Spiders And The Elven King

A Helping Hand Part 9

Several months had passed and you were now living in Thranduil's kingdom. You were more or less back to your old self, though you did take things easy now. You knew Thranduil would fuss if you overexerted yourself, though you made sure you went outside in the forest to get fresh air every day.

It was while you were outside, leaning on a tree when you heard footsteps heading your way. Arching your neck, you saw Suiadan. You quickly straightened yourself out and waited for his arrival.

Since Tauriel was banished in this realm, there was a new caption of the guard and he was currently heading towards you. You liked him, he reminded you of Legolas, though Suiadan had long brown hair and grey eyes.

He originally came from Lothlórien and was recommended by the lady of white herself, Lady Galadriel. She had recently visited Thranduil on a personal matter to which you had no idea about, though deep in your heart, you had a feeling it had something to do with Sauron.

"My lady, King Thranduil wishes to see you."

"Does he indeed?" You reply, watching Suiadan intently.

"Aye, he would like to see you."

"Well, I will see him when the sun goes down." You inform him, returning your attention to the sky.

"But my lady, he insisted that-,"

"Shh," You interrupted "I'll take the blame Suiadan, you have nothing to fear."

You heard him sigh, knowing you were not going to accompany him, then you heard him retreat. You continued looking at the sunset, marvelling at how pretty it really was. For several minutes, you relaxed.

A pair of arms wraps around your middle from behind, causing you to gasp out loud. You were about to give this person a piece of your mind when you felt warm lips against your neck. You instantly relaxed.

"So, you will take the blame for my guard, will you?"

Despite yourself, you chuckled, but stayed silent as Thranduil's arms tightened around you.

"What punishment shall I give you, hmmm? Should I stop you from venturing out in the forest?"

"I would still find a way in returning to the forest." I mused, turning in his arms.

Your eyes went wide with what you saw. Thranduil was dressed to impress it seemed. He was wearing a long silver robe with black trousers and you found yourself frowning, wondering what you had clearly missed.

"Um, Did I miss a celebration or something?" You asked, noticing his trademark smile forming on his lips "If so, I am terribly sorry."

You felt Thranduil loosen his hold of you, then grabbed hold of your left hand.

"Come with me." was all he said, as he gently pulled you away from where you were standing.

You both walked in silence as Thranduil lead you further into the forest. This caused you to raise an eyebrow, just where was he taking you?

"Where are we going?" You finally asked as you looked down at the little flowers around you.

"You'll see."

You watched Thranduil as you brushed past several trees. You could see a faint smile on his face, but he refused to look at you. By now, the night was fast approaching but your thoughts soon went on Thorin.

You wondered how he was, true you had seen him since, but you could tell that he was still thinking about what he did to Bilbo and yourself. You kept telling him that he was not himself when he hit you, but when you saw the way he was looking back at you, it nearly broke your heart.