Hey guys, I have all the results from my exams and it wasn't all bad. I
have one week of school, then two weeks of vacation, after that two more
weeks of school and then. . . my final exams *shudders in fright* I am so
scared, I really really really really want to graduate, so do not be
surprised if my updates are less frequent, though you should all know I am
not abandoning this story.
I have to say I was amused by some of the responses you guys had on last chapter. Elrond really isn't that bad, he is trying to protect his son. He is wrong, but he's doing it out of love.
Songelf88 and G.H.S. the warg: Interesting name, and please don't hurt Elrond too much, I still need him for this fic.
Kagome Ayla: You're welcome, I hope you like this chapter cause I already know that it's going to be very hard to write. (am having slight writer's block again)
LanierShazar: I'm writing the next chapter so don't worry, it will all come together in due time. As for the relationship between Elrond and Elladan, I can't really say where that will be heading.
American Elf: Support groups in Middle Earth? *lol* I don't think they exist yet but nice idea. I never really liked Elrond, don't know why, but he just seems. . . well. . . too perfect, you know?
Linnie: Oooh, long review, I love it. Yeah, Elrond really did make her feel guilty didn't he? As for how much longer this story will continue, I have no idea. As long as I get reviews and I have new ideas, I'll keep it up for as long as I can.
Elvenflower: Happy you liked the chapter, I hope you'll like this one as well.
Soul: You reached chapter 32, I hope you reach this one soon so you can see me thanking you. You really think it was good?
Iluvenis: You are right about some things but I am not telling you what they are, hihihihi I am evil sometimes :) I'll think about doing a Legolas/OC fic after this one is finished, I love to write. I tried to send you an email immediately but my hotmail was going all wonky, I don't know what went wrong but know I am trying to mail you, don't be mad if I don't succeed though. On a different note, I know Elrond is a good guy but I need him like this for my story, sorry.
Shinigami29: Hey Audrey, sorry for not emailing you for a few days again, I've been really busy but I'll explain everything in my mail I am going to send you after I finished this chapter.
Elvish princess: Congrats on your math, I wish I could get a good grade like that!!! Is this update soon enough?
THEwriter Lioncub: No worries, I don't expect you to review every chapter. I am glad you liked the chapter, cause I thought it was, well. . . not so good.
The Lady Sorcha of Sevenwaters: Hmmmm, that is an idea but I don't think my story will go that way, maybe I'll use it as an out if I get completely stuck with the fic.
D-Chan: Hey, I can't help the way Rita thinks. . . oh *realization kicks in* I do control that. You want review praise? Here it is. . . this chapter is dedicated to you for placing my fic on your website, I love it!!!!!
Tarilenea: Yep, Elrond certainly put a new spin on the fic and it was exactly what I needed to continue, hope you like it.
Meggers: I'm working on it, it will be fixed in a few chapters I promise, now would I ever lie to you? I understand where you are coming from with the review-thing and I like your reasoning. I never heard the song you mentioned but maybe I'll download it later.
Lavender of the Shire: Yep, the subject really needed to be handled and I couldn't think of anyone better than Elrond to deal with it.
Danceingfae: You have a weird sense of humor but I still love ya so don't worry. AAAAAH I love drama as well but please, please PLEASE kill me if I turn this in soap opera drama.
Aislin: I'm not THAT evil am I? I mean, I promised everything would be okay in the future doesn't that count for anything?
Aurumlupi: I promise, I vow, I swear. . . (you get the picture) that everything will turn out right. Cross my heart and hope to die.
MaverickGirl: I'm very happy that you like the chapter even though it was sad.
Siren: It's not over yet, so stop crying already *hands tissue* really things will be fine.
Arwen-evenstar: Thanks for your review Arwen, and yes reviews make me write more so you and all the others have achieved that. I don't think I would have written so many chapters without the reviews, so thank you!!!
Blahblah: Whoa, don't hurt Elrond too much I still need the elf, and writing this I realized I already said this to someone else. Ah well, I hope you aren't too offended by me using the same thing twice.
Kate: I'm happy you liked the chapter, especially since it was dedicated to you.
Musicgrl: Fishhead? I won't ask, I really think I don't wanna know or do I?
Mellon: I hope I didn't keep you waiting too long and that you like this chapter as well.
Passion Lover: Only a tad enthusiastic but I like it. I love it when people get all excited because of my fic, I never thought I would have that effect on people.
Lady of Legolas: Thanks for trying to kill my writer's block but I am sad to report that it didn't help. The past few chapters have been so hard to write now I am not relying on the books so much anymore but on my own fantasy.
Rhysel Ash: Thank you for the compliments and to be honest I have no idea how I continue to be sane and write such a long story, I'm a little weird sometimes.
DISCLAIMER: :P :P :P NO NOT GOING TO ANYMORE :P :P :P
Rita was gathering the courage to step into the dining room; it would be her first appearance since two days.
She had decided she needed to think of a solid way how to avoid Elladan and the questions her weird behavior would be shot her way.
Until that moment she had been able to avoid all this by staying in her room for two days straight. When they had checked up on her she had told them she was sick and wanted to sleep. She had declined Aragorn's offer for a healer, claiming everything would be okay after a few days of rest.
She had refused to open the door for anyone, not even Arwen. Rita knew for sure Arwen would see right through her lie and would start asking about why she was lying to them and it wasn't something Rita could use at that moment.
Nobody would question her 'sickness' now however. She looked ghostly pale and she had dark rings around her eyes. Her eyes, which normally shone with merriment, were now dull. She was wearing a loose pare of pants and a very baggy shirt.
After taking a final deep breath Rita walked into the room and she was immediately surrounded by four concerned hobbits. It seemed they had an agreement of some sort for only Frodo spoke. (The hobbits had a habit of talking all at once)
"I think I speak for us all when I say I am happy to see you Rita, are you feeling better now? You look awfully pale, are you sure you don't need to rest a while longer or do you want me to get a healer after all? It would be no trouble at all for us to do that."
"No, that's okay Frodo. I'm feeling better now, though I'm still not 100 percent. I'm gonna lay low for a few more days but I thought it might help if I ate a little, I haven't eaten a thing in two days."
This comment shocked the hobbits and they drug her to a table and started to load her plate full of food. "Really Lady Rita" said Sam "You should take better care of yourself, not eating for two days."
Rita gave the sweet hobbit a smile. "I know Sam, but I really wasn't hungry and. . . PIPPIN!!!"
She had just noticed how much food he had been able to stack on her plate and her mouth was wide open.
"Surely you don't expect me to eat all that, I'm not a hobbit you know. I'll have one piece of toast and an apple and some tea. You guys split the rest."
Pippin gaped at her. "That's all you're doing to eat? You haven't eaten in days and all you want is a piece of toast and an apple?"
"Oh fine, I'll eat TWO pieces of toast, you happy now?" Rita made a joke out of it as she bit in the hot toast after putting some butter on it.
The hobbits decided not to mention it anymore and the meal continued with some mindless chattering. They were stuffing their faces with all the food on the table, munching happily while speaking at the same time.
For Rita on the other hand, eating was not as easy. She ate very slowly and she had to wash every bite away with some tea. She couldn't swallow it normally because of the lump in her very dry throat. She had only managed to eat half of one piece of toast while the hobbits had eaten 15 each at least.
The reason for her being so nervous was that she was afraid of running into Elladan, afraid for how she would have to act and also afraid for how Elladan would react to this.
*You're doing the right thing* she said to herself *You made the decision and now you have to stick with it. You can do this, you have faced worse things before*
She was interrupted in her inner pep talk when she felt someone tap on her back. She jumped up and she felt her heart start to beat faster and she turned around while silently praying it wasn't Elladan.
God, or the Valar she didn't know who she should be thanking, seemed to have listened to her prayer because when she turned around Legolas was standing behind her with a huge smile.
"I thought you would never get better, do you have any idea what you did to me?" he asked as he plopped in the chair next to her.
Raising an eyebrow she shook her head. "What exactly did I do?"
"You abandoned me, that's what. Do you have any idea what a torture these past two days have been? Tári has been all over me and I literally had to hide to find some peace."
"It's true Rita." said Merry "She has followed him everywhere, it was actually quite funny to see." Merry stopped when Legolas glared at him.
Rita gave Legolas a gentle shove. "Stop glaring at the poor hobbit you evil elf, it's not his fault you are so dashingly handsome that women fall at your feet." She fluttered with her eyelashes to create some extra effect and she knew she had succeeded when the hobbits started to laugh hysterically.
After a while Legolas joined in on the laughter as well but suddenly he started to groan. "Nooooooo, not now please not now."
The hobbits and Rita turned around to see what he was getting at and started to laugh again when they saw Tári heading in their direction.
Frodo was wiping the tears from his eyes. "You have to hand it to her, she is very persistent."
"As persistent as an orc chasing one of his victims." Legolas muttered but he forced himself to place his 'social mask' on.
The laughing had just started to die down when Tári reached the sic and se took the seat next to Legolas immediately.
"Prince Legolas, what a coincidence to see you here. I was actually hoping to catch you today for I was unable to find you yesterday. You still have to tell me all about your adventures and I am very anxious to find out about those."
Pippin was shaking and suddenly he excused himself from the table, mumbling he had duties to tend to, before he raced out of the room.
This seemed to be the signal for the other three hobbits and within a minute they had all disappeared, leaving only Legolas, Rita and the annoying Tári.
"So" said Tári "Shall we sit in one of the gardens to talk now Prince Legolas? I would enjoy that very much."
*Sure you would* Rita thought and she had to fight an evil smirk when she saw Legolas squirm a little. The thought of any smirk disappeared when she hear Legolas answer the she-elf.
"I am sorry but I will not be able to do that today, for Rita is well again now and we will be starting her lessons today."
For a minute a flash of disbelief and anger towards Rita flashed across Tári's face before she hid those emotions behind her sickening sweet smile.
"That is alright Prince Legolas, I understand. We shall speak tonight then." Before Legolas could say anything she had risen and walked out of the room.
Legolas dropped his head in his hands and Rita patted his back. "There, there, we saved you from that one didn't we? And don't worry we'll come up with some kind of scheme to avoid her tonight."
He looked up at her with a smile and stood up while offering his arm to her. "Thank you Rita but will you now give me the pleasure of escorting you to the shooting grounds for your archery lesson?"
Rita took the offered arm. "It's not as if I can avoid these lessons, I might as well go willingly. The things I do for friendship." She said the last with a dramatic voice.
Legolas just shook his head and lead her out of the hall.
A/N: I am so sorry for making this so short but my inspiration went out the window. Don't worry though, I'll update tomorrow again, I promise. No confrontation with Elladan yet but let's just say I like to build some tension.
I have to say I was amused by some of the responses you guys had on last chapter. Elrond really isn't that bad, he is trying to protect his son. He is wrong, but he's doing it out of love.
Songelf88 and G.H.S. the warg: Interesting name, and please don't hurt Elrond too much, I still need him for this fic.
Kagome Ayla: You're welcome, I hope you like this chapter cause I already know that it's going to be very hard to write. (am having slight writer's block again)
LanierShazar: I'm writing the next chapter so don't worry, it will all come together in due time. As for the relationship between Elrond and Elladan, I can't really say where that will be heading.
American Elf: Support groups in Middle Earth? *lol* I don't think they exist yet but nice idea. I never really liked Elrond, don't know why, but he just seems. . . well. . . too perfect, you know?
Linnie: Oooh, long review, I love it. Yeah, Elrond really did make her feel guilty didn't he? As for how much longer this story will continue, I have no idea. As long as I get reviews and I have new ideas, I'll keep it up for as long as I can.
Elvenflower: Happy you liked the chapter, I hope you'll like this one as well.
Soul: You reached chapter 32, I hope you reach this one soon so you can see me thanking you. You really think it was good?
Iluvenis: You are right about some things but I am not telling you what they are, hihihihi I am evil sometimes :) I'll think about doing a Legolas/OC fic after this one is finished, I love to write. I tried to send you an email immediately but my hotmail was going all wonky, I don't know what went wrong but know I am trying to mail you, don't be mad if I don't succeed though. On a different note, I know Elrond is a good guy but I need him like this for my story, sorry.
Shinigami29: Hey Audrey, sorry for not emailing you for a few days again, I've been really busy but I'll explain everything in my mail I am going to send you after I finished this chapter.
Elvish princess: Congrats on your math, I wish I could get a good grade like that!!! Is this update soon enough?
THEwriter Lioncub: No worries, I don't expect you to review every chapter. I am glad you liked the chapter, cause I thought it was, well. . . not so good.
The Lady Sorcha of Sevenwaters: Hmmmm, that is an idea but I don't think my story will go that way, maybe I'll use it as an out if I get completely stuck with the fic.
D-Chan: Hey, I can't help the way Rita thinks. . . oh *realization kicks in* I do control that. You want review praise? Here it is. . . this chapter is dedicated to you for placing my fic on your website, I love it!!!!!
Tarilenea: Yep, Elrond certainly put a new spin on the fic and it was exactly what I needed to continue, hope you like it.
Meggers: I'm working on it, it will be fixed in a few chapters I promise, now would I ever lie to you? I understand where you are coming from with the review-thing and I like your reasoning. I never heard the song you mentioned but maybe I'll download it later.
Lavender of the Shire: Yep, the subject really needed to be handled and I couldn't think of anyone better than Elrond to deal with it.
Danceingfae: You have a weird sense of humor but I still love ya so don't worry. AAAAAH I love drama as well but please, please PLEASE kill me if I turn this in soap opera drama.
Aislin: I'm not THAT evil am I? I mean, I promised everything would be okay in the future doesn't that count for anything?
Aurumlupi: I promise, I vow, I swear. . . (you get the picture) that everything will turn out right. Cross my heart and hope to die.
MaverickGirl: I'm very happy that you like the chapter even though it was sad.
Siren: It's not over yet, so stop crying already *hands tissue* really things will be fine.
Arwen-evenstar: Thanks for your review Arwen, and yes reviews make me write more so you and all the others have achieved that. I don't think I would have written so many chapters without the reviews, so thank you!!!
Blahblah: Whoa, don't hurt Elrond too much I still need the elf, and writing this I realized I already said this to someone else. Ah well, I hope you aren't too offended by me using the same thing twice.
Kate: I'm happy you liked the chapter, especially since it was dedicated to you.
Musicgrl: Fishhead? I won't ask, I really think I don't wanna know or do I?
Mellon: I hope I didn't keep you waiting too long and that you like this chapter as well.
Passion Lover: Only a tad enthusiastic but I like it. I love it when people get all excited because of my fic, I never thought I would have that effect on people.
Lady of Legolas: Thanks for trying to kill my writer's block but I am sad to report that it didn't help. The past few chapters have been so hard to write now I am not relying on the books so much anymore but on my own fantasy.
Rhysel Ash: Thank you for the compliments and to be honest I have no idea how I continue to be sane and write such a long story, I'm a little weird sometimes.
DISCLAIMER: :P :P :P NO NOT GOING TO ANYMORE :P :P :P
Rita was gathering the courage to step into the dining room; it would be her first appearance since two days.
She had decided she needed to think of a solid way how to avoid Elladan and the questions her weird behavior would be shot her way.
Until that moment she had been able to avoid all this by staying in her room for two days straight. When they had checked up on her she had told them she was sick and wanted to sleep. She had declined Aragorn's offer for a healer, claiming everything would be okay after a few days of rest.
She had refused to open the door for anyone, not even Arwen. Rita knew for sure Arwen would see right through her lie and would start asking about why she was lying to them and it wasn't something Rita could use at that moment.
Nobody would question her 'sickness' now however. She looked ghostly pale and she had dark rings around her eyes. Her eyes, which normally shone with merriment, were now dull. She was wearing a loose pare of pants and a very baggy shirt.
After taking a final deep breath Rita walked into the room and she was immediately surrounded by four concerned hobbits. It seemed they had an agreement of some sort for only Frodo spoke. (The hobbits had a habit of talking all at once)
"I think I speak for us all when I say I am happy to see you Rita, are you feeling better now? You look awfully pale, are you sure you don't need to rest a while longer or do you want me to get a healer after all? It would be no trouble at all for us to do that."
"No, that's okay Frodo. I'm feeling better now, though I'm still not 100 percent. I'm gonna lay low for a few more days but I thought it might help if I ate a little, I haven't eaten a thing in two days."
This comment shocked the hobbits and they drug her to a table and started to load her plate full of food. "Really Lady Rita" said Sam "You should take better care of yourself, not eating for two days."
Rita gave the sweet hobbit a smile. "I know Sam, but I really wasn't hungry and. . . PIPPIN!!!"
She had just noticed how much food he had been able to stack on her plate and her mouth was wide open.
"Surely you don't expect me to eat all that, I'm not a hobbit you know. I'll have one piece of toast and an apple and some tea. You guys split the rest."
Pippin gaped at her. "That's all you're doing to eat? You haven't eaten in days and all you want is a piece of toast and an apple?"
"Oh fine, I'll eat TWO pieces of toast, you happy now?" Rita made a joke out of it as she bit in the hot toast after putting some butter on it.
The hobbits decided not to mention it anymore and the meal continued with some mindless chattering. They were stuffing their faces with all the food on the table, munching happily while speaking at the same time.
For Rita on the other hand, eating was not as easy. She ate very slowly and she had to wash every bite away with some tea. She couldn't swallow it normally because of the lump in her very dry throat. She had only managed to eat half of one piece of toast while the hobbits had eaten 15 each at least.
The reason for her being so nervous was that she was afraid of running into Elladan, afraid for how she would have to act and also afraid for how Elladan would react to this.
*You're doing the right thing* she said to herself *You made the decision and now you have to stick with it. You can do this, you have faced worse things before*
She was interrupted in her inner pep talk when she felt someone tap on her back. She jumped up and she felt her heart start to beat faster and she turned around while silently praying it wasn't Elladan.
God, or the Valar she didn't know who she should be thanking, seemed to have listened to her prayer because when she turned around Legolas was standing behind her with a huge smile.
"I thought you would never get better, do you have any idea what you did to me?" he asked as he plopped in the chair next to her.
Raising an eyebrow she shook her head. "What exactly did I do?"
"You abandoned me, that's what. Do you have any idea what a torture these past two days have been? Tári has been all over me and I literally had to hide to find some peace."
"It's true Rita." said Merry "She has followed him everywhere, it was actually quite funny to see." Merry stopped when Legolas glared at him.
Rita gave Legolas a gentle shove. "Stop glaring at the poor hobbit you evil elf, it's not his fault you are so dashingly handsome that women fall at your feet." She fluttered with her eyelashes to create some extra effect and she knew she had succeeded when the hobbits started to laugh hysterically.
After a while Legolas joined in on the laughter as well but suddenly he started to groan. "Nooooooo, not now please not now."
The hobbits and Rita turned around to see what he was getting at and started to laugh again when they saw Tári heading in their direction.
Frodo was wiping the tears from his eyes. "You have to hand it to her, she is very persistent."
"As persistent as an orc chasing one of his victims." Legolas muttered but he forced himself to place his 'social mask' on.
The laughing had just started to die down when Tári reached the sic and se took the seat next to Legolas immediately.
"Prince Legolas, what a coincidence to see you here. I was actually hoping to catch you today for I was unable to find you yesterday. You still have to tell me all about your adventures and I am very anxious to find out about those."
Pippin was shaking and suddenly he excused himself from the table, mumbling he had duties to tend to, before he raced out of the room.
This seemed to be the signal for the other three hobbits and within a minute they had all disappeared, leaving only Legolas, Rita and the annoying Tári.
"So" said Tári "Shall we sit in one of the gardens to talk now Prince Legolas? I would enjoy that very much."
*Sure you would* Rita thought and she had to fight an evil smirk when she saw Legolas squirm a little. The thought of any smirk disappeared when she hear Legolas answer the she-elf.
"I am sorry but I will not be able to do that today, for Rita is well again now and we will be starting her lessons today."
For a minute a flash of disbelief and anger towards Rita flashed across Tári's face before she hid those emotions behind her sickening sweet smile.
"That is alright Prince Legolas, I understand. We shall speak tonight then." Before Legolas could say anything she had risen and walked out of the room.
Legolas dropped his head in his hands and Rita patted his back. "There, there, we saved you from that one didn't we? And don't worry we'll come up with some kind of scheme to avoid her tonight."
He looked up at her with a smile and stood up while offering his arm to her. "Thank you Rita but will you now give me the pleasure of escorting you to the shooting grounds for your archery lesson?"
Rita took the offered arm. "It's not as if I can avoid these lessons, I might as well go willingly. The things I do for friendship." She said the last with a dramatic voice.
Legolas just shook his head and lead her out of the hall.
A/N: I am so sorry for making this so short but my inspiration went out the window. Don't worry though, I'll update tomorrow again, I promise. No confrontation with Elladan yet but let's just say I like to build some tension.