Suilad

by b3cks

There were many ways to communicate a message in Beleriand. They were heralded by eagles, written in the stars, sung with a harp. But often they were written in letters. Love notes, diplomatic missives, scouting reports, etc. Various characters and dates.

6. Elwing's Reply

To Lord Maedhros and the other Feanorions,

I regret to inform you that my husband was unable to receive your letter. He is currently at sea. I am acting as regent in his absence, and so I must ask you to accept my words as his.

I thank you for your consideration and your reluctance to shed innocent blood. I, too, wish to avoid a violent, devastating, confrontation.

You were correct, my lord, when you stated that my Silmaril was an inheritance from my grandparents. My father, minutes before his death, entrusted the jewel to my keeping. It is not my place to relinquish something my father felt was worth his life, his family, and his kingdom. I would consider that a betrayal of his principles.

I have stated my answer, it is your responsibility to decide whether to honor the dead, or respect the living.

You may wish to contact my husband when he returns.

Elwing, Wife of Earendil, Lady of Sirion, Princess of Doriath