Heirs of the Downfall

“’Tis not fair, my child. I know this. But, life has rules and one must follow them. Now, dry your tears and bid your father farewell. It is the grown-up thing to do.” She watched as her only son did her bidding.

It is not fair, she thought bitterly. Because a vala heard their own music; elves had need of vengeance; a man was captivated by the siren call of power. Because of others, she was in danger of losing her love.

Of all the gifts Arda provided, it was the gift of greed that left the people poor heirs.