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Michael Stackpole

by frail

"'Hang on, Frodo!'

Glorfindel slammed the rudder left into a snap-roll, then jumped his throttle full forward. Searing bolts of energy streaked past as Frodo whistled and bleeped in protest. He grabbed the comm.

'I've got five on me, Angels 10K!'

There was no answer. His proximity indicator flashed as the nearest Wraith closed in. He attempted a quick Talon roll, but three more closed the gap and dove in on his six. Trapped.

Pulling right to continue the loop, he noticed a glint of sunlight in the distance. Frodo let out a low whistle. Seeing no other choice, Glorfindel slammed throttle full, with all five Wraiths in hot pursuit. The River was just ahead."