The dragon Smaug has been awoken, and Laketown is on fire. Despite Thranduil's memories he knows he cannot sit idly by, he must defend Laketown. In the burning town, Bain tries to save his father but is in desperate need of aid. Bard must step into the undesired role of leading a destitute people. For some kings their duty is clear, others must find their way with help. 21,000 HITS
Rated: T - English - Adventure/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 21 - Words: 63,128 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 2/19/2016 - Published: 4/15/2015 - Bard, Kíli, Elvenking Thranduil, Bain - Complete