Laurelindo was sitting on the riverbank, playing an old battered harp that saw better days, concentrating so much on his music that a sound nearby startled him... And caused him to slide in the water, the young elf's first reflex being not to hold on to the dry land but to save his harp from falling in with him.
A laughing elf approached and offered him a hand to get out of the water.
"Hey, sorry, I didn't mean to startle you..."
Laurelindo didn't let him finish and grabbed his hand, pulling him into the water with him, careful not to let go of his hand as the current there was strong.
"You're forgiven. Nice to meet you. Chuckled Laurelindo, as the other elf was in turn getting a hold of the riverbank, spitting water and glaring at him.
-What was that for ?!
-Didn't you hear ? Sharing is caring ! Besides, the day's hot !" Smirked Laurelindo, helping the other to get out of the water.
"You are a pest ! Claimed the elf.
-Thank you, I try ! Smiled Laurelindo brightly, as if receiving a great compliment.... Making the other laugh slightly while getting rid of his drenched tunic.
-I am Tyulusse, son of Belegrist, and you are ? Apart from a pest ?
-Laurelindo. Unfortunate Hrávatan's son.
-Oh yes. The elf that almost burnt a forge ! Exclaimed Tyulussë in recognition with a clear laugh.
-... Was that story heard in all Eregion or am I just lucky ?
-My father works with yours sometimes.... And it possibly was heard in all forges in the area. By the way, your make up is ruined. Chuckled Tyulussë amused.
-I suppose it is. As are my robes. Noted Laurelindo washing his face from the make up in the river.
-Why even wear THAT in such a heat !
-Why not wear that ? It was good enough before 'someone' as good as threw me in the water.
-Ah ! You'd know it if I was to throw you in the water.
-What are you doing around here by the way ?
-Oh, you know... Sightseeing, taking a walk, admiring nature, gathering plant, avoiding the forge... And you ?
-Oh, you know... Admiring the landscape, studying music... avoiding the forge..."
Both young elves exchanged a look of understanding and started laughing.
