Anonymous · 3 March 2014 · Chapter 5: sorrow and joy
I love this story! I hope you continue to write xx
Author's reply
I´m really glad you saying this and I will continue to write. Thanks, whoever you are. Lai
Warrior of Care by Laikwalâssê
Reviews (14)
Fiondil · 21 February 2014 · Chapter 5: sorrow and joy
And all's well that ends well. Tinár was smart to do what he did. The cry of the child was stronger than the will to die and mother-love took over. Very good. And yes, Elrond is still a warrior even though he fights a different enemy than orcs now. A good story, Lai. I like that we see Elrond in his element, so to speak, but still not all-powerful, all-knowing or even all-wise to the mysteries of life and death.
Author's reply
Tinár had a good teacher after all. I do imagine Elrond more a healer than a warrior. He was and is a mighty Elf-lord but even he has to accept the laws of nature. I´m so glad you liked my story, Fiondil. I wanted to give a glimpse of Elrond´s day-to-day life away from fighting against orcs and nonetheless having to fight on a battlefield as unpredictable as outside. Thank you so much for your most appreciated reviews. Lai
Lindelea · 21 February 2014 · Chapter 2: a new day
Ah. I too have misgivings. Good for Alariel!
Author's reply
Alariel is not to envy in this situation and yet a good and most needed friend, even if Eiriniel will see this later. Thank you for reviewing, Lindelea. Lai
Lindelea · 19 February 2014 · Chapter 1: bad news
Oh, how sad! I do hope the child will be well. Poor Eiriniel.
Author's reply
I hope with you but with Eriniel´s fragile mental state? Thank you so much for reviewing, Lindelea. Lai
Ellie · 19 February 2014 · Chapter 5: sorrow and joy
Love teh explanation of "warrior of care". That is what he truly is. Hooray for the elleth being okay.
Author's reply
I have heard this phrase in a lovely song from Alanis Morissette and had instantly pictured Elrond. The story around was quickly built. I´m glad you liked the ending. Thank you for a much appreciated review, Ellie. Lai
EverleighBain · 8 February 2014 · Chapter 4: changes
Hi! I found this story a day or two ago and this morning was able to go back and read a couple of your earlier pieces, and I just wanted to let you know how incredibly impressed I am....your earliest stories are so well-done despite English not being your first language, and the amount you've improved since then is astounding. Reading this piece, I would never have guessed that you haven't been writing in English your entire life! I love seeing your portrayal of Elrond....both wise and tender, with such a genuine concern for everyone in the household, family or not. It isn't often that we get to see him in a physician's role dealing with things besides wounds and other battle injuries. You also handle the emotional aspect of Eiriniel's struggle skillfully and believably, and it makes me ache to see Elrond and the others tying so hard to help her when really she doesn't want to help herself! I'm anxiously waiting to see what happens next. Thank you for sharing!
Author's reply
What shall I say to such a lovely review than thank you? My english has improved, yes, but my beta reader is doing much to transform my stories into something readable. Anyway I´m so glad you like this story and others from me. As my bio already says Elrond is my favourite elf and I´m always trying to characterisize him as real and believable as posiible. To hold the balance between a mighty warrior, a loving father and a respected Elf-lord. I´m glad that Eiriniel´s fate touches you. The next chapter is already done and just being shaped into something postable by my beta. So a bit patience. Thank you so much for such encouraging words. Lai
Fiondil · 6 February 2014 · Chapter 4: changes
Wow! A very tense chapter. I'm glad the baby survived, but what about the mother? Poor Elrond. It's hard on a healer when he loses a patient, especially when he tries so hard to keep said patient alive. But some battles are lost both on the field and off. Can't wait to see what happens next.
Author's reply
all seems alright with the baby and SOA,BTW. But what about the mother? These battles are the hardest to lose for a warrior and a healer, I deem. Thank you so much for reading and reviewing and hoping for the next chapter, Fiondil. Lai
Fiondil · 1 February 2014 · Chapter 3: agreements
Well, it seems as if the baby was able to get through to her where Elrond and others could not, but we'll have to wait and see. I doubt it will be that simple for her or anyone else.
Author's reply
She has made an agreement but not in the way Elrond hoped for,I fear. Your doubts are actually justified. Thank you so much for a most appreciated review, Fiondil. Lai
Semmley · 29 January 2014 · Chapter 1: bad news
Eireniel's grief for her husband is compounded by the need and love of her baby who is prepared for death with her. Will her accident cause a premature birth? Will Elrond be able to win the battle to heal Eireniel's spirit and save her baby? Great start to an interesting story Lai, and looking forward to your next up-date.
Author's reply
Elrond will have his hands full to save mother and child, that I can promise! I´m so glad you like the start to my new story. Thank you so much for reviewing, Semmley. Lai
Fiondil · 22 January 2014 · Chapter 2: a new day
Elrond is right: friends cannot replace one's mate. I fear the elleth will need close watching and I hope she doesn't do anything to endanger her child's life either. In her emotional state, who knows of what she is capable? Looking forward to the next chapter, Lai.
Author's reply
your fear is quite warranted Elornd will soon find out. Griefing mothers are capable of many irresponsable things. Thanky ou so much for a most appreciated review. Lai
Fiondil · 14 January 2014 · Chapter 1: bad news
A sad beginning. Good to see Elrond and Glorfindel again, though. I'm sure they'll work things through and hopefully Eiriniel will find some solace in the coming child. Looking forward to more, Lai.
Author's reply
Elrond will find out that fighthing on a battlefiel can be much easier. The foe is clearly visible; a headstrong grieving mother is no easy charge. Thank you so much for a most appreciated review, Fiondil. Lai
Ellie · 14 January 2014 · Chapter 1: bad news
How sad. Elrond and Glorfindel both have such tough jobs...
Author's reply
our favourite elves are not to envy. I´m glad you like the beginning even if it starts sad. Thank you Ellie. Lai
UTfrog · 14 January 2014 · Chapter 1: bad news
Strong beginning to what can be an unusual look at Elrond's household. I am looking forward to more. Thank you.
Author's reply
the hardest battles are not always fought on the battlefield. Elond will find out this now. Thank you so much for reviewing, UTfrog. Lai Author Reply: the hardest battles are not always fought on a battlefield. Elrond is going to find this out now. THank you so uch for reviewing, UTfrog. Lai
demeter d · 14 January 2014 · Chapter 1: bad news
A new tale from you! The greatest battles of our own world and time are not always fought on battlefields, with guns or knives or bombs. The darkness that can fill hearts causes the most difficult fights. Now we will see if the peace of Imladris, and the strength and caring of the people who live there, will be enough to persuade this grieving mother to continue to live, for the sake of her child. I wonder if elves who die BEFORE even being born would grow up in the Halls of Mandos? Your battle now, I suppose, will be to see that we do not need to find out!
Author's reply
I have never considered if elves who die before being born will be called to Mandos, but it would make sense, because it´s a calling to the fea and the unborn child has an active fea already but hopefully this will be not necessary for the Vala. Hope to see you at the next chapters, demeter and I´m so glad for your review, thank you. Lai