*holds you tightly in return, and only the crimp of her fingers against your back betrays her fear (one day all of my power will not be enough but please, please do not let it be this day)* *presses her face to your chest and calms to the rhythm of your heartbeat, strong and steady*
*an eternity later, stirs, pulling away just enough to gaze up at you* *gently touches her fingertips to your cheek* Elwë, you're bleeding.