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| Discretion by Bodkin | 174 Review(s) |
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| elliska | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| So Glrofindel managed to find a way to at least partially save face?! Why does that not surprise me. :-) ‘You would rather be suspected of bewitching the Aftercomers’ young in order to devour them than be known to have wandered into Lord Finwë’s council in your night shift demanding that he take you to the privy,’ Glorfindel said with certainty. ‘You have a reputation to maintain.’ ROTFL! Hilarious image, that is! ‘It would seem that we all want what we cannot have,’ he remarked. ‘I would like the chance to hear tales of my youth from those who cared for me.’ And this was very moving...very sad. Poor Elrond. But you give him that in Earendil's Tale. :-) This was wonderful, Bodkin! Author Reply: Well - I think he was wise enough to see that this was a battle that could go on indefinitely. Better to concede - while knowing that he was really winning - and make peace. If Galadriel has been forced to listen to too many of those sorts of stories, it's not surprising she feels that Glorfindel has got off lightly. And Elrond has probably - almost definitely - gained more than he has lost there in the West. At least he has Celebrian and his sons - and their families. And his parents and paternal grandparents are there. (But I think he wants Maglor and Gil-galad.) Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it - this has been a lot of fun. | |
| Dot | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| Am I the only one who howled with laughter at the idea of Galadriel thinking that Glorfindel’s delight in being an elf of mystery was a little overdone??? I imagine that ellyth will think such stories of his childhood sweet, though. And it’s rather touching to think that he’s still a nervous elfling beneath everything. Maybe it was easier to create a persona in M-e than back here in the Blessed Realm. ‘You could,’ she acknowledged amiably. ‘But can they really say anything worse of me than many of the stories that have been repeated over the yeni?’ Uuhhh, well some childhood tales would still be interesting. Especially to her husband, I imagine. See, I get the point about Elrond not being as much at fault as Glorfindel because Glorfindel allowed it to happen in the first place, but Elrond didn’t actually know that Glorfindel knew for a long time, so he probably should have said something. But if Glorfindel is the one chosen for revenge, then so be it! ‘It would seem that we all want what we cannot have,’ he remarked. ‘I would like the chance to hear tales of my youth from those who cared for me.’ Bodkin! I was grinning away at this chapter and then I welled up at this point! Not that it gave Glorfindel much perspective… ‘your apparent concession will frighten them at least as much as their smiles worried you.' Yes! That’s what I was thinking. If Glorfindel apologises, it might seem like he’s giving in, and then the twins will be completely convinced that he has something up his sleeve – the perfect revenge!! ‘And a defeat that does not appear to be a defeat is a form of victory, is it not? And a victory that seems to be a defeat is still a victory.’ Um, absolutely. However you need to convince yourself, Glorfindel. So is that it? Is that really it?! Anyway, great ending – or should I say “ending”? – and thank you for such a fun story that brightened up my day on many occasions :-) Author Reply: Maybe it takes one drama queen to know another! I imagine Galadriel and Glorfindel stepping round each other quite carefully - each knowing far too much about how the other's brain works. If I were an elleth I would find the elfling tales very appealing. Even the tales of youthful misdemeanour. Perhaps that's one of the reasons that Glorfindel doesn't want them spread. He might have to go off and explore more of the distant forest in order to escape the squads of drooling maidens. H'mm. Perhaps Celeborn should have gone off on a quest for Galadriel's childhood tales rather than to bond with the forest. The Elrond / Glorfindel discovery scene happened quite soon after the event, I think - while the twins were still pretty young. But I think Elladan and Elrohir's respect for the natural order of things - Elrond as Adar and lord - might incline them to pick on Glorfindel rather than him. And maybe Elrond did talk to them - I just couldn't have too many apology scenes without getting boring. Maybe Elrond and Celeborn and the twins and Legolas shared a few bottles of wines and talked about Legolas's impressive performance against Galadriel and mourned the absence of A & A. It seems impossible to write a whole elf story without banging into some piece of melancholy. But Elrond is happier now than he has been in a long time. He would, I think, just like to gather together all those people who are important to him and protect them. If I were the twins I would be scared if Glorfindel smiled back and appeared to give in. A perfect retaliation to a perfect revenge! This is it. For now. Any more twists will be part of another tale. Thank you - I am so pleased you enjoyed it. | |
| Redheredh | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| Delightful ending! A wonderful tale you have told! But that remark... the nervous elfling still persisted under the disguise of a great elf-lord returned to defend his king's House. Interesting choice of word: disguise over guise. So, you do not think that the Valar sent Glorfindel back to keep Elrond safe? Did they know he would face the Witch-King and warn against the folly of trying to destroy this creature? Did they know he would help save Frodo's life and foil the return of the Ring to Sauron? Did the Valar even send him back? Hmmm... Perhaps there is something more in his past he does not wish laid bare. However, Elrond wishing that there was someone there who could embarass him with his childhood foilables was really touching. Like everyone, I am sorry to see this end. But, it was a fun trip and it means you will be getting back to your other stories and we can be glad about that. ;D Thank you again for being so kind as to write this very amusing story! Author Reply: I hadn't spent any time pondering over the difference between guise / disguise. Glorfindel - to me - is unquestionably a great elf-lord. Whether he always is to himself - is probably a different matter. People often see themselves quite differently. Maybe he finds being a legend a little difficult to cope with at times. For a reason? Dunno. What do you think? I just can't help it with Elrond - there are so many parts of his life where you just wish you could take away the pain. But he has Celebrian back and the twins and Earendil and Elwing are around. And he has learnt better than most to deal with the absences. Thank you - I have enjoyed writing this. But it had to end before it lost momentum. Still there's always the possibility of a sequel of some kind! I think maybe a chapter of Arwen next - since it's sitting there already finished! The C&G one is seeking inspiration! | |
| Ellie | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| Oh, that was wonderful! I like your suggestion that Glorfindel is a bit shy and vulnerable beneath his lordly, powerful exterior. Too cute! Author Reply: If he was really as shiny perfect as he seems, it might make him a little less attractive. And we wouldn't want that! A touch of insecurity - and a few elfling stories - and the ellyth will be swarming. Thank you. This has been such a fun story to write. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| Galadriel in her nightshift, wishing to be taken to the privy? Lovely image there, I must say. Now, to see if the story will let you be.... Author Reply: She's a character it's hard to imagine as a child. Though I think she could have been quite . . . challenging, even then. This is it. On this one anyway. A sequel, on the other hand . . . | |
| perelleth | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| LOL This detached bantering had me snickering all the way! Now Glorfindel is at the same stage the twins were when they trying to pretend nothing had happened. But I'm really appaled by ELrond's cheek! :-)HE'sat least as guilty as Glrofindel! PIty this is getting to and end, bodkin, it's very amusing! :-) Author Reply: It can't go on for ever. Although I was thinking in the car that Indiscretion would be a good title for a sequel . . . Elrond isn't quite as guilty as Glorfindel - Glorfindel was there when it happened. He was the one tacitly encouraging the sons of Elrond to pick up a more interesting and versatile vocabulary. Elrond just . . . didn't do anything to discourage them later, after they'd already picked up the bad habits. And who taught the twins their skills? I can't imagine they learned from their adar how best to torment their associates. No. Glorfindel is reaping what he has sown. (Good thing they all love each other dearly. They're FAMILY.) Thank you for enjoying the journey. And so it ends. | |
| daw the minstrel | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| I saw that you boldly stamped this story "complete." We'll see! Elrond is right. If Glorfindel apologized, the twins will relent. They're much too fine to torment someone who's said he's sorry. And Galadriel is right. There's no one like our parents for trotting out stories (and pictures) that make us want to moan and cry. Author Reply: This is complete. Line drawn. Of course it doesn't mean there can't be a sequel. It occurred to me that Indiscretion would make a good title. Now all it needs is a story! I think Glorfindel will be encouraged to talk to the twins. On a non-threatening basis - and they will all agree that the water has long since passed under the bridge. Won't stop either side teasing though. They enjoy it too much. Imagine coming back to your parents after over 6000 years of independence - only to find they're still telling that story about the potty and goldfish. Enough to make you want to set sail again. Thank you. This was a fun ride - but it is complete. It is. | |
| Jay of Lasgalen | Reviewed Chapter: 14 on 9/29/2005 |
| Glorfindel is still twitchy, isn't he? Every time the twins laugh, he thinks he's the subject. There's more than a touch of vanity there - or paranoia. I rather liked this exchange: ‘It is not so much the childhood memories,’ Galadriel remarked with detachment, ‘as what might follow them.’ ‘Just because your life is an open book, Eärendilion,’ Glorfindel said in a low voice, ‘does not mean that we all wish our past laid bare.’ Hmm. One might almost think the perfect Glorfindel had something to hide! (Oh, look - is that another plot bunny escaping into the undergrowth?) Author Reply: It was suggested to me (!!!) that Glorfindel might have some stories he was a little more nervous about making public knowledge - and it seemed such a good idea. I don't know what they are though - he wouldn't tell me - just stood with his arms folded looking quizzical. But it would explain why a few tales of his childhood have got him twitchy. I think that for his own peace of mind he needs to come to an agreement with Elladan and Elrohir. When he thinks about it, he'll know that Galadriel could have revealed much more. Of course, when they think about it, the twins will know that too! Finished this! Any new inspirations will have to find a sequel somewhere. Thank you for coming along for the ride. | |
| Redheredh | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 9/28/2005 |
| Goodness gracious, every line of this chapter is a gem! The writing makes this episode just sparkle. Glad to hear that Nimloth was not coached and is merely clever. So, it takes the ellyth to be grown-ups and keep things from getting out of hand, does it? I wonder if Glorfy still uses the thumb-sucking thing as a remedy for insomnia. ;) Hmm, I also wonder if it was an also youthful Idril for whom he demonstrated his budding lingual aplomb? Warriors do have a tendency be unbridled in expressing their admiration of a lady's assets as well as their frustration at unwanted annoyances. But for now, revenge is theirs and they are happy and that's nice. Next is last... :( Author Reply: I'm glad you enjoyed it - I was rather worried that the stories wouldn't be too exciting. Elrohir wouldn't coach Nimloth - what a bad example that would be for an elfling who can be difficult at the best of times! - but he might have suggested that she greet her Daeradar and Glorfindel. Just in case she came out with something that would nudge Glorfindel into worrying a little. Ahh - the image of mighty warrior and all-round shiny elf Glorfindel sucking his thumb! Maybe that is why he's never married. Teaching cuss words to an equally young Idril! That would be entertaining. Perhaps he did. And was caught by Elenwe - who was shocked, thus sending Turgon into overdrive. This is a good moment for the twins. They feel in control. Which is just what they need after the recent revelations. Thank you. I'm now off to post the last part! | |
| Dot | Reviewed Chapter: 13 on 9/28/2005 |
| ‘If he did not taste good enough for a Balrog to finish, he will certainly not be tasty enough for us.’ ROTFL!! That has to be one of the best lines I’ve come across. By the way, where does Glorfindel live now? I may have missed that in your stories somewhere… I knew Nimloth wasn’t coached. Although, I’d say they may have conveniently let her hear just enough that if she let it slip, then… all the better! Ok, they have to keep Celebrían out of it. I suppose she can’t really help Glorfindel (Valar help them if she did!) after her role in her sons’ embarrassment but she certainly could put a stop to it all. Legolas is right that Glorfindel will probably presume he’s involved. And they’re probably all a little annoyed at young Thranduilion. Except Celeborn, who’s mightily impressed with the way he spoke to his wife! The Glorfindel stories are hilarious. It’ll be very odd if he’s ever reunited with his family. Asfaloth!! LOL. Although, I do feel bad about the dreams of fire and cold :-( But these tales are perfect for a night with the family in Elrond’s Hall of Fire/Air/Stories/Family/Whatever. 'We are rank amateurs, my friend. But amateurs with connections in high places.' Amateurs? I think not! But their connections are certainly useful! Still, I imagine it’s only so long that Glorfindel can wait before he has to take matters into his own hands. I’m just wondering who’s going to be most satisfied by the outcome! :-) Author Reply: Where does Glorfindel live. H'mm. (Smiles blankly.) He's roaming a lot. And he spends quite a lot of time in Elrond's house, which is the place he leaves his possessions. So I suppose that is what he considers his home. But he is also spending a lot of time visiting a variety of people from his past. Elrohir is not foolhardy enough to coach Nimloth deliberately. But a 'Go and greet your Daeradar', might have crossed his lips - while he hoped that she would come out with what was on her mind. Aewlin probably would have thought twice before speaking. She is more tactful. Usually. E2 know how far Celebrian would let them go - and they are themselves averse to cruelty. They won't mention Glorfindel's heart-wrenching dreams, for instance, although they will happily talk of the thumb-sucking. And tell piggy stories. Poor Legolas. He started this with the best of motives and has found himself wallowing in quicksand. But at least he has established himself as an adult in the eyes of Celeborn and Galadriel. Which their grandsons might never achieve. There's only one more part - so Glorfindel can't do much to get his own back. At least, not here! | |