elandulin has posted Chapter 8 of "A Secret Gate" at Stories of Arda:
http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=5217&cid=22356 Merry finds himself recounting a bit of family history to the grandchildren...
And trust me, if you enjoy wee!hobbits, there is an adorable OC in this chapter who will capture your heart.