The Mystery of Love
Chapter Six
A Journey to Rivendell
~~POV-REYNA~~
I stared at the ring finger on his left hand. It bore a silver band. I shut out the outside world as I fell deep into thought. 'He has a lover? She is not a wife; he expressed his desires not to marry. Oh no! Wait, why do I care? Perhaps Arwen was right to a certain degree.' I blinked a few times and took in the scene before me. Legolas was talking to Hir Thranduil and Arwen was staring intently at me. I looked up at her, "What are they discussing?"
Arwen frowned, "Aragorn returned from Rivendell with father but it would seem that he must return now that you are healed. There is a grave war raging around the northern borders of Rivendell. The Uruk-hai have resurfaced and many casualties have already occurred. I have already sent Aragorn and Gandolf has also gone. Legolas is asking Thranduil to grant him leave. Thranduil's Royal Guard, Loraine and I should be able to hold off and pathetic attempts at taking Mirkwood."
I sat straight up and ran over to Legolas, "I am coming." An Elf with pale skin and very dark hair stood next to Thranduil.
His crystalline eyes were very wise and he shook his head, "I have only just healed you Híril, do not ever consider battling!"
I glared at him, "I guess that would make you Hir Elrond.well just to warn you, I am not a very nice person. I tend to break a lot of elven rules and your rules are definitely going to be broken. I am Princess Reyna Lindele, Court of Gondor. I shall defend your colony for one soul reason. You left your armies to heal me, now I must repay that debt. My own healing magic will speed the healing on the ride there. Trust me, I will not be injured by weak Uruk-hai." His face was aghast and I continued; "I am not one to follow what is expected of a lady. I swear like a man and fight like an animal. I will be a useful collaborator."
Legolas will back me on this. You saw the burial preparations for Hir Lorei; I did that to him. Legolas provided the nice arrow holes though." Elrond watched me intently for a moment. He glanced down at my chest. No, he glanced at the sapphire pendant I bore.
He opened his mouth, "Ah. I see that you are Wicca Fae. That would explain the peculiar armor among other things. Well, Híril Reyna Lindele of Gondor. I am Hir Elrond, ruler of Rivendell. Selde ne Amil {Daughter of Mother} you are very brave. If Thranduil will grant you leave, I will allow you to accompany Hir Legolas."
My eyes lit up as I saw Legolas smile happily. I gave Thranduil the most pathetic puppy dog face that I could. He laughed, "Alright, I grant you leave."
Arwen smiled as I turned to her, "I will need access to the Royal tailor, and perhaps your weapon smith and armory."
Elrond and Thranduil looked at Legolas's astonished face, mirth dancing in their eyes. Legolas shook his head, "Ok, ok. Well, Ariane runs the armory. Kaire is the tailor and our weapon smith was wounded in the battle in which you arrived. I will forge your weapons."
Elrond started to object to royalty doing such crude work but Thranduil shook his head to silence the Hir. I smiled, "Thank you Hir Legolas. I greatly appreciate your offer." I turned to Arwen, "Since Ehtele'mele {vernal equinox} is celebrated all week I will need many fine gowns. I must find a partner for the festivities. Perhaps a Rivendell Elf will fancy me." Legolas's cheeks flushed with some emotion I could not detect. Arwen nodded and departed to find dresses. Kaire entered and walked up.
I smiled, "Hello."
He bowed, "Híril Reyna, I will need to take your measurements." I nodded and he removed my armor, leaving me in my tunic. He nodded, "34, 24, 40. Inseam is 37 inches and length from hips is 45 inches."
Legolas stared intently at me as I was measured. We both blushed when our eyes met. A shorter elf, about 5'7" was hurriedly scribbling down the numbers as the tailor shouted them out. Finally he stood, "We cannot make a dress for such odd measurements in a day's time but we will have three more tunics, like the one you wear now, for you in three hours. What colors?"
I pondered this as Legolas answered, "One royal blue, an emerald green and a ruby red one." The tailor nodded and bowed out. As I eyed Legolas oddly, Arwen smiled. Elrond and Thranduil departed, eyes filled with amusement. I turned to him and he glanced away, "Pack swiftly Híril. We depart at sunrise." I nodded and he departed, for his own chambers I assume. I slept for an hour when Arwen woke me.
I groaned groggily, "Mellon, mankoi naa lle?" {Friend, why are you here?}
She smiled, "Anar wende {sun maiden}, I have found three dazzling dresses. You must try them on."
I rose wearily, "Ok." I opened my eyes to see an amazing dress that was a deep royal blue. The sleeves were sheer and puffed up at the shoulder. They ran all the way to my wrist and the tip tied around my middle finger. All along the bodice there were black velvet vines and flowers. The neckline was squarely cut off high enough to conceal and low enough to reveal. I blushed as I saw the full skirt that was a shade paler than the rest of the dress. It shimmered faintly in the moonlight. I smiled, "It will be perfect!" She held out two other evening dresses made the exact same way and colored crimson and forest green. I hugged her tightly, "Diola lle ikotane, seller'." {Thank you so, sister.}
She smiled, "You will win his heart in Rivendell. Trust me."
I looked innocently at her, "Win whose heart?"
She smiled, "Why Prince Legolas's heart, of course!"
I blushed furiously, "Why would I want to do that?" She smiled and packed the gowns into my bag.
She looked up, "Legolas's guard, Ariane, will be accompanying the horse that will be carrying the luggage. He is setting off an hour earlier so that you will meet half way and by the time orcs start to pop up you and Legolas will be there."
I nodded, "Well then we must collect my tunics from Kaire."
Arwen held up three tunics, "I had him put it at the front of the line. They are done. I also gave Ariane your armor. He has made one copy of it and is working on one more. Legolas has made you twenty crystal tipped arrows. He also has adjusted your sheath so that it may be worn on horseback."
I gasped, "They all did this for me?"
Arwen nodded, "You are a Princess." I blushed and she and I started to pack everything that would be necessary.
~~~POV CHANGE-LEGOLAS GREENLEAF~~~
I had already packed her armor and now Elrond, Ariane and I awaited her in the stables. The packhorse was loaded completely and I impatiently paced to and fro. Elrond stopped me, "Young Prince, please. Your anxiety makes me nervous. We will arrive in Rivendell safely." I nodded and Ariane mounted his horse. I waved to him as he departed. One hour to sunrise. I whistled to call Arod. I saddled him and brushed his mane impatiently.
I turned to Lord Elrond, "I am going to fetch her." As I started up the stairs I saw her descend. I gasped, she wore a pair of tight black pants and knee high elven boots. What amazed me was her regal air. She wore a periwinkle colored shirt that had billowing translucent sleeves. The top fell alluringly and was made of the same material as the sleeves but in layers. On her head she wore a silver adornment. It fell from her hair down to her forehead. It met in the middle of her brow with a stunning sapphire. I bowed, "Turinqui Reyna {Queen Reyna}, allow me to escort you."
She placed her chilly arm soundlessly in the crook of mine and we descended the stairs together. She smiled, "Diola lle, Haryon Legolas Greenleaf." {Thank you, Prince Legolas Greenleaf.} Her voice was much more noble than before and I wondered what her and Arwen had been talking about to cause such a change. She smiled, "Lye naa autien sii?" {We are going now?} I nodded and she mounted her horse. I had never seen this horse before. It was black with white socks and a white star on its brow. I smiled; this was the amil rokkoho {mother's horse}. This was the mare that every Queen of the Fae rode.
I glanced at Reyna as I mounted Arod, "What is her name?"
Reyna smiled, "Kemi." {Earth.}
I smiled, "It's a name that suits such a fine horse." She blushed. Elrond mounted and we departed. Reyna rode bare back without once complaining. The journey was thirty leagues. After about two hours of hard riding we met up with Ariane.
I smiled, "Hir Ariane! Almaarea arin a' lle!" {Blessed morning to you!}
He turned, still at a swift trot. He smiled, "Haryon Legolas! Maar Arin! Sut naa lle?" {Prince Legolas. Good morning! How are you?}
I galloped up next to him, "Amin na quel. Ar lle?" {I am well. And you?}
He nodded, "Amin na quel." {I am well.}
Reyna galloped ahead impatiently, "Hir Elrond, Lye ant asc!" }We need to make haste!}
Elrond raised his brow questioningly, "Kuru na nyara lle sina?" {Magic is telling you this?} She nodded fiercely. Elrond broke in to a gallop. He turned to me, "Amin ommentuva lle e' Rivendell." {I will meet you in Rivendell.} I nodded and the two sped off and out of site. I rode in a slow trot next to Ariane.
Ariane sighed, "Haryon Legolas, lle aut. Amin na tereva." {Prince Legolas, you go. I am fine.}
I looked at him wearily, "Lle irma sina?" {You desire this?} He drew his sword and nodded. I leaned forward to increase agility as Arod raced through the forest as fast as he could.
One hour later I reached Rivendell to see Reyna bowing and speaking with Aragorn. Elrond was rushing Gandalf into the castle, talking hurriedly.
Reyna smiled at me and turned to Aragorn, "Amin utune lle yanw Ariane. Lle cael rokkoamin." {I ask you to join Ariane. You have my horse.}
Aragorn nodded, "Uma, Amin yanwuva Ariane." {Yes, I will join Ariane.}
Reyna bowed once more, "Diola lle." {Thank you.} Aragorn mounted Kemi and rode swiftly out into the woods.
Reyna waved to me regally, "Haryon Legolas, asc!" {Prince Legolas, make haste!}
I sprinted up to her and offered her my arm, "Híril? Ume lle san seasa e' lema?" {Lady? Did you take pleasure in the journey?}
Reyna smiled, "Uma Haryon Legolas." {Yes prince Legolas.}
Suddenly Elrond rushed out, his face paler than usual. He beckoned, "Lye naa nu cronh!" {We are under attack!} Reyna drew her bow back and ran around the side of the grounds. I followed, three arrows set on my bow. She saw the Uruk-hai and launched her arrows. I did too. I stood behind her to continue using my bow.
She drew her sword, "Llie qualmuva!" {You all will die!} She ran her sword through three of them and drew her emerald dagger in her right hand. She spun twice, holding out both daggers and killing seven Uruk-hai. Of course, I was shooting many with my bow too. Gandalf came out and fought along side us. A few of Elrond's men had started fight from the other side. We worked our way to the middle and Reyna decapitated the last warrior. She sneered, "Weaklings." She dropped her emerald dagger and leaned over to pick it up with her left hand after sheathing her elven sword. Her shoulder was still weak. I looked her over closely, not a smudge of Uruk-hai blood touched her outfit but her face and hair were lathered in the dark substance. She blushed, "Amin hiraetha, Haryon." {I am sorry prince.}
I put my arm around her gingerly, "Ten' mani?" {For what?}
She blushed and allowed me to escort her to her palace chambers. Her room was right next to mine, and through no choice of my own, had a door conjoining the two. I did not tell of this. I just let her sleep. I set her on my bed for maidens were unpacking her luggage in her chambers. I kissed her forehead and whispered, "Umma dela. Etsa sinome, lle naa belegohtar, mellamin." {Don't worry. Rest here, you are a brave warrior, my love.}
~~End~~
Finally done! Woo hoo; it is a long chappy too!! Yeah for me!! Well, enjoy. R&R If any of you have a really long question/comment, you can e-mail me @: tainted_gurl13@hotmail.com Namarie!
Chapter Six
A Journey to Rivendell
~~POV-REYNA~~
I stared at the ring finger on his left hand. It bore a silver band. I shut out the outside world as I fell deep into thought. 'He has a lover? She is not a wife; he expressed his desires not to marry. Oh no! Wait, why do I care? Perhaps Arwen was right to a certain degree.' I blinked a few times and took in the scene before me. Legolas was talking to Hir Thranduil and Arwen was staring intently at me. I looked up at her, "What are they discussing?"
Arwen frowned, "Aragorn returned from Rivendell with father but it would seem that he must return now that you are healed. There is a grave war raging around the northern borders of Rivendell. The Uruk-hai have resurfaced and many casualties have already occurred. I have already sent Aragorn and Gandolf has also gone. Legolas is asking Thranduil to grant him leave. Thranduil's Royal Guard, Loraine and I should be able to hold off and pathetic attempts at taking Mirkwood."
I sat straight up and ran over to Legolas, "I am coming." An Elf with pale skin and very dark hair stood next to Thranduil.
His crystalline eyes were very wise and he shook his head, "I have only just healed you Híril, do not ever consider battling!"
I glared at him, "I guess that would make you Hir Elrond.well just to warn you, I am not a very nice person. I tend to break a lot of elven rules and your rules are definitely going to be broken. I am Princess Reyna Lindele, Court of Gondor. I shall defend your colony for one soul reason. You left your armies to heal me, now I must repay that debt. My own healing magic will speed the healing on the ride there. Trust me, I will not be injured by weak Uruk-hai." His face was aghast and I continued; "I am not one to follow what is expected of a lady. I swear like a man and fight like an animal. I will be a useful collaborator."
Legolas will back me on this. You saw the burial preparations for Hir Lorei; I did that to him. Legolas provided the nice arrow holes though." Elrond watched me intently for a moment. He glanced down at my chest. No, he glanced at the sapphire pendant I bore.
He opened his mouth, "Ah. I see that you are Wicca Fae. That would explain the peculiar armor among other things. Well, Híril Reyna Lindele of Gondor. I am Hir Elrond, ruler of Rivendell. Selde ne Amil {Daughter of Mother} you are very brave. If Thranduil will grant you leave, I will allow you to accompany Hir Legolas."
My eyes lit up as I saw Legolas smile happily. I gave Thranduil the most pathetic puppy dog face that I could. He laughed, "Alright, I grant you leave."
Arwen smiled as I turned to her, "I will need access to the Royal tailor, and perhaps your weapon smith and armory."
Elrond and Thranduil looked at Legolas's astonished face, mirth dancing in their eyes. Legolas shook his head, "Ok, ok. Well, Ariane runs the armory. Kaire is the tailor and our weapon smith was wounded in the battle in which you arrived. I will forge your weapons."
Elrond started to object to royalty doing such crude work but Thranduil shook his head to silence the Hir. I smiled, "Thank you Hir Legolas. I greatly appreciate your offer." I turned to Arwen, "Since Ehtele'mele {vernal equinox} is celebrated all week I will need many fine gowns. I must find a partner for the festivities. Perhaps a Rivendell Elf will fancy me." Legolas's cheeks flushed with some emotion I could not detect. Arwen nodded and departed to find dresses. Kaire entered and walked up.
I smiled, "Hello."
He bowed, "Híril Reyna, I will need to take your measurements." I nodded and he removed my armor, leaving me in my tunic. He nodded, "34, 24, 40. Inseam is 37 inches and length from hips is 45 inches."
Legolas stared intently at me as I was measured. We both blushed when our eyes met. A shorter elf, about 5'7" was hurriedly scribbling down the numbers as the tailor shouted them out. Finally he stood, "We cannot make a dress for such odd measurements in a day's time but we will have three more tunics, like the one you wear now, for you in three hours. What colors?"
I pondered this as Legolas answered, "One royal blue, an emerald green and a ruby red one." The tailor nodded and bowed out. As I eyed Legolas oddly, Arwen smiled. Elrond and Thranduil departed, eyes filled with amusement. I turned to him and he glanced away, "Pack swiftly Híril. We depart at sunrise." I nodded and he departed, for his own chambers I assume. I slept for an hour when Arwen woke me.
I groaned groggily, "Mellon, mankoi naa lle?" {Friend, why are you here?}
She smiled, "Anar wende {sun maiden}, I have found three dazzling dresses. You must try them on."
I rose wearily, "Ok." I opened my eyes to see an amazing dress that was a deep royal blue. The sleeves were sheer and puffed up at the shoulder. They ran all the way to my wrist and the tip tied around my middle finger. All along the bodice there were black velvet vines and flowers. The neckline was squarely cut off high enough to conceal and low enough to reveal. I blushed as I saw the full skirt that was a shade paler than the rest of the dress. It shimmered faintly in the moonlight. I smiled, "It will be perfect!" She held out two other evening dresses made the exact same way and colored crimson and forest green. I hugged her tightly, "Diola lle ikotane, seller'." {Thank you so, sister.}
She smiled, "You will win his heart in Rivendell. Trust me."
I looked innocently at her, "Win whose heart?"
She smiled, "Why Prince Legolas's heart, of course!"
I blushed furiously, "Why would I want to do that?" She smiled and packed the gowns into my bag.
She looked up, "Legolas's guard, Ariane, will be accompanying the horse that will be carrying the luggage. He is setting off an hour earlier so that you will meet half way and by the time orcs start to pop up you and Legolas will be there."
I nodded, "Well then we must collect my tunics from Kaire."
Arwen held up three tunics, "I had him put it at the front of the line. They are done. I also gave Ariane your armor. He has made one copy of it and is working on one more. Legolas has made you twenty crystal tipped arrows. He also has adjusted your sheath so that it may be worn on horseback."
I gasped, "They all did this for me?"
Arwen nodded, "You are a Princess." I blushed and she and I started to pack everything that would be necessary.
~~~POV CHANGE-LEGOLAS GREENLEAF~~~
I had already packed her armor and now Elrond, Ariane and I awaited her in the stables. The packhorse was loaded completely and I impatiently paced to and fro. Elrond stopped me, "Young Prince, please. Your anxiety makes me nervous. We will arrive in Rivendell safely." I nodded and Ariane mounted his horse. I waved to him as he departed. One hour to sunrise. I whistled to call Arod. I saddled him and brushed his mane impatiently.
I turned to Lord Elrond, "I am going to fetch her." As I started up the stairs I saw her descend. I gasped, she wore a pair of tight black pants and knee high elven boots. What amazed me was her regal air. She wore a periwinkle colored shirt that had billowing translucent sleeves. The top fell alluringly and was made of the same material as the sleeves but in layers. On her head she wore a silver adornment. It fell from her hair down to her forehead. It met in the middle of her brow with a stunning sapphire. I bowed, "Turinqui Reyna {Queen Reyna}, allow me to escort you."
She placed her chilly arm soundlessly in the crook of mine and we descended the stairs together. She smiled, "Diola lle, Haryon Legolas Greenleaf." {Thank you, Prince Legolas Greenleaf.} Her voice was much more noble than before and I wondered what her and Arwen had been talking about to cause such a change. She smiled, "Lye naa autien sii?" {We are going now?} I nodded and she mounted her horse. I had never seen this horse before. It was black with white socks and a white star on its brow. I smiled; this was the amil rokkoho {mother's horse}. This was the mare that every Queen of the Fae rode.
I glanced at Reyna as I mounted Arod, "What is her name?"
Reyna smiled, "Kemi." {Earth.}
I smiled, "It's a name that suits such a fine horse." She blushed. Elrond mounted and we departed. Reyna rode bare back without once complaining. The journey was thirty leagues. After about two hours of hard riding we met up with Ariane.
I smiled, "Hir Ariane! Almaarea arin a' lle!" {Blessed morning to you!}
He turned, still at a swift trot. He smiled, "Haryon Legolas! Maar Arin! Sut naa lle?" {Prince Legolas. Good morning! How are you?}
I galloped up next to him, "Amin na quel. Ar lle?" {I am well. And you?}
He nodded, "Amin na quel." {I am well.}
Reyna galloped ahead impatiently, "Hir Elrond, Lye ant asc!" }We need to make haste!}
Elrond raised his brow questioningly, "Kuru na nyara lle sina?" {Magic is telling you this?} She nodded fiercely. Elrond broke in to a gallop. He turned to me, "Amin ommentuva lle e' Rivendell." {I will meet you in Rivendell.} I nodded and the two sped off and out of site. I rode in a slow trot next to Ariane.
Ariane sighed, "Haryon Legolas, lle aut. Amin na tereva." {Prince Legolas, you go. I am fine.}
I looked at him wearily, "Lle irma sina?" {You desire this?} He drew his sword and nodded. I leaned forward to increase agility as Arod raced through the forest as fast as he could.
One hour later I reached Rivendell to see Reyna bowing and speaking with Aragorn. Elrond was rushing Gandalf into the castle, talking hurriedly.
Reyna smiled at me and turned to Aragorn, "Amin utune lle yanw Ariane. Lle cael rokkoamin." {I ask you to join Ariane. You have my horse.}
Aragorn nodded, "Uma, Amin yanwuva Ariane." {Yes, I will join Ariane.}
Reyna bowed once more, "Diola lle." {Thank you.} Aragorn mounted Kemi and rode swiftly out into the woods.
Reyna waved to me regally, "Haryon Legolas, asc!" {Prince Legolas, make haste!}
I sprinted up to her and offered her my arm, "Híril? Ume lle san seasa e' lema?" {Lady? Did you take pleasure in the journey?}
Reyna smiled, "Uma Haryon Legolas." {Yes prince Legolas.}
Suddenly Elrond rushed out, his face paler than usual. He beckoned, "Lye naa nu cronh!" {We are under attack!} Reyna drew her bow back and ran around the side of the grounds. I followed, three arrows set on my bow. She saw the Uruk-hai and launched her arrows. I did too. I stood behind her to continue using my bow.
She drew her sword, "Llie qualmuva!" {You all will die!} She ran her sword through three of them and drew her emerald dagger in her right hand. She spun twice, holding out both daggers and killing seven Uruk-hai. Of course, I was shooting many with my bow too. Gandalf came out and fought along side us. A few of Elrond's men had started fight from the other side. We worked our way to the middle and Reyna decapitated the last warrior. She sneered, "Weaklings." She dropped her emerald dagger and leaned over to pick it up with her left hand after sheathing her elven sword. Her shoulder was still weak. I looked her over closely, not a smudge of Uruk-hai blood touched her outfit but her face and hair were lathered in the dark substance. She blushed, "Amin hiraetha, Haryon." {I am sorry prince.}
I put my arm around her gingerly, "Ten' mani?" {For what?}
She blushed and allowed me to escort her to her palace chambers. Her room was right next to mine, and through no choice of my own, had a door conjoining the two. I did not tell of this. I just let her sleep. I set her on my bed for maidens were unpacking her luggage in her chambers. I kissed her forehead and whispered, "Umma dela. Etsa sinome, lle naa belegohtar, mellamin." {Don't worry. Rest here, you are a brave warrior, my love.}
~~End~~
Finally done! Woo hoo; it is a long chappy too!! Yeah for me!! Well, enjoy. R&R If any of you have a really long question/comment, you can e-mail me @: tainted_gurl13@hotmail.com Namarie!