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Title: Never to Return (#1681)
Author: Galadriel8891
Chapters: 1

Archive: Tolkien
Category: Lord of the Rings
Description: Deep in the land of Mordor, Frodo watches over a sleeping Sam, reflecting upon the changes that have come over his companion. A Challenge Fic for the OSA Drabbles #1: Regret.
Published: 18 Mar 2005
Updated: 18 Mar 2005
Warnings:
Type: General
Characters: Frodo


Chapter 1 - Never to Return

My burden grows heavier as I tread closer to the fiery mountain in the distance. In this land of shadow, I cannot sleep. Yet by my side lies the most faithful of companions, his face peaceful in his repose.

His spirits were bright when he followed me into this land of death, risking all to save me. Now he has abandoned hope of returning home or seeing his lass. Rarely does a smile grace his lips, which are now too often set in a grim line. I have led him to his doom.

Is this how I repay his dedication?
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