Lothlorien Elf in the Fellowship (Lord of the Rings Fan Fic)

Chapter 7

That night I took the first watch. I was thinking of our first day on the journey. Not much happened. We walked through woods, over fields and across hillsides. No one talked except for the hobbits.

They complained about how far we walked, how their feet were sore and when are we going to stop to eat. I felt bad for the hobbits! They're not used to walking all day and they never miss meals. When we set up our camp for the night by a river, they all collapsed on the ground from exhaustion.

With the stars now out, they reminded me of the ones I see every night in Lothlorien. I start to wonder how my parents and Haldir are doing. How did they react to the news of me joining the Fellowship? I smile a little, knowing my father is so proud and happy for me. I know my mother is scared and worried though, but she understands why.

How did Haldir take the news? I'm not sure if he would be happy for me like my dad, worried like my mom or both. Before he told me I was chosen to represent Galadriel, he was so busy protecting Lothlorien and watching the borders. We never got a chance to see each other. Would he be to busy to care about me joining the Fellowship?

After about three hours I spot Bill grazing on grass. Bill is Sam's pony that he found in Bree. He carries some of the packs the Fellowship has brought for the journey.

''How are you doing over there, Bill?'', I ask the pony while I go up to him.

He gives me a little nay in response and allows me to stroke him. He must be very tired.

''Yeah the first day can be rough. How about a carrot to lift up your spirits?'', I suggest.

His ears prick up and he starts nudging the bag.

''Ok Bill, alright just wait!'', I laugh softly,

He backs away from the bags and I reach into one, pulling out a carrot. I give it to him and he eats it all. Bill is now very content... and it is not the first treat he's had today.

''Sam spoiled you already. Am I right Bill?'', I ask firmly.

He looks away from me in answer and I giggle again.

''Aww it's ok." I say while petting Bill again, ''You're lucky to get spoiled. Must be because you are so adorable."

Bill licks my hand and resumes eating grass.

''Losta vae Bill.'', I say going back to my spot.
(Sweet dreams)

I watch the fire slowly die out. When I scan the campsite I notice Boromir wide awake. He sees me watching him and comes my way.

''You should get some rest Amber." he suggests, ''I'll take over your watch.''

Just before I blurt out a witty remark about him doubting me at the council, I freeze. Boromir wants time to think alone. Something seems a little different about him, but I just can't tell what.

''Ok." I agree, ''Thank you. If you need anything let me know.''

''I will.'' he answers, ''Goodnight.''

''Abarad'', I reply.
(Until tomorrow)

I do not know Boromir at all, but I can tell that something is definitely bothering him. Something feels off.

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Losta vae: Sleep well

Abarad: Until tomorrow

~Talia Spirit