Feelings of Guilt

Before I knew it, we had left the city of Edoras and the great Hall of Meduseld had become only a spot from the distance. The wind buffeted against my face as Merry’s words lingered in my mind. I had finally realized the magnitude of what I had done and was overcome with regret.

Will I ever see Merry again? Tears stung my eyes but I dared not sob out loud.

However, Gandalf sensed my despair and whispered comfortingly to me, “Silly Took, you are forgiven. But do not be sorrowful…my heart tells me that you will see Merry again.”