another short one...
CHAPTER 11
Haldir has been taken back to his talan to rest. Celeborn refused to leave his beloved's side. He took his hand into his own and watched the marchwarden as he slept. Haldir looked so peaceful, except for when he would squeeze Celeborn's hand. He was having a fitful sleep. Celeborn watched as Haldir's eyes began to open.
" My Lord?"
Celeborn smiled.
" Yes, My marchwarden."
Haldir swallowed hard, then attempted a smile. Of course the Lord of Lorien would jest with him. They were lovers now.
" Celeborn?"
Celeborn stroked Haldir's cheek.
" Yes, beloved?"
Haldir felt tears stream down his cheeks. He did not want to tell his beloved what had happened. There was no way Celeborn would ever want him when he found out. Haldir turned his head away from Celeborn.
" Do you still love me?"
Celeborn looked at his beloved in confusion.
" Of course I do. Why do you ask?"
Haldir shook his head.
" Why would you want me?" Haldir sobbed miserably.
Celeborn squeezed Haldir's hand gently.
" You are all I think of seron vell."
Haldir felt Celeborn's hand turn his head so that they were looking into each other's eyes. Celeborn's eyes were filled with concern.
"What has happened to you meleth?"
Haldir squeezed Celeborn's hand tightly as though Celeborn would leave if he didn't.
" Brethiel did it again."
TBC...