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"What is your decision?" Galadriel asked, a knowing look in her eyes, telling me she already knew what path I would follow.

"I will accept the prophecy, and be an elf for the span of this war." I told her, looking right into her eyes. A smile spread across her face at the answer.

"That is wonderful." Galadriel nodded behind me, "Swim into the sun, Calaereth, the light will give you legs, and seal the prophecy."

I raised an eyebrow, surprised, going into the sunlight would transform me? Deciding to try it, I dived under the glittering waters, and came up, expecting to feel some kind of burning to tell me that my tail was gone, but instead it was strange and tingling. I could feel the ancient magic of the elves through me, then I realized I could no longer breath under the water. Panicking, I rushed for the surface of the water. Once I did, I took a large gasp of air, realizing I had more control of my lower body. I looked down with wide eyes to see two long, pale legs. I let out a cry of shock, as I noticed I could control them and kick them to stay above the water.

I looked up at Galadriel with a smile on my face, my laughter echoing throughout the forest. Galadriel's musical laughter chimed in as well.

"Marchwarden Haldir will arrive at noon, after refreshing, he will escort you to the dining halls to eat the afternoon meal. Is there anything you need, Lady Calaereth?" The warden asked politely at the door of the Marchwarden's talan.

"No thank you." I smiled, "Thank you for escorting me, warden." I gave a small curtsy, grabbing at the light gown I was wearing. In just hours I was learning how to act around these elves.

"My pleasure." The warden grinned and bowed before leaving.

I smiled and entered the talan, and then closed the door behind me. My eyes widened in wonder, at the beautifully carved talan. The ceilings were high, and it was mostly crafted out of wood. There was a large rug spread across the floor, a mellorn leaf was woven in the middle. I leaned down tracing the the outlines of the leaf for a moment before straightening back up. I walked towards the stairs, I was starting to get used to the interesting structures, for I had climbed many stairs just to get here. The stairs wound around in a full circle and I found another level. This one was less decorated than the first room. Somehow, I knew it was Haldir's bedroom. The bed was dressed in blue sheets, there were weapons hanging upon the walls. I lingered for a moment, my eyes admiring the simple but beautiful room.

I went up the stairs one last time to find one last level, the guest room. The bed was decorated in ruby colored sheets. I was fascinated to find a veil around the bed. I quickly ran over to the bed and pulled apart two separate pieces of the veil, I touched the bed, marveling at the silken sheets. I nearly squealed in fascination, before moving away. I looked at a large closet, at least that is what humans called them, I walked over to it and pulled open the wooden doors.

I was shocked to find ten dresses inside, three were very formal dresses, the seven were regular wear. There was also some leggings and tunics inside for when I began my training. Looking over the dresses, I picked out a regular dark green one that had caught my eye. The material was velvet, a luxury I had only seen from afar. It was soft to the touch, and I knew it would be the first real dress I would wear in Lothlórien. I easily slipped the velvet dress on over my under dress, the velvet dress was form-fitting but at the same time not so form-fitting it looked tight. I looked up, surprised to see a reflective surface in a wooden frame, a mirror. I leaned closer, looking now with interest to see that the dress fit my new slender elven form very well. My brown eyes seemed to glow, my skin was almost radiant. I brushed at my wavy golden hair that seemed a brighter color now, I found a brush on a night stand. Every once and a while when I pulled my hair back I could see my pointed elven ears, proof of my new race. I gently pulled the brush through my hair, causing my waves to become thicker and softer. I smiled, and finished brushing, putting the brush away. I walked towards the balcony, in which my eyes were now focused on. Opening the glass doors I looked out to see sunlight filtering through the trees and shining upon Lothlórien. I closed my eyes for a moment as a warm breeze found it's way to me, lightly playing with my hair before going into the talan. Turning back inside, I closed the glass doors and went back down stairs.

Noon was fast approaching and I was looking forward to seeing Haldir again. I sat down in one of the large chairs, so comfortable I almost sank into it. I smoothed out my dress and grabbed the nearest book, flipping through it. The elven language was written in it, both Quenya and Sindarin. I was able to decipher some of the book, but I quickly became bored and stopped reading. Skipping through pages I finally found interesting sketches, drawn by an experienced hand. I was suddenly interested to find drawings of trees, rabbits, flowers, leaves and other small parts of nature. In the middle of my admiring, the door suddenly opened. Jumping up from my spot, I set the book aside and faced Haldir.

Haldir paused in the doorway at the sight of me, then he closed the door. "I could hardly believe it when the Lady told me you would be here. But here you are, as an elf!" Haldir stated his eyes examining me as if expecting me to be a hoax. "Elven lifestyle suits you very well." Haldir complemented me, and I blushed slightly. Haldir bowed, "I will go bathe and I will escort you to our noon meal, then we can come back, get a few weapons and train for the rest of the daylight left. We will return here and then I will show you how to draw a bath, and we will establish a schedule. Does that sound agreeable to you?" Haldir asked.

"Yes." I answered, and nodded in agreement. I looked at Haldir to see him still staring at me, as if broken from reverie, Haldir blinked and quickly turned on his heel. I watched as he left quickly and disappeared around the bend of the stairs. I looked at where he had been a moment ago, not understanding his reason for such an abrupt departing. I shrugged, maybe he was in a hurry to get a bath. I reached for the book again.

About fifteen minutes later Haldir came down the stairs, I turned to see him dressed in a light gold tunic and pants. Leather boots underneath, his light blond hair was straight and slightly damp, both sides pulled back in braids. I felt my mouth part slightly at his handsome appearance. Haldir looked more like a Lord, than ever.

"I am leaving now, whether you are ready or not." Haldir announced, and I bolted for my tan colored flats. Slipping them on quickly, I stumbled after him out the door, he stood outside on the porch looking amused at my hurried expression. Haldir grinned and held an arm out in invitation, "Shall we?" He asked.

I stared at his suddenly charming demeanor, then I stepped forward, hooking my arm with his. It was a different and entirely fresh feeling. For some reason, I really enjoyed it, being close to Haldir. I felt a totally unusual and new sense of security. I was surprised at first, to find Haldir seemed to know everyone in the city. It made sense though, as Marchwarden he often saw to who could enter or leave Lothlórien. We were nearly stopped by everyone, Haldir greeted them using their names. Still on Haldir's arm I waited patiently as he finished talking to a warden. Soon we found our way to the dining hall, a large building in one of the bigger trees.

Already a good number of elves were inside, eating. I was confused by how even when they were eating they could look so elegant. I let out a small sigh of irritation, wishing I had been taught more table manners beyond eating with merpeople. Haldir, hearing my sigh, glanced down at me and gave me a comforting smile. His arm pulled out of the formal hook, and instead he now grabbed my hand. Haldir gave my hand a comforting squeeze before leading me towards what I knew had to be the main table. I was slightly unnerved by all the stares that were now on me. Haldir guided me towards a tall chair, which was next to Galadriel. Haldir politely pulled out the chair for me and gestured for me to sit. Completely new to this custom I sat down, and I nearly squeaked when he pushed in the chair for me. Haldir smiled softly, and walked to the other side of the table and sat across from me, Haldir sat next to Lord Celeborn.

After a small prayer, Galadriel suddenly raised her goblet that was filled with elven wine. "As you may have noticed, we have someone new joining us tonight." Galadriel nodded towards me, "Her name is Calaereth and she will be staying here for a hopefully long time. Welcome to Lothlórien, Calaereth." Galadriel smiled, other elves spoke similar greetings to me. I replied in thanks, and the noon meal began. The Lothlórien elves had a variety of foods such as: Fish, breads, soups, and a great variety of green vegetables. I observed the way the ellith(plural for female elves) ate, I began to copy them, starting to understand how to eat at meals such as these. The silver ware, was cool to the touch and it was used to pick up solid foods. Not for combing my hair with. A spoon was used for the liquids, like the soups. A knife was used to cut the solid foods into smaller pieces that make it easier to fit the food into your mouth. Soon enough I became confident in my eating manners and I started to listen to the conversation in front of me.

"If I may ask, where are your grandsons now? They entered the city last night, but I have not seen them since." Haldir's deep voice asked. I looked over at Galadriel who exchanged a smile with Celeborn.

"They are out hunting, they would like to bring back some meat for our evening meal. As you know those two cannot stay somewhere for too long, they enjoy hunting." Galadriel said to Haldir and then looked over at Celeborn, "I think I know where they get it from."

Celeborn chuckled, "Hey, someone had to teach them!"

I grinned at the memory of my first hunt with my grandfather, it had been pure joy to see his face when I captured a fish. The look of pride on his face is still engraved into my memory. Ever since I took every chance to go out hunting with him. It had saddened me when he left for Valinor with his wife, my grandmother, centuries ago.

I listened to their conversations with a new curiosity, elven life was quite interesting.

Ok, that was chapter eight! What did you guys think?