A/N: First I would like to say how sorry I am to the great elf Glorfindel for spelling his name wrong not once but more than twice and a thanxs to Tara for pointing this out. I would also like to thank both Tara6 and Snooboostoo for reviewing. My two most loyal reviewers thank you so much. Also One last note I have decided to make my chapters short but worry not there will be many, I will try to get at least one chapter in a week. Ok ok on with the story. P.S. For disclaimer see chapter 1.

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Chapter #5 Grey skies are blue when I see you.

When they both finally reached what would be their base camp for the night the other elves did nothing but stare at her and whisper in their language, which she of course found rather irritating but still said nothing. She knew how strange she must seem to these elves as well, so leniency was granted for now.

Turning her attention forward watching the flames dance in the fire she became lost in thought. Lost in her memories. It was like she was there all over again, the screams, the blood, the many bodies that littered the carnival grounds. Ones she had called friends, sisters being cut down in front of her as the surprise attach came, on what was for her people a most sacred day. A day when their enemy knew they would not only be weapon less but powerless. It was a day when their power was at it's lowest peak. Only at the sacred grotto where the gate stood did power still remain and only in spells and objects.

The screams kept growing louder and louder in her mind that it felt like they were ringing in her ears for justice. She cupped her hands over her ears and began rocking back and forth, she jumped when she felt hands over hers.

Glorfindel saw her close her eyes in pain when he was cooking dinner. At first he thought it nothing more than a painful memory, one he vowed he would help her with if he could. It wasn't until he saw her rocking back and forth that he walked over to her and placed his hands over hers speaking comforting words in sindarian as he brought her hands down to her lap. He could see her eyes filled with tears that she refused to shed.

"Do not be afraid to weep from the sadness in your heart, it shows that you have one... It takes a strong person indeed to show their emotions, do not fear to show yours."

For a moment she lost herself in those eyes, eyes that only echoed the truth of his words and she couldn't help but smile. She looked to the plate of food that he had set down in order to comfort her. At the sight of all that food her stomach gave a rather loud grumble making everyone present giggle, even the captain of Rivendell could not suppressed a grin.

With that he touch her shoulder as he stood and left her to eat. He could tell that it would take time to gain her trust and as it should be, after all trust is earned not given. If trust is just given away then it is not respected. It would be something they would all have to work on and it was a job he knew he would enjoy.

Later that night one of the elves climbed a tree to take watch and as they all settled down for sleep she up watching the flames. She was afraid to sleep knowing full well the only reason she slept peaceful when she first came here was because she was so drained her mind and body could do nothing more but now that she was rested and nourished she feared the she knew would come.

Glorfindel came over and placed a cup of tea into her hands. "It will help you sleep."

She looked at him with sad eyes handing the cup back to him. "I'm not sure I want to sleep." Pushing her hand back he shook his head. "You need this, I promise you will only know peacefully sleep with this tea. We have a weeks journey ahead of us and even we will need our sleep, but worry not this tea will not make you groggy or any less alert." With that he went to his own bed roll after finishing his tea he laid down. At first she thought he was just staring at the sky but it was when she noticed his breathing that she realized he was sleeping with his eyes open. Finishing her tea she fallowed suit, minus the open eyes.

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The trip was long even more so when riding on the back of the elf's horse and not to comfortable in a dress. Dresses were not made to ride well on any animal for such long distances. When they had departed earlier that day she was given two more gifts, a cloak that matched her dress and a jeweled dagger with intricate design, which she later found out was Quenya. When she asked what it meant he said 'when we teach you our language you will know' and just smiled. She was never known for patience but the elf wasn't budging on the issue. Although she was glad they trusted her with a weapon she was sorely missing her own. Many times she wanted to tell them to turn around so that she could retrieve them but in the end thought it wises to leave them until later since they were well hidden. The people would have a hard time understanding her weapons especially a sword that had the power not only cut through anything but change into any weapon she knew the name to.

With nothing more to do but visit memories she feared to she searched her mind for a song to sing. Anything to pass the time. Something uplifting. A love song maybe, those were always nice. But which one and then with a soft sigh she began with the first one that came to mind.

[Because you loved me/by: Celine Dion]

For all those times you stood by me

For all the truth that you made me see

For all the Joy you brought to my life

For all the wrong that you made right

For every dream you made come true

For all the love I found in you

I'll be forever thankful darling

You're the one who saw me through

Through it all

You were my strength when I was weak

You were my voice when I couldn't speak

You were my eyes when I couldn't see

You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach

You gave me faith 'coz you believed

I'm everything I am because you loved me

You gave me wings and made me fly

You touched my hand I could touch the sky

I lost my faith, you gave it back to me

You said no star was out of reach

You stood by me and I stood tall

I had you love I had it all

I'm grateful for each day you gave me

Maybe I don't know that much

But I know this much is true

I was blessed because I was loved by you

You were my strength when I was weak

You were my voice when I couldn't speak

You were my eyes when I couldn't see

You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach

You gave me faith 'coz you believed

I'm everything I am because you loved me

You were always there for me

The tender wind that carried me

A light in the dark shinning your love

My world is a better place because of you

You were my strength when I was weak

You were my voice when I couldn't speak

You were my eyes when I couldn't see

You saw the best there was in me

Lifted me up when I couldn't reach

You gave me faith 'coz you believed

I'm everything I am Because you loved me

The last part of the song she chocked out because this song was meant for a dear friend, her mentor Livia who was now lost to her.

The events of the past week finally caught up with her, everything she had been trying to block out. The realism of it all hit her with the force of a tidal wave and the once proud warrior of Allyon wept. Letting her body collapse into the elf she leaned her head on his back as she clenched her fist into his cloak her body began to shake and her tears soon feel quietly onto his cloak.

Glorfindel reached behind him grabbing one of her hands and brought it around to his chest holding it gentle over his heart.

"Shhh you are safe now" He whispered and kissed her finger tip then rested her hand back over his heart while lightly caressing it.

He began to softly sing a beautiful song she couldn't understand. The rhythm of his heart, the warmth of his body and the mesmerizing song began to fill her with a sense of peace and safety. As she began to calm down her eyes began to feel heavy and she was soon sound asleep.

Feeling her slowed breathing he stopped singing and smiled but the smile was soon replaced by a frown. What could have caused such a beautiful creature so much sorrow. When he found her she had no clothing, no weapons, and was starving. His first thought was orcs but quickly dismissed it. He sensed to much power in her for those stupid creature and then there was the fact that he had never seen anyone like her in all of Middle Earth. Perhaps she was sent by Valinor. So many questions, all of which had to wait not only because his lord would want to know but that her sorrow was on a the breaking point of madness. They would ride for as long as she slept even through the night if they must. The sooner they reached the safety of home the better.

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They had ridden for two days now and still she had not awakened it would take at least three more days at this pace to reach Rivendell. He let out a sigh, they had taken it slow for their guest but a sense of danger was growing, making he and his companions a little on edge. Not wanting to wake her but wanting to quicken their pace and get out of the forest, he set the party ridding at a quicker pace effectively waking up their guest.

She berried he head in his cloak not wanting to wake from her peaceful sleep. She felt him shake with laughter. Realizing how childish she was acting she sat up straight and took in her surroundings. It was dusk now and the faint moon began to shine, upon closer look she realized the moon had traveled the sky a lot further than it should have. Again she had slept for more than a night. Sighing looked now to the trees that seemed darker and quite. Then she felt it… Danger.. She leaned forward and whispered into the elf's ear making the hairs of the back of his neck rise.

"Give me your bow….Please." She felt him stiffen. "Please. You trusted me enough to give me that dagger. Please trust me enough to lend me your bow."

Her voice was so soft he wanted to hand it over but still he held back, not so much because he didn't trust her it was just he never let anyone touch his bow, with a sigh he realized how silly he was acting.

She knew if she put enough power into her voice she could make a dragon purr, but these elves had been nothing but kind to her so she just pleaded one more time and smiled when he slipped her the bow and a quiver of arrows.

"Are you sure you know how to handle a bow?"

She laughed out loud and gave his shoulder a squeeze. "You'll find I'm full of surprises."

I don't doubt that fair stranger. His thoughts were interrupted by the sound of ripping cloth. He turned slightly to see her ripping slits on both sides of her dress making it easier for her to move. "Such a sad waste. I truly am sorry."

With that she brought her feet under her making her self stand on a horse in a full gallop. The elf's looked at her then each other amazed she was able to balance herself so well on a horse at a dead run.

Attaching the quiver of arrows to her waist she drew two out, aimed them while closing her eyes she tried feeling for her target. Something smelly and evil hiding in the trees caught her attention, correcting her aim she fired and smiled as she heard grunts and then two thuds. Sitting back down the party headed over to the bodies..

One of the elves gasped. "Orcs."

"No, not just an orc but a scout."

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A/N: Sorry to end here folks but I'm tired, it's 12:46am and well time for me to go. The song I put in is dedicated to souls sister Carrie. My sweet precioussssssssss. Who by the way bad her has not reviewed. (Shakes finger at Carrie)