Here is chapter four:) In this chapter the company is introduced, so I hope you like it:)
Light met Thorin's eyes as he slowly opened them. He yawned and slowly got up. He rubbed his eyes and looked around. For a second he was confused not to find himself in the room he always used at Dis' but then remembered it was his room in his new home.
Thorin smiled to himself. The first night in his new house went better than expected. Kili did not cry the whole night and Thorin had a restful night for the first time since 5 months.
Kili. Thorin got himself out of bed and walked to the little room directly next to him.
Thorin at first wasn't sure if it was a good idea if he let Kili sleep on his own. After all, he still was a baby. But the little boy was fast asleep and Thorin didn't have to worry about it.
Kili was already awake when Thorin walked in.
'Good morning, little one! Did you sleep well?' Thorin asked, while gently picking him up. Kili just giggled and Thorin kissed his nose. 'Are you hungry? Because I am.' Thorin said and walked out of Kili's room.
In the kitchen, Thorin panicked for a minute. What was he going to feed Kili?
He had Kili sat down at the table and started looking for supplies Dis had showed him. He sighed in relief when he found ingredients to make a porridge.
He made himself some breakfast as well and once he was done, Thorin grabbed the two bowls and sat down next to Kili.
'Today is a big day, Kili. I will introduce you to my men, to the company. And to a wizard, Gandalf.' Thorin said, while giving Kili a spoonful of porridge. Once he had swallowed it, Kili looked at Thorin and opened his mouth to say something. Thorin stopped eating and turned to Kili: 'You can do it, little one. Just, try to say it.'
Thorin was hoping for the best. Kili's first word. A historical moment for him. He never knew he could get excited about someone his first word. He wasn't there when Fili said his first word so this was definitely extra special.
Kili was struggling and constantly opening his mouth and closing again. But then, after lots of tries, Kili said:'Dwaddy Oawkswhield.'
Thorin could feel himself heating up. Kili's first words, his first words. Thorin was beaming with pride. The feeling, he would never forget it.
Thorin's lips curled into a big smile and he exclaimed: 'Well done, Kili! I am so proud of you!' Kili giggled: 'Dwaddy!' Thorin smiled and wrapped his arms around Kili. He gave him a kiss in his hair and said: 'Fili will be very proud of you.' Kili pulled away and clapped his hands. Thorin smiled and they quickly finished their breakfast.
Before meeting up with the company, Thorin was determined to first go to Dis and Fili.
The two were just cleaning up from breakfast, when Thorin stepped inside the house, Kili is his arms. . 'Uncle Thorin!' Fili exclaimed and ran to him. Thorin gave Fili a hug: 'Hey there, kin! How was your breakfast?' 'Very nice! But it was boring without you and Kili.' Fili said and Thorin placed Kili on the ground.
Fili crouched down and slightly ruffled Kili
Kili's hair: 'Hey, Kee! I missed you! Did you miss me?'
Kili's eyes started shining when he heard Fili's voice and he crawled to Fili. 'I think he did, Fili.' Thorin grinned and looked up to see his sister coming over. Thorin started smiling at her and Dis narrowed her eyes: 'Thorin, how did it go? No trouble? What are you so happy about?' Thorin couldn't keep it to himself anymore: 'Kili has said his first words today during breakfast!' Dis' eyes went wide and she said: 'Really?! Oh, Thorin, how fantastic! What were they?' Thorin smiled: 'Daddy Oakenshield.' Dis smiled and looked at Kili: 'That's great news, Thorin. I think Fili likes it as well, don't you?'
Fili nodded: 'Yes! Now I can talk with him!' 'Not completely, kin. He still needs to learn a lot.' Thorin said. 'Can he say my name?' Fili asked. Without waiting for an answer he turned back to Kili: 'Kili, can you say Fili? Feelee, Fee-Lee!' 'Feewee.' Kili babbled after some struggle. Fili's face lighted up and he exclaimed: 'Mother! Did you hear that?! Kili said my name!' Dis chuckled and ruffled her son's hair.
'I'm so proud of you, my son. Well done.' Thorin said to Kili after giving him a hug. 'So, when are you going to introduce him to the others?' Dis asked. 'Today. I'm actually going to meet them any minute now, so I think I need to hurry up.' Thorin said and made gestures to the door, but Fili stopped him: 'Can I come? Otherwise Kili doesn't have anyone to play with!' 'Fili, you can't come. You were going to help me out in the garden today.' Dis said. 'But I didn't know about this!' Fili exclaimed. 'I'm sorry, love. You can't go.' Dis said final. 'Uncle!' Fili whined. Thorin grinned: 'I'm sorry, I can't help you out now. Another time, little one.' Fili crossed his arms, disagreeing with every word said. Thorin ruffled his hair, said bye and left to meet up with the men.
With Kili in his arms, Thorin walked to the spot where they were supposed to meet. He was delighted to find the others already there.
The dwarves were all wrapped up in conversations when Gandalf suddenly said: 'There he is!' They immediately stopped talking and turned to Thorin. They all gasped when they saw the little boy in his arms.
'Thorin! How delighted to see you again!' Gandalf smiled and Thorin joined the dwarves. They started grouping around him, trying to get a glimpse of Kili. But Gandalf all sent them back: 'Wait for him to get ready.' They mumbled in disagreement, but decided to listen anyway. 'How are you feeling?' Gandalf asked, knowing about the fire. Thorin sighed: 'I am actually feeling really good. Not at my best, but I'm getting there.' Gandalf smiled and turned to Kili: 'And who may this little boy be?' 'This, my dear Gandalf and company, is my son. This is Kili.' Thorin turned his head to Kili, who was getting shy.
Balin was the first one to speak up: 'Well hello, little guy. You look exactly like your dad.' The last bit was meant for Thorin as Balin looked at him. Thorin smiled and walked closer to the company. They all shuffled closer and Balin smiled at Kili. 'He has the eyes of Sicilia.' Dori said, feeling sympathy for Thorin. Thorin gave him a sad smile: 'He has the most beautiful eyes of the whole of Middle earth. Just like his mother.' Dori patted Thorin on his shoulders and soon all the dwarves were saying hello to Kili. Kili wasn't used to so many dwarves at once and didn't move at first. But Thorin gave him a comforting smile and Kili gained some confidence.
'He actually said his first words today.' Thorin beamed with pride again. 'That's wonderful, master Thorin. May I ask what his first words were?' Gandalf asked. 'Dwaddy Oawkswhield.' Kili spoke up. The entire company turned to the little boy and Dwalin exclaimed: 'Hooray for little Kili!' Thorin put on a big smile and gave Kili a kiss on his forehead.
The entire company was slightly surprised when they saw how Thorin was with Kili. Yes, they knew he had a son but this was the first time they actually met him. They had no idea what Thorin had been doing those past 5 months.
But seeing how Thorin loved the little guy, made them realize they have been worried for no reason.
Especially Balin had been worried. After he heard what happened to Sicilia, Balin was feeling terrible for Thorin. He was worried about him, he didn't know whether he was coping well or not. They never heard anything about him. But seeing the little baby in person made Balin beam with pride. He was proud of Thorin. Very proud he was.
'How is Fili experiencing this all?' Bofur asked, making faces to Kili. 'Fili is loving it all. When I still lived with my sister, Fili was constantly around Kili. Always wants to play with him, always wants to take care of him and always wants to be involved in every little thing that has to do with Kili.' Thorin said, slightly rocking Kili. 'I expected more jealousy if I'm honest.' Gloin said. 'I was indeed fearing that, but Fili adores Kili and Kili loves Fili. Every time he hears his voice, Kili's eyes start shining. And Fili feels very proud to be his cousin.' Thorin said and Kili started giggling.
'He is a very sweet boy, Thorin. I am sure you will raise him into a respectful and loving dwarf.' Gandalf said. 'I'm proud of you, Thorin. Honestly, I did not expect this.' Dwalin said. 'That is what everybody said.' Thorin grinned. 'Can he walk already?' Gloin asked. 'No, a baby can walk when he's about one year old, Gloin. He can just crawl.' Thorin said and saw Kili's yawn. He pushed him up a bit and moved a strand of hair out of his face: 'Are you getting tired, little one? Do you need to go to sleep? I think you do.' Kili's head fell on Thorin's shoulder and Thorin wrapped one arm around his little body.
'I need to get this one to bed. I thank you all for coming to meet him.' Thorin turned to the company, Kili asleep on his shoulder. 'It was our pleasure, Thorin. The little prince is a gift, you should be proud of him.' Balin said. 'And I am. More than you can think of.' Thorin said. 'Take care. And get out a little more. I think you both need it.' Balin said. Thorin gave him a gentle smile, nodded at the company and with Kili sleeping on his shoulder, he walked back home.