Cairistiona · 2 September 2008 · Chapter 1: Hope
I'm so glad to see you posting your stories here at last! It was fun to beta for you, but seeing the finished story posted is such a treat. This chapter is lovely on so many levels, but I have to say the interactions between the twins and Aragorn are my favorite moments. When they take him between them to go look at the horses at Imladris, my heart just melted. "Little Rider" is such a fitting endearment from Elrohir. The picture of the two mighty Elven warriors carrying on so over a small child is sweet. And Gilraen's sorrow and bravery come through very well. It is amazing the strength that can be found in motherhood, in knowing that the life of a little one lies solely (or nearly that) in your hands. I've told you before, but very nicely done!
Author's reply
Well thanks to your pushing and prodding, I got here in the end! I like to think that coming to Rivendell was a fairly easy transistion for Aragorn. He was only a toddler and can hardly have known his father so I don't think he would have found it too much of an ordeal. And yes, I love the idea that Elrond's sons took to him immediately. Thank you so much for the beta and I'm glad you enjoyed it.