A/N: Alright, everyone, another chapter is here. Sorry for not updating the last two days, but I had a lot to study for the exams. But, here we are again. The Fellowship is leaving, but Legolas and Aragorn are so sad, poor lads.
Stella-of-the-Stars: I'm so happy you liked it :) Yeah, I was quite in a dilemma about having Legolas kissing Sunglee or not, but then I decided to make it more bittersweet (Legolas: WHY THE HELL DID YOU NOT MAKE ME KISS HER, I LOVE HER AND NOW I'M LEAVING HER! Me: Don't be afraid, mellon nin, your reunion may come sooner than you imagine)
Disclaimer: No, I don't own Lord of the Rings, I only own the characters I create.
The nine companions were standing at the gates of Imladris, prepared for their journey. Their weapons were hanging with belts on them, Gandalf had his staff in his hand and Bill, the pony, had sacks with the necessary province.
Lord Elrond stood in the middle of the courtyard, while behind him, with Sunglee and Arwen at the head, were the other Rivendell Elves. Nobody was smiling, for they all knew that the serious part had started. Especially the two sisters seemed like they would collapse at any moment, as they were pale, with red eyes and as serious as nobody had seen them until now. They were avoiding looking at each other, but they could feel each other's pain.
'The Ring-bearer is setting out on the Quest of Mount Doom' their father announced seriously. 'On you who travel with him, no oath nor bond is laid to go further than you will. Farewell. Hold to your purpose. May the blessings of Elves and Men and all Free Folk go with you'
He made the greeting of the Elves and Legolas replied with the same way. Arwen looked at Aragorn, trying hard not to show any emotion. It was her duty to be calm, not only for the both of them, but also for his quest and for her sister's sake. She would cry later, but now she had to stand by her side.
'The Fellowship awaits the Ring-bearer' said Gandalf.
And they left. First went Frodo, then Gandalf, Gimli, Boromir, Merry, Pippin, Sam, Legolas and Aragorn. Before exiting the gate, Aragorn turned towards the Elves and looked at Arwen. Sunglee thought that it was the same way Legolas had looked at her only minutes ago. Then he followed his companions. Most Elves went into the castle. So did Lord Elrond, who knew his daughters would desire to stay alone.
There was silence. The two princesses were still looking at the gate. Suddenly Arwen caressed her sister's shoulder.
'They will come back, onoone. You will see, they will come back'
Sunglee wanted so much to hear these words, but even Legolas's return was not a reason for happiness anymore. She remembered what he had told her, about the dangers and the psychological exhaustion. Even if the Ring would be destroyed, nothing would be the same again. Maybe Legolas would not want to be with her, afraid he would be a burden for her.
But she had to stop thinking like that, at least for now. Her sister was suffering as well and they had to be next to each other. She hugged her tightly and hid her head on her shoulder, not wanting to cry again.
'Yes, Arwen. They will come back. Everything will be alright'
When they had covered a small distance, Legolas stopped and looked back. Rivendell was still visible, bathed in the sunlight. In there was Sunglee, his sun maiden. He thought about what had happened in her room, Sunglee crying. He hated himself right now, because he considered himself responsible for her tears. Love was supposed to make someone happy, but he was leaving her.
Aragorn saw his friend standing there, like a statue. He was sorry for him and he knew how he was feeling, for he was feeling the same. But if they would start like this, then their disaster would be more than definite. Aragorn was searching for a way to distract him, but Gimli was faster.
'Master Elf, if you do not hurry, we will leave you here!'
That was not so good, Gimli, thought Aragorn. But Legolas, startled by the dwarf's voice, turned towards them and quickened his pace.
Have patience and courage, mellon nin. We will come back to them. You have my word on that.
The same night, they decided to camp. They made a campfire and ate something. Soon afterwards, the four Hobbits were sleeping, Sam next to Frodo, to protect him even in his sleep.
'I will stay guard for the first half of the night' suggested Aragorn.
'And I will keep watch for the second half' Legolas said at once.
'Alright, but try to rest, you need a good night's sleep'
Legolas, Boromir and Gimli lied down and fell asleep at once. But Legolas's sleep was very restless, for he was spinning around and mumbling. Aragorn sighed. This journey would be more difficult than he had imagined. He looked at Frodo and his fear for him returned. Aragorn prayed he would be able to protect them, to keep them safe.
'Do not let your heart fill with despair' Gandalf had taken seat next to him. 'You must have faith, son of Arathorn. Only then you will succeed'
Night had fallen in Imladris. Everybody except the guards were sleeping. In one of the bedrooms, the bright moonlight was falling on a pillow, shining on the face of the beautiful maiden who was sleeping. Suddenly her fingers grabbed the blanket and her face became a mask of pain.
'No! No, no, no!' she screamed and woke up.
It took a few seconds to realize that she was safe in her room. Breathing heavily and still dizzy from sleep, she rubbed her dark grey eyes and hugged herself, as though she was cold. Then she stood up and walked barefoot outside. Roras, the guard who was out of her room, looked at her worried.
'Lady Sunglee? Are you not well? Is there anything I can do for you?'
Sunglee smiled at him.
'Hannon le, Roras, but I am alright. I just…can not sleep and I will go to my sister'
'Would you like me to escort you to her room?'
'No, thank you, there is no need. Go to sleep'
'Have a good night, my lady'
Figwit, who was standing guard out of Arwen's room, looked at her surprised, but did not ask anything. He just bowed at her as she was entering her sister's bedchamber.
Arwen was not sleeping. She was not even lying in her bed. She was standing at the window, looking at the clear night outside. When she heard Sunglee's steps, she turned to her. Without words, she nodded towards her bed and Sunglee lied down.
'You can not sleep either, can you, Sunglee?'
'I saw a terrible nightmare' whispered the youngest Rivendell princess. 'I saw that…that everybody was killed and our home destroyed. I was so afraid'
'Shh…' whispered Arwen and covered her with the blanket. 'I am here. I will help you to go through this, I promise'
And what about you, Arwen? You can pretend you are alright, but you need help too.
'We will face it together, right?' asked Sunglee with uncertainty, her eyes wet from tears again. Arwen could not hold on anymore and started crying. She hugged Sunglee, the person closest to her, the one who could exactly understand her suffering.
'Yes, my little sister, we will face it together. Like we faced everything together'
Elvish words/phrases used:
Onoone- Sister
Mellon nin- My friend
Hannon le- Thank you
A/N: Ok, folks, this is it. I hoped you like the chapter and I'm open to read any reviews or suggestions you want to write. Next chapter will come out as soon as I can.