One Ring. Accidental Voice

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Sam? Samwise Gamgee?

... What an awful mistake I've made. Things all went black, and a sharp pain filled me, deep in my back and heart and encompassed me whole. This place, it isn't the place I left. This is not the tunnel, not even the mountain pass.

This strange book, and these strange wings... what has happened to me? More aches, pains unfamiliar, are stuck in me, now. They run not as deep, but are strong enough for remembering. My task... no guide, no companion, my Sam... not even the voice in my head to give me any guide. The weight of the eye is gone, but now what am I to do?

Sam, oh Sam, I'm so sorry... I'm so sorry...

Comments

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

A voice? [so, so curious about that... but--aches and pains.] Are you hurt, sir?

[harthad.livejournal.com]

I thought I was... but my body is merely very sore, miss.

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

That's one good thing at least. I'm Aerith. Has anyone told you what's going on yet?

[harthad.livejournal.com]

I have been imparted bits and pieces, but I imagine the rest will fall upon me quickly.

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

You can always ask for help if you need it. We were all new once.

[harthad.livejournal.com]

I will keep it in mind... but, for now, I feel I'd rather have it all learned at a slow pace.

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

That's all right. Good luck, then.

Make sure you get some rest. You sound like you need it.

[harthad.livejournal.com]

Are there any inns?

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

They'll let you sleep at the Welcome Center, there's a few beds there. And really, you can stay in any apartment if it's not already taken. I know it's strange, but there's nothing to pay for.

[harthad.livejournal.com]

... For now, the Welcome Center. Once I've found my clothes and bag, I think a rest would be good for me.