A wrok in Progress
chapter Nineteen
POV: Laingalad
By: Candy
Well during my first week in Lorien I had seen parts of the city, been scared to death by one of Caras Galadhon residents, and seen that Haldir can be reasonable and quite funny when he wants to be.
In moving into the talan I had made my mind up, that if we were stuck together for the rest of eternity, it might as well be bearable. Meaning we had to get on and be friends, if not then well; lets just say life would be pretty tough.
This was all new to me, and still is, with Haldir going to the borders in a couple of days I would be left on my own for the 1st time ever...I wonder what that is like? For you see in Imladris you could never really be left alone. There were always elves around, after all it is the last homely house.
Home...the winding stairs, and extravagantly decorated halls...The gardens and how they were always in bloom; even in winter...My room...they way the sun filled it with this warm glow...I really have to stop thinking about this. Home is here now, in Lothlorien, In Caras Galadhon, in this talan.
Anyway it was about late-morning, and I was in the bedchamber, rummaging through my trunks that were still left unpacked. I was looking for my riding tunic, as I had a sudden urge to explore the woods. I'm sure I packed it, if not then Nana should have. She knows how much I love to ride. However, before I could take a thorough look, Haldir entered the room, stood behind me for a while, perhaps watching, then said.
"Laingalad.... may I speak to you for a moment?" He was using my.... Nickname now, which was so much more bearable for me, it was also a good sign. A sign that he was willing to be more open minded I guess.
"Of course, what is it Haldir?" I asked shutting the trunk.
"I cannot believe that it slipped my mind but I have something of a great urgency to tell you" The Liar, if it was something important I doubt it would ever slip his mind. Only thing that did slip were the things he wanted to, like the fact we were getting married in more then a month. In fact, that slipped quite a few peoples mind, but like I said, no one ever told me anything.
"Well?" I urged. He sat himself upon the bed and replied.
"My brothers are coming here tonight"
"That's nice," I said, so I finally meet the remaining member of the family.
"For dinner." He added
"Pardon?" I questioned, giving him a funny look, well wasn't this short notice?
"My brothers are coming to eat dinner. Rumil has never met you so I thought it would be a good idea for him to do so, and Orophin has just got back from the borders and I know he would enjoy a good meal" I sighed, cooking for Haldir was fine, I at least knew that he wouldn't mind if something was slightly over cooked, or the bread was a bit burnt. But with his brothers...Oh how embarrassing it would be...and the fact I still can't touch raw meat, this past week Haldir has been kind enough to prepare and cook that.
"Fair enough, but like I told you before, don't expect meat on the table if I'm cooking by myself" I reminded him.
"I wouldn't leave you all the cooking. I have already collected a leg of lamb, and prepared all of the seasoning, it just needs to cooked. I would like you to cook the trimmings, and perhaps a dessert if you are up to it" he replied, what did I say about being reasonable if he wanted to be?
I stood up from where I was sitting the last time I looked, which was this morning there was hardly much left in the kitchen, so unless Haldir picked up a few things up along the way of collecting the lamb leg, then we'd have to go shopping. Also...I wondered.
"What type of food do your brothers like?" To my relief he said.
"They are not particularly fussy, most things please them. Although Rumil avoids pears for some unknown reason" At this I laughed, and wondered why he avoided a harmless fruit.
"Ok then, but we have to go shopping because I don't think we have all the things I need in the kitchen right now" I had decided we'd need gravy to go with the lamb, trimming would be some vegetables that I had yet to decide on, and roasted apples they were pretty tasty with lamb.....Oh and some sweet bread rolls....and perhaps a salad. I had still to decide on dessert.
"If you wish" Haldir said, I left the room, with him following behind me and said.
"By the way, if your brothers die of food poisoning I'm taking no credit for any of it" there, that solved the problem of them, not liking what I come up with, though hopefully that will not be the case. He raised an eyebrow in question and stated.
"Surely vegetables cannot kill them, after all I am cooking the meat"
"You never know, something else might slip in there" I said winking at him, he laughed in response.
"I will remember to tell my brothers that"
"Come, what time is it?" I urged fearing there will not be enough time to prepare the meal.
"Just after mid day, they will be here in a few hours, I said 4 o'clock" He replied, great just enough time
"Well we better hurry then" I said exiting the talan.
The shopping took longer then I intended, but I was able to gather all my ingredients. Haldir was ever so considerate to suggest we buy the bread rolls, rather then making them ourselves. This most certainly saved a lot of time.
We hurried home and headed straight for the kitchen there was little time to spare. Whilst I sliced and boiled the carrots and potatoes, Haldir cooked the lamb. Then whilst the apples were left to roast I made the gravy.
"What are we having for dessert?" Haldir asked, having a peep in one of the pots.
"You'll see" I replied, "Do we have any ice?" He raised an eyebrow at me and nodded his head. I intended on making ice cream, as there simply was no time to bake or make anything else. With all the food cooked, bar dessert, Haldir set the tables, whilst I transferred dinner from pots and pans to dishes.
"Are you finished?" He asked placing the napkins upon the table.
"Aye, I'm coming" I replied bringing over a few dishes.
"Is that everything?"
"Let's see" I said standing back and started to count the dishes "Bread rolls, lamb, greens...Oh hang on, I left the gravy" I said as I went to retrieve it whilst Haldir placed the goblets upon the table.
"That's it, dessert I'll make later, if I do it now it'll spoil" I stood back and admired what we had achieved in the few short hours.
"I think I can hear my not so quiet brothers approaching," He suddenly said, and of course, from somewhere outside, laughter could be heard.
"Oh yes, what are they laughing about?" I wondered out loud.
"They will laugh over the fact that the sky is blue of the fact that a bird might sing, in short they laugh over inanities" So they are easily amused? For some reason I found this funny.
"An interesting fact," I replied giggling.
"And it appears you share that trait as well" Haldir responded, winking at me, causing my little giggles to turn into an outburst of laughter.
"It appears so, shall we see to your brothers?" I asked, placing the pots and pans into the sink and drying my hands.
"Ahh, I don't know if I'm up to it, but alas it appears they are already upon us, I believe I can grin and bear it though" He said sweeping his hands towards the door. "After you"
I walked towards the dinning room door; I opened it and hid myself behind it, making sure to conceal myself, should his brothers let themselves in. If he thinks I would greet his guests for him, he had another thing coming.
"No, no Haldir, after you" He looked at me witheringly and said
"They're not that scary, but I believe that they are getting impatient!" And with that he entered the living room and went to open the main door, whilst I followed behind him.
"Rumil! Orophin! Mae govannen" They entered the talan, with Orophin in the lead and the other elf who I assumed was Rumil behind him.
"Laingalad! How good it is to see you!" Orophin greeted me, kissing my hand, whilst Haldir stood and watched
"Nice of you to say hello Orophin" He said shutting the door. I smiled and said to Orophin "Nice to see you again Orophin" Then I turned to Rumil "And you must be Rumil, 'tis a pleasure to meet you"
"I'm sure it is" Why did I have a feeling that he didn't like me? From the corner of my eye I could see Haldir glaring at him, attempting to break the tension I said
"Well.... er.... shall we eat..."
"Of course!" Orophin exclaimed full of enthusiasm "What divine dishes are you serving us this eve?" He asked
"Lamb seasoned with rosemary and thyme, just as you like it. With various vegetables, as well as rolls and a pudding that Laingalad has prepared, though will not impart the knowledge just as to what is it. Though she has warned us that it might be poison!" He replied laughing as we began to sit ourselves down upon the table. I rolled my eyes and ignored him, whilst Orophin said,
"I'll take my chances"
"Would anyone like something to drink?" I asked, there was a pause, and thankfully Orophin replied,
"Elderberry all round I believe," Well wasn't he one who knew his drinks, I started to pour the wine when Orophin suddenly said.
"I see my dear brother has started calling you by the correct name then" I laughed and said
"It seems so, about time he got it right!" At this Haldir laughed and said
"I was told your name was Aglarebwen" I finished pouring the wine and replied
"Yes and the amount of times I've told you it was the wrong name, to think you would have realised a bit sooner. "
"Ahh, but you m'dear, did not tell me that name by which you were to be called"
From across the table, I could see Orophin giving me this tell tale look that said 'I told you so'
"'Tis beside the point, anyway tuck in an help yourself, 'tis not poison as your brother here has said"
As if by command they all started to eat, not a single word was said during this period of time, leaving and awkward silence, bar the clanging of cutlery
"How were the borders Orophin?" Haldir asked, breaking the silence.
"Just like they usually are, though we did have a beautiful maiden come play the flute for us" I smiled, turns out Orophin was quite a flirt, but at least he knew where he stood, unlike a certain sylvan elf....
"I can hardly play Orophin"
"Do not belittle yourself, you make quite a musician" hmm...It was sis opinion not mine, I don't want to sound bigheaded, nor egotistical, but well one millennia of lessons, it's good to hear I can actually play.
"Can you play an instrument?" I asked out of curiosity
"My voice is a beautiful instrument!" Orophin exclaimed, which caused Rumil to raise an eyebrow and ask
"Is that what you call it? I've heard dwarves sing better then you"
"You wound me my dear brother! And I have yet to speak of your 'poetry'" Orophin replied.
"There is nothing wrong with my poetry! Lord Celeborn loves reading them!"
"Oh we must no forget you love Lord Celeborn, you must remember that he is already taken!" Orophin stated, its time like these, I'm glad I have no siblings.
"Don't be obscene Orophin! You know he holds the keys to the library, he puts my poems in books!"
I wonder how long these two could go on for, for it seems each could always counter what the other had to say
"Where they can never be found! Or they are burnt!"
"Now, now brothers. Though I do not disagree, Orophin you have a terrible voice. Rumil you should stay slaying yrch it's what you are good at." Haldir finally interjected, causing both brothers to glare.
"You wouldn't want us to turn on you dear brother. Laingalad, if you ever hear him preparing to act, bolt the door, he is a terrible actor!" Orophin said. It was beginning to look as though pointing out each other's flaws were quite a sport...however strange that was.
"I pretend to put up with you do I not?" Haldir pointed out
"See, he is ever the loving brother." Orophin replied sardonically
"But, to answer your question both Haldir and I can play instruments. I play the harp while he plays the lute" Rumil said, finally answering my question to think that such a simple question would lead to such a debate
"I have not played the lute in many years Rumil" Haldir stated
"Once you learn an art it is hard to forget it" Rumil replied
"A true saying, I shall have to get both of you to play for me one day," I said, trying to cut short anymore debates between the two brothers.
"And I will sing!" Orophin added with enthusiasm
"Oh yes Orophin, most certainly" I replied. Rumil groaned and replied
"Kill me now!" It seems that both him and Haldir shared the same trait of sarcasm.
"You're worse at acting then me, there is no need to be melodramatic" Haldir replied
"I don't think my ears can take it!" Rumil exclaimed
"Now Rumil, I'm sure Orophin can not be that bad as singing" I reasoned, after all it wasn't exactly hard to sing
"I would rather face a band of orcs then listen to Orophin sing. In fact I think next time we meet a band we shall get Orophin to sing!" Rumil said, causing me to laugh.
"Rumil, you are not in the same troop as Orophin." Haldir pointed out
"Which is a good thing as far as I know" Rumil replied
"I will be accompanying you when you leave next, and Orophin, I will be seeing you last" Haldir said changing the topic. I decided to go and make dessert seeing as everyone had almost finished dinner.
"Excuse me whilst I go and make dessert" I said standing up and heading for the kitchen. Whilst pouring the mixture of milk and sugar into the ice bags I wondered what had happened to cause such silence in the other room.
"Do you need any help?" Haldir asked, followed by some mumbling where I heard the odd words such as "trained" I presumed they were talking about the army again
"No not yet perhaps in a few minutes time" I said filling the last bag. On bringing the bags back into the room, I found them sitting in silence once again.
"An interesting bit of silence there, now Haldir could you just shake these bags for the...next twenty minutes or so" I said with a large grin on my face, as I gave him two of the bags my hands. After all he did ask to help.
"And what exactly is in these bags?" He asked taking the bags and shaking them vigorously within his hands. For some reason I didn't want to tell him if he didn't know then that was his problem.
"You'll see later, just shake them, and no peeking" I replied sitting down
"Ahh an elleth of intrigue!" Orophin exclaimed
"What if my arms get tired?" Haldir questioned
"Then you are not fit to be a march warden then I hope you two don't mind waiting a bit, like I said I couldn't make this earlier as it would spoil" I replied
"What is it?" Orophin asked, finishing his lamb.
"Now aren't we curious?" I said still shaking the bags.
"Curiosity may have killed the cat but I am no cat" Orophin replied. At this point I noticed that Rumil was sitting there, glaring at me, and the fact that he had hardly spoken during the whole time. As if he sticking to the saying 'do not speak unless you are spoken to'
"Are you sure? You seem able to land on your feet when jumping of a tree," I said
"Unlike some people" Haldir said winking at me, I was beginning to doubt if he would ever let this drop, like I said, I did not *purposely* fall of the tree, I rolled my eyes at him and said
"Don't start Haldir"
"Start? Start what? Now what is this cold thing I'm shaking? It's ice cold and it reminds me of making butter"
"Now where would be the fun in telling you? Have a guess"
"Haldir doesn't do guessing" Rumil suddenly interjected, was it me? Or was he being purposely rude?
"Perhaps you'd like to do it for him?" I asked
"Why would I want to do that? And anyway I would not have to guess, it is clear to see that you are making ice cream" Rumil replied
"And how would you know that?" Orophin asked
"I knew an elleth from the kitchens"
"Very well answered Rumil " I said smiling, perhaps he was just having a bad day all round. It was then that Orophin started to hum.
"Stop that before I am forced to do something drastic" Rumil said in an attempt to stop him. It wasn't just me then, he was being spiteful all round.
"But I enjoy humming the lay of Luthien!" Orophin exclaimed innocently
"Is that what it was?" Rumil asked
"Haldir I'll take these now, thank you," I said, quenching what would obviously turn into another dispute between the brothers. I took the bags into the kitchen and emptied out its contents onto dishes to be served. Once again there was a silence that hung in the room on my return. Ice cream in hand, I began to place the dishes in front of each one of them
"I have not eaten ice-cream in quite some time" Haldir said as I placed a dish down in front of him
"Well hopefully my ice cream isn't too bad" I said sitting myself down.
"Nana used to make us ice-cream" Orophin suddenly said causing Rumil to scowl, obviously like Haldir said, he was uncomfortable about such matters
"Yes she did" Haldir said after downing a spoonful of ice-cream
"Will you be our new Naneth Laingalad?" Orophin suddenly asked, causing me to laugh
"Nay Orophin, I would never dream of such a thing, though anytime you fell like ice cream just ask. I'll be happy to make some" I replied, trying my best not to sound disrespectful, especially when I knew how touchy Haldir was upon the subject.
"She's definitely a keeper" Orophin said, well at least someone likes me
"I had no intention of getting rid of her" Haldir replied, like if he could throw me out like trash.
"You wouldn't be able to even if you tried" I said, speaking my mind. We were stuck, whether we liked it or not, my comment caused Rumil to whisper what sounded like
"I told you so" To Haldir, who in return shook his head and said.
"Now let us tuck into this ice-cream before it melts!" by this time I had finished mine, so decided I should clear the clutter on the table
"Well I hope you all enjoyed that I'll just clear up a bit," I said, picking up a few dishes and bringing them into the kitchen.
"Let me help you" Orophin said, picking up a few dishes himself. We left the room and he helped me to wash and dry some of the dishes, in which a conversation, most definitely not for our ears was heard.
"Rumil why are you being so rude? You are not even giving her a chance?" Haldir exclaimed
"She's caught you in a web of deceit!" What was this? Was he speaking of me? Most likely yes, unless he's been introduced to another elleth today.
"Do you not trust me? Why would she get into a marriage purposely? And then pretend to hate me when it would be just as easy for us to get along in the first place! You are being ridiculous, our mother did not raise us in this way!" Yes they were most definitely talking about me; well at least Haldir had some sense in him, and the decency to set his brother straight. Perhaps noticing my irritation Orophin set out to retrieve the remaining dishes. After this a few murmurs could be heard them Rumil said.
"Thank you Aglarebwen for your hospitality, and cooking, it was a pleasure to meet you." With that, I could hear the front door closing, or you could call it slamming before Orophin and Haldir entered the kitchen with the rest of the dishes.
We spent the rest of the evening with Haldir and Orophin planning and talking about their duties and the borders, whilst I sat in what had now become my favourite chair and continued working my way through Haldir's bookshelf. I had found one in particular that interested me.
After what must had been two hours I lost concentration and decided to go for a walk, leaving Haldir and his brother to catch up with each other.
I had hardly gone far before I noticed a figure sitting in the
tree above, clouded by the shadows. Whoever it was I would have ignored, had it
not been for the clouds to shift and reveal by the light of the moon, Rumil. I
decided that now was the time to see why he hated me so.
"Good evening Rumil, May I join you?" I asked. There was a muffled reply of
"I suppose so" I climbed up the tree and sat myself down beside him
"How are you this eve?" I asked as a general greeting.
"Positively ecstatic" He replied an obvious note of sarcasm within his voice. I decided that I'd try small talk before actually getting to my point.
"Why do you sit here by yourself?" I asked
"I was thinking" Was the simple reply, obviously he did not want to talk to me, and nor I if he wanted to be so moody.
"Well forgive me for disturbing you" I said, I was just about to leave when he said
"You would have to do something wrong first, and I do not mind the disturbance much. I was thinking of Haldir" causing me to sit down once more.
"I see..." I said prompting him to go on
"He is an intelligent Ellon, but I think you have clouded his mind"
"How so?" I wondered
"He sees nothing but a means to an end, he does not think of what he is doing to himself." what was he trying to say? As far as I knew Haldir said he was doing it for Lorien and it's people, and however much of a burden this would be, he'd gladly carry it.
"And what exactly is he doing to himself?" I asked
"He is ignoring his fea soul and happiness" Came the reply; he was ignoring mine as well when he decided to accept this match.
"Rumil, what exactly are you implying?" I questioned trying to get him to move straight to the point.
"I imply nothing, I am telling you that you can not make him happy" This was strange, did he not know that this was an arranged marriage?
"I never said I could"
"Then why marry him?" Well there was my answer, obviously not.
"You think I had a choice? Had it not been my parent's will, I would never set foot anywhere near Lorien, let alone be marrying anyone" Now that was one big lie, entwined within the truth.
"But from what I have seen of you, you have not contested the fact " What did he expect, for me to still be raving mad three months later? Aye, things die down, though by no means am I happy about the whole situation, I'm just trying to move my life on, make the best of it. If I had to be married to an arrogant march-warden, then so be it.
"What difference will it make now that I am here? There is no turning back," I said, glancing upon he splendour of the full moon.
"I'm sure that Galadriel would arrange an escort for you if you wished to return" He said, was he even listening to me? And why on earth did this elf want rid of me so? He was being...being like an overprotective father!
"Even if I wished to leave, I can not, why do you want rid of me?" I asked
"I am speaking on behalf of my brother, Haldir" was the reply, as though I didn't know whom he was talking about. And speaking on behalf of his brother? More like speaking his mind! I wondered how well he really knew Haldir.
"NO, you are not! You seem to just speak without listening to what any of us have to say, I do not want to marry, and I never have. My parents conversed with the Lord and Lady of Lothlorien and they prepared the match, I knew nothing of it, I was just as surprised as Haldir, however, I know that it's futile to fight over such a matter, the conspirators will not back down, so rather then acting foolishly and embarrassing myself, I am being ladylike and accepting it, unlike you, I will act like a lady" I said in my rage, glaring at him. For a moment he stared back at me, then the queerest thing happened. He started to laugh, as though everything was a joke. I continued to glare at him and asked, "What do you find so amusing?"
"I would hope that I don't act like a lady" He replied raising an eyebrow, it was clear that whatever barrier there was between us, had obviously broken, and there was a sense of humour within the elf.
"No, so do you have it in your head why I am marrying your brother?"
"Aye, I suppose so, you have made me think clearly. Although your tirade was unladylike, I deem you fit to be Haldir's spouse" Now he really was acting the father figure.
"Interesting, so know I have the approval of his brother, surely it should be the parent's? Never mind, some approval is better then none" I replied
"Unfortunately our mother is indisposed, has Haldir not told you?" He asked, I was conscious that I maybe pulling a nerve here so replied, pulling back a stray strand of hair.
"Aye, though you seem uncomfortable in talking about it earlier, so I shall say no more"
In response to this he started to stare at me, then said "Would Haldir not be worried about your being out this late on your own? I do not mean to insult your intelligence but even though you are safe within the city's walls it can still be dangerous."
As if Haldir cared, he let me sleep on a tree on our first night here, knowing what 'danger' laid within his own city, I doubt if he even noticed I had left the Talan.
"I doubt Haldir will notice, plus he can't expect me to stay in that talan forever, I'd die of boredom!" I exclaimed
"He would not notice that you were not in his bed?" Rumil asked, causing me to laugh. "Perhaps if he was actually in his bed he might notice, but seeing that he's not, I doubt it. Unless he has surveillance on me day and night"
"You allow him to be in another's?" Rumil asked incredulously, "That is very out of character of him, he is a faithful elf" In saying this, I realised how if taken in a different way; such as Rumil's; could sound so wrong. OI certainly won't be repeating this to anyone else.
"I'm sure he is, what I meant was he sleeps on a cot, and not in the bed"
"Really?" Rumil asked, his eyebrows raised in interest.
"Aye"
"He has never thoughts of chastity before...are things different because you are to marry?" I stiffened as he said this; I had completely blocked such matters from my mind since the beginning, and had no intention about letting it overtake my thoughts now. I realised I was blushing and said.
"I have not talked of these matters with Haldir and certainly do not wish to speak of them with you, this turn in conversation leaves me too uncomfortable to continue, but thank you for finally talking to me, nonetheless." I blurted, perhaps a bit ruder then I intended. He smiled at me and I noticed how he had a strong chin, just like his brother...what was I thinking? Since when did I notice Haldir's features? Brushing such thoughts away, I said farewell to Rumil and began to head home.
On my return I noticed that all the lights were out, I took it as Haldir had gone to sleep. I ran myself a warm bath, then changed into my nightgown, before climbing into bed. Where I laid in the dark for a while, my gaze drawn towards the night's velvet sky.
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The next morning I awoke, to find that Haldir had already long left the talan, I wondered where he had gone? Changing my clothes I made myself a quick breakfast. When finished, I was about to see to the ever-growing pile of dirty clothes that had started to build in the laundry basket when there came a knock at the door. I went to answer it, and to my surprise, there was an elf, taller then myself with fair silver hair. I would not make the same mistake twice.
"Sullaid Hiril Laingalad lady" He greeted me.
"Good day Hir ninmy lord please do come in," I said, gesturing towards a chair
"Ahh forgive me, I am Hir Celeborn," He said as he sat down, well at least I hadn't repeated the past, or was he here to talk to me about that?
"'Tis a pleasure to meet the Lord of this wood" I said taking a seat opposite him, he smiled at me and said
"How has your time here been so far?"
"Quite pleasurable so far, though I fear I may have offended the lady, please send my apologises" I said speaking my mind, at least that would solve that problem.
"Nay she found you quite amusing" came the reply; surprisingly it caused me to blush
"So long as I have not offended the Lady"
"No you have not, fear not we will not be driving you from Caras Galadhon. Yet." Well there goes my hope, if he did, I would be more then happy to leave, put an end to all this implications in my life. I smiled and replied
"My lord, pardon me for asking, but what brings you to this end of the woods?" I asked
"I came to see how you were settling in, in our fair city, however, I usually come here to think and look at nature"
"I see, indeed the amount of nature here is vast and highly inspiring" I replied, remember the creatures I had seen earlier upon my arrival.
"Aye, the minstrels find much to sing about" He started
"Like Orophin for example" I laughed, I could still not work my head around, how someone can be so bad at singing. "Are they really as bad as they claim each other to be?" I asked
"Well, I do achieve Rumil's poems in our library, and Haldir is actually quite good when he decides to loose his stoic, and somewhat.... shall I say arrogant exterior"
"And what of Orophin?" I asked seeing as he seemed to have missed him out, or had he done it on purpose?
"Oh...ummm.... he is different shall we say, when he sings with the sylvan elves you barely notice" Well that could mean two things, either the sylvan were so good they droned him out, or else he was actually good that he fits in with their singing.
"And do you milord specialise in any instruments?" I asked out of curiosity.
"The harp and the flute Hiril Nin my lady"
"You must be highly talented, to be able to learn such skills along with the responsibilities that you have." I replied,
"I have been alive since the first age, there have been lulls throughout this time, and remember I was not always the Lord of Lothlorien," He answered, The first age, so much wisdom he must hold.
"I must admit that, it seems hard to imagine your heart in any other place then Lothlorien. How do you come to love a place, such as this? Although you heart aches for your homeland." I said speaking my mind, more to myself then to the Lord.
"I take it you speak for yourself as I have not been in my home land for over an age. Yet I do yearn for my 'homeland' but were I to leave Lothlorien I would feel the same ache. A homeland is not just a place; it is memories, and feelings. You create new ones when you move, and I have found each new place holds a place in my heart." yet my heart refuses to give into any other place the Imladris.
"I hope my heart is as big as yours, to accept Lothlorien into it. Although part of me does not want to stay here, your strength gives me hope to endure. I just wish I wasn't so alone here...." I replied trailing off; remembering how I had no friends at all, bar the ones I had left behind....
"You have yet to meet the march-wardens, their wives, and the lady of lights handmaidens, such a meeting should and could be arranged." He said, giving me a bit of hope that perhaps I would fit in, then again what if no one liked me?
"I would like that very much. Perhaps I could find my own place here" at this point he stood up and said
"Very well, I shall arrange that for you, and give you a date and time later on. And I'd also like to speak with Haldir, though seeing as he is not here, I shall go in search of him" and with that he left, leaving me to ponder how the forth coming event was going to turn out. And the fact that my so-called best friends had still not sent me a single letter.
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A/n Well author's notes and replies will be extremely short as Angel is on in about 2 minutes and I have to upload the chapter as well!Dakota: Lol, surprisingly nice? What's wrong with that? Stop groping the elves or you'll get no more topless Rumil/Haldir/Orophin! Mwah! huggles
Ashley: Thank you very much; we're trying our best to make her true to character.
word junky: that's for dropping us a line. And why? Well both Galadriel and Elrond to have foresight…they may use it occasionally…*winks*
Whitney: Thank you very much.
Haldir's heart and soul: Thanks for the review, keep on reading!
Tigger-180: lol, I love writing Galadriel, she's a great character to explore.
Karly: Pink fluffy towels? ::gets ideas:: thank you so much for the lovely compliment.
chibi: Yay! Someone actually quoted that line! Lol there was a internal debate over whether that would be put in there or not, in the end my daring side gave in!
littlesaiyangirl: Lol, Haldir ever the sweetie!
Arathriel: Peace, but for how long? Yes, we feel the gradual friendship of the characters is good; this is just as much an exploration of their chracters as it is a romance.
Well we love reviews! Sorry for the delay for this chapter, don't have enough time to explain but 20 will be here in Sunday- I know cos I'm 2/3 of the way through it!
PiXiE