I am glad to see she is alive, but how badly hurt is she? Most mysteriously, what was her dream about? Good suspense going of here.

Author's Response: Thanks! More will be coming soon... with answers and new problems in abundance...

I can imagine Faramir would have felt strongly to protect his brother's good name. I think this relates to real life also. It seems people don't have much to say until someone does something wrong and then it's talked about for weeks. It's unfortunate the positive is not looked at with the same attention. Good story.

Author's Response: thanks! it annoys me also that the good things go unnoticed, while the bad is always what gets the gossip. i think we need to celebrate the good more, as well! thanks again for the review!

You have managed to put much expression into so few words. Very good drabble.

Author's Response: Ah! Thank you so much. I follow your writing and think it very good. It means so much when someone I admire says a kind word.

I am thoroughly enjoying this story. I am in love with your portrayal of Legolas. He is wild and unpredictable. It is a side of him I have not seen before and it makes perfect sense. I am so glad you decided to continue with your story and cannot wait to read more. You are a wonderful writer and I am hooked.

Author's Response: Thank you L8Bleumr -that view of Legolas comes from his irritating cheerfulness on Caradhras, and then he stops singing at Nimrodel and cannot translate the lament for Gandalf from sorrow, and then is so light hearted at other times. He changes quickly and of course Tolkien himself has Gandalf say the Mirkwood elves are 'more dangerous and less wise' than the Noldor Rivendell elves. As you say, it makes perfect sense!! You are very kind to say such nice things and I am flattered that another writer whose work I like, thinks so too.Just for you then. Next chapter.

The end of this chapter left me heartbroken. Eomer has tried to leave it as it is but he is too deeply involve with his heart. I loved that Gimli was the one to intervene and how the fellowship gathered around Legolas to comfort him. Still, I am sad that Eomer got pushed aside once again. Every emotion, every description, every mental scene came across in true living color for me. It is not often that I read something that stays with me as if I just stepped from a movie theater. Your story is one of those rarities that has moved me with every chapter. Awesome!!!

Author's Response: Ah, Legolas is in shock but he is a very gentle soul and never forgets his lovers. Wait and see. Proise to update this weekend if I can.

I love the way you describe the turmoil Aragorn is experiencing over the palantir and taking the Paths of the Dead. And also, Elrohir's reaction to Legolas. It seems only natural that he might be apprehensive about a Wood elf. I am curious to see where this leads. Will they have a confrontation? Will he see that Legolas is indeed a true friend and not the savage that he surely has been led to believe the silvan elves to be? I hope he brings word of Mirkwood which might ease Legolas' worried mind. Very interesting chapter. Leaves me wanting more as always.

Author's Response: I am so glad you picked up on that. Elrohir is very complex in this. There is only one chapter left in this and Elrohir remains suspicious I'm afraid. I have always felt that Tolkien neglected Legolas and Gimli rather- and when the Grey Company arrives, surely they would have had some news? So I wanted to highlight the sacrifice they both make to stay with Aragorn- there is only one small bit in the book where they even mention this but it hints at vast unspoken emotions. But you are spot on at identifying Elrohir as a key character in this- I spent some time refining his part in this chapter.

First of all, love the way Elrohir fishes for information about Legolas and his intentions to follow Aragorn, and then Merry speaking up and defending him was most precious. But the best part by far was the exchange between Legolas and Gimli, the promise to revisit certain places, insuring their undying friendship. The other thing you touch upon that was never given much thought is Legolas' realization of what it is like to live a mortal life. We only ever think of Arwen and her choice. But for Legolas to struggle over the choice to heed Gladriel's words or honor an oath to Aragorn had to have been a very tough thing to swallow. I believe his choice was set from the moment the fellowship left Rivendell. He would follow Aragorn regardless. But to have glanced into his future would of course make him feel as though his days were numbered, hence making him closer to mortal men then elves once he heard the gulls call. This is by far the best, most honest depiction of not only Legolas but all the characters you have portrayed. I hope you will continue with writing more stories for I enjoy your work immensely. Your talent is truly a gift and thank you for sharing it. Always a fan, Moe.

Author's Response: As always, you pick up on all those little signals for the future! But I am so glad you picked up on Gimli and Legolas too- that is the most important and constant thing in Legolas' life right now with all the uncertainty. You are right of course, he is destined the moment he sets out from Rivendell, from Mirkwood almost- he cannot turn back, not in his character. You say such nice things, thank you. A new story up next week, just for you and Ladyjane and Melusine.

My, what this poor girl has been through. It's like an episode of 'I Shouldn't Be Alive'.(don't know where you're from or if you watch Discovery Channel) I am hoping she finds food, shelter and medicine soon. What an awful thing to have to go through. I am anxious to see who she will happen upon during her journey.

Author's Response: yes, i watch discovery channel, alot of it actually lol. As to who she happens upon... it's a suprise! i read your story "Guardian of the Light" i love it so far.

You have managed to portray Gimli's thoughts wonderfully. It is as if I am eavesdropping on his mind. Very good.

Author's Response: Thank you very much =) It was a challenging piece to write, I'm glad you think that I did it well.

Even being a prisoner cannot break his spirit. Very nice piece.

Author's Response: Thank you for your review, and for your enthusiastic support. I’ve enjoyed chatting with you. You are as fine a person as you are writer!