Oh come now Legolas, that's not a nice thing to say. Look how you've hurt Estel's feelings," chastised Lord Elrond, shaking his head at the Golden Prince as if the younger Elf was a small insolent child.
For the first time in the night, Legolas stole a glance at his beloved. He noted the pain in the Man's eyes and knew he must assure Aragorn that his love for the Man would never change, regardless of what happened. The Elf moved to the Man's side as he added quietly, "Estel wanted to wait until after the Quest. I think it is for the best as well."