Beyoncé: halo song

Bree~1 month

It had been a month since Grawlin was born and they still were in the town of Bree..but as of tomorrow they would finally be on their way to the Blue mountains..and soon to be home. Amari and Kita were cleaning and packing all their stuff up ,for the trip,from all over the room that Dwalin had rented for them at one of the inns extended stay rooms that they had hoping they didnt miss anything. It was a small room , situated a bit away from the main building, but it served its purpose for the duration of thier stay..giving them a roof over thier heads, it had aplace for them to cook meals, and a place to sleep away from all the crowds over in the inn. After Grawlins birth Dwalin went out and found a job helping out the local blacksmith so they had money to pay for the room..working hard from sun up to sun down coming back to thier room into Amaris waiting arms each day..proving that he could provide for them ..as per dwarf courting customs.

They didnt do them in the correct order but it didnt matter to either of them..they at least were following them..which for Amari was a new experience for her. Skotik didnt follow any of the courting rituals.. he didnt show he respected her, he didnt protect her whatsoever, nothing...the only thing he did was braid her hair and that was only in front of her parents. He barely provided for the them..they were constantly missing meals because most of the time he drank thier money away..it was because of this that Kita and her learned how to hunt for any food they could find.

With Dwalin it was all so different...he showed he could protect them and did on a regular basis on this journey...first with the orcs, then taking care of her and Kita all during this trip..and finally when she went into labor. He constantly showed he trusted her in so many ways...entrusting the money he earned everyday into her keeping ( also showing he could provide by earning the money), sleeping next to her each night ( leaving himself open to harm in his most defenseless state) and in other small meaningless ways except to her. They both even felt they had given each other the greatest gift of all..he gave them a home that was safe for her to raise her children up in and she gave him a son..maybe not of his blood,but he didnt care about that..to carry on his name sake and to pass on his knowledge to. Dwalin even made it known that Kita and Amari were his by braiding both of thier hairs and placing his own personal bead design in them..even now Amari could see the glint of silver in Kitas hair..it was a lovely piece that had interconnected rings design on it that swung about on her front braid...Amaris was made of gold but held the same design.The only thing left was to meet his family ..which was the only thing that scared her..and then they could marry , becoming one permantly.

As she was thinking about him she heard the stomping of his boots as he cleared them of debris before entering thier abode...smiling at the lovely sight that greeted him. Amari making her way to him with her welcoming arms awaiting to embrace him as she did everyday..Kita holding Grawlin in her arms smiling happily and shouting out " Welcome home daddy!" ..the best sight and sound to ever greet him each evening...and it was all his..his family.

As he entered he enfolded Amari into his arms and kissed her tenderly on the lips for a moment before releasing her to hold out his arms for Kita who instantly went to him for a big hug.He stood there in the doorway with one arm holding his one love and the other holding his family to him ..feeling his heart swell with the love he hadnt realized was missing from his life till they came along.

"Welcome home amralime." Amari hugged him then turned around going back to finishing dinner that was almost ready.

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2 months pass..outside of Thorins gate

It was late afternoon in Ered Luin, the sun was slowly making its way down over towards the western horizon , getting ready to set and allow the stars to make their way out into the soon dark sky. There was a soft breeze blowing making the leaves on the ground swirl into a slow dance across the path that lead down to the homes that dotted the landscape of Thorins Halls. Dwarven children were running around playing for the last time before they were called in for dinner...the older dwarves were seen making thier way back home from working all day. The smells of dinners cooking over the fires were abundant in the air...as a small group made thier way down the path towards a home in the distance within the Halls land.

"Kita..calm down please." Amari chastised Kita who was bouncing around on the seat of the small cart they had purchased for this trip back in Bree. The girl just wouldnt stay still in her excitement and was giggling at the sight of the place she was about to call home asDwalin looked behind him where they were riding and smiled at the childs delight.

"I cant say i blame her ...i too am happy to be home myself." he heard her sigh and chuckeled." Its not much farther love. We will be there in the hour." They were making a stop at the Durins home for the evening and in the morning they would finally be home. He knew Dis..his best friends sister would welcome them and he wanted them to meet Amari, Kita, and his son Grawlin. They were his only family in this area now and he was hoping they would help his family get settled in the area.

Shortly as the sun was setting they rode up to a nice large stone cottage home with red shutters and a red door that opened to reveal a dark haired dwarfling coming down the walkway towards them.

"Dwalin!" the young man said as he came up to him."Welcome back.." He glanced over to the cart with the women sitting in it looking nervous.

"Kili lad. How you doing?" Dwalin dismounted and clasped his hand in greeting.

"Good sir...i take it your stopping for some of mothers stew?" Kili smirked at the older dwarf.

"Of course me boy..I never pass up Dis stew." Dwalin chuckeled and recieved a laugh from Kili who glanced back at the women again.Dwalin noticed and growled a little at him."Can ya let yur momma know while i help them down please." Kili nodded his head and walked back inside. As Dwalin was helping Amari down they heard a shriek from inside and suddenly there was a lovely dwarven woman coming outside smiling .

"Dwalin..glad your back." she grabbed him up in a hug then turning to the beautiful dark haired woman she held out her hand."welcome..Im Dis and you are?" her smile put Amari at ease as she took the hand being offered as Dwalin smiled .

"This is Amari..my love." Dis went wide eyed and then just as csuddenly she grabbed Amari into the biggest hug she had ever known. " And Dis..this is Kita and Grawlin..my daughter ..and my son " Kili who was by the door drinking something sputtered at this announcement while shock crossed Dis face as her mouth fell open.Finally she got herself under control and turning to them all.

"Well welcome..come in..come in. You must be tired after such a long trip."She looked at Dwalin as she ushered them all in..giving him a look of you got some explaining to do mr..."Thorin will be home shortly..him and Fili are over at the smithys shop helping out again."

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Darkness fell as the Durin home was setting the table for dinner when there was the sound of two male voices coming up the walkway..banging their boots before entering the home. Amari was sitting in the living room area feeding Grawlin as Dwalin gazed on the babe suckeling at his mommas breast in contentment...he never got tired of watching such a beautiful scene before him. His attention was diverted when he heard Thorin and Fili coming home and he moved to the front door to greet them before they disturbed the baby, but Kili beat him to it as he shushed them as they entered..earning raised eyebrows.

"The baby is feeding" Kili smiled at thier expressions of ~ baby? What baby~ before he answered Dwalin stepped out from the living area.

"My son." Thorins smiled at the sight of him but as soon as he heard those words the look of utter surprise made Dwalin laugh." Hello Thorin. We're back home now as you see." Dwalin stood there letting him absorb his words for a moment and once seeing him come back to his senses he inclined his head towards Amari who was now burping the little one. He noticed out of the corner of his eye Fili whispering to Kili and he just shrugged at whatever was said.

Thorin cleared his throat as he approached the small dwarf woman who was holding a baby in her arms..upon hearing him she looked up and gave a uncertain smile at him as he approached.Thorin noticed the look in her eyes as he entered the room with Dwalin going over to stand beside her.

"Thorin..may i introduce Amari, Kita, and Grawlin. Love this is my cousin and best friend Thorin." He inclined his head in greeting at them as Dis voice rang out from the kitchen that dinner was ready.

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It was late in the evening after dinner as everyone gathered in the living area to relax and have a talk..that was really needed it seemed. Kita had gone to bed taking Grawlin with her after he had tried to eat thorins hair ..causing laughter around at a disgrunteled Thorin whos braid was dripping with baby drool. Finally it came time for the dreaded talk and as her and Dwalin told thier tale everyone listened intently and quietly..just letting them finish with the tale. Thorin sat back thinking on what was said in his chair as Dis left for the kitchen..so no one could see her tears..Fili and Kili had excused themselves to go outside..secretly to rage. The three of them sat in silence for awhile before Thorins gruff voice broke it.

"Amari...I apologize for the way you have been treated in the past. No dwarf should have had to go through what you and Kita have..if your parents had come here it wouldnt have happened. We take care of our own..and we protect our women..one of dwarves greatest treasures. I offer you and your children a place among us and if you choose you do not have to marry Dwalin to be a part of this clan."he saw Dwalin bristling atb his words..then quieted down as Thorin raised his hand for a moment to stop him..let him finish. " You will be protected and cared for by my people..its your choice." he sat there watching her..testing her to see if she was truly worthy of his cousins love.

"I thank you for the offer but..." she turned to Dwalin looking into his intense brown eyes ." but i truly do love Dwalin and would be honored to be his wife..please" she saw his eyes filling with love at her words as he gathered her into his arms.

"The honor would be mine..my sanyasith (perfect wife)" he kissed her tenderly as she melted into him and the kiss. They were interupted by a low chuckle from Thorin who was watching them with approval in his eyes and smile.

"Well i guess its settled then. Welcome to the family and the clan cousin." He held out his hand to them both as they rose taking them..then he clasped them together within his own. "In a months time we shall have the wedding and i will give you both my blessing."

Amari gazed into the eyes of the man who was soon to become her husband as love and happiness filled her beyond what she had ever known . She knew they had finally come home..where they belonged.