The next chapter in the adventures of our three elves.

Disclaimer: I do NOT own Lord of the Rings.

CHAPTER TWO

The three friends rode out early in the morning. Lord Elrond had been asking them to stay at least one more day, because Legolas had only arrived the evening before. But stubborn as the three of them could be, especially Legolas, they left at the break of dawn. The weather was ideal for travelling. A nice breeze blew through the Rivendell valley and the sun was shining. Summer was approaching and the flowers bloomed. The leaves of the trees were a wonderful green.

For Legolas this was one of his favourite times of year. The trees were waking from the winter time. He loved listening to their whispers. Legolas always had a special connection with nature. In some situations this connection was very useful, the threes warned him if danger was approaching or gave shelter when he needed it. And therefore had saved his life more than once.

Elladan, Elrohir and Legolas had travelled a long time and they decided to stop at the bank of the river. The river was not flowing very fast which made it ideal for a swim. They took of their shirts and dived in the water. All three were having great fun and enjoyed seeing each other again, for it had been quite some time ago.

Lord Elrond took Estel to the house of healing. He showed were the herbs and medicines where stored and where some of the healers prepared medications. After that Elrond decided it was time to get Estel accustomed to some of the most important herbs which could come in handy in dire situations.

"This plant is called Athelas, but men also call it Kingsfoil. It is a weed and it has the ability to slow some poisons. And this is..."

Estel was listing intently to what Elrond was telling him. He was fascinated with all the different herbs and their functions. Estel knew it was only the beginning of learning all there was to the art of healing, but he enjoyed it very much.

At the end of the day Estel was allowed to make a sleeping tea with the help of Elrond. Together they brought it to one of the patients. Elrond saw that Estel was a good student for he had constantly paid attention and he had hardly needed any help when making the tea.

The three friends were on their way again, riding through the forest of Rivendell. They would make camp at the border of the Elven Kingdom. The sun was quickly fading between the trees and at last they found the perfect spot to make up camp.

"This is wonderful, the trees give shelter, which is nice for it might rain tonight."

Elrohir and Legolas agreed with Elladan. There was some arguing who would take the first watch.

"Legolas, you will not take the first watch, you have hardly had any rest when you arrived last night. So you will sleep." Elladan said.

Elrohir teased: "Our little princeling needs his beauty sleep."

Reluctantly Legolas unrolled his bedroll and lay down. Elladan insisted to take the first watch and Elrohir did the same as Legolas.

Well this was it for the second chapter. I promise that the next chapter will contain some more action.

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Love, Melwa Elena