This is another update to my story. I am pprobably going to be sticking yo once a week updates on Fridays or Saturdays. It will all depend on how much writing I get done during the week with my school work and other stories. Hope you keep enjoying!

Disclaimer: I don't own Lord of the Rings or Chronicles of Narnia, I just enjoy messing with the characters.

Chapter 5

I smiled at Elrond as we walked towards the Great Hall to eat. All the elves we met bowed their heads to us as we walked past. Some of them even bowing or curtseying. It reminded me of Cair Paraval but I felt so much more comfortable here then I ever did in Narnia. Middle Earth felt like home. As we entered the Great Hall a gentle silence settled over everyone. Elrond led me to the head table and introduced me to his children.

"Lucy this is my daughter Arwen" he started. The beautiful ellyth that came for Frodo smiles and curtseyed.

"And my twin sons Elrohir and Elladen"

The males were identical in almost every way. Midnight black hair down to the middle of their backs. Bright blue eyes sparkling with mischief. The smiles were wide as the each took a hand and kissed the back as they bowed low.

"It is an honor,"

"My Lady,"

"To have,"

"Your beauty in,"

"Our halls"

They spoke in broken sentences but I could tell the slight differences in their voices. Elrohir had a huskier voice than his brothers voice who had a slight lisp.

"It is a pleasure to be here" I replied. I don't think they realised how true that statement was for me. The twins pulled out a chair between where they were sitting for me and bowed lowly as I sat. I tried but couldn't contain my giggle at their tactics. Elrond stood and tapped his wine goblet with a knife to garner silence in the hall. When it was silent he spoke

"We have new faces amongst us tonight. Four hobbits that go by the names of Sam, Merry, Pippin and Frodo. We also Queen Lucy the Valiant. She rules a land where none of us may go. Tomorrow more guests will be arriving. I expect everyone on their best behaviours" Elrond gave a pointed look towards his sons, who just grinned up at him "now let us eat."

His last order was met with the sound of dishes clinking and people talking enjoyably. It brought a warm smile to my face. I gave both the twins warm smiles before starting a conversation with Arwen. Not at all surprised to see Strider sitting beside her.

"It's beautiful here from what I have seen so far. I can't wait to see the rest of the gardens later" I told Arwen. She nodded her head in agreement.

"I know what you mean. No matter how far I travel or how beautiful the lands are I always miss the beauty of Imladris"

"I feel the same way about my home. I have travelled to many different lands and sailed on many different seas but nothing compares to the beauty of Cair Paraval. I always felt that sense of familiarity there. I also get when in old woods or forests. Maybe its because I used to dance with the trees" I mused.

"The trees danced in your land?" Strider asked.

"Everything could dance, twirl or talk. The rivers, the trees and the animals. Everything that was thought to be impossible in my native home could be done in Narnia. It was the land of possibilities" I informed him.

"When I hear dancing trees I think of the Ents of Fangorn" Arwen informed me.

"Ents?" I question

"Tree herders. They look after the trees of the forest and make sure that there are no dark creatures on their land."

"Hmmm" I responded. These trees sounded interesting. With that dinner continued with Arwen and I chatting about the different areas and animals in Middle Earth. As the night came to a close I retired to my room for rest.

I woke to the sun shining down on me through the window. A light breeze blowing over my body. I shivered slightly as I stretched and called for a maid to fill the bath. Normally I would find a hot spring but for some reason I felt that wouldn't be a good idea. I didn't know the forest around here and I also didn't know how the other guests were coming to Rivendale today. Smiling slightly as I stepped into the warm bath I started working the cleansing oils through my hair as I thought. I needed to find out more about the ring and the war that was fought before. I couldn't help if I didn't know the past history.

Climbing out of the bath I smiled as I heard the elves start singing as they worked in the gardens. Deciding to go for fancy with the foreign personnel coming I climbed into a deep green gown with golden vines and leaves wrapping around my bodice and down onto the skirt. The top had a straight cut across the top and back leaving my shoulders completely bare as the sleeves were tight on my arms ending in a point above my middle finger. I took the small purple flowers I found on the dressing table and started to work them into tiny braids all over my hair. Taking the small braids I twisted them until they looked like a small flower on the back of my head. All of the longer braids had the purple flowers in them and hung like vines below the braided flower. Taking my circlet I gently lifted the flower and lowered it back onto the back of my circlet. Looking into the mirror I could tell I was missing something. What I couldn't quite tell and I didn't have time to figure out as a knock sounded on the door. Shrugging I opened the door to find Arwen.

"Come on in" I smiled.

"Thanks" she smiled "you look great but there is something missing."

"I was just thinking the same thing" I smiled.

"I know just the thing" she replied.

Arwen grabbed my hand and pulled me down the hall to her room, talking the whole way.

"I know that you just got here and everything but I really like you. I think we are going to be such good friends. I love your style sense and aside from the first time I saw you you haven't had any weapons on you"

I laughed gently.

"That you can see" I informed Arwen "I always have at least two weapons on my person"

Arwen stopped just inside her doorway and looked at me with a raised eyebrow.

"Really" she asked incredulously.

Smiling I reached between my breast and pulled out a small dagger. She looked shocked for a moment before turning to her vanity and pulling out a necklace. When she turned back I reached beneath my circlet and pulled out a set of small throwing stars. Laughing lightly she motioned for me to turn around as she put the necklace on.

Looking into the mirror I had to say that the necklace did complete the outfit. It was a deep purple Lapus Luzis stone shaped like a tear drop. It was about the size of my thumb nail and it settled at the hollow if my throat. It was on a twisted gold chain and settled comfortably. I loved it.

"Thanks Arwen" I smiled as I hugged her "but I'm hungry so let's go to breakfast"

Laughing lightly she hooked arm through mine as we exited her rooms. Aragon was just outside, apparently waiting for us. He bowed deeply and held his hand out.

"My ladies" he greeted. Giggling lightly ad he straightened and hooked his arms in ours we walked towards the feast hall. Although conversation was light, it was constant and nice. There was no awkward pauses or silences. Everything flowed nicely. Until I saw him. He was just exiting the hall. He was beautiful. It was the only way to describe him. He had long white blond hair that flowed almost freely down his back. Two warrior braids held loose hair out of his angular face. Stormy grey eyes peeked from almost invisible lashes. Light pink lips were pulled back in an easy smile. His lean body was covered in nearly skin tight, black leggings and a forest green, open front tunic. Gold clasps kept his whole chest from being exposed. I almost missed the thin traveling circlet on his head.

Quickly gaining control of my gaping I started talking to Arwen again. Although I couldn't help but peek over at the blond as we passed him. I didn't know what else to do. I had never been so thoroughly ensnared by a man after only one glance. I was wondering though, who was he?

As it turns out it wouldn't be long until I found out. He was at the secret council, or what was supposed to be a secret council, although I could see three hobbits hiding as they watched out for Frodo. Smiling softly I walked over to Elrond as he motioned for me. I hadn't bothered with my cloak or usual weapons so all I had on me was what I had showed Arwen earlier. Almost all of the men were openly showing their displeasure of seeing me there. The humans especially. It was weird, I decided, thinking of them as humans when I was one not long ago. Mentally shrugging my shoulders I weaved around the men, elves and dwarves towards Lord Elrond. Finally reaching him, I bowed mhy head respectfully.

"Ah... Queen Lucy. I just wanted to introduce you to Prince Legolas" Elrond said.

Looking next to him I saw the mystery elf from earlier.

"An honor to meet one such beauty and standing" the Prince said as he kissed my offered hand. Willing myself not to blush slightly, I smiled warmly at the elf.

"An honor to meet you as well, my Prince" I replied "maybe we will be able to speak more later but the meeting is starting"

Looking around he saw that I was right and we took seats next to Aragon, Frodo and Gandalf. I smiled at the young hobbit as he looked almost fearfully at me. I felt for him. I really did. Looking at Elrond the meeting began.