Lily Baggins
· 21 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
This was an awesome chapter---so heartfelt and touching.
I've been there---that is, not in Middle-earth waiting for my Chieftain to recover, but sitting with a family member or friend and worried about the health or future of a loved one. It's tough---in fact, the toughest thing a person can go through. Blame, guilt, depression, anxiety---you've caught them all here with Halbarad and Denlad. But those two also show how having the support of others in such a situation is priceless.
I adore Ferdinand! Wow, what a shrewd hobbit. He may be a Took, but he reminds me more of Merry with his way of figuring things out. He's adorable, in any case, and indisputably one of the best people they could have there to help with Aragorn. I think they should make him an honorary ranger, yes I do...
Eee, looking forward to the next chapter!
Author's reply
Thanks so much, Lily! It's always encouraging to hear a reader equate to real life the emotions and thoughts I have the characters going through. It's those universal feelings that I do try to tap into when I write, to make the characters easy to relate to and as real as they can possibly be. And yes, I do think there's probably a bit of Brandybuck in Ferdinand... there's times when I've thought he seemed a lot like Merry, too! But then there've been times when I thought Merry seemed an awful lot like what Bullroarer Took might have been like. I think there must be a lot of shared characteristics between those two great families. :) I'm glad you like Ferdinand. And glad you're looking forward to the next chapter!
Thanks for the review!
Raksha The Demon
· 20 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Some thoughts on the anonymous review -
"Strider tells me that Ilúvatar loves us... but sometimes..."
I am not sure that Strider would have mentioned Iluvatar in this context. None of the LOTR characters ever pray to Iluvatar, much less discuss his care for the people of Arda. I believe that Tolkien mentioned in Letters that his characters did not call on the Valar much or have organized religion in the way we do now. (there is only one instance where the Valar are called on; and it is an Ithilien Ranger's cry to turn the Mumak aside, in The Two Towers). That being said, I would not restrain a fanfiction writer from incorporating his/her own religious beliefs into a story.
The issue of the presence of Nazgul in the North in the years preceding the Ring War is a rather convoluted one:
In Appendix B of ROTK, it says that Sauron sends thre of the Nazgul to reoccupy Dol Guldur - in 2951, the same year that Aragorn learns his true name and goes out into the Wild.
Aragorn himself implies, in FOTR, that he has met the Nazgul, when he tells Frodo that they are terrible!. He speaks of their ways as if he has had at least one personal encounter with the Wraiths.
In FOTR, when Gandalf describes his encounter with Radagast in the summer of 3018, he mentions the Nine as a single force, but never says that a few Wraiths had already been living in Dol Guldur, or that they had not. He could have been thinking of the Nine as the Wraiths in full force again, the Dol Guldur Wraiths rejoined the larger group from Minas Morgul, who crossed the Anduin in June 3018.
In Unfinished Tales, specifically The Hunt For The Ring, it is specified that before the Wraiths fought Boromir's forces and won half of Osgiliath in June 3018, The Chieftain of the Ringwraiths dwelt in Minas Morgul with six companions, while the second to the Chief, Khamul the Shadow of the East, abode in Dol Guldur with one other as his messenger. It is also specified that the seven Wraiths from Minas Morgul meet up with their two pals from Dol Guldur around July 22 in the Field of Celebrant. A discrepancy is acknowledged, in the notes, as far as the number of Wraiths occupying Dol Guldur before June 3018; since the ROTK Appendix says three Wraiths and this version says two.
So there is plenty of canon and other evidence that there were at least two Ringwraiths quartered in Dol Guldur from Aragorn's youth through June 3018. There is also the evidence that Aragorn has encountered at least one of them before he meets the hobbits in Bree.
There is Canon and then there is Canon, and some of it is cut-and-dried and some of it is fluid, and some is a bit contradictory - giving all the more opportunity to fanfiction writers.
A good chapter - I loved how smart Ferdinand is, figuring out Aragorn's importance and hidden rank from Denlad's conversation.
Author's reply
Thank you, Raksha, for the reasoned review. While I don't exactly have in my story that Aragorn or his men actively pray to Iluvatar, I do think that Aragorn, not least because he is a descendant of the Faithful who escaped Numenor's destruction, would believe that Iluvatar nonetheless loves them, which is different than praying to him... it's merely a held belief, and one that I think Aragorn would indeed hold and mention to his men occasionally. They are, after all, Children of Iluvatar. I also think in times of duress the Men of the West (either of Gondor or the North) might call out to the Valar as that Ranger did in Ithilien... either in expectation of help or if only out of a wish that the Valar would hear and answer, as I have Denlad doing after hearing Halbarad's despair. As for organized religion... no, nothing like going to church on Sundays and following the Book of Common Prayer, but there were no doubt rituals that bound them together, the Standing Silence being the on that most easily comes to mind.
The fluidity of canon is definitely what makes fanfiction such a fun endeavor... it's those statements like "the characters did not call on the Valar 'much'" that give each of us the wiggle room we need to make our own interpretations. I think it goes against the spirit of such interpretive creativity to be rigidly adamant that every jot and tittle of canon be followed. That's as far as I'll go in my own thoughts about that anonymous review.
I thank you for your supportive statements, and gee, glad too that you liked the chapter! :)
Larner
· 20 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Yes, they have to keep hold of that hope! A wonderful moment!
Author's reply
Thank you, Larner! It's a hard thing for them, but somehow they manage, by helping each other when hope fails.
Linda Hoyland
· 20 November 2009
· Chapter 3: Broken Baggage
Aragorn should have known better that to eat a lot when feverish! I love Ferdinand,though he would drive me crazy to be with! A great cliffhanger ending!
Author's reply
Thank you, Linda! Yes, uncomfortable lesson in not eating when you're still in a lot of pain (I based that on an unfortunate personal post-surgical experience... 'nuf said). No fever at this point for Aragorn, fortunately, or he would have really been a mess. And I'm with you... Ferdinand's wonderful, but yes, I'm afraid I'd be gritting my teeth after a very short while! LOL
Thanks for the review!
Dreamflower
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Ferdinand is one shrewd hobbit! He's a Took and well-educated, not to mention his relationship and acquaintance with Bilbo! I love his conversation with Denlad-- Denlad had to keep sharp to keep ahead of a Took! And even so, Ferdinand, of course, guessed a lot-- and came very close to the mark.
I'm glad too, that Denlad could help Halbarad.
Author's reply
Thanks, Dreamflower! I'm glad you liked the conversation and especially Ferdinand's end of it. I do see him as an educated hobbit, both in formal ways and in just the fact that he has a sharp mind and has lived life beyond the fullest up to this point. Yes, he's definitely a Took!
Thanks for the review!
Calenlass Greenleaf
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Ferdinand is too smart. Definitely a Took. *grin*
I liked the conversations in this--the way you wrote it made it all seem so natural. Really enjoyed this chapter. :)
Good luck with NaNo, BTW!
~Cal
Author's reply
Thanks, Cal... I'm glad you enjoyed the quieter nature of this chapter. Lots of things for everyone to be talking over, definitely.
And thanks re: NaNo! I'm getting there. :)
inzilbeth
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Poor Halbarad has really been through the mill here, hasn't he? Nearly losing his chieftain for a second time won't be something he'll get over in a hurry. Thankfully he has the wise and sympathetic Denlad in whom he can confide his fears. Ferdinand is proving a very inquisitive hobbit but Denlad did an excellent job of deflecting him, as did you, my dear!
Author's reply
Thanks, Inzilbeth... yes, Halbarad really has been put through the ringer and now it was his turn for a little bit of encouragement. I think he and Denlad likely shared more confidences like that as time went on and Denlad grew in experience and wisdom. I don't know that Denlad ever became Halbarad's equal (and definitely not in his own sight) but I think he was very likely highly esteemed in the eyes of the Rangers. Now if only he can learn to deflect hobbits without saying *quite* so much!
Thanks for the review!
Minerva Organa
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
"You came. And you listened. That is your gift."
And why I love Denlad so very very much XD.
This was gorgeous, Cairistiona! The moments between Halbarad and Denlad especially...their position is so precarious that faith was really all that they had to hold on to, but crimany, it sure must have seemed sometimes like the Valar were not there at all. And that conversation between Halbarad and Denlad captures that perfectly.
Author's reply
Thanks, Minerva! I'm so glad you liked the conversation between Denlad and Halbarad. I can't really imagine being in their shoes, with the weight of Arda's future on their shoulders like it rests on no others. It had to have felt so lonely and hopeless. I'm glad you felt that the conversation captured that.
Thanks for the review!
Estelcontar
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
That was a most touching and poignant chapter indeed. I liked that fact that you let us have a glimpse of Halbarad at one of his fragile moments. It made him very human to see his fear for Aragorn's safety, and how he tries to hide it from Aragorn, from himself, and from the other Dúnedain. It was good to to see how Denlad was there to help him. I do believe that what made the Dúnedain of Arnor able to bear the hard lives they had to lead was the sense of comradship that bound them together. That's what you show us in this chapter.
I see your irrepressible Ferdinand is also a great detective. Denlad was no match for him, was he?
It was a nice touch to show that the death of the girl in At Hope's Edge that still disturbs Aragorn. It's very characteristic of the man that this should affect him more profoundly than his encounter with the Nazgûl did.
Author's reply
Thanks, Estelcontar! I agree so very much that it had to have been the comradeship between the Dunedain that often helped them overcome the despair that was sure to fall on them all at one time or another. Halbarad in my stories is usually so strong, it was good to have a chance to show that he too has his fragile moments, because to mind he has them aplenty... he just doesn't usually let his guard down for fear of lowering the morale of those around him.
And yes, poor Denlad was bowled over almost completely by Ferdinand, poor guy. *g*
In my "universe", I think Aragorn likely won't ever completely get over not saving that little girl... to have had an opportunity to save someone and then missed the mark is a very hard thing to come to terms with. The sorrow of it never goes away completely, even though it does fade with time.
Thanks for the review!
Elflingimp
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Ah! That was such a peaceful ending, I however got really tense when they both went away from Aragorn and left him alone with the hobbit, I think I'm a little gunshy here LOL! Hugs The Imp
Author's reply
Thank you, Imp! It was a little chancy, leaving Aragorn behind like that, but I think Denlad was desperate for help lest that pesky hobbit pry every last secret from him. :) They weren't far away, though, I don't think. Definitely still within earshot.
Thanks for the review!
Midnight Promise
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
. . .Wow, beautiful, absolutely beautiful. The ending between those two was perfect, again with the brotherly love! :D Happiness!
Amazing, love it!
My life give you free money! ;3
MP
Author's reply
Thank you, MP! I'm glad you liked this... and wow, I'll take any free money life has to offer! LOL I love writing brotherly love scenes, and this one was fun in showing that there's love not only between Halbarad and Aragorn, and Denlad and Aragorn, but also between Denlad and Halbarad. Bonds forged in war go deeper, I think. That's always at the heart of my stories.
Thanks for the review!
Fantasia
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
"I suggest you go back and read the books again"
I suggest you don't read fanfictions again...If you don't like it, don't read it, it is a free country you know...I know, you can have your opinion, but I like this story a lot, so here is mine:
I believe that the Rangers will have a strong believe in Eru, God, you pick the name...How can they survived for so many years without a faith? And they descended from the Faithful; their own history is rooted in their belief and faith in Eru.
I'm not a loyal reader, not do I know the books by memory, but I remember that Faramir and his rangers respected the West Ceremony (don't know the name) before dinner, and they were not pure Numenors. If Faramir, as a represents of one of the leading Houses of the Numenors, respected the tradition and believed in Eru and make the point that his people keep doing that, who says that Aragorn won't do that. He knows about Valars, elves, he was raised surrounded by people that knew of those things, for him it wasn't even a blind faith, why he will not have his people respecting and keeping their faith in God? Any leader will do that, as you can see in Faramir. Don't forget, this is a story about magical beings, fantasy and God. It is about the eternal fight between evil and good, between Morgoth evil and Eru good, well that is my very simple interpretation, exactly what I will say to my child when she is ready to read it.
Pardon my English, it is not my first language (in case that someone tell me to go back and take English classes)
Author's reply
Thank you, Fantasia... I could not have said it better myself.
*hugs*
Fantasia
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
Oh Dear! we have a bunch of depressed Rangers here, we might want to call some Suthrons to shake them a little bit....it is depressing, to be fighting for so long with almost no hope, I mean, we have a group of mortal rangers fighting against an immortal evil magic being. For several ages, all races had tried to destroy him and none one has succeeded so far, when you really think about it, the probabilities to win this war are practically zero..
Denlad is right, he can't hold his tongue, hope that never the Enemy takes him...Hey, don't you dare to do that!, it is enough to know that Halbarad is right, that he won't make it, now I'm depressed too.
It was very emotional the way that Halbarad demonstrated his love and care to Aragorn. Denlad’s statement of his love for him was wonderful too.
Ferdinad is right, you can live isolated; you need to know what is happening in the world, even if sometimes, I wish to live in the Shire and be very innocent…
OK, back to work....I’m doing some statistical analysis, that is why I have that “zero probability” comment
Author's reply
Thank you, Fantasia! I like that "zero probability" comment, because it's absolutely right: there really was little chance that a leader of a ragtag remnant of people could ever hope to defeat Sauron after seemingly greater armies had tried and failed. The hopelessness of being in that situation had to have been intense at times, even with Aragorn there to help them keep their spirits up. And with Aragorn in the state he was, it would seem very natural that all those doubts would rise up to darken their hearts. It's just good that they have each other.
I don't think the Enemy will ever catch hold of Denlad... let's hope not, anyway! Aragorn needs a close friend from the Dunedain to make it all the way through to the coronation, after all. ;)
Thanks for the review!
Silivren Tinu
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
LOL, poor Denlad! I think being interrogated by a curious hobbit is much worse than being interrogated by an enemy (it's a good thing Sauron never thought about that possibility of getting information out of people). *g* Did I mention lately that I love Ferdinand? ;-) That hobbit really is irrepressable! The idea of Denlad pretending to faint in order to escape Ferdinand's questions made me giggle. Even such a courageous, stalwart ranger doesn't seem to be a match for a curious hobbit.
I loved the scene between Halbarad and Denlad. Halbarad's feelings are only too understandable. //"You told me to try not to let fear take my heart."// I think that's really all there is to say about the kind of fear and doubt Halbarad is wrestling with here. *hugs him*
Loved it. :)
Author's reply
Thank you, Almut! I'm glad you liked this chapter... it was definitely slower paced and more about getting back to the interactions between Rangers and hobbit (maybe I should have named this "The Rangers and the Hobbit"!) Denlad did have his hands full, and I'm glad the idea of him seeking escape through swooning made you giggle. That's desperation in a nutshell. And ooh, let's not tell Sauron about the interrogative skills of hobbits! Better keep that our secret. :)
I think Denlad and Halbarad and all the Rangers likely had to take turns encouraging one another in those dark times. This time it was Halbarad needing a boost, and good that Denlad was there to provide it.
Thank you for the review!
shirebound
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
"I want to know why you good men allow yourselves to be denigrated and despised, why you stand so proud and so alone."
"...This world needs the Shire peaceful and intact and free from worry, if nothing else just so we wandering folk can look toward it and let its peace settle our own troubled hearts and remind us why we fight."
Those are beautiful lines, and this is a very beautiful and poignant chapter. Aragorn's esteem for his men, and the love that is returned, is inspiring to read about. Poor Denlad, who feels that he has no useful 'gift', but Halbarad knows otherwise. And you've crafted a wonderful gap-filler to explain what 'Strider' told Frodo in Bree about how terrible the Black Riders are.
Author's reply
Thank you, shirebound... I'm glad you liked this chapter. I've always wondered if *all* the Bree folk despised Rangers and figured there had to be a few who saw them as more than just rascals, and Ferdinand is sort of the embodiment of all of those, however many or few, who may have had more open minds.
And yes, this story and At Hope's Edge both tie into canon in exploring that gap Tolkien left about Aragorn and his reaction to the Black Riders. I'm grateful you like them both, as they are written with utmost respect toward canon while still exploring new possibilities. That to me is the joy of fanfiction.
Thanks so much for the review!
Anonymous
· 19 November 2009
· Chapter 10: There Would Be No Larksong
I must say that I'm surprised to see this on a site which says in its guidelines that 'canon matters.' There's absolutely no evidence in the books that the existence of the Ring was anything other than a very closely guarded secret. There's nothing in the books that suggests that any of the Rangers would've known that the enemy sought the Ring prior to events in 'Shadow of the Past.' It's explicitly stated that the Nazgul stayed on the east side of the Anduin prior to Gollum revealing who had the Ring to Sauron. And there's certainly no evidence that Aragorn would have been catechizing his men on the love of God for them.
I suggest you go back and read the books again.
Ainu Laire
· 18 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
"The hand lowered his head back and again all he could see were leaves, that single one still flapping about like a deranged butterfly."
This is quite possibly one of the best lines I've ever read. Thank you for that laugh.
Anyways- always good to see Aragorn on the mend. Now they need to bring him to Rivendell or something. You know, two hobbits in Rivendell... that would be amazing to watch. And good ol' Ferdinand deserves to see it, after all he's done to help. And, yea, I think the rest would be good for Aragorn.
Looking forward to more, as always.
Author's reply
Thanks, Laire! I'm so glad you liked that line... I don't know how many times walking through the woods I've seen *one* leaf flittering and fluttering like mad, when none of the other leaves are stirring. So that's where that came from and it's one of my favorite lines, actually. *g*
Hmm, Rivendell's reeeeeally far away... and although it's interesting to think about how Elrond might react to having Ferdinand underfoot, I don't think they'll need to head that way.
Thanks for the review!
Mirach
· 18 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
The the "Safe" in the title I would add "finally"... I love this chapter! Aragorn is still miserable, but he has friends around him who care for him, and he is finally safe indeed (I hope the remaining Sauthorn isn't up to something). By now I have read the chapter 3 times, and I'm going to read it again, I think! =)
Author's reply
Thank you, Mirach! Wow, you've read it 3 times?? I'm grateful, because I know you're busy with NaNo, so that's a high honor. I'm glad you enjoyed this... it is good to finally take a semi-deep breath and know at least for now he's in good hands with a good chance to finally recover. Whew!
Thanks for the review!
BeeGee
· 17 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
A great chapter that illustrates the close relationship between Aragorn, Halbarad and Denlad. Great characterization of Ferdinand as well. You really choose your words well! However, I agree with several other reviewers here; I have a suspicion that the "dead" Southron will pop up again. :D I should't say "pop up", I guess, he seems beyond being able to "pop up". I had an image of him crawling through the underbrush; holding his entrails in one hand and a long shiny dagger in the other, bent on revenge. LOL! Whatever is in store for our Rangers and Hobbit, I'm sure your version will be better than mine!
Author's reply
Oh wow, what a visual! LOL!! Glad I wasn't eating. :P
But thank you for the review... this chapter was definitely about showing the relationships between the three and the interactions with Ferdinand (to a lesser degree). And providing Aragorn with some well-earned comfort.
As for the Southron... hmmm... I think less said the better. *g*
Thanks again for the review, BeeGee!
Lily Baggins
· 16 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
Well, I shall be very busy tonight! I will be busy gathering the materials I need to build my "Shrine to Cairistiona," you see. I think it shall occupy the far corner of my living room and perhaps contain some nicely scented candles, as well . . .
Oh, this was a marvelous chapter! It was perfect, the way we saw through the (very swollen and fuzzy-seeing) eyes of Aragorn as he slowly regained consciousness and had to deal with the pain and discomfort and frightening memories.
I ADORE the "mother-henning," as I saw you stated in an earlier review response. I find that I don't get to read it nearly as often as I would like in fanfic, so to see such lovely examples here... *sighs blissfully* And how I enjoy seeing Halbarad through Aragorn's eyes---a worrier, indeed. I think Aragorn has given him just cause to be a worrier!
I cannot wait for the next chapter---and where will they head, I wonder, if Eledh does manage to bring the horses? And eeek---I foresee some foreshadowing about the possible fate of the injured Southron. Oh, dear!
Author's reply
Oh, Lily, you do make me laugh! A shrine! Good heavens. No need for that, dear. Your reviews are quite sufficient to brighten my day. :)
I'm so glad you enjoyed this chapter... I like seeing characters through other character's eyes, too, and it's always fun to see what Aragorn privately thinks about his kinsman. I think you're absolutely right in that Aragorn has given Halbarad more than enough practice at worrying to have become an expert at it!
Next chapter won't be too long in coming... thanks for the review!
Rhyselle
· 16 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
Oh, poor Aragorn!
I love how Denlad seems able to get Ferdinand back on track far better than Strider was able to! Halbarad's care and worry came through just right.
I think you did an excellent job of making the reader experience that awful in-between place that being severely injured puts one into. I cringed along with Strider and I felt so bad for Denlad when he accidentally sent Strider into the flashback.
This was a well-written interlude, and I really do hope that the next chapter continues to give Aragorn a break from the "excitement" that he went through in the previous chapter!
Well done!
Author's reply
Thanks, Rhyselle! I'm glad you liked this chapter... yes, Denlad does seem to be able to handle Ferdinand. Maybe he can give Aragorn some pointers! I'm glad you liked how I handled Aragorn's confusion and struggle to stay coherent, and how I wrote Halbarad. I so love writing Halbarad, and even though in this story we're getting smaller glimpses of him, I tried to make those moments as vivid as possible. And yes, let's hope Aragorn's adventures in future chapter come a little less painfully.
Thanks for the review!
Inzilbeth
· 16 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
This is such a lovely, warm-hearted chapter; Halbarad and Denlad reassuring each other as well as Aragorn, and Aragorn fretting about everyone else. I very much enjoyed the additional passage too, especially that Aragorn felt he needed to tell Denlad with such urgency that it was his shout that had saved him. And now for Aragorn to get some much needed rest.
A beautifully written chapter, as always.
Author's reply
Thanks, Inzilbeth! Yes, that's the Almut-inspired bit... it made perfect sense to me to have Aragorn strive to tell Denlad that he had done well. It's part of being a good leader, to give credit where due and of course Aragorn would want to be sure to do that, even on the verge of losing consciousness.
Glad you enjoyed the chapter and thanks for the review!
Raksha The Demon
· 16 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
Ferdinand should be paid to be Aragorn's permanent nanny/healer/cook/morale officer; at least so Halbarad can take a break from the job, LOL! Really, keeping the Heir of Isildur in one piece is something of a full-time job! (now you've got me wondering if the Northern Dunedain and Imladris Elves all urged Aragorn to go and spend time in Rohan and Gondor so that other folks could look after him).
Good chapter!
Author's reply
LOL! What a thought, everyone conspiring to get rid of Aragorn for a while so they could rest! I like that. *g*
I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter... I do think Ferdinand would make a good Chieftain-tender. But I also think Halbarad likely wouldn't want to give up the job... he barely tolerates Denlad helping out, I think. *g*
Thanks for the review!
Estelcontar
· 16 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
A short chapter but very to the point. I really enjoyed it. I think the detail of Aragorn looking for his sword as soon as he was again barely conscious even after registering Halbarad's voice, with its connotation of safety, was very telling and a great illustration of the dangerous life he and his man lived.
It is also very telling how his desire to reassure Halbarad and Denlad, and his worry about Ferdinand's safety wins through his pain and his weakness. Very characteristic of our ranger indeed.
Halbarad's worry and Denland's desire to assuage it was very moving too. I wonderful chapter as usual.
Author's reply
Thanks, Estelcontar!
I'm glad you liked this chapter (it's changed a bit since you read it last). I did try to keep in mind Aragorn's characteristic caring for others and trust in Halbarad as I wrote his actions upon wakening. I really do think he likely does worry about others far more than himself... taking that attitude of "well, I'm breathing, so now how's everyone else doing?" *g* And yes, their lives likely always had them checking for their weapons upon first conscious thought, whether it be simply waking in the morning or recovering from illness or wounds.
Thanks for the review!
Calenlass Greenleaf
· 16 November 2009
· Chapter 9: Safe
(Couldn't review this morning...*pokes computer*)
I hope that Southron is alive, but...as fanfic taught me, authors are evil and people who should be dead sometimes aren't. *gives suspicious look* You're not planning thing, are you?
XD
Anyway, loved this chapter. Poor Aragorn, yes, but...I love the angst.
Thanks for writing!
~Cal
Author's reply
Ah, glad you liked the chapter! As for the rest... time alone will tell!
And tell your computer to behave and let you review when you need to. *g* Thanks for the review!