[But he cannot hide the delight on his face at all when she produces what she brought for him. He takes the bow as one might lift a precious artifact and holds it in both hands, tilting it this way and that to admire the craftsmanship.
He certainly recognises that particular shade of amber-gold.
Hythlodaeus lifts the bow up and draws it slowly, his archers stance perfect despite his protestations about his skills (both then and now) and as he slackens the string again and lowers it down he lets out a soft whistle of appreciation.]
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Date: 2024-05-04 11:21 pm (UTC)[But he cannot hide the delight on his face at all when she produces what she brought for him. He takes the bow as one might lift a precious artifact and holds it in both hands, tilting it this way and that to admire the craftsmanship.
He certainly recognises that particular shade of amber-gold.
Hythlodaeus lifts the bow up and draws it slowly, his archers stance perfect despite his protestations about his skills (both then and now) and as he slackens the string again and lowers it down he lets out a soft whistle of appreciation.]
Tis almost too grand of a gift to accept.