Chapter 15- Rivendell Pt. 1

The vally of Imaderias opened up before them The dwarves all stared in unison at the breathtaking scene ."Is this where you have been leading us. This was your plan all along to seek refuge with our enemy. Do you think the elves will give our quest their blessing, they will try to stop us." Thorin growled at Gandalf looking ahead of him with discust. "Of course they will, but we have questions that need answers. You have no enemies here Thorin Oakenshield . The only ill will you will find is what you bring yourself."Gandalf retorted. "Thorin, my knee really hurts and the elves are supposed to be great healers, please." Philicia pleaded with him. In the end her misty eyes won him over and they proceeded down the narrow path that led to a bridge made of stone over the many rivers running through the little elven city."This is incredible "she said limping slowly holding on to Thorin for balance. The dwarves were grumbeling to themselves and once in a while Philicia caught a word or two"Hey",she said turning around to scold them all. "You shouldn't say that not all elves are rotten like the ones that refused to help you when Erebor was attacked." "I don't like elves" Nori stated shaking his head."Fine we will just have to wait and see what happens" she refuse to argue with the dwarves. So they walked still following the little path as Philicias knee started shooting pains and throbbing constantly. "Thorin"She finally called out."I can't do this my knee is hurting really bad." "Then I will carrry you"He said bending and hooking his arm behind her knees and lifting her up in his arms." Is the lass alright "? Balin asked as soon as Thorin lifted her to his arms. "She is in pain and can not go any further" Thorin glanced at the company then back to Balin."Her injury will need tending too Oin can see to it once we get there"Thorin kissed Philicias forehead as she leaned her head against his chest. She took in the scent that was uniquely his that combination of sandlewood ,pine and smoke. intoxicating it was and comforting all together."Right you are laddie"Balin answered giving Thorin a reassuring pat on the walk across the stone bridge was amazing you could hear the water rushing underneath and the smells of different kinds of shrubes, flowers and trees. There were birds churping and flying from nest to nest and everything seemed so peaceful and sureal. Philicia followed the path of Thorins eyes as they took in the beautiful senery around were rock cliffs that stretched as tall as skyscrapers to the right and behind the little vally. Set int the rock were trees their leaves changing from green to gold and two big waterfalls were cascading down from both sides and there were more waterfalls all around Rivendell. As they approached the bridge became a circular stone platform with a staircase leadind up to the city was silent as the beauty of the place washed over were stone statues of elves on both sides of the platform and vines along the rails of the stairs .Two pillars with torches lit were also placed on either side of the steps. All and all it looked very tranquil. Suddenly there was a tall elf coming down the steps with a circlet around his head and wearing a brown robe of some sort. Gandalf stepped forward. "Mithrandear" The elf greeted The wizard. "Ah Lindar. where is Lord Elrond ?I must speak with him!" "My Lord Elrond is not here." Suddenly a horn blasted and a groupe of elves on horseback came charging across the bridge. "KAZAD IFRIDI BEKAR"Thorin shouted and the dwarves circled around Thorin, Bilbo And elves were circling around the dwarves till Elrond raised his hand and they all fell in a line riding away. " Gandalf" Lord Elrond addressed the wizard."My friend" The wizard made a greeting in the elvish way."Where have you been" Gandalf asked . They were speaking in elvish." We have been hunting a pack of orcs that came up from the slew a number near The Hidden Pass " Elrond added dismounting from a big brown horse. Lord Elrond went to Gandalf."Strange for orcs to come so close to our borders"Elrond said embracing The wizard. "Something or someone has drawn them near"Elrond accused in a polite way."Ah that would be us" Gandalf stepped aside to reveal who had been hidden. Lord Elrond approached Thorin." Welcome Thorin,son of Thrain and The Lady Philicia Anderson of Woodland Hills", "You know me" Philicia was shocked that he knew she was coming."We have been expecting you for a while now."Elrond addressed her."I do not believe we have met."Thorin answered his voice heavy."You have your grandfathers bearing. I knew Thror when he ruled under the mountain". Philicia squeezed Thorins hand gently conveying what words could not say." indeed , he never made no mention of you". Thorin" Philicia elbowed Thorin in the side ."That wasn't nice please Thorin at least try to be polite". The company stood and watched the interaction between their king and The Elven Lord still at attention. Suddenly Lord Elrond started speaking in elvish " ,What is he saying ,does he offer us insult" Gloin said stepping forward."No Master Gloin he is offering you food" Gandalf dwarves started grumbling to themselves."Ouuucheee" Phlicia wimpered as she applied pressure to her injured knee. "Your lady is in need of assistance," Elrond said turning to Thorin. "She injured her knee while we were running from the orcs and lifted Philicia in his arms again." Follow me Thorin Oakenshield I will have my best healers tend to her"Thorin glared at the tall elf but followed him anyway."Trust them Thorin they will help me these elves are not enemies". Philicia wispered in Thorins ear."I do not trust them but I will let them help you" Thorin followed The elf up the steps and the rest of the company was rght behind them. While Philicia was with the healers the rest of the dwarves were offered the chance to bathe and wash their clothes. Thorin insisted he would stay with Philicia while the healers attended her."Bring her in here Elrond said as he laid her down on a large bed. The room was exquiset the bed was green with vines and flowers carved into the wood. After sleeping on the hard ground the soft mattress felt like heaven. Suddenly a female elf wearing a burgandy colored gown came up to them. "I am Liliah I will tend your lady Your Magesty",the kindly elf said To Thorin."Do not call me that I am not a king". "In our eye's Thorin Oakensheld it matters not that you have a crown or throne you still are a king and thus are deserving the respect of one.", Thorin nodded his head at the elf and she immediatly went to work on Philicias knee. She mixed some powders together with sweet smelling water till it made a paste." I am going to apply this to your cut tell me if it causes you pain". The elf began to rub the paste into her wound." It feels cold and tingles"Philicia said looking at Thorin who still was holding her hand. "That is good it means the medicine is working to clean out debree and prevent infection" Thorin watched the elf as she reached for the bowl of steaming water and a washcloth. "I am going to remove the paste now, this might sting a little" Philicia grasped Thorins hand tighter as the elf began wiping the paste from her knee. " Ohueee, Thorin", she said as tears leaked out her eye's." Hold her still" The elf instructed,"This is deep it will need to be stiched closed" Philicias eyes grew big as the healers words registered." Thorin " she cried." I am here kurduh uh, my heart" he translated for her."Stay with her I will return shortly". The elf fluttered out of the room and returned with a basket and clear thread and more turned green as she watched Liliah thread the needle." Thorin i'm scared they don't have lidocaine here" "All will be alright my Lady do not worry" The elf reassured her." Hold her still " She instructed Thorin. So he climbed onto the bed and sat behind her supporting her within his strong arms. "Shhh, I am here now be still" The elf applied another paste and after a few minutes she touched her knee." Can you feel that my Lady. " No" Philicia wined. "good then let us began", the elf worked quickly and within a few minutes she was knotting off the final stitch. It had taken five stitches to close the gash on her knee but the elf assured both her and Thorin that Philicia would be up and moving by the end of the day. "Thank you", Thorin said giving the she elf a polite bow. Philicia immediatly thought that this elf would be added to her list of healers she was going to have at the battle for Erebor when the time came. "Now Lady Philicia would you like to bath I have brought some clean dresses for you to choose from"." A bath, oh yes please" Philicia exclaimed. She had not been able to take a bath since her monthly time and was in bad need of one."Thorin you brobably would want a bath yourself right about now"Philicia turned red at the thought of Thorin helping her bathe. "Indeed I would " he blushed also as Liliah had the king follow her out."Thorin could you have her bring back my black bag." . So while Thorin was away the elf returned with her duffel bag and helped her onto her feet and into a large tub of the most wonderful water she had ever smelled. It was a cross between magnolia and rose scent and felt heavenly on her bare skin. She made use of the scented soaps and hair cleaners and scrubbed till she was so clean her skin shined. The elf appeared from behind the curtin and held out a huge towel for Philicia . Wrapping her in it she led her to a chair and vanity and began brushing out her hair. "Oh the braid please leave it in. It's Thorin's courtship braid". Nodding in understanding she continued brushing her hair till it shined. when she was done the elf rubbed an oil into her hair her hands soothing to the touch. Of all the places Philicia dreamed about going to this was one. Rivendell was everything she dreamed it would be and more. Philicia chose a lavender gown trimmed in gold for her evening dress and matching slippers for her dress was beautiful and flowed to the floor with the sleeves open down the arms and only closing up at the wrist. When she was dressed Liliah did her hair in intricate braides and secured them atop her head leaving half her hair flowing down her back, her courtship braid hanging over one reached into her bag and spritsed herself wth perfume and they were done. "Come with me Lady Philicia "I will show you to your room". ""Thank you so much for everything Liliah," Philicia hugged the she elf. She was led down a narrow passage and onto a balcony that looked over the vally and the lake beyond."When you are ready I will take you to your companions for dinner" " Will Arwen be there? I so want to meet her"Philicia winced a little as she walked her stitches pulling with every step. She went down a flight of steps that opend into a courtyard where she could hear music were tables set up and all the company was there. She spotted Bombur first due to his boisterious voice then Bifur and Bomfur. Seated next to them were Ori Nori and Dori. The two Durin Princes and finally Dwalin was next to Oin and Gloin and Bilbo. There was a high table set apart from the rest where Gandalf ,Balin Lord Elrond and Thorin were seated. Philicia smiled at the company as she approached the table. One by one the Dwarves stood and bowed as she walked by treating her like royalty. She was happy to see them but her focus was fixed on the Raven haired Dwarf seated at the far table. Philicia approached Lord Elrond and Gandalf as her eyes met with Thorins. "Thank you you are most kind for your hospitality to my friends and I",She said to the elven lord."And how is your injury"? Elrond asked her as he slowly too a bite of the salad placed before him. "My knee feels so much better the stitches pull a little bit tho."Do you need more of the paste on your injury"? Thorin asked her clearly concerned."No I think it will be ok for a while ", she clasped Thorins hand as he reached for hers. "What can you tell us of these swords"? Thorin asked Lord Elrond handing his blade over to him. The elf examined the sword carefully before answering. This is Orcrist, The by the high elves of the west,my kin". Elrond pulled the sword halfway out of it's sheath before handing it back to Thorin. Thorin gave Elrond a gracious nod."A famous blade may it serve you well". Thorins eyes met with Philicias a smile forming on his striking face."Gandalf then passed his sword over to Elrond."And this is Glamdring ,the Foe-Hammer,the sword of King Turgon of Gondolin.`These swords were fordegd for the goblin wars during the first age they have been thought to be lost for hundreds of years." Everything Philicia had told Thorin about this conversation in Rivendell had come true. This again drove spine tingling chills up the Dwarf Kings back."How did you come by these"Elrond asked turning to Thorin. "We found them in a troll hord on The Great East Road shortly before we were ambushed by orcs." Gandalf offered."And waht were you doing on The Great East Road if I may ask"? The conversation then started on about how safe the roads were betwen Erid Luin and The Misty sat there patiently eating . Salads had always been a favorite food of hers so this was a treat. Along with salad ther was a variety of fresh fruit hot steamed vegetables. The elves did not eat meat but for their guest thee had been sausages and chunks of chicken and succlunt bits of roasted pork. It truly was a feast concidering they had been eating only what could be hunted in the wild. As the meal came to a close sweet pastries were brought outmuch to the delight of the company. Te servant elves placed two heaping platters on oppisite sides of the table and it was pandemonium .All the sudden Kili flung a piece if cantelope at Fili missing him and hitting Nori instead. "What was that for"? Said Nori wiping the sticky juice off his face. "Kili catch" Bifur sidned some words in Kazadul and then the food was flying everywhere. It wasn't till a piece hit Thorin in the head that he risked a glance behind him and with just a look the commotion suddenly came to a halt. "Lord Elrond I would so like to meet your daughter Arwen. Will she be around this evening."Philicia asked with all the grace of a queen.""I am sorry to dissapoint you she is away meeting a very special guest that will be arriving on the morrow.,Lord Elrond And Gandalf excused themselves and made a quick bows to Thirin and left leaving them alone" Did you have enough?" Thorin asked stroking Philicias cheek."What" She eyed him puzzled. "your dinner"He said glancing at her plate that was still half full of food."Oh yes i'm done". "Good shall we take a walk around there is something I want to show you." So Philicia placed her hand in the kings and they slowly made their way out to a stone path that led to the lake below. As the path ended a small garden surounded by tall trees lay before them and over the cliff was the water below." This is absolutly beautiful Thorin, how did you find it?" She threw her arms around his waist as he placed his hands on the side of her head his eyes never leaving hers." I assure you quite by accident. I was walking around while you were in the bath and I found this. " Thorin looked around to the beauty that was Rivendell. "Still no matter there is only you I wish to see right now. This place may be beautiful, but to you, it does not compare." Thorin brought their lips together in a kiss so tender Philicia didn't think it possible that the hardend Dwarf King could display such gentleness. She threw her arms around his neck pulling him closer .Thorin deepend the kiss his tounge pressing against her mouth. Philicia opend and he thrust inward his tongue seeking hers. Their mouths kissed and bit eachothers lips till she was sure there would be swelling."Azunugial Philicia", Thorin wimpered as he lowered them both to the soft grass. "I have missed this," He said stretching out beside her ,her head pillowed on his arm." I love you" Philicia wispered her hand stroking his face before reaching around to pull them together again. Fellings so strong washed over the both they were shaking as the kindeling burst into flames. Thorin half covered Philicia with his chest as she clung to him breathless and full of wonder." Thorin?" She panted as he swooped in for another searing kiss his lips moving to her nose , then her forehead before biting at her chin, "Philicia my ghivashel." Thorin breathed in he ear biting her earlob before bring her lips to his again."You are going to have to teach me Kazadul if you keep saying things I can't understand" She scolded ."It 's a phrase that means treasure of treasures and that is what you are to me. I thought to never have someone to love me ,then I found you." Thorin sat up and pulled Philicia against his broad chest tucking her crown under his chin."I had always thought the Arkenstone to be the most precious thing to me but now I am not so sure". Thorin spoke of the stone that represented his divine right to rule as if it was a lost relic ,but her, she was the future. He had secretly been hoping that soon he would be able to ask for Philicias hand and she would accept." Thorin, I will tell you cause you have a right to know. You get the Arkenstone back but it is placed on your chest over your .. over your hea.. heart... at the funerals.". She didn't hide the fact that it tore her apart to think of what still lie ahead."My love you have assured me that will not happen and I trust you that you will find a way." I did not mean for you to cry I am sorry I have caused you tears" Thorin tightend his arms around her. And for a long while they sat quietly watching the sunset over the lake. "We should get back before Balin sends the guards to find us". So Thorin stood to his feet and helped Philicia up and they left the tranquil garden hand in hand.

"Where did you both dissapear too?, "Kili asked They came up to where the Dwarves were setting up their camp for the night." Some much needed alone time my sisters son" Thorin placed his hand on Kili's shoulder as Philicias words echoed in his head. The company had been offfered rooms but instead chose to sleep out under the stars. They had already started a big bon fire and were burning the chairs and whatever else they could find .Bombur was sitting on one of the chairs and it collapsed and with a thud he landed on his behind. That brought roars of laughter from every one. Thorin had even managed to crack a smile over that one. So they spent the evening sitting around the fire telling stories and smoking their pipes. One by one they all put out their bedrolls and drifted off to sleep. "I think I will turn in also,"Philicia said rubbing her eyes."Indeed, it has been a long day,"Thorin continued "Are you sleeping out here"She turned to him. "I think it would be for the best "he replied kissing her on the hand." Well see you i the morning then", With that she climbed the steps that led to her room overlooking where the dwarves were camped out. The room they had given Philicia was excepionally beautiful. There was a large bed against the wall with a canopy of peach colored and yellow chiffon draped all around . Laid into the walls were flowers and vines crisscrossing over the walls and plush carpets on the floors, There was even an attached bathroom with a rather large sunk in tub. Philicia scanned the room and deemed it to her liking as she let her thoughts drift to the quest and what lie ahead. " Oh God if you can hear me please help me find a way to save them", She prayed." I love him so much , why would you send me here just to rip him away from me." She let the tears come and when there were no more Philicia went out on the balcony overlooking the dwarves camp and sat on the rampart her thoughts on Thorin, Fili and Kili. Suddenly she remembered her I-Pod. Dashing back into her room she searched her bag and finding the device she put on the song from The Unexpected Journey. Philicia put the earphones in and soon she was singing to the hauntingly beautiful song.

Far over The Misty Mountains rise, leave us standing, upon the highs.

What was before, we see once more,is our kingdom, A distant light

Fiery mountain, beneath the moon, the words unspoken,

We'll be there soon. For home a song, that echos on

And all who find us, will know the tune. Ahi yi yi oh

Some fok we never forget, some kind we never forgive.

Haven't seen the back of us yet, we'll fight as long as we live

All eyes on the hidden door,To the Lonley Mountain born

We'll ride in the gathering storm, until we get, our long forgotten gold

We lay under The Misty Mountains cold, in slumbers deep,and dreams of gold

We must awake. our lives to make, and in the darkness , a torch we hold

From long ago, when lanterns burned ,till this day, our hearts have yearned

Her fate unknown ,The Arkenstone, What was stolen, must be returned.

Thorin sat there and listend to the haunting song Philicia sung. Little by little they all awoke one nudging the other till they all stood below the balcony . Thorin looked up at Philicia and he was lost. He turned his head away so no one could see the tears streaming down his face. He knew without a doubt what she sang about. Erebor, their lost kingdom and now where they were bound at journey's end. Balin stood and went to Thorin. "Go to her laddie."He urged. You need her so" Balin placed his hand on Thorins shoulder. Thorin didn't say anything to anyone as he made his way to Philicia's room. She was waiting for Thorin at the top of the steps taking him in her arms. His eyes were still full of moisture as he held her close." That was a beautiful song from where did you learn it?" Thorin asked her as they went into the bedroom and shut the door." It's played at the end of the first movie. You all are standing on the carrock and on the horizon is Lonley Mountain. Is it as grand as you say I do hope so." She poured a glass of water handing it to Thorin . " I didn't mean for the song to upset you. I just started singing, you see I have it on my I-Pod and oh I don't know..." she looked at Thorin and hurled herself into his waiting arm's ." Stay with me please?" So Thorin pulled off his armor and outer clothes till just the breeches and dark blue tunic remained. The elf maid had given Phlicia a nightgown to wear that was lacy and white Thorin at that moment knew he would never be the same again. Philicia went over to the bed and pulled back the blankets as he joined her there.

Thorin woke to a warm body curled up next to him. Somehow during the night Philicia had pressed her back up against his chest and Thorin had put his arm around her waist his hand coming to rest on her stomach. He could hear the birds chirping in the trees as the morning sun cast her light over The Vally of Imladris. Thorin turned his head and laid there very quiet just watching Philicia sleep. In this state she looked so peaceful. He could already see how the constant traveling was taking it's toll in her. She had lost weight and was always tired, but she never complained unless absolutly necesssary. He reached up and let a few strands of her firey blond hair slip betwee his digits. Thorin closed his eyes and let the scent of her perfume from last night wash over him. When he opend his eyes he was met with hers smiling back at him." Thank you, for staying with me."She said her hand coming to caress his beard. "I can think of no place I would rather be." Thorin broke the eye contact and let his gaze travel down to the lacy nightgown. It was thin and he could just make out the sillhouette of her breast underneath. His memory thought back to the night Balin had told the story to Bilbo and what had happend afterwords. His body was starting to harden just thinking about it. They needed to get up and now before all was lost."I'm starved shall we see what the elves have laid out forbreakfast." Philicia said untangeling herself from the warmpth of Thorins arm's. "The company should be awake already and we have much to do today." Thorin said putting his outer armor back on."Really, whats on the agenda besides breakfast" Philicia said putting her outfit together for the day."Well to began with you and Bilbo need to learn how to use those swords and then we must train . One must be ready for anything the path over the mountains is not an easy one." Thorins voice was laced with trepidation as rightfullly it should be for Philicia knew what lie ahead. She would tell him when the time was right. 'I will meet you in the courtyard" Thorin sais swiftly kissing her then he was out the door. Philicia was going to wear one of the dresses the elf lady had brung her yesterday but since she had to begin her training she chose something else instead. Half an hour later Philicia appeared in the courtyard wearing her skinny jeans with the flure de leise on the backpockets , The rinestones shining like diamonds when ever they caught the light. For her top she had slipped into her teal green tee shirt the one with black hearts all over it and her boots on her feet. She had but her long hair in a pony tail and braided it to keep her hair out of her face. " Morning everybody.", Philicia smiled reaching for a plate. The elves definatly knew how to be hospitible. For the morning meal they had laid out fresh fruit a variety of sweet breads and pastries along with scrambled eggs and some kind of meat. There was also fruit juice and a wierd kind of bread that she reconized as Lembas. One bite would keep you full for a whole day. The darves were all seated around the long table and clearly enjoying themselves. After the last two months this was a much needed rest. Philicia filled her plate and went to sit next to Thorin who was talking with Balin and Gandalf about tonights council meeting. Today was Mid summers Eve tonight when the moon was full they would read the map."Philicia , after breakfast i want you and Master Baggins in the training arena. If one is going to carry around a weapon one must know how to use it properly." Thorin would not let them off the hook on this . So at noon both Philicia and Bilbo after spending a quiet morning relaxing trugged themselves to the training ground. Thorin was already sparring with Dwalin sweat glistening on his face. Fili and Kili were practicing with the bows and knives and the rest were using axes and swords everyine was engaged in some kind of mock battle of sort.
"Philicia come here" Thorin commanded " Do you know how to hold one of these"? he asked handing her a small sword the elves had lent him. "Not really I've never held a sword before." her voice trembled as Thorin took her hand and curled her fingers around the hilt. "The first thing to remember is to keep your knees bent at all times. Speaking of knees since yours is still healin we will just cover the basics for a while." "K "she said listening to Thorin explain how to stand. "Since you are small keep the blade closer to your body it will help keep you in balance. Also let the blade be an extention of your arm and never turn your back in your opponent. Come on now try a couple of practice swings." Thorin came up beside her and wrapped his huge hand over hers and showed her how to make a strike that would inflict the most damage." Remember to always aim for the middle or the head ,orc heads are removed quite easily with a proper strike"Thorin showed Philicia a few more moves before he notice that her skin had turned clammy and she was sweating and no longer listening to what he was saying." Oh God i'm going to be sick". Before Thorin could react she had fled down to the bushes behind the training arena. Thorin laid his blade against a tree and followed her. Spotting the woman he loved bent over puking her guts out he came up behind her circling his arms around her tiny waist. "Philicia ,what happend my heart"? he asked concerned for her distress." Orcs black blood I can't do this I can't stab anything" With that thought she heaved again and sobbs came pouring out as Thorin wiped her mouth with his shirt." You will be fine and yes you can do this ", he reassured her but when they started walking back her legs gave out and she started to collapse. The path tilted "Tho...Thorin" was all she got out before she fainted . Thorin lifted her in his arms and coming into the clearing called for Oin. "She was sick and then she just .."Thorin told Oin. Thorin carried Philicia up the steps and into her room placing her on the bed gently. Oin ran out to grab his bag of medicional herbs and freshwater. By the time he returned the water was alredy boiling. Gloin also came with Oin and began checking Phiicia over. "Thorin ye might want to turn yer head away I have got to raise her shirt", So while Thorin went to look out the window Oin and Gloin made sure there was no fever or illness present in the kings lady. "She seems to be fine no sighn of sickness just more than likely over exertion and to much time in the sun. Have her sip that tea slowly when she wakes keep her out of the heat and make sure she drinks lot's of water." So Thorin sat the rest of the afternoon with Philicia sitting beside her on the large bed her hand clasped in his. "I am sorry my heart I should have not been so hard in you today" Thorin was beside himself with guilt so he made sure she was as comfortable as was just dampening a cloth and as he placed it on her forehead she came to. "Thorin," she breathed ," how did I get in here? What happend? I was listening to you and then I got sick ". She let her Amythest orbes travel up to meet his and all the love and concern for her showed itself in his eye's. "You fainted, I carried you back here. Oin says you are to stay out of the heat for a few days ." Thorin informed her that she had a case of heat exaustionand to stay in bed." I need to brush, my mouth taste aweful." She said trying to get up. "Here I will help you" Thorin supported her from behind as she made her way to the ajoining washroom." I will be rght here should you need me". " ok "she said after that the water came on from the tap. Philicia had Thorin take her the tooothpaste and her toothbrush. Philicia washed the nasty taste away, washed her face and as as she was coming out the door one of the elleths came and informed them that dinner would be served in a little while. "Lord Elrond asked me to pass a message to you also" The she elf said. "The Lady Arwen is back and wishes an audience with you as soon as you are felling better ". With that th she elf was gone. "Wow Arwen. oh my Gawd Thorin this is incredible I have wished I could meet her since The lord Of The Rings movie first came out ." And now she's here". "Do you feel up to it should you not be resting" . "I will have her come here that would be better" Philicia stood in front of Thorin her hand reaching up to brush his cheek. He towered over her but there was only love looking down as his lips claimed her in a passionate kiss. Thorin quickly broke away. "I will let the others know how you are doing they must be very concerend by now." "See you at dinner then." Thorin kissed Philicia again and he was out the door . Philicia lay upon the bed reading a book when there came a soft knock at the door. "It's open "she said. Philicia sat there as the elf she had dreamed of meeting for so long came into her room a pile of clothing in her hands. Lady Arwen was even more beautiful in real life. Her long Chocolate brown hair was in perfect contrast to her blue eye's that only spoke of kindness and concern." My Lady Philicia I had heard that you had taken ill my only hope is that you are recovered". Philicia didn't say a word she just sat there staring at the elf. Finally she spoke" Oh sorry I just had to proscess all this, Oh my Oh your Arwen." "I have brought you some clothes since you have not much with you. Arwen offered. "Thank you so very much Philicia said as Arwen placed the pile of clothing on the bed. "Oh, I am sorry, please sit and talk with me a while"Arwen sat at the foot of the bed the pile of clothes between them."I don't have any title so you don;t have to call me Lady just Philicia is fine." She said as her hand touched the gown on the top of the pile."You are courting King Thorin therefore it is a title of respect." Yes ,we are courting" she wispered." Are you not happy with how things are going?" Arewn questioned. "I am scared , I don't know how to love him I am afraid I will say or do something wrong" "Do you not love him with your true heart". Arwen placed a gentle hand on Philicias shoulder." Oh this is crazy I loved Thorin before I even met him. How ,how do I explain" Arwen listend as Philicia confided in her everything. "And now we are dating and here we are." I too have a love but my father does not approve." Arwen voice was sad as she spoke of her and Aragorn." Don't worry Arwen in the end true love always prevails." So they sorted through the clothes and Philicia choose a gown of Sapphire Blue with silver embrodery on the front bodice and down the sleeves. it had to be himmed up since she was much shorter than the elf but in the end Philicia looked stunning. She had the gown on the brush of the train dragging behind her as she walked. Arwen had done her hair and make up placing intricate braids piled atop her head and the rest hanging down her back. Even tho she was supposed to stay and rest she felt much better and deceided to join the others. By the time they had finished dinner was announced and they both made their way to the dining hall. Thorin was already there as was the rest of the company even Bilbo was scrubbed up and in fresh clothes. Thorin was in deep conversation with Balin and did not notice as Arwen and Philicia entered the hall. Suddenly Balin looked up and he smiled .Thorin turned to look behind him and froze. There standing before him was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Philicia outshined the sun as she slowly made her way to where he was seated. The colors of Durin were breathtaking on her as she picked up the brush train of her gown and waited for Thorin to pull out her chair."You look magnificent" he said placing a kiss on her hand. "Thank you "Philicia replied. So dinner went smoothly the dwares actually starting to loosen up finally. They were starting to realize that the elves of Rivendel were not the ones of Mirkwood. Even Thorin seemed to be enjoying himself. Midsummers Eve was fast upon them " Thorin that's when Elrond will decipher the rues o the map for you" Philicia said leaning into his ear."You do not remember anything else of what the map says?" Thorin asked a hint of desperationin his voice."No just what I have already told you. So dinner was drawn to a conclusion and slowly everyone drifted out . Thorin, Gandalf Lord Elrond and Philicia were the only ones that remained. "Lady Philicia would you please follow me ." Elrond addressed her. "What is this about"Thorin asked still unsure about these elves. " Please Thorin Oakenshield come with me also. So with the wizard following the three they walked out into the corridor and down a long path that led to a stone balcony . And there standing in the middle was the face only angels could have. "My Lady Galedrial." Gandalf bowed before the elf. Even Thorin started to bow to her. She raised her hand . "Thorin Oakenshield, King of The Dwarves you bow before nobody." Thorin instead gave her a regal nod of his head. "Come forth Philicia Anderson of Woodland Hills". Philicias legs shook as she approached the etheral being. Lady Galedrials beauty surpassed anything she had ever seen. The elf had long golden hair that reached past her slender waist and she was shimering in a white gown with a long train fanned out all around her. "Lady Galedrial" Philicias voice trembled." Have no fear child for we have been expecting you for a long time now." Galaderial smiled at her."How, how you know of me"? I'm not from this world and I know I was brought here to save the lives of Thorin and his nephew's but what I don't understand is how , how was I brought here." Philicia was silent as she waited. "We elves are very powerful and as for your question, because you wished it to be so. Did you not tell Mithrandier I would change it if I could."Galedrial reached for Philicias hand's. Yes I did say that." She answered." It is cause of the great love you bore Thorin Oakenshield that you are here . We had to wait for you to be born and grow to a certain age before you could be brought to this world." 'But why me? There are millions of women in this world and mine that would have been a better choice than me". "That might be true ,but for Thorin Oakenshield there is only one."Philicia was stunned at the elfs words. "Yes ,it is you, my dear the other half of his soul .That is why he has lived alone all these long years for his one was not in this world therefore he could not find her. "Lord Elrond I wish to speak to The Dwarven King and his lady alone." Galaderial spoke something in elvish and then Elrond and Gandalf took their leave. "Galaderial watched them till they were out of sight. "Now the real question Lady Philicia is ,do you wish to remain here or would you wish to return to your world." Philicia turned her head an looked at Thorin" I don't know, I want to stay here and yet I want to go home also ." At that Thorin's heart dropped. He bit his lip willing himself to remain silent. "Can I go home and take Thorin with me"? "I am sorry dear that is not possible for he has many things to accomplish in this world." However I am going to give you a choice ". Galaderial pulled a small red stone from her gown." I don't understand." Philicia said shaking her head."This jewel is very powerful it has the ability to transport between worlds." Hearing what the elf said Thorin gasped and came up next to Philicia taking her hand in his." I will teach you what to say and when you speak these words you will be taken to your world. But I caution you ,for only three day's do you have. If you wish to stay the stone will return to me, and if not, repeat the words and it will bring you here again in exactly the place and time you left." "Can I use the stone to go back to before my parents accident." Philicia pleaded." If only that were so your heart would be spared much pain. The decision lies in your hands but remember once made it cannot be changed." With that The lady Galedrial faded right before their eye's.