Thawing the Ice

Chapter 13--Making An Enemy

When Glorfindel and Erestor entered the library Tylarien was there with two guards standing beside him. The Elf looked none to regal at that moment. He had scratches from the thorns, rips in his clothes and leaves still in his hair. He glared venomously at Erestor, but didn't speak.

"I have heard Tylarien's side of the story, now tell me yours," Elrond said.

Erestor nodded and did so. When he was finished he waited for Elrond's decision. It didn't take long for it to be made.

"Attacking my chief advisor or any Elf is a serious thing, Tylarien. I will not tolerate such a thing. I order you to leave Imladris tomorrow and do not return," Elrond said.

"What about those that came with me?" Tylarien demanded.

"They have committed no wrong. It is their choice to leave or stay," Elrond replied.

Tylarien glared at Erestor. "I will make you sorry for this. You will wish you were never born!" he hissed.

"You are in no position to make threats!" Glorfindel hissed. He gestured to the guards. "Take him to his chamber and stand guard. He is not to leave unescorted. Tomorrow see him from Imladris and any that wish to go with him."

The guards nodded and escorted the angry Elf from the room.

Elrond looked at Erestor. "Are you well, Erestor? Do you need a healer?" he asked.

"No, he did not get as chance to harm me," Erestor said. "May I return to my chamber?"

"Of course, take tomorrow off," Elrond said.

"I do not need it," Erestor protested.

"I insist, Erestor, do not show up tomorrow or I will have Glorfindel escort you out," Elrond warned.

Erestor knew then it was useless to argue. "Very well," he said and left the study.

"I must admit that I admire his skill, but he is stubborn. I cannot seem to reach him," Glorfindel said.

"You are as stubborn as he is," Elrond said.

"You are right, besides that chase is half the fun of the capture," Glorfindel grinned. "Good night, mellon-nin." He left the study.

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Erestor slept quite late the next morning, much to his chagrin. He quickly rose and dressed. He was halfway to the library before he remembered what Elrond had said the evening before. He stopped and returned to his room. He changed from his robes to a simple shirt and leggings then headed out to a secluded spot in the gardens. He could have his usual work out there in peace.

Once in the spot he always used Erestor did some stretching before starting his workout, but he didn't know that someone else was watching.

Glorfindel had been about to warn Erestor of his presence, but as the Elf started to move he forgot all about it. The advisor's long midnight tresses were pulled back into a long ponytail and he moved like a huge jungle cat in elven form. Glorfindel decided to be quite and just savor the view.

After a moment Erestor paused to pull off his shirt then continued.

Glorfindel wondered if he was drooling. He is beautiful, he thought. It was then he noticed the tattoo of the symbol of Imladris on Erestor's shoulder. There was an 'E' woven into it as well. The tattoo was obviously the work of a master.

Suddenly Erestor stiffened and he whirled. "Glorfindel!" he said.

"Erestor!" Glorfindel teased.

"How dare you spy on me!" Erestor said.

Glorfindel strolled lazily forward until he was standing directly in front of the advisor. "The spying was unintentional though I will not deny enjoying the view. You look delicious, lirimaer," he said. He grinned when Erestor blushed a bit.

Erestor took a step back. "Now that you know that your presence is not wanted you may leave," he said haughtily.

"That is very generous of you, lirimaer, but I have no intention of leaving," Glorfindel said and stepped forward.

Before Erestor could react he was enfolded in the seneschal's arms. "Release me!!" he protested.

Glorfindel ignored him and eagerly took possession of Erestor's mouth. He ignored the advisor's struggles until lack of air forced him to break off the kiss. Neither of them moved for a long moment then Erestor pulled free and bolted. He was gone before Glorfindel could stop him.

Erestor entered his chamber and closed the door then leaned against it and tried to regain his control. Damn Glorfindel, everything had been fine until he had started with his nonsense! He walked towards his dresser then noticed his reflection. His face was flushed and some of his hair had came free and fell around his face. His lips looked swollen too. He cursed both himself and the annoying Elda. A knock caught his attention and he went to the door and opened it then wished he hadn't.

Glorfindel smiled impishly at him and held out a shirt. "I believe you forgot this, lirimaer," he said.

Erestor snatched the shirt and then slammed the door into Glorfindel's face without saying a word to him or a thank you.

Glorfindel didn't mind. He walked away, laughing. He felt like he was making progress.

This is getting to be far to much fun…R/R please!