Jade woke up several days later in a camp and no one was around, confused she left the tent and bumped into a man she recognized to be Lord Elrond. "My dear you're finally awake, we were beginning to think we would have to leave you with the women." He said grabbing Jade by the shoulders. "Where's Legolas?" "I believe he went with Aaragorn somewhere. I'm sure he'll be here soon."
"Did he say anything before he left?" Jade looked up with hope in her eyes. "No but he gave me this to give to you once you woke up." Lord Elrond handed her the note and she read it.
Red,I'm sorry I have to do this but this is goodbye to both our friendship and any feelings we had towards each other. We may not live to the end of this battle and I cannot leave you to fade completely. I request that you stay with our group so Mary and Pipin don't wonder what's going on, in another life I believe we would be happy together but right now is not the time. When you said those words to me my heart both leapt with joy and sunk in fear not knowing if you were going to make it or not, please understand why I'm doing this and don't leave the party. Who knows if we both survive this maybe we will have a chance, if you forgive me that is. Please don't be mad. I will see you when I return.LegsWith tears in her eyes Jade goes back into the tent she came out of and grabbed her things quickly writing a note.
Prince Legolas and anyone else who is concerned,I'm going to find Frodo and Sam to help them destroy the ring. Do not follow me, I'll be alright and even if I die I'll know i did it protecting those I care about. Do not fret, if everything goes as planned we will meet again at the black gates. Stay strong my friends and keep moving forward.Lady JadeShe folded up the note and went out to hand it to Lord Elrond. "Lady Galadriel told me you would do this, she saw it coming a long time ago. And don't worry, you'll be with your beloved soon." "I don't have a beloved. Not anymore." Was all Jade said before walking into the woods.
A short time later Legolas, Aaragorn, and Gimli came back with the ghost army and they went to go check on Jade before Lord Elrond stopped them. "She's not here anymore. I'm afraid she has a different roll she needs to fulfill at the moment." "Where is she?" Legolas asked stepping up. Lord Elrond handed him a note and waited for him to read.
"What does it say lad? Where has she gone?" Gimli asked. "She went to go find Frodo and Sam to help them find the ring.. WE MUST GO AFTER HER!" Legolas screamed at the end. "I'm afraid I can't let you do that Prince Legolas, its part of her journey." Lord Elrond said stopping Legolas before he could go into the woods.
"But I love her! I can't let her go to her death!" Legolas fought with everything he could before he gave up. "I know but that note you left for her made her very upset and I don't think she wants to be around you let alone the entire party. Her heart is broken and she is determined to make sure none of you perish. She may have seen the end dozens of times but her being here has changed a lot, it even changed the time the battle of helms deep and who died. She is scared." Lord Elrond layed a hand on Legolas shoulder as the elf let a single tear drop from his eye.