Disclaimer: I do not own any of the characters from LotR. So… leave me alone already! Kidding! Come back!

Warnings: Shounen-ai/Slash, Aragorn/Legolas. Don't like, don't read. It's really that simple.

Sry 'bout all grammar and/or spelling mistakes.

Ouch, sry 'bout the wait guys. Eesh… didn't mean to do that. One-shots, man. Blame the one-shots. …then again, I did update my other fic… which isn't a one-shot so I guess ya can't blame them… But I did do a one-shot, too. Man, someone shut me up! Yeah, don't mind me I need some sleep…

Okay, so just read and I hope you enjoy. n.n Plz review, too. I need input, man. Lost lots of people last time.

Heart's Truth

Chapter Three

Relaxation

"There you are!" Elladan shouted, relieved at the sight of Aragorn and Legolas. "We have been looking for you two."

Aragorn stopped running his fingers through Legolas' hair and brought a finger to his lips, gesturing for his brother to be quiet.

After their kiss Legolas and Aragorn had just sat under the tree, enjoying each other's company while they could. The blonde was actually sleeping now. He had been exhausted; running after Aragorn hadn't made matters better either.

Aragorn had realized the running had put a strain on his own wound on his leg that had only just healed.

"What are you two doing here?" the elf hissed when he got closer.

The human looked down at the golden head in his lap; he hadn't even realized he had started running his fingers through his hair again. "Nothing. Legolas just wished for some fresh air," he answered in a whisper.

Elladan could easily tell that there was more to it and that his brother had just lied to him, however, he didn't press the matter, for he knew that Aragorn wouldn't tell him… not yet at least.

"How is Elrohir?" the ranger asked quietly, changing the subject away from himself and Legolas.

"A lot better. He's resting at the moment," Elladan said. Then, as if he suddenly remembered, "You should get back to Legolas' room. Ada's none too happy about you two just leaving like that. Legolas is still in no condition to be freely wandering around."

"Iston," the human replied guiltily. If he hadn't ran off the archer wouldn't be in the exhausted state he was in now… or at least not this exhausted. "I shall be up shortly. I do not wish to wake him… not yet."

Elladan looked at his human brother with a questioning gaze, but Aragorn continued to look down at the elf in his lap. "I will tell Ada that I found you two, then," he stated slowly, sensing his brother's need to be alone for while. He should have already found and told their father that he found them anyway. They had given them quite the scare when they found Legolas' room empty. At first they thought, with dread, that the prince had snuck off to Mirkwood and that Aragorn had found out and followed instead of telling anyone. That especially scared the others, for it was a very possible situation. Indeed, something similar had happened before.

"Hannon le," the ranger said softly.

The elf just nodded, though he knew Aragorn couldn't see it, and went to find their father, who was still looking for the two friends.

Elladan couldn't quite explain it, but he had seen something different in Aragorn's eyes when regarding the blonde. What was it? He couldn't place it. And he was sure that if he were to inquire Aragorn wouldn't tell him.

Aragorn sighed in relief when he saw his eldest brother disappear around the corner. He wasn't sure if they were going to tell anyone of their new relationship, but he figured that, for now, it would be best for no one to know. They could discuss it later. All he wanted right now was for Legolas to rest and recover.

…he had to check on Elrohir, too. He felt bad for neglecting his duties as a brother. His feelings for Legolas had just preoccupied him too much and prevented him from doing so.

Aragorn felt the elf in his lap stir so he looked down. He was greeted with a pair of crystal-blue eyes, ones that could melt anyone's heart, even without trying. "Sleep well?" he asked with a wide smile.

Legolas mumbled something too quietly to understand, but by his expression he had.

"Good," the human said, leaning down to kiss the blonde.

Legolas was only too happy to return the kiss and brought his hand up to Aragorn's neck, bringing him even closer.

"Thank you," the archer said when they pulled apart.

"No need to thank me. I would be pleased to do that many more times," the ranger said jokingly, knowing that he hadn't been referring to the kiss.

Legolas chuckled softly. "Not for that, though I did enjoy it."

Aragorn smiled and kissed the elf's forehead. "Then for what?"

"For staying by my side. For helping me, for protecting me, for… everything. This month hasn't been all that fun, especially for you and… I thought it was about time I thanked you for everything you had to put up with," the blonde said staring directly into Aragorn's grey eyes while holding onto his hand.

"You know there is no need to thank me for that. I could never leave you; definitely not when you need me most," the human promised with a kiss.

"Oh!" he suddenly exclaimed, smacking his hand to his forehead, "I forgot: Ada wanted you back in your room. We scared him and Elladan when we weren't in the room. They looked everywhere for us."

Legolas groaned. "Must we go back?" He did feel guilty for making them worry; however, he didn't want to leave the garden. It was just too peaceful. And he loved just relaxing under the tree with Aragorn. It was a secluded spot as well, where no one would bother them… with the exception of the people that knew this was Legolas' favorite spot.

"Aye, I'm surprised he did not come after us himself," the ranger said. He leaned forward, giving Legolas another kiss before poking the elf to stand up.

Once up the still-injured elf was met with another bout of dizziness. He grabbed onto the closest thing to him, which was Aragorn, fortunately.

The human frowned in concern. "Are you alright, mellon-nin?"

Legolas breathed in deeply; then exhaled shakily. "I'm fine. We can go now," he said after a moment, straightening himself.

Aragorn watched him with doubt, and couldn't help but notice how he still leaned against him with tremors racking his body.

The two continued on to Legolas' room, the elf still walking close to the human, even after the ground had stopped tilting beneath his feet.

"I want to check on Elrohir. Would you like to come with me?" the brown-haired human questioned after a few moments. He had nearly forgotten about that, too!

"You need to ask?" the prince asked, raising his eyebrows.

Aragorn grinned crookedly, knowing the answer.

He led them to Elrohir's room, still supporting the injured elf.

When they entered the younger twin's room, they found Elladan there as well.

Both of them looked up at the door when they opened it. Elladan didn't look too happy since Aragorn was supposed to bring Legolas back to his room. Their father was waiting for them as well. However, he said nothing knowing they would not leave, not without talking to Elrohir.

Elrohir, on the other hand, smiled widely at the sight of his younger brother, and their friend. He didn't like how pale Legolas looked, but it was understandable given his condition. He was surprised he was up and about in the first place.

"How are you, Elrohir?" Aragorn asked in concern.

"Much better. How about you and Legolas?" He knew that the human's leg had just healed, but he had noticed his slight limp and wondered if he had put too much strain on it supporting Legolas. The archer just didn't look like he should be out of bed. He had no idea how he felt when he first got out of bed, however that had definitely changed.

After their greetings Aragorn helped Legolas down on a chair near Elrohir's bed. He was getting increasingly concerned with how tired the blonde seemed to be getting. He stayed close to his side; thankfully, the chair was near a wall, this way he could ease the pressure from his leg and lean against it.

With both of them settled, the four of them conversed. While they were Elrohir couldn't help but notice that his younger brother was standing even closer to the archer than usual. He shrugged it off. No use dwelling on that thought. No answers would come from that.

Aragorn and the twins were laughing at a story Elrohir had told them. The human noted that Legolas hadn't said anything or even laughed. He thought of sure the elf would have something to say about the tale, it being about a past mistake of his.

The human pushed himself off the wall slightly so he could get a better look at the prince. He frowned in deep concern when he saw the elf's eyes were closed in sleep.

He wondered how long he had been asleep. It couldn't have been tool long, he figured, for he was sure one of the twins would have noticed it – if not him.

"I should take him back to his room," the ranger whispered, not wanting to wake the injured elf.

"I told you, and him, that not ten minutes ago," the elder twin said, clearly not pleased. Legolas had been dozing on and off since sitting down, however, he had blatantly refused to sleep.

"You cannot blame him for wanting to stay out of bed, though, with how long he's had to already," the younger twin said sadly, staring at Legolas.

"Aye," Aragorn agreed with a sigh. He then picked up Legolas. "I shall come back later," he promised, going to the door with the blonde in his arms, who was much lighter than he should have been.

Elladan stood up and opened the door for him.

"Thanks," the human said gratefully. He then made his way down the hall to Legolas' room.

When he got there he was surprised to find the door already open. Looking in he found his father sitting in the chair by the balcony. He was even more shocked when he realized Elrond was sleeping.

Well, that explains why he did not come after us, the ranger thought.

He quietly went over to the bed; laying the elf onto it, and covering him, being careful of the wound.

Bringing his gaze back to the elder elf he couldn't believe he was still sleeping. Usually he would have woken up right when they entered the room. He must be really exhausted. Well, he probably received the least amount of sleep out of all of us, he thought guiltily. They had all been resting and recovering while their poor father had to constantly take care of them, filled with worry.

Aragorn sighed heavily and pulled the other chair up close to the bed. He leaned close to Legolas and kissed him on the forehead.

…okay, so there was way too much fluffy-ness in there. But this is Romance so I guess I'll have to deal with it. .:sighs:. What was I thinkin' when I started this fic… .:shakes head:. I do hope you guys enjoyed it, though. And I really cannot type and it's makin' me freakin' mad! Rawr!

I keep wanting to put talí instead of like mellon-nin or somethin' along those lines. It's in the book I just finsihed... all three of the series, and I keep thinkin' about that. Everything freakin' reminds me of that book, man. But I really doubt it would work in this fic... XD Too bad, though. It'd be nice and easy to just slip in there...Rawr! The next book needs to hurry up and come out already!

Screw it. I did have this long thing here regarding Legolas and Aragorn's relationship, but it's of no importance. I think I got all the advice I'm goin' to get. And I must thank Anonymous Noldo for pointing that out for me... well, not that, but you know what I'm talkin' about. I kinda spaced on that, and that's freakin' horrible cuz that's somethin' I really should not do, especially on a fic like this. I was just typin' this up extra fast cuz... well, I had to... But anywayz... thx for your support guys, and hopefully I'll be able to figure something out for Aragorn's heir-ish-ness. If I don't find somethin' that I like I just may split them apart. I can do that... I am the authoress and angst is the genre, after all. I may not want to, but... I can. n.n;;;

Sry with all that, but… yeah. I still hate having to do that… .:sighs:. Fear not, though, my fellow fanfic fans (-.-), I definitely will finish this fic. I will never leave a fic unfinished… unless, of course, I have no choice, which very well could happen, but… yeah.

So… on with the Review Responses

Enelya Aldarion – Lol! I know! Don't ya love slashy-ness. n.n I'm glad ya think I didn't mess it up, too. Lol, that would be amusing, but obviously I did not have the happen… Elrond needs sleep, too! XD Well, hope ya had fun there. n.n What's 'ttfn', btw?

Adrianna – Lol, yeah, I know, but… well, it's me we're talkin' about here, and I feel guilty about pretty much anything and everything. Lol, thx, appreciate that. n.n Oh, believe me I know. I'm one of those people that does nothing but read. n.n

InsanePirate - …didn't you have… no never mind, that is only your yahoo… XD Lol… well, since I already told ya the book… it'd be pretty pointless to do so again… n.n;;; Lmao! Whoa there, buddy, "giggling and going insane", huh? Well, glad ya like it so much. n.n Well, you shall be happy to know that I am done with the books that are out so far. Lol. Hope to talk to you soon. n.n

IwishChan – Lol, thx! I'm glad he does, too! n.n

empath89 – Lol. I'm hoping to keep them together, but like I said above: I need a good way to keep them together with Legolas bein' the heir and all…

Got a lot less reviews this time... .:shrugs:. Fine by me, I'm just glad for the ones I got. n.n Thank you to the people stickin' with me. n.n I know it can't be easy. XD

Gah! I hate the word 'cute'! I should never write stuff that that word works for! .:hisses:. I can't blame you guys for using it, though… not at all. I just really don't like the word. n.n;;; …use it if you wish…

Yeah, I'm goin' to sleep… sleepy, sleepy, sleep.

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