‘Legolas,’ [Boromir] said, taking up the Prince’s slender hand, ‘there will come a time when we understand each other’s hearts, but it is not yet. However, if you can bear to stand by me through this war, to see it to its end with me, then I swear to you upon the souls of my fathers I shall stand by you until I die. You are my friend, Legolas, and I love you.’