The Mystery of Love
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Chapter Twenty-Seven
Traveling
~~~POV-LEGOLAS GREENLEAF~~~
I smiled and took Reyna's hand was we walked towards the woods. Arwen called out, "Wait!"
I turned, "Yes?"
Aragorn stood next to Arwen, "We need to warn the elves and Gondor of the Uruk-hai!"
Reyna's brow furrowed, "Rivendell and Mirkwood already know."
Arwen sighed, "I wish to warn my father and what of Lothlorien?"
I nodded, "I wish to make sure Loraine understands the threat."
Aragorn spoke, "Gondor will not go unguarded. Reyna, you can warn Lothlorien. The Lady knows you well."
Reyna smiled, "Yes, she does. We will all be making journeys this afternoon."
Arwen shook her head; "We best leave now."
I nodded, "Yes. Reyna, you and Arwen pack whilst Aragorn and I saddle all the horses." The two ladies departed and I led Aragorn to the stables.
As Aragorn saddled a black stallion he sighed. "I will miss Arwen during the journey. Make sure you stay safe so we can all meet back here. I will be gone longer though. I must build up an army and possibly stay there for a year or so."
I nodded solemnly, "Understood. Maybe Arwen should join you once she is done in Rivendell."
He shrugged, "I will meet with the Rohirrim more than once before I can even keep Arwen company. She does not know many humans."
"That is true. Do you think this will escalate to an all out war?"
Aragorn bit his lip, "Let us pray that it doesn't." Reyna came out in her riding gear, as did Arwen.
Arwen sighed, "Aragorn, I am going to leave Eldarion here until I return. He will go to the Hollow with the Fae children. I will take him to Gondor with me when I am finished in Rivendell."
Reyna walked over to me and took my hand. Aragorn shook his head, "Do not follow me to Gondor. Stay in Rivendell a while and then come back here. Gondor is not safe as of late and I will not risk you and my son when I have just been blessed enough to spend eternity with you."
Arwen nodded, "Okay, as you see fit." She mounted her cream-colored mare and rode off.
I looked at Aragorn. Reyna shook her head. "That did not go well toror' (brother)." Aragorn shrugged.
"It is what is best, whether she agrees or not. I will be gone for much longer than any of you and I do not want her in any danger."
Reyna smiled, "You are so sweet. I wish I could say I know someone loves me like that." She gave me a quick and shy glance.
Aragorn laughed and mounted his stallion. He gave Reyna a quick kiss on the cheek and rode off. "Tenna' san' (until then)!"
Cathelle and I waved for a few moments. I looked over at her, "May the Valor protect you melamin. Know that my love will follow you on your journey."
Reyna's brow furrowed, "We can ride together until the river Bruinen where I will go south and you will go north so why say our farewells now?"
I smiled, "You are right, as usual, Cathelle."
She laughed, "You flatter me." I grinned and mounted Arod.
As we rode I tried to keep my mind off my father. Reyna was weakened by the loss of her friend already; I would not show her my weakness. The sun set and Reyna stopped. We dismounted and set up a camp. I looked up at her, "It was a kind thing you did for Arwen and Aragorn."
She looked up at me, tears in her eyes. "I have never seen a love like theirs but I have seen what happens to an elf when their lover passes and they linger behind. I have seen the Elven grace leave their face and nothing but an empty shell remain. I have seen it happen twice and I will not let it happen to Arwen. She is too fair to loose her spirit. I have seen a spirit shattered when one is left behind and it will not happen to her." I thought of how Serina's face was starting to pale and dull.
I sighed, "I am sorry." She shrugged and lit the fire with her magic. Perspiration dripped down her forehead.
She blushed, "Fire isn't one of my branches so it is very hard to summon." I nodded and took out some lembas for us to eat.
I handed her a small bite, "It's not much but it will fill your stomach."
Cathelle's typical sweet smile lit her face, "Thank you." The sun was gone and we both lay in our sleep sacks.
~~~POV CHANGE-REYNA LINDELE~~~
When he thought I was asleep he got up and walked down the bank of the Brandywine. We were about two hours ride south of Bree. I could hear him splashing quietly in it. His feet dangled over the bank and he hummed mutedly to himself.
I crept soundlessly over to him. By now I could hear his hushed sobs. "Melamin . . ." He looked up and wiped his tears away quickly.
"Mani?" {What?} I placed a hand firmly on his shoulder.
"Amin naa yassen lle. {I am with you.} I sat next to him as tears came to my eyes.
He hugged me and I embraced him in turn. "Diolla lle Cathelle. Amin mela lle." {Thank you Kitten. I love you.} I smiled through my tears and we held each other for a long while.
"Legolas, lle naa belegohtar. Cormlle naa tanya tel'raa." {You are a mighty warrior. Your heart is that of a lion.} He ran his finger through my hair. I looked into his deep blue eyes that swam with pain.
"The last words we ever exchanged were of anger. I told him that he was butchering my name and he told me that if I did not marry Lirawen that I would give up my throne. Now I am without a way to apologize."
I kissed his forehead, "Hush. It is okay, I am sure your father forgives you."
He shook gently with sobs, "Amin estela ikotane." {I hope so.} I held him until the sun rose and we both mounted again. He watched me ride, "You look tired."
I shrugged, "What can you do but ride on." Legolas nodded reluctantly. We rode again until sunset.
~~~POV CHANGE-ARWEN EVENSTAR~~~
I reached Rivendell the night of the second day. Sun was a mere hour from rising as I entered my father's chambers. "Ada, we must hold a Council."
Elrond rose wearily and wiped his eyes. He put on his cranberry colored robes and walked out of the room. "Why must we hold a council Arwen?"
I looked into his blue eyes sadly, "Thranduil has been killed. The Uruk-hai are even attacking Glacia ada! The fumbling beasts must have a leader!"
He pondered this for a while. "Fine then. Wake your brothers and we will hold a council in an hour. A week from now I wish to meet with delegates from Glacia, Mirkwood, Gondor, Rohan and someone to represent Dwarves from the Glittering Caves for the Council of Rivendell."
I nodded and went to go wake up my brother. I walked down the hall to the right and opened the door to Elrohir's room. I walked over to his bed with a candle in my hand. I lit the lamp next to his bed and cleared my throat. Elrohir was a bit of a heavy sleeper. "Wake up!" I yelled it a bit louder than necessary but Elrohir and I always bothered one another.
He woke with a start, "Mani? {What?} He glared at me for a moment, "What on Middle Earth has you waking me up so late in the night?"
"Get Elladan, we are holding a council meeting." He turned serious and departed. I blew out the candle and ran to the council circle. 'The time has come and no one is ready. My dreams were true and I foolishly ignored them.'
~~~POV CHANGE-ELESSAR TELCONTAR (Aragorn)~~~
I rode hard all night and into the next day. Only two days left until I would reach Osgiliath. From there I would ride to Edoras and consult Eomer. It would be good to see him again. I struggled to keep my eyes open as I rode on. Thoughts of the last words Arwen and I shared haunted my mind. I shook them away; we would see each other soon and mend the harsh words. I shook the sleep from my drowsy form and rode on. The mountains at my back were swallowing the remaining sunlight.
~~~POV CHANGE-REYNA LINDELE~~~
I let my eyes close slowly as I lay on Legolas's chest. I breathed in a deep breath and relished in the scent of lavender and pine that filled my mind. He put his arm around me gently and I let sleep take over my mind and dreams lead me into the darkest of places.
~~~DREAM SEQUENCE~~~
All around me I saw nothing but blood. Thick, black Uruk-hai blood mixed with small pools of crimson blood of an elf. Nothing but Uruk-hai filled my vision for yards. I tried to slaughter them but my sword went right through them. I slashed through several of the oncoming beasts with no effect. One ran straight at me and I screamed. It passed through me without even touching me. I wasn't here; this was a vision in which I will not be present. Mother is showing me this for some reason unknown to me but I must change this. This must not happen. I turned in circles fearfully; I had to see what the Mother wanted me to. I heard a loud scream from the south and I ran. Much to my dismay, I ran straight through about a dozen layers of Uruk-hai. I reached the source of the sound. Writhing in pain before me, I saw Legolas lying in a pool of blood. I gasped and fell to my knees, "How?"
Legolas did not look at me. He took a deep breath, "Curse it! I have to get to Reyna, what if they find her? And what of Mirkwood? I cannot leave until I have finished my business there." I laughed through my tears and shook my head. 'This cannot happen, no matter what the cost, this cannot happen. I will not let it!'
~~END DREAM SEQUENCE~~~
I woke with a start. My airways closed up and I struggled for a miniscule breath. Finally, after wheezing for the longest time, I took in a deep breath. Sweet oxygen flowed into my lungs like luscious rain falling onto dry desert lands. My eyes opened wide and I noticed Legolas sitting up. "Cathelle, are you okay?"
I smiled, "Yes, thank you, I am fine." I paused and looked into his ocean blue eyes. "I will accompany you to Mirkwood and depart for Lothlorien from there."
Legolas's brow furrowed. "A dream?"
"A vision."
He nodded. "Well if that is what you must do then we shall set out in an hour. I do not know what has you so jittery but I do not like it. We will be in Mirkwood by the time the sun sleeps again." I smiled and helped him pack the saddlebags again. We rode off swiftly as I eyed the terrain nervously.
"Legolas . . .I fret for Middle Earth."
A smile tugged at his lips, "No need to fret Cathelle. With you here to guard it, Middle Earth is the safest place there is." Rosey hues lit up my cheeks in the pale dawning light.
"Let us make haste. I do not wish to wait much longer." When we arrived in Mirkwood we met with unexpected problems. Legolas drew his bow and put a finger to his lips. My eyes went wide when I saw the oncoming attacker.
~~~TO BE CONTINUED~~~
Hope the POV changes weren't too much for you all. I just wanted to convey everyone's emotions. The next four chapters will be one solid POV per chapter. I will tell of each persons dealing with their home. After that the Council of Rivendell will transpire and the rest is a mystery! =P R&R!!!!!!!!!! Vayna Sulie!
THANK YOU ALL FOR THE REVIEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ WARNING: POV CHANGES WILL RUN RAMPANT IN THIS CHAPTER!!!
Chapter Twenty-Seven
Traveling
~~~POV-LEGOLAS GREENLEAF~~~
I smiled and took Reyna's hand was we walked towards the woods. Arwen called out, "Wait!"
I turned, "Yes?"
Aragorn stood next to Arwen, "We need to warn the elves and Gondor of the Uruk-hai!"
Reyna's brow furrowed, "Rivendell and Mirkwood already know."
Arwen sighed, "I wish to warn my father and what of Lothlorien?"
I nodded, "I wish to make sure Loraine understands the threat."
Aragorn spoke, "Gondor will not go unguarded. Reyna, you can warn Lothlorien. The Lady knows you well."
Reyna smiled, "Yes, she does. We will all be making journeys this afternoon."
Arwen shook her head; "We best leave now."
I nodded, "Yes. Reyna, you and Arwen pack whilst Aragorn and I saddle all the horses." The two ladies departed and I led Aragorn to the stables.
As Aragorn saddled a black stallion he sighed. "I will miss Arwen during the journey. Make sure you stay safe so we can all meet back here. I will be gone longer though. I must build up an army and possibly stay there for a year or so."
I nodded solemnly, "Understood. Maybe Arwen should join you once she is done in Rivendell."
He shrugged, "I will meet with the Rohirrim more than once before I can even keep Arwen company. She does not know many humans."
"That is true. Do you think this will escalate to an all out war?"
Aragorn bit his lip, "Let us pray that it doesn't." Reyna came out in her riding gear, as did Arwen.
Arwen sighed, "Aragorn, I am going to leave Eldarion here until I return. He will go to the Hollow with the Fae children. I will take him to Gondor with me when I am finished in Rivendell."
Reyna walked over to me and took my hand. Aragorn shook his head, "Do not follow me to Gondor. Stay in Rivendell a while and then come back here. Gondor is not safe as of late and I will not risk you and my son when I have just been blessed enough to spend eternity with you."
Arwen nodded, "Okay, as you see fit." She mounted her cream-colored mare and rode off.
I looked at Aragorn. Reyna shook her head. "That did not go well toror' (brother)." Aragorn shrugged.
"It is what is best, whether she agrees or not. I will be gone for much longer than any of you and I do not want her in any danger."
Reyna smiled, "You are so sweet. I wish I could say I know someone loves me like that." She gave me a quick and shy glance.
Aragorn laughed and mounted his stallion. He gave Reyna a quick kiss on the cheek and rode off. "Tenna' san' (until then)!"
Cathelle and I waved for a few moments. I looked over at her, "May the Valor protect you melamin. Know that my love will follow you on your journey."
Reyna's brow furrowed, "We can ride together until the river Bruinen where I will go south and you will go north so why say our farewells now?"
I smiled, "You are right, as usual, Cathelle."
She laughed, "You flatter me." I grinned and mounted Arod.
As we rode I tried to keep my mind off my father. Reyna was weakened by the loss of her friend already; I would not show her my weakness. The sun set and Reyna stopped. We dismounted and set up a camp. I looked up at her, "It was a kind thing you did for Arwen and Aragorn."
She looked up at me, tears in her eyes. "I have never seen a love like theirs but I have seen what happens to an elf when their lover passes and they linger behind. I have seen the Elven grace leave their face and nothing but an empty shell remain. I have seen it happen twice and I will not let it happen to Arwen. She is too fair to loose her spirit. I have seen a spirit shattered when one is left behind and it will not happen to her." I thought of how Serina's face was starting to pale and dull.
I sighed, "I am sorry." She shrugged and lit the fire with her magic. Perspiration dripped down her forehead.
She blushed, "Fire isn't one of my branches so it is very hard to summon." I nodded and took out some lembas for us to eat.
I handed her a small bite, "It's not much but it will fill your stomach."
Cathelle's typical sweet smile lit her face, "Thank you." The sun was gone and we both lay in our sleep sacks.
~~~POV CHANGE-REYNA LINDELE~~~
When he thought I was asleep he got up and walked down the bank of the Brandywine. We were about two hours ride south of Bree. I could hear him splashing quietly in it. His feet dangled over the bank and he hummed mutedly to himself.
I crept soundlessly over to him. By now I could hear his hushed sobs. "Melamin . . ." He looked up and wiped his tears away quickly.
"Mani?" {What?} I placed a hand firmly on his shoulder.
"Amin naa yassen lle. {I am with you.} I sat next to him as tears came to my eyes.
He hugged me and I embraced him in turn. "Diolla lle Cathelle. Amin mela lle." {Thank you Kitten. I love you.} I smiled through my tears and we held each other for a long while.
"Legolas, lle naa belegohtar. Cormlle naa tanya tel'raa." {You are a mighty warrior. Your heart is that of a lion.} He ran his finger through my hair. I looked into his deep blue eyes that swam with pain.
"The last words we ever exchanged were of anger. I told him that he was butchering my name and he told me that if I did not marry Lirawen that I would give up my throne. Now I am without a way to apologize."
I kissed his forehead, "Hush. It is okay, I am sure your father forgives you."
He shook gently with sobs, "Amin estela ikotane." {I hope so.} I held him until the sun rose and we both mounted again. He watched me ride, "You look tired."
I shrugged, "What can you do but ride on." Legolas nodded reluctantly. We rode again until sunset.
~~~POV CHANGE-ARWEN EVENSTAR~~~
I reached Rivendell the night of the second day. Sun was a mere hour from rising as I entered my father's chambers. "Ada, we must hold a Council."
Elrond rose wearily and wiped his eyes. He put on his cranberry colored robes and walked out of the room. "Why must we hold a council Arwen?"
I looked into his blue eyes sadly, "Thranduil has been killed. The Uruk-hai are even attacking Glacia ada! The fumbling beasts must have a leader!"
He pondered this for a while. "Fine then. Wake your brothers and we will hold a council in an hour. A week from now I wish to meet with delegates from Glacia, Mirkwood, Gondor, Rohan and someone to represent Dwarves from the Glittering Caves for the Council of Rivendell."
I nodded and went to go wake up my brother. I walked down the hall to the right and opened the door to Elrohir's room. I walked over to his bed with a candle in my hand. I lit the lamp next to his bed and cleared my throat. Elrohir was a bit of a heavy sleeper. "Wake up!" I yelled it a bit louder than necessary but Elrohir and I always bothered one another.
He woke with a start, "Mani? {What?} He glared at me for a moment, "What on Middle Earth has you waking me up so late in the night?"
"Get Elladan, we are holding a council meeting." He turned serious and departed. I blew out the candle and ran to the council circle. 'The time has come and no one is ready. My dreams were true and I foolishly ignored them.'
~~~POV CHANGE-ELESSAR TELCONTAR (Aragorn)~~~
I rode hard all night and into the next day. Only two days left until I would reach Osgiliath. From there I would ride to Edoras and consult Eomer. It would be good to see him again. I struggled to keep my eyes open as I rode on. Thoughts of the last words Arwen and I shared haunted my mind. I shook them away; we would see each other soon and mend the harsh words. I shook the sleep from my drowsy form and rode on. The mountains at my back were swallowing the remaining sunlight.
~~~POV CHANGE-REYNA LINDELE~~~
I let my eyes close slowly as I lay on Legolas's chest. I breathed in a deep breath and relished in the scent of lavender and pine that filled my mind. He put his arm around me gently and I let sleep take over my mind and dreams lead me into the darkest of places.
~~~DREAM SEQUENCE~~~
All around me I saw nothing but blood. Thick, black Uruk-hai blood mixed with small pools of crimson blood of an elf. Nothing but Uruk-hai filled my vision for yards. I tried to slaughter them but my sword went right through them. I slashed through several of the oncoming beasts with no effect. One ran straight at me and I screamed. It passed through me without even touching me. I wasn't here; this was a vision in which I will not be present. Mother is showing me this for some reason unknown to me but I must change this. This must not happen. I turned in circles fearfully; I had to see what the Mother wanted me to. I heard a loud scream from the south and I ran. Much to my dismay, I ran straight through about a dozen layers of Uruk-hai. I reached the source of the sound. Writhing in pain before me, I saw Legolas lying in a pool of blood. I gasped and fell to my knees, "How?"
Legolas did not look at me. He took a deep breath, "Curse it! I have to get to Reyna, what if they find her? And what of Mirkwood? I cannot leave until I have finished my business there." I laughed through my tears and shook my head. 'This cannot happen, no matter what the cost, this cannot happen. I will not let it!'
~~END DREAM SEQUENCE~~~
I woke with a start. My airways closed up and I struggled for a miniscule breath. Finally, after wheezing for the longest time, I took in a deep breath. Sweet oxygen flowed into my lungs like luscious rain falling onto dry desert lands. My eyes opened wide and I noticed Legolas sitting up. "Cathelle, are you okay?"
I smiled, "Yes, thank you, I am fine." I paused and looked into his ocean blue eyes. "I will accompany you to Mirkwood and depart for Lothlorien from there."
Legolas's brow furrowed. "A dream?"
"A vision."
He nodded. "Well if that is what you must do then we shall set out in an hour. I do not know what has you so jittery but I do not like it. We will be in Mirkwood by the time the sun sleeps again." I smiled and helped him pack the saddlebags again. We rode off swiftly as I eyed the terrain nervously.
"Legolas . . .I fret for Middle Earth."
A smile tugged at his lips, "No need to fret Cathelle. With you here to guard it, Middle Earth is the safest place there is." Rosey hues lit up my cheeks in the pale dawning light.
"Let us make haste. I do not wish to wait much longer." When we arrived in Mirkwood we met with unexpected problems. Legolas drew his bow and put a finger to his lips. My eyes went wide when I saw the oncoming attacker.
~~~TO BE CONTINUED~~~
Hope the POV changes weren't too much for you all. I just wanted to convey everyone's emotions. The next four chapters will be one solid POV per chapter. I will tell of each persons dealing with their home. After that the Council of Rivendell will transpire and the rest is a mystery! =P R&R!!!!!!!!!! Vayna Sulie!