[ She says somberly ] But Tirion stagnates without innovation. We are Noldor - meant to create. Without you, many grow lazy, despite your brother's best efforts. But then, Arafinwe was never one for the forge. His heart yearns still for the sea, but the crown you and Nolofinwe left is a heavy burden on him.
You drove us forwards, my husband - not always to wise ends, no. But you created beauty as well as terrors. We still use your lamps, you know? And your palantiri. So many of the small things that many forget came from your hands.
[ That admission gets a smile ]
You never liked the city, Feanaro! I know full well why our home was built on the outskirts! It was not callous - a little insensitive, perhaps. But when I wed you I already knew you were restless.
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[ She says somberly ] But Tirion stagnates without innovation. We are Noldor - meant to create. Without you, many grow lazy, despite your brother's best efforts. But then, Arafinwe was never one for the forge. His heart yearns still for the sea, but the crown you and Nolofinwe left is a heavy burden on him.
You drove us forwards, my husband - not always to wise ends, no. But you created beauty as well as terrors. We still use your lamps, you know? And your palantiri. So many of the small things that many forget came from your hands.
[ That admission gets a smile ]
You never liked the city, Feanaro! I know full well why our home was built on the outskirts! It was not callous - a little insensitive, perhaps. But when I wed you I already knew you were restless.