"Excuse me," came a voice from over in the corner. "But did you say you were going to Evendim?"
"Yes, that's right," said one of the Hobbits. "Why do you ask?"
"Well," replied the man, coming over to sit at their table, "Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Thoronmir, and I used to be a Ranger. I once lived in those hills. I really don't think you should be going that way. It's too dangerous. Only a fool would go there. If you value your lives, take my advice and stay away from those hills."
"But we have to rescue Eodwine!" one of the elves spoke up. "He is in danger."
"We're not turning back, no matter what you Big Folk say. What gives your kind the right to dictate what we do?" said a rather fat hobbit.
"Very well," Thoronmir said. "If you must go there, then you'll have to take me with you. I don't want to see any of you get killed. I am quite skilled with the sword and the knife, and I have had some experience with the bow as well. I once went into battle against a great many Orcs during the War twelve years ago."
After seeing how determined the group was to succeed, he turned to them and said, "You look brave enough. And you may survive this quest yet."
[ October 24, 2003: Message edited by: Meneltarmacil ]
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