“How exciting,” said Orodreth once Finrod had given his brothers the news. “We are to be uncles!”
“And he to be wed, no doubt,” added Aegnor.
The smile on Finrod’s face softened. “No.”
“What exactly do you mean, no? Love, marriage, baby... normally in that order, but once you hit the first and last the one in the middle is inevitable, and, well, done already.” said Angrod.
Finrod shook his head. “Her wish is to keep living with her parents, and I have no desire to leave here.”
“And... when the child is born?” wondered Orodreth.
“I will visit, of course, provide as I am able to.” Finrod frowned. “Why the long faces? You should be happy for me.”
Aegnor shrugged. “We are, I think.”
Author's Chapter Notes:
Finrod, Aegnor, Angrod, Orodreth