A Difficult Bride

Title: A Difficult Bride (Chapter 10-12/12

Rating: NC-17

Author: Ambur

Beta: Dinah

Warnings: graphic violence, graphic sex, implied elf torture

Genre: AU, Romance, slight action in this one, drama

Summary: Haldir saves the girl, marries her, has lots of babies, and lives happily ever after.

Disclaimer: LOTR not mine!!! Don’t sue, college kid!

Feedback: Appreciated, amboo1979@yahoo.com

A/N: Thanks to everyone who read this and left me feedback. This was the first story I had ever written for LOTR and had posted it several places before ever getting any feedback. I was discouraged many times and nearly did not finish it. I really appreacite those of you who took the time to let me know you enjoyed this story. I loved writing it and hated to end it :):):). ANd now for some shameless plugging of my own work...if you are ever in the mood to read a romance between Orophin and OFC, check out my ficcie Emerald. And again, thanks!!!!!

PS. Discovered a delightfully sinful ficcie entitled Look Back in Anger, Haldir/OFC fic. Great fic! A must read!!

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Chapter 10

Micah and Kyan met with Haldir and his companions within the hour. It was Aragorn and Rumil who held Legolas and Haldir at bay while the two Rivendell elves explained what had transpired. Micah begged his brother to forgive him for allowing Lea to poison him.

Micah explained that Lord Elrond had long known of Lea’s treachery, but had yet to find away to prove her treason and crimes. Lea was a cunning criminal. None knew of how she got the many elfin maids to trust her enough to go with her to this mining town. Some of her victims had been Wardens and very capable of protecting themselves physically from Lea. Manipulation and alchemy had been Lea’s tools of deception.

Micah and Alcazar had lost their sister to Lea’s wickedness and were too late to save her. Their sister had been sold to orcs who kept her barely alive for a few months while taking their sport of her until she simply died from despair.

Micah swore on his sister’s soul he would discover who had done this and claim his revenge for her and the hundreds of other elfin maids who had suffered such a fate over the many centuries.

Micah and Kyan had left Rivendell, pretending to be consorts to Lea and had taken enough gold to sell her to the very man she had sold so many to before. Lord Elrond had not agreed with the course of action and the two elves left without his blessing. Elrond wanted evidence to try her and have her hanged, as is written by his own laws.

This was not enough for Micah, who felt she should suffer as so many had suffered. He explained to his brother he could not tell him because he did not wish to bring him into his plot. He knew Lord Elrond would surely punish him for his disobedience.

Micah then swore to Legolas and Haldir that Mina had to be taken in order for them to deliver Lea to this man Luke. Haldir was furious for not being informed and even more furious Micah felt Mina a necessary pawn in this game. It took four sets of hands to keep him from throttling the Rivendell elf. Kyan and Micah both swore that they would have protected her from any harm and indeed all blows delivered to Mina by Lea were done when both Kyan and Micah were gone from camp briefly.

Rumil had instantly began his healing of Mina’s injuries to her face and her side. Micah had put her into a deep slumber before they had ridden into her would be rescuers. When Rumil finished, slight discoloration around her eye could be seen and that would be but a memory by the next morning.

When Mina had awakened, her panic and fear had completely engulfed her and she struggled wildly against Haldir, as she did not know him. Her weakened condition made her even easier to hold so he let her struggle until she exhausted herself. She fell against him sobbing then. Her wails of grief wretched his heart so that he could not stop the tears from spilling over his face.

Legolas’s heart was breaking. Aragorn held his dear friend in his arms as the normally fearsome warrior cried his grief as if he were a small child again. Aragorn also knew Legolas cried tears of relief that Mina was saved from the horrible fate that had claimed so many before.

Mina cried until she had nothing left and the hoarse sobs that escaped her now raked her body with pain. Her tears were a mixture of relief as she slowly realized she lay in the strong arms of the one who loved her so deeply and she was safe.

Haldir and Mina were left in peace to find comfort in one another. Haldir held her tightly against him, the pain in his eyes now replaced with a fierceness none had seen before. Legolas knew then he need never worry for his sister again. Haldir would never let anything wicked befall her every again. He knew the March Warden would die for her. Haldir would never let her go, ever again. No one would ever take her, lest they suffer his wrath.

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Micah, Kyan, and Alcazar returned within the hour bearing news of Lea’s fate. They had found her thoroughly ravished and tortured body still within the city where she had been left. She had been decapitated and the three Rivendell elves wondered if a party of orcs had come across her before she had died.

Mina had stunned her rescuers by the pity and remorse she had shown for Lea. She thought it a terrible way to die, even for one such as her. Her heart was saddened to think of an elf being refused passage to the Undying lands and to spend their immortality in fire and shadow. Mina had wondered where this hatred toward her own kind, especially her own sex had come from, but now with Lea dead, no one would ever know. She found herself wondering if maybe something could have been done to help the bitter, lonely, angry elf.


Upon reaching the city, Mina had been taken to Galadriel and her own personal healers. Thranduil had been sick with grief and many feared he would grieve himself to death. He had sworn to his wife, before she boarded the ship to sail West that he would protect their only daughter with his own life. He had failed his wife and hisld. ld. His grief now consumed him, despite the return of his beloved daughter safely to the City.

Legolas now sat with his father, willing him to come back to him and his sister. He spoke gently to his father. Mina was well and safe now. How did Thranduil believe his daughter would feel to be healed and now suffer the loss of her father? Had she not suffered enough? Her father meant everything to her. She could not lose him now. She would need all her family around her. If Thranduil left her, who would give her to Haldir on her wedding day?

While Legolas sat with Thranduil, Haldir sat with Mina, seeing to her needs and comforts when the healers left her. He lay in the bed with her wrapped securely in his arms as she slept. He had only just nodded off himself when he felt her eyes upon him.

Her eyes brimmed with tears, but there was no grief to them now. She smiled warmly at him and cupped his face, “Even if I had been left there by Micah, I knew you would come for me. I knew you would find me Haldir. She told me you would leave me. That you would never want me after…I never believed her. I knew you would come! It is what kept me sane and alive with hope.”

His own eyes now brimmed with moisture, “I would die for you Mina. I…I…” His voice broke with his sob, “I love you so…forgive me! I should have forced you to stay with me! I knew she would try something….oh…if anything had happened…I would die Mina! I would die without you…you are everything, my heart, my life…I am so sorry I could protect you from this.”

Her smile was so full of love he could scarcely hold her gaze. She chuckled softly and stroked his cheek, “Do not blame yourself for one as wretched as her Haldir. It was not your fault what happened anymore than it was mine. You tried continuously to protect me; it is I who did not listen. But it made no difference, my love. For even when I told her I would not speak with her, she still found a way to take me from you.”

Mina pushed herself upright against him and turned to face him. “It is in the past now Haldir. Lea is gone now and she can never again hurt any maiden. She was the one who was weak. She was the coward, not I nor any other elleth who fell victim to her murderous ways. Lea tried to break my spirit Haldir. She wanted to destroy me, but she could not! Those men may have taken my body, but I would not have allowed them to take who I was. I knew you would come, my dearest. I knew if I could only hold on a little longer. I pulled deep inside myself and you were with me always. I was never alone, for I could still feel you, smell you, even taste you. Do you not understand what you have given me Haldir? You have given me my life back. You have given me meaning to my existence and you have given me something I never thought to find, love. A love so strong I can scarcely breathe at times.”

Haldir stared at her barely able to believe her words. She truly loved him so completely? Was it possible? Mina kissed him then, softly on his lips.

“She destroyed nothing, Captain. She only made us stronger. And when my father is well enough, I shall wait no longer to become your wife.”

Haldir could not find the words to express his joy. He could only gawk at her and stammer. She found it most amusing that the March Warden could actually be at a loss for words.



Chapter 11

Thranduil recovered instantly when he heard the voice of his beloved daughter. And to her word, she pressed forward with the wedding, despite the worries of so many that it was still too soon for her.

The wedding hall was exquisite, adorned with cream and pink roses. Pink stargazer lilies were entwined within the podiums of limestone that stood on either side of the veranda over looking the city. A large fountain had been constructed from ice to celebrate the coming of the winter season. Servants had been busy for almost an hour lighting over 1000 candles to light the Princess’s way as she made her way to where she would stand beside Haldir to make her pledge to him.

Rows and rows of benches had been placed within the palace hall also adorned on their ends with cream-colored roses. Strings of silver, pink, lavender, and white sequence balls were dangled throughout the hall so that when the moonlight struck the balls, patterns of dancing lights in various colors would play across the walls.

Musicians of the lute and harp were brought in to play some of Mina’s most treasures love songs while Rumil practiced a rather lengthy poem he had written in honor of his brother’s bride.

The palace halls were filled with hundreds of guests, which included a newly arrived King Elrond and his three children. Micah had immediately asked the Lord’s forgiveness and was ready to bear any punishment his Lord saw fit. As an act of clemency and as a gift to the Princess, who spoke on Micah and Kyan’s favor, both were pardoned.

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Haldir had scarcely been able to contain his reaction when he saw her for the first time in her gown. Her father led her slowly down the aisle of the palace hall to stand beside the elf she was to marry. The Lord and Lady stood above Haldir, their faces filled with such joy and love for their Captain, this elf who was more a son to them. Galadriel’s eyes were filled with such warmth and pride as she watched Mina approach Haldir. This young elleth had changed so much in such a short time. Mina’s strength of character and devotion to Haldir had surprised even the Lady.

Haldir drank in the sight of his beloved now standing before him in her white velvet gown. There was nothing remarkable about the design, but it truly was the most elegant garment Haldir had ever seen. The gown hugged her body beautifully. It had long sleeves and had a v-slit design at the wrists. The gown was cut so around the neck that accentuated Mina’s delicate neckline. The train was no more than 6 feet in length and she wore a veil of sheer silk. Two golden curls caressed either side of her face and her hair had been twisted elegantly atop her head, bound by a c whi which was adorned by baby’s breath, and a single pale pink rose.

As Thranduil placed his child’s hand in Haldir’s, the King’s eyes watered so that he quickly gave his blessing and turned before he made a fool of himself. Haldir could not stop the tears that formed in his eyes anymore than Thranduil could.

Lord Celeborn stepped down to stand before the bride and groom. He took Haldir’s hand that held Mina’s and spoke of the eternal commitment and love of the elven binding. He spoke of how by this act, Mina would give herself to Haldir for all the ages to come and that Haldir would give himself to her for all the ages to come. He spoke of how they have pledged themselves to one another not only in thife,ife, but when they cross to the undying lands together.

Celeborn then stepped away and allowed them their own vows. Mina spoke first, giving her body, her heart and her spirit to him for always, promising to love only him for all eternity and to obey him for all eternity. She could tell by the flicker of his eyes, this pleased him immensely. Haldir then made his promise to her and swore to protect her and love her for all eternity. He told her once again how she held his heart in her tiny hands.

Galadriel then placed the binding rings in ir’sir’s hand. He took Mina’s left hand in his and placed the ring on her finger, reminding her how she had promised to be his always, and that she had sworn in front of all these witnesses to obey him. Several chuckles could be heard around the hall. Mina then took the other ring from him and placed it on his finger, telling him she was of course his and she forgot to mention she would only be obeying him if his commands were reasonable, which won her a few chuckles as well.

The promises were sealed with a brief, chaste kiss. The March Warden then turned, with Mina’s hand in his and introduced his wife to much applause and congratulations. The actual binding, of course, was to take place in a more private area at a later hour.

The guests began making themselves merry with wine, food, and dance. Mina was passed from dance partner to dance partner for almost an hour before making it back into the arms of her husband. He took one last dance fher her before stealing away to make ready for their binding. Mina was left to say goodbye to her father and brother who would return home without her. Haldir knew this saddened her because she loved her home and her family dearly. Mina’s life had revolved around that of her father and brother and in only a brief time, she had changed. All of what she had once known had changed and it would never be the same for her again.

As overjoyed as she was with her marriage, she could not help the longing she felt in her heart. Yet she knew she would not have it any other way. She would never live her life without Haldir. She would never give him up. Mina bade her father and brother a tearful goodbye, her tears a mixture of pure bliss and sadness. Then she turned and took one last look at all of her guests laughing and drinking before leaving silently for the binding ceremony with the elf she loved.


The Binding…

Mina stood under the moonlight of the open window with her back to Haldir. Her long hair was now loosely hung over her shoulders and down her back. The light of the moon caressed her soft, pale skin with a luminescent glow. When she heard him move, she turned slowly to face him. He stood in the doorway, with his chest bear and still in the russet color leggings he had worn for their ceremony. She held out her hand to him and he came forward. His own pale hair sensuously draped over his shoulders. His eyes were dark as he now towered over her. He looked down into her face with the hunger of a desire he had long kept hidden. His face was heavy with lust and if she did not know him as she did, she would have been frightened by the intensity and depth of emotion she saw on his face.

Mina’s gaze never wavered as she raised her arms and loosened the tie that held her dress over her body. Once free, it pooled at her feet. She stood before him with the slight material of her chemise, breasts swollen aga the the sheer fabric, and nipples erect under the moon. He made no move to touch her, only wanting to drink in the sight of her. This time, she did not turn away, but grasped his hand gently.

“Do you not wish to truly see me?” She asked him as she placed the hand she held under the curve of her breast. Haldir responded with a low groan and moved his other hand to cup the other breast. His hands glided over the material of the chemise to its underside and removed it slowlym hem her body. She stood now before him completely naked. He crushed her against him then, kissing her with an urgency she had not known from him before. She moaned against his mouth as his fingertips brushed ever so lightly over her back and shoulders. Her whole body tingled under touctouch.

Mina wrapped her arms around his neck, squirming against him so that her nipples rubbed in a pleasurable feel against his bare chest. She thought she would die if he did not touch her and he had only just begun. It was then that he scooped her into his arms and carried her over to their bed. He laid her gently on the bed, which was adorned with pale satin sheets, and hundreds of soft rose petals. The sheets were cool and silky to Mina’s skin. Haldir now hovered over her, his broad frame swallowing Mina whole. Instead of the fear she thought she might feel, she was overcome with her own lust and want. She squirmed against the sheets with the mounting excitement she felt at being ravished by him. The look he held in his eyes bore no question to the fact that she was his. She belonged to him and he was going to take her.

His body now pressed her against the mattress, their tongues once again entwined. Her hands were trapped against his chest and she used this opportunity to stroke his taut nipples gently with her fingertips. He responded with a growl deep in his throat and a playful nip at her bottom lip. She giggled when he traced her jaw line with the tip of his tongue and gliding it down her neck and between her breasts. He stopped once to take a nipple into his mouth. She moaned and arched into him. He chuckled softly, pushing her back into the mattress with a hand to her soft belly. She could feel his hardness pressed into the apex of her thighs. She could barely contain her desire to feel him within her for the first time. She rubbed her legs together, her wetness gliding onto the silky sheets beneath her.

She reached down to grasp his erection through his leggings as he still suckled her. She impatiently tugged at the ties before he stopped her laughing softly, “Patience, my sweet.”

He moved from the bed then and she groaned her protest as her head hit the pillow. He removed his leggings just as impatiently and once again covered her body with his. His attentions went back to her nipples while he nudged her les apart with her knees. She spread them wide for him, clutching him to her. Huld uld see her need and her own lust clearly in her eyes. There was apprehension, but her desire to know him fully was just as strong.

His right hand made its way down the flat plane of her soft belly. His hand moved then to stroke the soft flesh of her sides. He was rewarded with a giggle. He had forgotten how ticklish she was. All he need do was point at her sides and she would giggle. He smiled and shook his head, leaning down to place a kiss on her nose. She entwined her fingers in his hair and jerked him rather aggressively against her mouth and kissed him hungrily.

“I did not know I had married a little wanton.”

Her tongue traced his bottom lip, “Oh yes Captain. I am about to burst for you. I think I will die if I cannot feel you soon.”

His eyebrow quirked in surprise at her words. He of course had no intention of disappointing her so he went back to his work of making her ready. His attentions now on her neck as once again his hand snaked down her body and this time, he did not stop until he had breeched the softness of her slick folds. She gasped breathlessly and arched into him again as his thumb brushed the already engorged bundle of nerves hidden from him. His long, skillful fingers gave lingering strokes over her labia and just barely dipping into her aching core. He was teasing her. His thumb continued its circular pattern as he continued his torture. She moved her body against his hand trying to get him to slide his finger deeper into her tight channel.

“Haldir…please…”

He smiled, “Please what?”

She struggled with the shyness that now came over her, “I…I…need…”

His index finger pushed further inside of her. Her tight muscles clamped around his finger and he pulled back. She groaned in frustration.

“You need what, little one. Speak it and I shall give it to you.”

She grabbed at his hands, trying to make him touch her more, but he pulled away laughing softly.

He laid over her again, his lips hovering above hers, “Tell me what you desire Mina. Do not be shy or afraid. I love you and wish to bring you nothing but pleasure.”

“I want you to touch me, like you did before. But I…I…want more.”

He gave her a sultry smile, capturing her mouth in his. His hand moved between her legs once more. Inserting his index finger into her tightness once more, he moved painfully slow and very carefully as not to cause her pain. He watched the play of expressions across her face. He could tell she did not know if she liked how this felt or not. She tightened herself around his finger and gasped in pain when he pushed a bit too far.

“Relax your body Mina. I am making you ready now. The pain will be brief.”

She kept her eyes locked on his as he slid another finger inside of her. She gasped again, biting her bottom lip. Never had he felt such tightness before but he had never had an elleth so small of frame before either. He began to worry about the pain she may experience. With great ease, he opened his fingers inside of her and then closed, in a scissoring manner.

“Ooh…Haldir….that hurts…”

“Breathe deeply Mina and relax your muscles. You must trust me, my love.” Once again his mouth closed over hers, helping her to will her body to relax. He felt her relax against his hand. He moved his fingers in and out of her slowly then, still rubbing her clit in circular motions. Her hands cupped his face as she kissed him. Her brow was burrowed, he knew she was still feeling some discomfort, but it was lessening for her. She began moving her hips with his rhythm. Feeling her wetness over his own fingers and gliding down her thighs, he felt she was ready enough.

As he continued to kiss her deeply, he grasped his erection and placed it at her entrance. She pulled away from the kiss when she felt him there. He loomed over her, bracing himself by his palms over her smaller form. His eyes were locked with her. Her hands were braced against his chest. The apprehension was there again, but the desire was also.

“Are you ready Mina?”

She nodded, swallowing hard.

He kissed her softly once more, “If the pain is too great. Tell me and I will stop.”

She nodded again, biting her lip. He grasped his erection once more and pushed the tip of himself inside of her. He was met with immediate resistance as she tightened around him. Her eyes were closed tight and she was holding her breath.

“You must breathe Mina. Open your eyes, love. Look into my eyes and see my love for you.”

Slowly her eyes opened and stared into the deep blue pools above her. Tears brimmed her eyes for she knew she could loose herself within them. She loved him so. She would endure any pain if it meant she would be with him. Her hands now cupped his face, “I am not afraid Haldir. Do not worry for me. I know the pain will be brief and I would suffer it gladly to feel you within me.”

Overcome with his own love, he kissed her once again, sheathing himself completely within her tight warmth. Her muffled cry when he breached her maidenhead caused him to pause only for a moment. He studied her face, her brow burrowed again from the pain he caused her. A few tears spilled over her cheeks and he kissed them away, speaking such words of love to her she thought her heart would burst.

He waited for her to speak to him. She smiled warmly at him, “It has passed, my love. All is well. Do not torture me longer, love me Haldir.”

Slowly he began to move his hips against her. He was thick and powerful within her. She never dreamed she would be filled like this. His strokes were long and slow. The pain she felt was now in her belly and it too was becoming only a dull ache. She wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling her against him. Her legs closed around him as she slowly began to move with him. Her breath was soft and warm against his neck, her gentle sighs making him want her even more. Her nipples were brushing against his chest and she arched her body into him.

He loved her slowly, tenderly, and thoroughly. Once again they made their promises to each other, pledging themselves to one another for all eternity. Mine…He whispered to her. Belong to me… He growled possessively in her ear. Say it…Mina…tell me…

Yours, my brave Captain…always I am yours…you complete me, my husband…I can never let you go…

The feel of his thick length throbbing within her and the sweet words he whispered to her brought her to her edge and beyond. Her body tightened around him. Her cries were becoming more urgent. Her body trembled underneath him. His thrusting quickened, causing sensual jolts of pleasure/pain through her body. He was grunting heavily above her. She watched him as his own release began to claim him. A wave of the most intense pleasure she had ever endured ripped violently through her body.

“Haldir…yes…yes…ahhhhhhhh…yes….don’t…st-stop…

Her tight warmth clung to his length. She felt the coil once again in her lower body, stars flashed before her eyes and she cried out again as another climax ripped through her. His mouth closed over hers, kissing her so demandingly, she could not breath. She shuddered underneath him. The intensity of the whole experience overwhelming her. Tears streamed down her cheeks. He finally pulled away and allowed her the air she needed. She watched him then, still moving within her.

She watched him in awe. Dear Eru he was magnificent roaring above her. His eyes were closed, his face contorted as if he were almost in pain. His thrusting was none to gentle now, but she did not care. At once, he cried out. Her name fell from his lips in a hoarse cry. She felt his hot seed spill deep within her as he emptied himself inside of her. He collapsed on top of her, crushing her underneath him. She held him tightly, as if she let go he would disappear from her arms. His body jerked once more and his breathing began to become controlled. He rested a moment a realized she was still smashed beneath him. He tried to roll, but she would not let him.

“I am crushing you Mina.”

“I do not mind. I want to feel you against me. I enjoy feeling helpless underneath you.”

He chuckled, “Mina you should not say such a thing. I might take it upon myself to take liberties with you.”

She squeezed him tighter, “I have told you that I trust you with my life. I of course would trust you with my body. When you lie on top of me like this…I feel safe…like I am yours and nothing could take me away.”

He allowed his body weight to completely cover her then. She grunted underneath him, but stubbornly held him against her.

He smiled, kissing her, “You are mine Mina. You are safe and nothing will ever harm you again.”

She nodded, sleep now threatening to engulf her. He took this opportunity to roll of her, with her in his arms. She huffed, but said nothing. It was then he noticed the tiny trickles of blood between her thighs. He frowned.

“Did I hurt you too badly, Mina? Forgive me. I was not a gentle as I should have been.”

“You were wonderful! The pain was bearable and I would gladly bear it again for you, my love. You were gentle and warm and loving and…I have never felt s complet my my life. I would change nothing Haldir. You made this perfect for me. I thank you for it.”

His hand stroked her brow, “It is I who should thank you for the gift you have given me.”

She laughed, “Come now Captain. I can not be the first innocent you have tumbled.”

“I was not referring to your innocence. Although that was a gift within itself. I meant I thank you for giving yourself to me. Tis the greatest gift I have ever received and will ever receive.”

She only smiled and snuggled herself against him. After a few moments, she spoke.

“Haldir?”

“Yes?”

“Must we wait long for a child?”

She felt his hand squeeze her abdomen gently as he spoke, “What makes you think we are waiting?”

Her eyes snapped open and she turned her head to regard him.

“What do you mean by that Haldir?”

He gave her an elegant shrug and a lazy grin, “What makes you think I mean anything by that Mina.”

“Haldir I…”

“Go to sleep Mina.”

“But I…”

“Hush! Do you ever do as you are told?”

Prologue

Several hundreds of years later…

Mina swayed slightly as she gripped the edge of the ship. Haldir noticed her greenish color and moved to steady her and he knew what was about to happen. Just as he expected, she leaned her head over the side and vomited for the 3rd time upon sailing westward.

Orophin and Anna looked on with sympathy. Haldir stroked Mina’s back until she calmed. She leaned back up and gave him a weak smile. He took her arm and led her to a bench to sit down, which was no easy task due to her very swollen belly. Twin boys were due at any moment. Mina had just began to drink a cup of water that her husband had handed her when her 4 sons came running toward her squealing with glee.

Haldir turned to see his two eldest sons following after their younger brothers. Haldir could not help but swell with pride as the two eldest boys approached. Both were war now now and served under their father faithfully.

Mina’s eldest son, who was named for his father stood before her now. “Come mother, when will you give us little sisters to play with and protect?” Mina grimaced as her four small sons danced and squealed loudly around her.

A cry from the youngest boy, Willem caught his father’s attention as the small elf boy was hanging half way over the side of the ship. Haldir groaned and moved to stop his son from falling.

Mina winced when she felt the kick of her two unborn sons letting her know they were nearly ready to be born. The second eldest son, whom she named for her brother laughed and plopped down beside his mother.

“Do not listen to him mother, we adore our brothers. Although, it would be nice to have little sisters.”

Mina cupped her son’s face, “Nay my sons. As much as I have desired a daughter of my own, tis not meant to be. I have had enough of childbirth. This will be my last birth.”

Haldir Sr retuned with little Willem thrown over his shoulder. Haldir scowled at his two eldest sons. “Do not pester your mother so! Can you not see she is in a delicate condition! Take your brothers and leave her in peace!”

Both sons grinned sheepishly and in turn kissed their mother on the cheek. Legolas scooped up Corinth and took Micah from his father. Haldir Jr took Evan and Isaac. At that moment, Anna’s daughter decided she was ready to break her fast and let both Anna and Orophnow now in a most shrill manner.

“Oh Meesha! Must you fuss so?” Anna chided the babe gently. Anna turned and took her babe toward her rooms to feed her. Orophin scooped his two young sons into his arms, who had been playing quietly beside the bench and followed Anna to their quarters.


Mina would birth her twins that evening. One boy and to her utter surprise and joy, one girl.

The rest of the journey West was uneventful for the remaining elves of Middle Earth. Haldir and Mina, with their eight children, Orophin and Anna with their four children, and Rumil and Camilla with their six children, (the brother’s had wagered on who would have the most children), had set sail with The Lord and Lady of the wood to finally head to their eternal homes of the Undying Lands.

Legolas had long since retuned with his wife and seven sons and had brought his dear friend Gimli with them. Thranduil was reunited with her beloved wife. Even Alcazar had found love with a Lorien elleth and had many sons.

Micah crossed over to be met by his beloved sister Bianca. Bianca brought before him the many elf maidens who had faded with grief and torment at the hands of Lea. Many embraced him and thanked him for peace he had provided their wronged souls.

Though Elrond grieved for the death of his only daughter Arwen, his sons and the reunion of his wife upon entering the lands comforted him.

And so it was the elves of Middle Earth left for the Undying Lands leaving the Middle Earth to the coming of the age of man. It would remain this way for several thousand years, until once again the elves were reborn to Middle Earth to once again restore it to its former beauty. But that is another story within itself.

Fini……