Light and Shadows (Thranduil's story post BOTFA)

The Elvenking is like a very strong, old tree, deeply rooted in the kingdom he pledged himself to protect. He also pledged himself to protect his heart from love, out of fear that it might weaken him, but that proved to be disastrous. Love... what daunting word rubbed in his face by that fearless redhead elleth during the battle in Dale. Is there any love left in him?

Follows what happens with Thranduil and Tauriel after BOTFA, during the War of the Ring and further into the 4th Age.

Mainly from Thranduil's POV and including canon events that are only briefly mentioned in the books. I try to respect the lore as much as I can.

Apart from the romance, I wanted to explore Thranduil's character based on what we know about his life.

Feedback and comments are much appreciated :)

"His words were unforgiving again, hiding under the same cold tone he had for centuries, yet he could not believe them himself anymore. Tauriel was looking at him, her gaze seemingly piercing through his soul. His dream to restore Mirkwood to Greenwood and his thoughts of avenging his beloved wife were contradicting everything he said. He did not want to care yet every fibre of his being cared too much."

"There was something else that Thranduil noticed in Celeborn's eyes: a combination of respect and admiration.
'You are strong, Thranduil. You are like one of the old Mirkwood trees, deeply rooted in the earth, that the centuries cannot wither. I always thought that, no matter what evil lies upon Arda, you will endure.' "

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