Presumably at Edoras, before Merry and Pippin go upon their separate ways, Merry seeks to cheer up his friend.

Pippin smiles tremulously at Merry. Poor Pippin.

"We shall see the Shire again, " Merry tells him.

"No victory..."

"Without suffering..."

Arwen lies, as still and sad as death, upon her bed. The image of Luthien reborn, this image has sparked much speculation in the last two years. Could it be that, having returned to Rivendell after seeming to depart for Valinor, she grieves at the parting to come with her kin -- knowing that she will accept a mortal life to be with Aragorn, her love? Elrond voice-over "You gave away your life's grace..."

As Elrond speaks, the gates to Minas Tirith open, perhaps symbolizing Arwen's choice.

Troops riding through...

Elrond walks away from Arwen standing forlornly on a bridge in Rivendell, saying "I cannot protect you any more..."

Arwen, in her travelling gown, fights back tears with complete sadness.