On A Side Note
'What then is the best plan?' The voice cut through the night, though the words were spoken softly. 'Every day it gets harder to plan a surprise attack. Every hour such a movement becomes less likely to succeed.'
A second voice spoke. 'Wait for them to make the first move, my lord. Sauron expects us to attack him, thus when we do not do so, he will become impatient and act rashly. It could prove to be his downfall.'
The first speaker nodded thoughtfully. 'A possible maneuver. Cirdan, have you anything to add?'
'I believe Elrond's plan is the most sure way, Gil-galad,' answered a third voice. 'But it would not do to plan tonight. Dawn draws nigh, and we should get some rest. Weary brains never form the best plan. If I have your leave?'
Gil-galad nodded, and Cirdan rose and went towards the tent-flap. 'On a side note, Elrond, I believe you should marry the princess of Lorien. Together you would make one fine strategist.'