Chapter 15
-Two Months Later-
Eradrin quickly got dressed. Today's the day! She excitedly thought. I'm going home! Rivendell had been itching in her mind for days. She terribly missed her friends, and couldn't wait to be back. The elf had packed food, water, and all of her clothing the night before, and was completely ready to go. She slung her bow and quiver over her shoulder, attached her knives to her belt, and hopped out the door. Eradrin wanted to sprint down the hallway for joy, but patiently slowed her step, and tried to force down the excitement and nervousness bubbling up inside her. She rounded the bend near the gate, and saw Legolas lingering by the entrance. His head was slightly bent, and his eyes glistened sadly. He raised his head at the sound of footsteps, and seeing Eradrin, he ran up to her. "Why do you have to go?" He whispered. Eradrin felt like her heart was being ripped in two. "I have to get home." She replied quietly. Sorrow hit her heart. I don't want to leave, yet I want to get home! Eradrin reached out for Legolas's hand. "Never forget me." She sadly whispered, then turned around and slowly trudged away, Legolas's sad gaze following her until she was lost from sight in the woods.
-Two Weeks Later-
Eradrin wearily walked along a path, eyes half closed, the night closing in around her. Fatigue dragged at her limbs, and her legs buckled underneath her. She lied face down on the ground, eyes closed. A faint sound drifted over to her. Music? She thought, No, it can't be. But then sounds of laughter drifted over as well. Eradrin raised her head. Twinkling lights shone through the trees. Suddenly the woods seemed familiar. I'm almost home! Eradrin pushed herself to her feet, energy renewed, and ran through the woods. Branches whipped her legs and face, but she eagerly pushed through them and ran as fast as she could. Suddenly she broke through the tree line. The river, clear as always, shone swift and welcoming in front of her. She launched herself across the river, landing on a flat stone in the middle, and leaped to the other side. She swiftly climbed up the grassy bank, and stopped. Directly in front of her was Elrond's house. It was lit up, and music drifted down from it. Eradrin to a deep breath, and then headed inside.
The music stopped. Eradrin stood in front of a large dead silent crowd. They stared at Eradrin, still as stone. Suddenly there was movement and the front, and the crowd parted to reveal a familiar dark haired elf. He stared at her, shock and disbelief shining in his eyes. He shakily said, "Eradrin, is that you?" She whispered, "Yes." He broke from his stillness and rushed over to her, pulling her in for a hug. "You have come home." He said. The crowd cheered. "Elrond." Eradrin whispered warmly. The crowd swept over Eradrin like a wave, and she wanted to live in the happiness forever.
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