"Maybe not" He agrees. "But those who love you know the difference. And you grieve him, hm? Who was as a father to you. Such an error is a terrible blow, but no stain, I think, lies on you."

He tugs her to her feet. "Not quite - you could Sail, you know. I am sure your parents would wish to see you again. And if you want to beg forgiveness of Thranduil, it is the only place you will be able to do so. The Elvenking would grieve if you do so without telling him, I am sure, but you need not Sail now. That door will always be open to you."