They begin following the path. It is quite narrow, and it is a crack between two tall cliffs. At times, the dwarves have difficulty going through. The path finally ends in an open area; from there the group can see a city in the valley below.
"The Valley of Imraldis. In the Common Tongue, it's known by another name." Gandalf says
"Rivendell." Bilbo and Rosa say looking towards Rivendell
"Here lies the last Homely House east of the sea," Gandalf explains
Thorin went to Gandalf a bit angry "This was your plan all along, to seek refuge with our enemy."
"You have no enemies here, Thorin Oakenshield. The only ill-will to be found in this valley is that which you bring yourself." Gandalf simpely tells him
"You think the Elves will give our quest their blessing? They will try to stop us." thorin tries to tell Gandalf
"Of course they will. But we have questions that need to be answered. If we are to be successful, this will need to be handled with tact and respect and no small degree of charm. Which is why you will leave the talking to me." Gandalf tells him as the company walks down making their way down towards Rivendell
Rosa looks at Bilbo and smiles seeing him looking around Rivendell in amazement. "I guess you're glad you came along hu." She comments nudging him as they start making their way towards Rivendell
as the company walkthrough Rivendell they see some elves strolling about. A dark-haired elf walks down a flight of stairs and greets them
"Mithrandir." The elf addressed Gandalf
"Ah, Lindir," Gandalf replies
Thorin leans to Dwalin and whispers "Stay sharp."
"(We heard you had crossed into the Valley.)" Linder tells Gandalf in Elvish
"I must speak with Lord Elrond," Gandalf tells Lindir
"My Lord Elrond is not here."
"Not here? Where is he?"
Suddenly they hear the Elvish horns again and turn to see a group of armed elf horsemen approaching at a rapid rate.
"Close ranks!" Thorin tells the dwarves
With that, they start bunching together forming a tight cycle. Bofur pulls Bilbo into the middle, and Fili does the same with Rosa. The dwarves point their weapons outward; the mounted Elves arrive and ride in circles around the dwarves. Eventually, they stop, and one of them separates himself from the others. "Gandalf!" the elf greets
Gandalf smiles then bows greeting Elrond "Lord Elrond. (My friend! Where have you been?)"
"(We've been hunting a pack of Orcs that came up from the South. We slew a number near the Hidden Pass.)" Elrond answers getting off his horse and then hugs Gandalf
"Strange for orcs to come so close to our borders." Elrond tells Gandalf holing up an orc's sword "Something or someone has drawn them near." Elrond says handing it to Lindir
"Ah, that may have been us." Gandalf comments
Thorin steps forward, and Elrond looks upon him with recognition "Welcome Thorin, son of Thrain." Elrond addresses Thorin
"I do not believe we have met.
"You have your Grandfather's bearing. I knew Thror when he ruled under the mountain."
"Indeed? He made no mention of you."
Ignoring this insult, Elrond turns to the dwarves and speaks in Elvish to the other Elves
"What is he saying? Does he offer us insult?" Gloin asks not understanding
"No, Master Gloin, he's offering you food," Gandalf tells him
With that, the dwarves turn and discuss amongst themselves then turn back to Gandalf.
"Ah, Well. In that case, lead on."
The elves take the dwarves, Bilbo and Rosa to the Elven court with two long enough dining tables in the center for them to sit. However, the dwarves are not very appreciative of the Elves choice in food. Ori picks up a lettuce leaf examining it
"Try it. Just a mouthful." Dori say trying to pressure his brother to eat it
"I don't like green food." the young dwarf said shaking his head
"Where's the meat?" Dawlin asked looking through the salad in front of him
Rosa chuckles at them and starts eating, while the dwarves sitting with her looked at her with disapproving and disgusted looks.
"How can you eat this stuff, Rosa?" Kili asked
"She an elf lad they like this gross food." Dwalin comments before she could respond
Rosa rolled her eyes "Me being half elf has nothing to do with my tasted in food Dwalin!" She huffed then continues to eat
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Unwanted Attractions
FanfictionRosa Baggins adopted sister of Bilbo Baggins who is more protective then she likes or needs from him and when they're asked by Gandalf to join Thorin and his company on their journey. Unlike Bilbo, Rosas all for helping them that is until the dwarve...
