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Gwenneth enjoyed listening to Mulawin’s descriptions of his travels. As he listed place after place, a wistful smile crossed her face. “I wish I could see all of the places that you have been.” She looked down at the jewel around her neck. “I do not yet know where I am headed. I would hope to see Rivendell, Lorien, Rohan, and Gondor.”

“My mother’s family is in Eryn Lasgalen. She tells me stories of her youth there. My father lived in Rivendell for a time. They finally settled near the Havens.” Her companion sat there nodding at what she had said. Gwenneth pushed her glass away and leaned back. “Do you have any recommendations on where to go?”

“My mare is from Rohan and I have always wanted to see the place of her birth. To meet the horse lords and learn about their horses.” The elf maid looked into the eyes of the man across from her. She was about to continue when a man with golden hair wearing a travel stained tunic walked up to their table. The elf maid watched as Mulawin greeted the newcomer.