I'm so sorry for the delay and for this chapter being so short. I was planning on making this chapter much longer and for it to include the coronation, however, since I haven't updated for a while I posted what I had completed. I don't like to leave you guys hanging for too long. My grandpa's in the hospital and my free time is very limited right now. I'll have more time hopefully tomorrow night or Friday night and I'll try and make a nice long chapter for you all. As always, thank you for the reviews and I hope you enjoy this very short chapter.

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Number 63: Gifts

Amaris bathed and washed her hair thoroughly after her long journey. Once she was satisfied that she was completely clean, she emerged from the tub and wrapped herself in a white towel. She dried her hair and brushed it out. Amaris decided that she was just going to leave her hair down and flowing. Once she finished, she unwrapped the gown she was to wear during the coronation. She smiled as the silvery blue material gently cascaded down as she pulled it out of the wrapping. The style of the gown was similar to the light green one Arwen was wearing but the material was different. Where Arwen's was light and breezy Amaris' was thick looking but flowed like magic and was not heavy or warm in the slightest. She slid into her gown and tied the one lace tight in the back to hold the dress in place. She brushed out her hair once more and slid on her white slippers. With one last check in the mirror, Amaris opened the washroom door and stepped out.

Legolas quickly turned his attention to the washroom door as Amaris emerged from it. To him, she was a vision. Only on their wedding day, could she be more beautiful. The gown matched his tunic perfectly and the gift he had for her would add to her beauty. Legolas smiled and Amaris returned it. "You look stunning, Amaris," Legolas said as he walked to her and took her hands into his.

"You look wonderful as well, ernil nîn (my prince)," Amaris said as she met his piercing blue eyes. Legolas raised her right hand to his lips and kissed it gently. "Your circlet suits you. I never really noticed it before today. I am glad to see your warrior plates are no longer needed for the time being and you solely wear your hair in the royal braid." Legolas smiled at her.

"I am happy as well, Amaris." Legolas paused and they just smiled at each other. "I have something for you. It is a gift that I was going to give you that night you left Mirkwood." Amaris furrowed her brow but nodded.

"A gift? For what Legolas?" He smiled at her.

"For no reason in particular. It is just something that Ada and I wish for you to have. It shall suit you." Amaris nodded and Legolas quickly made his way to the dresser and opened a drawer. He pulled out a small wooden box and carried it over to Amaris. He held it out to her for her to open. Amaris looked at him quizzically and slowly opened the box. What met her eyes took her breath away. A stunning silvery chain laid across a dark green satin lining and attached the chain was a small arrow the length of the Evenstar pendant with vines wrapped around it. The leaves of the vines were clear jewels that seemed to glow with a faint light. Amaris took a sharp breath and looked at Legolas. He smiled at her. "Father had it made for you. Once the ceremony is complete, he will be bestowing the title of warrior princess onto you and he saw it fit to give you an emblem of your title." Amaris raised a trembling hand to her lips and covered them.

"Oh, Legolas, this is beautiful. I have never seen anything like it before. I love it and it will be an honor for me to wear it always." Legolas smiled and removed the pendant from the box. He sat the empty box down on the bed and unclasped the chain. Legolas moved behind her and Amaris raised her hair. He placed the necklace around her neck and clasped it. Once he was finished he moved in front of her and smiled. The pendant looked perfect against her creamy skin and the effect was exactly what he knew it would be. Amaris fingered the pendant as she looked at Legolas and smiled. She stepped towards him and threw her arms around his neck and placed a fierce kiss upon his lips. Legolas was stunned by the gesture but after a moment, enjoyed the feel of her in his arms once again and eagerly returned her kiss. Too soon for his liking, the kiss ended when Amaris pulled away. "Thank you again, Legolas. I love it, but not as much as I love you." Legolas smiled and caressed her cheek.

"I love you too." They embraced and stood that way for several more minutes before there was a knock on the door. Legolas walked over and opened the door. Gimli stood there with a smile on his face. "Gimli!" Legolas exclaimed as he put his hand on the dwarf's shoulder.

"It is good to see you too laddie!" Gimli said. He turned his attention to Amaris and smiled. "It is also nice to see you, Amaris. You look lovely." Amaris returned his smile, walked over, and embraced Gimli as he stood in the door way.

"It is good to see you, Gimli. I've missed all of you terribly and I cannot wait to speak with all of you at the celebration this evening," Amaris said as she stood up. Gimli nodded.

"Aye, me too!" Gimli said with a twinkle in his eye. Amaris laughed quietly as did Legolas. "Oh! I was sent to get you two. The elves are waiting for both of you. The ceremony begins in an hour." Legolas nodded.

"Right. Thank you Gimli," Legolas said with a smile. Gimli nodded and turned to go down the hall but not before he turned and took one last look at Amaris and gave her a wink. Legolas looked at Amaris and held out his arm to her. "Are you ready, Amaris?" Amaris smiled and nodded her head.

"Yes. Let's go." She laced her arm with his and they left their chambers and made their way outside to meet with the Mirkwood elves and the others from Imladris.