Redthorn's final chapter.

*A page that seems to have been torn out of a book (most likely a diary). It was found within Redthorn's empty home laying on the floor in the middle of the hall. The book itself was no where to be seen nor the man himself. *

Its been a week since I got home from my last adventure and already I am feeling a calling to leave again. I have come along way from the man I was a few years ago, the one who was bitter and angry at everything, always thinking the world was against me. Strange that back then I was actually afraid to leave the borders of Bree and these days I just want to be out of them, exploring and seeking excitement.

I would like to think I am a better man these days and more content aswell. I blame all those people I have met in my life over the last number of years. Making me see the true meaning of friendship, love and loyalty, without them I might have died long ago from someone who I no doubt would have angered in some way (Possibly those old headbutts).....

Now Its dark outside, seems I have just been sat in this chair thinking back to people and memories that mean alot to me. having a little chuckle at the random nicknames that I gave to people. Carrot or Freckles...Justine, still remember meeting her and how I eventually saw her as a younger sister. The first time I felt what a family was like since my youth. Another name that seems to crop up these days is Cabbage, sorry Welten. I did hope it would catch on though.

Azia, always liked that one over the other nickname 'Achy'. Her reserved personality did often give me a headache at times...So I guess the name has a meaning too. Achazia showed me a different side to life, one that I had not experienced much of. Just going to random places and enjoying the views and the natural beauty in things. When I see something that takes my breath away I can always hear her music.

Vixen, not a name I gave her but what she named herself. To me she was more like a kitten, cute but had very sharp claws. I think she would have fallen into the same lifestyle I used to lead, our backgrounds are similar. I hope I gave her good guidance in order to avoid it.

Thats enough on people, or I will eventually feel guilty for not saying good-bye to any of them. Some habits die hard as they say, I am not one for long good-byes as they can often change some ones mind. My time in Bree is over, time for me to seek a new life and try find peace in these dark times. All my possessions have been sold and fetched far more gold than I realised. Now only got my adventuring stuff and this diary. All that I will leave behind is this page, the only thing that will let those I care about know. If by chance they should read this...I am sorry but this is the best way of saying good bye that I can do. Maybe I am a coward afterall.

It is almost refreshing to leave my alias' behind aswell, no need to carry them with me anymore. I am finally free of the darkness that dominated my life for so many years. So good bye 'Redfox', 'Red' and of course Talus.

Maybe now I can be just me, not living behind a lie. My new adventure awaits and my new life.

Farewell Eriador,
Rhys Redthorn.