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Note: Dialouge in bold is spoken in Elvish and dialouge in italics is telepathic communication between Legolas and Amaris.
Number 61: Journey
Legolas made his way down the corridors and found the walkway that led into the garden. He was expecting to see Amaris sitting on the bench that rested under the tree but he did not see her. He furrowed his brow and sat down. He looked over the flowers and thought of her and a smile graced his face. That was how Amaris found him. She smiled when she approached him silently. "Legolas?" Amaris asked quietly and he turned and looked at her. When he saw her, his heart nearly stopped. She stood here dressed in a deep purple and white dress that flowed magically over her body. Her hair was pulled half up and away from her face and all he could do was stare at her. Amaris smiled at him. "Legolas, can you hear me?" Amaris teased and Legolas stood up and walked over to her.
"I can hear you, Amaris. Forgive me. I was lost in my thoughts," Legolas said barely audible but Amaris heard him. Amaris smiled and shook her head. Legolas took her hands into his and smiled. "You look beautiful, Amaris."
"Thank you Legolas. I see you've changed as well." He nodded but kept his eyes locked with hers. He was dressed in a light blue tunic and dark leggings with his worn boots. They sat down and enjoyed each other's company talking about anything that came to mind before the bell for the mid-day meal rang. They laced their fingers together and slowly made their way to the dinning hall to eat with Lord Elrond, Arwen, Elrohir, and Elladan.
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Amaris and Legolas walked in and saw Arwen, Elrohir, and Elladan who smiled at them. Lord Elrond walked in from the balcony and smiled when he saw Amaris. "Come and sit. Let us eat. There is much to discuss as well," Lord Elrond said as he motioned to the seats around the table. Legolas and Amaris walked over and sat down. Amaris sat across from Arwen and Legolas sat on her right. To her left sat Elladan and Elrohir sat across from him, and of course Lord Elrond sat at the head. "Elrohir, Elladan, as you both know we have a new member to our family," Lord Elrond said and at that Amaris looked up at him. "This is Amaris. You know her story so now you finally get to meet her." Amaris looked at her new brothers and smiled.
"I am very happy to finally meet both of you," Amaris said with a smile as she looked at both Elrohir and Elladan. They smiled at her and nodded their heads.
"You know Ada, if it wasn't for the color of her eyes, you could very well mistake her for Arwen," Elrohir said with a smile. Amaris rolled her eyes.
"I don't think so Elrohir. Arwen is a good three or four inches taller than me. I think you could tell us apart," Amaris said as she picked up her fork.
"How did you know that was Elrohir?" Elladan asked his eyebrow raised at her waiting her response.
"Arwen told me how she tells you two apart. Elrohir's eyes are not as wide or expressive as yours Elladan," Amaris said and then raised her fork and took a bite of her fruit. Legolas, Arwen and Lord Elrond chuckled and slowly Elrohir and Elladan joined in the laughter.
"I think I like her already," Elrohir said before he took a sip of his drink. They finished eating in silence but as the meal came to an end, Lord Elrond cleared his throat.
"Amaris, you and Legolas shall be traveling to Minas Tirith with the elves of Rivendell, correct?" Lord Elrond asked. Amaris nodded.
"Yes, Ada. Legolas has sent word to his father that everything as been resolved and that we will meet the other elves of Mirkwood in Minas Tirith before the coronation of Aragorn," Amaris said as she looked at her father. He smiled and nodded.
"Very well. We will be leaving in two months so we have plenty of time to reach Minas Tirith," Lord Elrond said the other five elves nodded.
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Fast Forward 2 Months
Amaris sat on top of Marisal dressed in black leggings and a dark green tunic. Arwen sat on her horse next to her and Amaris smiled at Arwen. "How are you feeling Arwen?" Amaris asked.
"I feel fine. I am more anxious than anything really," Arwen replied. They both looked behind them and saw Lord Elrond, Legolas, Elrohir and Elladan come outside. Glorfindel soon followed. All five mounted their horses and Legolas steered Arod over to Marisal. Legolas smiled at Amaris and soon they were on their way to Minas Tirith.
It was the twelfth day of travel and the sun was setting. "We will take rest. We are making good time, and should be arriving in Minas Tirith in a week," Glorfindel said. The others brought their horses to a stop and began to dismount. Amaris went to get down when she felt a pair of hands grasp her waist and helped her down. The hands were familiar and she couldn't help but smile. Once her feet were on the ground she turned around and met the blue orbs of Legolas. He smiled at her and she returned it but shook her head.
"I can dismount fine on my own, Legolas," Amaris said with a teasing tone to her voice. Legolas nodded but his grasp on her waist tightened slightly.
"I know that, however, I though you could use some assistance," Legolas said. Amaris looked over at the others who were busy reading camp and she quickly leaned up and attempted to place a brief kiss on his lips. However, Legolas pulled her closer as soon as her lips met his and deepened her intended chaste kiss. They had not shared any intimate contact since they left Rivendell, and Legolas craved her lips. He took advantage of her thank you and hungrily kissed her lips, which after some hesitation, she returned his kiss. Amaris heard a quiet laugh and she quickly pulled away from Legolas and looked to her left to see Arwen smiling at them. Legolas groaned quietly and looked in the same direction Amaris was and he returned Arwen's smile. Amaris was too shocked that they were caught to say anything but she sighed and buried her face in Legolas' tunic, griping it with her life, to hide her embarrassment, only causing Arwen to laugh louder and draw the attention of Lord Elrond, Glorfindel, and her brothers.
"What is so funny Arwen?" Elladan asked as he walked over to his sister. Arwen shook her head as Amaris looked up at her siblings.
"Nothing brother," Arwen said with a smile before she turned and joined the others who were finishing setting up camp. Everyone but Lord Elrond returned to their tasks. Lord Elrond raised an eyebrow at Amaris causing her to give him a weak smile and quickly let go of the grip she had on Legolas' tunic. He gave them both a knowing smile before turning his back to them and searched through his pack. Amaris sighed heavily and once again rested her head on Legolas' chest, but not as hard this time. Legolas brought his hand under her chin and raised her face to look up into his. He smiled at her as he stroked her cheek.
"You always seem to find a way to make me uncomfortable in the presence of my family, Legolas," Amaris told him through their link, only making his smile grow as he remembered an incident from two nights before they left Rivendell.
Flashback
"Legolas!" Amaris yelled as he chased her through one of the many gardens. Her voice full of laughter and Legolas' hearty laugh soon joined hers. They had been walking by one of the many waterfalls and Amaris, playfully, pushed Legolas into the creek. In his attempts to pull her in, he missed and she took of running. He, in turn, pulled himself from the water and took after her. Needless to say, it was quiet a sight for the elves of Rivendell to see one of Lord Elrond's daughters being chased by a very wet, prince of Mirkwood. Amaris looked over her shoulder briefly as she ran quickly down the corridors holding her skirts up so she could run. Legolas was not far behind her and she let out a quiet "eep" before quickening her pace. "Legolas, if I stop will you promise not to tackle me?" Amaris exclaimed as she ran.
"I promise nothing of the sort, Amaris!" Legolas exclaimed back as he gained on her. He heard her laugh and that only encouraged him to go faster. Amaris quickly turned the corner and stopped fast when she saw her brothers approaching. Legolas turned the same corner and wrapped his arms tightly around her and smiled. Amaris' body stiffened but Legolas took no notice. "I have caught you, my wildcat." Legolas said, not taking his eyes off of her neck. He began to place kisses on her neck and her body stiffened even more as his hands massaged her stomach. Amaris' eyes were wide as she looked at the shocked faces of her brothers. Elladan cleared this throat causing Legolas to stop his assault of Amaris' neck and slowly look up. When his eyes landed on Elrohir and Elladan they grew wide and he quickly stood and dropped his hands to his sides. Elrohir smiled as he stepped forward.
"It is good to see you both this lovely afternoon," Elrohir said as his eyes shined with amusement of his sister's shocked face. Elladan nodded and stepped next to his twin.
"Tell us, Legolas, why are you wet?" Elladan asked with a smirk. Amaris' heart could not beat any faster and Legolas cleared his throat.
"Well, we were walking by one of the waterfalls when I slipped and fell into the creek," Legolas said his face neutral.
"Really?" Elrohir asked and Legolas nodded. Elladan turned his attention to his sister and smiled.
"Don't go to hard on him 'wildcat,'" Elladan said. "After all, he is a prince." With that the twins made their way around a mortified Amaris and an amused Legolas.
End Flashback
Amaris looked up at him and smiled at the far away look on his face before he turned his attention back to her with a smile. "I cannot help it, wildcat. You seem to bring that out in me," Legolas said through their link and Amaris' smile grew. She loved the new nickname he seemed to have given her, even though she did not really know how he came up with it. Legolas leaned into her once more and placed a chaste and gentle kiss on her lips before taking her hand and leading her to the small fire Glorfindel had established and sat her down on her bed roll.
The six elves sat around the fire sharing tales and just enjoying the quiet evening. Arwen and Amaris decided to take to bed since the hour was late. The others were not tired and decided to enjoy the night and kept watch over the two sleeping elleths.
