Day 118: Don't judge a book by its cover

[tanaquiljall]

rakshathedemon asked for the first meeting of Elrond and Gandalf.

This is another drabble in my Elrond series.

as part of the Mighty among both Elves and Men series

Day 118

Don't judge a book by its cover

At the approach of the traveller, Elrond wondered briefly why Círdan had committed the Red Ring to this last of those from over the sea. Whereas Curunír had sought to impress and impose his will on others with voice and bearing, Mithrandir cloaked himself in the body of a weary old man: a little stooped, frail, weathered.

Yet. Elrond saw, the spirit that looked out from under those bushy brows was fierce and strong like an eagle, steady on its course as the stars, bright as the Flame Imperishable.

Elrond smiled ruefully to himself: Círdan had, as always, chosen wisely.

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[tanaquiljall]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed my interpretation. {{{hugs}}}