Disclaimer: No, I don't own Lord of the Rings.
Silver Roses have Thorns
A Father's Command
Elrond read the letter in silence. His daughter stood next to him, grinning selfishly. This was one of the worse things that could happen. The King of Mirkwood ordered the return of his son.
'I understand the mistake in the marriage now.'
Elrond reread the letter again to make sure of the decision that was clearly written on the page.
'My son, the prince, deserves better than the future, yet undecided, King of Gondor.'
No, Estel was different than what was thought of him, Elrond thought's raced. Estel is going to be a king one day.
'I'll not have my so be the disgrace of my city and the joke of yours.'
Everyone knew that Legolas's honor was restored and that Estel and he got along fine now. They were predicted by many to be falling in love.
'My son deserves better than a mere child as Prince Aragorn.'
The letter went on to more accusations to the people of Rivendell. The loss of Legolas's innocence, the dishonor brought to Legolas's family, and so on. Just because of one innocent kiss.
"Prince Legolas, we are to bring you to Mirkwood." A guard appeared atthe prince'sdoor. It had been weeks since the situation with Arwen. What right had this guard over the terms of where Legolas was the go? The question was quickly answered.
"Your father, The King of Mirkwood, commands it."
"Tell him that my marriage is bringing bliss to my heart. Tell him my husband and I are very content with the arrangement of the marriage now. Tell him….." His voice trailed off. He could tell that this guard was not going to take a message. This guard was truly meant to take him.
"I shall have my servants pack for me." The young prince whispered.
"Estel, my son," Elrond walked into his young son's room.
"Yes, Ada? I must go. Legolas and I are going to the archery range and we must get there before nightfall." There was such devotion in the young man's eyes that made it so unbearable to look at him.
But it had to be said, "Legolas will be gone by nightfall. His father heard of the disgrace on his son and has decided to have him back at Mirkwood. He commands, Estel." The put a hand on his shoulder, "I will attempt to get him back."
"No! He's not leaving!" Estel exclaimed. He ran from the room, "Legolas! Legolas!" He yelled as he went. He spotted the long train of guards leaving. The prince leading the group.
"Legolas!" He called a last time. The prince turned and the great horse of the prince came to Estel.
"I will return, Aragorn. Maybe not this year or the next, but I promise I will." A guard was coming near them. Legolas quickly looked back at Estel, "I love you, my husband. Never forget that." Then he turned his horse and went back to the lead.
Estel waited until the last horse disappeared. He then went back in the castle and tried to remember every word that had passed those beautiful lips. Every movement that his body had ever made. Every smile that had appeared on his face.
A/N: Sorry. Had to do it. Don't worry they'll meet again!
