Note: Italics is thoughts, unless specified otherwise i.e flashbacks or visions. / is timeskip


THIRD POV

That very night, five figures stood in a secluded area in the Elven city. Among them stood two Dwarfs, one Elven lord, one Wizard, and a Halfling. From an onlooker's perspective, they would think the unlikely group were up to no good. However, this was Rivendell, nothing of the sort ever occurred, so they gave them the benefit of the doubt.

The two Dwarf's stances were incredibly tense and for good reason. Gandalf had once again backed them into a corner. On the one hand they could hand over the sacred map of their homeland to the Elven lord. As a result, they would get the translation of the hidden text however, an ELF of all creatures would have to see their treasured map. On the other hand, they could not hand over the map to the Elf. Risking never finding the secret inscription of the whereabouts of the hidden Dwarven door. However, Dwarfs are known for their stubbornness, Thorin being one of the worst.

"Our business is no concern of Elves," Thorin stubbornly stated, causing Gandalf to roll his eyes at the Dwarf.

"For goodness sake Thorin, show him the map," Gandalf says, attempting not to give in to his sudden desire to hit the stubborn Dwarf over the head repeatedly with his staff.

"It is the legacy of my people; it is mine to protect, as are its secrets," Thorin replied holding his ground against Gandalf.

"Save me from the stubbornness of Dwarves! Your pride will be your downfall. You stand here in the presence of one of the few in Middle Earth who can read that map. Show it to Lord Elrond!" Gandalf commanded, losing his composure for a brief moment.

Thorin pondered on the thought, wondering, assessing his next actions. Deciding not to walk blindly into things, Thorin reached into his tunic and grasped the parchment, stepping forward. Seeing this Balin held out an arm in front of his King in an attempt to talk sense into him.

"Thorin no!" Balin interjected, not wanting their secrets shown to an Elf of all things.

Slowly but firmly Thorin pushed Balin's arm out of the way, effectively silencing him and began walking very reluctantly in the direction of Lord Elrond, handing the parchment over to said Elf. He watched as the Elven lord opened the map to examine its contents.

"Erebor," Elrond says, staring at Thorin curiously. The Dwarf stared right back, not saying a word.

"What is your interest in this map?" Elrond asked, looking down at Thorin. Said Dwarf exhaled softly and opened his mouth to say something, though Gandalf bet him to it.

"It's mainly academic, as you known this sort of artefact sometimes contains hidden text," The Wizard answered, peering at Thorin once Elrond had turned his back. Thorin looked at Gandalf, nodding slightly in understanding, thankful for his input.

"You still read ancient Dwarvish do you not?" Gandalf asked, watching as Elrond held the map up in the moonlight. In response, Elrond mutters something softly.

"Moon ruins?" Gandalf muttered under his breath, a small frown on his face.

"Of course. An easy thing to miss," he said, glancing back at Bilbo with a small smile.

"Well, in this case, that is true; moon ruins can only be read by the light of a moon of the same shape and season as the day on which they were written," Elrond informed to the group, turning back towards them as he did. Thorin stared at the Elf in question.

"Can you read them?" Thorin asked, his patience beginning to wear thin.

— Elsewhere in Rivendell —

Eleven Dwarfs and a Jedi sat around a fire on one of the many Elven balconies, the only light being the small fire in the centre of the group. They had managed to find food in the Elven city which was not green in any way, which pleased the group greatly. They also had the idea of burning the Elven furniture to make a fire, much to the amusement of Alexa.

"Bombur," Bofur called, gaining the Dwarf's attention instantly. He chucked the sausage to Bombur, watching in anticipation.

Alexa watched as Bombur caught the sausage with his meaty hand, no later than three seconds the table broke sending Bombur crashing to the floor - causing the group to erupt into hearty laughter.

Alexa clutched her stomach, rocking back and forth – Bofur, in a similar position to her grinned boyishly at Alexa, who managed to get out an "Ooh, that was fucking awesome!" before once more laughing uncontrollably.

— Back to Map Reading —

"These ruins were written on a Midsummers Eve by the light of a crescent moon, nearly two hundred years ago. It would seem you were meant to come to Rivendell. Fate is with you, Thorin Oaken-shield. The same moon shines upon us tonight," Elrond spoke, the moon shined upon them as if it had heard the Elf. White light shined on the map revealing the hidden ruins, taking his time Elrond translated the ancient Dwarf inscription.

"Stand by the grey stone when the thrush knocks and the setting sun with the last light of Durin's Day will shine upon the keyhole," Elrond translated.

"Durin's day?" Bilbo asked, a puzzled look on his face.

"It is the start of the Dwarves' new year when the last moon of autumn and the first sun of winter appear in the sky together," Gandalf replied, answering the Hobbit's query.

"This is ill news. Summer is passing. Durin's Day will soon be upon us," Thorin said, his hand stroking his beard slightly in thought.

"We still have time," Balin interjected, his voice full of hope.

"Time? For what?" Bilbo remarked, confused where the conversation was heading.

"To find the entrance. We have to be standing at exactly the right spot at exactly the right time. Then, and only then can the door be opened," Balin uttered, revealing the truth of their journey.

"So, this is your purpose, to enter the mountain," Elrond confirmed, staring back and forth at the two Dwarves warily.

"What of it?" Thorin replied lowly, his body stiffly turning to face the curious Elf.

"There are some who would not deem it wise," Elrond warned, staring down at Thorin sternly.

"What do you mean?" Gandalf piped up, looking concerned.

"You are not the only guardian to stand watch over Middle-Earth," Elrond admitted, walking back down the long corridors of his Elven kingdom, leaving the small group dwelling on in thought.

— Elsewhere in Rivendell —

"Hold-hold up! So, your-your tellin' me," Nori mumbled, on the verge of blacking out.

"You can-you can create zip-zap like ol' Mahal?" he managed to get out, pointing at the sky then turning back to Alexa; disbelief clear in his eyes.

"Yes Nori, I can create zip-zap, as you call it," Alexa chuckles, watching as the drunk Dwarf sloppily gestured his hand at her as if saying 'prove it'.

Alexa smiled at the challenge accepting gladly, she placed her hands on the ground in an effort to stand. However, before she could Nori pressed down on her legs, stopping her from standing. Confused Alexa looked at the Dwarf who had turned back to the rest of the company and opened his mouth to speak.

He spoke loudly, causing many of the wasted Dwarves to cover their ears. "OVER HERE EN-" *hiccup* "DA LASS IS ER, DOING ER-" he mumbled off, losing his train of thought.

"I'm going to do a wee trick," Alexa confirmed, laughing as the Dwarf tried and failed to get out a full sentence.

Alexa now had a group of drunk Dwarves sat cross-legged, watching her with rapid attention. Once again, she planted her hands on the ground. Now without anyone stopping her, she pushed herself off the ground and stood shakily on her feet - as she too had a lot to drink. Holding her hands out in front of her, Alexa closed her eyes, focusing on the energy surrounding her. Opening her eyes, Alexa smirked as she saw the green sparks begin to form.

The Dwarves watched in anticipation as a green light begun to form in their companions' hands. Thrusting out both her hands towards a nearby chair, several bolts of lightning shot from her hands, exploding the chair.

Sparks shot all over the room, splinters went flying and smoke filled the space where the chair once stood. Frantic shouts erupted from the Dwarves at seeing the lightning, as the smoke cleared Alexa watched as they all blinked rapidly before Bofur stood unsteadily to his feet.

"THA' WAS AMAZIN' LASS!" He shouted, promoting the rest of the Dwarves to snap out of their previous shock and began cheering. They poured more wine into their tankards, filling them to the brim and handing them out to celebrate.

What to Alexa had no idea, but she soon was informed as a very drunk Bofur declared. "ALRIGHT, NOW WE ER DRIN' TE ALEXA FOR HER – FORE HER EH HELP-HELPIN' US ER DWARVES TO EH GO RECLAIM-RECLAIM OUR-" *hiccup* "-HO-HOME," he slurred, stumbling about the room before falling on top of a passed-out Nori.

"Aye! To Alexa," They cheered, slamming their tankards together before bringing them up to their chapped lips. It was silent for the Dwarves were chugging their beverage as quick as they could. Soon Gloin was declared the winner, though Ori – surprisingly had the loudest burp.

/

How dare he say I will fall to the sickness! I am not my grandfather! And that Hobbit, he too-

Ompft!

"Heeey Thoooorin," Alexa slurred, staggering all over the place, somehow managing to grasp onto his thick arms with both hands.

"Alexa? Are you drunk?" Thorin grunted, his internal rant forgotten; temporarily. Alexa exhaled deeply, trying to get ahold of her surroundings.

"You-you know," she stuttered, ignoring Thorin's question making the latter let out a deep chuckle.

Thorin led Alexa over to a lone chair, which was right next to a large burnt spot on the ground surrounded by several splinters. That's weird, Thorin thought. Sitting in the chair Thorin had led her to, Alexa continued – this time without stuttering or slurring… Much.

"Yo-you know there was once many of us," Thorin looked at her confused, causing Alexa to sigh as if she was stating the obvious.

"The Jedi!" Alexa sassed, the answer promoting a soft 'Oh,' to come from Thorin.

"No Alexa, I-I did not know. Who were the Jedi?" He asked cautiously, making Alexa exhale heavily.

"You don't have t-" Thorin started.

"No! I need-I need to get this out… I need to tell you guys," she motioned to himself and the seemingly sleeping company with a flick of her head. Thorin nodded in response, observing as Alexa eyes fluttered closed momentarily - obviously mentally preparing for the story, she was about to tell.

"The Jedi are… Were the bringers of peace an-and democracy to the galaxy. However, there were dark wielders… The Sith - who sought power and dominion over the galaxy. The Jedi used the li-light side of the force, while the-the Sith used the dark side," Alexa replied, momentarily sobered by the topic. Thorin stayed silent, not wanting to force it out of her.

"The Jedi aspired to attain a state of inner tranquillity through calmness and meditation while avoiding emotions affiliated with the dark side of the force; such as anger and hatred. Which is one of the reasons we had the Jedi Code; one of the codes was to have no attachments, as having a connection with something… Or someone could promote dark emotions to come forth," Alexa sighed deeply, her eyes glossy, tears running down her cheeks. Thorin leaned forward, gently wiping them away with a callused thumb. He nodded, encouraging her to continue.

"In your story, you and your people were attacked by Orcs and a dragon," Thorin nodded sadly with her words.

"We-we were betrayed by one of our own. An…" sigh "Anakin Skywalker… He was-he was like a-a brother to me," Alexa let out a choked sob, promoting Thorin to rub her back gently. A look of shock passing over his features before a small frown etched on his face.

"He was supposed… He was meant to be 'The Chosen One' the-the one who would destroy the Sith, an-and bring balance to the force, but h-he didn't. He joined the Sith, and with the Jedi's own Clone Troopers initiated an attack upon the Jedi. He was no longer the man I once knew…" she whispered, tears filling her eyes.

"At the time I was looking after a handful of Younglings. After seeing the Clones and a cloaked figure kill our own, I sent them to the council chamber. I thought they would be safe. I watched as the cloaked figure stalked through the temple towards the council chamber, I stood between them. Only then I saw his face. I couldn't believe it my friend, my brother," she continued,

"He asked me to join him, but I couldn't. I-I tried to stop him… But he was too powerful, he sent my lightsaber across the room and started chocking me with the force. I thought he was going to kill me. He probably would of, when a cry sounded from council chambers, he flung me across the room. I was struggling to breathe as I watched him stalk towards the chambers. I-I can still hear the screams every time I close my eyes," she breathed, tears rolling down her cheeks.

"I tried to move, to run, to save them… My body wasn't responding, black spots clouded my vision and I collapsed. When I woke up Anakin and the Clones were gone, an-and bodies were lying everywhere. After picking up my lightsaber, I headed towards the council chambers, all the Younglings… Dead. I fell to my knees, I couldn't save them. I cried so hard, I couldn't handle seeing their lifeless bodies," she breathed, her jaw clenched and a lump in her throat as the words fell from her lips.

"I was about to leave when I heard a cry, I have never moved so fast. Hidden near the back of the chamber, under discarded robes was a baby. It couldn't have been more than three months old, I held it in my arms and rocked, trying to soothe the babe. I don't remember much after that. All I remember is waking up in a forest, that is-that is whe-where Gandalf… Where Gandalf found me," Alexa chocked on a sob, her body shaking, she cried; loud.

Thorin hesitantly lifted her from the stool, wrapping her in his arms. He rocked her back and forth, his soothing words falling on deaf ears as she sobbed. Over her shoulder, Thorin stared at the shocked looks on the companies faces. He nodded at the sad look on Balin's face; they all had heard everything.

Soon the cries ceased, as Thorin peered down he realized Alexa had fallen asleep in his arms, passed out from the alcohol or of exhaustion he did not know. Knowing he should get her to a proper bed, he made to stand – but he couldn't. His legs had gone numb from staying hunched up in the same position for too long.

Motioning Balin over, he quickly explained the situation to the Dwarf, who in return nodded. He padded along towards one of the more sober Dwarves; capable of taking the sleeping Alexa back to her chambers.

"Up laddie, we need ya to take Alexa back to her chambers," Balin whispered, nudging the Dwarf with his foot lightly. Said Dwarf stood rather steadily - considering he had been drinking all night it was an impressive feat.

"Aye," he grunted, walking as quietly to his King as he could without waking the sleeping woman.

Getting down on bended knee, with outstretched arms he reached for Alexa. Thorin slowly extended his arms, lifting her body towards the awaiting arms, he gently placed her in the Dwarf's embrace - as not to wake her.

Standing tall, the Dwarf secured his arms around Alexa's form, holding her firmly. As he was coming up to her chambers, Alexa curled into his chest grasping his tunic in her fists. At that, the Dwarf's heart softened, a fond smile gracing his lips.

Knocking as gently as he could, he stared at the sleeping woman with a tender look. Which diminished as soon as the door opened. Placing her softly in her bed, he reluctantly unwrapped his arms from around her form. Sighing to himself, the Dwarf took her small hands in his calloused ones and carefully removed them from his tunic; he stayed long enough to properly tuck her into bed. Brushing the auburn strands from her face, he exhaled softly, silently vowing to protect her from any harm. As it had pained him deeply to watch her cry like that, knowing he couldn't stop her pain.

Ben watched the scene unfold, a mix of emotions on his face. He had known she had gotten drunk, he could smell it, the strong scent engulfing his senses. He didn't even have to look at the Dwarf's face to realize she had told them about her past, as he too had heard the sobbing. He had gone to find her and take her back to their chambers, when he came across the leader Thorin holding her in his arms, comforting her.

Though he had only just met the Dwarfs, he knew Alexa would not just tell anyone about her past, so giving them the benefit of the doubt he left. He observed briefly as the Dwarf stroked her hair to the side, a heartwarming look coming over his features. Ben decided then and there to retire to his own bed, feeling bad for watching such a private moment.

— Elsewhere —

The remaining company watched on teary-eyed as Alexa was carried away to her chambers. Though drunk, they had managed to hear almost all of Alexa's sad tale.

"Poor Alexa, she didn't deserve it," Ori sniffed, curling into his brother Dori for comfort.

"Aye, she truly has suffered," Thorin whispered, his heart going off to the unconscious lass.

The rest of the Dwarfs expressed their sadness, all going to their respected Kin to grieve for their lass's painful past. All promising to protect her from that day forth. Though they all consciously had previously, the new knowledge only further encouraged them.

They grieved for some time, before the Dwarf who had carried their lass away returned, Thorin spoke up effectively ending the sad scene, and revealed what had gone down at the map reading.

"Now," Thorin begins in a deeply serious tone.

"We only have a few hours till we must leave this place," Thorin informed the company,

"So, get as much rest as you can, we leave at dawn," At that, the company lay in their bedrolls for some shut-eye, all thinking of Alexa's scarred past.

— Time Skip: Next Day —

They are coming, they are coming.

Alexa watched the scene, not able to do anything.

A long deep horn sounded, Orcs, Ogres and everything foul ran forth from massive holes in the earth. Man, Dwarf, and Elf rallying together to fight for their lives. Many fell, blood painted the soil beneath their very feet as they fought on, for their King.

Two Dwarfs and a Hobbit stood in the mist on a great hill.

"It's a trap Alexa," a voice echoed in the depths of her mind.

The sound of drums beating made the three turn towards the peak of the hill.

"Oh force, please no,"

A pale Orc held the blonde prince in his iron grasp.

"RUN!"

His damaged body fell from the cliff, landing right in front of his brother, the youngest Durin. Dead.

"NOOOOO!" she screamed, tears falling down her cheeks

— Scene change —

"No, not Kili too," she watched the scene, eyes downcast and red.

Bent over, his eyes cast towards a red-headed Elf maid. Whispering words that would never be spoken. The Elf looked on, eyes red, crying. The Orc struck, stabbing the Dwarf through the chest.

"STOP THIS! PLEASE! I'M BEGGING YOU!" she yelled, to no avail.

— Scene change —

Bilbo lay on the ice, his body facing towards another.

Alexa walked around his body, a hand coming up to her mouth in horror.

"Thorin?" Alexa sobbed, falling to her knees. This was too much.

"The Eagles, can't you see them Thorin? The Eagles are here," Thorin didn't respond, blood seeped from his tunic onto the ice below, his body motionless. Across the frozen lake lay the body of the pale Orc, his eyes too glazed.

Their forces rallied, fighting back against the foul creatures, removing their worthless heads from their revolting bodies. They drove the Orcs back to the depths of whence they came, killing all filth in their path. The great battle between the five armies drew to an end . They had won.

The battle-worn company stood before the crownless King, grief-stricken on their faces. The Line of Durin had fallen.

— Scene Change —

"No! no more, please take it away," Alexa screamed, holding her head in her hands as she sobbed.

"I cannot young one, for it shall come to pass," a figure replied, his voice echoing around her convulsing form.

"No, please! they are good people. THEY DO NOT DESERVE TO DIE!" Alexa yelled at the cloaked figure.

"It is your destiny my old Padawan," the figure spoke, stepping closer to her shaking body, revealing himself to her eyes.

"Master?" she whispered, reaching her hand out for him.

"You must save the line of Durin, for the sake of Middle Earth," Ki-Adi Mundi spoke, his voice thick with emotion. He grabbed her hand and brought her in for a brief but warming hug.

"Wake now Alexa," he whispered into her ear, pulling back from their embrace.

"Wait, Master! please don't g-"

ALEXA'S POV

"Alexa, wake up,"huh, what?

Someone shook her impatiently "Come on Aleeexa, Uncle Thorin said we have to leave," Kili? KILI!

Leaping out from under the covers, Alexa dashed out of the bed, towards the two brothers. Her body collided with the two, a loud bang sounded as well as an 'oomfta' from the pair.

"Alexa?" Fili whispered, sending a concerned look across her shoulder at his brother as he heard the soft crying.

"Are you okay Alexa? I didn't mean to shake you too hard," Kili muttered sheepishly, his response only made her grip them tighter.

"No, it's not that Kili. I-I'm just glad you two are okay," Kili and Fili sent each other confused looks, before pulling back slightly from the embrace.

"What do you mean Alexa? Were fine," Fili said warily, peering at the woman suspiciously.

"Right, yeah… I guess I've had a bit too much to drink last night aye?" Alexa said, putting on a large grin.

"Yeah no kidding, you look like shit Alexa," Kili chuckled, earning a swat from his brother and a serious bitch face from the former.

"Kili!" Fili reprimanded, glaring at his brother for his comment.

Alexa chuckled at the scene, thankful all she saw was just a dream. Vision . She corrected, swallowing the lump in her throat at the thought, a frown came onto her face. It will come to pass, that is what her Master had said. I have to save them… But how? I'm going to need some help…

"Hello? anyone home," Kili joked, waving a hand in front of her frowning face; snapping her out of her thought.

"Yes, Kili?" Alexa asked, staring between the two brothers.

"You have to pack, we are leaving soon," Fili informed softly, his hand reaching out for her shoulder, grasping it lightly in a form of reassurance and comfort.

"Unless you wish to stay here with Ben," Fili added, making Kili jerk his head over to face his brother, his mouth agape.

"NO!" Alexa replied quickly, making the two brothers jump in surprise.

"Uh no, I'm coming," she said, quieter this time. Her answer resulting in the two smiling big at her.

"Great! Let's get you packed then," Kili announced heartily.

/

"Okay that's everything," Alexa said smiling wide, as the brothers searched the room with their eyes; just to make sure they had gotten everything.

"All clear Fili,"

"Aye, Kili our work here is done," The two bantered, causing Alexa to stifle a laugh.

"What is taking you so long?" a voice asked, the three turned around, it was Nori.

"Nori!" the three said simultaneously, making the latter roll his eyes.

"Aye, it is. Now get off your asses and let's get going aye?"

"AYE!" the three loudly chanted, creating an echo.

That earned them an equally as loud shush from the star-haired Dwarf. Causing Alexa and the two brothers to adopt an innocent look on their faces: making Nori scoff lightly. Motioning for the three to leave with a flick of his head, he turned to leave with the brothers in tow, while Alexa sneaked off to tell Ben of her departure.

/

"Ben, wake up sweetie," Alexa whispered into the boys' ear.

"Mmmm?" Ben groaned.

"I have to go now, Ben. I'm leaving Rivendell with the company," she whispered, combing his short ginger hair through her fingers soothingly, making him hum in pleasure.

"What? No!" Ben objected, almost jumping out of the sheets.

"I'm sorry Ben, I promise I'll be back as soon as I can," Alexa soothed, continuing to stroke the boy's hair in comfort.

"But-"

"No buts Ben, I'm leaving. They-they need me Ben," Alexa whispered, a sad tint in her tone.

"You had a vision, didn't you?" Ben asked.

"How'd you know?" Alexa inquired, looking at the boy with a curious look in her eye and a small smile on her lips.

"You have that look in your eye," he started "A look of knowing… Of burden"

Alexa sighed, breathing in deeply before hugging Ben tightly. He reciprocated instantly, relishing the contact; as he didn't know when or if he would see her again.

"Please come back to me mum," Ben whimpered, his eyes glossy with unshed tears.

"I will Ben," she replied, holding her boy tighter if possible.

"Promise?"

"I promise,"


AN: So I incorporated some Jedi powers. The green or yellow lightning is called 'Electric Judgement' or 'Emerald lightning'. It was used by Jedi Plo Koon and Jacen Solo (Those who have seen clone wars and other Disney spin offs know of this) It is the Jedi's version of 'force lightning'.