However, the Man could sense Legolas would not leave him alone if he told the truth. The Elf was the stubborn type, as evident from the fact that he came after Aragorn despite what had just occurred. The Man hated to do this, but he must lie.
"I am sorry, Legolas. I do not know what had gotten into me; it would not happen again. I am betrothed to Arwen and we plan to wed as soon as I become King of Gondor."
Legolas stared in shock at the Man he loved. Betrothed... how can this be? The Man loved him ....