Title: On This Night
Author: Tuxedo Elf
Pairing: Glorfindel/Ecthelion
Rating: PG
Notes: A birthday present for Kenaz. :)

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Watching every step, Ecthelion moved quietly around the room. It was
not quite midnight, but Glorfindel, newly returned from patrol, was
already asleep.

That suited Ecthelion perfectly, and he smiled to himself as he went
about his business, careful not to disturb his lover.

Not until midnight was almost upon them did he return to the bed,
sitting down gently and leaning over to kiss the slumbering
Glorfindel.

"Mmm. `Thel?" Glorfindel blinked sleepily as he awoke, staring up at
his smiling partner.

"Shhh. come with me." Ecthelion kept his voice soft as he held out
his hand, pulling Glorfindel up when he took it. "Come with me."

Confused, but knowing Ecthelion would not wake him without good
reason, Glorfindel rose and slipped on a light robe. No sooner was it
tied than his hand was taken by his lover and he was led towards the
balcony. Ecthelion pushed the light curtain aside and revealed his
surprise.

A soft gasp left Glorfindel's lips as he took in the carefully
prepared treat. The wrought-iron table was set for two and plates of
Glorfindel's favourite delicacies covered the surface. In the centre,
pride of place, was a large apple pie, the top sprinkled liberally
with spices and sugar. Everything was illuminated by candles placed
liberally around the table and large free-standing ones that sat
close to the railings. Above them, the stars shone brightly.

"It is. It is just like." Glorfindel struggled to find the words.

"Like the night I proposed?" Ecthelion finished for him.

Mutely, Glorfindel nodded and Ecthelion smiled, pulling his mate into
his arms.

"Happy Anniversary, Beloved."

END