Kili, King Under The Mountain

by Sirene71

This a continuation of my other story "Kili Cannot Be Dead." It picks up directly where the first story left off- all of the line of Durin had been killed in BOFA but Aule the Valar would not let that stand...the one most worthy to rule was returned...Kili of course! I intend for this to span many years of his rule. This def. includes Tauriel- I luv fluffy/happy Kiliel ships!

12. Chapter 12

Hello lovely readers~~

Here's the next chapter...and FYI, there's some intimate moments, ergo the mature rating for the whole story, as there will be more to come (hope I'm not offending anyone...just want our pair to enjoy each other and be together :))

Chp 35

Tauriel got off of Kili's lap and she helped pull him off the chair. He took her hand and walked her over to an opening in the wall which had large boards over it. He unlatched the iron hardware and opened it. Tauriel realized they were covering a large window and when Kili swung open the boards she took a long, large breath of the sweet air. The last vestiges of winter were still present, but she squeezed his hand and said, "ahh, I can smell Spring in the very air." To which, Kili noted Tauriel had a huge smile on her face and it made him smile in turn. She looked down at him and saw his smile and she said, "Spring...it is my favorite season. A time when all living things are renewed and growth begins anew." Kili still basking in her smile as they gazed down into the valley where battle had raged, not so long ago. Tauriel, with her keen eyes, could see a number of dwarves moving about out there gathering items that could be reused; or some taking orc carcasses to a massive firepit for burning, and generally just tidying up the landscape.

Tauriel tsk'ed, but knew that was what any race must do after a bitter battle. Kili sensing her thoughts, placed his hand atop hers at the windowsill they stood at. Tauriel smiled again and continued her thoughts out loud, "Elves cannot feel temperatures, of course, but there is a barely imperceptible change in the air I can sense that lets me know Spring is on the way, and therefore I am glad. So much about this new year upon us, will be different. More different than I have ever known. I don't know if that portends ill or good, I cannot be certain, for the ancient others of my race gain the gift of foresight; but as I am only a babe in their eyes, I am not for sure...but something feels different though."

Kili squeezed her hand and also let his thoughts come out, "we dwarves run very hot," to which Tauriel looked down at Kili and smirked. Undaunted, because he knew the little tease he was playing had not passed her keen attention unnoticed, he continued, "There has to be a mighty cold for us to be affected. Still, though, I can feel the chill air without sensing a hint of warmth, as you are able." Gazing lovingly up at Tauriel he continued, "The depths of the abilities of Elves will never cease to amaze. Nor the great beauty they possess, especially and forever the wonderous lady that stands before me." He put his arms around her back and gently forced her down, so she was sitting on the deep stone windowsill. Here, Kili could be the taller of the pair and he very strongly brought her body so close to his, she could feel the pound of his heart again through her own tingling chest. Their mouths opened of their own accord as their tongues searched each other's out. At the same time, Tauriel could feel Kili's strong hands weave through her hair and gently grabbing some of it so he could tilt her head up...his other hand stroked her jaw but slowly moved it down her neck, then following along the angle of shoulders...only hesitating momentarily, and when no protest was forthcoming, he proceeded cupping her soft breast with loving, but firm pressure.

Enjoying each other's passionate embrace, they were loathe to break apart, but knew it couldn't continue as they both so wanted to. Breathlessly, they slightly backed away from each other. Tauriel looked into Kili's eyes and put one hand on the side of his stubbly jaw. They both sighed and Kili slowly bent down and touched his forehead to hers. Without lifting up, he asked "will you come with me my lady? I'd like to visit the infirmary and check on the dwarf. Perhaps...with...your knowledge of the healing arts...I just thought you could also take a look at him."

Tauriel ruefully smiled in return, to which Kili had a puzzled look on his face and then Tauriel hung her head. She started, "Of course I am happy to look at him and do what I can, but...my training is more for quickly treating battle injuries and such. I do not know how to care for those on the mend from long injuries or sicknesses." Kili was still puzzled, "But...what you did for me in Laketown? That was a deadly Morgul wound...and you healed me!" To which, Tauriel hung her head even more. Kili was confused and Tauriel continued to not speak. He pressed, and then finally, she sighed and replied, "Kili...in Laketown...you were on the verge of death. The incantation I recited...it is an ancient elvish spell..." She again stopped, but still did not lift her head. Kili lifted her chin up gently so their eyes met and he said, "Tauriel...please tell me." She sighed long, the corner of her mouth pinched and she began, "the spell...I was told to use it...only as a last resort. Only when there is no hope...and only if it is for someone you love deeply and would sacrifice that which is dearest to you."

Thank you for reading and your wonderful reviews! If you have a moment, please do leave a review...they keep me going and knowing you're still enjoying it :) FYI, I'm a little ways ahead and working on a difficult chapter, so hopefully I can post the next chapters soon and without too much time in between.