The Vigil:

[baileymoyes]

Part Twenty
Please see chapter one for synopsis.
Pairing: Aragorn/Legolas
Rated: PG13
Disclaimer: I borrow these characters from J.R.R. Tolkien with love and respect.
Thank you, Jean.
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“Well, Faramir,” Aragorn said, as he came into the courtyard. “It seems you are a more than adequate deputy for your sire.”

Comments

[tmelange]

This story is so very fine, in every way. It really is one of the best pieces of LotR fiction that I've ever read. What made this chapter for me was Aragorn's reaction to Legolas killing the Umbaran -- not only that he had closed a path to cure his mother, but that Aragorn took it as a sign that Legolas had no true feelings for him, as evidenced by the way he sacrificed someone he had so recently been bedding. That was a marvelous nuance, and such a complex reaction--the like of which you don't usually find in fanfic.

Bravo on this. I'm so happy to see more of this story. I only wish you were able to update it...every day! :))

[baileymoyes]

Thank you so very much, Theresa. Vigil does take longer to percolate to the top of my brain; probably because of the qualities you mention. Vigil has some action, but it's less narrative driven than my usual LotR fics, and more... I'll use your words... complex reactions.

I'm so glad you like it.

[tmelange]

I just want to say one more time (LOL) how impressed I am with the complexity of that reaction. Everything in this chapter was outstanding, from the language to the execution -- especially the scene between Legolas and Haldir, and the way you demonstrated the impact of the bond through Legolas' perspective. I love bond fics and can't remember reading one that was executed half as well in...I don't know -- a long ass time

[oceansecrets2]

Ah, Connie, I so love your sarcastic Vigil -

“You are without doubt the rudest of Galadrim, but I remind myself that you have been among the humans for some time now.”

“I was rude before ever I met my first Man,” Legolas answered.

And you so have Aragorn's fluctuating emotions down, from his moments of confidence - Perhaps one day another young Man would face an enemy and remember how Aragorn of Gondor acquitted himself. If so, it would be better if Aragorn did not fail - to the return of his self-doubt - He was not a worthy son; how could he hope to serve all Gondor, if he could not even fulfill his filial duties? I don't care if you only post once a month, I'm in no hurry for this wonderful tale to end.

[krazykitten46]

It seems that Legolas has not sealed Aragorn's heart to him yet if one occurance can drive them apart. I don't know what will become of the Queen but Romen can do no more harm and Boromir will not be held responsible for his actions. As far as I'm concerned they could leave the Steward where he is, he has been little help in the current struggle and only holds Aragorn back. Great story, finely woven intrigue.

bon

[dreamerswings42]

SOB!!!! Oh no Legolas "needs" to be with Aragorn. Oh the humanity! What an awful turn of events. ;-(

Great chapter! xoxoxo

Yowsa

[enchantr]

Once again, the subtle nuances of language - both dialog and body language - are so well conveyed that I felt as if I were standing right there eavesdropping on Legolas and Haldir. Kudoes and huzzah - and more please when you get time and energy.

Marti