Hi guys! sorry its been a little while since I was able to have some free time and write, but I have some now! SO now here is my new chapter!

Amari POV:

We hold onto each other for what seems like forever, gentle kisses last through the night. Thranduil holds me tightly as he walks slowly backwards out of the pond, his eyes staring deeply into mine making my face flush under his intense gaze. His eyes, though blue like ice, hold the warmth of love, I can feel it in my very soul. I smile up at him and gently kiss his cheek as the cold air greets my skin, I feel him smile under my lips and his grip tightens around my waist. His lips ghost over my face, never touching my skin, but they leave a trail of fire in their wake.

Thranduil pulls his face away from mine and I can't help the pout that twists my face, he smiles and laughs quietly. I lift my hand and comb my fingers through his soft hair, Thranduil sighs and leans into my hand and he softly whispers to me " Gi melin Amari..." (I love you). My hand stops and I look up at him, his eyes show that he tells the truth, I smile and throw my arms around him "Gi melin Thranduil..." we look at each other and smile. It wasn't until the sun began to rise above the horizon, and paint the sky pink that Thranduil looked away from me and to the sky, "You need to sleep Amari." I pout and tighten my arms around him. Thranduil chuckles and slowly separates himself from me,

"Amari please, You must rest"

"Thranduil I am not a child, I don't need sleep."

"Amari if you start acting like a child I will treat you like one."

"You wouldn't dare! I refuse to leave this pond and sleep, it's much to beautiful a sunrise to leave and sle- THRANDUIL PUT ME DOWN!" He slings me over his shoulder and I feel him laughing and he walks out of the pond, putting me down on the ground to put on his robe and our clothes before quickly picking me up again. I pound my fists on his back "THRANDUIL YOU PUT ME DOWN THIS MINUTE! THRANDUIL ARE YOU LISTENING TO ME?" I yell into his back, his shoulders are trembling from him trying not to laugh. The halls are deserted so no one can see us, a dripping wet mess and myself, pouting like a child. We arrive at my door but he doesn't put me down, he opens the door and throws me gently onto the bed. He then finally lets out his laughter, and I can't help but smile at him, he's just so perfect.

Thranduil catches his breath and continues to smile at me, "You know you're adorable when you pout and yell, it's like a baby trying to be tough. So cute." He smirks and walks over to me, softly stroking my cheek with his hand when he reaches me. I feel my cheeks warm slightly at his words, I smile at him and nod my head "Even as a queen I knew I was not intimidating... Until someones hair caught on fire." I laugh as Thranduils eyes widen and his hand lifts up to his hair. I raise my hand and comb my fingers softly through the platinum locks "Oh I could never ruin your hair, I love it too much." I see a mischievous glimmer in his eyes as he leans over me, forcing my body down to the mattress "Oh? Do you love my hair more then you love me? I may have to cut it off myself if you do." I laugh as his lips ghost over mine and shake my head, wrapping my arm around his neck loosely "No I love you much more then your pretty hair." we both laugh and then kiss gently. His lips are so soft... The warmth of his body spreading through mine as he pulls away again, whispering that I must sleep. I slowly nod my head as i stand, pushing his body to do the same. I can see in his eyes that he would like nothing better then to stay with me and not leave, but he does. He bows to me and kisses my cheek, whispering a goodnight and then he leaves. I walk to my vanity and slowly brush my hair before changing into a simple short white night gown. As I lie in bed, thinking about Thranduil, my door slowly opens.

And there he stands before me. Wearing only simple black pants, his hair free of any accessories as it falls down his shoulders. He looks like the moon, gentle and strong, shining bright through any darkness. I do not make a move as he walks slowly towards the empty side of my bed, I try to keep my breathing normal as he lifts the sheet and lays beside me. Though my heart thunders in my chest as we lay facing each other, I manage to smile at him, and he smiles back. I feel his hand reaching for mine, and his fingers intertwine with mine when he feels my soft skin, his hand is warm around mine. He pulls me close to him in the darkness, and lays my head on his chest. We fall asleep to the steady beats of each others hearts.

Thranduil POV

As I open my eyes, I see the faint rays of dawn peaking in through the window. Amari's slow breathing shows she is still peacefully asleep. Her bright red hair is fanned out about her face onto my chest and shoulder. And her beautiful, perfect, face is smoothed of the grief she feels for her dead people and the guilt I know she feels for being happy here with me. Happiness. I have not felt it for ages... literally... But this small elf in my arms, she fills my heart with warmth and love. Love. Yes I love her very much. Amari begins to stir in my arms, and her wide eyes open, her eyes bright blue. She looks out the window and then up to my face and a smile brightens up her face, "Good morning." she coos softly, her voice not effected by sleep, still light as air. I smile back at her and kiss her forehead, "Good morning my love." .Her eyes shine at me as I stroke her cheek gently, she tucks her head under my chin and cuddles into my chest.

We lay in her bed until the light shines in our faces and we drag ourselves out of her bed, I glance over at her while she stretches her arms over her head. The short thin white gown she wears lifts up her thighs more, her creamy skin gleaming in the light and her bright red hair glistens bright red and tumbles in curls down her back... The diamond ring on her finger glitters and it makes me happy. In the short time I've known her I've become addicted to her, the sound of her voice, the redness of her hair, the brightness in her eyes when she laughs, her very laugh like little bells... The feeling of her smooth pale skin... Her soft lips on mine... Her scent of flowers like spring... The way her head fits right under my chin... "Thranduil! Are you listening to me?!" My head jerks up to her face, a little smile gracing her lips, I smile bashfully and shake my head. "My angel I am sorry, my mind was being held captive by thoughts of you." Her cheeks turn light pink and she smiles wider as she runs to me and throws her arms around me.

We walk slowly through the empty halls of Mirkwood, her hand resting on my arm, I have our day planned out. Soon I hear quick steps coming up behind us, if someone says one word about dwarves, I'll kill them.

-exactly 10 min later-

I sit on my throne, crown on my head, robes around my shoulders. On any other day I wouldn't mind this, but in front of me stands Thorin Oakenshield. Hes going on and on and on about that damn dragon that destroyed their town blah blah they need help blah blah bah. God he's annoying, I take a deep breath and put on a straight face "Oakenshield, even my army isn't strong enough against the dragon, I cannot help you." He opens his poor mouth, but I continue "Leave this realm little prince, I do not wish to have the dragons wrath brought upon us for harboring the snacks that got away." I wave my hand and guards rush into hold him back, I get up and walk down the stairs, his curses falling upon my ears only make me smirk. He is still such a child. His yells and cursing become faint as the doors close him and a few others out, back into the vast forest surrounding my people. I hope to never see him again, only Amari.