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Basan and I rode back to the castle and I ran to dad. He was reading a book when I gave him a hug. He put it down and smiled.

"How is my sweet princess today? Did you find your ride eventful today?" He asked hugging me back.

"Yes father. I need you to promise me that you will not harm the next four people that walk in this room. Can you do this?" I asked nervously.

"Yes. I can do this, bring them in!" He said with excitement.

I nodded and walked to the door. I opened it and told the nearest Orc to go get Basan and the three men that were captive immediately. He bowed and walked off to get them. Four minutes later, Basan was striding up to me gracefully with the three captives behind. They looked frightened and I smiled warmly to them in hopes to make them feel better.

"Basan bring them in." I said nicely.

Basan walked in and they all followed. As they walked in my father's face changed from eagerness to horror. He had let three of the Fellowship in to his home and he couldn't hurt them. After they were all in, I smiled at dad and ran to him.

"Daddy what's wrong? I want them as playmates. Remember, you promised and so I will hold it to you!" I smiled and hugged him.

"Well, as my daughter has now shown you, I can't hurt you at all. You are to treat her with respect and will be kept here until she tires of you. Is this clear?" He asked in a demanding tone.

"Yes Lord Saroman." They all said in unison. He nodded and I motioned for Basan to take them out. He nodded and bowed first to me and then to Dad. After they had left I turned to my father.

"Father, I did not mean to deceive you, but I wanted playmates from outside. I wanted them safe and not harmed. I am sorry. Punish me now if you like." I said and I lowered my head.

"Arianna, you were wrong to do this, but I will not punish you. You need playmates and I am glad you chose these-subjects." He said and smiled, "Now go and play. I tire of you easily"

I kissed his cheek and giggled. He smiled and waved me away. I walked out of the room and smiled. Basan was standing there and he took my arm and started to chat with me. I really enjoyed his company, and I knew that he enjoyed mine, too.

He led me to the room that the playmates were being held in and I thanked him with a quick kiss to the cheek. He blushed! Obviously embarrassed, he shyly kissed my cheek. I smiled and thanked him. He bowed and waved goodbye. He walked off and started yelling at some other Orcs for dawdling in the hall. What a softy! He always is nice to me and yet he is never nice to anyone else. I thought as I walked into the room.

They were sitting together on the floor talking when I walked in. They immediately stopped and looked at me when I walked in. I smiled and sat in a chair and studied them very carefully. They looked very nervous, like an animal backed into a corner and has no way of escaping.

The man was rugged and very broad in the shoulders. He had black hair and deep brown eyes. He was a ranger. I could tell by his features and face. He looked the least nervous and meekly smiled at me.

The Elf was very handsome. His features were very prominent on him and he was very slender. He was nervous, but not letting it show. He looked at the man and then to the Dwarf and then looked back at me.

The dwarf was short. He had a long beard and was fat. I smiled and thought of him running through fields and mountains continually. He looked nervous and let it show. I saw that he still had his weapons and held them close.

I finally stood and pointed to the dwarf, "You, dwarf, what is your name for I would surly like to know it!" I said politely.

He stood and bowed, "Princess, my name is Gimli son of Gloin." He sat back down and I smiled.

"Well Gimli, do not fear me, I simply want to have friends. I have not had a friend in several years, except for Basan and other Orcs!" I said and laughed.

I pointed to the man and then the elf. The man's name was Aragorn and the elf's name was Legolas. I stated that they could walk around and not fear the Orcs. I told them that if an Orc ever hurt them that they had permission to hit them back.

They seemed to relax after they introduced themselves and I smiled. I was trying as hard as I could to not scare them. I then realized that they looked hungry and that I WAS hungry! I opened the door and yelled for Basan. He appeared three or four minutes later. I asked him to bring up a good meal for all four of us and he nodded and left.

I looked at them and they looked dirty and pitiful. I called for my ladies- in-waiting and they appeared. A human, and a dwarf surprisingly. It was kind of ironic. I led them in the room and they went to the race of being that was theirs. I nodded and they took them away. I was left with the elf. He looked at me and I smiled.

"You are to come with me. Do not be worried, Aragorn and Gimli will be well taken care of. My ladies-in-waiting are giving them baths and maybe pleasure. I do not know. I will show you to your bath and wash you if you so please." I said warmly.

"You are too kind. Seeing as your father is who he is, I can't believe you are so nice." He said and stood. He followed me to the baths and I led him to the largest one. I turned the tap on and steamy water flowed out of it.

"I will leave so you may get in. Do you wish for me to wash you?" I asked and looked at him blankly.

"You are a princess, you shouldn't act like a humble maid." He said and smiled, "Thank you for your generous hospitality though."

I nodded and left. He took his time and I went to go check on Aragorn and Gimli. Aragorn was in his room alone and I walked in to see to him. He looked up at me and smiled. He pat the bed next to hi and I sat down next to him.

"How long has it been since you have had a friend?" he asked and smiled.

"Too long master Aragorn. I have not had a friend in 50 years" I said sadly.

He looked at me wide eyed and then said, "I will be your friend. Have you ever had a suitor? Or a fancy for some elf?"

"Only an Orc was bold enough to ask to marry me. My father sent him away. I felt sorry for him though. I haven't seen him since." I said sadly and smiled.

"Have you ever been to Rivendale? Or Mirkwood? Or Gondor?" he asked and I nodded no, "Where have you been then?"

"I have never been far enough away not to see the Castle." I said and his mouth dropped open.

"How old are you?" he asked and looked at me.

"110. I was changed into an elf when I was 16. My dog.. Luna she was given eternal life and she lives on the grounds." I said and smiled. He watched me carefully and I looked at him.

"I will take you with me when we are allowed to leave, would you like that?" He asked and looked at me straight in the face.

"Oh would I! I would love to!" I said happily

"When are we allowed to leave?" he asked shyly.

Black Oleandor: Hey, I don't know if this is going well... I have no more ideas. MUST WATCH LOTR! *runs off to go watch to get more ideas* Well my next chappie will be good. Keep Reviewing! I need a name for this Fic!!