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Beta: Aranel
21.
On account of Gimli's loathing of these forests, they had no choice but to get moving – though the dwarf should have known better: as long as Legolas was around, trouble could be anywhere.
The elf moved stiffly, an awkward leg after another. Aragorn tried to help him but Legolas brushed him away with a threatening glare.
"Legolas," Gimli's voice held a warning tone, but Legolas was clearly ignoring him. "PrinceLegolas…" he tried again.
The elf seemed to hear but there was nothing much he could do. He stumbled, tried to lean on a nearby tree for support, but missed.