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Originally Posted by Nerwen
Elladan came up to the Dwarf and the Ranger.
"Let us not be in too much of a hurry to run after Bombadil. The Ringbearer is lagging behind," he indicated Lobelia, who was struggling to keep up with the others, "and should not be left unguarded in this present company." Again he glanced at the Orc, and again his slender fingers caressed the hilt of his sword. "Still, I should like to hear your thoughts on this Bombadil creature, of whom I know little. It is said that the Ring has no power over him... but dare we take anything for granted? (Before you ask– I'm Elladan, not Elrohir.)"
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Halbarad watched as
Groin jogged down the hill to help
Lobelia, then turned to
Elladan. He hesitated, then answered the elf's question.
"I can track a beast, hunt an orc, or start a fire in the snow, but I do not feel confident enough yet as a student of Illuvatar's Children to speak much on this. Nor would it be prudent to do so. My only concern is that
Bombadil's manner of speaking (appearing to say little or nothing) is quite impenetrable, and could, potentially, be used effectively to hide a traitor. However, I refuse as of yet say anything against the fellow himself. Too little has transpired, and I daresay he is genuine enough."
There he stopped, and said no more. But he resolved to keep a watchful eye on ALL the members of the Fellowship.