Valadhiels POV

The three first months were hard with security. I wasn't used to having guards breathe down my neck. But I slowly adjusted and these guards became my friends. We went hunting, to the training grounds, the library, you name it. There was one particularly flirtatious guard, Michael. He was always insisting to give a hand. Although he seemed kind, I didn't trust him enough and mostly leaned on the other guards and Legolas.

Of course Legolas and i spent lots of time together since Thranduil was still king. He was always careful, to be honest it could be quite irritating.

"Come on, let's go." Legolas picked me up gently as I tried to get down.

"You don't have to be careful all the time you know."

"What are you talking about? Of course I do! There are people-"

"That have had the chance to attack me for 6 months now. My love, I know you mean well and are trying to hold to your promise, but please have a little faith in me that I can defend myself. Just have a little trust in me." I spoke softly.

He faced me with a mixture of emotions. Fear, understanding, worry. "Forgive me Valadhiel, I worry too much. I am afraid-"

"I know Mellon nin I know." I smiled as he returned to his normal self which I haven't seen in forever.

4 months later
(Still her POV)
Everything seemed back to normal. I was standing in the grand hall waiting for Legolas as he came back from training.

"Valadhiel!" He smiled as he ran over to hug me.

"No! Your sweaty!" I smiled as he came closer playfully.

"Legolas!" I smiled as he finally gave up giving puppy eyes. I smiled and gave a small peck and quickly got away so I wouldn't get stinky. He pouted but then it turned into a smile.

"Get cleaned. Dinner is in an hour. " I commanded as he saluted as he headed for the showers.

Dinner was eventful as we all grinned with laughter. The night grew late as I stood up and kissed Legolas's cheek.

"Im off to bed. Goodnight." I spoke quietly. He looked worriedly at me as I patted my pocket where I kept my dagger just in case. He nodded as he continued his conversation. I began to walk down our corridor when I heard a hissing.

You are going to get it.

Valadhiel

I'm coming for you.

I'll get you if it's the last thing I do.

No, I thought. It's all over now, that's how it's supposed to be. My heart thudded as my breathing hitched. There were no guards in sight.

Come on now you can defend yourself, don't be weak. I scolded myself pulling out one of my daggers from my boot. I looked around and I could have swore I saw a pair of eyes.

You're going mad. I thought there aren't any eyes in the wall. I needed Legolas, but my mouth was so dry I couldn't talk. The air smelt foul as I coughed making my voice hoarse.

"Legolas?" I croaked in shock "Legolas?!" I tried but only a croak came out. I felt hypnotized in a trance. Then the hissing came back in as I turned towards my room.

Go to the door.

No your not supposed to! My mind screamed but my feet moved anyway.

Drop the dagger.

No! My mind screamed as I suddenly dropped it and twisted the doorknob. Entering who knows what.

Anddddd cue phantom of the opera music XD CLIFFHANGER!