This is the first half of the celebration in Edoras. Thank you for the reviews once again. I hope you enjoy this chapter!
Disclaimer: I don't own anything associated with Lord of the Rings. It all belongs to J.R.R. Tolkien and the movie producers. I only own Amaris. I also don't own "When You Say You Love Me" as performed by Josh Grobain. It also belongs to the producers and writers of that album.
Note: Dialouge in bold is spoken in Elvish.
Number 39: Beginning the Celebration
Amaris sat on the bed brushing out her hair that was now dry as Legolas finished dressing by the fireplace. After buttoning his tunic Legolas plaited his hair and turned around and looked at Amaris. She was staring off into pace as she ran the brush through her hair. Legolas smiled as he watched her. Amaris felt his eyes on her and she played it off like she didn't notice him watching. She ran the brush through one last time and sat it down on the table next to the bed. She stood and smoothed out her dress but it was still loose around her body because the black ribbon needed to be tied in the back. Amaris looked at Legolas and smiled. "Legolas, would you tie the back of my dress for me?" she asked as she turned around and pointed at the ribbon. Legolas smiled and slowly made his way over to her. He picked up the ribbon tails and tied them gently around her waist bring the dress tight to her body. She smiled and turned around and faced him. "Thank you Legolas." He smiled and cupped her cheek and placed a gentle kiss on her lips.
"You're welcome," Legolas said as he pulled away from her. Legolas looked at her eyes and the blue ring in her eyes seemed to sparkle and he smiled. Amaris was doing the same and though his eyes seemed to shine a brighter blue around the dark green. Legolas stepped away and acted like he was studying her. He brought his hand to his chin and gave an expression like he was thinking. Amaris stood there with a smile on her face as he studied her. Amaris looked lovely in the crimson dress Eowyn gave her. It fit her perfectly and hugged and flowed in all the right places. Legolas was happy Amaris decided to wear her hair down because he loved how it flowed freely around her body and down her to her hips. Legolas smiled and stepped closer to her taking her hands into his. He brought her hands up to his lips and kissed them both. "You look beautiful Amaris." Amaris smiled and leaned up to him and kissed him gently.
"Thank you Legolas. You look wonderful." Amaris smiled as did Legolas. As they stood there looking at one another, there was a knock on the door. Legolas took his hands away and walked towards the door. When he opened it Aragorn was standing outside. When he saw Legolas he smiled.
"Mae govannen (well met) Aragorn. What can I do for you?" Legolas asked with a smile. Aragorn let out a small laugh before he smiled and looked at Legolas.
"Hello Legolas. I came to escort Amaris to the celebration, which is about to begin, because I could not find you. However, I seemed to have located you so you may escort her, if you wish," Aragorn said with a smile. Amaris rushed over and opened the door further.
"You both may escort me. If it is alright," Amaris said with a smile looking between Aragorn and Legolas. Legolas smiled and shook his head. "What? I cannot have a dear friend and my love escort me to the celebration?" Aragorn laughed once more and Legolas let out a small chuckle. Aragorn looked over Amaris and smiled.
"You look lovely this evening Amaris," Aragorn said extending his hand and bowing slightly. Amaris rolled her eyes but placed her hand in his and he kissed the back of her hand. Amaris smiled and once Aragorn stood back up Legolas quickly took Amaris' hand from Aragorn's hand and placed it in his own. Amaris felt a tinge of jealousy and rolled her eyes. She leaned up to Legolas and whispered quietly so only he could hear.
"We really must stop with the jealousy Legolas. Honestly, it is Aragorn for goodness sakes!" Legolas looked at her and smiled.
"I am sorry," Legolas said and then turned his attention to Aragorn who was looking at them with a knowing expression. Legolas smiled and nodded gently at Aragorn. "We may both escort her if you wish Aragorn." Aragorn nodded.
"Very well. Let's go before the king gives his toast," Aragorn said as he took Amaris' other hand and locked her left arm with his and Legolas locked her right arm with his as they walked into the hall that was full of various soldiers and people. Everyone looked at the two elves and the man as they entered the hall. Most smiled and others had a indifferent expression on their faces. Amaris gave a smile to everyone. Legolas and Aragorn led Amaris to the second row of seats. Legolas stood with Amaris and Aragorn stood in front of them next to Gamling. Amaris looked up at Theoden and saw Eowyn standing on his right and Eomer standing on his left. She looked at Eowyn and smiled. When Eowyn saw her she smiled back. Amaris then looked over at Eomer who was giving her a kind smile. She bowed her head slightly and smiled back. Eomer's smile grew and Amaris felt Legolas take her hand. She looked at him and he was un-noticeably glaring at Eomer.
"What did I tell you earlier? My love and heart are yours alone," Amaris whispered to Legolas. Legolas looked at her. "However, if I see another woman or another elleth looking at you in anyway other than neutral, I will not be held responsible for my actions." Amaris' face was serious and Legolas couldn't help but laugh quietly. He brought her hand to his lips and kissed her knuckles.
"Do not worry, Amaris. My love and heart are yours as well. No other elleth or woman will come between us." Legolas smiled at her and Amaris smiled back. Aragorn turned and handed both Amaris and Legolas a glass of ale. Amaris made a face and Aragorn and Legolas laughed but stopped when the king stood.
"Tonight we remember those who gave their blood to defend this country. Hail the victorious dead!" Theoden exclaimed as he held out his goblet.
"Hail!" everyone in the hall exclaimed before taking a drink of ale. Amaris only took a little sip before putting her glass down and making a face.
"I take it you do not like ale, Amaris?" Legolas asked in a whisper. Amaris smiled and looked at him as she shook her head.
"I do not. I prefer water," she said as she looked at him. Legolas nodded.
"I do not care for it either. I prefer Elvin wine, however, one must make due with what they have." Legolas took another sip and Amaris just laughed and shook her head. Music started to play and everyone began to talk and dance. Aragorn turned around and Legolas and Amaris talked with him for a little while before Eomer came up to the three of them.
"Excuse me," Eomer said. The three stopped talking and turned their attention to the marshal.
"Lord Eomer, what can we do for you?" Aragorn asked with a slight smile. Eomer smiled at him then looked at Amaris.
"Lady Amaris, you had told me during our travel to Isengaurd that you would possibly sing for us. Since tonight is a celebration, would you honor us but singing for us?" Eomer asked as he looked at her. Amaris stared at him unable to speak for a moment.
"Lord Eomer, I do not know if I should tonight. I am not the best singer and I don't think the people of Rohan would enjoy my singing," Amaris said to Eomer. Legolas took her hands and she turned and looked at her.
"Sing for us, meleth nîn," Legolas said with a smile. Amaris sighed as she looked into his eyes, she could not refuse once she looked into his eyes. Amaris looked at Eomer and nodded.
"I will sing for you." Eomer smiled and extended his arm to lead her up by his uncle's thrown so she could stand above everyone so they may see her. The musicians stopped playing as Eomer stood and held out his arms.
"Lords and Ladies!" Eomer called and everyone quieted and turned to face him. "Lady Amaris of the Elvin realm of Rivendell as agreed to grace us with a song. Please, listen and enjoy!" Eomer stepped down and Amaris stepped forward she smiled at everyone and took a deep breath. She searched her brain for the perfect song and when she looked at Legolas she knew just the one. She closed her eyes and began to sing.
Like the sound of silence calling
I hear your voice and suddenly I'm falling
Lost in a dream
Like the echoes of our souls are meeting
You say those words, my heart stops beating
I wonder what it means
What could it be that comes over me
At times I can't move
At times I can't hardly breathe
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
You're the one I've always thought of
I don't know how but I feel sheltered by your love
You're where I belong
And when you're with me if I close my eyes
There are times I sear I feel like I can fly
For a moment in time
Somewhere between
The heavens and earth
I'm frozen in time
Oh when you say those words
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
Amaris opened her eyes and scanned the crowd before she rested her eyes on Legolas.
And this journey that we're on
How far we've come and I
Celebrate every moment
When you say you love me
That's all you have to say
I'll always feel this way
When you say you love me
The world goes still, so still inside and
When you say you love me
For a moment, there's no one else alive
When you say you love me
Do you know how I love you
When she was finished she smiled at Legolas who looked at her with love pouring from his eyes. Everyone clapped and hollered loudly cheering for her. Legolas walked up to her and held out his hand to help her walk down the stage. She took his hand and smiled as she walked down the stairs and he wrapped his arm around her waist and led her back over to Aragorn and now Gimli. "You sing beautifully, meleth nîn," he said in a whisper. Amaris looked at him and smiled.
"I sang that song for you Legolas," Amaris said as she looked at him. Legolas looked at her and smiled.
"I know. I felt everyone of your emotions. I love you," Legolas whispered as they reached the others. Amaris smiled and thanked Gimli and Aragorn for their compliments. Gimli dragged Legolas off for some male bonding and Amaris got some water and found a place to sit and watch the festivities. Suddenly, an unfamiliar hand rested on her shoulder.
"You sing lovely, Lady Amaris," a ruff voice said. Amaris turned and faced an unknown man of Rohan who was smiling at her.
