The Lonely Star -- Chapter 4

[piosenniel]

Mithadan grabbed the Elf's hand, and yawned widely again. He made his excuses to the gathered crowd, saying they were tired from their long climb up the mountain, and hurried her to the skiff, heading for the Star. He waved back at the assembly, the ring on his right hand catching the sun's light. Tuor nudged Idril, who laughed in delight.

Coral and Shell frowned at the retreating pair. 'Hey! Where are they going? We haven't even had supper yet. They can't be tired!' Azraph and Daisy smiled at each other, and stepped forward to take the two little girls by the hand.

'Leave them to their rest, you two.' admonished Daisy. 'We'll see them later.'

'Come!' laughed Azraph, glancing once at Phura. 'We have a party to plan, and you two must think what you would like to do for it.'

Coral looked at Shell, and their little voices piped in unison. 'Fireworks!' they said, eyes gleaming at the prospect. 'Pretty fireworks for Pio!

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