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---- This is the last chapter for this story "sob". Who would have thought somuch could come thirty seconds worth of film. Oh well. Enjoy...

Sam's POV

He's gone. Mr. Gandalf's dead. Boromir was holding tightly on to Mr. Frodo but I don't think he was even thinking about the Ring. But then I did the most cowardly thing I could have – I ran. I turned and ran from the cave.

As soon as I got outside my legs gave up. I couldn't breathe, grief building up inside me. Tears washed down my face, and I held my head in my hands.

I could hear the Dwarf shouting something about getting back to the Mines. There was no way that I was going back there. Behind me Merry and Pippin were crying but I couldn't feel any sympathy for Pippin, it was his fault in the first place.

My thoughts turned to Mr. Frodo. Gandalf had promised to help Frodo as long as he had the Ring. I, in turn had promised that I would protect Mr. Frodo. How was Gandalf supposed to help if he was dead?

"On your feet, Sam!" said Strider suddenly pulling me out of my thoughts. He took hold of my jacket and pulled me to my feet. He patted my shoulder before turning around again.

"Frodo?" called Strider. I looked up sharply. Where was Mr. Frodo?

"Frodo!" called Strider again. Then I saw him.

He was standing away from the group. A single tear fell down his cheek as he looked back at us. I felt my heart tighten as I looked at him. He looked so lost, so sad.

Strider made his way over to him and I followed. The Man embraced Mr. Frodo and he began to cry, his weakened body shaking in Strider's arms.

Watching my master I felt a new resolve form in my heart. Gandalf may have fallen but I was still here. I had sworn that I would not lose him and I didn't mean to.

Gandalf may have gone but I would make sure his dearth was worth it. Frodo will finish his task.

"I promise," I whispered aloud, the wind blowing away the words.

OK, that probably sucked big time. Gimli and Sam are the hardest characters to write. I would be quite willing to change things so if you have any suggestions, feel free to make them.

Merry Christmas and a happy new year. Hope Santa's good to ya :)

KC