Chapter 14
Eradrin sat on her bed, hands in her lap, watching the last dying rays of sunset fall through the window. She opened one palm, watching as the light fell on it, igniting for a second, then falling to the floor and traveling away as the sun sank. Soon the moon rose, and the stars shone ever bright in the dark sky.
Eradrin changed into a white flowing dress, put flowers in her hair, and looked at the moon. It's almost midnight. She quietly opened the door and walked out into the hallway. The elf slowly walked down the hallway that led to the banquet room. When she reached it, she drew in her breath sharply. The grand room was bathed in white light. A hole in the roof led to the sky, and a huge white moon shone through. She quickened her pace, flying down the steps and across the room. Eradrin paused in front of the archway. Then she stepped through. The midnight was beautiful and clear. Each time Eradrin breathed, cool fresh air filled her lungs. She gracefully walked to the center of the balcony. A figure stood, staring into the night. It turned around as Eradrin approached. "You came!" Legolas cried. Eradrin nodded, a bit nervously, and played with the ends of her hair. Legolas slowly glided over to Eradrin. He took her hand in his. "Come with me." He softly whispered. Eradrin followed him down the balcony and into the woods.
They walked, hand in hand, for a while, through the trees and by the river. Then, they both sat down by the river, side by side. Eradrin closed her eyes. "I've always loved the river." She whispered. "It reminds me of home." She sighed sadly. Legolas asked, "What's wrong?" Eradrin opened her sea green eyes. "When I left, Rivendell was being attacked by orcs. I hope everyone's ok." "I'm sure all your friends are fine." Legolas comforted her. Then he frowned. "Why would orcs attack Rivendell anyway?" He asked. Eradrin hesitated. Should I tell him why I really left? I trust him... but I've only just met him. I'll wait. "Who knows why orcs do anything?" Eradrin said. Legolas nodded. "True enough." Legolas turned back to the river. "You know, I used to play down here when I was little. I would practice with my bow and arrows, or play spider hunt and things like that." Eradrin smiled. The two elves talked for a while, exchanging stories and thoughts. After an hour, they walked back to the balcony. "I had fun tonight." Eradrin smiled. "So did I. Well, I better get back. Bye Eradrin!" Legolas said. "Bye!" Then he turned around and left. Eradrin sighed happily. Skipping back to her room, she flopped on her bed and dreamily thought of the night.