Eldreth Smith
Eldreth Strongbow
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On a fateful mission beyond the borders of Doriath, Eldreth's path crossed with Grusha, an orcish blacksmith known for her exceptional skill and formidable presence. Grusha, living on the fringes of society, was a woman of strength and independence, her life a testament to resilience in the face of prejudice and hardship. Eldreth and Grusha's initial meeting was one of mutual respect for their respective skills. However, as they interacted, a forbidden attraction sparked between them. Eldreth, despite his deep love for Fornaria, found himself drawn to Grusha's raw authenticity and the freedom she represented, a stark contrast to the expectations and responsibilities he faced in Doriath. The affair between Eldreth and Grusha was brief but intense, born from a moment of weakness and a desire to escape the pressures of Eldreth's life. It was an escape into a world where he wasn't a celebrated warrior or a devoted husband, but simply a man, vulnerable and unguarded. Grusha, equally captivated, found in Eldreth a connection that transcended the boundaries of race and societal norms. The affair, however, was short-lived, ending as quickly as it had begun. Eldreth, ridden with guilt, returned to Fornaria and his duties in Doriath, vowing never to stray again. Grusha, realizing the impossibility of their union, chose to keep the affair and the resulting pregnancy a secret, raising Ironcast in the Orc community, away from the complexities of his father's world. Ironcast's birth, therefore, was shrouded in secrecy and complexity. He was the product of a fleeting union, one that was as passionate as it was fraught with conflict. His upbringing in the orcish community shielded him from the truth of his origins for many years, until the desire to connect with his Human heritage led him on a journey that would change the course of his life.
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