action.

[bronwe]

[ Frodo arrives rolling and tumbling across the floor.

There was a great shadow over him then, something with a terrible stench and legs too numerous to count. And now, light. He shields himself from the brightness and scoots back until he bumps against the wall, then scrambles to find shelter behind a couch. It hurts his eyes. The air is suddenly too clear, everything too clean. He fears it is a trick.

He speaks in a hush, afraid to alert the enemies but more afraid of being alone. ]

Sam? Where are you, Sam?

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[bronwe]

[ Frodo takes one step back when he comes closer, though he doesn't go any further. It helps to be able to speak at the same level, it makes him feel less small. ]

That would be a comfort, if it were surely true. [ He wants to believe it. ]

[wishmadeinfire]

I like to think it is, and we do have some evidence of it, if not much.

But, I think this will all be better and easier to take if you have some tea and then, perhaps, a bath and clean clothes. Food, too, if you would care for it. I can explain some things while we tend that.

My name is Ashura, by the by.

[bronwe]

You may call me Frodo. [ He looks around him again. ]

I should only like to sleep, if you do not mind.

[wishmadeinfire]

That can be arranged.

_{[He reached into his robes and pulled out the journal, showing it to him.]}

You should have one with you or nearby, hopefully. It will tell you what room you are in.

[bronwe]

[ He goes to check around him and in his pockets, coming up empty. Then look! It's under the couch. He slips back to fetch it. ]

Whose is this?

[wishmadeinfire]

That would be yours. Every person in Paradisa is given one upon their entry here. Inside it should tell you what room you are in, and it will be a key way to communicate with everyone here.

[bronwe]

[ He swallows, nervous that the castle would know his name. That's not a good sign when the enemy is seeking the name Baggins. He tries not to look too worried. ]

Thank you, for your help. I would be completely out of sorts without it.

[wishmadeinfire]

It is the least I can do. As a resident, I should extend hospitality to new ones, as it was extended to me.

Now, inside of it, it should tell you what room you are in. I can lead you there.

[bronwe]

[ Frodo steps closer at least though he still keeps a wary distance. ]

How big is this castle? I should not like to trouble you.

[wishmadeinfire]

It is large, but it is no trouble. Frankly, I would feel bad letting you try and figure its halls yourself.

[bronwe]

I must decline your offer, though I am most grateful. [ He is wary of most everyone, and he may yet try to find a way back. ]

I will seek you out after.

[wishmadeinfire]

_{[He raises a brow, but he does not fight to much.]}

Well, all right, if you are sure, little one. But, if you want for something call on me through the journal, or wish for it. The Castle shall provide.

[bronwe]

You are kind and generous, Ashura. [ And he really doesn't mind being called little! ]

[wishmadeinfire]

I only do what I can for those new here, and a bit lost in there way.

Are you sure you do not wish me to at least point you in the right direction?

[bronwe]

Direction is something I can use.

[wishmadeinfire]

All right, well, let us see where your room is and I can tell you wish tower that is at least. They are not to hard to find once you get the right tower, if you insist on going alone.

[bronwe]

Am I to live in a tower? [ That doesn't sound so pleasant. ]

[wishmadeinfire]

Yes, all the rooms are located in such. It is not so bad as it sounds - the rooms are very nice and you can customize them as you wish. My lover and I live in a fairly large suite in that tower.

_{[He pointed.]}

[bronwe]

[ Lover... He flips through his journal and finds it. ]

The third floor.

[wishmadeinfire]

Ah, yes, I see. Well, you will be in that tower that.

_{[He pointed to another corner.]}

Climb the stairs up to the third level and simply find the room with the plaque that has your name.

[bronwe]

[ Frodo nods, and begins to walk toward the direction pointed, glancing over his shoulder. ]

Thank you.

[wishmadeinfire]

You are welcome, little one. I hope some sleep helps you, and if you have more questions when you wake, feel free to call for me.

[bronwe]

[ He bows his head out of respect, and starts trotting away to his room! ]

[wishmadeinfire]

Good luck!

_{[He felt the poor thing might need it.]}

[bronwe]

[ In spades! ]