Out of this World

By TriGemini

Disclaimer: I do not own LotR, or the characters by J.R.R. Tolkein. In addition, the movie script from the LotR Trilogy belongs to Peter Jackson and New Line Cinema. Therefore, plz do not sue.

Chapter Two

After realizing that she was in the water, Estrella could feel the temperature of the water begin to drop to a freezing point. With a sudden turn, Estrella put her arms around her, because she couldn't understand why the water had turned so chilly suddenly. She then looked over to where her friends were and she could tell that the water was having the same affect on them, as well. Suddenly the icy currents started to rush at them and they each tried to swim up to the embankment. However, it was impossible since the current was pulling them away in the opposite direction. For a moment, the current had seemed to be steady. Even though, without a warning a great overflow came up and covered them all. When that happened, they were all pulled under the water. Each of them was struggling to gain some control, however it was simply impossible to do so. In Estrella's mind, she was reminding herself that this was like her dream. Except on this occasion, it was real and not just a dream. What's more, it was scaring her that this was happening. With that last thought, on her mind. She continued to struggle to the surface; however before she was able to get there everything suddenly went dark. Upon the embankment stood a lone figure shrouded in white as it watched the river carry the children away. The figure knew what was happening at this moment, but sadly could not interfere. Therefore, it just stood there and in a whispery voice it said,

"It is time to go home little one. You have been away far too long from your real home. Therefore, may the Valor watch over you, as you make your way back to Middle Earth. "

With that farewell said, the lone figure disappeared in a flash. Leaving no trace that someone had been there.

As the children drifted along the water's slow current, they were unaware that their surroundings had changed. For none of the children were aware, that they had been in the river for a long while now. It wasn't until some elves that had been traveling had found them in the river. A few of them had entered the frigid water to bring them out, especially after noticing that they were unconscious and slightly hurt. Therefore, the elves thought it best that they return to Rivendell, where the children could get proper help from the healers there. Furthermore, seeing as they were mortal children and were strangely dressed, they believed that Lord Elrond should know of strangers within the elven lands. When they reached the border of Rivendell, the company of elves that helped the children sent a messenger ahead to the House of Lord Elrond to inform him of their arrival. As soon as the messenger finally arrived upon the steps of the House of Lord Elrond and asked to speak with Lord Elrond in person. He was granted permission instantly and escorted to the study where Lord Elrond sat presently at his desk.

"I hear you bring news of the company of elves that had left earlier today. Tell me why they return with such haste?" asked Elrond.

The messenger stood there nervously and felt that he should speak,

"My Lord Elrond on our way through the forest and we neared the Bruinen River we thought to rest for awhile before continuing our journey. It was when we settled near the river that we soon discovered four mortal children floating not far off from the embankment unconscious. Therefore, a few of the elves in our company went into the water and brought them out. We tried to tend to them ourselves. However, it seemed that two of them were badly injured and so my Lord Haldamir Calmcacil said, 'We best return to Rivendell and see to that they get proper healing from an experienced healer, also, to inform Lord Elrond that they were strangely dressed for being mortals.' I for one could not understand what my Lord meant. So they sent me on ahead to give you the messenger my Lord Elrond," said the messenger in a rush.

Lord Elrond pondered at what was happening, for he could not understand why four mortal children would be found in a river near his lands. Perhaps his questioned will be answered once the children awaken. He then dismissed the messenger away and called in one of his servants. He instructed that two other healers be called and that the guestrooms were to be prepared, as well. What's more, herbs would have to be gathered and remedies made. However, he knew those would have to wait until it was seen what kind of injuries the children had. Therefore, Lord Elrond looked out his window and pondered what was coming. He already knew of the situation with the One Ring. However, he was not expecting that company until a few more days. He hoped by then the mystery of the four mortal children would be solved. Still there was something in Elrond's mind that was troubling him, for he sensed that something was coming that would change the course of all those who around. While in deep thought, he had not noticed a lone figure standing by the doorway. It was not until the figure walked up to him and placed a delicate hand on his arm. When this action was done, Lord Elrond had been shaken out of his reverie. He then turned around to see whom it was standing next to him. To his surprise, it was his youngest daughter, Arwen. She had only recently arrived back from Lothlórien and was again back in her rightful home. Soon enough though he would have Arwen journey to the Undying Lands for it was nearing the time for when all the elves will soon have to leave Middle-Earth. However, that was not an argument he wished to have today with her.

"Ada! Why is the entire household in such haste today?" asked Arwen curiously.

"Four mortal children were found in the Bruinen River near the woods of the Trollshaws. They are being brought here so that they can get healing, for two of them are seriously injured. Furthermore, I am curious, as to why they were there to begin with. It is not very often we get many unexpected visitors near our borders and in these times one cannot be too cautious since there have been an increasing amount of Orc attacks that have been occurring lately," said Elrond in a serious tone. Everyone knew of this, of course. For many elves had gone on patrols to make sure that the borders were safe. Everyone knew that dark times were coming to Middle Earth and only the Valor knew what would happen in the future. Lord Elrond looked once more at his daughter, for he hoped that when the time came to leave, she would go willingly. However, in the back of his mind he knew that Arwen had already made her choice. The one choice in which he hoped he could change, for he did not want to see his daughter suffer. Especially with what was to come in the future. Putting those thoughts aside, Elrond decided it was not time for him to have this discussion with her. In order to do it properly, he would need the presence of a certain other individual. In Elrond's mind, he knew that if he could not persuade her to leave Middle Earth, then perhaps that other person could.

"Come Arwen! Let us prepare for the guests that we'll soon be receiving," said Elrond as he prepared to leave the study. Arwen in return just nodded her head and followed her father when he left the study. Both of them wondered to themselves what the children would be like. Yet neither of them suspected that fate had something waiting for all those who would be joined in Rivendell.

A/N: I own the characters Estrella, Adam, Laurel, Carlos, Mr. and Mrs. Matthews, Lord Haldamir Calmcacil, and any other character that appears later on. Well here is another chapter.