My Little Greenleaf ~ Little Legolas - Chapter 35: Chapter 35

Legolas scampered along the forest floor quietly, making sure to keep out of sight. He was determined to find his Ada and wasn't going to give up until he did.
He listened for any sound of the king as he wandered around the forest, but no luck. Legolas huffed and headed to another tree to look.
Now, he trudged along much slower. He focused on picking his legs up, one after another. Tiredness crept up on him and he yawned. Blinking several times, Legolas kept walking and didn't see the other elf heading straight toward him.
So they ran right into one another. Both tumbled to the ground in surprise. The older elf scrambled to his feet before helping Legolas as well. Her auburn hair was silky and smooth even though she just fell to the ground.
She frowned and spoke, her voice light, "I am so sorry, little one. I didn't see you there."
Legolas stared up at her in awe, mesmerized.
She seemed to notice that he wasn't harmed and smiled. "What is your name? I don't think I've seen you here before."
Legolas snapped out of it and blushed. He looked down at his feet and that caused the elf maiden's smile to widen. "Uh...L-Legolas. My name's Legolas," he mumbled.
The elf bent down and introduced herself, "It is a pleasure to meet you, Legolas. My name is Amarilyn. But you can call me Lyn."
He looked at her finally and waved.
"Where are you from?" She asked.
"The Woodland Realm," he answered, starting to regain his courage.
"I see. Well, what are you doing out here by yourself so late in the night?" Amarilyn asked. She straightened to her full height and smoothed out her dress.
"N-Nothing." The little prince answered hurriedly.
Amarilyn crossed her arms. "Oh, really?"
"Yup. Nothing at all," he repeated.
"I see. So you wouldn't mind if I escorted you back to your room?" She suggested.
"Oh no! You can't do that!" Legolas exclaimed.
"Why not?"
"Because...I-" Legolas stopped himself, realizing he had been about to tell her.
"Because why?"
"Oh fine..." Legolas huffed, "I'm going to find my Ada so he can tuck me in bed cause someone else did and they weren't supposed to. Only he is supposed to tuck me in bed." He explained in a rush, hoping she wouldn't make him go back to bed.
She tapped her chin, thinking through his words. "Hmm, I see. Well, let's go find him then, shall we?" A grin crept onto her face.
"You'll help me?"
"I suppose so, since I'm sure you don't want to go back to bed without him."
"Yes," Legolas responded determinedly, "I'm not going back to bed unless Ada tucks me in."
Amarilyn nodded and held out her hand. Legolas grabbed it and they started walking through the dim woods. The towering trees overhead made it hard for the moonlight to break through, causing the forest floor to be considerably darker.
"Why was your Ada here?" Amarilyn asked after a couple of minutes.
"He had to talk to the Lady and Lord, I think."
"I might know where they are then." Amarilyn said.
Once they arrived at the base of the tree, Amarilyn stopped him. "I think they may be at the top."
"Thanks, Lyn." Legolas grinned cheekily and pulled her towards the stairs leading to the top.
He pulled her hurriedly up the stairs until the reached the top where set on a large platform, resided Galadriel, Celeborn, and Thranduil.
As Legolas' eyes landed on his Ada, he squealed and raced over to him. Thranduil froze, surprised and confused.
He picked Legolas up and set him down in his lap before addressing him, "Legolas, what are you doing out of bed?"
"I wanted you to tuck me in!" The elfling exclaimed.
"You should not have gotten out of bed," Thranduil scolded.
Legolas' lip turned to a pout, "But Ada, I couldn't go to sleep," he argued.
Thranduil shook his head in disbelief, "How did you find me anyway?"
Legolas instantly pointed to Amarilyn who stood respectfully towards the edge of the steps. He waved her over and she obliged, standing next to him in after a moment.
"This is Amarilyn. She helped me find you." Legolas explained.
Thranduil raised an eyebrow, "Well then say thank you." He instructed.
"Oh, yah. Thanks, Lyn." Legolas said sincerely.
"You're welcome, Legolas." Amarilyn answered.
Thranduil frowned and stood abruptly, "Excuse me? Who do you think you are?" He demanded, scowling at Amarilyn.
She looked shocked stumbled back one step. "I don't understand."
"You are just an elf," he spat out, "And you need to learn your place."
Lady Galadriel stood gracefully, "King Thranduil, calm down, please."
"K-King? I-I am so sorry," Amarilyn stuttered, finally understanding.
Thranduil's scowl deepened, "Yes, King. Are you dull?"
"Ada, why are you angry?" Legolas interjected.
"Quiet, Legolas."
Legolas looked down, obeying.
Amarilyn bowed, "My lord, I had no idea. Please forgive me."
Lady Galadriel sighed, "Please leave, Amarilyn." She requested.
Amarilyn quickly obliged and left the platform.
Thranduil sat back down, the scowl finally leaving his face. Legolas looked up at him, his lip quivering.
Lady Galadriel lowered herself back down onto her chair as well, "King Thranduil, it is quite obvious the girl did not intentionally disrespect you or Legolas."
Thranduil rubbed his forehead and eyes tiredly, "I...realize that. I shouldn't have acted like that."
"Ada, please don't be mad at Lyn. I didn't tell her I was a prince. Cause then she would treat me differently." The elfling frowned and itched his nose.
"But you are a prince. She needs to treat you like one." Thranduil insisted.
"Ada-" Legolas whined.
"Legolas, please. Let's just talk about this tomorrow." Thranduil slowly stood up and picked up Legolas, "Let's just get you to bed, okay?"
Legolas nodded, resigned, and curled his arms around his Ada's neck.
They walked down the winding steps and into the forest floor. It was a short walk back to Legolas' room, and soon he was back in bed, snuggled under his covers.
Thranduil leaned down and kissed him on the forehead. "Sleep good, ion nin."
"You...too." Legolas mumbled and rolled over, curling tighter around the blankets.
Thranduil smiled faintly and turned towards the door. He closed it with a inaudible click and headed back along the calm forest floor.