A/N: Hey guys, 9th chapter is up! This chapter also has suggestion of what is to come. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did writing it. Please don't forget to review!

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A few weeks had passes since the confrontation and the two couples had joined. Haldir had spent the weeks healing, as he didn't want to risk the wound re-opening. He thought it best he stayed in the care of the healers and allow Lillieth to start working on her music. She still visited him every morning and every night, she couldn't bear to be apart from him. Nienna focused on her tailoring and because of her talent as a healer, she helped Haldir to recover from his injury. She didn't see Eärendur much because he was sent for duty on the borders, leaving with Haldir's brothers Orophin and Rumil. There wasn't any activity there so they spent it in the tree's on lookout.

Nienna sat working on a new tapestry to hang in Lady Galadriel's and Lord Celeborn's chamber while awaiting the return of Eärendur from duty. She wove the green and golden threads together to make the piece. She was creating a banner with the leaf of Lórien with elven script for the border, the symbol of Galadriel and Celeborn's home. Eärendur was due back this evening and she had planned to cook him food so they could spend some time together, which they rarely got to do over the last few weeks. She then heard a knock on the door before shouting "Come in".
To her surprise and joy it was Eärendur. He stood there with a smile on his face and arms wide open awaiting her to come over to him. She quickly stood up and ran over to him, placing her arms around him. He held her closely and kissed her upon the head.
"I have missed you, my lady" he said. She just stood there, enjoying hearing his voice. A tear fell down her cheek as she looked up into his eyes before replying.
"I have missed you too, and it has only been a few days".
"I know, my lady. But I am here now, things to be well out there. I am not needed for now" he said, so happy he finally had her in his arms.
"Will you join me for dinner tonight?" she asked him.
"Of course, my lady. Where else would I be, but in your company?" he replied and she smiled at his response. He suggested he go back to his talan and change and that he would meet her at her talan in the evening as the sun was setting.

Lillieth was practicing her harp playing skills with the other elves. She was playing the piece she had written before, it was inspired by the beauty of Lórien. The other elves were impressed with how quickly she had progressed and with her writing skills. She had hoped she could play to Haldir one day and she started to day dream about him, she couldn't wait until they got to spend time on their own properly again. The sight of a young ellon standing in front of her startled her which bought her out of her daze.
"Sorry my lady, I didn't mean to startle you. I came to give you this" he said before handing her the folded up piece of parchment which he held in his hand. She thanked him then he bowed before leaving. She quickly opened it up, it was a note from Haldir.

Meleth nîn [My love]
I have great news, the healer has saw fit that my wound is fully healed and is letting me leave the quarters today. I promised you that swim when I healed, so tonight meet me at my talan when the sun is setting and we will take it from there.
Your Beloved,

Haldir.

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As soon has she read it she smiled, she knew that this was the night they were to be fully alone. For the rest of the day she couldn't wait to leave the music hall to get ready to see Haldir. After a couple of hours she could finally leave. She ran back to her talan to get ready and saw that there was a gown laid out on her bed. She knew it was from Nienna because it was made from the finest elven silk. It was red in colour with gold leaf trim. It wasn't the norm for elliths [female elves] to wear red but Nienna's work always stood out from the rest. Lillieth admired it before seeing a piece of parchment laid upon it with words in Nienna's writing.

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Lillieth, I made this for you. I heard that Haldir was leaving the quarters and knew he would be planning a special night for you. This should make you stand out.
Nienna.

~

She smiled to herself, she had lovely friends and felt blessed to have them. It was the first time in her life she felt special and loved. She no longer had to worry that anybody would hurt her. She went through to her bedroom to the silver basin by the side of her bed. She washed her face before braiding her hair and placing the gown on, she remembered to put on an underdress as she knew the night would involve swimming in the pool where they shared their first kiss. One final thing she remembered to put on was the necklace he had given to her last time they ventured out into the forest. She sat at the table in her talan with butterflies in her stomach, she was nervous but didn't know why. Soon the sun started to descend in the sky so she knew that she should go and meet with Haldir at his talan. On the way there she felt like she was dancing on a cloud, she was so happy. Although his talan was not far from hers it felt like it had taken her longer.

Haldir stood in his talan, he too with butterflies in his stomach. He felt thankful he was finally there so he could be independent. He hated people taking care of him, after all he was the great March Warden of Lórien. He rarely ever needed the healer's skills as he was a great fighter.
A knock on the door of his talan he smiled, he knew this would be Lillieth. He opened the door and was amazed at the sight before him. It took him a few moments before he could compose himself, he stepped forward and placed his lips onto hers kissing her with passion.
"The Valar have blessed me. Lle naa vanima, Meleth nîn [You are beautiful, my love]" He whispered in her ear.
"Well they have blessed me too" She smiled. They sat and ate some fruit and bread which he had bought fresh from the market earlier and they stared intently at one another.
"I am glad I have been discharged from the Healing quarters, I have been looking forward to this night." Haldir said to break the silence, even though they were both content.
"Me too" is all Lillieth could say, she was in awe of the ellon in front of her. She was mesmerised with his long flowing hair, his broad shoulders, just everything seemed to entice her. Haldir then took her hand leading her out of his talan and to the edge of the woods. They walked down the familiar path of the forest to their own personal sanctuary where they could be alone. He led her to the grass underneath the willow tree where they sat. She sat in his lap while he held her, it was here she felt the safest. The memories of the past felt like a story she had been told, everything bad had disappeared, even the bruises that once discoloured her wrists. She had everything she had ever wanted, to be loved. She placed her hand on the side of his face, and traced the way over his face with her fingers finally reaching his lips. He then put his hand over hers and kissed each of her fingertips, this sent shivers throughout her body.
"What about that swim then, Meleth nîn?" he asked her. She nodded before getting up and slipping her gown over her head. She then went over to the water's edge and slowly walked in. He soon followed her taking off his clothes and jumping in. He immediately swam over to her and kissed her passionately on the lips and she met his eagerness running her fingers through his now wet hair. When they broke for air she broke free and swam away from him giggling. When he tried to catch her she swam away from him again and again.
"What is the matter? Am I too quick for the great March Warden?" she laughed, mocking him. He looked at her with a mischievous look on his face. He swam under water resurfacing right in front of her grabbing her around the waist to bring her closer to him. They stood there staring at each other, both breathless. He then picked her up in his arms forcing her to wrap her legs around his waist and he carried her to the edge of the pool. Leaning against a rock he kissed her softly on the lips.
"Will you be my betrothed, Meleth nîn? Please say you will be mine forever " he asked quickly, he was nervous about tonight, he wanted her to be his forever. His heart beat quickened and she placed her hand on chest over his heart.
"I will Meleth nîn. I would wish for nothing better than spend all of eternity being yours" she replied.
"You have made me the happiest ellon alive" he said before adding, "Ni Meleth Le [I love you], Lillieth". This surprised her, this was the first time he had told her that he loved her.
"Ni Meleth Le, Haldir" she replied with a smile on her face.
He pressed her close against the rock while he kissed her lips softly trailing kisses down towards her neck, this sent what seemed like electricity, through her body. She looked up into his eyes which were now full of desire and lust and she placed her arms around his neck to kiss him on the lips. The kiss was full of passion and she slowly let her hands caress his neck moving down towards his chest. She traced the outline of his muscles, something she had only done through fabric before. The feel of his bare skin was like pure ecstasy to her. He looked at her with an inquisitive look as she caressed the muscles of his back.
"We should not do this now. We must wait and do it properly when we are Hervenn [husband] and Hervess [wife]. It is only what you deserve, Meleth nîn." He said as he kissed her forehead with a soft, gentle kiss. She wanted it so much at that moment but agreed.
"Come it is getting late, we should head back" She said as she exited the pool. He couldn't help but admire how the fabric of her underdress clung to the curves of her body revealing its shape. Desire started to build inside him again but he had to shake it off before he followed her.

It was morning when she awoke. She smiled as she looked over to see Haldir sleeping next to her, with his arm around her waist. 'He looks just as handsome when he is asleep' she thought to herself. She could lie here forever in his strong arms, just there in what seemed like heaven to her. A loud knock on the door disturbed her lovely thoughts. Haldir awoke and jumped out of bed to see who it could be.
"Haldir, Lady Galadriel and Lord Celeborn require you in their presence, it is a matter of duty." Said Eärendur before adding, "Don't try and hide, Lillieth. I know you are there".
"Do you know what about?" Haldir asked while trying to put clothes on.
"I'm not sure. I have been called along with your brothers, also" he replied. Once Haldir was ready he went over to Lillieth kissing her softly on the lips.
"I must go. I shall be back soon, I promise" he said to her before leaving with Eärendur. Lillieth sat in Haldir's bed feeling lost. She knew that he had his duties being March Warden but she had hoped they would have a bit more time alone before he was summoned. It was something she would have to learn to cope with. After all, Nienna has had to do the same. At least she had the company of her friend.

Eärendur and Haldir approached the main hall to speak with Lord Celeborn and Lady Galadriel. The lord and lady were sat in chairs and they stood as the two wardens approached them.
"Haldir! It is good to see you are now fully healed. I am happy you have found happiness with Lillieth, it warms my heart" Galadriel said to him as he bowed before his lord and lady.
"Thank you, my lady. Is there a problem with the safety of Lórien?" He replied
"We have heard there have been sighting of orcs between Mirkwood and Lórien and we believe we could be in danger." Lord Celeborn spoke.
"How many numbers?" asked Haldir.
"We aren't sure but there is a small group we believe. Now you have healed fully you must resume your duty as March Warden. We need you to go to the border and investigate tomorrow morning. Eärendur and your brothers will go with you. There are already some of your wardens there so if anything happens you have them to help" Celeborn ordered.
"I will leave first thing tomorrow, my lord. I will ensure the safety of Lórien" replied Haldir as he once again bowed to the lord and lady that stood before him.
"Now go and prepare yourselves." Celeborn replied. Haldir nodded before turning to leave. As he done so, Lady Galadriel entered into his head. "This could be the darkness I sensed before, be on your guard. I cannot tell what you will face." Haldir looked back in her direction and gave a slight nod before he finally exited the hall.

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