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"I would be most happy to do so - if Tar-Corondir does not object" replied Mithalwen to Marigold, sitting down before Snaveling could object. I had wondered about continuing my journey today but in light of the weather I think I shall delay - I am not likely to find much in the way of dry rooves and pleasant company until I reach Rivendell so I shall make the most of both while I may." She smiled at the hobbit child and gestured to Ruby for service. "I find I am developing a taste for tea - perhaps you both will join me ?"
When Ruby had taken her order for drinks and cake - (which Marigold had earnestly promised would not spoil her apetite for lunch), Mithalwen turned her attention to the hobbit child who was clearly enraptured by her mere presence. It did not take Elvish insight to know that she was near bursting with questions.
"Well, Miss Marigold, what may I tell you about elves?" ,she looked seriously at the child and pushed her silver hair behind her ears. "or perhaps Tar-Corondir here has already told you all about us". She had not forgotten his comment about elves living in dreams.
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