109. Conspiracy
"Tell me again why we're doing this?"
"Because she's grown complacent, Estel – she thinks you've become tame."
"She knows better!"
"Really? What happened to your plans for a week's hunting with the ambassador from Rhûn"
"That was different. Eldarion was sick…"
"Estel, how many OTHER healers are in Minas Tirith?"
"She prefers I handle all the children's ills."
"Lap dog."
"I am not!"
"Prove it!"
"I don't know – are you certain this will wash out, Elladan?"
"Of course it will – eventually – won't it Elrohir?"
"Come on - trust us, Estel. Would we lead you astray?"
"Yes."
"Well…?"
"Valar. I'm doomed."
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