What Once Was Lost {Hobbit Fanfic} Book 1

Mesta Onya (Farewell My Child)

Recap-

"It was Lord Elrond, of Rivendell."

My eyebrows furrowed.

"Lord Elrond informed me that he was your escort."

"Ah, that makes sense.. Honestly? I had forgotten to keep my eye out for an escort." I replied. "I've been so busy with other things."

"Back to what I was saying, Thorin wants to see you, also. I think it's time, Arietta." He finished, sadly.

And so, the three of us found ourselves walking to where Adad and Lord Elrond were. Most likely Gimli, too.

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* Apostrophe ' in italics are thoughts...'Yeah, I need to stop posting this one!'

Last chapter everyone, until the sequel!
(Link and Cover at the end of the story~)
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As we left my room, heading for Adad's - The King's study, I got curious and decided to ask a question or two.

"Did Adad or Lord Elrond say anything?" I questioned Bofur.

"Nay lass, he just said to bring you to the Study."

I 'hmm'ed' again.

"How long are you going to be gone, Arietta?" Bofur asked.

"I...Don't know, Bofur." Furrowing my eyebrows, and continued. "It could be weeks, months, maybe a year or two. I'm not certain."

"Do you know what your leavin' for, even?"

"No. I don't. But, I know that Gandalf needs me, and that's enough." I spoke, looking at the two of them.

Soon we reached the big metal doors of the study. I took a deep breathe, and entered.

As I entered, I saw Lord Elrond, Adad, and Gimli stop speaking and turn towards me.

"Arietta, my dear Acea! How have you been?"

I slowly walked into the room, and replied "It's been...active around here. How about you, Lord Elrond?"

"Rivendell has been busy as well. Orcs are on the move, once again. The reason however, remains unknown. Gandalf had also sent me a message not to long ago."

Adad jumped into our conversation. "Orcs? How many? And what might this message be?"

I rolled my eyes.

"Not that many to worry us.... We have been sending patrols out none-the-less, much like the day you arrived.
And the message, well I believe you already know. It was about Arietta.
And well, now...Gimli, here as well.
Gandalf had asked me to come pick you up myself. Escort you to Rivendell. We will talk more on the subject later." Lord Elrond explained.

Gimli huffed. "And what's that supposed to mean?"

"Calm down, Gimli. You must remember that it wasn't mentioned for me to have a companion. It was our choice." I spoke.

"Yes, Gimli. My daughter is right.
Mentioned or not, you will go with her - if you choose. That is our order and it will stay that way." Adad said sternly, glaring at Lord Elrond.

Lord Elrond nodded. "If you wish, King Thorin Oakenshield. Princess Arietta will indeed have her Companion."

"But, if I may?" Elrond began to speak, catching our attention.