Bilbo Baggins

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Not a few days later Gandalf arrived in Rivendell. Daeran raced towards the room he was currently occupying. Wanting to see his old friend and mentor.

He knocked lightly on the door waiting until it opened or he was called. Not a minute later the door opened. Gandalf smiled when he saw daeran standing there.

"Gandalf it's so good to see you. I haven't seen you in so long" Daeran said hugging the man. "Daeran what are you doing in Rivendell. Last I knew you were in Mirkwood." Gandalf said with a knowing tone to his voice.

"I decided to visit, but what are you doing here?" Gandalf led Daeran into the room and they made their way to a table and chair. "What brings you to Rivendell Gandalf not that i'm not glad to see you." Gandalf smiled "I'm not sure if Lord Elrond has to told you of what has occurred" Daeran shook his head.

"There is a young hobbit by the name of Frodo here and with him he carries a ring. The one ring to be exact." Daeran knew what Gandalf was talking about. He had heard stories over the years. "I thought the ring was lost though?"

"No, it was found and by Bilbo many years ago. He kept it all these years. That is what granted him his long life. I was lucky though to get him to give it up. To be honest I was afraid for him."

"Bilbo?"

"So this is what has been bothering ada lately and the reason for the spiders in Mirkwood."

"Yes a greater evil is coming and Frodo is at the center of it. I also have a feeling you will play a big part as well." Daeran nodded his head. "I don't know" said Daeran "this all sounds bigger than me" Gandalf smiled "you are bigger than you know" Daeran smiled.

"Lord Elrond has called upon a council which is to be held in a few weeks. Delegates from the elven cities, the Dwarves and the cities of men will be attending."

They will be discussing the course of action that will be taken to destroy the ring once and for all"

The two remained in Gandalf's room for a while talking and catching up. "You know Bilbo is here now."

With those words Daeran immediately brightened "Really, do you know where he is. I must go and see him. Thank you Gandalf, I enjoy our times together.l Gandalf chuckled giving directions to Daeran as the young elf made his way out the room promising to visit again later.

Daeran ran towards Bilbo's room. When he arrived he knocked with excitement. He hadn't laid eyes upon the man in a very long time. Daeran liked Bilbo, he had a quick wit about him. He always seemed to look for the best in people.

"Enter" a tired voice said. Daeran entered "Bilbo" Bilbo's eyes widened "Daeran, oh my this is a surprise." Bilbo was sitting in a chair with a book in his lap.

Daeran went over to his old friend giving him a gentle hug. "It's so good to see you Bilbo" "It's good to see you to" Bilbo said hugging Daeran back. "Gandalf told me you were here. I rushed up once he told me" Daeran said laughing lightly. Bilbo let out a light laugh as well.

"You are looking good Daeran. You have grown up well." Daeran blushed lightly at the compliment.

"Thank you, you are looking good yourself" Bilbo waved his hand around "Oh, none of that now." Daeran brought a chair over beside Bilbo and sat down.

"Are you going to be attending the council?" Daeran asked. "No I won't be doing that, but what about you?" Daeran shrugged his shoulders "Maybe I'm not sure yet." Bilbo nodded his head in understanding. "Im too old to be going to any council meetings. Though Ido long for one last adventure."

"Whatever you decide to do" Daeran nodded. The two stayed in Bilbo's room for a few hours. Until Daeran heard loud voices. Daeran made his way towards the window. It was the hobbits and Rolik.

Daeran smiled "It's them" Daeran turned back towards Bilbo smiling. "That's good. Can you do me something Daeran" Daeran nodded his head and made his way back towards Bilbo. "Anything"

"When Frodo wakes can you send him to see me. I want to make sure he's ok." Daeran nodded his head "Of course. If he is feeling ok I'll bring him up here"

"Thank you, I couldn't ask for a better friend."Daeran kissed Bilbo on the cheek then made his way out of Bilbo's room and towards the group. Lord Elrond was speaking Rolik.

Everyone wanted to see how Frodo was doing. However they were not allowed to see him at the moment. "I think it best you all get some sleep and we'll see how Frodo is doing in the morning" Lord Elrond said to them.

I could tell the hobbits did not want to do that, but they reluctantly agreed. Faelar took the Hobbits up to where they would be staying, but Rolik stayed behind.

Daeran could see Rolik and Arwen talking quietly to each other as they made their way down the hall.
It made his heart ache. Looking at them reminded him of Legolas and how much he missed the blond elf. 'Maybe ill return to Mirkwood after the council meeting' Daeran thought. 'I have been gone for awhile'
Daeran continued to watch silently, but eventually left and made his way towards his room. It was late and Daeran had a feeling tomorrow would be a big day. Daeran washed up and made his way towards bed.

...............

The next morning Daeran woke early. He quickly made his way towards Frodo's room. When Daeran was close enough he could hear Gandalf talking to Frodo.

Not long after there was a long pause, so taking his chance Daeran knocked on the door. "I'm sorry to interrupt" Daeran said walking through the door.

"Oh not at all. What brings you here?" Gandalf said. Daeran looked towards Frodo. The Hobbit looked well. It was then that he heard it. Daeran smiled "There are some people who are here to see you."

And with those words three hobbits come running into the room and jumping onto Frodo's bed. There was laughter and cheerful banter.

Gandalf left with Daeran and they made their way to where Lord Elrond was standing overlooking Rivendell.

"His strength returns" Lord Elrond said "That wound will never fully heal, he will carry it the rest of his life." Daeran looked over the edge and saw the Hobbits standing over their own ledge admiring the view.

"We can ask no more of Frodo, he has brought the ring so far."

"Gandalf the enemy is moving Sauron's forces are massing in the East" Lord Elrond said. Trying to prove his point.

"This evil cannot be concealed by the power of the elves. Gandalf the ring cannot stay here" "Than what is to be done?" Daeran asked watching as a rider made his way into Rivendell.

Lord Elrond looked towards Daeran. "This pearl belongs to all Middle Earth, They must decide now how to end it" It was then that Daeran noticed elves coming towards the entrance, they were from Mirkwood he recognized some of them. Daeran's eyes widened when he spotted a certain blond haired elf enter dismounting his horse.

Without looking back to Gandalf or Lord Elrond, Daeran ran down the stairs. Once he spotted the elf he ran towards him. "Legolas" he called. Legolas spotted him, and he immediately ran to meet him.

"Legolas what are you doing here? You're supposed to be in Mirkwood." Legolas chuckled bringing Daeran into an embrace. "I am here for the council" Daeran looked up at Legolas, but didn't let go.

"Why didn't you tell me you were coming?"

"I wanted it to be a surprise." Daeran gave a big smile. He was practically jumping up and down. He wanted to kiss the elf so bad, though it was hard to contain himself. The moment was perfect that is until a voice interrupted them. "Disgusting" Legolas turned fast facing the dwarf that had spoken. The dwarf obviously thought no one would hear him. He seemed a little bashful when Legolas glared at him.

Legolas was about to say something when Daeran stopped him. "Don't, he didn't ruin the moment. Lets go. There is something I must do, come with me" Legolas nodded his head following Daeran up towards Frodo's room.

Once the two made it to Frodo's room Daeran knocked lightly. The door was opened and the two walked in. "You're the one that saved Frodo" The one who opened the door said to Daeran.

Daeran nodded his head "Yes, and might I ask who you three are? I know Frodo but I do not know you." The hobbit who opened the door introduced himself first.

"I am Samwise Gamgee but everyone calls me Sam and these two" he said indicating the other two hobbits "are Pippin Took and Meriadoc Brandybuck."

"But I go by Merry" Merry said smiling. Daeran inclined his head. "My name is Tithdaeran, but please call me Daeran. This here is Legolas" He said indicating the elf.

"I am here to inform you Frodo that there is someone here who wishes to see you." Frodo's eyes widened. "Who would be here that would want to see me?"

"I am to take you to them if you are up to it." Frodo nodded his head. Daeran led all four Hobbits to Bilbo's room. As they entered Frodo's face lit up. "Bilbo" he exclaimed as all the hobbits entered the room. Daeran decided to leave them for now. He hadnt seen Legoals in so long, he just wanted to spend some quality time with him. As he was leaving Daeran waved towards Bilbo before exiting.

"So what happened?" Legolas asked as they made their way towards Daeran's room. "What happened when?"

Legolas reached up and grazed the almost healed scratch on Daeran's face. Daeran shrugged his shoulders "I brought Frodo here. He was in bad shape. I was chased by the Black riders." Legolas shook his head "You always do this when you want to avoid conversations."

"Do what"

"Make things seem lesser than they really are"

"Oh...really"

Legolas nodded. Daeran looked towards legolas "Fine. Ada informed me that there were travelers that were coming to Rivendell, but they needed some help. I was to accompany them here. Once I arrived Frodo was badly injured so I brought him back here. That's it really" Legolas knew there was more to it, but he didn't push it.

"Will you be attending the council?" Legolas asked Daeran. Daeran shrugged his shoulders "To be honest I'm not sure. I've been thinking about it though."

Daeran POV

When Legolas arrived I was overjoyed. It was hard being away from him for such a long time. There was definitely a void in my heart when I left.

But he is here now and I couldn't be happier. We were still waiting for a few more people to arrive so ada said the council would meet tomorrow. So I still had time to decide if I would be going.

I really wanted to know what they would be discussing, but at the same time I was nervous. I could be very shy at times I knew it. But Legolas would be there and so would Gandalf and Ada, maybe the twins. I know Arwen won't be there. Um, Rolik yes he will be there.

Frodo, but what about the other Hobbits. Bilbo said he wasn't going. Well maybe I'll go, no argh I don't know. "What's on your mind?" Ada said coming over to where I was sitting.

"Nothing much, I'm just wondering if I should go to the meeting or if I'm allowed to go at all?" Ada nodded his head "You may go if you wish."

"Thank you" I said it really meant alot to me. "Ada if I was still in Mirkwood would I have been allowed to come?"

"That would have been up to you." I thought for a moment of how everyone was always so protective of me and how they would never let me do anything. "They would not let me"

"But they let you come here."

"Yes" I argued, "but if they had known beforehand they would have said no"

"Tell me what is on your mind child. Why do you ask such questions?"

"What are you planning to talk about at the council?" I countered back. Ada sighed "What do do with the ring. I think it best to send out a party to travel to Mordor to destroy it."

"And if I wanted to join, everyone would tell me no especially Legolas."

"You and Legolas have a very special bond Daeran and you must remember that. I know your feelings towards him." I couldn't help but blush at that comment.

"I want you to speak to Voron about this." I sighed and looked away he still hadn't given me a solid answer. He must have read my mind though cause the next thing out of his mouth was "If you want to join on this quest than you may. I cannot stop you nor can anyone else."

"But Legolas"

"Legolas will support you, I know he didn't in Mirkwood, but you must trust he has good intentions."

"Ok I have decided"