117. Cradled by Moonlit Beginnings, Part 1 - Thranduil x female reader

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The night settled quietly over Thranduil's palace in Mirkwood, its ancient halls wrapped in shadows that danced along the polished stone floors. In the serene chamber where Thranduil lay in peaceful slumber, the soft glow of moonlight filtered through the grand windows, casting a gentle luminescence upon the regal figure upon the bed.

A gentle creak broke the silence as the door to Thranduil's chamber opened slowly, admitting Legolas with cautious steps. His presence, normally swift and light, now moved with the quiet urgency of one troubled. Legolas approached the bed where Y/N lay sleeping peacefully beside Thranduil, her form barely stirring amidst the tranquil night.

Legolas leaned closer, gently tapping Y/N's shoulder to awaken her. "Naneth," he whispered urgently, his voice tinged with unease. Y/N stirred, her eyes fluttering open to meet Legolas's troubled gaze.

"What's wrong, Legolas?" Y/N murmured softly, her voice a soothing balm in the stillness of the chamber.

Legolas hesitated, his eyes darting briefly towards Thranduil before returning to Y/N. "I had a nightmare," he confessed quietly, his vulnerability palpable in the dim light.

Y/N's heart went out to him. With a comforting smile, she sat up and gently disentangled herself from Thranduil's protective embrace. She then picked up Legolas, holding him securely in her arms. He wrapped his arms around her neck, seeking the comfort and safety that her presence always provided.

"Come, ion nín," Y/N whispered, her voice a soothing promise as she carried Legolas through the quiet corridors of the palace. The soft glow of torches lit their way, casting gentle shadows that danced at their feet.

In Legolas's chamber, Y/N laid him down gently on his bed, tucking the covers around him with care. She retrieved a familiar book from a nearby shelf, its pages worn from countless readings. Returning to Legolas's side, she was about to settle herself on the edge of the bed, but Legolas shifted himself further into the bed.

Y/N smiled softly, understanding his silent request. She climbed into the bed beside him, and Legolas nestled closer, laying his head in her lap and closing his eyes in anticipation of the familiar comfort.

Reaching for the well-loved book, Y/N opened it to a favored story and began to read aloud, her voice a gentle cadence that wove a soothing spell over the room. As she read, her fingers gently stroked Legolas's hair, each touch a silent promise of protection and love.

The calming rhythm of Y/N's voice and the familiar tale gradually dispelled the lingering shadows of Legolas's nightmare. His tense features relaxed, and his breathing evened out as he drifted back into a peaceful slumber, comforted by the presence of his naneth.

Meanwhile, in the master chamber, Thranduil stirred. His hand moved instinctively across the bed, searching for Y/N's familiar warmth. Finding only empty space, his eyes fluttered open, and a slight frown creased his brow as he realized she was gone.

Pushing aside the bed linens, Thranduil rose and moved silently through the corridors of the palace, the soft light of the torches casting a warm glow on the ancient stone walls. He made his way to Legolas's chamber, guided by a father's intuition and the faint sound of Y/N's voice.

Pausing at the doorway, Thranduil opened the door slowly, the sight before him melting his heart. Legolas was curled up against Y/N, his head resting on her lap, his face peaceful in sleep. Y/N sat with the book in her hands, her voice a gentle whisper as she continued the tale, her fingers tenderly brushing through Legolas's hair.

Thranduil stood quietly in the doorway, the sight of his beloved family bathed in the gentle glow of the torches a poignant reminder of the love and serenity that existed even amidst the lingering darkness of Mirkwood. His heart swelled with pride and affection, watching the tender scene unfold before him.

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