Then you will have done the best you can, and none can say you did not try. [ firm ] The consequences will be on their own heads, then. [ Something dark flickers in his voice at that - for above Clarisse, above himself... he blames the Seelie Queen for Celegorm's death ]
But I think they will - they seem good folk. Certainly, Legolas has had no trouble, but then again, as I said, the People of the Wood have a unique perspective, in that regard. Always a good idea to have in a garden. [ He nods ] But grow things for pleasure too, little builder - fruit and flower may bring ease even in the hard times... and you may be grateful for the fruit in the lean!
Hm? Alcalasse? It means... mm, Bright, Glorious. You shine, Ariadne.
[ The bit of darkness in his voice makes her shiver, unseen by the locket. This is war -- this is what will happen, one by one, unless she can do something. ]
Oh, I will! Apples should be okay, right? With the weather? And... I always liked sunflowers, when I was younger.
[ Oh. She ducks her head, cheeks red; when she speaks, the pleased embarrassment is clear. ] Thank you.
[ There, finally, she's won a smile, although she cannot see it ]
Perhaps, or perhaps not. There is something to be said, little builder, about the thought of you lying amidst a field of golden sunflowers, reaching high above your head in a bright cloud.
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Date: 2014-08-05 08:37 am (UTC)But I think they will - they seem good folk. Certainly, Legolas has had no trouble, but then again, as I said, the People of the Wood have a unique perspective, in that regard. Always a good idea to have in a garden. [ He nods ] But grow things for pleasure too, little builder - fruit and flower may bring ease even in the hard times... and you may be grateful for the fruit in the lean!
Hm? Alcalasse? It means... mm, Bright, Glorious. You shine, Ariadne.
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Date: 2014-08-06 02:42 am (UTC)Oh, I will! Apples should be okay, right? With the weather? And... I always liked sunflowers, when I was younger.
[ Oh. She ducks her head, cheeks red; when she speaks, the pleased embarrassment is clear. ] Thank you.
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Date: 2014-08-06 06:48 am (UTC)Sunflowers? Aye, bright and golden - they would suit you, I think.
[ a soft amused huff ] I speak as I see, Ariadne, no need for thanks. But I am glad you approve.
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Date: 2014-08-07 02:09 am (UTC)Even without being an expert, you've been very helpful.
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Date: 2014-08-07 05:31 am (UTC)Perhaps, or perhaps not. There is something to be said, little builder, about the thought of you lying amidst a field of golden sunflowers, reaching high above your head in a bright cloud.
Thank you.
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Date: 2014-08-07 07:01 am (UTC)I'll let you know if the dryads reply to me, okay?
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Date: 2014-08-07 07:36 am (UTC)But I would be glad to know their answer.
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Date: 2014-08-07 07:57 am (UTC)audio; private
Date: 2014-08-07 08:14 am (UTC)[ If I am still here he does not say. ]