Chapter 12

Hey everyone. Sorry this is a bit late. I've been preparing for exams and my friend was very busy to edit but eventually she did. I struggled a bit with this chapter. I swear I almost pulled all my hair out, trying to find the right weapons for the girls. Anyway I hope you enjoy. Have fun. Onwards.

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Kate's Pov

We helped the dwarves down from the spit and out of the sacks. They got their stuff and weapons. I walked over to them.

"Is everyone okay? Sorry, we took forever."

Everyone nodded and I sighed with relief. We went back to the campsite and got our bags. I can't believe that happened. I knew it was going to, but it was still more scary than in the movies or books. At least everyone's okay. Once we had everything we went back to the troll statues. I noticed Thorin and Gandalf talking so I walked over to the girls, who were sitting near Fili and Kili. They noticed me and smiled.

"Well, that was an interesting night, right girls. Haven't had an all-nighter in a while." Lilith and I snickered at Renee's comment. I sat next to Lilith and leaned my head on her shoulder. I was so tired. Dealing with three trolls with the brain size of a nut is very exhausting. I'm beat. I looked over at the boys, specifically Fili.

I don't know why but I feel so drawn to him. I can't help but want to be near him all the time. He gets my heart racing and I just want him to hold me. To feel close to him. I know I can't allow myself to fall for him. He's a dwarf prince. I'm just me, a hobbit. What could I offer him? I sighed and looked away, hiding the tear that rolled down my face. Maybe this feeling will go away on its own. I could keep telling myself that but I know that it never will. Damn my heart for betraying me.

Third Pov

Gandalf explained that there should be a cave nearby that the trolls used during the day. They walked until they smelt something. It was so disgusting and inhumane. The girls were surprised they hadn't passed out from the smell. They walked until they stopped in front of the cave. The smell was so bad that they were tearing up. A few decided to stay out and keep watch while Thorin, Gandalf, Dwalin, Bofur, Nori, Gloin and the girls went inside. The girls walked around looking for something that might interest them.

Renee went looking around for new weapons because she left hers back home on Earth. She walked to a wall that had bows but one caught her attention. She picked it up and examined it. The bow was decorated with golden designs, making it seem enchanted in a way. The quiver was made of leather with the same designs. It looked strong and the arrows were unlike anything she had ever seen. They had beautiful red feathers, soft to the touch and the ends were golden. She knew that this was her new weapon. She strapped it to her back and continued looking around. She looked at the swords and picked one. She unsheathed it and fell utterly in love. It was just her length with a beautiful black handle. She sheathed it and put it on her belt.

Meanwhile, Lilith found something. She picked up the axe she found and examined it. The design was extraordinary, it was double sided. It was a bit heavy at first but eventually, she was able to hold it without any problems. It was also the perfect length for her so she didn't need to worry about accidentally hurting herself. She found a holder near it and it fit perfectly. She strapped to her back and continued looking around. She found a set of throwing axes even though she already had one. She took them anyway. Can never be too careful.

Katherine had found some daggers, a lot actually. She found a few long blades and strapped them to her belt. She also found some green blades that she knew Lilith would like as well as a few pairs for Renee. She walked around and stopped when she saw something near the back of the cave. She walked towards it and realised it was a sword and picked it up. She unsheathed it. The handle was black with a wolf head at the bottom. The blade itself was solver but became black near the tip. She smiled as she looked it over once more. This was her sword now. She sheathed it and strapped it to her belt.

She walked back to the girls and they heard Thorin and Gandalf talking as they were looking at some swords while Nori, Gloin and Bofur were burying a chest of gold or as they liked to call it 'A long-term deposit'.

They saw something glittered near them and walked towards it. There laid three beautiful necklaces. A red heart with dragon wings on either side and covered in silver, a blue gem carved like a wave with a silver circle frame surrounding it with small little diamonds and a green gem with vines and leaves in gold surrounding it. Renee took the red heart, Kate took the blue circle frame with the wave in the middle  and Lilith took the green gem with golden vines around it. They were absolutely beautiful. They put it on but as soon as they did, their eyes went white and they almost looked possessed.

They floated off the ground for a bit. The others were about to walk over to them but Gandalf stopped them. He felt so much power from them, especially from Renee. Finally, they fell on the ground. Bofur, Dwalin and Nori went to help them stand up. They looked at the girls with concern. Never had they seen something like that. The girls reassured them they were fine and walked to the entrance of the cave.

They sighed happily, taking in the fresh air and warm sun. They went to their packs and sat their weapons next to them. They then went over to Bilbo who was sitting on a huge rock. He smiled as he looked at them and made space for them on the rock where he was sitting.

"Hello, girls. Did you find anything interesting in the cave?"

They nodded and told him about what they found. Kate showed the daggers and long blades she had on her, Lilith showed him the throwing axes she found and Renee showed him her bow and arrows. Bilbo looked at them with such fascination. He was about to say something when he noticed the necklaces around their necks.

"Did you also find those in the cave?"

Kate nodded. "Yeah and the strangest thing happened. We were floating off the ground, we almost looked possessed. Or maybe we were. Anyway, we're fine. It was nothing serious, we promise Papa." The girls smiled at him, knowing that he was going to worry. He hugged his daughters before standing up and walking around. The girls went back to their bags and sat next to them. As they did, Fili and Kili came over to them, grinning like absolute idiots. Oh wait they are but so are we. The girls however are the top idiots of the group. Kili sat near Renee and Fili next to Kate. Both girls were trying not to die at that moment. Kate leaned her head on Fili's shoulder, making him wrap an arm around her. Renee and Lilith looked at each other, smirking at how obvious Kate was.

"I see you guys found some new weapons." Kili grinned at them. The girls showed them their new weapons. Fili, Kate and Lilith were walking about the weapons. Renee showed Kili her new bow and arrows. He examined them. He looked so focused. Renee could feel her heart beating out of her chest and turned away so that he wouldn't see her now red face. He gave it back to her with a smile.

"These should be perfect for you to use. Wanna practise?" Kili stood up and offered his hand. Renee took it and picked up her bow and arrows. They went a bit further into the forest. They found the perfect spot and Kili drew a target on one of the trees.

Renee got into position and was about to get one of her arrows when she felt hands on her hips, she turned and looked at Kili. He helped fix her position while Renee was trying not to blush. She notched an arrow and concentrated. She could feel Kili's breath on her neck and his hands on her hips. She was trying to keep it together but she was having a very hard time. Kili could see and smirked, feeling proud that he could make her feel this way. He leaned closer and whispered in her ear.

"Relax, It's just me. You're doing great. Now release."

She released and the arrow went in the centre of the target. She smiled and turned to her left, breath hitched when she realised how close Kili was. She had never been this close to a guy before. They continued to look into each other's eyes. It was as if they were the only two and everything just seemed to slow down. Kilis hands were on her hips, his breath on her neck as he looked into her eyes. Her knees almost gave out, but Kili just pulled her closer to him, wrapping his arms around her waist to secure her. Her bow fell on the floor as she moved her hands to his chest. She knew what she felt for Kili but she was scared of the repercussions. He looked at her lips and leaned forward. It felt like something was pulling them together. They heard rustling in the trees and moved away from each other. Renee looked and saw Lilith looking at them with a smirk. She cleared her throat and Renee mumbled an apology before grabbing her bow and arrows. She glared at Lilith before walking to the others.

Kili was still trying to process what just happened. He almost kissed her. He knew he felt drawn to her but he didn't know why. He realised that he liked her. He turned towards the direction she walked off. Lilith came up to him, causing him to look at her.

"So did I interrupt your little moment? Don't worry Kili, she likes you. I know my sister like the back of my hand. She's just scared. Trust me, she will admit it to herself. Just give her some time. But do know that if you hurt her, I will ensure that you die a slow, painful death. She's been through a lot. Just be gentle with her please." She patted his shoulder before walking to join the others, him following behind her.

He thought about Lilith's words. He wanted to know what she meant. He knew that Renee wasn't going to tell him just yet. Or ever. He knew he had to be patient but that's not exactly his strong suit. He walked over to where Fili was standing. Everyone was talking amongst themselves but his gaze gravitated towards Renee. She was laughing at something Kate said. Her laugh was beautiful and her smile was absolutely breath taking. He couldn't help but smile at her.

Suddenly there was a sound, alerting everyone that something was coming their way. Everyone got out their weapons in case of an attack. Riding at full speed through the trees, Radagast the Brown is led by a rabbit-drawn sledge. He bursts through the woods, startling the Company.

"Thieves! Fire! Murder!"

Radagast had abruptly stopped, to a halt. The dwarves all had their weapons withdrawn. They looked to Gandalf for an explanation of this odd sight. The girls just watched on in amusement.

"Radagast! It's Radagast the Brown." Gandalf walked towards his fellow wizard.

"What on earth are you doing here?"

"I was looking for you, Gandalf. Something's wrong, something's terribly wrong."

"Yes?"

Radagast opened his mouth ready to speak, but then completely forgot what he had to say. He kept trying but no luck. The girls shook their heads while the dwarves just looked completely uncomfortable and confused.

"Just give me a minute. Oh, I've had a thought and now I've lost it. It was right there, on the tip of my tongue. Oh, it's not a thought at all. It's just a little" He opened his mouth and Gandalf pulled out a little insect," stick insect." Gandalf handed Radagast the insect. The dwarves looked completely disgusted, as did Bilbo. The girls were trying not to laugh.

Gandalf smoked on his pipe with a grave expression. He and Radagast had gone off several paces from the dwarves.

"The Greenwood is sick, Gandalf. A darkness has fallen over it. Nothing grows anymore, at least nothing good. The air is foul with decay. But worse are the webs."

"Webs? What do you mean?"

"Spiders, Gandalf. Giant ones. Some kind of spawn of Ungoliant, or I am not a wizard. I followed their trail. They came from Dol Guldur."

"Dol Guldur? But the old fortress is abandoned."

"No, Gandalf, Tis not."

"A dark power dwells in there, such as I have never felt before. It is the shadow of an ancient horror. One that can summon the spirits of the dead. I saw him, Gandalf, from out of the dark. A Necromancer has come." Radagast jumped up in fright of the awful memory.

"Sorry."

"Try a little old Toby. It will help settle your nerves." Gandalf cleaned off his pipe before giving it to Radagast who inhaled, becoming crossed eyes as he did. Gandalf looked at him, taking away the pipe.

"And out." Smoke came out of Radagast' s nose and ears. He looked a lot calmer now.

"Now, a Necromancer? Are you sure?"

Radagast pulled out a narrow cloth-wrapped package from his robes. Gandalf unties it and looks inside. Inside was a black dagger. He looked up, concerned. The girls could feel just how powerful and dark it was. They put their hands on their heads as they moaned in pain.

"That is not from the world of the living."

From the distance, wargs howled causing the dwarves to perk up in alarm. The girls looked at each other. They knew what was going to happen. They already had their bags and weapons. They just weren't too excited about running for their lives. They hate running but Karma's a bitch.

"Was that a wolf? Are there wolves out there?"

"Wolf? No, that is not a wolf."

From behind a nearby crag, a warg appeared. It leapt into the midst of the Company, savage and ferocious. Thorin buried his sword into its neck, killing it.

Another charged from behind. Kili and Renee drew an arrow, shooting down the beast. It attempted to pick itself back up, but Dwalin brought his hammer down upon it. The warg died with a whimper.

"Warg scouts! Which means an Orc pack is not far behind."

"Orc pack?"

"Who did you tell about your quest, beyond your kin?"

"No one."

"Who did you tell?"

"No one, I swear. What in Durin's name is going on?"

"You are being hunted!"

"We have to get out of here."

"We can't! We have no ponies, they've bolted! I'll draw them off."

"These are Gundabad Wargs, they will outrun you!"

The girls smirked, knowing what Radagast' s response would be.

"These are Rhosgobel rabbits! I'd like to see them try."

The girls were not ready but they had no choice. It was either run or stay and be killed, maybe even eaten. They made sure their laces were tied nice and tight and looked at each other. This was about to be the craziest thing they have done in a long time but what's life without a little risk? Lord please keep us in your prayers as we literally run for our lives. 

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Who else enjoyed Renee and Kili's Little moment? I know I did. Anyway we got a peak at the girls feelings for the chaotic princes. What do you all think about their weapons? i think it compliments them well. And the necklaces, I struggled to find just the right ones. I had a lot of trouble writing those parts because I have no experience whatsoever. I leave that to my bestie, Chloe but I tried. Anyway I should have the next chapter up very soon. I hope you enjoyed it. Byeeeeeeee.

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