A/N: Well here we are again. Work was interesting to say the least and very time consuming. Anyway I wish there was a prize I could give to my two reviewers, because they have stuck with me and for that I love em. Thanks guys it means a lot. Also I am sorry for how long it takes me between chapters, this new job makes sure I have little to no time to my self, so please be patient. Well lets no keep you waiting.
Disclaimer: See chapter 1.
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Chapter# 8
Lightning Strikes
As the haze and bright light began to fade she noticed a smell first it was the of a forest after springs first rain. As the world around her was coming into focus she realized she was cuddling into something soft and at the same time very firm. Liking the sensation and not wanting to wake just yet she buried her face into it more until she felt a heart beat , a beat that wasn't hers.
Her eyes flew open and pushed herself away from the arms holding her. Looking up she stared into the most beautiful hazel eyes and her breath caught in her throat when she realized it was the same man err elf that saved her from her nightmare panic began to fill her, was she still dreaming?
In a weak whisper she looked down at her trembling hands. " Am I still dreaming?"
With a gentle voice and a slow hand he reached out to her hand and ran his thumb along her fingers as he held her hand.
"You need not fear, you are safe… You are in the home of Lord Elrond my lady…… You are in Rivendell ."
Calming down she looked around at a beautifully decorated room with large open windows and blue silk drapes around them, a room that now had broken pitchers, dishes and other glass wear all over. With a meek voice she looked back to him.
" Did I um… did … I do that?"
Gil-galad merely smiled and she jumped slightly when she heard musical laughter behind her. Looking now to the door way she saw many elves some dressed the same with blood smeared all over them and three that were dressed in the most breath taking clothes. Then her eyes fell on a familiar face and a smile greeted her back.
With a happy sigh her body seemed to relax a little more. "Glorfindel."
Normally she liked to befriend anyone who would let her but the recent events of her world had made her so distrusting. Strange that it is, that these creatures could so easily bring down her defenses. She was really beginning to like this elf, he had a way of bringing back the old her.
In quick graceful strides he walked to her , his smile met Gil-galads who was looking more than a little tired and was now standing a few feet from the bed. Looking to the table next to her Glorfindel took a clean piece of cloth and dipped it into the basin of water, rung it out and began to wipe her face as he gentle spoke. "You had us worried mellon."
She arched her eye brow as she gave him a more confused look. He laughed again, and between laughs he said. " You… you …look so much like lord Elrond …when you do that."
At that both eye brows went up and he laughed harder. With a half smirk she picked the wet wash cloth up that he had dropped during his laughing fit and smiled at the satisfying sound of a wet slap when she threw it at the unsuspecting elf. Her smile grew even wider as she heard the laughter around her and even though she could not see his face under the wet cloth she knew his face was red which made her laugh with them.
She watched as he slowly removed the wet cloth from his face, he gave her a smirk that made her laughter die in her throat, she knew she was in for it now. She was glad when she heard a voice from behind him and a more professional look replaced the other more mischievous one that was there a moment ago.
It was a beautiful females voice that spoke now. " I think gentlemen that the lady needs her sleep." When she looked passed Glorfindel she saw a beautiful she-elf walking towards her as the others began to clear the room, in seconds all were gone but one maid and the elf that had helped her in her dream. He paused at the door and just stared a moment and left on soundless feet.
With that she turned her attention back to the female and marveled at her beauty. The she elf had as long as her as she did but it ran in curly golden locks as hers was straight and white. What enchanted her the most was the lady's musical voice as she spoke again.
" Leriel here will help you to your room, where you can get clean and get some rest." She gestured to the elf maiden behind her who bowed to her the moment the ladies hand gestured towards her. As Tannari gave a bow back her, her stomach let out a fierce growl and her face turned red , she was glad Glorfindel wasn't there because she would have surly never heard that end of it. She covered her face in embracement and let out a defeated sigh. 'Not again…' She looked back up a gave a defeated look at the two elves who were trying so very hard not to laugh and who were failing miserably I might add.
Shaking her head the elf in front of her looked up and smiled, adding. " And it would seem some food as well. My name is Galadriel I am wife to Celeborn and lady of Lothlorien."
Walking closer to the bed to look at her wound Galadriel removed the bandage and lightly touched the wound and watched Tannari flinch. "It's ok I just want a quick look". After a moments pause she spoke again. "Amazing it seems almost healed, I never knew he had it in him."
Confused Tannari looked over her shoulder. "Who?"
Smiling Galadriel went to the closet on the other side of the room and retrieved a large beautiful light blue robe with silver intricately weaved into the fabric. Draping it over Tannari's shoulder she walked over to the fire place and with a piece of cloth retrieved the kettle and poured it into a cup on the table near by as Tannari put her arms through the robe and tied it off.
As Galadriel handed the cup over she smiled at Tannari. " That my dear 'Lady of the mist' would be Gil-galad king of Lindon." Noticing the very confused look on her face Galadriel's smile faltered.
"There are many questions on both ends and there will be time enough for that later but for now drink your tea and fallow Leriel, get some rest and we will talk later."
With a sad smile Tannari looked up into yet another pair of blue eyes, each beautiful, each different and knew she would be safe here, at least for a time being, because if Allyon could fall then no place could ever be considered truly safe. With the thought of her home, a great sadness griped her heart again and made it hard for her to breath.
Galadriel placed a hand on her shoulder and spoke to her mind. 'You will be safe here and can always count us as friends, what ever your pain is use it, grow from it because anything else that is taken from it will only harm you and others to an extent you couldn't possible imagine. Mourn the ones you lost but remember you do not Honor their memory if you let it fester in your heart. …Go now and sleep.'
Finishing her tea in one gulp she stood up on shaky legs smiled at Galadriel then fallowed the other elf. How much Galadriel reminded her of Livia which in her tongue meant 'to live' and that is what she would have wanted her to do right, to live. Where those not the last words she heard from her old friend, her souls sister?
Had she been paying attention as she walked to her room she would have noticed the breath taking paintings, the musical columns and even the beautifully designed marble floor, but most of all she would have noticed the pair of eyes watching her from the shadows.
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A few hours later she stared at an empty plate on the table in front of her. She looked to the bed and although she was very tired and the bed looked very inviting she did not want to sleep yet.
Gathering her night dress around her she grabbed another robe that had been provided, along with it seemed an entire wardrobe. Taking a deep breath she walked out on to the balcony and watched the tress dance in the wind. Feeling the texture of the marble railing she ran her fingers along it. The very air here seemed peaceful, closing her eyes she spoke to the earth who happily embraced it's new friend.
This place too spoke to her, answered her calls as it did when they had to make it passed the orcs several days ago. She had asked for help from the foreign earth hoping to connect with it's song and was very pleased to know she could connect with this world as well. She feared trying it at first because the earths song here was different but what was most strange was there was a familiar note and she knew then the very same power that created her world created this one as well And she, like her people were merely vessels for some of that power. The power here however seem more raw.
Looking up to the stars she was sad to know that she would never see familiar ones again, but she had to smile at how breath taking these ones were. Livia had always made fun of her for staring at the stars all the time, she would call her 'star gazer' or 'dream chaser'. A smile made its way on to her face at the thoughts of those more peaceful days.
"It is good to see you smile my lady."
She jumped at the sound of another voice and looked down to the garden below. There in the shadows was a form of a male. Squinting her eyes to see him better she smiled when she realized who it was. With slow and careful steps she made her way down to the garden and smiled up at the face that greeted her.
"I never got to thank you my lord."
He just smiled back at her making her feel just a little uncomfortable. Trying to break the silence she looked to the stars and smiled as she thought of something. Looking back to him she spoke softly. " Tell me about you stars… please."
He just stared for a moment as a soft electric shock made it's way down his spine at the sound of her soft voice. Gathering his wits about him he stepped out into the moon light and looked to the stars not knowing where he should begin. As he did this Tannari just stared at him, she had seen many males even if her home island manly consisted of females but never before had she seen one that looked to be made from the stars themselves. He held such strength and grace in each feature and movement she felt ugly in comparison. She watched as the wind played with his long brown hair and how the moon seem to embrace him in its light. She was brought out of her daze when his eyes looked into hers and with a step closer he looked back up to the stars and began their story. He stared with the story of their origin then pointed out a few constellations, she tried her hardest to concentrate but found it rather difficult. When he pointed to another he looked down at her and realized she looked like she was concentrating hard.
"Is something wrong my lady?
A little embarrassed she tried quickly to cover it up and gave a half smile when she thought of something. "Those stars, the constellations you just pointed out. I can't see which ones you are referring to."
With a smile that reached his eyes he pointed again. "There can you see them."
Pretending she didn't she gave him a sad look. At that he moved behind her placing her right arm right above his he pointed again. " Here sight along my arm."
She leaned in more feeling his warm body now pressed against hers. Trying her hardest to breath and control her heart beat she sighted along his arm. She almost lost control when he spoke again, his soft voice echoing through her body.
"Can you see it now?"
Lying she shook her head no and he leaned in even more holding her hand so that it pointed with his better. What was she doing? She just lost everyone she ever knew and she's here in the arms of an elf. Afraid she would lose herself at his warm breath right in her ear and the guilt that was gripping her stomach she spoke quickly. "Ah yes now I see." and she quickly pulled away and turned to face him at a comfortable distance.
"Thank you my lord Gil-galad."
He gave her an uneasy smile, not sure why she pulled away so quickly. He was also a little curious how she knew his name, he was sure he had not mentioned it..
"You know my name?"
Looking back to the stars she smiled at her new friends, then looked back to him. "Yes, Lady Galadriel told me. You are King of Lindon. Right?"
"That I am lady Tannari."
When he spoke her name a warm shiver went down her spine and her heart leapt at his next words, what was wrong with her. Sure maybe she has been trusting them a little to easily but this was ridiculous.
" And we would love for beauty such as your to grace it's borders. .." Sadly he added. " Which is where I must go two days from now. I am needed there as there are some troubles I must attend to…When it is safe, if ever you wish to visit let me know."
With that he stepped forward and grabbed her hand, holding it a moment more than he intended he gentle held it to his lips as his warm breath caress it. " Until tomorrow." With that he kissed her hand turned and left the garden.
She stared after him for what seemed like hours willing her heart to beat. When she finally got her heart to beat its own rhythm again she slowly made her way to her room and upon seeing her bed she collapsed into it happily as sleep soon took her, this time to wonderful dreams.
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A/N: Well Kiddies this is where I end for now. Hope you like it. Well Take care and lot ol' love. I don't know when I will be able to write next? Maybe next weekend.
