Those Who Do Not Learn

Chapter 7

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            "So…" Elladan flopped on a sofa, "you two had the privilege of my brother as a teacher. What was he like?"

          "The devil incarnate." Harry sat across from him.

          "He wasn't that bad." Hermione joined Harry.

          "Yes he was. Especially if he didn't like you. He was mean and petty and selfish and evil."

          "Elrohir? Evil? While I know some have called us that it was usually after one of our experiments in gravitational defiance."

          "I have a feeling he was playing a part." Hermione began, "He was playing evil mean Snape so he could watch over you."

          "You really think so?"

          "OK, This conversation is far too serious." Elladan shot up. "I have an idea."

          Ireth slumped down and rested her head on the table.

          "Are we boring you, Ireth?" Lady Galadriel's voice held more than a bit of annoyance.

          "No, of course not." Ireth pulled herself up quickly. "I was just wondering how many times we have to tell you the same story."

          Elrohir and Ireth had told the group several times now the reasons that made them decide to bring Harry and HHermione.

          "You have altered the course of things." Gandalf took a seat across from Ireth. "We do not yet know if it was for good or ill."

          "Are you sure this dark wizard had the capabilities you have described."

          "I know only what I saw." Elrohir took a seat at the table. "Mount Doom erupts constantly. The tower of Barad-dur has been rebuilt and above it hangs a great fiery eye."

          "I would consider that strong evidence."

          "That's not all. When we were at the Havens, We saw a wraith."

          The room seemed to still suddenly.

          "One of the nine?" Elrond asked.

          "Yes."

          "It has progressed more than we could ever have realized." Galadriel looked at them before she swept from the room.

          "You did well bringing them here." Gandalf rested a hand on both elves shoulders before leaving as well.

          "Get some rest." Elrond turned to follow but stopped and turned back. "One night of peace, please, Elrohir."

          "Yes, Ada." His eyes glued to the table as his father left.

          "We should probably go find them." Ireth rose and stretched her arms high above her head.

          "We should."

          "Are you sure we won't get in trouble for this?" Hermione held the shiny string gingerly.

          "Of course not." Elladan groped along the wall for a place to secure it. "Not a bit of trouble I promise."

          "Why don't I believe him?"

          "Relax 'Mione."

          Her eyes narrowed on Harry who had just cast a small spell securing the rope to the far wall.

          She quickly dropped her end when she spotted a blonde elf approaching them down the corridor. "It was all his idea." She spouted pointing to Elladan when he stopped before them.

          "It usually is. I heard Ireth and Elrohir returned today."

          "Yes, they're in a meeting with Father, Galadriel and Gandalf."

          "Then they did bring the heir back with them."

          "Yes, and I'm finding him quite useful. Even if his ladylove is a spoiled sport."

          The elf spared Hermione a grin.

          "Do you want me to deliver a message to Ireth?"

          "No, I will speak with her tomorrow." He turned and began back down the hall.

          Elladan thought a moment and called out. "Legolas!"

          The other turned back.

          "Watch where you're walking tonight."

          He laughed and waved disappearing down a corridor.

          Elrohir and Ireth found the others quickly. Seeing the old prank his brother was planning Elrohir pulled his dagger and cut the string.

          "Brother, May I ask why you did that?" Elladan looked at his twin, an expression of pure annoyance spreading across his face.

          "I promised Ada we would be good tonight."

          "Sunrise is in six hours." He responded.

          Elrohir smiled a devious smile. "Then we have much work indeed."

          They moved from the hall quickly, deep in discussion.

          "That was…" Hermione watched them walking away.

          "I would lock your door tonight." Ireth lead them toward their room. "Those two are planning something big."

          "There was another elf that was looking for you."

          "I'm sure there was. If it was important they'll find me in the morning." She turned and looked at them. "Sleep well." She bowed slightly and disappeared down another corridor.

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