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| Immortal Friends by jenolas | 1 Review(s) |
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| Dot | Reviewed Chapter: 34 on 1/25/2004 |
| Ah, such a beautiful image of Legolas gently welcoming Eldarion into the world. “I am impressed with how unafraid you are of my son, that you know he is not as fragile as he appears.” LOL! I’m guessing Aragorn is finding himself at a bit of a loss as to how to treat a newborn child – I can just imagine him as an adoring but overly fussy father! I’m so glad Thranduil decided to travel with Tathar and Legolas, although I suspect that in part he was probably afraid his son wouldn’t return and wanted a chance to say his farewell. I love the way you wind your other stories into this – Legolas’ attachment to Eldarion and the eventful trip to Imladris, the building of the ship and, of course, the appearances of Gwael. It’s such a lovely idea that Legolas and Aragorn decided to spend their last day together away from others and say goodbye in private. “Your calm acceptance eases my own fears, Legolas”. Don’t you think it’s really interesting that Legolas would never even consider asking Aragorn to hold on a bit longer even though he himself had to stay because his friends didn’t want to let him go? Maybe he just realises the agony of going against what his spirit is telling him and would never ask it of anyone. It’s good to see some joy in Legolas again at the end – he knows he will find peace and must feel such relief at the thought that he won’t be leaving Gimli behind. Author Reply: Dot, you have no idea how encouraging it is for me that you understand exactly the nuances I am trying to achieve with my characters and that you see them as I do. I am even more delighted that you tell me what you see, thank you. Legolas is indeed selfless when saying goodbye to Aragron, but he is also well aware that the Dunedan would one day accept Iluvatar's gift. And yes, I am sure Legolas was overjoyed that he would have Gimli for company as he sailed. | |