Many, many thanks to BlondeAndBrilliant, Cilmesse, Elven Bunny, Chicky Poo, chandramukhi, and shaun for reviewing! That makes me super happy. Oh, and everybody has been asking about how Tunidel can be a male if the breed of horses is called Spirit Mares. Well, from now on it will be Spirit Steed, (thanks Cilmesse), because a steed is, get this, an especially spirited horse! Okay, here's the sixth chapter.

Arwen's Reaction

Legolas arrived at Imladris later that week, have had to stop on Tunidel's command. There was something going on with that spirit steed. Something weird. Who does he think he is, just to stop running? I am the one in charge, not him. My friends lives are in danger and he insists on finding a mate. For goodness sake!

"Ah Legolas, you have arrived. And brought with you a Shiri'tel." Elrond bowed low to Tunidel who, to Legolas' surprise, dropped his head level with Elrond's.

What's he bowing to you for? asked Legolas to Tunidel, thoroughly confused.

Never you mind, was Tunidel's reply.

"Lord Elrond," said Legolas, now that Elrond had risen, "I have to request your presence on the matter of the sword. Perhaps it would be good to have Arwen come along too."

Elrond nodded. "Yes, I had a feeling that you needed to talk. Come, we will find Arwen and walk in the forest. There you will feel most comfortable telling your story."

Legolas agreed and set Tunidel free to wander before following Elrond over a bridge to find Arwen, quite pregnant, reading in a gazebo. "Many blessings for your child when he may be born," said Legolas.

"Legolas!" said Arwen, "I've not seen you for quite a long time. What is the occasion?"

"Let us walk," said Elrond before Legolas could answer.

Arwen nodded, set down her book, and heaved herself off the bed, with the help of Legolas' steady hand. "Tell us why you are here Legolas," said Arwen as the threesome reached a clearing in the forest.

"Please, sit down," said Legolas motioning to a fallen tree trunk. The little buzz in the back of his mind told him that Tunidel was listening too. "Well, as you both probably know, Tári Isnlagir stole the sword and ran off through the forest with it. Aragorn went after her once he found she was gone. I went after Aragorn, for I thought that even two people would not keep the sword safe. Well, I was right. Uruks attacked Tári and Aragorn, and they were both kidnapped. The sword was taken also. I can honestly say that I have no idea where Tári and Aragorn were taken, but I need to find them. And I cannot do it alone."

Arwen looked at Legolas with tears in her eyes. "You will find Aragorn and Tári. And you will find them soon. I miss him Legolas," she shed several tears. "He was gone for two months and was supposed to come home this week, but now this happened and he's stuck with that little hín. Legolas, I need him to come home. How can I have my baby when he isn't here?" Arwen stood up and ran, (as fast as she could with the baby), to her little gazebo overlooking the river.

"Lord Elrond, I am sorry for upsetting your daughter," said Legolas, standing near to Elrond.

"Legolas, she will be fine. Aragorn will come home eventually and the sword will be regained to us. I am going to give you Elladan and Elrohir to help you locate the Uruks and set the prisoners free. You will let the Uruk's keep the sword for several days after Aragorn and Tari escape, for they will eventually loosen their guard on it and the five of you can slip in and get it back. Then, you must come back here as fast as your horses or feet will allow and give the sword to me so that I can examine it," said Elrond.

"Yes, sir." Legolas turned to go.

"And Legolas?" said Elrond, "Take your horse with you. He will be a valuable asset to the recovery attempt."

Legolas nodded and walked out of the forest, calling out to Tunidel with his mind.

You called? was Tunidel's reply.

What was all that about. I mean, I'm sure that you are an important asset, but I also know that you are keeping secrets from me, and he seems to know that.

Now is not the time, said Tunidel, shutting his mind.

Okay, chapter six is now complete. Will you all please review?