Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 1 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 1
I would give all the gold and jewels under the sun to taste the sweetness of your kiss, hear the melody of your song, and feel the love that envelopes completely as you hold me in your arms.
~Thorin Durin Oakenshield
~ They watched their king stand on the cliff side until she was gone from his sight and then they watched him stand there some time longer. Their great King who had lost so much but seemed to keep fighting for what he wanted and what was rightfully his. The admiration for this dwarf was of the highest respect and dignity and no other would compare. He slowly turned and saw them all staring at him. He looked at each one and s
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 2 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 2
Chapter 2 ~ Safe & Sound
She could not sleep that night as her thoughts raced of visions of him. She wanted more. More conversations, more of his warmth that still lingered on her skin, more of his shy smile, and most importantly more time! She walked to the window and stared up at the moon, the same one that had just been smiling upon them and blessing them with its light, and then she whispered her words of prayer. She prayed for her father, brother, and kinsman, and the new company that had come to visit, especially Thorin, the one with the sad eyes and perfect smile that held her heart in his hands. What was happening to her?
“Ple
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 3 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 3
Chapter 3 ~ A Shadow that Lingers
“He’s a dwarf!” Rafe protested as he took off his boots and slammed them to the floor. “And not just any dwarf, one with no home, no kingdom, and madness to go with it!”
He knew his words were cutting her. Slow killing stabs that brought tears with each blow and he did not care. He had never seen her like this before, except with him. His father met his eyes and shook his head as a warning and sighed as he walked slowly toward her and looked into her sad eyes.
“I know this feeling my love,” he whispered. “And I know the heartache that can rip you apart, but R
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 4 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 4
Chapter 4 ~ Bound
Thorin did not sleep that night with thoughts of Kale haunting him. He was worried that she was hurt and that he was to blame. He thought of Fili and Kili’s teasing, and how she could have anyone that she desired. Why him? Gray had already began to streak his hair and beard. He wished he was younger and could give her Erebor. She was young, gorgeous, and absolutely perfect. As much as he wanted her, he was hurting her by staying. He then decided they would hunt in the morning and get food for their journey. They had already stayed too long and leaving this place could not come any sooner. If able, he would have
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 5 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 5
Chapter 5 ~ Moonlit Promises
When they walked into the clearing, Kale saw Balin on the cliff by the great Waterfall. Kili and Fili joined them and stood at Thorin’s side, supporting such a union. Elrond’s daughter, Arwen, stood with Kale. She had quickly made her a little bouquet from the flowers of the festival. Light green and white wrapped with a handle that made a bird’s nest shape on the top that looked as if the flowers sprouted from it. Kale’s eyes glistened at the sight of it and she hugged her friend closely.
“I too hope for a love like you have found one day, Kale,” she whispered and gave h
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 6 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 6
Chapter 6
She awoke alone. No warmth from his body, the cool night air filling the room as the curtains softly blew. Thunder and Lightning promised a storm was coming, and the air was filled with the scent of rain and she panicked.
“Thorin, Thorin,” she whispered.
She slipped from the bed and tripped on the sheets that had tangled around her feet making her fall to the floor. She pulled the cover over her chest in the darkness. The emptiness scared her.
“Thorin,” she cried again as the tears began to fall.
He was coming down the hall with a basket full of fruit when he heard her. A shot of icy panic shot down h
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 7 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 7
Chapter 7 ~ Fire and Flight
The day grew long and everyone seemed quiet as they made their way to the Misty Mountains. Gandalf finally met up with them later. The silence seemed deafening. The dwarves left Thorin at peace with his loss of her and somehow his grief bore into them. The weight of the world seemed to be on their shoulders.
A silver winged hawk took flight above them and they knew she had sent Aidan to be his guide. They were happy for their King but knew she was something that would not be discussed. Even their strongest and most admirable leader had a weakness.
They traveled onward, knowing the dangers that lie ahead. Now
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 8 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 8
Chapter 8 ~ Stolen Moments
Thorin awoke days later, stiff and bruised. A soft glowing light was coming from a fire in a hearth on the far side of the room and he blinked trying to remember where he was. He rubbed his eyes and blinked again as his vision adjusted to the lighting. He struggled to sit up and then gasped as he saw her lying by his side, her hand on his heart.
“Try not to wake her,” came a familiar voice from the corner of the room. It was Kili and Fili was standing at the fire smoking his pipe. They had not left his side.
“She has been exhausted from trying to heal you.” Thorin lay his head back
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 9 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 9
Chapter 9 ~ Beorn
As bags were packed and more tears shed, the day had finally come for their departure. Thorin was finally well enough to travel and was thankful it took him as long as it did. Gwaihir agreed that 14 of his eagles would carry them as far as they could out of the range of man and as close to the lonely mountain as they dared embark out of the sight of the dragon. This would help them make up for lost time.
Kale insisted that she go with him the part of the way the eagles flew and Thorin was not opposed since it would give them longer for her to be in his arms. He helped her onto Landroval, Gwaihir’s brother, and th
Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 10 by durinheir, literature
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Thorin's Heart ~ Chapter 10
Chapter 10 ~ A Stab of Betrayal
The next morning was foggy. The sky under the Carrock was an endless mist surrounding them. Kale had packed her bag, washed up, and ate without being told. She knew she would always ride on Gwaihir everywhere she went for the promise he made to Thorin. They were waiting on the landing beside the bench she sat with Thorin and watched the sunset. She smiled at the memory and then it quickly faded feeling the loss of his absence. She climbed onto Gwaihir, pulling her hood over her, and they took off into the rising sun. The wind was cool and this time there was no warmth from his body to keep her warm. Th