Dear Thranduil

Dear Thranduil,

I hope you and your family are well, just as mine are. Not much has happened over these years, but I am sure Legolas has gotten bigger. As for my children, Elladan and Elrohir have planned a hunting trip with some of their friends. Arwen has chosen to take her adventures in books, and spends most of her time in the library.

Elrond is busy as ever, but still finds time to spend with our children and myself. Erestor is just as busy running around, copying, and organizing events for Elrond, and Glorfindel… has just informed me that he looks forward to another drinking contest, and assures his victory… I briefly stop my letter and lift a delicate eyebrow across the table. Glorfindel continued to speak of his qualities of being a better drinker than Thranduil. Rolling my eyes and shaking my head in amusement I picked up my pen and continued writing.

Anyway, while everyone is wrapped up in their own business, my parents have recently invited me to Lothlórien. I am beyond thrilled and cannot wait to see them, I feel like this visit is long overdue. And who knows, perhaps after I finish my visit with my parents I will travel north. It would bring me so much pleasure to see you, and your family.

With love,

Celebrian

I wrapped up my letter knowing that once Thranduil received it, he would be more than willing to prepare a place for me. I delicately folded the paper and passed it to the awaiting messenger who briefly bowed before taking off in all haste. I placed my elbows out in front of me and contently laid my chin on them looking forward to the next couple of weeks.

"Do you have everything?" I looked up at the soft voice as I finished placing my last item in a bag. It was morning, but the sun was not out yet, and even though it was a little dark I smiled at the owner of the voice. Elrond came around the bed and was dressed simple yet eloquently in his gold attire. I on the other hand am wearing a grey dress with beautiful embroidery on the arms of the coat. The riding dress, is perfect for traveling, as it barely skims my ankles, underneath I am wearing a lighter thinner long sleeved dress, with the sleeves of the coat open up to my forearm. My hair is tied back, and as I finish strapping my bag I place my hands on my hips, checking myself in the mirror. I think I am more than ready for this journey.

"I have everything I need," I tell him as my eyes follows him to the opposite side of the bed and pats my smaller traveling bag, the rest of my items are being strapped on the horses as we speak.

"I can see that," his eyes go from the bag and then me, and I can sense a slight hesitation in his voice. I know he wants to say more, so I sigh with false impatient, "What is it husband?"

I waited for his reply, but all he did was stroke the bag his youthful face slowly changing as his forehead burrows.

This worries me a little as I reach out and place my hand over his. At the contact he looks at me without the shadow that crossed his face earlier, and gives me a comforting smile.

"I will miss you too," I say reading his eyes of the unspoken words. Elrond lets out a little chuckle. He grabs the little bag and I walk around the bed as we embrace.

"I would not miss you so much if you had someone going with you," Elrond states as we pull apart.

"What do you mean? I will have some of your best guards watching over me. Are you telling me you do not believe in your own guard?" I gave a shock gasp, and he shakes his head with a knowing smile.

"I do trust my guard, but I am talking about our children—" I place a hand on his chest to stop him.

"You know Elladan and Elrohir already had their hunting trip planned with their friends before the invitation arrived. They promised after their trip they will pass by Lothlórien and stay there for a while. "

"Arwen—"

"Arwen wants to stay here and enjoy her books. Besides, one of us needs to stay behind to make sure you are not over working yourself."

"What about Glorfindel?"

"You know he is out scouting and will not be returning anytime soon."
"Erestor—"

"Erestor needs to stay here and assist you. Really Elrond I will be fine and be back before you know it."

Elrond open his mouth to say more, but not before I closed the distance and crushed our lips together.

"Come on, walk with me," I tugged on Elronds hands as we left our chambers and walked through the halls to the gates to leave.

"You could ask Lindir to go along?" Elrond leaned in to me, as we passed the young musician a lyre in hand smiling as we passed.

"I think not meleth."

"Why? You do not trust him to protect you?" Elrond said as he echoed my own words back in our room.

"I trust him to stay here and lift your spirits while I am gone."

"Ah," was his only reply, and I gave him a toothy grin as we continued on our walk.

After saying goodbye to my remaining family, and making final preparations I was on my horse, and in to time a good distance from my home. I turned back around to catch a glimpse of the beauty of the hidden valley. My breath was got in my throat as I beheld the bright sun, glistening on Imladris, the waterfalls shined as the sun's rays reflected on it, and everything was peaceful and beautiful. This is one of my favorites moments looking over Imladris as the sun peeked over the hills. I have only seen such beauty and perfection in the wonderful view of my bedroom, but this view was even more magical.

"My lady?" A voice brought me back to the present as I looked behind me, the rest of the guard and their horses waiting patiently.

"We must move on if we are to make our first check point."

"Of course," I nodded for them the rest to continue while a few waited for me.

"I just wanted one last look at this beautiful light." I said to no one but myself. I wanted to preserve this memory, so that whenever I missed my home I can always call upon this memory.

For the Guest review I received Jan 15, I would like to explain that spell check doesn't approve of most if not all elvish names. I know Thrandy is a little childish, but at the time Celebrian was younger when she gave him the name. Even I wasn't sure about the name but I thought it was cute and thought that this was another way for them to bond. I suppose you may not get this far, since I do have other "Thrandys" buried in my other chapters that I have to hunt down, but if you do this is my explanation, and hope that you understand.

Sorry and thanks for reading my story anyway, and I am still glad you enjoyed it.