“What is it?” asked Eowyn. A wooden box had arrived, earlier that morning.

“Perfumes, melmenya,” said Legolas, “for our lady guests. From the south, courtesy of our friend, Captain Oliel.” He broke the wax seal, lifted the lid, and drew out a slender crystal bottle. “Do you remember the scents of the Turquoise Gardens?”

“Yes,” said Eowyn. She turned away. “I must arrange supper.”

…

“And then,” said Legolas, “she just left.”

“And you wonder why she was upset?” Gimli shook his head. “She was jealous lad—because you had gone behind her back and bought things for other women.”