Thorin and Bilbo bond together. 📎 8k words

(Takes place after Thorin and co. Discover that Bilbo hadn't followed them out of the midst of the goblins.) Thorin discovers his foolishness. And his love. (Two-shot)

Bilbo Baggins agreed to go on the journey with Thorin and company because Gandalf asked him to, and Gandalf was a friend. But he didn't expect to find love...and definitely not with the most unexpected person ever. The others don't understand, even threaten to shun them...but can Bilbo stand up for the one he loves, and the only love that he's ever understood? And most importantly, will Thorin forgive Bilbo's past crimes? WARNING: Thorin and Bilbo!