Fili paced back and forth. Unable to rest despised feeling utterly exhaust.

Kili's reaction had truly frightened him. And his last words still stung like a dagger into his heart, leaving him all numb and cold. He knew that the brunette would certainly not appreciate his decision to stay with the pack, not like he had a choice. But he hadn't assumed that Kili would take it that bad...the betrayed look on his face and the sheer panic that radiated from his other made Fili feel like a monster. However he would endure Kili's rage gladly as long as he knew his mate was safe.

"You alright laddie?"

The young alpha looked up in surprise.

"Shouldn't you be with Kili?", he than asked.

The old warrior waved it off.

"Don't worry. Oin gave him a sleeping-draught, Dis keeps watch and Bifur and Bofur are out on patrol. He'll be still there in the morning." Dwalin said with a knowing look.

When Fili didn't replied he continued.

"So I see 'the search' went well then?"

"I found him." The blond lifted his chin proudly as were no more elaboration needed.

"Yeah... you did. Can I be honest with you?"

Fili nodded. There was never a time in which Dwalin hold back with his opinions and neither did he yet.

"I don't like him."

That earned him a not so friendly snarl from his leader.

"But you've got to hand it to him. He has balls. The little shit bit me..." He winked in an approving way and to emphasise his point Dwalin lifted his left arm, showing his recently received injury. The bite marks were still visible, but the older didn't seemed bothered much. After all the warrior appreciated a strong fighting spirit.

"Don't worry about it. It's Kili's way of saying: 'He likes you." Fili laughed and Dwalin joined in.

After that, they settled for the more comfortable armchairs in the living room. Both carrying a bottle of beer in their hand.

"So where did you find him?"

"Long story..."

A/N:

next three chapters are flashbacks so don't be confused.

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