Hiding in the Music

Elanor glanced over her shoulder for what was probably the twentieth time since nearing the far end of lake. Her sanctuary had been a secret for a few years now, and she'd like to keep it that way, thank you very much. Carrying her guitar made her stand out more than she thought. Seeing that no one was near, she slipped into the reeds that consumed the area here. 

Careful not to trample any plants, Elanor stepped into a large rock that jutted into a small pond. The reeds seemed to encompass the area perfectly, blocking the sight of anyone who may be near the lake. The growth was tall enough that it wasn't obvious there was a clearing here. 

Sitting on the edge of the rock, with her feet in the water, Elanor began tuning the guitar. She did so quietly, not wanting to attract the attention of any of the numerous hobbits at the other end of the lake. She was near the woods here, and her neighbors rarely went near it. 'Too much like an adventure', they always told her. That's why this place was perfect, and all hers. 

Once the guitar was tuned, Elanor started playing a song that had been stuck in her head and heart lately. It was one she might even play for her friends one day, to show them how much she cared. That day was far off. She wasn't good enough yet to perform in front of others, and she was sure her friends would tease her if it was too bad. Thinking of her two dearest friends, Elanor smiled before she started singing.