As the Fellowship emerged from the mines of Moria, they were met with the stunning beauty of the sun setting over the mountains. Aria couldn't help but feel grateful to be alive, despite the injuries she had sustained during the battle.
Aria leaned against a nearby tree, still feeling the pain in her back where the orc's axe had struck her. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath, trying to push the pain aside.
Legolas approached her, concern etched on his face. "Are you alright?" he asked, placing a gentle hand on her shoulder.
Aria opened her eyes and looked into his piercing blue gaze. For a moment, she forgot about the pain and felt a warmth spread through her body.
"I'll be fine," she replied, trying to keep her voice steady.
Legolas nodded and pulled out a small bandage from his pack. He carefully cleaned Aria's wound and wrapped the bandage around her waist. His fingers moving quick and nimbly.
As he worked, Aria couldn't help but notice how close they were standing. She could feel the heat radiating off of Legolas' body, and she felt a flutter in her chest.
But she quickly pushed those thoughts aside. They were on a mission, and she couldn't afford to let her feelings get in the way.
Legolas walked beside her, his eyes fixed on the horizon. Aria could feel his gaze on her, and she knew that he was worried about her. She couldn't help but feel a flutter in her chest at the thought of him.
"Thank you for helping me," Aria said softly, breaking the silence between them.
"It was nothing," Legolas replied, his voice calm and steady.
Aria felt a pang of disappointment at his response. She had hoped that he would show some emotion, some hint of the attraction that she felt between them.
But Legolas remained stoic, and Aria couldn't help but wonder if he felt the same way about her.
As they continued their journey, Aria and Legolas fought side by side, their movements in perfect sync. Aria found herself admiring Legolas' grace and skill, and she couldn't help but feel drawn to him.
But still, she knew that they could never be more than friends. Their mission was too important, and they couldn't afford to let their personal feelings get in the way.
As they made camp for the night, Aria sat beside the fire and watched as Legolas sharpened his arrows. She couldn't help but feel a sense of peace and safety when he was near, and she knew that she could always count on him to protect her.
"Are you alright?" Legolas asked, breaking her reverie.
Aria nodded, her eyes meeting his. She felt a spark of electricity between them, and she knew that he felt it too.
But still, they said nothing, content to bask in the warmth of the fire and the comfort of each other's presence.
As the night wore on, Aria and Legolas drifted off to sleep, under the blanket of the stars and moon. They knew that their journey would be long and difficult, but they also knew that they had each other to rely on.
And so they slept, their dreams filled with visions of the battles to come and the hope of a brighter future.
