"NO!" Lithoniel jumped in front of him and stopped his sword with her. "You will NOT kill this man Rhayader! I will do whatever it takes to make sure you will not kill him!" she glared at him with and icy stare.
Arthion now thoroughly confused came to his cousin's aid. "Rhayader, Do as she says!"

He glared at them both and met her stare. Eventually he pulled his sword away and spat at the ground. Rhayader walked away and tossed his sword to his side. He sat on the ground and glared at the body of Neracelc.
"Why do you keep him alive, you saw what he did to one of your own! And to me!"
He looked at his wound and pulled the bolt out fast and let out a loud scream. He fell to his side and looked at them.
"He is evil!"

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"And who are you to judge? Will not even the most harmless of wild creatures do anything to survive? Surely as a ranger you have seen this! Do not be so quick to deal out death and judgement." Lithoniel said a bit harshly at first but the last was said softly with compassion. "Believe me Dunedan, I would have no grief if this brute were dead." Arthion spoke then added "But, I also know that Lady Lithoniel is rarely wrong about such matters and it would be wise to listen to her." Lithoniel threw Arthion an appreciative glance and turned back to Rhayader "What is it you want Rhayader? As far as my knowledge reaches, this man has done nothing to you but shoot you to defend himself. Why do you seek to end his life?"

((ha ha! YAY for Gandalf quotes!! hee hee))

Súlena had fallen to the ground with Neracelc when he was shot. She was beginning to wake up when the ellon picked her up and put her on a horse, she struggled a little as her senses were just returning to her. The golden haired elleth sat on the horse quietly, watching as the others argued, rubbing her bleeding neck. When the arguing continued, she broke in. "Please, my lord...spare his life. Someone close to me would be saddened if his death had anything to do with me...." She said quietly.

(OOC- in the future, can we lay back on the full and miraculously fast healings? I hate to put limits on you guys, but it kinda controls others in a way, let's keep it to the good old fashioned athelas and bandaging...thanks! )

Rhayader looked at each figure in turn and frowned. He pulled out a pack and searched inside finding a bottle of herbs mixed with water. It was a basic pain killer, but was very weak. He applied it to the wound and looked back to them.
He muttered to himself "This is why i don't deal with elves."
He glanced at the man and sighed.
"Well i guess i cannot do anythng with you protecting him, but if he does anything I will kill him, no matter what you say."

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"As long as he is no longer under our protection, aye, that is fair." Lithoniel concceded. "Come, may I see to your wounds?" she asked gently.

((OOC: Yeah I think you're right Adastrea, that's kinda why I didn't 'heal' Curunir... I'll try to keep that in mind for the future.))

Rhayader shook his head, he had never been able to accept help from people easily. He brought his knees up to his chest and looked at Corus.
"What are you going to do with him then? Tell me at least you'll bind his wrists so that he won't try to escape."

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"Rock N' Roll is the only relgion that never lets you down!" ~ Lemmy Kilmister

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"And have him turn on us again?" Arthion spoke this time, "Nay, he shall stay as he is, for he will hardly be able to move with his injuries."
"Rhayader, would you let yourself die for your pride?" Lithoniel asked when he refused her help. She moved a little closer to him kneeling just yards away. "Please.." she said with tears in her eyes "Please let me help you."

He stared at her and turned away.
"No. I am fine."
He crawled to his sword and stood. He sheathed it and turned to look at the elves.
"I am not staying around here. I bid you farewell."
He walked off into a small wood and sat down hissing in pain. He pulled back his leather shirt revealing the wound. He was in much pain and hissed as he moved it. Rhayader pulled out a small roll of bandages and took to covering the wound.

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"Rock N' Roll is the only relgion that never lets you down!" ~ Lemmy Kilmister

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"If you just wrap it without cleaning it, it will get infected, my lord..." A soft voice said behind Rhayader.

Súlena had followed him as silent as any elf. "Would you accept my help in return for helping to save my life? Or are you too distrusting of the elven race to accept help from one?"

She spoke in a soft voice, not one of scorn or sarcasm.

Rhayader looked at her and frowned.
"I am not distrusting of elves, I distrust everyone. I have never needed any help, I am fine by myself."
He turned his back to her and checked the bandage.
"Your help is unwanted."

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"Rock N' Roll is the only relgion that never lets you down!" ~ Lemmy Kilmister

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"Why is there such bitterness in your heart, my lord?" She asked as she tossed a couple leaves of athelas, giving him the option of using them or not.

He ignored her offer.
"I am just acustomed to being alone. I don't enjoy other people's company."
He put the bandage back down with a small hiss.
"I find when i form relationships they often end in death."

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"Rock N' Roll is the only relgion that never lets you down!" ~ Lemmy Kilmister

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Súlena gave an understanding nod. "I am sorry for your sufferings my lord..."

He looked back to her and sighed.
"Look, don't be sorry, it's just the way I am."
He glanced at the herbs and leant over to collect them.
"How do you use this then?"

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"Rock N' Roll is the only relgion that never lets you down!" ~ Lemmy Kilmister

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She fell to her knees before him and took the herbs from his hand. She crushed it inbetween her fingers as best she could and handed it back to him, "Since you would be angry with me for helping you...wet these in your mouth and rub it into the wound." She said quietly.