So I have a great-blank-grandson.

[turgonthewise]

One of Lio's helpful little humans found a descendant of mine as a new arrival and got them set up.

I've been putting off getting acquainted due to the whole 'little brother coming back from the dead but still might die again' thing, but I do want to meet him.

Of course, in my experience, family seems to come with loads of complications.

I've had the histories that feature him sent and there's barely anything, besides a genealogy (seeing the chaos my cousins caused in his father's life noted as well), and so I've really got nothing to go on, besides the fact he's missing his twin.

I've sent a messenger with summons.

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[elladan]

Yes... I know he killed my grandfather, but he said he'd been given a new chance. I can understand if you are disappointed in me, grand-sire, but I need a job.

*tries not to show how claustrophobic he feels inside the city*

[turgonthewise]

It's not you I'm disappointed with. It's that smug egoti--*visibly stops himself*

You are allowed on the hunting party. But please bear in mind that whatever Celegorm implies, he has no actual authority in my city. I merely use his skills to help feed my people.

[elladan]

*looks visibly relieved* Thank you, grand-sire. I know who he is... was, and I suppose it cannot be easy for you to have a son of Fëanor in the city. He said Maedhros is here too. He and Maglor kidnapped my father and uncle, but they loved them neverthless.

*is still confused because he enjoyed speaking with Celegorm*

[turgonthewise]

Maedhros... is currently an exception. This is one that has never done me harm and I will treat him like the innocent he is.

You have to understand, Elladan, that whenever I look in Celegorm or Feanor's face, I see my wife drowning in the icy wastes due to their hubris. And I know the other horrors they went on to do.

[elladan]

*feels very ashamed of himself now* I am sorry. I am being inconsiderate. I didn't know Fëanor was here too... If you wish me to stay away from them, I will.

*Elladan thinks he will have to escape the city anyway*

[turgonthewise]

No. I... *thinking of how he's been controlling Lio* no, you can associate freely with whoever you please.

I just wanted you to know that Celegorm has no authority, so he doesn't mislead you.

I'd like to get to know you. I'll make sure to have Gelgannel make sure that I don't overbook myself.

[john_npcs]

*has finished writing in the schedule book and looks up* I believe there is bonding time available on fridays, your highness. *trace of sarcasm as he says bonding time, thinks of his boss as a bit of a robot that sometimes yells at things*

[turgonthewise]

Well, there! We'll make fridays a thing, Elladan. *gets up and takes his grandson's hands* It truly is wonderful you've arrived here. Family is good. I don't intend to be killed this time, but knowing my line continued on warms my heart.

[elladan]

I will remember that, grand-sire. You don't need to worry.

*stands, smiles*

I would like to get to know you too. You and Lúthien are the only close family I have here, and if things are changing maybe it is for the good. I just need to be outside the city's walls, at least for a few hours, but I will be back always.

[turgonthewise]

Enjoy your hunting trip. Avoid the creatures in the water.

[elladan]

I will. Now I suppose I should get settled. I have been running amiss, but I am starting to feel that I can make a home here.