Chapter 361 Explanation
This was a decision that shocked many people and Frodo himself.
Gandalf was stunned for a moment, pretending not to hear Frodo's first cry, and continued to persuade the others.
No, child, turn around now, go back now, and you can avoid all that pain...
Even if this is some kind of inevitable necessity.
"I will take the Ring to Mordor."
The quarrel came to an abrupt end.
"But I don't know the way."
I can't pretend I didn't hear it this time.
Gandalf was the first to come forward and stand behind Frodo.
"I will bear the burden for you, Frodo Baggins, so long as it is yours."
"If you can use my life to protect your safety, then I will do it regardless of life or death."
Aragorn knelt on one knee, looked at Frodo, and said, 'From this moment on, my sword is at your service.'
At this time, Gandalf looked to the side and exchanged glances with Levi and Elrond one by one.
Levi raised an eyebrow.
The three reached a consensus.
That’s settled then.
"And my bow." Legolas stepped forward.
"And my axe."
Gimli followed, with only the axe handle left, and muttered, "But I must get a new one."
His axe was shattered by the ring.
When Frodo stepped forward, even the thoughtful Boromir was shocked and impressed by the spirit of the hobbit.
"You carry a heavy fate on your shoulders, little one."
"If this is the final decision of the meeting, then Gondor will support it."
"Hey, there's me too!"
Then Sam popped out.
Neither Elrond nor Gandalf were surprised by this man's appearance, as they had noticed this guy hiding nearby early in the morning.
But the next two people were a little out of plan.
“And us!”
Pippin and Merry popped out after Sam.
"Don't try to separate us from Frodo unless you tie us up in a sack and take us away."
Levi suddenly rubbed his hands, suppressing a thought that shouldn't have arisen.
In such a serious occasion...this is not good.
In the silence, Elrond recovered and asked:
"Do you know what you are getting involved in?"
"Uh, some mission?"
"Adventures... or something?"
The two brothers looked at each other and saw clarity and honesty in each other's eyes.
I don't know, but don't think about letting them go.
"Nine companions."
Elrond nodded in affirmation.
"It is settled. You shall be named the 'Fellowship of the Ring'."
On this day, the Fellowship of the Ring expedition was established.
"marvelous."
Pippin clenched his fist and gathered his strength.
"By the way, where are we going?"
Everyone's face was stunned.
The meeting came to an end with the formation of the Fellowship of the Ring team.
In the final stage, people were discussing the selection of the alliance team, and some people thought that the last two Hobbits who joined were not suitable because they were too weak.
For safety reasons, Elrond stated his wishes, and he actually agreed with this. Instead of having the Hobbits accompany him, he thought that having Glorfindel along would better protect Frodo's safety.
"No, Lord Elrond, I think the addition of Merry and Pippin is just right. In many cases, friendship and loyalty are more important than strength."
Gandalf retorted: "Whether it is Glorfindel or Levi, whom you have been watching from the beginning, their power is too strong to hide their whereabouts at all."
"Their joining will only make Sauron even crazier. He will desperately send troops here to launch the most violent attack on the alliance team. By then, let alone escorting Frodo to the heart of Mordor, I'm afraid that the alliance team will be forced to start the final battle between the free people and the dark forces before they can get far."
"Okay, that's settled then."
Elrond nodded, looked at Levi again, and asked, "What do you think?"
"That's fine with me."
"Have faith in them, their friendship and will will be demonstrated."
After saying this, Levi leaned back in his chair, with nothing else to say.
This matter is no longer suitable for him to get involved directly.
The Fellowship of the Ring operates in the dark, while he operates in the light, and can only operate in the light.
Sometimes being too conspicuous can be a nuisance.
Everything is officially finalized.
With that, the meeting ended.
The Ring Guard team dispersed for the time being and each made their own preparations.
At night, Aragorn came to his mother's grave to bid his final farewell.
"I'm not ready to take on this responsibility..."
"She thought that bringing you to Rivendell would keep you safe."
Elrond interrupted Aragorn's sentimentality.
"But in fact, she knows deep down that you are destined to be unable to escape your fate."
"The elves still have the power to reforge Kingsword, but only you have the authority to wield it."
“I don’t want this power.”
After decades of wandering and trials, Aragorn now lost the sharpness of his youth. For some reason, he felt a little withdrawn.
"You are the only one who has this bloodline. It is irreplaceable and inescapable."
Elrond said from behind.
Aragorn lowered his head in silence and did not respond for a moment.
The other side.
"Quick, pull it out and take a look."
Bilbo called Frodo to his room and gave him an Elvish short knife.
"This is my old friend, Sting. See if it's suitable for me."
Frodo drew his sword upon hearing this, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.
“It’s so light and feels so sharp.”
"Oh, that's right. When we were at Roadside Castle, Levi told me that he had added some sharpness enchantment to this sword. Since then, I've felt that it has become different. Just as Levi said, it has become sharper, even though it was already very sharp. Well, it's made by elves after all."
"Speaking of elven creations, I must also tell you that once an orc gets close, its blade will glow blue."
"I don't know if you've ever seen Levi's 'Bane'. He doesn't use that sword very often now, but it was his symbol back then. When the Bane lights up, the Orcs will know that Levi is coming, and they will flee in all directions without the courage to fight."
"That 'Buster' was also made by elves. Maybe it has the same origin as this knife."
"Oh, and this..."
Bilbo continued to tinker with his chest, and took out a piece of mithril armor for Frodo to wear, and then took out a bunch of golden apples.
"Give one to each of your companions. Levi gave me a lot of this."
On this day, Frodo was once again shocked by his uncle and was speechless.
As he had said before, no matter how much time had passed, there were always a lot of mysteries about Bilbo that he could not fully explore, and any slight revelation would shock this traditional Hobbit who was accustomed to a comfortable life.
…
"Do you know him?"
Outside Bilbo's room, Levi and Glorfindel, who were strolling on the path, happened to see the uncle and nephew rummaging through boxes and cabinets to hand over items.
So Levi pointed at Bilbo's elven short knife "Sting" and tried to ask about its origin.
"oh?"
Glorfindel looked over with great interest. Even though it was far away, he could actually see it.
"Looks familiar, um..."
Glorfindel smiled, and there was nostalgia in that smile, as well as some indescribable deep meaning.
"That's the first time I've ever seen Bilbo take it out."
"So, you know him?" Levi asked.
Glorfindel just smiled, shook his head, and nodded.
"Can you stop being so ambiguous and tell me what it's called?"
"Ting, didn't Bilbo name it?"
"Okay, okay."
Levi raised his eyebrows, and was also annoyed by the elf's confusing words.
but…
If I remember correctly, Glorfindel used a short sword to kill the Balrog, or according to the size of the elves, it should be said that it was a dagger.
Things are getting interesting.
Levi thought about it and shook his head again.
But it's just a guess, after all, he didn't say it.
Forget it, let him be.
(End of this chapter)
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