 | It has been many days since last I wrote in this. So much has happened. So much still remains to be done. I recieved summons, while in Imladris, from Haldir of Lórien. He called to me, hinting at the presence of outsiders from the Mines of Moria. Outsiders are not welcome, and could be removed from the land; so I hurried as best I could, back home. Many days. Many, many days it took. But I arrived, at Talain Brethil, and rested for a spell. But it was too short; and I was called to Echad Andestel. There, I travelled to Nandurhurion, to the gates of Durin. There, as luck would have it; was Lindeman. Captain, whom I have had the pleasure of serving with before. Lindeman set out, many months ago. I had to abandon him, for my duties. I did not wish to, but my personal feelings come last compared to the homeland. Lindeman spoke of pleasantries, being here; but also spoke with ignorace. He did not know of the danger, even at the mere camp he was dwelling at. Orcs were so close, and there was even the danger of the Elves, to take into account. It would not be the first time a Human has been felled, or known the sting of our arrows. I recalled giving Lindeman my word; that he would have leave to speak with The Lady. She also, has agreed to speak with him (she spoke of his arrival in the first, which is why I joined his cause); but as our laws dictate; he must prove himself, and his company, to us. Luckily, there are a few tasks, to which he may work. Something is amiss. I sit here, on Talan Brethil; reminiscing. My contingent came to mind, and the warriors we have still. Yet one name stuck firm. Once afore, have I met her; but...I am unsure. Could it be? Malainel left a sorrow that took so long to heal. Yet, we were not husband and wife. We were no longer bound to one another, when she passed. Free to live and love again. But can I be ready? Can I love another, like I did her? Or more? It is so confusing, and my heart aches. I--maybe, The Lady will know. I will speak with Lady Galadriel, and ask leave to use her mirror. Few times, afore, has it been used to sort ailments. Hopefully, it will give me insight to what I should do. Love...it blinds us, yet it is bliss. |
