Summary: About how two girls lives changed for the better after being
dropped into middle earth.
Disclaimer: I do not own anything LOTR related. I only own Rin, her family and Steph, well actually Steph owns herself. But you get the point.
Chapter 1
*Told through Rin`s POV* "Omg! Steph that was positively amazing!' I said to my best friend Steph as we walked out of the theater. We had just seen the Return of the King. But before we go on with the story, let me tell you about me; Rin for short and Steph. Steph is tall with shoulder length blond hair, Steely blue eyes and average in weight as was I., which means we aren't toothpicks but we aren't the Pillsbury doughboys` cousins either. Me well I was opposite. I had long brown hair, with clear green eyes. I was a little shorter than Steph and boy shed never let me forget it.
We met in grade 9.Both of us were the target of peoples jokes, so naturally we became friends and well eventually we showed them what we were made of. Its now 3 years later and we are in grade 11. (Both failed grade 9 because of depression) We live in Ottawa, Canada and we both have very troubled lives. Our families are messed up royally. My own barely notices my existence because of Jess my 2-year-old niece who lives with us. And Steph, well its about the same except its her brother who gets the attention.
Anyway as I was saying we were walking out of the movie theater discussing the ROTK. "No kidding! Legolas is so hot! Ugh I wish I were an elf and in Middle Earth." She said sadly. I nodded " I just wish there were a Middle Earth period! It seems so beautiful, and so far from this big floating crap ass rock we live on. I thought Eomer was amazing, I mean he has no elven, power or any kind of magic yet he's so.oh I don't know, wonderful you know?' She looked at me and smiled. " You know Rin, you never seize to amaze me. You have such a powerful soul. Sometimes I think if you asked a rock to move it would get up and move 3 feet away with no hesitation." I started to laugh. "Well Steph you never seize to amaze me either. You can always make me laugh!" We laughed and talked for quite awhile in front of the movie theater. I looked at the time and sighed." You know we should get home. After all it's supposed to snow tonight." She pouted and got up. " I hate Canada sometimes." I nodded and we laughed. " Hey why don't you stay at my house tonight, my mom wont care she's to preoccupied with Jess anyways. That kid is so spoiled and she's only her granddaughter, and here I sit waiting for a mother and all I get silence." I began to cry. Steph hugged me until I calmed myself down. ": Don't worry, we still have each other, best friends like sisters?" she said sticking out her hand. " Best friends like sisters." I agreed and we shook. And made our way home.
We arrived on my porch and sat down." I wonder if wishing on stars comes true?" I looked at Steph and shrugged. " I wonder the same thing but then again I try not get caught up in false hope..oh well let's go in." Steph got up and opened the door." Aren't you coming?" " Yah in a sec, go on in I just have to check something." She nodded and went in. I walked down the steps and stood in the snow-covered driveway. 'I wonder if you can make a wish on a star and it would come true' I wondered. " Rin get in here right now and go to bed!" my mother yelled from her window. " Coming!" I began to turn away and then stopped.
I looked up at the partially clear night sky and chose a star, my favorite star, the star that shone brighter than the northern star but only when I was sad and the only thing that gave me hope of something better. "I wish Steph and I belonged and felt loved and needed. Most of all I wish for our dreams to actually become reality." I said to my only hope (the star) shedding a single tear and I walked into the house.
"What were you doing that took so long? Asked Steph as I walked into my room and set up my bed on the floor, she always got the bed. " Just.hoping." I said, as I got comfortable. "Hoping for what, a cold?" she said. I didn't answer and finally sleep overcame me.
Chapter 2
When Rin awoke she was groggier than usual, she never had been a morning person. She moved around a bit trying to fall back asleep but when she rolled over on her back something hard and sharp stabbed her in the side and the sun nearly blinded her through closed eyes." Jesus Christ! That hurt." She sat up to check her side hoping she hadn't punctured the skin. She didn't even get to lifting the side of her shirt when she realized she wasn't in her room at all. In fact she wasn't even in her house.
" Oh, this cant be good." She said to herself. She stood up to scan her surroundings. 'Looks like I'm not in Ottawa either' she thought. The lacks of snow and well.buildings seem to back up her theory. Rin looked around remembering her best friend Steph. She wasn't anywhere near her or in sight. Rin began to panic. " Steph!!" She called running around frantically. If she was lost then her friend must be as well. They were in the same room. She ran around for about an hour searching for her. Eventually Rin became tired and decided to rest. She found a rock and sat on it and began to cry. " Where am I?! Was I kidnapped or something? And where is Steph" she sobbed even more. While doing so her side began to hurt again so she lifted the side of her long sleeve sweater and then her tank top to check the damage. It wasn't bad but it wasn't good either, turns out the rock did puncture through the skin. She was bleeding, but not a whole lot though it was enough that the blood had soaked through her tank top. ' Now what am I going to do?' she though. ' I'm lost, alone and hurt.' Rin was about to get up and start walking again (though she did know where she walking to) when she heard rumbling. She looked up at the sky checking for rain clouds; it was clear. 'Not thunder so what is it? 'I thought. I looked around and saw.. uh oh. Rin hid behind the rock she had been sitting on.
There were weird and ugly creatures heading toward her. They looked familiar, but she wasn't sure. 'Either way ', Rin thought 'I'm staying where I am'. The rumbling came closer until it stopped. ' Guess they went another way' She thought. Rin stood up dusting herself off and started forward when she nearly went face first into a blade. ' Or not' frightening things surrounded her. She wasn't sure what they were. They made strange noises and eyed her wickedly. She tried to turn and run but one of the creatures grabbed her.
"Let go of me you asshole!" she yelled. She had to get away. But there were so many of them, the instant she tried they would catch her instantly.
The vile and rank smelling things gave her wicked stares, some eyed her up and down. One said something to another in a foreign language, it was one she definitely did not know or recognise. She trembled. Now she definitely knew she wasn't in Ottawa anymore. So then where was she? There were no weird animals like this there. Maybe there were like human- monkey things that don't seem to bathe.
She must be sleeping, having a nightmare.
Before she knew it, she was tied up and pushed to follow.
'Walk and Breathe, don't panic.' She thought to herself and kept walking.
They kept on walking, resting only twice. The sun rose, and they still walked, though the things seemed to hate it as much as she did. They walked until what seem to Rin, was about noon until they rested again. Rin was so exhausted, emotionally and physically; the more they walked to more she felt like she was going to collapse and die. Yet she went on, surrounded by the human-monkey things.
They took up camp at night and Rin tried to get some sleep so she wouldn't be exhausted the next day. She lay there looking up at the moon when suddenly one of the creepy human- monkey thingies fell to her right. Then all hell broke loose.
Large horses galloped into the camp with men on them, firing arrows and throwing spears. The creatures tried to fight their assailents but they had not the skill to over power them. They were slaughtered, one by one, as Rin flung herself to the ground, quietly sobbing and holding back yells. 'My god! Ive been dragged into a viking war!' She had to get out of here before these men mistook her for one of these creatures.
As Rin was crawling away she noticed silence. "Did we suffer any losses?" Said a man's voice.
"Only one my Lord" replied another.
Rin stopped. Curiosity ate away at her, 'Could these people help me? Could they tell me where I am?' She froze not moving an inch.
"Give him a proper burial, then pile the despicable creatures and burn their carcasses," the first voice said.
" Yes my Lord", said a different voice.
Rin continued to crawl away not knowing a man had been counting the mangled bodies around her, bumped right into him, the man let out a yell of surprise. Soon she found herself surrounded with drawn arrows.
"Who are you?" She heard the man that had spoken before ask her. He held one of the bows targeted on her. She stood up and put her hands on her hips.
"Don't you point those things at me! Do I look like I can kill you? Bunch of knobs."
She heard a chuckle from the back. They stayed were they where for a few moments. Then silently the man, who had spoken, nodded. She could not see his face. But the moonlight did glance upon his helmet, which from what she could see looked to be made of silver. He lowered his bow, as did the others. They stood there and stared at each other. Rin was cold, sore and trembling. Not to mention kinda pissed from having a spear nearly put up her ass. She didn't know what to do. She was not sure if she could trust these men. Or if she asked for help they would aid her.
She was shaken out of thought when the man asked her again for her identity. " My- my name is Rin", she answered, unsure of what was to happen to her. "Rin", he repeated. " Why where you with the Orcs?" 'Orcs?' Weren't those characters from those books shed read when she was 15? She was unsure of how to answer him so she told him the truth. " I was captured, last night while I slept. Stupid things tied me up and made me walk non stop."
" Why were you outside? And most importantly unprotected?", he asked.
" I-, she stuttered not sure what to tell these men. " I- I am not exactly sure you would believe the truth"
" One minute I was home with my best friend, sleeping and the next I awoke and I was here. Wherever here is.?" She continued.
" Where is your home my lady?" "Canada.Ottawa, Canada" She couldn't see it but she was sure he had blinked. "I have never heard of this place.Canada?" "Huh. Well then. where is here?" she asked, afraid to know.
" You are in Rohan"
Rohan.Rohahhan. Wait a second, "OMG!" All the men backed away startled. " My lady are you alright?" the man asked. She wasn't paying attention. 'Omg I'm in Middle Earth! This cant be good. This has to be a dream!' she thought. This was too much. She began to say something but dizziness over came her before she had the chance. She felt two arms wrap around her waist before she hit the ground, that was the last thing she remembered before going into complete darkness.
Chapter 3
Rin`s POV The man I had been speaking to carried me to the fire the Orcs had made under the leader's orders. When I awoke he gave me a blanket and pressed a few strips of dried meat in my hand. I stared at the flames as the men behind me piled up the Orc carcasses far away from the fire. I thought.
Rohan. I was in the Land of the Horse lords. Oh Boy, I knew perfectly well where the hell I was.
I just wasn't willing to deal with it.
I had seen all three Lord of the Rings movies, I had read all the books and had a lot of action figures and posters. I was in Rohan. This was a dream. It just- had to be.
But the more I thought about it the more I realized it was too real. The flames in front of me gave off real heat, which I welcomed. I looked down at the jerky in my hand and took a bite. It tasted like salty cardboard, just like jerky does. And it was tough. It was true. I was in Middle-earth. But how? And Why? I certainly didn't ask to be here, that was for sure.. Wait. Maybe I did. I wished upon a star..
~Flashback~ I looked up at the partially clear night sky and chose a star, my favorite star, the star that shone brighter than the northern star but only when I was sad and the only thing that gave me hope of something better. "I wish Steph and I belonged and felt loved and needed. Most of all I wish for our dreams to actually become reality." I said to my only hope (the star) shedding a single tear and I walked into the house. ~Flashback end~
'Our dreams to become reality'. I did wish for this! But if I wished for OUR dreams to become reality, where is Steph? Why hadn't she come too? Maybe.she did and she captured or lost or.. oh my god.
I tried to think about something else, fearing the worst. I'm in Middle Earth.. What was the date? Was this during the war? Has the ring even been found yet? The men started to return to the fire. They looked at me curiously, but did not bother me, probably to the orders of their leader. I scanned the faces and around the area for the man, but I did not see anyone that looked like they had his form. As soon as I thought that, he strode into the firelight.
"Eomer!" One of the men said. "What do we do from here?"
Eomer. Eowyn`s Brother. Future or, maybe already Lord of Rohan. I found myself once again screwed up by the date. He wore a helmet, just like the ones in the movies. He removed it, shaking out his hair. I nearly had chickens. He could be the spitting image of the actor, Karl Urban who played him. But I had to say he was even more handsome and sexy in reality. I blushed at my thoughts. Get a grip Rin. I laughed to myself.
His dark eyes scanned all his men before stopping on me, hiding deep in a blanket. The men spoke and laughed amongst themselves and he walked towards me. I tried to avoid his eyes but failed. He towered above; He kneeled down to my level, his eyes never leaving mine. It was like a bloody staring contest. I couldn't read the emotion behind his beautiful brown eyes. Then he shocked me by taking my hand in his own and raised it to his lips. His moustache tickled and I giggled just like a retarded hyena. I'm such a spaz, I thought
"Lady Rin." He said. "I am Eomer, King of Rohan." Well that answers my questions. After the war, Theoden is dead and he is already king. Okies then.
" Hiya." I responded. He raised an eyebrow as if to say enh? Then spoke again. "I would like to speak with you if that is alright?" I nodded. " It is your right my Lord. I just popped out of nowhere the least I could do is sit and talk with you." I laughed and he eyed me curiously then smiled a little. "I would like to know what happened, how you were captured by the Orcs and what you were doing out in the open without an escort or a weapon for protection."
"Well ill start from the beginning if I may my Lord?" "Of course" he nodded as to say go ahead. " Well you see the night before I appeared, I made a wish." he seemed surprised and seemingly amused but this. ". That's right, I wished on my only hope. A Star in the my country's` northern skies that shines brighter than the brightest star, but only when I shed tears." Eomer seemed troubled when I told him this. " Lady Rin." he stared but I cut him off." Please allow me to finish or I may forget." I laughed and he nodded. " Anyways so here I am staring at this star and I made a wish. I went to bed with my best friend sleeping in a bed nearby and when I awoke I saw no sign of her or my house or anything familiar to me. I began to wander around searching for her but I was captured by passing Orcs before I could find anything." He sat still for a while seemingly trying to absorb this new information. Then stood up" You will come to Edoras until we can solve this mystery. Is that suitable?" I agreed. He began to walk away when I called to him, he turned around. " Thank you, your kindness means the world. You may have saved my life and I will never forget it." He smiled " Lady Rin, you are very welcome." and having said that he walked away.
I layed a distance away from the fire staring up at the sky. It sure was clearer here. And not only that beautiful. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad not going home. My thoughts shifted to Steph, I hope that if she is here in Middle Earth as well she is as safe as I am or at least feels as safe as I do. Soon after I fell into a restless sleep haunted by my past.
~Flashback~
" Shut up!! Stop crying, your mommy can't help you now she's asleep! So you have me to deal with." I continued to cry. Powerful sobs rattling my 6-year- old body. " I said shut up! Or ill smack you so hard you wont be able to cry anymore!" I calmed down a little but not enough for him because the next thing I felt was a sharp sting across my face that sent me flying off the bed. I immediately shut up, though still in extordinary pain because of my allergies to dairy and because of being slapped. He turned to leave but stopped and turned around. " If I hear you again you'll get much worse than a smack!"
~End of Flashback~
I awoke with tears streaming down my cheeks and heavy sobs escaping my body. Suddenly I felt two arms around me and not even bothering to look I turned around and just held on, crying. When I finally stopped I looked to see who was hugging me, I was shocked to see it was Eomer. "Shhh.. rest now. We have along journey ahead of us." He said and got up to leave. "Please stay with me till I fall asleep?" He smiled and returned lying down beside me. I felt safe with him nearby. A friend there to keep me safe from the one person I was terrified of.my mothers second husband. I began to shiver at the thought and I guess Eomer took it, as I was cold so moved closer. I smiled and completely forgot my nightmare and fell into a dreamless sleep.
A/N- Not bad Eh? Lmao well please Review I wanna know what you think.
Chapter 4
When Rin awoke all she heard was silence. ' I guess everyone is still asleep' she thought. Sure enough when she looked around all the men were still snoring peacefully. Not that it surprised her, the sun had barely peaked over the horizon and it was still very cold. She shivered. She nearly screamed when an arm wrapped around her waist. She turned around to find Eomer, sleeping peacefully. She layed there confused.' How.oh yah." Her thoughts turned the night before. When Eomer had allowed her to cry on him while he held her quietly not even asking any questions. Her dreams were much of the time haunted by her past, and it meant a lot to her that even though she had only know Eomer a few hours, he was able to chase away her horrors.
Rin`s thoughts were quickly broken when she heard familiar screeches. 'Oh god not more.' She hurriedly awoke Eomer. " My Lord! Orcs!!" she shrieked. He was up so fast along with the other men I nearly went flying into the fire pit, they stood armed with bows and swords drawn ready for battle. She could just barely make out the grotesques creatures in the dawn light as they ran toward them. " Lady Rin keep out of sight." He shouted to me. I hid behind a large boulder, hmm seems Id come very familiar with these boulders. I heard more screeches, swords piercing flesh. It nearly made me spew chunks at the thought. I could hear metal against metal and a lot of thumping as bodies hit the ground roughly. I tried to block the sounds out by focusing on something else. Which was rather difficult.
I suddenly remembered the deep cut I had received the day I popped up here. I was still in my green long sleeve shirt and black PJ pants. I lifted my shirt wincing in pain as the blood that had sticken to my shirt was also still stuck to my body as well. I gathered up all courage tore it from my body. It was definitely a nice one. Red and still slightly bleeding. I Put my shirt back down and remembered the fight. I got to my knees and peered over the boulder. Some of Eomer`s men were on the ground, dead. There weren't many Orcs left.
I could see Eomer fighting against a huge and massive Orc not far away from where I was hiding. He took a good swing and took of its head, then leaned over to catch his breath. That's when I saw it. There was a lone Orc heading straight for him and he didn't even realize it." Eomer, look out!!" Without even realizing what I was doing I grabbed a dagger lying on the ground and ran with all I had. I came up behind the Orc, as he was about to get Eomer and shot the dagger nailing him right in the back of the head. Good thing I was a good darts. Eomer stood there stunned. I smiled and suddenly went to the ground holding my side. I guess the cut WAS worse than it looked. Eomer ran to my side." Lady Rin, what's wrong?" I clenched my jaw and pointed to my side. I lifted my shirt slightly and noticed the cut, his eyes widening. " When did this happen?"
" Shortly after I arrived here." I answered nearly in tears because of the pain. " He lifted me up gently and brought me back to where I slept. The other men returned after piling the corpses and burying their dead. They stood watch while Eomer went over to a man whom I later learned was called Delenor. He explained my injuries to Delenor and came over to tend to my wound. He cleansed it then began to stitch it up. Tears ran down my cheek as he continued to sew the skin back together. He had only gotten halfway through when I let out a sob." My lady you must remain calm and still or the thread will release. And the I will have to restart." Eomer came over and took my hand as Delenor continued. I squeezed Eomer`s hand trying to hold back from screaming. The pain was almost unbearable. Eomer rubbed my hand and just stayed there comforting me. When Delenor was done he told to rest so I could give the stitched a chance to heal a little. I agreed to frighten to move in fear of causing myself more pain. I eventually found rest as sleep overcame me, while Eomer stayed close by incase I was in need.
Chapter 5
Rin awoke to the sound of numerous horses galloping away. She opened her eyes and sat up carefully as not to reopen her cut. When her vision cleared of sleepiness they went wide. Everyone was gone! They had left her, had she been such a burden to them that they had decided to just leave her for the Orcs? This was totally unexpected. She was about get up when a voice called from behind her. " Don't you even think about it. Delenor made it clear to me that you are not to walk around for a couple of days or the stitches will tear." I whipped my head around to see Eomer standing by his horse.
Relief flooded through my veins, they hadn't left me. " Where is everyone?" He laughed. For the first freaking time the man laughed! And boy did he have a laugh..*Swooning* A damn sexy laugh too. " Do not worry yourself my lady. They have gone ahead of us. They will continue to Scout and protect the land and we Lady Rin, will make way to Edoras. But before we must go to Rivendell." My eyes went to size of golf balls I`m sure. " Rivendell? Why?" He walked over to me and kneeled to my level. " Because your wound needs the help of the eleves to heal. It is a long journey to Rivendell, Delenor instructed me on how to dress it and keep it from getting infected. Now lay down I must change your bandages."
I did as I was told, who am I to argue with Eomer, Lord of Rohan. Especially when he tells me to lay down. Omg! I mentally slapped myself and laughed outloud. He looked up and I blushed. He lifted the side of my shirt and I began to laugh again. " May I ask what you find to be so funny, Lady Rin?" he asked. " Your tickling me my Lord!! And stop calling me lady rin. Just call me Rin." He chuckled and nodded. " My apologies. And I will only call you Rin if you would address me as Eomer instead of My Lord." I giggled and thought as Eomer changed the bandage. Then I noticed. " Um, Eomer?"I asked. " Yes , Rin." I blushed." Um well I was wondering.1. Can I call you `Mer? And, 2. Could you *cough * remove your hand from * cough* my breast?" Eomer eyes went wide and he blushed a deep crimson. And quickly removed his hand. " My apologies Rin! I did not even notice! And to answer you question. Yes I suppose you could call me that."
After `Mer(hehehe) finished dressing my wound he told me to take a nap so I would be well rested for our depart in the morning. "But `Mer! Im in the middle of a big field the sun id shining right on me how would I be able to rest?" He rolled his eyes. He picked me up and carried me to a shady spot under a tree and then carried over my and his belongings. "There. Now sleep." He said and sat on a rock beside where I lay. I got settled and tried to sleep but to no avail . I was to afraid of my dreams.so I gave up after about what seemed like 20 minutes. Then sun was beginning to set and I began to get cold." `Mer?"
He turned his head to look at me. " What is it ,little one?" " I cannot sleep. Im cold." He smiled and walked over, and layed down beside me. I was still cold so I cuddled closer to him. He put one of his strong arms protectively around me. " Rin?" he whispered. " Mmm Hmm." I answered. He took in a deep breath then spoke, " I wish to thank you for saving me. Had it not been for you I might be dead." I thought for a moment, " `Mer I only did what you have done for me. You saved me from the Orcs, and you comforted me in a time of dire need. I only wish I could do more. You've become a good friend to me." I felt his arm tighten around me. I felt so safe and relaxed that I started to sing..
When you cried I'd wipe away all of your tears
When you'd scream I'd fight away all of your fears
I held your hand through all of these years
But you still have
All of me
You used to captivate me
By your resonating mind
Now I'm bound by the life you left behind
Your face it haunts
My once pleasant dreams
Your voice it chased away
All the sanity in me
These wounds won't seem to heal
This pain is just too real
There's just too much that time cannot erase
" That was very good" I heard him say quietly. I smiled. " Thank you. It was one of my favorite songs where I come from. My best friend and I used to sing it often especially when we were sad." I sighed. " Do you wish to go home?" he asked suddenly. I did not answer for a few minutes though I knew the answer. " No. There is nothing for me there except my friend, unless she was carried here as well. I did not live a happy life `Mer."
He shifted my body so I face him. " Then you will surely live a happy life here. Theres is nothing for you to fear here." I turned back around. " Perhaps.at least I hope I will. My greatest fear is what haunts my dreams and it cannot reach me here. So hopefully you are right." A few moments later I could hear his steady breathing and I knew he was asleep. " As long as you are here to keep him away. Then I will certainly have a chance." I whispered. And then before sleep overcame me all I could faintly hear were these words. " Then I will never leave your side."
Chapter 6
Flashback*~Dream~ Slam! The door was slammed shut. " Stop crying you little brat! I can't hear my show!" he yelled. I slid to the farthest corner of my bed and curled into a ball hoping he wouldn't see me because of the top bunk shading me. I was wrong. I had unintentionally cried harder at the though of another beating. I was in so much pain already. It felt like 30 knives were slowly being pushed into my stomach. " I told you to shut up, or ill smack you so hard, you'll fly into another world!" 'That's a bad thing?' I thought. I was 8 years old and I had a 30 something man threatening to beat me because I was crying for my mother. And he made it sound like going to another world seemed bad. Ha! " I want my mommy!" I sobbed loudly into my stuffed animal Popples, my best and only friend. That was a mistake though. * Slap! * I felt the familiar sharp sting across the back of my head. Except this time I began to get dizzy and everything went black. *End Flashback/ Dream*
I woke up and I immediately sat up looking for 'Him'. I was relieved to find he wasn't around. I was sitting on a horse leaning against Eomer.wait. " `Mer what the hell is going on?" I was really confused. Last thing I remembered was sleeping on the ground with him beside me. And now I'm on a horse, clearly far away from where we had been. " Well, I awoke at dawn and realized we should leave for Rivendell early if we are to get there in a couple of days as planned. I tried to wake you but you would not yield.
So I changed your bandages and packed everything up. Then I put you up on the horse climbed up behind you and you leaned into me still sleeping peacefully so I rode on." "You were shaking as you slept, and weeping. I began to worry. I was about to stop but then you awoke." I stared blankly ahead. " Yes, I must have been dreaming I suppose." I was still shaking.
I knew damn well what I was dreaming about. But I had not the heart to tell him. He leaned in closer to me and hugged me. " You are safe, my Ithildin." I gave him a weird look. " Have you been hanging with the Elves `Mer?" He laughed. " No, it was something I learned from a friend. It means Moon Star." I did an Ohh. shape with my mouth then blushed. " That's sweet `Mer." I said then turned around and gave him a kiss on the cheek. He blushed a deep crimson and I began to laugh. He cleared his throat; " We will reach Rivendell by the next whole moon." I looked at him blankly then thought out loud, "lets see if Middle Earth's moon is the same as Earth's moon and that's a big IF.then that is .." I did some counting on my fingers, ".5 Days?" I asked looking up at him. He nodded. " Yay!" I giggled. I was proud that id remembered. I was a bit of an Astro*nut*.
I looked around, scanning the land. It truly was beautiful here. No cars to produce blinding smog. No annoying skyscrapers blocking the sunrise and sunsets. Most of all no overcrowding of people. I was already I love with the place. At night I could see the stars so clear it felt as though I could touch them. What struck me as odd though was my star was not there. I just thought that it must be because of, I don't know being in a different world. Rohan was my favorite. It had everything I could dream of. And I've only seen part of it. What I did see were mountains, endless rivers and streams, fields that went on forever and sapphire blue skies. It was heaven. ' I really could care less if I don't go back to fucking Ottawa.' I thought. Damn place has done nothing good for me.
I was shaken from my thoughts when Eomer began to slow down. " What's wrong 'Mer? Why are we slowing down?" Then I saw why. 2 horses with riders were heading toward us. Eomer reached for his sword waiting, his face showing worry and anger. Then suddenly he removed his hand from his sword and put it back around my waist and his worried/ angry expression turned into an overjoyed one.
" Aragorn! Gimli! Legolas!" he shouted they came to us and climbed from their horses as did Eomer. I stayed on the horse. Not by choice of course, more out of his demand. 'Hmph! Not fair' I thought to myself. " My friends! What brings you to Rohan?" Gimli walked over and spoke up cheerfully " We have come for a visit. Then we are going to Rivendell. Lord Elrond has asked for our presence." Eomer nodded. " Well I'm afraid it will be a short visit indeed. For I am also bound for Rivendell." Just then I sneezed and nearly fell off the horse. All eyes went to me. " Um, sorry. Horse hair up my nose." 'Mer chuckled and shook his head. He came over had lowered me from the horse to the ground in front of Aragorn, Gimli and Legolas. " This here, is my reason for going to Rivendell. My friends meet Rin. She has appeared in our world for unknown reasons, and saved my life. She is also wounded and that is why we are going to Rivendell. We seek elven healing." Aragorn approached me and took my hand placing a gentle kiss upon it. I of course blushed. " It is indeed a pleasure to meet you my lady." Then Gimli, who did the same, next was Legolas. He came up to me and placed a kiss upon my hand and said, " Would you mind if I took a look at your wound my lady?" I nodded, " Only if you promise not to hurt me and that you will call me Rin." He nodded. " I would never hurt you." He then raised my shirt slightly to inspect the cut.
Aragorn and Gimli winced when they saw, as though it were they inflicted with such pain. " It looks worse than it is really." I said and winced slightly as Legolas continued to inspect it. " You are brave little one. Do not worry, Lord Elrond will help you if Legolas cannot." Aragorn said softly. Legolas reached into a pouch he was carrying around his waist. He pulled out a tiny bottle and opened it. He then poured some of the contents on to the gash. It stung slightly for a moment then it went numb. " This will numb the pain until you reach Lord Elrond. I'm sorry I cannot do more." He said sadly. " I smiled at him, " Legolas, you got rid of the unbearable pain and that's all that counts to me right now. Thank you." I gave him a kiss on the cheek and hugged him. He blushed slightly. I could feel Eomer (who had his hands resting on my shoulders) tense up when I gave Legolas a hug and kiss. I shrugged it off.
"Well since we are going the same way, why don't we journey to Rivendell together?" Gimli proposed. Eomer and I agreed. " Ok then! To Rivendell!" I said. We climbed onto our horses and set off.
I spent much time talking with Aragorn. He was curious about my land. And after I told him how many people occupied it he nearly fell off his horse and had kittens. " But how can so many people exist!" said Gimli cutting in. " Well you see Gimli when a man and woman.." I began. "Ah!! Ok I get it, I get it!" I laughed quite hard. " You see Gimli where I come from. People see. um.* cough* sex as something very casual. I personally don't share in their views but that's me. So therefore they do the jiggity and well...you know. Not all people from my world are like that though." All of them seemed genuinely disgusted by this. " For such a sacred act to be performed so.often, unmarried and with many different people is. disgusting", Legolas added in. " I agree, but others do not see it that way." I said sadly. He gave a disgusted snort. " How horrible." I nodded.
The sun was setting and I began to grow tired. So I leaned into 'Mer. " I think we should rest for the night." He said to the others. They all nodded in agreement. So we set up camp by a shallow stream, Eomer slept nearby incase I needed something. Aragorn stood watch , and Gimli and Legolas slept by the fire. I lay awake staring at the night sky hoping we would arrive in Rivendell soon. I had questions that needed answering.
Chapter 7
We traveled 3 days, only stopping to eat and for rest. It went smoothly the only time there were problems, was when Gimli kept falling off the horse and Legolas had to turn around.
I became very close with all of these guys. They were my only friends here and the only people I trusted. Aragorn acted like a father toward me. He was always there with advice. And Legolas was always there to make me think, laugh and angry. For an elf he could be very annoying.
And then Gimli, my campfire buddy. We told stories and laughed at the stupidest things. I also told them of my world. They seemed shocked that so much violence and corrupt existed in one place.
" What you have to understand about my world is that my people don't stop to think about anything. They just do whatever they want. I was not raised in Ottawa my whole life so I am not like them. I was raised in a little town, therefore I grew up knowing to use my morals and brain." Legolas gave yet another disgusted look. " I am glad that does not exist here. And I am also glad you came to Middle Earth, away from such evil." I laughed, " Elf boy, you learn to live with it. Like most things in life." my thoughts drifting to my past. I sighed. " Anyway, when will we arrive in Rivendell?" Aragorn answered. " We will stop for the night near the forest and we will set out at dawn. We should arrive by the time the sun sets." He said as we reached out soon to be camp.
Eomer helped me off the horse. He had been quite today and it kinda worried me. " `Mer? Are you ok? You've been really quiet." I said. He looked at me and smiled. " Of course my Ithildin, I suppose I am just tried." My heart broke. I was the reason he was tired. I woke up from my flashbacks and he'd stay up with me until I fell asleep. " Oh Eomer, I am sorry. It is my fault. I will sleep with Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli tonight so you can rest without being disturbed." I said. I didn't give him time to protest, I gave him a hug and went to prepare for bed. While the others prepared for bed Aragorn came over and sat beside me. " Perhaps Lord Elrond will have some answers to the questions that haunt your mind. Do not worry my little one. You will find what you seek. You have your friends behind and we will gladly do anything for you." I looked at him and smiled as tears filled my eyes. " Thank you Aragorn. You all mean the world to me." I hugged him. " We should get to bed, we must arise early tomorrow." he said and placed a kiss upon my forehead and retreated to his spot by the fire.
I sat by the fire while the others slept. I couldn't sleep no matter how hard I tried. Too many things occupied my mind. I looked around me, at my friends. These men I had grown to care for so much in just less than a week. My eyes stopped on Eomer. ' I don't want to get close to him.what if he leaves when he finds out. Or what if 'He' finds me and goes after 'Mer. I could not stand to loose him or any of my other friends.'
'How is it I wished for years and nothing ever came true and now suddenly I make a wish and BAM! I land here?' I got up and walked away from the fire, far enough away for privacy. I did not notice someone had heard me and watched while I left.
I stood there in an opening, staring at the clear night sky. All I could feel was anger towards it. " Why!? Why couldn't you have brought me here when 'He' was in my life! Why couldn't you save me then? And save me from the pain that haunts me now!? My shouting subsided to a desperate and pleading whisper as I slid down to my knees. " Why couldn't you save me from the beatings and the fear?" I sat in the grass and cried. I felt arms wrap around me. I jumped back and looked behind me frightened. My emerald green eyes locked with two silver blue ones. " Legolas." I whispered and hugged him tightly. He lifted me up and carried me back to camp. " Its not fair Legolas" was all I could say. He held me tighter and whispered something in Elvish to me. "Seere nya raakina elen ancalima. Lya varna." It sounded almost song-like. I suddenly felt tired; he carried me to Eomer and placed me in his arms. "I found her over there" he said and pointed toward the direction I had been. " She has much pain in her heart and fear in her mind." Legolas said sadly. The last thing I remembered was Eomer hugging me to him. And then my world went back.
**A/N - Seere nya raakina elen ancalima. Lya varna.* means: Rest my star light-giver. You are safe.
Chapter 8
When Rin awoke she felt refreshed and warm. But she was moving, bouncing to be exact. (A/n sounds dirty I know lol) She opened her eyes and shielded them from the bright sunlight. She was on a horse. 'Figures, why else would I feel like a margarita?' I thought to myself. I looked around and saw Legolas and Gimli riding beside me.
Legolas turned his head, noticing I was awake. " She finally arises!" he said and laughed. Then I heard Aragorn ahead. "That's good because we must travel the remainder by foot." I groaned inwardly. " Why?"
Eomer spoke up, " Ithildin, it is much easier and swifter to continue by foot. There are many lakes and rivers, it would be difficult to ride through them and it would cause us much delay." I sighed and grudgingly agreed. We set the horses free and then continued through the thick, damp forest. We came to a river and stopped for a drink. I decided to walk along the shore of the river. I was actually having fun just having something cool on my feet and. "Ah!!!" I screamed as I slipped on a rock and felt flat on my face in the river. I could hear roaring laughter from where everyone was sitting. I stared at them evilly an idea popping up in my mind..revenge.
" Legolas, 'Mer? Could you come and assist me?" I said sweetly. They immediately ran up to me and took both my hands, I looked at them and grinned. They didn't even have time to respond as I tripped them both and they fell into the river. It was now my turn to laugh. And I did just that, as I walked away. " Like I said, KNOBS! ALL OF YOU ARE KNOBS!"
Aragorn and Gimli looked at me strangely. " What might I ask is a knob?" asked Aragorn.
I pointed toward the river. "They are." I said and stormed off. " Bunch of men. God someone hates me up there, I mean hey, their hot but .sheesh! Not very smart are they?" I could hear Aragorn and Gimli laughing as the other two emerged from the river soaping wet.
Rin smiled humorously at the two. They glared at her but she merely stuck her tongue out at them and grinned rather evilly. Aragorn stood, "We should continue on our way, else we shall never make it to Rivendell by sunset."
Rin could have sworn that she heard Legolas mutter, "And your dear Arwen" But she could have been mistaken.
Elmo popped out of nowhere and said "Elmo knows where you live" Laser beams fire out of his eyes and he incinerates a tree. Legolas slowly turns his head to look at the strange creature. Rin has a look of shock upon her face but then she quickly rushes over to the little creature and hugs him tightly.
"I never knew you were real Elmo, you're my fav. Let's do the hokey pokey!"
"Ok!" Elmo agrees and he starts to vibrate and sing, "Put your right foot in, put your foot out, put your right foot in and you shake it all about. Do the hokey pokey as you turn yourself around, that's what it's all about!" Rin and Elmo were dancing to the song. Gimli getting very fed up with Elmo's GAY song suddenly charged him. He swung his axe high and in the next second Elmo had no head. He fell over because of this and then his head asked if you would help him up. Rin burst out laughing at this until she realized that Elmo was dead.
Rin's lower lip trembled as she looked at Elmo, dead at her feet. She started to cry loudly. Suddenly she jumped up a big smile on her face. "Shall we be going?"
Her companions look at her as if she were mad. But all thoughts of the strange creature were pushed far from mind when Rin saw something just to the left of them. She frowned slightly. Suddenly a look of surprise, happiness, and shock crossed her face.
"STEPH!!!" she screamed. The people who had just entered the clearing stood there surprised. One raised her eyebrow at Rin's exclamation. Another elven girl with blond hair and blue eyes mouth hung open with shock.
"RIN!!!" she cried out. They raced toward each other and quickly embraced. They looked at each other in awe. Relieved to have finally found each other.
"You're an elf!" Rin exclaimed in shock. One of the elves in the back raised her eyebrow again at this exclamation.
Steph looked Rin over carefully, "You're hair is longer, and you're thinner, and you look like you've been riding for days as if in Rohan." She observed.
Rin smiled a small and barely noticeable blush crept up her cheeks. She turned and looked at Eomer. "Steph that is Lord Eomer, King of Rohan. My other companions are, Legolas, Aragorn and Gimli." A smile played on Rin's lips because she knew that Steph would know who each of them was without the need to announce their titles.
Steph bowed to them acknowledging them by their proper titles, which shocked them a little. "These are my companions," She pointed to the elves behind her and introduced them, "The Auburn haired is Mariel, and the raven haired is Nefaratoiel. The wolf's name is Willow, the tiger's Silmaneero , and we."
Steph was cut off as a little panther leapt into Rin's arms purring. Rin looked at it in shock before she immediately began to cuddle it. The elf named Nefaratoiel stepped forward and spoke, "The panther has chosen you to care for him, name him and he is yours."
Rin looked at the panther cub it had vibrant emerald green eyes like herself, his fur was darker than black and his claws seemed to absorb the light around them. She smiled softly, "You're name will be Avath the elven word for shadow."
The elves present looked at her in shock, "Lle quena i'lambe tel' Eldalie? " Legolas asked her.
"Not really, but I can understand quite a bit." She smiled slightly, her attention got distracted though.
Her mouth hung open with shock as a nude Eomer walked out of the bushes. They all turned and looked at the new Eomer. The real Eomer blushed redder than an apple "Umm. well this is embarrassing."
Rin smiled evilly and Eomer saw that mischievous twinkle in her eyes and gulped. "Umm.. Naked 'Mer how about you do a few turns slowly and show us ALL the goods." The real Eomer looked like he was about to die. The naked Eomer began to turn slowly showing off ALL and I mean ALL he's got to offer.
Gimli was rolling on the ground. There were tears coming out of his eyes he was laughing so hard. Legolas shook his head and turned away, he was not impressed. Aragorn turned away as well, "We do not need to see our friends like this." He stated quietly.
Steph was smiling evilly. 'WOW! Eomer is HOT!' she thought to herself. Mariel simply looked him over before stating, "I've seen better," which nearly had poor Eomer in tears due to embarrassment.
Rin was on the ground laughing at the real Eomer's expression of horror. She couldn't help herself it was just too funny. "ok naked 'Mer you can stop now"
The naked Eomer stopped and then he gave Rin a suggestive look which made her blush from head to toe, she was redder then the Real Eomer.
Nefaratoiel rolled her eyes at everyone's embarrassment over a naked man amongst them. In one swift and fluid motion she drew a long knife hidden in one of her sleeves, removing the naked Eomer's head. To everyone's surprise the body vanished before it hit the ground.
"Hey! I could of have some fun with that!" Rin exclaimed. She closes her eyes and wishes for another naked Eomer but nothing happens. Rin kicked the ground. Everyone looked at like she had grown two new heads.
"You know you could always ask the real Eomer for a show." Nefaratoiel offered suggestively. Her voice was void of any humor.
The real Eomer who had finally stopped blushing, turned to Nefaratoiel and glared at her. Rin decided to break the tension by saying, "Maybe I'll do just that! But not now. We should get going or we'll never make it to Rivendell."
Nefaratoiel picked up Silmaneero as Mariel picked up Willow. Avath rubbed against Rin's legs. Rin suddenly felt lightheaded. She hadn't realized the harm she was doing to herself as she joked around. She felt no pain but that did not mean she was not hurt. She felt herself falling as two arms wrapped about her and a comforting blackness welcomed her..
***************************************************************** A/N :Well that was different. I really shouldn't write chapters while having a sleep over because crazy things can happen. ELMO!!!! O.O naked Eomer...may need a bathroom break after this. Well I'll be going serious again after this if you want another humorous chapter you have to ask for it and don't forget to review! I need lots of them too, to do another funny chapter. Or if you don't you can just wait till im at *points beside her* house again. yall are not privileged enough for names. Ok im outtie..O.O naked 'Mer. Aiee.. Pleasant dreams all.
I would also like to say this chapter was co-written. That's why its so great lol. We are indeed dumbasses to include Elmo and a naked Eomer in the same chapter.though I quiet enjoyed it.* turns to the person next to her * what do you think? Hokey Pokey!!! We should have made it Eomer who does the hokey pokey! *frowns * geez that ass would have been entertaining. Instead we received a vibrating Elmo :o|
Chapter 9 - Revelations
Rin slowly stirred. She felt something soft and smooth around her.. Like silk. She slowly opened her eyes and saw she was in a magnificent bed. The sheets were made of silk. She touched her side where she had been wounded and found that she was no longer wounded at all. This surprised her. She looked about and saw that she was alone in the room, where ever the room was. All of a sudden she heard a door creaking to her right and turned to see an elf with dark brown hair walk regally into the room.
"I am Lord Elrond. The wound in your side was deeper than you thought, you were very lucky to have made it here when you did." He informed Rin softly.
Rin blinked once at the news and just kinda stared at Elrond. He raised an eyebrow at both her stare and silence, "Umm. thanks, I think." Rin said confused. "When did I get here? HOW did I get here?"
Elrond smiled slightly, "Lord Eomer carried you here along side your other companions. You arrived 3 days ago."
"THREE DAYS AGO!!!" Rin screamed as she quickly stood up, shocking Lord Elrond. "You're telling me ive been asleep for 3 days?" she said to him.
He nodded, suddenly the door creaked opened again and Steph ran in. "OMG! You're awake! I was so freaked out when you passed out! Are you ok?" she cried as she pulled me into a hug.
I stared at her for a moment, then I remembered what had happened that day. And began to giggle. " Im fine, thanks to Lord Elrond." I said as smiled at him.
" I will leave you with your friend. I have business to attend to. When you are hungry the guard will escort you down to the dining hall." He said and left.
Steph eyed me. Her looked was unreadable. " What happened to you this last week?" she said quietly.
I looked at her with a confused expression. " What?" I said.
She laughed, " No like, what happened while you were here?"
"Oh! Well when I woke up the next morning I rolled over on a sharp rock and that's how I got the gash." I said. She laughed.
"Shut up it's not funny. Then when I freaked out when I couldn't find you, I started to look for you but some stupid Orcs captured me."
Steph`s eyes went wide and started to tear. I looked at her worried. " Steph? What's wrong?" I asked.
She said nothing and just hugged me." What else happened?" she asked shakily.
"Well, after we walked for 2 days, only resting twice. They stopped for the night and then Eomer and his men came and slaughtered them all. We spoke and he said he would bring me to Rohan since I had no way to get home, nor did I want to go back."
She smiled, " You know he was so worried when you passed out, I thought he might have heartattack. Aragorn said we had to hurry or you might die and started to pick you up. But Eomer stopped him and took you. He carried you all the way here. And he never let anyone else take you."
Rin was shocked by this, " Really? Now I really feel bad. He never gets rest because of me. If it's not my nightmares waking him up it's something else. I have to apologize." I said and began to walk away.
"Rin, if he didn't want to do what he does then he wouldn't. He cares for you, it's evident to everyone." Steph called to her, "Besides, do you really want to go walking around in that?" She questioned.
Rin stopped and looked down at her clothes. She blushed seeing that she was wearing a very light nightdress. There was a soft knock at the door and an elven maiden that Rin had not seen before came in along with Mariel. Mariel smiled seeing that Rin was awake, "You gave your friends quite a scare there when you passed out," she spoke softly.
The other elf came forward, she had long dark brown hair and blue eyes, "My name is Arwen and I thought you could use some decent clothes." She offered the dress she carried to Rin. "Put it on and I will help you with the back.
Rin smiled her thanks and moved behind a dressing wall. (A/N: I DON'T KNOW WHAT THEY'RE CALLED!) Rin quickly changed and moved out from behind the dressing wall so that Arwen could do up her back.
The dress was long; it just brushed the ground. It was a dark green with gold trim. The sleeves were long and elegant and all in all it was a very beautiful dress. Rin smiled, "Thank-you for the dress, it's beautiful."
Arwen smiled at Rin; "You are most welcome Rin now come you must be hungry."
Rin smiled sheepishly as her stomach made a loud grumbling noise. Everyone laughed at her stomachs proclamation and proceeded to show her to the dining area. Rin sat as Mariel went to fetch them some lunch. As they were waiting Legolas, Gimli, Aragorn and Eomer walked in. They smiled seeing that Rin was finally up. Legolas gave her a pat on the shoulder before heading to help Mariel bring enough food for them all. Eomer and the others seated themselves with the ladies.
They talked about nothing in particular for a while and then Mariel and Legolas returned with lunch. They all dug in, laughing at the jokes that were passed around the table. Rin turned to Eomer and whispered softly, "Thank-you" she didn't explain what she was thanking him for. She didn't have to. He nodded slightly as if to say that no thanks were necessary.
Avath suddenly jumped up onto the table upsetting some of the drinks. "AVATH!!!" Rin scolded. But then she picked him up and cuddled him close. He purred as he nuzzled his head into the crook of her neck.
Eomer looked at the panther cub and then Rin, "There is no way I'm letting you keep that thing in Rohan." He declared.
Rin scowled at him, "Kitty is coming!" She said protectively.
"That is no mere Kitty. Tis a panther Rin! If you want a kitten fine, but a panther cub. No." Eomer was determined. "Rohan is a land for horses I cannot let a panther on the plains, it will harm the horses."
"Now you're just being stupid, human." A soft voice said from the entrance.
Eomer turned to see Nefaratoiel at the entrance to the dining hall. In her arms was a tiger cub, and about her feet a wolf pup. "If the panther is raised upon the plains of Rohan, it will not hunt horses. Your horses will also overcome a fear of panthers. That could be a good thing for your Riders." Nefaratoiel defended. Her gray eyes blazed with anger that the cub might be rejected.
Rin stuck her tongue out at Eomer, "See? Avath won't cause any problems once he's full grown."
Eomer raised an eyebrow, "Full grown?" he questioned.
"He might not know better as a cub." Rin replied matter of factly.
Eomer sighed in defeat, "Fine, but if he harms one of my horses, he's out."
"Fine." Rin replied.
Avath suddenly jumped into Eomer's lap and began to purr. "AAWWWW!!!" came from the women sitting around the table. Nefaratoiel just raised an eyebrow.
Eomer looked a little shocked at the cub in his lap, he smiled slightly and rolled his eyes, "Suck up." He said rather fondly. He couldn't help it. He liked the panther cub.
Rin got up and headed outside, Avath jumping off Eomer and following her. "Where is she going?" asked Steph.
"Just for a walk!" ,Rin called back. Eomer stood up and followed. Steph began to stand up too but Gimli stopped her. " Let them be lass, they have much to *cough* talk *cough* about."
*Outside *
Rin noticed Eomer had followed , so she truned to greet him. " You know I'm not going to disappear any time soon." She said a little annoyed that she could have more than a minute alone.
" I did not mean to anger you with my presence Rin." He said a little disappointed.
She sighed, " 'Mer you don't anger me, you could never anger me after all you've done for me. Im sorry if I sounded harsh."
He approached her, "If my presence does not anger you, may I ask as to what it does?"
Rin looked up at him a thoughtful frown upon her face, "It's comforting having you around." She answered him truthfully.
Eomer smiled at her answer and took a step closer to her, closing off any space between them. Rin blushed and looked down but Eomer raised his hand and gently but firmly raised her face to look at him once more. He leaned down to her as Rin raised her head slightly to meet him.
SPLASH! Both broke apart instantly spinning around to see what had happened. Avath had jumped into one of the fountains. He looked rather surprised with the fact that the water was actually wet. Rin laughed at his expression and lifted him from the fountain. She set him upon the ground and gave him a nudge with her foot to tell him to run along and play. He went obediently off in search of Silmaneero to play with.
Rin smiled and turned around, right into Eomer's arms. "I'm not letting you off that easily," he told her. A slight blush crept up Rin's cheeks as Eomer claimed her mouth with his own. The kiss turned Rin's legs to jelly and the only thing holding her up was Eomer's arms. She surrendered willingly to the kiss and when his tongue ran over her lips seeking entrance, she obliged him.
The two would have remained in their embrace had oxygen not been necessary. Rin pulled away slightly shocked. "I umm I." She stuttered before quickly rushing inside, leaving Eomer wondering.
Rin ran to her room as soon as she was out of site. She entered her room and slammed the door. She threw herself onto her bed. She rolled onto her back and lightly touched her lips. 'Eomer?' She wondered.
Chapter 11
Eomer walked back inside, Avath following close behind, seeing as he had missed Rin`s departure. He wore a confused look. Those in the dining area looked at him curiously. " Where is Rin?" asked Aragorn carefully. She had become like a daughter to him. He was constantly worried about her. He thought he had seen someone run past the entrance of the dining hall who look similar to her but he was not certain.
Eomer looked down, " I do not know." He mumbled and walked away. Legolas could tell something was wrong. He excused himself and went to search for Rin. He first went through the garden but did not find her. The he saw a faint light in the corner of his eye; it was coming from her room. He immediately headed there.
Rin lay on her back, shedding silent tears. " What just happened?" she said aloud. She again put her fingers to her lips. She could still feel his kiss lingering there. The emotions that she felt when their lips touched, how right it felt. the thought made her cry more. It had now escalated into soft whimpers.
A knock sounded at the door, the person did not wait for permission to enter. Rin looked up, her eyes tear filled. Legolas stood there with a confused expression on his face.
"Lirimaer? Why do you cry? What has happened?, he said and rushed to her side.
She just shook her head and cried, " I'm so freaking confused Legolas."
Legolas remained confused but did not say anything. Rin continued, " I should not have run off on him like that, not after what I felt when we kissed."
Legolas`s went wide, " You kissed him?"
She sat up and nodded, " Actually, HE kissed me. But it felt.so right. I'm so confused. I don't know what to do. He must be pissed."
Legolas raised an eyebrow and sighed, " I cannot help you Lirimaer, I can only say that when he returned he was visibly upset. Not angry but upset. He seemed extremely confused. You must talk with him Rin."
Rin sighed and nodded, " Your absolutely right Legolas. I think I will do that now. Do you know where he is?"
" I am not quite certain but he may be in his room." said Legolas and stood up. " Good luck Lirimaer." He said and left the room
Rin knew what she had to do. She got up and went to the vanity. She straightened her clothes and wiped away her tears, which had caused her eyes to change to a vibrant crystal forest green, like her dress. She only hoped he could forgive her.
She was uncertain of men, she had reason to be. Those in her life had only caused her pain.
She slowly walked down the long corridor. Looking around at the beautiful art and structure of the building. ' Earth has got nothing on this place.' She thought
She continued down the hall until she found a servant cleaning. " Excuse me. Can you tell me where Lord Eomer`s room is?" Rin asked politely.
The servant looked up surprised, then smiled, " Continue down the hall and turn to your right. It is the third door on your left." She said and continued with her duties.
"Thank You." Rin said as she left.
She followed the directions the servant had told her until she came to his door.
" This isn't going to be easy." She said as she knocked on the large wooden door. No response. She decided to peek inside to see if maybe he was not there at all.
Rin slowly and quietly opened the heavy door then looked inside. What she saw made her breath get caught in her throat.
Eomer lay on his bed, sleeping. The moonlight shone on him, it made him remind her of an angel. Which was what he was to her.
Rin sighed, " Well I guess it will have to wait until tomorrow." She said as she began to leave. She heard him move around and so she turned her head to see if she had accidentally woken him up. Still sleeping. She smiled and walked over to the bed. She brushed aside some hair that had fallen onto his face.
"You're the most amazing man I've ever met. And what do I do? I run away from you." she said sadly as she placed a kiss upon his lips.
" I'm so sorry Eomer. I hope you'll forgive me." Rin whispered as she left the room, not noticing the soft smile upon Eomer lips.
Chapter 12 Rin wandered through the palace corridors. She wasn't really tired; after all she had just slept for 3 days.
She walked along the stretch of corridor leading from Eomer`s room. She hoped she had handled it well. Though he was sleeping, she hoped she would have enough courage to do the same when he was awake.
Rin didn't know how to handle what had transpired between them. One minute they were friends laughing discussing stupid things and the next they were kissing in the Palace gardens.
It was definitely nice, but she was frightened. She knew he would never hurt her just like she knew Legolas, Aragorn and Gimli would not either.
They had become her new family. She loved them all. But Eomer had always been different; from the moment they met she had felt something toward him. A constant comfort that would normally be fear when it came to most men, but she now knew Eomer was not like most men.
Rin casually walked into the dining hall, though she was shocked to see an older man clad in white standing on the balcony.
" Kind sir, might I ask to why you are up at such an indecent hour?" she asked quietly.
He turned and smiled at her, " I could also ask you the same thing, but it would be wasted for I know the answer."
Rin started at him shocked, " But." she started but was cut off when Avath ran into the room jumping into her arms.
"I see your friend has finally found you, when you left he proceeded to follow Eomer around since he had lost you. Eomer did not seem to impressed by that." Rin laughed at this.
" I'm sure he wasn't, Avath will only follow myself and Eomer. It is a matter of trust I suppose."
The man looked at her strangely, " Child do you not know of this species of panther?" he questioned.
She shook her head. " This is a rare kind, he is a Tylpeaelen Panther. They have great power that is only unleashed when their master are in danger or threatened. Avath chose you not because of trust but because of your soul my dear. They choose their masters by their true selves. Only through your soul can one see this. Yourself and Eomer must have similar souls indeed if even Avath can mistake them."
He approached her, " The only thing that has to do with trust is your relationship with Eomer. Rin you must learn to trust or you will never be truly happy."
Rin was not sure of what to say, she just cuddled Avath closer to her. " I think will go back to my room now." Was all she could say, and then proceeded to leave.
"Remember my words Rinbelethwen." He called to her. Rin stopped dead in her tracks, nearly dropping Avath.
"What did you call me?" she asked in disbelief. Only one person had ever called her that. And that was the voice she had heard as a child, the voice that had gotten her through the pain.
Rin eyed him curiously, " Who are you?"
He smiled and took her hand, " It does not surprise me that you do not remember my voice for you were young when I last spoke to you."
"No I know your voice, I have never forgotten it. You kept me safe after the pain." She said cautiously. He smiled and nodded, " I am Gandalf the White. And I have protected you from the day of your birth Rinbelethwen Araniel."
Rin started at Gandalf in shock. Only her family knew her full name. How could this be?
"Your are confused and frightened. There is no need for you to be. I will not harm you." He said, his voice soft and calming. She then recognized it.
"Gandalf. I remember. After I would get beaten I would go into a trance and your voice filled my mind. Calming me, talking to me, telling me it will be all right and that one-day you would come for me. And bring me back where I belong." She said as tears filled her eyes.
"It was you who brought me here wasn't it Gandalf. You were my star." She said holding back tears.
He nodded. " Child you were never meant for that life, in that world. You belong here and as each day passes I see I have made the right choice in bringing you here. You have fit in easily. Aragorn, Legolas, Eomer and Gimli care deeply for you. Just as I knew they would."
Rin smiled and stifled a yawn.
"I think it is time for you to rest now. Go now and sleep peacefully we shall continue our discussion further on another day." Gandalf said as he patted Avath on the head.
Rin smiled and nodded then turned to leave. She stopped and walked quickly back to him enveloping the wizard in a hug. " Thank you Gandalf." She said with utmost sincerity.
"You are very welcome child." He said as he returned the hug.
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She walked down the same corridor she had before cuddling Avath. She suddenly felt the urge to sing and so she complied with the urge and sang a song she had not even heard before but strangely knew the words to..
Lay down
your sweet and weary head
the night is falling
you have come to journey's end.
Sleep now
and dream of the ones who came before
they are calling
from across the distant shore.
Why do you weep?
What are these tears upon your face?
Soon you will see
All of your fears will pass away
Safe in my arms
you're only sleeping
What can you see
on the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea
a pale moon rises
the ships have come to carry you home.
And all will turn
to silver glass
a light on the water
all souls pass.
Hope fades
into the world of night
through shadows falling
Out of memory and time.
Rin found this song comforting and continued to hum it while she walked. She again came to Eomer`s door. She sighed and opened it.
Rin entered the room to find Eomer sitting up smiling at her. He held his hand out. She set down Avath and moved toward him. " Did my singing awake you?" she asked hoping the answer was no.
" You sang beautifully Ithildin. But no that was not what awoke me. I have been awake for some time." He admitted.
Her eyes went wide, " Then you." she began but he put a finger to her lips.
" I heard ever word you said. I was never angry with you. But now is not the time to discuss this. We shall put it in the past." He said and pulled her towards him, lifting the covers.
Rin climbed in beside him and rested her head on his chest. She felt Avath jump in the bed and lay at her feet. She smiled and yawned as she moved in closer to Eomer. "Goodnight, 'Mer" Rin whispered quietly.
" Rest well Ithildin." Replied Eomer and kissed her forehead.
"I always do when I'm with you." She said as a heavenly sleep over came her.
She belonged here, right here. She had no doubt in her mind now.
***A/N: Song is : Into the West- The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King- Howard Shore incase you all wanted to know.lol
Chapter 13
Rin awoke to an empty bed. She guessed that Eomer had just gotten up earlier to take care of something. Avath lay sleeping at her feet, soft purrs coming from his body. She sat up and took him in her arms; laying back down she began petting him and scratching him behind his ears. The purrs grew louder, " Your just so cute and awesome!" She cooed. Rin was so happy Eomer gave in and let her keep Avath.
She looked down at the black cub, " I really don't think he had a choice." She said then laughed thinking about the look Nefaratoiel had given him when he said no.
"Remind me to thank her." She said to Avath as she set him back down on the bed. Rin got up and went to the vanity. She tried to de-wrinkle her dress but only succeeded in straightening a few folds. " Well I better go back to my room and changed, I can't go around Rivendell like this." She said making her way to the door. She stopped suddenly as it began to open.
Eomer walked in carrying a tray full of fruits and some drinks. "Good Morning, I trust your hungry?" he asked setting the tray down on the nightstand. Her stomach gave him his answer by grumbling loudly, she blushed.
Rin noticed had bathed and changed clothes. 'Wow!' she thought 'He cleans up really well.' She surveyed him. 'Tall, very good build, long golden hair, beautiful brown eyes and he's a Horeslord... *swoon! *
They began to eat when suddenly Avath let out a meow/growl noise, scaring the shit out of Rin. She turned around to find him chasing a butterfly that had made its way into the room.
" Avath! Leave that butterfly alone." Rin said as the butterfly landed on her arm. It sat there a few moments before it took off again and landed on Eomer`s hand. He raised an eyebrow at it then softly petted it. Rin laughed, " Someone's made a new friend!"
Eomer glared at her as the butterfly flew away. He walked over to her and brushed stray hairs from her face. He then traced her jaw line with his finger. Rin shivered. "Lets go eat." He said laughing.
They ate breakfast whole Rin told Eomer of her encounter with the white wizard, Gandalf. " I was told he was traveling to Rivendell but I hadn't known he was here already, nor have I seen him. Did you speak with him?" he asked. She nodded remembering the conversation. " I wont tell you what about, not until I speak with him again." She answered. Eomer nodded, " Well my lady I must leave you. I have to speak with Aragorn, you are going to see Gandalf then?" he asked taking her hand. She nodded " Then I shall see you later Ithildin." He said kissing Rin on the cheek and leaving. She gathered Avath in her arms and headed to her room wearing a grin.
Rin entered the room placing the panther cub on the still made bed. " Well Avath what am I going to wear. I have no clothes." She said to the kitten in wonder. Avath stared at her fir a moment before turning his attention to trying to capture his tail. Rin rolled her eyes. "Some help you are fur ball." Rin mumbled. Suddenly a knock came to the door. Arwen walked in with a maid following, " Good morning Rin! I brought you some clothes and also a gown for tonight's welcoming celebration." She said showing me the gown.
It was breath taking, it was a deep red in color with gold trim, the gown just barely skimmed the floor, the sleeves were snug fitting and ended with a triangular piece of material wrapping around her middle finger. It had a wide neck just barely showing cleavage and it had a cris-cross lace up in the back. "This is beautiful Arwen. Thank- You!" Rin exclaimed hugging the she-elf. The maid, whom I recognize from the night before layed the other dresses out on the bed. She let out a shriek as Avath pounced on her. "Avath don't scare her! You apologize mister man!" I scolded him. His ears went back in shame as he rubbed against the maids' legs, she smiled. "Good boy Avath." I said. The maid eyed me. " I know you. Did you find Lord Eomer`s room easily?" she asked. I blushed as Arwen raised an eyebrow and laughed. "We.um.Ah.we had to discuss something." Arwen grinned, " sure you did." Suddenly Avath jumped into my arms sensing my nervousness. "So this is the infamous little Tylpeaelen panther I've heard about." She said while scratching him behind the ears. He purred loudly in response. " Oh! He's so darling!" she cooed. "Well we better get you dresses and get your hair done. The White Wizard, Gandalf seeked an audience with the Lady Rinbelethwen." I cringed at my full name. The maid whispered something to Arwen. She nodded, " Of course Ellie, you may go." As soon as Ellie left, Arwen turned to me, arms folded in front of her chest. " Come on, spill it! What's going on with you and a certain Rohan King?" she asked grinning. Rin blushed, " We are merely friends, Arwen." She rolled her eyes. "Right and I'm and Orc!" I put my hands on my hips. " Oh be quiet miss nosey." She laughed. Arwen smiled. "Do not lie to me, I saw you two after dinner in the garden." My jaw hit the ground. "Anyways." I said trying to change the subject. She rolled her eyes, " Fine keep your secrets."
I finally decided on a pale blue and silver dress. "I love these dresses!" Rin said. Arwen smiled. " Good because they are yours." I thanked her profusely as she braided my hair around my head like a crown. We then headed for the study where Gandalf awaited me.
Arwen and Rin casually walked down the corridors. " Arwen do you know where I can find Nefaratoiel." Rin asked. Arwen thought for a moment then pointed to the garden. " I believe I saw her last in the garden with Silmaneero." She stated. Rin nodded and picked up Avath, " Be right back!" she called to Arwen as she ran in the direction of the garden.
Sure enough there sat Nefaratoiel watching Silmaneero chase a rabbit. Rin approached her nervously, Nefaratoiel looked up. " H-hi.um.could you um..watch Avath for a couple of hours while I speak to Gandalf? I would normally just leave him with Eomer but he's also busy. And you're the only one he trusts." Nefaratoiel nodded, a slight smile appearing on her face. " Of course I will watch him." She said. Rin set him down with Silmaneero and the two went off. " Thank-you so much." Rin said happily.
She returned to Arwen and she led her to the study. "Thanks" Rin said, she nodded and walked away.
Rin knocked on the door waiting a few moments. The door eventually opened. Gandalf appeared smiling. : Come in dear girl!." He said closing the behind her.
" I trust you slept well?" he asked with a twinkle in his eyes. I blushed and nodded.
"How did you know?" Gandalf chuckled. " I am a wizard I know everything. But this time wizardry was not needed for I see it in your eyes." He paused. "And.I saw him bring up yours and his own breakfast back to his room." I glared at him. " You're an arse hole." He laughed again as he sat down in a large on the balcony. He turned serious. " Well we should discuss what we spoke about last night."
Rin agreed and sat down. 'Finally I'll get an explanation for all this.' She thought. "I really don't understand Gandalf how could you have even known of my existence?" she questioned him.
Gandalf sat in his chair puffing on his pipe for a few moments before he answered, "To be honest, I am not entirely sure myself. You came to me in a dream. Your birth played in my mind. That was the first and last vision of you I received for many years. I found it strange indeed but since none the more came I pushed it aside. That is until it happened again, except you were no longer an infant but a little girl. The dream showed you being beaten by a shadowed figure. I was outraged of course, that someone could do such a thing to a small child. So I strayed behind after the figure left the room. And then by some strange power I was able to communicate with you, telepathically of course. I knew you could not see me but you would be able to hear me. So I put you in a trance like state and spoke to you, calming you down, I was able to comfort you enough so you could rest. I arranged it so that whenever you needed me I could hear you, and so I created a star. One that you would be drawn to speak to when you lost hope. That is how the star came to be. I felt you would have a part to play in Middle Earth but even now I still do not foresee what that part is." Gandalf explained, taking another puff of his pipe. Rin sat across from him still; she was staring at him intently trying to take all this new information in.
Gandalf smiled and continued, " I made it my job to watch over you and keep you safe until I thought it the right moment to bring you here. And when I received another dream that showed me the shadowed figure posing a threat to your life I immediately took action and transported you and your friend here."
Rin nodded. She had no doubt that 'He' was a threat to her life; after all it was she who sent him to jail 4 years before. Ever since he had been trying to come after her.
"I know of what you speak Gandalf, for that nightmare has also been in my mind. The shadowed figure was my stepfather and he went by the name of Jack, a foul character he was, and I fear he is still looking for me." Rin stated sadly.
"Rin, you must know that he may find his way here. When I transported you here the portal would have stayed open for a day. If he had reached you in that time he may have passed into Middle Earth as well."
This frightened Rin immensely, she was not safe then. " Gandalf how will we know?" she asked nervously.
"We would not, only if you see him with your own eyes child." Gandalf said solemnly. Rin nodded standing up. " Gandalf although I do not fully understand all of what has happened, I trust you entirely. I know you would never harm me. I'm very grateful that you brought me here. I could never thank you enough. I've never been happier." Rin said hugging him.
He chuckled, " I knew you would be. You seem to have captured everyone's hearts. Your company is loyal and they care for you greatly." She nodded. " I couldn't ask for better friends. Speaking of which I should go find Steph I've rarely spoken to her." Rin said nervously after thinking about what Gandalf had said about Jack. She turned away quickly as tears sprung to her eyes. She began to leave hoping he hadn't detected them but received her answer when he spoke again,
" Rin, he will not harm you here in Rivendell or as long as your friends are near. They would die protecting you." He said.
She spun around, " Can you really promise me that Gandalf? He's already captured my nights what will stop him from capturing my days?" Gandalf stood walking towards the frightened girl, " You MUST let him go! If you allow him to have such a hold on you then you cannot be truly happy. I will not stop protecting you my dear Rinbelethwen, and neither will Aragorn, Gimli, Legolas, Eomer or your other friends. Trust me child he will die before he is able to lay a hand on you." Gandalf pulled her into a hug and she cried into him. "Thank you Gandalf, for saving me." She said pulling away. Gandalf smiled and returned to his spot on the balcony. Rin wiped her eyes and ran happily to Steph`s room. 'I can't wait to talk to Steph', she thought.
Disclaimer: I do not own anything LOTR related. I only own Rin, her family and Steph, well actually Steph owns herself. But you get the point.
Chapter 1
*Told through Rin`s POV* "Omg! Steph that was positively amazing!' I said to my best friend Steph as we walked out of the theater. We had just seen the Return of the King. But before we go on with the story, let me tell you about me; Rin for short and Steph. Steph is tall with shoulder length blond hair, Steely blue eyes and average in weight as was I., which means we aren't toothpicks but we aren't the Pillsbury doughboys` cousins either. Me well I was opposite. I had long brown hair, with clear green eyes. I was a little shorter than Steph and boy shed never let me forget it.
We met in grade 9.Both of us were the target of peoples jokes, so naturally we became friends and well eventually we showed them what we were made of. Its now 3 years later and we are in grade 11. (Both failed grade 9 because of depression) We live in Ottawa, Canada and we both have very troubled lives. Our families are messed up royally. My own barely notices my existence because of Jess my 2-year-old niece who lives with us. And Steph, well its about the same except its her brother who gets the attention.
Anyway as I was saying we were walking out of the movie theater discussing the ROTK. "No kidding! Legolas is so hot! Ugh I wish I were an elf and in Middle Earth." She said sadly. I nodded " I just wish there were a Middle Earth period! It seems so beautiful, and so far from this big floating crap ass rock we live on. I thought Eomer was amazing, I mean he has no elven, power or any kind of magic yet he's so.oh I don't know, wonderful you know?' She looked at me and smiled. " You know Rin, you never seize to amaze me. You have such a powerful soul. Sometimes I think if you asked a rock to move it would get up and move 3 feet away with no hesitation." I started to laugh. "Well Steph you never seize to amaze me either. You can always make me laugh!" We laughed and talked for quite awhile in front of the movie theater. I looked at the time and sighed." You know we should get home. After all it's supposed to snow tonight." She pouted and got up. " I hate Canada sometimes." I nodded and we laughed. " Hey why don't you stay at my house tonight, my mom wont care she's to preoccupied with Jess anyways. That kid is so spoiled and she's only her granddaughter, and here I sit waiting for a mother and all I get silence." I began to cry. Steph hugged me until I calmed myself down. ": Don't worry, we still have each other, best friends like sisters?" she said sticking out her hand. " Best friends like sisters." I agreed and we shook. And made our way home.
We arrived on my porch and sat down." I wonder if wishing on stars comes true?" I looked at Steph and shrugged. " I wonder the same thing but then again I try not get caught up in false hope..oh well let's go in." Steph got up and opened the door." Aren't you coming?" " Yah in a sec, go on in I just have to check something." She nodded and went in. I walked down the steps and stood in the snow-covered driveway. 'I wonder if you can make a wish on a star and it would come true' I wondered. " Rin get in here right now and go to bed!" my mother yelled from her window. " Coming!" I began to turn away and then stopped.
I looked up at the partially clear night sky and chose a star, my favorite star, the star that shone brighter than the northern star but only when I was sad and the only thing that gave me hope of something better. "I wish Steph and I belonged and felt loved and needed. Most of all I wish for our dreams to actually become reality." I said to my only hope (the star) shedding a single tear and I walked into the house.
"What were you doing that took so long? Asked Steph as I walked into my room and set up my bed on the floor, she always got the bed. " Just.hoping." I said, as I got comfortable. "Hoping for what, a cold?" she said. I didn't answer and finally sleep overcame me.
Chapter 2
When Rin awoke she was groggier than usual, she never had been a morning person. She moved around a bit trying to fall back asleep but when she rolled over on her back something hard and sharp stabbed her in the side and the sun nearly blinded her through closed eyes." Jesus Christ! That hurt." She sat up to check her side hoping she hadn't punctured the skin. She didn't even get to lifting the side of her shirt when she realized she wasn't in her room at all. In fact she wasn't even in her house.
" Oh, this cant be good." She said to herself. She stood up to scan her surroundings. 'Looks like I'm not in Ottawa either' she thought. The lacks of snow and well.buildings seem to back up her theory. Rin looked around remembering her best friend Steph. She wasn't anywhere near her or in sight. Rin began to panic. " Steph!!" She called running around frantically. If she was lost then her friend must be as well. They were in the same room. She ran around for about an hour searching for her. Eventually Rin became tired and decided to rest. She found a rock and sat on it and began to cry. " Where am I?! Was I kidnapped or something? And where is Steph" she sobbed even more. While doing so her side began to hurt again so she lifted the side of her long sleeve sweater and then her tank top to check the damage. It wasn't bad but it wasn't good either, turns out the rock did puncture through the skin. She was bleeding, but not a whole lot though it was enough that the blood had soaked through her tank top. ' Now what am I going to do?' she though. ' I'm lost, alone and hurt.' Rin was about to get up and start walking again (though she did know where she walking to) when she heard rumbling. She looked up at the sky checking for rain clouds; it was clear. 'Not thunder so what is it? 'I thought. I looked around and saw.. uh oh. Rin hid behind the rock she had been sitting on.
There were weird and ugly creatures heading toward her. They looked familiar, but she wasn't sure. 'Either way ', Rin thought 'I'm staying where I am'. The rumbling came closer until it stopped. ' Guess they went another way' She thought. Rin stood up dusting herself off and started forward when she nearly went face first into a blade. ' Or not' frightening things surrounded her. She wasn't sure what they were. They made strange noises and eyed her wickedly. She tried to turn and run but one of the creatures grabbed her.
"Let go of me you asshole!" she yelled. She had to get away. But there were so many of them, the instant she tried they would catch her instantly.
The vile and rank smelling things gave her wicked stares, some eyed her up and down. One said something to another in a foreign language, it was one she definitely did not know or recognise. She trembled. Now she definitely knew she wasn't in Ottawa anymore. So then where was she? There were no weird animals like this there. Maybe there were like human- monkey things that don't seem to bathe.
She must be sleeping, having a nightmare.
Before she knew it, she was tied up and pushed to follow.
'Walk and Breathe, don't panic.' She thought to herself and kept walking.
They kept on walking, resting only twice. The sun rose, and they still walked, though the things seemed to hate it as much as she did. They walked until what seem to Rin, was about noon until they rested again. Rin was so exhausted, emotionally and physically; the more they walked to more she felt like she was going to collapse and die. Yet she went on, surrounded by the human-monkey things.
They took up camp at night and Rin tried to get some sleep so she wouldn't be exhausted the next day. She lay there looking up at the moon when suddenly one of the creepy human- monkey thingies fell to her right. Then all hell broke loose.
Large horses galloped into the camp with men on them, firing arrows and throwing spears. The creatures tried to fight their assailents but they had not the skill to over power them. They were slaughtered, one by one, as Rin flung herself to the ground, quietly sobbing and holding back yells. 'My god! Ive been dragged into a viking war!' She had to get out of here before these men mistook her for one of these creatures.
As Rin was crawling away she noticed silence. "Did we suffer any losses?" Said a man's voice.
"Only one my Lord" replied another.
Rin stopped. Curiosity ate away at her, 'Could these people help me? Could they tell me where I am?' She froze not moving an inch.
"Give him a proper burial, then pile the despicable creatures and burn their carcasses," the first voice said.
" Yes my Lord", said a different voice.
Rin continued to crawl away not knowing a man had been counting the mangled bodies around her, bumped right into him, the man let out a yell of surprise. Soon she found herself surrounded with drawn arrows.
"Who are you?" She heard the man that had spoken before ask her. He held one of the bows targeted on her. She stood up and put her hands on her hips.
"Don't you point those things at me! Do I look like I can kill you? Bunch of knobs."
She heard a chuckle from the back. They stayed were they where for a few moments. Then silently the man, who had spoken, nodded. She could not see his face. But the moonlight did glance upon his helmet, which from what she could see looked to be made of silver. He lowered his bow, as did the others. They stood there and stared at each other. Rin was cold, sore and trembling. Not to mention kinda pissed from having a spear nearly put up her ass. She didn't know what to do. She was not sure if she could trust these men. Or if she asked for help they would aid her.
She was shaken out of thought when the man asked her again for her identity. " My- my name is Rin", she answered, unsure of what was to happen to her. "Rin", he repeated. " Why where you with the Orcs?" 'Orcs?' Weren't those characters from those books shed read when she was 15? She was unsure of how to answer him so she told him the truth. " I was captured, last night while I slept. Stupid things tied me up and made me walk non stop."
" Why were you outside? And most importantly unprotected?", he asked.
" I-, she stuttered not sure what to tell these men. " I- I am not exactly sure you would believe the truth"
" One minute I was home with my best friend, sleeping and the next I awoke and I was here. Wherever here is.?" She continued.
" Where is your home my lady?" "Canada.Ottawa, Canada" She couldn't see it but she was sure he had blinked. "I have never heard of this place.Canada?" "Huh. Well then. where is here?" she asked, afraid to know.
" You are in Rohan"
Rohan.Rohahhan. Wait a second, "OMG!" All the men backed away startled. " My lady are you alright?" the man asked. She wasn't paying attention. 'Omg I'm in Middle Earth! This cant be good. This has to be a dream!' she thought. This was too much. She began to say something but dizziness over came her before she had the chance. She felt two arms wrap around her waist before she hit the ground, that was the last thing she remembered before going into complete darkness.
Chapter 3
Rin`s POV The man I had been speaking to carried me to the fire the Orcs had made under the leader's orders. When I awoke he gave me a blanket and pressed a few strips of dried meat in my hand. I stared at the flames as the men behind me piled up the Orc carcasses far away from the fire. I thought.
Rohan. I was in the Land of the Horse lords. Oh Boy, I knew perfectly well where the hell I was.
I just wasn't willing to deal with it.
I had seen all three Lord of the Rings movies, I had read all the books and had a lot of action figures and posters. I was in Rohan. This was a dream. It just- had to be.
But the more I thought about it the more I realized it was too real. The flames in front of me gave off real heat, which I welcomed. I looked down at the jerky in my hand and took a bite. It tasted like salty cardboard, just like jerky does. And it was tough. It was true. I was in Middle-earth. But how? And Why? I certainly didn't ask to be here, that was for sure.. Wait. Maybe I did. I wished upon a star..
~Flashback~ I looked up at the partially clear night sky and chose a star, my favorite star, the star that shone brighter than the northern star but only when I was sad and the only thing that gave me hope of something better. "I wish Steph and I belonged and felt loved and needed. Most of all I wish for our dreams to actually become reality." I said to my only hope (the star) shedding a single tear and I walked into the house. ~Flashback end~
'Our dreams to become reality'. I did wish for this! But if I wished for OUR dreams to become reality, where is Steph? Why hadn't she come too? Maybe.she did and she captured or lost or.. oh my god.
I tried to think about something else, fearing the worst. I'm in Middle Earth.. What was the date? Was this during the war? Has the ring even been found yet? The men started to return to the fire. They looked at me curiously, but did not bother me, probably to the orders of their leader. I scanned the faces and around the area for the man, but I did not see anyone that looked like they had his form. As soon as I thought that, he strode into the firelight.
"Eomer!" One of the men said. "What do we do from here?"
Eomer. Eowyn`s Brother. Future or, maybe already Lord of Rohan. I found myself once again screwed up by the date. He wore a helmet, just like the ones in the movies. He removed it, shaking out his hair. I nearly had chickens. He could be the spitting image of the actor, Karl Urban who played him. But I had to say he was even more handsome and sexy in reality. I blushed at my thoughts. Get a grip Rin. I laughed to myself.
His dark eyes scanned all his men before stopping on me, hiding deep in a blanket. The men spoke and laughed amongst themselves and he walked towards me. I tried to avoid his eyes but failed. He towered above; He kneeled down to my level, his eyes never leaving mine. It was like a bloody staring contest. I couldn't read the emotion behind his beautiful brown eyes. Then he shocked me by taking my hand in his own and raised it to his lips. His moustache tickled and I giggled just like a retarded hyena. I'm such a spaz, I thought
"Lady Rin." He said. "I am Eomer, King of Rohan." Well that answers my questions. After the war, Theoden is dead and he is already king. Okies then.
" Hiya." I responded. He raised an eyebrow as if to say enh? Then spoke again. "I would like to speak with you if that is alright?" I nodded. " It is your right my Lord. I just popped out of nowhere the least I could do is sit and talk with you." I laughed and he eyed me curiously then smiled a little. "I would like to know what happened, how you were captured by the Orcs and what you were doing out in the open without an escort or a weapon for protection."
"Well ill start from the beginning if I may my Lord?" "Of course" he nodded as to say go ahead. " Well you see the night before I appeared, I made a wish." he seemed surprised and seemingly amused but this. ". That's right, I wished on my only hope. A Star in the my country's` northern skies that shines brighter than the brightest star, but only when I shed tears." Eomer seemed troubled when I told him this. " Lady Rin." he stared but I cut him off." Please allow me to finish or I may forget." I laughed and he nodded. " Anyways so here I am staring at this star and I made a wish. I went to bed with my best friend sleeping in a bed nearby and when I awoke I saw no sign of her or my house or anything familiar to me. I began to wander around searching for her but I was captured by passing Orcs before I could find anything." He sat still for a while seemingly trying to absorb this new information. Then stood up" You will come to Edoras until we can solve this mystery. Is that suitable?" I agreed. He began to walk away when I called to him, he turned around. " Thank you, your kindness means the world. You may have saved my life and I will never forget it." He smiled " Lady Rin, you are very welcome." and having said that he walked away.
I layed a distance away from the fire staring up at the sky. It sure was clearer here. And not only that beautiful. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad not going home. My thoughts shifted to Steph, I hope that if she is here in Middle Earth as well she is as safe as I am or at least feels as safe as I do. Soon after I fell into a restless sleep haunted by my past.
~Flashback~
" Shut up!! Stop crying, your mommy can't help you now she's asleep! So you have me to deal with." I continued to cry. Powerful sobs rattling my 6-year- old body. " I said shut up! Or ill smack you so hard you wont be able to cry anymore!" I calmed down a little but not enough for him because the next thing I felt was a sharp sting across my face that sent me flying off the bed. I immediately shut up, though still in extordinary pain because of my allergies to dairy and because of being slapped. He turned to leave but stopped and turned around. " If I hear you again you'll get much worse than a smack!"
~End of Flashback~
I awoke with tears streaming down my cheeks and heavy sobs escaping my body. Suddenly I felt two arms around me and not even bothering to look I turned around and just held on, crying. When I finally stopped I looked to see who was hugging me, I was shocked to see it was Eomer. "Shhh.. rest now. We have along journey ahead of us." He said and got up to leave. "Please stay with me till I fall asleep?" He smiled and returned lying down beside me. I felt safe with him nearby. A friend there to keep me safe from the one person I was terrified of.my mothers second husband. I began to shiver at the thought and I guess Eomer took it, as I was cold so moved closer. I smiled and completely forgot my nightmare and fell into a dreamless sleep.
A/N- Not bad Eh? Lmao well please Review I wanna know what you think.
Chapter 4
When Rin awoke all she heard was silence. ' I guess everyone is still asleep' she thought. Sure enough when she looked around all the men were still snoring peacefully. Not that it surprised her, the sun had barely peaked over the horizon and it was still very cold. She shivered. She nearly screamed when an arm wrapped around her waist. She turned around to find Eomer, sleeping peacefully. She layed there confused.' How.oh yah." Her thoughts turned the night before. When Eomer had allowed her to cry on him while he held her quietly not even asking any questions. Her dreams were much of the time haunted by her past, and it meant a lot to her that even though she had only know Eomer a few hours, he was able to chase away her horrors.
Rin`s thoughts were quickly broken when she heard familiar screeches. 'Oh god not more.' She hurriedly awoke Eomer. " My Lord! Orcs!!" she shrieked. He was up so fast along with the other men I nearly went flying into the fire pit, they stood armed with bows and swords drawn ready for battle. She could just barely make out the grotesques creatures in the dawn light as they ran toward them. " Lady Rin keep out of sight." He shouted to me. I hid behind a large boulder, hmm seems Id come very familiar with these boulders. I heard more screeches, swords piercing flesh. It nearly made me spew chunks at the thought. I could hear metal against metal and a lot of thumping as bodies hit the ground roughly. I tried to block the sounds out by focusing on something else. Which was rather difficult.
I suddenly remembered the deep cut I had received the day I popped up here. I was still in my green long sleeve shirt and black PJ pants. I lifted my shirt wincing in pain as the blood that had sticken to my shirt was also still stuck to my body as well. I gathered up all courage tore it from my body. It was definitely a nice one. Red and still slightly bleeding. I Put my shirt back down and remembered the fight. I got to my knees and peered over the boulder. Some of Eomer`s men were on the ground, dead. There weren't many Orcs left.
I could see Eomer fighting against a huge and massive Orc not far away from where I was hiding. He took a good swing and took of its head, then leaned over to catch his breath. That's when I saw it. There was a lone Orc heading straight for him and he didn't even realize it." Eomer, look out!!" Without even realizing what I was doing I grabbed a dagger lying on the ground and ran with all I had. I came up behind the Orc, as he was about to get Eomer and shot the dagger nailing him right in the back of the head. Good thing I was a good darts. Eomer stood there stunned. I smiled and suddenly went to the ground holding my side. I guess the cut WAS worse than it looked. Eomer ran to my side." Lady Rin, what's wrong?" I clenched my jaw and pointed to my side. I lifted my shirt slightly and noticed the cut, his eyes widening. " When did this happen?"
" Shortly after I arrived here." I answered nearly in tears because of the pain. " He lifted me up gently and brought me back to where I slept. The other men returned after piling the corpses and burying their dead. They stood watch while Eomer went over to a man whom I later learned was called Delenor. He explained my injuries to Delenor and came over to tend to my wound. He cleansed it then began to stitch it up. Tears ran down my cheek as he continued to sew the skin back together. He had only gotten halfway through when I let out a sob." My lady you must remain calm and still or the thread will release. And the I will have to restart." Eomer came over and took my hand as Delenor continued. I squeezed Eomer`s hand trying to hold back from screaming. The pain was almost unbearable. Eomer rubbed my hand and just stayed there comforting me. When Delenor was done he told to rest so I could give the stitched a chance to heal a little. I agreed to frighten to move in fear of causing myself more pain. I eventually found rest as sleep overcame me, while Eomer stayed close by incase I was in need.
Chapter 5
Rin awoke to the sound of numerous horses galloping away. She opened her eyes and sat up carefully as not to reopen her cut. When her vision cleared of sleepiness they went wide. Everyone was gone! They had left her, had she been such a burden to them that they had decided to just leave her for the Orcs? This was totally unexpected. She was about get up when a voice called from behind her. " Don't you even think about it. Delenor made it clear to me that you are not to walk around for a couple of days or the stitches will tear." I whipped my head around to see Eomer standing by his horse.
Relief flooded through my veins, they hadn't left me. " Where is everyone?" He laughed. For the first freaking time the man laughed! And boy did he have a laugh..*Swooning* A damn sexy laugh too. " Do not worry yourself my lady. They have gone ahead of us. They will continue to Scout and protect the land and we Lady Rin, will make way to Edoras. But before we must go to Rivendell." My eyes went to size of golf balls I`m sure. " Rivendell? Why?" He walked over to me and kneeled to my level. " Because your wound needs the help of the eleves to heal. It is a long journey to Rivendell, Delenor instructed me on how to dress it and keep it from getting infected. Now lay down I must change your bandages."
I did as I was told, who am I to argue with Eomer, Lord of Rohan. Especially when he tells me to lay down. Omg! I mentally slapped myself and laughed outloud. He looked up and I blushed. He lifted the side of my shirt and I began to laugh again. " May I ask what you find to be so funny, Lady Rin?" he asked. " Your tickling me my Lord!! And stop calling me lady rin. Just call me Rin." He chuckled and nodded. " My apologies. And I will only call you Rin if you would address me as Eomer instead of My Lord." I giggled and thought as Eomer changed the bandage. Then I noticed. " Um, Eomer?"I asked. " Yes , Rin." I blushed." Um well I was wondering.1. Can I call you `Mer? And, 2. Could you *cough * remove your hand from * cough* my breast?" Eomer eyes went wide and he blushed a deep crimson. And quickly removed his hand. " My apologies Rin! I did not even notice! And to answer you question. Yes I suppose you could call me that."
After `Mer(hehehe) finished dressing my wound he told me to take a nap so I would be well rested for our depart in the morning. "But `Mer! Im in the middle of a big field the sun id shining right on me how would I be able to rest?" He rolled his eyes. He picked me up and carried me to a shady spot under a tree and then carried over my and his belongings. "There. Now sleep." He said and sat on a rock beside where I lay. I got settled and tried to sleep but to no avail . I was to afraid of my dreams.so I gave up after about what seemed like 20 minutes. Then sun was beginning to set and I began to get cold." `Mer?"
He turned his head to look at me. " What is it ,little one?" " I cannot sleep. Im cold." He smiled and walked over, and layed down beside me. I was still cold so I cuddled closer to him. He put one of his strong arms protectively around me. " Rin?" he whispered. " Mmm Hmm." I answered. He took in a deep breath then spoke, " I wish to thank you for saving me. Had it not been for you I might be dead." I thought for a moment, " `Mer I only did what you have done for me. You saved me from the Orcs, and you comforted me in a time of dire need. I only wish I could do more. You've become a good friend to me." I felt his arm tighten around me. I felt so safe and relaxed that I started to sing..
When you cried I'd wipe away all of your tears
When you'd scream I'd fight away all of your fears
I held your hand through all of these years
But you still have
All of me
You used to captivate me
By your resonating mind
Now I'm bound by the life you left behind
Your face it haunts
My once pleasant dreams
Your voice it chased away
All the sanity in me
These wounds won't seem to heal
This pain is just too real
There's just too much that time cannot erase
" That was very good" I heard him say quietly. I smiled. " Thank you. It was one of my favorite songs where I come from. My best friend and I used to sing it often especially when we were sad." I sighed. " Do you wish to go home?" he asked suddenly. I did not answer for a few minutes though I knew the answer. " No. There is nothing for me there except my friend, unless she was carried here as well. I did not live a happy life `Mer."
He shifted my body so I face him. " Then you will surely live a happy life here. Theres is nothing for you to fear here." I turned back around. " Perhaps.at least I hope I will. My greatest fear is what haunts my dreams and it cannot reach me here. So hopefully you are right." A few moments later I could hear his steady breathing and I knew he was asleep. " As long as you are here to keep him away. Then I will certainly have a chance." I whispered. And then before sleep overcame me all I could faintly hear were these words. " Then I will never leave your side."
Chapter 6
Flashback*~Dream~ Slam! The door was slammed shut. " Stop crying you little brat! I can't hear my show!" he yelled. I slid to the farthest corner of my bed and curled into a ball hoping he wouldn't see me because of the top bunk shading me. I was wrong. I had unintentionally cried harder at the though of another beating. I was in so much pain already. It felt like 30 knives were slowly being pushed into my stomach. " I told you to shut up, or ill smack you so hard, you'll fly into another world!" 'That's a bad thing?' I thought. I was 8 years old and I had a 30 something man threatening to beat me because I was crying for my mother. And he made it sound like going to another world seemed bad. Ha! " I want my mommy!" I sobbed loudly into my stuffed animal Popples, my best and only friend. That was a mistake though. * Slap! * I felt the familiar sharp sting across the back of my head. Except this time I began to get dizzy and everything went black. *End Flashback/ Dream*
I woke up and I immediately sat up looking for 'Him'. I was relieved to find he wasn't around. I was sitting on a horse leaning against Eomer.wait. " `Mer what the hell is going on?" I was really confused. Last thing I remembered was sleeping on the ground with him beside me. And now I'm on a horse, clearly far away from where we had been. " Well, I awoke at dawn and realized we should leave for Rivendell early if we are to get there in a couple of days as planned. I tried to wake you but you would not yield.
So I changed your bandages and packed everything up. Then I put you up on the horse climbed up behind you and you leaned into me still sleeping peacefully so I rode on." "You were shaking as you slept, and weeping. I began to worry. I was about to stop but then you awoke." I stared blankly ahead. " Yes, I must have been dreaming I suppose." I was still shaking.
I knew damn well what I was dreaming about. But I had not the heart to tell him. He leaned in closer to me and hugged me. " You are safe, my Ithildin." I gave him a weird look. " Have you been hanging with the Elves `Mer?" He laughed. " No, it was something I learned from a friend. It means Moon Star." I did an Ohh. shape with my mouth then blushed. " That's sweet `Mer." I said then turned around and gave him a kiss on the cheek. He blushed a deep crimson and I began to laugh. He cleared his throat; " We will reach Rivendell by the next whole moon." I looked at him blankly then thought out loud, "lets see if Middle Earth's moon is the same as Earth's moon and that's a big IF.then that is .." I did some counting on my fingers, ".5 Days?" I asked looking up at him. He nodded. " Yay!" I giggled. I was proud that id remembered. I was a bit of an Astro*nut*.
I looked around, scanning the land. It truly was beautiful here. No cars to produce blinding smog. No annoying skyscrapers blocking the sunrise and sunsets. Most of all no overcrowding of people. I was already I love with the place. At night I could see the stars so clear it felt as though I could touch them. What struck me as odd though was my star was not there. I just thought that it must be because of, I don't know being in a different world. Rohan was my favorite. It had everything I could dream of. And I've only seen part of it. What I did see were mountains, endless rivers and streams, fields that went on forever and sapphire blue skies. It was heaven. ' I really could care less if I don't go back to fucking Ottawa.' I thought. Damn place has done nothing good for me.
I was shaken from my thoughts when Eomer began to slow down. " What's wrong 'Mer? Why are we slowing down?" Then I saw why. 2 horses with riders were heading toward us. Eomer reached for his sword waiting, his face showing worry and anger. Then suddenly he removed his hand from his sword and put it back around my waist and his worried/ angry expression turned into an overjoyed one.
" Aragorn! Gimli! Legolas!" he shouted they came to us and climbed from their horses as did Eomer. I stayed on the horse. Not by choice of course, more out of his demand. 'Hmph! Not fair' I thought to myself. " My friends! What brings you to Rohan?" Gimli walked over and spoke up cheerfully " We have come for a visit. Then we are going to Rivendell. Lord Elrond has asked for our presence." Eomer nodded. " Well I'm afraid it will be a short visit indeed. For I am also bound for Rivendell." Just then I sneezed and nearly fell off the horse. All eyes went to me. " Um, sorry. Horse hair up my nose." 'Mer chuckled and shook his head. He came over had lowered me from the horse to the ground in front of Aragorn, Gimli and Legolas. " This here, is my reason for going to Rivendell. My friends meet Rin. She has appeared in our world for unknown reasons, and saved my life. She is also wounded and that is why we are going to Rivendell. We seek elven healing." Aragorn approached me and took my hand placing a gentle kiss upon it. I of course blushed. " It is indeed a pleasure to meet you my lady." Then Gimli, who did the same, next was Legolas. He came up to me and placed a kiss upon my hand and said, " Would you mind if I took a look at your wound my lady?" I nodded, " Only if you promise not to hurt me and that you will call me Rin." He nodded. " I would never hurt you." He then raised my shirt slightly to inspect the cut.
Aragorn and Gimli winced when they saw, as though it were they inflicted with such pain. " It looks worse than it is really." I said and winced slightly as Legolas continued to inspect it. " You are brave little one. Do not worry, Lord Elrond will help you if Legolas cannot." Aragorn said softly. Legolas reached into a pouch he was carrying around his waist. He pulled out a tiny bottle and opened it. He then poured some of the contents on to the gash. It stung slightly for a moment then it went numb. " This will numb the pain until you reach Lord Elrond. I'm sorry I cannot do more." He said sadly. " I smiled at him, " Legolas, you got rid of the unbearable pain and that's all that counts to me right now. Thank you." I gave him a kiss on the cheek and hugged him. He blushed slightly. I could feel Eomer (who had his hands resting on my shoulders) tense up when I gave Legolas a hug and kiss. I shrugged it off.
"Well since we are going the same way, why don't we journey to Rivendell together?" Gimli proposed. Eomer and I agreed. " Ok then! To Rivendell!" I said. We climbed onto our horses and set off.
I spent much time talking with Aragorn. He was curious about my land. And after I told him how many people occupied it he nearly fell off his horse and had kittens. " But how can so many people exist!" said Gimli cutting in. " Well you see Gimli when a man and woman.." I began. "Ah!! Ok I get it, I get it!" I laughed quite hard. " You see Gimli where I come from. People see. um.* cough* sex as something very casual. I personally don't share in their views but that's me. So therefore they do the jiggity and well...you know. Not all people from my world are like that though." All of them seemed genuinely disgusted by this. " For such a sacred act to be performed so.often, unmarried and with many different people is. disgusting", Legolas added in. " I agree, but others do not see it that way." I said sadly. He gave a disgusted snort. " How horrible." I nodded.
The sun was setting and I began to grow tired. So I leaned into 'Mer. " I think we should rest for the night." He said to the others. They all nodded in agreement. So we set up camp by a shallow stream, Eomer slept nearby incase I needed something. Aragorn stood watch , and Gimli and Legolas slept by the fire. I lay awake staring at the night sky hoping we would arrive in Rivendell soon. I had questions that needed answering.
Chapter 7
We traveled 3 days, only stopping to eat and for rest. It went smoothly the only time there were problems, was when Gimli kept falling off the horse and Legolas had to turn around.
I became very close with all of these guys. They were my only friends here and the only people I trusted. Aragorn acted like a father toward me. He was always there with advice. And Legolas was always there to make me think, laugh and angry. For an elf he could be very annoying.
And then Gimli, my campfire buddy. We told stories and laughed at the stupidest things. I also told them of my world. They seemed shocked that so much violence and corrupt existed in one place.
" What you have to understand about my world is that my people don't stop to think about anything. They just do whatever they want. I was not raised in Ottawa my whole life so I am not like them. I was raised in a little town, therefore I grew up knowing to use my morals and brain." Legolas gave yet another disgusted look. " I am glad that does not exist here. And I am also glad you came to Middle Earth, away from such evil." I laughed, " Elf boy, you learn to live with it. Like most things in life." my thoughts drifting to my past. I sighed. " Anyway, when will we arrive in Rivendell?" Aragorn answered. " We will stop for the night near the forest and we will set out at dawn. We should arrive by the time the sun sets." He said as we reached out soon to be camp.
Eomer helped me off the horse. He had been quite today and it kinda worried me. " `Mer? Are you ok? You've been really quiet." I said. He looked at me and smiled. " Of course my Ithildin, I suppose I am just tried." My heart broke. I was the reason he was tired. I woke up from my flashbacks and he'd stay up with me until I fell asleep. " Oh Eomer, I am sorry. It is my fault. I will sleep with Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli tonight so you can rest without being disturbed." I said. I didn't give him time to protest, I gave him a hug and went to prepare for bed. While the others prepared for bed Aragorn came over and sat beside me. " Perhaps Lord Elrond will have some answers to the questions that haunt your mind. Do not worry my little one. You will find what you seek. You have your friends behind and we will gladly do anything for you." I looked at him and smiled as tears filled my eyes. " Thank you Aragorn. You all mean the world to me." I hugged him. " We should get to bed, we must arise early tomorrow." he said and placed a kiss upon my forehead and retreated to his spot by the fire.
I sat by the fire while the others slept. I couldn't sleep no matter how hard I tried. Too many things occupied my mind. I looked around me, at my friends. These men I had grown to care for so much in just less than a week. My eyes stopped on Eomer. ' I don't want to get close to him.what if he leaves when he finds out. Or what if 'He' finds me and goes after 'Mer. I could not stand to loose him or any of my other friends.'
'How is it I wished for years and nothing ever came true and now suddenly I make a wish and BAM! I land here?' I got up and walked away from the fire, far enough away for privacy. I did not notice someone had heard me and watched while I left.
I stood there in an opening, staring at the clear night sky. All I could feel was anger towards it. " Why!? Why couldn't you have brought me here when 'He' was in my life! Why couldn't you save me then? And save me from the pain that haunts me now!? My shouting subsided to a desperate and pleading whisper as I slid down to my knees. " Why couldn't you save me from the beatings and the fear?" I sat in the grass and cried. I felt arms wrap around me. I jumped back and looked behind me frightened. My emerald green eyes locked with two silver blue ones. " Legolas." I whispered and hugged him tightly. He lifted me up and carried me back to camp. " Its not fair Legolas" was all I could say. He held me tighter and whispered something in Elvish to me. "Seere nya raakina elen ancalima. Lya varna." It sounded almost song-like. I suddenly felt tired; he carried me to Eomer and placed me in his arms. "I found her over there" he said and pointed toward the direction I had been. " She has much pain in her heart and fear in her mind." Legolas said sadly. The last thing I remembered was Eomer hugging me to him. And then my world went back.
**A/N - Seere nya raakina elen ancalima. Lya varna.* means: Rest my star light-giver. You are safe.
Chapter 8
When Rin awoke she felt refreshed and warm. But she was moving, bouncing to be exact. (A/n sounds dirty I know lol) She opened her eyes and shielded them from the bright sunlight. She was on a horse. 'Figures, why else would I feel like a margarita?' I thought to myself. I looked around and saw Legolas and Gimli riding beside me.
Legolas turned his head, noticing I was awake. " She finally arises!" he said and laughed. Then I heard Aragorn ahead. "That's good because we must travel the remainder by foot." I groaned inwardly. " Why?"
Eomer spoke up, " Ithildin, it is much easier and swifter to continue by foot. There are many lakes and rivers, it would be difficult to ride through them and it would cause us much delay." I sighed and grudgingly agreed. We set the horses free and then continued through the thick, damp forest. We came to a river and stopped for a drink. I decided to walk along the shore of the river. I was actually having fun just having something cool on my feet and. "Ah!!!" I screamed as I slipped on a rock and felt flat on my face in the river. I could hear roaring laughter from where everyone was sitting. I stared at them evilly an idea popping up in my mind..revenge.
" Legolas, 'Mer? Could you come and assist me?" I said sweetly. They immediately ran up to me and took both my hands, I looked at them and grinned. They didn't even have time to respond as I tripped them both and they fell into the river. It was now my turn to laugh. And I did just that, as I walked away. " Like I said, KNOBS! ALL OF YOU ARE KNOBS!"
Aragorn and Gimli looked at me strangely. " What might I ask is a knob?" asked Aragorn.
I pointed toward the river. "They are." I said and stormed off. " Bunch of men. God someone hates me up there, I mean hey, their hot but .sheesh! Not very smart are they?" I could hear Aragorn and Gimli laughing as the other two emerged from the river soaping wet.
Rin smiled humorously at the two. They glared at her but she merely stuck her tongue out at them and grinned rather evilly. Aragorn stood, "We should continue on our way, else we shall never make it to Rivendell by sunset."
Rin could have sworn that she heard Legolas mutter, "And your dear Arwen" But she could have been mistaken.
Elmo popped out of nowhere and said "Elmo knows where you live" Laser beams fire out of his eyes and he incinerates a tree. Legolas slowly turns his head to look at the strange creature. Rin has a look of shock upon her face but then she quickly rushes over to the little creature and hugs him tightly.
"I never knew you were real Elmo, you're my fav. Let's do the hokey pokey!"
"Ok!" Elmo agrees and he starts to vibrate and sing, "Put your right foot in, put your foot out, put your right foot in and you shake it all about. Do the hokey pokey as you turn yourself around, that's what it's all about!" Rin and Elmo were dancing to the song. Gimli getting very fed up with Elmo's GAY song suddenly charged him. He swung his axe high and in the next second Elmo had no head. He fell over because of this and then his head asked if you would help him up. Rin burst out laughing at this until she realized that Elmo was dead.
Rin's lower lip trembled as she looked at Elmo, dead at her feet. She started to cry loudly. Suddenly she jumped up a big smile on her face. "Shall we be going?"
Her companions look at her as if she were mad. But all thoughts of the strange creature were pushed far from mind when Rin saw something just to the left of them. She frowned slightly. Suddenly a look of surprise, happiness, and shock crossed her face.
"STEPH!!!" she screamed. The people who had just entered the clearing stood there surprised. One raised her eyebrow at Rin's exclamation. Another elven girl with blond hair and blue eyes mouth hung open with shock.
"RIN!!!" she cried out. They raced toward each other and quickly embraced. They looked at each other in awe. Relieved to have finally found each other.
"You're an elf!" Rin exclaimed in shock. One of the elves in the back raised her eyebrow again at this exclamation.
Steph looked Rin over carefully, "You're hair is longer, and you're thinner, and you look like you've been riding for days as if in Rohan." She observed.
Rin smiled a small and barely noticeable blush crept up her cheeks. She turned and looked at Eomer. "Steph that is Lord Eomer, King of Rohan. My other companions are, Legolas, Aragorn and Gimli." A smile played on Rin's lips because she knew that Steph would know who each of them was without the need to announce their titles.
Steph bowed to them acknowledging them by their proper titles, which shocked them a little. "These are my companions," She pointed to the elves behind her and introduced them, "The Auburn haired is Mariel, and the raven haired is Nefaratoiel. The wolf's name is Willow, the tiger's Silmaneero , and we."
Steph was cut off as a little panther leapt into Rin's arms purring. Rin looked at it in shock before she immediately began to cuddle it. The elf named Nefaratoiel stepped forward and spoke, "The panther has chosen you to care for him, name him and he is yours."
Rin looked at the panther cub it had vibrant emerald green eyes like herself, his fur was darker than black and his claws seemed to absorb the light around them. She smiled softly, "You're name will be Avath the elven word for shadow."
The elves present looked at her in shock, "Lle quena i'lambe tel' Eldalie? " Legolas asked her.
"Not really, but I can understand quite a bit." She smiled slightly, her attention got distracted though.
Her mouth hung open with shock as a nude Eomer walked out of the bushes. They all turned and looked at the new Eomer. The real Eomer blushed redder than an apple "Umm. well this is embarrassing."
Rin smiled evilly and Eomer saw that mischievous twinkle in her eyes and gulped. "Umm.. Naked 'Mer how about you do a few turns slowly and show us ALL the goods." The real Eomer looked like he was about to die. The naked Eomer began to turn slowly showing off ALL and I mean ALL he's got to offer.
Gimli was rolling on the ground. There were tears coming out of his eyes he was laughing so hard. Legolas shook his head and turned away, he was not impressed. Aragorn turned away as well, "We do not need to see our friends like this." He stated quietly.
Steph was smiling evilly. 'WOW! Eomer is HOT!' she thought to herself. Mariel simply looked him over before stating, "I've seen better," which nearly had poor Eomer in tears due to embarrassment.
Rin was on the ground laughing at the real Eomer's expression of horror. She couldn't help herself it was just too funny. "ok naked 'Mer you can stop now"
The naked Eomer stopped and then he gave Rin a suggestive look which made her blush from head to toe, she was redder then the Real Eomer.
Nefaratoiel rolled her eyes at everyone's embarrassment over a naked man amongst them. In one swift and fluid motion she drew a long knife hidden in one of her sleeves, removing the naked Eomer's head. To everyone's surprise the body vanished before it hit the ground.
"Hey! I could of have some fun with that!" Rin exclaimed. She closes her eyes and wishes for another naked Eomer but nothing happens. Rin kicked the ground. Everyone looked at like she had grown two new heads.
"You know you could always ask the real Eomer for a show." Nefaratoiel offered suggestively. Her voice was void of any humor.
The real Eomer who had finally stopped blushing, turned to Nefaratoiel and glared at her. Rin decided to break the tension by saying, "Maybe I'll do just that! But not now. We should get going or we'll never make it to Rivendell."
Nefaratoiel picked up Silmaneero as Mariel picked up Willow. Avath rubbed against Rin's legs. Rin suddenly felt lightheaded. She hadn't realized the harm she was doing to herself as she joked around. She felt no pain but that did not mean she was not hurt. She felt herself falling as two arms wrapped about her and a comforting blackness welcomed her..
***************************************************************** A/N :Well that was different. I really shouldn't write chapters while having a sleep over because crazy things can happen. ELMO!!!! O.O naked Eomer...may need a bathroom break after this. Well I'll be going serious again after this if you want another humorous chapter you have to ask for it and don't forget to review! I need lots of them too, to do another funny chapter. Or if you don't you can just wait till im at *points beside her* house again. yall are not privileged enough for names. Ok im outtie..O.O naked 'Mer. Aiee.. Pleasant dreams all.
I would also like to say this chapter was co-written. That's why its so great lol. We are indeed dumbasses to include Elmo and a naked Eomer in the same chapter.though I quiet enjoyed it.* turns to the person next to her * what do you think? Hokey Pokey!!! We should have made it Eomer who does the hokey pokey! *frowns * geez that ass would have been entertaining. Instead we received a vibrating Elmo :o|
Chapter 9 - Revelations
Rin slowly stirred. She felt something soft and smooth around her.. Like silk. She slowly opened her eyes and saw she was in a magnificent bed. The sheets were made of silk. She touched her side where she had been wounded and found that she was no longer wounded at all. This surprised her. She looked about and saw that she was alone in the room, where ever the room was. All of a sudden she heard a door creaking to her right and turned to see an elf with dark brown hair walk regally into the room.
"I am Lord Elrond. The wound in your side was deeper than you thought, you were very lucky to have made it here when you did." He informed Rin softly.
Rin blinked once at the news and just kinda stared at Elrond. He raised an eyebrow at both her stare and silence, "Umm. thanks, I think." Rin said confused. "When did I get here? HOW did I get here?"
Elrond smiled slightly, "Lord Eomer carried you here along side your other companions. You arrived 3 days ago."
"THREE DAYS AGO!!!" Rin screamed as she quickly stood up, shocking Lord Elrond. "You're telling me ive been asleep for 3 days?" she said to him.
He nodded, suddenly the door creaked opened again and Steph ran in. "OMG! You're awake! I was so freaked out when you passed out! Are you ok?" she cried as she pulled me into a hug.
I stared at her for a moment, then I remembered what had happened that day. And began to giggle. " Im fine, thanks to Lord Elrond." I said as smiled at him.
" I will leave you with your friend. I have business to attend to. When you are hungry the guard will escort you down to the dining hall." He said and left.
Steph eyed me. Her looked was unreadable. " What happened to you this last week?" she said quietly.
I looked at her with a confused expression. " What?" I said.
She laughed, " No like, what happened while you were here?"
"Oh! Well when I woke up the next morning I rolled over on a sharp rock and that's how I got the gash." I said. She laughed.
"Shut up it's not funny. Then when I freaked out when I couldn't find you, I started to look for you but some stupid Orcs captured me."
Steph`s eyes went wide and started to tear. I looked at her worried. " Steph? What's wrong?" I asked.
She said nothing and just hugged me." What else happened?" she asked shakily.
"Well, after we walked for 2 days, only resting twice. They stopped for the night and then Eomer and his men came and slaughtered them all. We spoke and he said he would bring me to Rohan since I had no way to get home, nor did I want to go back."
She smiled, " You know he was so worried when you passed out, I thought he might have heartattack. Aragorn said we had to hurry or you might die and started to pick you up. But Eomer stopped him and took you. He carried you all the way here. And he never let anyone else take you."
Rin was shocked by this, " Really? Now I really feel bad. He never gets rest because of me. If it's not my nightmares waking him up it's something else. I have to apologize." I said and began to walk away.
"Rin, if he didn't want to do what he does then he wouldn't. He cares for you, it's evident to everyone." Steph called to her, "Besides, do you really want to go walking around in that?" She questioned.
Rin stopped and looked down at her clothes. She blushed seeing that she was wearing a very light nightdress. There was a soft knock at the door and an elven maiden that Rin had not seen before came in along with Mariel. Mariel smiled seeing that Rin was awake, "You gave your friends quite a scare there when you passed out," she spoke softly.
The other elf came forward, she had long dark brown hair and blue eyes, "My name is Arwen and I thought you could use some decent clothes." She offered the dress she carried to Rin. "Put it on and I will help you with the back.
Rin smiled her thanks and moved behind a dressing wall. (A/N: I DON'T KNOW WHAT THEY'RE CALLED!) Rin quickly changed and moved out from behind the dressing wall so that Arwen could do up her back.
The dress was long; it just brushed the ground. It was a dark green with gold trim. The sleeves were long and elegant and all in all it was a very beautiful dress. Rin smiled, "Thank-you for the dress, it's beautiful."
Arwen smiled at Rin; "You are most welcome Rin now come you must be hungry."
Rin smiled sheepishly as her stomach made a loud grumbling noise. Everyone laughed at her stomachs proclamation and proceeded to show her to the dining area. Rin sat as Mariel went to fetch them some lunch. As they were waiting Legolas, Gimli, Aragorn and Eomer walked in. They smiled seeing that Rin was finally up. Legolas gave her a pat on the shoulder before heading to help Mariel bring enough food for them all. Eomer and the others seated themselves with the ladies.
They talked about nothing in particular for a while and then Mariel and Legolas returned with lunch. They all dug in, laughing at the jokes that were passed around the table. Rin turned to Eomer and whispered softly, "Thank-you" she didn't explain what she was thanking him for. She didn't have to. He nodded slightly as if to say that no thanks were necessary.
Avath suddenly jumped up onto the table upsetting some of the drinks. "AVATH!!!" Rin scolded. But then she picked him up and cuddled him close. He purred as he nuzzled his head into the crook of her neck.
Eomer looked at the panther cub and then Rin, "There is no way I'm letting you keep that thing in Rohan." He declared.
Rin scowled at him, "Kitty is coming!" She said protectively.
"That is no mere Kitty. Tis a panther Rin! If you want a kitten fine, but a panther cub. No." Eomer was determined. "Rohan is a land for horses I cannot let a panther on the plains, it will harm the horses."
"Now you're just being stupid, human." A soft voice said from the entrance.
Eomer turned to see Nefaratoiel at the entrance to the dining hall. In her arms was a tiger cub, and about her feet a wolf pup. "If the panther is raised upon the plains of Rohan, it will not hunt horses. Your horses will also overcome a fear of panthers. That could be a good thing for your Riders." Nefaratoiel defended. Her gray eyes blazed with anger that the cub might be rejected.
Rin stuck her tongue out at Eomer, "See? Avath won't cause any problems once he's full grown."
Eomer raised an eyebrow, "Full grown?" he questioned.
"He might not know better as a cub." Rin replied matter of factly.
Eomer sighed in defeat, "Fine, but if he harms one of my horses, he's out."
"Fine." Rin replied.
Avath suddenly jumped into Eomer's lap and began to purr. "AAWWWW!!!" came from the women sitting around the table. Nefaratoiel just raised an eyebrow.
Eomer looked a little shocked at the cub in his lap, he smiled slightly and rolled his eyes, "Suck up." He said rather fondly. He couldn't help it. He liked the panther cub.
Rin got up and headed outside, Avath jumping off Eomer and following her. "Where is she going?" asked Steph.
"Just for a walk!" ,Rin called back. Eomer stood up and followed. Steph began to stand up too but Gimli stopped her. " Let them be lass, they have much to *cough* talk *cough* about."
*Outside *
Rin noticed Eomer had followed , so she truned to greet him. " You know I'm not going to disappear any time soon." She said a little annoyed that she could have more than a minute alone.
" I did not mean to anger you with my presence Rin." He said a little disappointed.
She sighed, " 'Mer you don't anger me, you could never anger me after all you've done for me. Im sorry if I sounded harsh."
He approached her, "If my presence does not anger you, may I ask as to what it does?"
Rin looked up at him a thoughtful frown upon her face, "It's comforting having you around." She answered him truthfully.
Eomer smiled at her answer and took a step closer to her, closing off any space between them. Rin blushed and looked down but Eomer raised his hand and gently but firmly raised her face to look at him once more. He leaned down to her as Rin raised her head slightly to meet him.
SPLASH! Both broke apart instantly spinning around to see what had happened. Avath had jumped into one of the fountains. He looked rather surprised with the fact that the water was actually wet. Rin laughed at his expression and lifted him from the fountain. She set him upon the ground and gave him a nudge with her foot to tell him to run along and play. He went obediently off in search of Silmaneero to play with.
Rin smiled and turned around, right into Eomer's arms. "I'm not letting you off that easily," he told her. A slight blush crept up Rin's cheeks as Eomer claimed her mouth with his own. The kiss turned Rin's legs to jelly and the only thing holding her up was Eomer's arms. She surrendered willingly to the kiss and when his tongue ran over her lips seeking entrance, she obliged him.
The two would have remained in their embrace had oxygen not been necessary. Rin pulled away slightly shocked. "I umm I." She stuttered before quickly rushing inside, leaving Eomer wondering.
Rin ran to her room as soon as she was out of site. She entered her room and slammed the door. She threw herself onto her bed. She rolled onto her back and lightly touched her lips. 'Eomer?' She wondered.
Chapter 11
Eomer walked back inside, Avath following close behind, seeing as he had missed Rin`s departure. He wore a confused look. Those in the dining area looked at him curiously. " Where is Rin?" asked Aragorn carefully. She had become like a daughter to him. He was constantly worried about her. He thought he had seen someone run past the entrance of the dining hall who look similar to her but he was not certain.
Eomer looked down, " I do not know." He mumbled and walked away. Legolas could tell something was wrong. He excused himself and went to search for Rin. He first went through the garden but did not find her. The he saw a faint light in the corner of his eye; it was coming from her room. He immediately headed there.
Rin lay on her back, shedding silent tears. " What just happened?" she said aloud. She again put her fingers to her lips. She could still feel his kiss lingering there. The emotions that she felt when their lips touched, how right it felt. the thought made her cry more. It had now escalated into soft whimpers.
A knock sounded at the door, the person did not wait for permission to enter. Rin looked up, her eyes tear filled. Legolas stood there with a confused expression on his face.
"Lirimaer? Why do you cry? What has happened?, he said and rushed to her side.
She just shook her head and cried, " I'm so freaking confused Legolas."
Legolas remained confused but did not say anything. Rin continued, " I should not have run off on him like that, not after what I felt when we kissed."
Legolas`s went wide, " You kissed him?"
She sat up and nodded, " Actually, HE kissed me. But it felt.so right. I'm so confused. I don't know what to do. He must be pissed."
Legolas raised an eyebrow and sighed, " I cannot help you Lirimaer, I can only say that when he returned he was visibly upset. Not angry but upset. He seemed extremely confused. You must talk with him Rin."
Rin sighed and nodded, " Your absolutely right Legolas. I think I will do that now. Do you know where he is?"
" I am not quite certain but he may be in his room." said Legolas and stood up. " Good luck Lirimaer." He said and left the room
Rin knew what she had to do. She got up and went to the vanity. She straightened her clothes and wiped away her tears, which had caused her eyes to change to a vibrant crystal forest green, like her dress. She only hoped he could forgive her.
She was uncertain of men, she had reason to be. Those in her life had only caused her pain.
She slowly walked down the long corridor. Looking around at the beautiful art and structure of the building. ' Earth has got nothing on this place.' She thought
She continued down the hall until she found a servant cleaning. " Excuse me. Can you tell me where Lord Eomer`s room is?" Rin asked politely.
The servant looked up surprised, then smiled, " Continue down the hall and turn to your right. It is the third door on your left." She said and continued with her duties.
"Thank You." Rin said as she left.
She followed the directions the servant had told her until she came to his door.
" This isn't going to be easy." She said as she knocked on the large wooden door. No response. She decided to peek inside to see if maybe he was not there at all.
Rin slowly and quietly opened the heavy door then looked inside. What she saw made her breath get caught in her throat.
Eomer lay on his bed, sleeping. The moonlight shone on him, it made him remind her of an angel. Which was what he was to her.
Rin sighed, " Well I guess it will have to wait until tomorrow." She said as she began to leave. She heard him move around and so she turned her head to see if she had accidentally woken him up. Still sleeping. She smiled and walked over to the bed. She brushed aside some hair that had fallen onto his face.
"You're the most amazing man I've ever met. And what do I do? I run away from you." she said sadly as she placed a kiss upon his lips.
" I'm so sorry Eomer. I hope you'll forgive me." Rin whispered as she left the room, not noticing the soft smile upon Eomer lips.
Chapter 12 Rin wandered through the palace corridors. She wasn't really tired; after all she had just slept for 3 days.
She walked along the stretch of corridor leading from Eomer`s room. She hoped she had handled it well. Though he was sleeping, she hoped she would have enough courage to do the same when he was awake.
Rin didn't know how to handle what had transpired between them. One minute they were friends laughing discussing stupid things and the next they were kissing in the Palace gardens.
It was definitely nice, but she was frightened. She knew he would never hurt her just like she knew Legolas, Aragorn and Gimli would not either.
They had become her new family. She loved them all. But Eomer had always been different; from the moment they met she had felt something toward him. A constant comfort that would normally be fear when it came to most men, but she now knew Eomer was not like most men.
Rin casually walked into the dining hall, though she was shocked to see an older man clad in white standing on the balcony.
" Kind sir, might I ask to why you are up at such an indecent hour?" she asked quietly.
He turned and smiled at her, " I could also ask you the same thing, but it would be wasted for I know the answer."
Rin started at him shocked, " But." she started but was cut off when Avath ran into the room jumping into her arms.
"I see your friend has finally found you, when you left he proceeded to follow Eomer around since he had lost you. Eomer did not seem to impressed by that." Rin laughed at this.
" I'm sure he wasn't, Avath will only follow myself and Eomer. It is a matter of trust I suppose."
The man looked at her strangely, " Child do you not know of this species of panther?" he questioned.
She shook her head. " This is a rare kind, he is a Tylpeaelen Panther. They have great power that is only unleashed when their master are in danger or threatened. Avath chose you not because of trust but because of your soul my dear. They choose their masters by their true selves. Only through your soul can one see this. Yourself and Eomer must have similar souls indeed if even Avath can mistake them."
He approached her, " The only thing that has to do with trust is your relationship with Eomer. Rin you must learn to trust or you will never be truly happy."
Rin was not sure of what to say, she just cuddled Avath closer to her. " I think will go back to my room now." Was all she could say, and then proceeded to leave.
"Remember my words Rinbelethwen." He called to her. Rin stopped dead in her tracks, nearly dropping Avath.
"What did you call me?" she asked in disbelief. Only one person had ever called her that. And that was the voice she had heard as a child, the voice that had gotten her through the pain.
Rin eyed him curiously, " Who are you?"
He smiled and took her hand, " It does not surprise me that you do not remember my voice for you were young when I last spoke to you."
"No I know your voice, I have never forgotten it. You kept me safe after the pain." She said cautiously. He smiled and nodded, " I am Gandalf the White. And I have protected you from the day of your birth Rinbelethwen Araniel."
Rin started at Gandalf in shock. Only her family knew her full name. How could this be?
"Your are confused and frightened. There is no need for you to be. I will not harm you." He said, his voice soft and calming. She then recognized it.
"Gandalf. I remember. After I would get beaten I would go into a trance and your voice filled my mind. Calming me, talking to me, telling me it will be all right and that one-day you would come for me. And bring me back where I belong." She said as tears filled her eyes.
"It was you who brought me here wasn't it Gandalf. You were my star." She said holding back tears.
He nodded. " Child you were never meant for that life, in that world. You belong here and as each day passes I see I have made the right choice in bringing you here. You have fit in easily. Aragorn, Legolas, Eomer and Gimli care deeply for you. Just as I knew they would."
Rin smiled and stifled a yawn.
"I think it is time for you to rest now. Go now and sleep peacefully we shall continue our discussion further on another day." Gandalf said as he patted Avath on the head.
Rin smiled and nodded then turned to leave. She stopped and walked quickly back to him enveloping the wizard in a hug. " Thank you Gandalf." She said with utmost sincerity.
"You are very welcome child." He said as he returned the hug.
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She walked down the same corridor she had before cuddling Avath. She suddenly felt the urge to sing and so she complied with the urge and sang a song she had not even heard before but strangely knew the words to..
Lay down
your sweet and weary head
the night is falling
you have come to journey's end.
Sleep now
and dream of the ones who came before
they are calling
from across the distant shore.
Why do you weep?
What are these tears upon your face?
Soon you will see
All of your fears will pass away
Safe in my arms
you're only sleeping
What can you see
on the horizon?
Why do the white gulls call?
Across the sea
a pale moon rises
the ships have come to carry you home.
And all will turn
to silver glass
a light on the water
all souls pass.
Hope fades
into the world of night
through shadows falling
Out of memory and time.
Rin found this song comforting and continued to hum it while she walked. She again came to Eomer`s door. She sighed and opened it.
Rin entered the room to find Eomer sitting up smiling at her. He held his hand out. She set down Avath and moved toward him. " Did my singing awake you?" she asked hoping the answer was no.
" You sang beautifully Ithildin. But no that was not what awoke me. I have been awake for some time." He admitted.
Her eyes went wide, " Then you." she began but he put a finger to her lips.
" I heard ever word you said. I was never angry with you. But now is not the time to discuss this. We shall put it in the past." He said and pulled her towards him, lifting the covers.
Rin climbed in beside him and rested her head on his chest. She felt Avath jump in the bed and lay at her feet. She smiled and yawned as she moved in closer to Eomer. "Goodnight, 'Mer" Rin whispered quietly.
" Rest well Ithildin." Replied Eomer and kissed her forehead.
"I always do when I'm with you." She said as a heavenly sleep over came her.
She belonged here, right here. She had no doubt in her mind now.
***A/N: Song is : Into the West- The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King- Howard Shore incase you all wanted to know.lol
Chapter 13
Rin awoke to an empty bed. She guessed that Eomer had just gotten up earlier to take care of something. Avath lay sleeping at her feet, soft purrs coming from his body. She sat up and took him in her arms; laying back down she began petting him and scratching him behind his ears. The purrs grew louder, " Your just so cute and awesome!" She cooed. Rin was so happy Eomer gave in and let her keep Avath.
She looked down at the black cub, " I really don't think he had a choice." She said then laughed thinking about the look Nefaratoiel had given him when he said no.
"Remind me to thank her." She said to Avath as she set him back down on the bed. Rin got up and went to the vanity. She tried to de-wrinkle her dress but only succeeded in straightening a few folds. " Well I better go back to my room and changed, I can't go around Rivendell like this." She said making her way to the door. She stopped suddenly as it began to open.
Eomer walked in carrying a tray full of fruits and some drinks. "Good Morning, I trust your hungry?" he asked setting the tray down on the nightstand. Her stomach gave him his answer by grumbling loudly, she blushed.
Rin noticed had bathed and changed clothes. 'Wow!' she thought 'He cleans up really well.' She surveyed him. 'Tall, very good build, long golden hair, beautiful brown eyes and he's a Horeslord... *swoon! *
They began to eat when suddenly Avath let out a meow/growl noise, scaring the shit out of Rin. She turned around to find him chasing a butterfly that had made its way into the room.
" Avath! Leave that butterfly alone." Rin said as the butterfly landed on her arm. It sat there a few moments before it took off again and landed on Eomer`s hand. He raised an eyebrow at it then softly petted it. Rin laughed, " Someone's made a new friend!"
Eomer glared at her as the butterfly flew away. He walked over to her and brushed stray hairs from her face. He then traced her jaw line with his finger. Rin shivered. "Lets go eat." He said laughing.
They ate breakfast whole Rin told Eomer of her encounter with the white wizard, Gandalf. " I was told he was traveling to Rivendell but I hadn't known he was here already, nor have I seen him. Did you speak with him?" he asked. She nodded remembering the conversation. " I wont tell you what about, not until I speak with him again." She answered. Eomer nodded, " Well my lady I must leave you. I have to speak with Aragorn, you are going to see Gandalf then?" he asked taking her hand. She nodded " Then I shall see you later Ithildin." He said kissing Rin on the cheek and leaving. She gathered Avath in her arms and headed to her room wearing a grin.
Rin entered the room placing the panther cub on the still made bed. " Well Avath what am I going to wear. I have no clothes." She said to the kitten in wonder. Avath stared at her fir a moment before turning his attention to trying to capture his tail. Rin rolled her eyes. "Some help you are fur ball." Rin mumbled. Suddenly a knock came to the door. Arwen walked in with a maid following, " Good morning Rin! I brought you some clothes and also a gown for tonight's welcoming celebration." She said showing me the gown.
It was breath taking, it was a deep red in color with gold trim, the gown just barely skimmed the floor, the sleeves were snug fitting and ended with a triangular piece of material wrapping around her middle finger. It had a wide neck just barely showing cleavage and it had a cris-cross lace up in the back. "This is beautiful Arwen. Thank- You!" Rin exclaimed hugging the she-elf. The maid, whom I recognize from the night before layed the other dresses out on the bed. She let out a shriek as Avath pounced on her. "Avath don't scare her! You apologize mister man!" I scolded him. His ears went back in shame as he rubbed against the maids' legs, she smiled. "Good boy Avath." I said. The maid eyed me. " I know you. Did you find Lord Eomer`s room easily?" she asked. I blushed as Arwen raised an eyebrow and laughed. "We.um.Ah.we had to discuss something." Arwen grinned, " sure you did." Suddenly Avath jumped into my arms sensing my nervousness. "So this is the infamous little Tylpeaelen panther I've heard about." She said while scratching him behind the ears. He purred loudly in response. " Oh! He's so darling!" she cooed. "Well we better get you dresses and get your hair done. The White Wizard, Gandalf seeked an audience with the Lady Rinbelethwen." I cringed at my full name. The maid whispered something to Arwen. She nodded, " Of course Ellie, you may go." As soon as Ellie left, Arwen turned to me, arms folded in front of her chest. " Come on, spill it! What's going on with you and a certain Rohan King?" she asked grinning. Rin blushed, " We are merely friends, Arwen." She rolled her eyes. "Right and I'm and Orc!" I put my hands on my hips. " Oh be quiet miss nosey." She laughed. Arwen smiled. "Do not lie to me, I saw you two after dinner in the garden." My jaw hit the ground. "Anyways." I said trying to change the subject. She rolled her eyes, " Fine keep your secrets."
I finally decided on a pale blue and silver dress. "I love these dresses!" Rin said. Arwen smiled. " Good because they are yours." I thanked her profusely as she braided my hair around my head like a crown. We then headed for the study where Gandalf awaited me.
Arwen and Rin casually walked down the corridors. " Arwen do you know where I can find Nefaratoiel." Rin asked. Arwen thought for a moment then pointed to the garden. " I believe I saw her last in the garden with Silmaneero." She stated. Rin nodded and picked up Avath, " Be right back!" she called to Arwen as she ran in the direction of the garden.
Sure enough there sat Nefaratoiel watching Silmaneero chase a rabbit. Rin approached her nervously, Nefaratoiel looked up. " H-hi.um.could you um..watch Avath for a couple of hours while I speak to Gandalf? I would normally just leave him with Eomer but he's also busy. And you're the only one he trusts." Nefaratoiel nodded, a slight smile appearing on her face. " Of course I will watch him." She said. Rin set him down with Silmaneero and the two went off. " Thank-you so much." Rin said happily.
She returned to Arwen and she led her to the study. "Thanks" Rin said, she nodded and walked away.
Rin knocked on the door waiting a few moments. The door eventually opened. Gandalf appeared smiling. : Come in dear girl!." He said closing the behind her.
" I trust you slept well?" he asked with a twinkle in his eyes. I blushed and nodded.
"How did you know?" Gandalf chuckled. " I am a wizard I know everything. But this time wizardry was not needed for I see it in your eyes." He paused. "And.I saw him bring up yours and his own breakfast back to his room." I glared at him. " You're an arse hole." He laughed again as he sat down in a large on the balcony. He turned serious. " Well we should discuss what we spoke about last night."
Rin agreed and sat down. 'Finally I'll get an explanation for all this.' She thought. "I really don't understand Gandalf how could you have even known of my existence?" she questioned him.
Gandalf sat in his chair puffing on his pipe for a few moments before he answered, "To be honest, I am not entirely sure myself. You came to me in a dream. Your birth played in my mind. That was the first and last vision of you I received for many years. I found it strange indeed but since none the more came I pushed it aside. That is until it happened again, except you were no longer an infant but a little girl. The dream showed you being beaten by a shadowed figure. I was outraged of course, that someone could do such a thing to a small child. So I strayed behind after the figure left the room. And then by some strange power I was able to communicate with you, telepathically of course. I knew you could not see me but you would be able to hear me. So I put you in a trance like state and spoke to you, calming you down, I was able to comfort you enough so you could rest. I arranged it so that whenever you needed me I could hear you, and so I created a star. One that you would be drawn to speak to when you lost hope. That is how the star came to be. I felt you would have a part to play in Middle Earth but even now I still do not foresee what that part is." Gandalf explained, taking another puff of his pipe. Rin sat across from him still; she was staring at him intently trying to take all this new information in.
Gandalf smiled and continued, " I made it my job to watch over you and keep you safe until I thought it the right moment to bring you here. And when I received another dream that showed me the shadowed figure posing a threat to your life I immediately took action and transported you and your friend here."
Rin nodded. She had no doubt that 'He' was a threat to her life; after all it was she who sent him to jail 4 years before. Ever since he had been trying to come after her.
"I know of what you speak Gandalf, for that nightmare has also been in my mind. The shadowed figure was my stepfather and he went by the name of Jack, a foul character he was, and I fear he is still looking for me." Rin stated sadly.
"Rin, you must know that he may find his way here. When I transported you here the portal would have stayed open for a day. If he had reached you in that time he may have passed into Middle Earth as well."
This frightened Rin immensely, she was not safe then. " Gandalf how will we know?" she asked nervously.
"We would not, only if you see him with your own eyes child." Gandalf said solemnly. Rin nodded standing up. " Gandalf although I do not fully understand all of what has happened, I trust you entirely. I know you would never harm me. I'm very grateful that you brought me here. I could never thank you enough. I've never been happier." Rin said hugging him.
He chuckled, " I knew you would be. You seem to have captured everyone's hearts. Your company is loyal and they care for you greatly." She nodded. " I couldn't ask for better friends. Speaking of which I should go find Steph I've rarely spoken to her." Rin said nervously after thinking about what Gandalf had said about Jack. She turned away quickly as tears sprung to her eyes. She began to leave hoping he hadn't detected them but received her answer when he spoke again,
" Rin, he will not harm you here in Rivendell or as long as your friends are near. They would die protecting you." He said.
She spun around, " Can you really promise me that Gandalf? He's already captured my nights what will stop him from capturing my days?" Gandalf stood walking towards the frightened girl, " You MUST let him go! If you allow him to have such a hold on you then you cannot be truly happy. I will not stop protecting you my dear Rinbelethwen, and neither will Aragorn, Gimli, Legolas, Eomer or your other friends. Trust me child he will die before he is able to lay a hand on you." Gandalf pulled her into a hug and she cried into him. "Thank you Gandalf, for saving me." She said pulling away. Gandalf smiled and returned to his spot on the balcony. Rin wiped her eyes and ran happily to Steph`s room. 'I can't wait to talk to Steph', she thought.
