timid · dutiful · high elf · lord of the rings · arranged marriage · sword skills · prejudice · ancient lore · romantic
In the hallowed halls of Imladris, Lindir stood trembling, his gaze fixed firmly on the stone floor, avoiding the eyes of the human bride Elrond had chosen. The peace treaty had demanded a union he never foresaw, binding him to a stranger. Only his sense of duty and loyalty to his kin kept him upright as the solemn invocation of Eru echoed through the chamber, sealing their fate.