The End of the Dream by Erulisse
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Disclaimer: Tolkien built the sand box, I only play with the bucket and shovel that he left for me. No money, profit or non, is made from the publication of this story.
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Summary:
As Sirion is sacked, Elwing must make a decision about her children and her own life. A response to the general prompt of Midsummer Night's Dream in drabble form.
Major Characters: Elwing Major Relationships: Genre: Drama Challenges: Rating: Teens Warnings: |
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| Chapters: 1 | Word Count: 108 |
| Posted on 15 August 2011 | Updated on 15 August 2011 |
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Chapter 1
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The End of the Dream
The noise increased; men were breaking through the portcullis. Her protection was eroding quickly; her sons must escape now. Taking each of them to her breast, Elwing hugged and kissed them then sent them off with her long-time friend who would attempt to keep them safe.
She took up the Nauglamír and placed it around her neck. She wished Eärendil was here to help her decide, but he wasn't. The invading warriors were directly outside her chamber door. Standing in the tower window she hesitated for a moment. The dream of raising her children in peace had ended. She jumped.
Chapter End Notes
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(1) Comment by Himring for The End of the Dream [Ch 1]
She must have been a dreamer. What always beat me about Elwing is not her so much her attitude to the Feanorians as how she could believe the Havens to be "flourishing", when it was always clear that, if the Feanorians didn't get her, there was absolutely nothing to prevent Morgoth from destroying her as soon as he tired of the game.
Re: (1) Comment by Himring for The End of the Dream [Ch 1]
Endlessly optimistic and quite naive, that's Elwing. She has always seemed to be not the brightest bulb in the Elve's arsenal, but in spite of that, she did exactly what needed to be done. As for Morgoth, he always enjoyed playing with his prey too much. But it's lucky for the Elves that he did :-) Thank you so much for reading and letting me know your thoughts. I really appreciate it.
- Erulisse (one L)
(2) Comment by Robinka for The End of the Dream [Ch 1]
Well, her desperation and (probably the hardest in her life) decision helped to defeat Morgoth, so in that regard it was a good thing. The twins at least were luckier than Elured and Elurin. Very well done!
Re: (2) Comment by Robinka for The End of the Dream [Ch 1]
Yes, the twins were much luckier than her brothers had been. The death of Elured and Elurin, I feel, haunted Maedhros for the remainder of his life. Thanks for reading and reviewing, I appreciate it very much!
- Erulisse (one L)