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[He doesn't often get on the network like this. Responding to things, sure, but he doesn't generally have a reason to put himself out there like this. But he needs something to do now that the fledglings are independent. For those who've been around him the last month or so, he's looking better--more color to his face, definitely sleeping and eating more.]

I am Thranduil Oropherion. [Not my name is because Oropherion isn't a name, just a way of sticking out less in a crowd of Firstname Lastnames as opposed to saying son of Oropher and spurring more questions about how does he keep track of who he is without a last name.]

The number of you who have animals may be glad to know I am skilled in beast-lore and bird-lore. I would like to offer my services as such. If ever you believe something is wrong with your animal, or if they seem disturbed, ill, or uncomfortable, do not hesitate to ask for my help.

[Can't even offer his services without making it sound like a command. This isn't nearly as nostalgic as it should be. He's earned some nostalgia at this point.]

For my qualifications, I have done this a great number of years even for an elf, in three separate kingdoms. I am capable of quickly determining the problem and am an expert in their physical languages. ["I talk to animals."] If you wish for a reference, I have worked in this capacity for the lady Morgana these last two months. She might vouch for me.

[Not that he asked her to do so. Surprise!]

There are three young songbirds in the gardens now. Please do not disturb them.

Thank you for your time.

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Particularly the young, yes. Do not worry for him.

[Fili quirks an eyebrow.]

He is my brother, Thranduil. You can't expect me to not worry.

[A sharp look in return.] I can expect you to take my assurances for what they are.

And I wasn't being so serious, so there is no need to give me that look.

[Yeah he's his Uncle's nephew sometimes.]

[Still, fair enough. Thranduil surrenders with a slight nod and a flash of a crooked, humorless smile.]

I think if I am to have...customers, I suppose, it will do Kili good to learn the trade. He had a way with the sparrows, and I think he would do well with other birds and beasts alike.

[Fili smiled.]

Well then I think it will be good for him. To help nurture life, after all we've been through...it will heal.

I think it will. He was glad to learn.

[He nods.]

He has always been one to soak up anything. As long as he can be active, and work with his hands, he was happy.

Then this will be very good for him.

Are you well?

Attempting to keep myself busy, at least. Gwen was able to get us quite a few orders for things at the forge.

She was. One of them is mine.

Oh really? And what are you asking for?

You know, if you had asked me personally, you could have gotten it without payment.

But it is meant as a gift. If I did not pay for it, it would not be a gift from me, would it?

No, I suppose not. What is it you're having us make?

A sword for the Lady. But you mustn't let her know.

[As if this conversation is any kind of secure.]

So she can even charm her fellow kind.

[A little smirk.]

I have known Galadriel for as long as I have been alive, Fili. She can use a sword, and so she needs one if she is to be here.

[Fili chuckles.]

Fair enough, I am merely jesting.

[And it hit a weird spot for Thranduil, who has generally believed for a long time that Galadriel held a sway over people which she did not earn.]

Is she a good craftsman, this Gwen?

Well, she's good for a human.

[Meaning she's pretty good.]

Then I trust you will oversee her work.

I would hope you would have no doubt.

That is why I said I trust.

...I was jesting again, Thranduil.

Very poorly, Fili.

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