Foreboding by chrissystriped

Foreboding

Written for New Year's Resolution 2024 and Experimental 2023, prompt "all dialogue"

“What is that?”

“It looks like a great monster of the sea.”

“Don’t go near it, it will eat us all!”

“Don’t be afraid. It is a thing built of wood. A ship that will carry me south. Back to my people.”

“It is not safe, King. The ice is stronger than things made by men. The Witch-king’s power will crush it. It will carry you down into the cold, black depth.”

“It was made by elves. Lord Círdan’s ships do not sink.”

“The elvish wights are not our friends. Don’t trust them. Let them give you food. You can stay here until spring.”

“The elves have always been our allies. If you counsel against them, you speak the words of the Enemy!”

“We are not your enemy, King. I wish you would heed my warning. I feel a cold wind coming.”

“My people need me. I have been away far to long. I thank you for all the help that you have given. Take this as a token of my friendship."