.
"I wish I did not have to leave so soon, but I have no choice. When
next I return it will be for as long as I wish, and not those I travel
with. Remember, this is not farewell, for I will return. It is only a
brief separation." He embraced Erestor briefly and gave him a tender
kiss before mounting the chestnut stallion he rode. With a single
glance back, he lead the company of elves travelling with him onto the
path leading away from Imladris.
Erestor watched Legolas ride
off into the distance, until he could no longer see the golden hair
reflecting the sunlight. He stood there long after, gazing out at the
grounds. Elrond and the twins approached him, and patted his shoulder
reassuringly.
"Don't worry, Erestor." Elrohir soothed.
"Aye, he'll be back before long. You'll see." Elladan assured.
"He always does." Elrohir stated.
Erestor nodded. "I know that, but it doesn't make the waiting any easier."
Elrond led his friend back to the house. "You'll survive. You both
will. And when he returns it will be as though no time has passed."
Erestor allowed himself to be lead. With one final glance back, he returned to the last homely house.
He would await Legolas' return eagerly. But until then, he had work to
do. The paperwork of a chief advisor did not wait for a lonely heart to
mend.
... The End ... (for now)
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Elvish:
meleth=love
melethron= lover (m.)
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That's it. It's been swell, and I'm sorry to see it end, but I am
planning a sequel. =3 Now that they are finally together, it's time to
throw a few bumps in their relationship. It'll be a while yet before we
get a happily ever after. XD Thank you everyone for being so
supportive. As a reward for being such good readers, here's a little
summary of what I've got planned. If anyone likes it and wants to see
more, then I'll get to work on it strait aways. Titles may change.
These are far from definite. I haven't written them, or have everything
planned. At the moment they are simply ideas running through my head.
Feel free to give suggestions. Tell me what you'd like to see, and I'll
see if I can make it happen. XD
Next:
Late Night Snack -
Late Night Love Series interlude. Legolas unexpectedly returns to
Imladris and Erestor after a years separation. Erestor goes to the
kitchens for a snack, but gets more than he bargained for. Legolas is
back, and hungers for more than just snacks. Temptations are flaring,
and neither elf wishes to resist.
Coming Soon:
Late Night
Love: Jealous Hearts - Legolas' past lover visits Imladris and wants to
renew their affair. When he discover's Legolas' relationship with
Erestor he is far from happy. How far will one go in the name of
Jealousy. And, more importantly, will he succeed? Legolas/Erestor
???/Legolas ???/Erestor(Don't ask...)
???= Still not sure. I am still leaning on Haldir. Well, We'll see.
Review Responces:
Fuji. lol. To each her own. XD I just love the elves. Oh and Sam. Maybe because I can relate to his obsession with the elves. XD I like all the other characters. But they aren't my fave. Of the men I'd have to say I like Aragorn and Faramir best. Two Johnny's faints. Lol. First suburn as a teen, eh? How old are you? Put some aloe on it. That helps. Especially if the aloe has been cooling in the fridge. Yeah, I love anime. I like Inu Yasha, but am not really in the fandom. Just watch it sometimes when it's on, that sort of thing. I love Saiyuki, Fruits Basket,and Kyou Kara Maou(not in U.S. yet). And about a dozen other series I could name. ; I have some older fanart I've done on my site. I can post the link if you want. It has a gorgeous Van of Escaflowne. Totally drool worthy. XD
mysticheero: If the new link still doesn't work, tell me and I'll e-mail it. vv; Yes, I respond well to well paced nudges. Hrmm.. actually, the point was despite his age, Erestor HASN'T had lover's of the heart. Oh sure, he's had lovers in the past, but the heart wasn't on the line those times. It's the first time truly opening his heart to a lover. As for Legolas, he's a stud and of course had plenty (and I mean plenty) of past lover's, but none that held his heart. As depicted, he's secretly had feelings for Erestor for quite a long time. It's a first for both. XD Erm, hope that wasn't too confusing. heh. And sure, e-mail's are cool. Maybe if I have trouble with the sequel you can help brainstorm. XD
Starlit Hope: Ah, yes, Erestor is now on safe ground. Though in one of the upcoming sequels I have planned, new doubts come into play. =)
Min: Glad the worth was wait. Hmm... Gildor's an idea.
I was more leaning toward a foreign elf though. I mean, Gildor is from
Imladris(even if he does wander). I dunno, I just have this nearly
clear picture of Haldir in the story. Though he will be quite
differently portrayed than in Longing for More. I dunno, maybe it's my
excuse to make a naughty Haldir. vv; I'm so cruel. X3
Elfie:
Yes, what would be even better was if one time they were walked in on
by someone. =x Maybe eventually. There'll be plenty of time in the
sequel. I'm glad they're finally together as well. They were kind of
thick there for awhile. XP
Erobey: Glad you enjoyed. I never
really thought about it, but yeah it seems Legolas likes a side of
danger with his desire. XD He's so naughty. Not that Erestor's
complaining or anything... =3 Of course, what would the sequel be
without a little sex. XD Especially since they are officially together
now. Maybe they'll even upgrade to a bed soon. =9