Late Night Snack
Author: Stephie P. a.k.a thesilentsenshi/kirameki
Contact: thesilentsenshihotmail.com; http:thesilentsenshi.livejournal.com
Pairings: Legolas/Erestor
Rating: NC-17
Summary: 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. 3rd in the LNL series.
Disclaimer: The lovely elves don't belong to me, though I wish they did.
Warnings: None really. Unless you consider slash bad...
Notes: Okay, I know I promised this chapter would have some action, but after thinking about it, I figured, we know how Erestor has been taking the year long separation, why not see how Legolas was spending it? But, I swear, next chapter will definitely have some action. (sorry to get your hopes up Min =x I'll make it up to you next chapter.) Plus I needed to put some of it because it will be a major plot development in one of the sequels. See if you can spot it. XD
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Part II. Reunion (Legolas)

Legolas gazed up at the twinkling stars above him and smiled. He was on his way to Imladris, and was hoping to make it there sometime after nightfall. The white horse moved beneath him, in a pace much to slow to his frame of mind. He had already been gone much longer than intended.

He hoped Erestor would not be angry with him. He had sent several letters, but knew many had most likely not reached their destination. The roads were more dangerous now than ever before, and a single messenger would be easily overtaken.

He had been busy driving back the orcs, who were growing more bold as the shadow in Mirkwood deepened. The Wood Elves were hard pressed to keep their lands safe, Legolas, being an extremely talented warrior had been needed. Though he felt there was more to it than that.

His father had forbidden him to leave. At first he thought it had just been because Mirkwood needed his skills (which he admitted was probably a large part of it), but he also felt like his father knew something had happened during his last visit to Imladris. The advisors had probably been monitoring his actions and reported them to his father. He doubted they knew who he had been seeing, but did not doubt they had told the king he had seen someone. The fact that the king did not have a name was probably aggravating him to no end. And Legolas would not speak to him about Erestor. Not yet anyway.

His father no longer loathed or blamed the Noldor, however, he was still wary of them. Legolas didn't know how he would take to discovering his youngest son had fallen for a Noldor Elf, a male Noldor Elf at that. Not to mention an Elf older than his father, who had fought beside Gil-Galad in the Last Alliance and was currently Elrond's chief advisor. The outcome of that admission would not be pretty. And Legolas would put it off as long as was possible. He would wait until he and Erestor had been together for a while longer, then he would tell his father. No need to rush into things only to get burned. Besides, if he told his father, Legolas had the feeling he would never be allowed to return to Imladris, and that was simply not going to happen.

After an entire year of pleading to be let travel, his father had no choice but to relent. For Imladris was holding an archery competition where the best of the three most prominent Elven realms would compete. Being one of Mirkwoods best Archers, as well as to show off the King's sons skills before the other realms, his father had readily agreed to let his son go. Legolas had sighed when his father admitted this. He was glad he held his father's pride, but he did not appreciate being placed on display. He did not complain, however, because it gave him an excuse to visit Imladris once again. To see, and feel Erestor beside him once again. He had even talked his father into letting him leave a few months early.

It had been a long lonely year for the prince. It had probably been the longest time he'd spent celibate since reaching his majority. He would still flirt with the various Mirkwood inhabitants, but in the end would take none to his bed. Nay, that spot was now reserved for one elf only. He had not spoken falsely when telling Erestor he wanted no other. And besides that, he would never betray his heart's love like that. Nay, he would be exclusive. There would be no more late night trysts unless they involved Erestor. Of that he had made an unspoken oath.

Legolas had been so lost in thought that he had not realized he had already reached the borders of Imladris. He was stopped by the sentries, who, recognizing him let him pass without question. After a bit more riding he approached the courtyard, where he swiftly dismounted and handed his horse off to a weary stable hand. After being allowed entrance, he met a servant who asked if he should inform the house that he had arrived. Legolas shook his head no. He did not want to wake any one up on his account. Plus he wanted to surprise Erestor. He also denied help with his baggage, it's not like he had brought much in any case, and slowly made his way to the rooms he knew Erestor would be in.

Sneaking stealthily through the halls he makes it to the chamber, and is surprised to find it empty. Without bothering to change or wash up, he leaves his bags in a corner out of the way and goes in search of the dark haired advisor.

Erestor wasn't in the Library nor gardens. Next stop, the kitchens. Even if he didn't find Erestor there, he could pick up a bite to eat. It had been a long journey surviving on lembas bread and water. Some fruits would most certainly be a welcome change.

He rounded the corner and spotted a dark head that was obviously munching on an apple. Legolas smiled. He snuck up behind the figure in silence and suddenly embraced him. Erestor had stood up in surprise and tried to turn around, but Legolas decided not to let him, smirking the entire time. He could feel the advisor tense in his grasp, the heart beat quicken, and body shiver. Leaning in close to his ear,letting his breath tease the sensitive appendage, he whispered softly.

"I'm back." This time when Erestor tried to turn, Legolas did not stop him, but neither would he completely break the embrace. It had been far too long being unable to hold the body of his love.

"Legolas! You've returned!" Legolas laughed heartily when Erestor's face lit up in joy and burrowed more snuggly into the embrace. "I've missed you so!"

"As have I, Erestor." Legolas whispered, tightening his hold on the advisor. "As have I."

t.b.c…

Notes: Thank you guys who have reviewed. I hope the next sequel gets better results. Probably will since I'll be bringing Haldir into the picture, and everyone loves Haldir. XD Hope I don't get bombed when he turns out to be an embittered ex. Ah well. It's not like I'll be making him a monster. Just very jealous and bitter. Anyways, look forward to the smutty scenes next chapter.

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