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Note: Thanks for the reviews. The moment is finally here, Elrond is taking Arwen and Aragorn and Legolas are leaving for Ithilien. Anyway enough about that now, let's begin.

Guards were moving through the citadel and trying to calm the horses enough for the two parties that were leaving today. Some of the guards were sad and others angry, Elrond was taking Queen Arwen with him to let her sail across the sea and King Elessar was doing nothing about it and he was leaving himself, to go view Ithilien. The King did not look good himself, whispers were among the people of Gondor that Aragorn was very sad for the departure of his queen but did not want to admit it. Most people would not hear anything about the rumours that Lord Elrond was spreading about the King having another one on the side.

In the mean time Aragorn did not care for all that was happening outside, his bedroom was a mess and that was because he was packing all his stuff in a bag. His mind was racing, only a few more hours and then he could be alone with Legolas, such bliss. He was nearly singing out loud, it was a good thing that he didn't, because somebody just walked in.

"Estel, such a mess you make. You are not sharing my room if you keep doing this." Legolas lightly jested. Aragorn jumped when he heard the Elf's voice and landed with a small thump right beside the bed on his behind. He grimaced and while rubbing his butt he answered. "Are you implying anything, my Prince?"

Legolas shrugged and answered. "Not at all, my King, one is just merely saying that if you keep making a mess then where do we sleep."

"I was told that there was not going to be much sleeping." Aragorn continued to pack his belongings in a pack. He turned slightly to see the flustered face of Legolas before he turned around and went back to packing. Legolas was at loss for words, normally he would be the one making comments like these but Aragorn proved to be a quick learner.

He humped much to Aragorn's amusement before he grabbed the man by his shirt and pulled him closer, making it appear as if he was strangling him. Aragorn's eyes were large; he looked in panic at Legolas. Wanting to say something but was interrupted when Legolas kissed him full on the mouth. Before Aragorn could respond the Elf broke apart and raised an eyebrow when he saw Aragorn's flushed face. Aragorn looked for a loss and a worried expression crossed Legolas's face before he inched closer to the man and asked. "What is wrong?"

Aragorn blushed even more before he leaned forward and said. "I have a small problem." He swallowed but did not say anything more. Legolas blinked before he asked. "Well are you planning on telling me what this problem is?"

Aragorn looked down for one second before he raised his gaze back at Legolas and answered in a small whisper. "I am kind of aroused and it is quite obvious." He looked back down again and Legolas followed his gaze. The man was wearing tight leggings and it was quite obvious as to what Legolas had done with his jesting and his kiss. The Elf shook his head while a tender smile graced his lips and he muttered. "Ai, humans, honestly. Think of something that turns you off and then finish packing. Elrond is leaving soon and I think that you should talk to him before he leaves."

Aragorn nodded and leaned his head on the Elf's shoulder, standing with his back towards the door in case somebody should walk in so they would not see his arousal. The Elf smiled gently before he patted the human on the head. After while Aragorn looked back up and removed himself from the Elf's embrace. He nodded to say that he had himself under control, Legolas raised a suggestive eyebrow and Aragorn closed his eyes to keep his self control, he smiled at the memory that ran through his mind and what was going to happen soon.

Legolas wanted to move towards the human when he heard voices in the door opening. These belonged to Merry and Pippin. The door soon opened and Aragorn opened his eyes again. He smiled when his friends walked in. "So who is Estel?" Pippin asked.

"I am." Aragorn answered. He smiled slightly; these two hobbits were his favourites. "But then if you are Estel, then you and Legolas must be..." Pippin could not utter the next words.

"In love? Together? Saying I love you to each other? Being more then friends?" Aragorn helpfully suggested. Legolas shook his head as he watched the human's smile growing every time he said another thing. "Yes, we are lovers." The Elf finished before Aragorn could say another word.

The man smiled even more at that word. Legolas shook his head before he said. "Can you smile any wider, Estel?"

"Yep, sure can." Aragorn answered amused. The Hobbits exchanged a look; they have never seen the friends this way. "So, what are you going to do now?" Pippin asked a little bit tense.

Aragorn's head snapped back to the two Hobbits standing there before he looked back at Legolas, it would not be a good thing to really tell them what they had planned once they were in Ithilien, and it would blow them apart. It was a good thing Legolas answered. "We don't know yet, all we know is that we are going to make for Ithilien and then we will see from there. I think Aragorn needs a break from the city of Minas Tirith."

Aragorn nodded and answered. "Are you going back to the Shire?"

"No, we wanted to ask if we could travel with you guys for a little while. We did not spend enough time with everybody and are just wondering what is going on in everybody's life right now." Merry answered.

Aragorn exchanged a look with Legolas before he asked a serious expression on his face. "Are you sure you want that? I mean, don't be surprised, if me and Legolas well… you know… can be a little… oh how do you say that… act as if we are in love… if it is too much just let us know." He finally finished. Legolas and the Hobbits were both staring at him. He shook his head and answered. "Well, that is why we are going, right?" The question was aimed at Legolas who nodded.

They were distracted when the horns sounded outside. Aragorn cursed and quickly stuffed some clothes into his pack before he took off. The Hobbits were looking at him again and Legolas explained. "Elrond is leaving and Aragorn needs to say goodbye to his wife and his father so that is why he is leaving so fast. The King is supposed to be there and here is chatting away with us."

The Hobbits nodded and ran after him. Legolas smiled before he made his way over to the courtyard where he found Aragorn putting his pack away before he walked up to Elrond. The Elven Lord turned when Aragorn neared him. "Estel, I wish to say that I am sorry, my words were harshly spoken and it would be my honour to call you son once again. I know Arwen wanted you to be happy but I was merely angry and my grief took over. I am sorry, it should not have happened."

Aragorn nodded, not sure if Elrond's words were sincere. "I accept your apology, my Lord. I wish things between us could have been different but I cannot change my heart. I bid you a safe journey and never forget that I loved your daughter, I hope that she finds somebody who is worthy of her." He bowed briefly.

Elrond shifted his gaze and answered. "Yes, I hope so too. I will come to you before I leave these shores, which will not be for a little while. Not another human lifetime but not for another 3 years, by then I should have received word if she has been reborn or not. If she does, she will not remember you, I will make sure of that. I still love you, Aragorn, it is not too late to change your ways, just say it and I shall take back everything I have ever said to you that caused your hurt."

Cold anger flashed in Aragorn's eyes before he spoke. "I will say these words, I love another more then your daughter. I have not cheated on her with another while we were married and I would never, even if she was still alive I would continue to live like the first part of our marriage. It pains me to realize that you would think that of me. Goodbye, my lord, may your daughter find happiness in somebody else's arms, for I know that she would never be happy with me." With those words he walked off.

Elrond looked back once before he mounted his horse and gave the signal to ride. If Aragorn had looked back, he would have seen his Atar riding away from him with the woman he called his wife for so many years, yet the one that held his heart was standing before him and would stand by his side no matter what.

Legolas looked at the man, he could see that Aragorn was no longer the little boy he had met but had grown into a King. A King who was wise because he had tasted sorrow and known the pain of loss. Aragorn smiled briefly before he ordered the guards to make everything ready for his trip to Ithilien, he wanted to leave and forget the last few weeks, replace the memories with something happier.

He walked past the Elf and touched him on the stomach for a brief moment before he walked off, towards the stables. Aragorn looked back, to see if Legolas would come. The Elf raised his eyebrows, wondering what the Man was up to this time.

Soon the answer came when Aragorn had mounted his horse and he was leading him towards the gates of the city. Legolas followed suit and the guards were going crazy trying to tell the young King to stay, Aragorn would not hear it and soon the party sped off towards Ithilien.

Hope you liked it. Please post some ideas. Anyway until next time, I think it will be Sunday or Saturday but I have to see.