Diary Entry, Tenth of December

I sit beneath the protective leaves of a large tree and write this as the rain falls down on Mount Hyjal. Our efforts so far against the Twilight's Hammer and the armies of fire that besieged this place have been successful. Much of the land is rejuvenated now, and much of it was left unmarred in the first place thanks to the efforts of our allied forces.

I cannot help but stop and admire the beauty of these forests. They capture my imagination everytime I stare off into the distance. I can understand now why Aeranor Runesong loves the outdoors and wild places like this. They tug at my heart and make me feel alive in ways I've never thought possible. I never stopped to appreciate the wonders that our world holds before now. I would never have fought for such things in the past, and now I can't imagine doing otherwise. I can't imagine a world without beauty and serenity like this. I am glad that I came here to face these foes and put a stop to their rampage.

Thinking of Aeranor makes me wonder where he is now. I hope that he can come here one day, as I'm sure he would appreciate the beauty of this place beyond even what I feel. I saddens me to think that he will never hold me again, but at the same time, I hope that he has all of the happiness that he deserves in life. I hope that Mairyn does not betray him, as she has betrayed so many others. I worry over him, and I think I will always hold a place in my heart for him, but sitting here now, alone in the forest I know that letting him go is the right thing to do. I would smother the life from him, just as I almost did with my sister when I tried to control how she felt. A'dal's lessons stay with me, and I know that each of us must seek out what we need within our own hearts.

I will linger here for some time before I continue on along the path of war. This moment of peace, this enchanted forest and the feeling of serenity that fills me, is something I've long needed. My only regret is that I've no one to share this with. I suppose though, in the end it doesn't matter as long as my heart is at ease. When I make camp tonight, I will sleep beneath the stars and for once I know that I will not suffer from nightmares. I will rest peacefully.