LOTR- Condensed (Dribble)

I did ask the good Professor if he minded my tweaking his story a bit. Since he did not state any objection, I take it as an okay. I did not ask the estate, as they are all alive and I know I would have heard from them!

I know that there will be those who will cry foul; however, the subject is left open to interpretation, and so I interpreted it. Any outcries should be directed at the suggester of the challenge. And, as all know that I have taken irreverent bends before, you are warned.
Read with care.