Galadriel/Halbrand. Mature. In Progress [1/3] Chapter 1: As I Am Today
“I feel at peace here.” Halbrand says simply. But heaviness lies on what he omits. His peace cannot last. - Eregion, after Halbrand is healed. The fate of the rings is decided between stolen kisses and promises.
In the meadow of Eregion, peace breeds flowers and roots bask in the last rays of sunlight—everything Galadriel fights to preserve. The singing leaves and dancing winds echo the harmony of nature, tranquility woven into the very fabric of the land, even in the face of decay. It’s a place where ancient trees whisper tales of her people, and in their melodies, Galadriel finds belonging.
Footsteps sound behind her, the soft crush of fallen leaves betraying his approach.
“Halbrand,” she calls without looking.
He chuckles and she pictures teeth sinking into his lower lip.