"Not everything in life depends on need." Little joys were just as important as the basics needed to survive. Too often that was forgotten, especially by those who were serious most of the time.

Not expecting the kiss, he blinked at her in surprise, momentarily flustered. Yes, she had kissed him before but they both had been caught up in the enchantment. He had not expected those gestures to continue once the spell was broken.

Perhaps elves weren't as caught up in propriety as Kili had thought.

Smiling at the story, he carefully pulled one of the flowers free of the bouquet. "Then you should wear flowers in your braids again, to remember the bright memories of her." Reaching up, he gently tucked the blossom into her braid. "Not the best job, but you can make it right later.

"Why would I think you were silly for remembering someone you love?"