Written for JunoMagic's "Alphabet Challenge"

Rebellion

            “Books?  You wish me to copy more books?  But, Bilbo, it’s beautiful and the sun is shining, the sky is fair, the weather balmy!  I’ve copied six books in the past year, and all I wish to do for the next few weeks is to walk by the Water and perhaps swim a bit, and soak up the sunshine!”

            Frodo rolled up his sleeves to show his arms.  “Look at this: absolutely pale white.  I need some sunshine!  I need some fresh air!  I need to lie atop the Hill and watch clouds.”  So saying, he threw down his nib.