Chapter 6 - Forgiveness
I lead Bright into his box. I filled his box with fresh haystack and a pail of water. I gave him a kiss and closed his box. I went all the way up to my room hoping that no one had noticed. I did not want them to know that I had been out the whole night. I went into my room and put my bow, quiver of arrows and my knives on my bed. I went for a bath and feel so much refreshing. I lay on my bed and closed my eyes. I had sleepness night thinking about what will happen to Arwen and Aragon. I pulled my blanket and cover my body leaving my weapons on the bed. As I was about to close my eyes, I heard a soft knock on the door. It could be father. I went towards the door and opened it. Father was standing there smiling. Father gave me a hug.
"I had not seen you anywhere yesterday. Where had you been?"
"I was in my room the whole day after chatting with Aragon and Arwen. I went up to the room and fell asleep." I said
Father gave me a smile and strokes my hair. He put his arms around my shoulder and hugged me. He said he had something to discuss with me. What could it be? What if Father changed his mind? Father sat on my bed and said:
"Legolas, I knew that you had grown up and had your own path. As your Father I really hoped that you had chosen the right path to follow. You are brave and inherited the braveness from your grandfather. I allow you to go to the sea but you must promise me to keep your promise. Ok?"
"Yes, Father."
The Sun was shining mercilessly. We did not feel hot as the huge elven trees gave enough shade to the people of Mirkwood. We went to the Living Hall and both Elrond, Arwen and Aragon were there. They gave me a warm smile. Elrond gave me a weird look. I guess he might have known where I had been for he was given the gift of foresight. Father greeted them and we sat around the table enjoying our breakfast. I sat next to Aragon. I did not talk much for I fear that the worse will go to worst. Aragon gives me an encouraging smile but I was not clear of what it means. Arwen passed me a letter nicely and neatly written in Elven pen. I took it and slipped it in my pocket. What does the letter says? After eating, Father and Elrond went for a stroll in Mirkwood. Well, I had not received any letter from Gimli… What is causing him to take such a long time? I went back to my room and opened the letter. It says...
We would like to apologize if we had made any mistake. Aragon will be going to the sea with you. I believe that friendship is the thing which matter most for elves. He might help you during your journey. I would like to give you something and talked to you. Meet you at the garden yesterday. Sincerely,
Arwen and Aragon