GoldenFlower
· 21 September 2008
· Chapter 25: Repercussions
You know, last night I had this dream about there being a new chapter up. SO i got up this morning, logged on to my email, saw the alert, and was ( understandably) freakishly happy. LOL. This is considerably better than what I had imagined was going to happen.
Wonderful chapter, loved the AngryNamo... Not that I would want to be, you know, in the same galaxy as him whn he's like that, but whatever. As I just said...er, typed, loved the chapter and, as usual, can't wait for more. :D.
~GF
Author's reply
Thanks GF... I'm glad your dream came true *lol* and that you really liked this chapter. I'm with you... I really would not want to be in the same galaxy as Námo when he is not a happy camper. Thanks for reviewing. I really appreciate it.
Kaylee
· 21 September 2008
· Chapter 25: Repercussions
Lisselinde and Olorin are *definitely* doomed, meldonya!!! *shudder* I wonder where they're hiding? Particularly Lisselinde...
~Kaylee!!
Author's reply
Not sure if they're doomed, but they are in a heap of trouble. We'll see soon what the outcome it all this is.
6336
· 21 September 2008
· Chapter 25: Repercussions
Oh, oh, now what's going on? Something tells me that Lissilinde is not the sweet, innocent little Maia she appears to be and I am surprised that Olorin is going along with her, or is he just keeping track of her? Plots within plots, hm?
Linderelle's reaction seems to be a little extreme, but she is young, and nearly fading like she did has made her emotionally vulnerable, plus she seems to have a crush on Finrod, Ah, puppy love!
Let's hope Glorfindel and Celephern can get over their differances and become friends.
I think I would be running for cover, with Namo on the warpath, not a Vala I would want to cross!
More please,
Lynda
Author's reply
I think we will find that Lisselindë is more misguided than anything and not very savvy about the Children, nor understanding how they think. She has misinterpreted motives and has acted accordingly. As for Olórin's role in all this.... that will be shown as well.
As Irmo states, Lindorillë's reaction is understandable given the recent situation with her. She is reading the letter as a personal rejection of her by Finrod rather than seeing it for what it truly is... a commendation on how pleased Finrod is with all of their progress.
harrowcat
· 21 September 2008
· Chapter 25: Repercussions
Ooh I wouldn't want to be in Lisselinde's shoes! (? Does she even wear shoes?)
Sounds like that one puch was the start of the fight of the age! Poor trees!
Author's reply
Not sure if any of the Maiar wears shoes. *lol* At any rate, things are not looking well for Lisselindë or the two elves. We'll see what happens to everyone soon enough, though.
artistic sprite
· 21 September 2008
· Chapter 25: Repercussions
Olorin always seem to be a good guy, not really expecting that he helped in the incident. Shocking revelation!
Author's reply
We will learn more about Olórin's motives in all this in subsequent chapters. He is still a 'good guy', never fear.
Kitty
· 21 September 2008
· Chapter 25: Repercussions
Ouch. Was only to be expected that Glorfindel and Finrod ended up fighting, I guess, but that even the Warrior Maiar weren't able to separate them and Námo and Irmo had to take action ... they are really suffering more than was obvious from their earlier experience in the tenth dimension.
Wow, these two certainly did make a good job of destroying the grove! *shakes head* That destruction sounds really bad.
*raises brow* Lisselindë was it who interrupted Finrod when he was about to destroy the letter? And then made Lindorillë find it? That's interesting. Only I doubt Námo will be pleased with her for causing this mess in the first place - for under these circumstances, I think Lisselindë is to blame entirely for all that. And I get the distinct feeling that Námo's thinking along the same lines. That now the other Maiar are set to search for her and Olórin doesn't bode well for them. It would better for them *not* to hide ...
Now you have me really worried what will happen - and if Lórien will survive this events unscathed ;-(
Author's reply
Finrod and Glorfindel are very powerful elves considering whom they went against in their final battles. And their recent experiences have not helped.
I don't think any of the Valar are going to be pleased with Lisselindë when they catch up with her. *grin* We will see what happens to her and to Lórien soon enough.
Thanks for reviewing, Kitty. I really appreciate it.
Nieriel Raina
· 20 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
RL has been incredibly cruel lately so I am way behind reading and reviewing every where. Finally caught up here though and am so glad I did! Have I mentioned I love this story? :) But what a cliffie! I wants to know what was in the letter, but I guesses I shall have to wait.
Great couple of chapters! Bring on more.
Author's reply
Well I'm glad you were able to catch up. *grin* And I'm glad you're still liking the story. Chapters may be a bit sporadic over the next few weeks while I'm busy attending a teacher training course in Prague but I will post as often as I can and the Muse (and my schedule) permits. I'll be back on a regular posting schedule in November.
Rhyselle
· 16 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
I come back from a hurricane enforced absence to find all sorts of upset in Lorien! Gracious!
Mischief making Maiar... A lot of the mischief we've seen so far has been light-hearted and intended for positive outcomes; but mischief can also be for negative purposes and outcomes as well. As the chapter unfolded, I remembered Glorfindel's comment about the Maiar being as mischievous as elflings. Nice bit of foreshadowing here.
I know that everyone is wondering why Glorfi changed his mind and came to Lorien, but I'm just as intrigued by Ingwion's sticking around too. I think it will be interesting to see why he's been inspired to delay his trip to Nienna's seaside home.
"Let us hope Lórien is still intact when it does." *Shiver* Is Ingwion having a bit of foresight here?
Glorfindel's encounter with Irmo was ... interesting. I admit to being very curious about what sort of things he got up to during his time in Lorien before he went through the Gates of Reunion. I like the little snippets that are showing up here and there as the story progresses.
The up and down of Glorfi's emotions in this scene was interesting. He reminds me of my own teenage daughter in a way--wanting to be self-reliant and not to feel as if those in authority over her are directing her actions, yet she wants the security of having parental authority in place when things get to be too much. I don't think I'm expressing myself very well here... but I liked this scene. Irmo's admitting that he rather wishes Glorfindel had not come to Lorien made be grin a bit self-consciously, because I've felt like that when my daughter has drawn me into situations that appear as if they could lead to mayhem of one sort or another.
I very much liked the last two lines of that section. :) I most certainly would hope the elflings would be very much changed from what their parents had made them by the time they got home again.
Lisselinde's actions bother me a lot. There's obviously something behind her action of inspiring Lindorille to clean up the desk--and her attitude seems a bit off from when we saw her last. Upon reading about her desire to prove that Finderato "was not as clever as he thought he was", my first thought was, "what is her beef with Finrod? Is she jealous?" And then I saw that Olorin agreed with her opinion and got really confused! There seems to be a lot of behavior that is unusual in many of the characters this chapter!
Poor Lindorille... Whatever was in that letter really must have been awful to set her off in tears.
The interaction between Finrod and Olorin and Lisselinde was intriguing, yet confusing to me. I still feel like I'm missing something in regards to why on Arda the Maia are responding to Finrod the way they are.
I know that we haven't seen everything that Finrod has been doing as a Feanturnildo (And I probably misspelled that!). I certainly hope that your muse will reveal the "missing bits" so this makes sense soon!
The final section was something else...
Finrod seems to be acting quite out of character from the noble, thoughtful prince that we've become familiar with since he found out about Lindorille reading that letter. He definitely has something to explain, and I look forward to finding out just what was in that letter--it certainly sounds as if it were one of those letters or emails that one writes to get one's feelings out but then tears up or deletes. He obviously missed that last step!
*wince* Poor Glorfindel.... but from the translation, those were "fighting words". I sincerely hope that this gets sorted out quickly and the friends can forgive each other--and most of all, I hope that Lindorille will not suffer long term bad effects from all this. The elfling has been through too much and doesn't deserve more trauma.
I'm looking forward to seeing what comes next... I know, I just need to be patient and your muse will speak eventually. :)
It was really nice to have a new chapter to read when the power came back on. Thanks!
Author's reply
I think you're making up for lost time with this review. *grin*
The confusion as to how the characters are acting, feeling that they are acting out of character, is only because you are seeing this from the outside rather than from the inside. As you pointed out, we haven't seen everything that has been happening to Finrod or the others so we are only seeing things from a certain angle. I promise that things will become clearer in subsequent chapters.
Just keep in mind that both Finrod and Glorfindel are still recovering from their ordeal (if you want to call it that) in the tenth dimension and everything that followed from that. It's been less than two weeks for them and they are still emotionally fragile and perhaps even unstable, though neither one of them would admit to it. So, even the slightest upset can cause them to over-react to situations.
Lisselindë is obviously interfering with things and she will learn just what the consequences of that will entail. Olórin agrees with her assessment of Finrod, but not with her method of bringing him down a necessary peg. After all, he is not really their concern and it's up to others (such as Irmo and/or Námo as his masters) to do it. Lisselindë has crossed a line she shouldn't have out of concern for Lindorillë and the other elflings.
The ramifications of all this wlll be worked out over the next few chapters... and perhaps we will learn just why Ingwion is delaying his own journey to Nienna's, other than to sit back and enjoy the 'floorshow'. *grin*
Thanks for such a lovely long review. I'm glad you're back and all is well with your family.
artistic sprite
· 16 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Yay, another chappy! Although this one's a little depressing, what is the letter about anyway?
Author's reply
We'll find out soon enough.
Tari
· 15 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
As I began reading, I was reminded of the Potter moulding the clay.
I'm now wondering what was in the letter that so engraged Glofindel that Finrod had to punch him. I think Glorfindel needs to attend an anger management class.
"grin"
Tari
Author's reply
They both could use some anger management classes I think *lol*
harrowcat
· 15 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Oooh cliffie - warning needed! Excessive reactions all round. Some of which may be justified. We wait to see!
Author's reply
If I posted a warning, there would be no surprise. lol As to whether any of the reactions are justified, that remains to be seen.
Radbooks
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Wow! What are you doing to those poor children now? :) I'm trying to remember if Lisselindë was in Wars of the Valar or not, but goodness she's awfully... arrogant and I have a feeling that she is going to severely regret the events she has put in motion. I also suspect that her lords will be having some talks with her.
I can't imagine what was on that letter, though perhaps it had something to do with him leaving Lorien or sending the children away, since that might provoke a response like that from Lindorillë. I hope Glorfindel isn't too badly hurt... or too mad!! :) I was thinking he was there to be with the children and to continue his 'training' for when he is with Elladan, Elrohir, and Arwen someday. *grin*
I'm looking forward to the next chapter!!
Author's reply
All the Maiar mentioned in any of my stories were present in Eä from the very beginning so they all are in my story "Wars of the Valar" even if they do not have a specific speaking role (as yet). Whenever I create a new Maia OC I add their name to the Character List in Wars under the name of the Valar whom they serve.
We will learn what was in the letter soon enough as well as learn Glorfindel's ultimate reason(s) for being in Lórien... he might have been there for more than one purpose, of which additional 'training' in dealing with elflings might just be one of them. *grin*
eiluj
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Oh, my! So is *that* why Glorfindel's in Lórien?
'"Now, Glorfindel, you mustn’t take it so personally.... We find all of you amusing"' -- (warning: long story). When I was first hired, I was trained by a librarian named Alice; after a couple of years, we were doing different types of work in different districts, and I rarely saw her, and then only to say hello. Twenty-some years after she'd trained me, we were in a group waiting around in the hot sun for the Mayor to show up so a new library could be dedicated -- and I was just overwhelmed by how very *Alice* she was. She thought I was laughing at her, but I was simply enjoying how much *herself* she was (though an hour earlier I couldn't have described her in any detail!). I don't think Alice understood my attempt to explain why I'd laughed 8-/ . But I know what Irmo's talking about.
'Lisselindë sniffed in disdain when she heard about it' -- Little does she know what she's begun. I'm not happy with her later smugness.
'"I only hope that in the end Lórien is still standing"' -- Yeah, maybe it's a good thing Glorfindel was there.
Loved Ninwanyellë's blue-green hair!
Author's reply
I think the Valar find the Eldar amusing in the same way as you found Alice to be amusing, simply because they are themselves. Lisselindë will, as they say, 'live to regret' what she did. Of course, I don't think that Glorfindel's reason for being in Lórien was to be punched out by Finrod. *grin* His real purpose will eventually be revealed. Glad you liked Ninwanyellë's blue-green hair... probably why she was given that name.
6336
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Finda, Finda, Finda what were you thinking? Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today, or in your case what you should have done right away! (Shakes head!!)
What Glorfindel said, with knobs on!
Hope you did not hurt your hand too much on Glordindel!:<)
Looks like Elrond is not the only person who needs to attend classes on Elfling raising 101!
More please,
Lynda
Author's reply
Well, it was hardly Finrod's fault. If he hadn't been called away when he was, he probably would've destroyed the letter then and there.... and of course, now the question is: did Lisselindë also have anything to do with removing Finrod from the scene so Lindorillë could find the letter? hmmm.... we'll find out eventually.
Hel
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
I hope you tell us what was in that letter that everyone reacts so strongly. And why would Lisselindë want the elfling to find the letter, no matter the consequences. And I think Olorin is right abaut Lisselindë starting something dire, but hopefully the image of Lorien going up in flames is exagerated.
And why was Glorindel so testy even before the incident? He was angry since he arrived in Lorien. And the same applies to Finrod. Normally he has more self-restraint than hitting people he is angry at, exspecially someone as close to him as Glorfindel.
Please, please update soon.
Author's reply
All will be revealed shortly, never fear. Both Glorfindel and Finrod are still recovering from their ordeal in the tenth dimension even if they don't realize it and Lisselindë's little ploy has pushed them over the edge a bit. It's not what she intended but when interfering with free will.... anything can happen.
Nikara
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
This is definitely going to go well :) What on Earth did Finrod write? I'm sure that will be revealed in time, but that is quite a reaction. I'm surprised that Finrod is the one hitting Glorfindel- that must have been quite an insult! I look forward to more.
Author's reply
We will learn shortly what was in the letter and why both Lindorillë and Glorfindel were upset by it. As for the insult... the Friend of Men being compared to traitors and betrayers of trust... not something you would laugh off, is it?
Kaylee
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
What happened??????? Meldonya, what happened??? Oh...this is terrible! What did Finda write in that letter, what??? :( *cries* Poor Finda and Glorfi fighting now, and Lindorille's upset and we don't know why, and...oh, what happened? *panicking*
~Kaylee!!!!!
*very worried*
Author's reply
We'll learn in the next chapter what all the fuss is about... it's probably not as bad as it looks (though one never knows with those two *grin*). So keep calm....
Agape4Gondor
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Yikes!
Well, I guess Lorien has now been turned upside down.... great chapter, fun to read, but I'm very concerned... Good grief, I hope they don't end up on the 'other' side again!
Larner
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Now, THAT reaction from Glorfindel seems quite strong indeed, as, of course, is the fist to the head! Poor Finrod certainly can't have deserved that! And the one Maia thought to perhaps have the child find it and face him down over it, and now all are gone so that Glorfindel can--remonstrate--with his brother?
Ooooookkkkkkaaaaaayyyyy.....
Poor Finrod--and not given a chance to explain. Now in the morning all will see the bruise and/or black eye, and will hopefully realize it was supposedly well earned, or I must myself suppose?
Author's reply
The two of them are still somewhat emotionally fragile from their previous experiences even if they don't realize it so both are probably over-reacting to the situation more than they normally would. We will see in the next chapter what comes of it.
GoldenFlower
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
Seems our Gloryfiddles is getting angsty. And Finrod is acting..Funny... And why how could you be so evil as to leave us with a dreaded cliffie-ish-thing!?
Loved this chapter, especially that little bit of Sindarin at the end. Must find ause for that somewhere... XD
Can't wait for more as usual!
~GF
Author's reply
Thanks, Goldenflower. I'm glad you liked this chapter, especially the Sindarin. If you do find a use for it just be careful to whom you say it. *grin*
Kitty
· 14 September 2008
· Chapter 24: Misunderstandings
*sigh* I knew the peace wouldn't last long. But this time it seems not Glorfindel, but Finrod is to blame. What on earth was this letter about? Has it something to do with her parents being friends with certain nasty elves? Yes, yes, I know - you'll not tell me anyway, and I have to wonder and thinking up more explanations at least for the next week ... :-(
But it seems to be truly bad, considering Glorfindel yelling at Finrod and Finrod knocking him out in turn.
Hmmm ... I'm with Olórin here. I am not sure it was wise what Lisselindë started here, even if I can't overlook what's happening at the moment. But to have Lindorill¨ so upset, not to mention Finrod and Glorfindel ... no. Not good. Not at all.
Author's reply
As to the contents of the letter, we will learn that in the next chapter. And Lisselindë will no doubt be regretting many things before all this is over with.
Well, it was certainly nice to sit back and read a chapter and just be mellow... glad the elflings are well and seeming to be ready to forge ahead... personally, I'm glad they're not going away!
Author's reply
It is a mellow chapter, isn't it? Glad you enjoyed it. And I'm glad the elflings aren't going away either... though Finrod might have second thoughts after a bit. *grin*
Lindorillë has had a rough time of it. Experience has enable the others to show her the compasson she needs right now. Finrod's solution as to what her job will be is excellent. She should recover completely, but will she become a "puppy dog" as far as Finrod is concerned, wanting to follow him everwhere.
Tari
Author's reply
Yes, she has had a rough time of it, but hopefully things will be better for her now. As to how clingy she will prove to be, we'll have to see.
I'm not sure if 'cute' has anything to do with it, but certainly Finrod is being very careful with her; she's still emotionally fragile and obviously needs to be in his presence to feel secure. We'll see what comes of it.
I don't really understand why Lindorille faded in the first place. She doesn't even know Finrod that well, although I can certainly understand her being upset at what happened at the tournament.
Author's reply
I don't think she was actually fading, I'm not even sure she understood what she was doing, only that she had formed an attachment to Finrod that was deeper than any of them had suspected and when it appeared (to her) that he wasn't coming back she simply gave up. The shock of what happened at the tournament probably contributed to her sense of despair. Depression is a tricky thing and the course of it cannot always be predicted.