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Thorin temporarily settles in the Shire to work as a blacksmith. There he meets Bilbo, a middle-aged bachelor who insists on over-paying (“tipping,” according to the insufferable halfling) for his work.
Being the only hobbit under the Lonely Mountain was fine until Bilbo realized it's been months since he felt grass under his feet. When he goes looking for sunshine, Thorin assumes the worst, and the Company is tired of putting up with their King and Burglar being oblivious idiots. Miscommunication and stargazing ensue!
“So that’s your gardener’s name? Bilbo?”
“Bilbo Baggins, and he’s our gardener. Don’t give me that look, Thorin Durin! He’s been recommended to me by Gandalf –”
“Now that changes everything …”
“… and not only has he made great progress in the short time he’s here, but he’s also a very nice man and considerate enough to put some flowers in your room at your return although I warned him how … stubborn you can be.”
Thorin noticed the little pause very well. “You called me an idiot, didn’t you?”
An accident in the workshops is a serious setback in the rebuilding of Erebor. But it comes even worse for Thorin: It seems that Bilbo has been near the scene of the accident, but has now slipped away ... And what had he been doing in the workshops anyway, being all secretive? Thorin doesn't know that it has something to do with the mithril shirt.
“I have another idea,” he said slowly, fingers playing with the mithril draped across his chest. “Yes?” Gandalf prodded, grey brows knotting together. “In case he doesn’t –” Bilbo’s voice faded out and he toed the ground hesitantly. “What?” Thranduil asked, voice dripping with malice. “Continue, Halfling, or I will force the words out of you.” “Let him speak,” Bard cast the elf-king a side-eyed glance, before letting his gaze rest fully on the young hobbit. “What is it, Master Baggins? What is your plan should the Arkenstone fail to convince him?” Bilbo took a breath. Let it out. Took another and turned to Gandalf, cracking his knuckles nervously. “You’re not going to like it.” ~Bilbo offers himself as a part of the trade for the Arkenstone to sweeten the pot and get Thorin to agree to peace.
"Even the smallest person can change the course of the future." – Galadriel; In an attempt to get the Arkenstone back for Thorin, Bilbo discovers the ring he's been using is the One Ring. Seized by a need to destroy gold, especially gold with the ability to ensnare creature and king alike, he sets out alone for Mordor. Anything to forget about the love that gold cost him. What he doesn't know is that Thorin is no longer under the thrall of gold, and is desperately racing to catch up with him to keep him safe. They may have just started on another adventure, but this one may not end as well as their first quest.
The story behind We Three Kings, Bickering Are. Five times Thorin thought Bilbo was flirting. Five times Bilbo thought Thorin was flirting. And one time Lady Yavanna had ENOUGH
When Bilbo Baggins was born, people lined out the door of Bag End to catch a glimpse of him. His auburn curls nestle like a halo around his head and his eyes, a bright green-blue, shine brightly and charmingly. Only a few hours old, he was already winning hearts. Within the day’s end there had been numerous offers from families- offering their own children for marriage. When Thorin Oakenshield was born, they had a week-long feast to celebrate. Men and women toast to his health and happiness- they cheered to Mahal for allowing such a gift to be brought into the world. Marriages were talked about in a tactical way: long, arduous conversations about families and bloodlines following.
Belladonna, on her way to the Iron Hills, dies in childbirth after finding shelter in a destroyed and abandoned Erebor. Her newborn son, Bilbo, is left in the Mountain, raised by Smaug. When Thorin and his Company come to reclaim their home, they’re surprised to find a Hobbit within its walls.
“I’m not the stupid one- you know why? Because you were the one who came up with the idea of soaking Thrandy’s clothes in gasoline while they were drying on the line.” “I didn’t know they were going to have a barbeque in the backyard, did I? What am I, psychic?” “The whole washing line set on fire, Kili.” “Oh, shut up and help me up.” They both managed to scramble to their feet before slowly opening the door and peering out of the supply closet they’d been hiding in. A bright light shone over their faces, blinding them, and someone cleared their throat before speaking out. “Evening, gentlemen.” Fili looked up at the security guard. “Oh, shit.”
Part 6 of Babysitter!AU