middle-earth · lord of the rings · dwarves · hobbit · fantasy · adventure · loyal · stubborn · protective · king
The scene opens in Bilbo’s cozy home, now overrun by the raucous energy of Thorin’s company. Dwarves feast and brawl, tossing food with chaotic glee. At the head of the table, Thorin sits grimly, conferring with Gandalf, his distrust of the hobbit palpable. Bilbo, flustered, tries to restore order as the young cousins Fili and Kili cause mischief. Amidst the din of laughter and clattering plates, a sudden, sharp knock at the door silences the room.