Alearindu thought about what Gandalf had said. 'So, I take it we are to travel in at least pairs.' It was more of a statement, than a question.
Gandalf then handed everyone three metal rods. Alearindu turned hers over in her hands, wondering what their use was. She supposed they would know eventually, so she quietly stood up, and went back over to where her pack and Mornen.
She gave Mornen a pat, and then let him graze. Alearindu put the rods by her pack, and then laid back on the grass, and gazed at the stars. She noted a few constellations; Anarrima, Menelvagor, Remmirath,Wilwarin,Telumendil,and Soronume.
She smiled and sat up, looking around the camp. Some were already settling down, and others were preparing. She noted Gandalf was still sitting by the campfire, and stood and walked over to him, then sat down near him.
'Gandalf, I don't believe I will be able to find sleep tonight.' She said, staring into the fire. 'I feel too vunerable when I sleep on journeys such as this.' She scowled at herself a bit. 'Anyhow, when do you expect to reach the castle?'
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