Disclaimer: I do not own the story Lord of the Rings or the Characters.

Author's Note: I know many people often do not upload for a week or two and they always write an apology to their " adoring public" and a short explanation on why they didn't update sooner. Well my friends, I am so sorry to say that I cannot apologize because no apology could forgive me not updating for almost a year! This year has flown past and part of the reason that I have not uploaded is because of a severe case of "writers couch", a very serious condition that an author contracts when they have a mild case of writers block and then decide that they are to lazy to finish the story or figure out the rest of it. I feel so awful that I have not uploaded is such a long time and if you decide to hate me and flame the rest of my stories I will forgive you. ( but, naturally I would recommend that you refrain from doing that as it might cause another case of " writers couch" As I so lovingly named it) Thank you and now,,,,,, ON TO THE STORY!!!

P.S Sorry that my switching POV's between characters annoys you.

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Frodo and Gandalf followed Lady Arwen down a long stone corridor after dismounting from their horse. They had left the horse in the care of her young son Arwagon, whom had reluctantly agreed to take it and place it in a stall; for he seemed very curious about the two strangers.

Gandalf walked quickly with long graceful strides and Arwen seemed as if she was gliding along the passageway. Frodo huffed and puffed, struggling to keep up with the two. Gandalf looked back at his hobbit friend and a light smile pulled at the corners of his mouth to see his friend struggling to keep up, but not mentioning a thing. Noticing the wizard's gaze Frodo quickened his pace even more, in an attempt to catch up with the two.

" Having trouble Frodo?" the tall wizard inquired, the smile now dancing upon his lips. Frodo looked up at the jovial face and couldn't help himself from grinning back at it.

" Now what would make you think something like that?" the hobbit replied as he caught up to Gandalf. The passage had gotten progressively lighter and, when the travelers had reached the end, had opened up into a well lit chamber with many windows. At the other end of the chamber stood a guard in front of a large wooden door and another man, dressed in bright colors and holding a shiny brass trumpet. Lady Arwen walked up to the man and addressed him by name.

" William, would you care to inform my husband that he has two very important visitors." The man took off his plumed hat and gave the Queen a low bow, " Certainly your majesty." The guard opened the door and the man swept inside. A few seconds later the trio could hear the trumpet blare and the man begin to speak a few words. Arwen turned to the two travelers," I must go now, I have many things to do, but I do hope to see you both later." She walked quickly, back down the corridor and left them for only a second before the door opened and William told them that the king would see them now.

Everyone in some time of their lives has a very joyful reunion with a person, very dear to them that they haven't seen for a long time. That was the case in the Throne chamber that bleak and cold day. Aragon, wrapped in his furs, had turned around to see two of his dear friend standing in front of him, and both Frodo and Gandalf had looked to see their close friend, and king a few paces ahead of them.

Aragon was the first to react, letting out a cry of joy that echoed around the chamber. Quickly, he threw down his fur blanket and hurried over to the two and embraced them both. He was very happy to see them, but as he stepped back and looked at them more closely, he could see that even though they both wore smiles, there was something wrong. He looked at Frodo's eyes to confirm his suspicion. Aragorn, since the day he met him, had always thought that Frodo's eyes were like mirrors. That one could look into the his blue eyes and see exactly what the small hobbit was thinking. That day Aragorn looked into the hobbit's eyes and saw a sadness and concern that was partially shrouded by a happy gleam. Aragorn was taken aback,,, what could be wrong?

" I take it this isn't just a trip to visit an old friend." Aragorn said finally said looking at the two, the smile wiped from his face. Frodo's eyes widened in surprise of Aragorn's comment, but Gandalf stayed serene.

" That is correct Aragorn." The wizard said," I assume that you've noticed that Mount Doom is smoking again."

" Yes, I want to ask you about that,,," Aragorn said trailing off as he looked over his shoulder to the open window. On the horizon stood a line of jagged peaks, the tallest emitting a curl of black smoke from its dark ,cavernous stomach. There followed a long silence, no one saying a word, not wishing to express their thoughts of questions. Frodo then walked over to the window , and looked out towards Mordor.

Aragorn shifted his weight from one foot to the other. Frodo then turned around and faced him.

" I failed Aragorn", Frodo said softly, " the ring of power wasn't destroyed." Aragorn gave Gandalf a stunned look but Frodo continued," Somehow it wasn't destroyed and now Sauron is regaining his power." Aragorn looked dumbstruck and combed his fingers through his hair while walking over to the throne. He was about to say something when Arwagon knocked on the door and came into the chamber.

" We'll talk about this later," Aragorn said as he turned to his son, " and I expect you're here because dinner's ready?"

"Yes father." Arwagon replied as he looked around at Frodo and Gandalf," Should I send for cook and tell him to add two more settings for the table?"

"Yes, and also tell the servants that they need to prepare two rooms as well," then Aragorn stopped, " you WILL be staying the night,, won't you? We have much to talk about. " Frodo looked over to Gandalf; he hadn't expected to stay the night.

" Of coarse we will, thank you for your hospitality." Gandalf replied," now, off to dinner then?" he asked rubbing his hands together.

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YAY I FINISHED ANOTHER CHAPTER!!!

I would like to take the time right now to apologize to people who have read my other story or the other chapters and noticed a stupid remark put down by me. Yah,, you must forgive me,,, I was young. But thank you all for reading and giving me your opinions! I am so happy with my several reviews! It's better that none. R&R

Bee- the author, a "writers couch" survivor