[the night before the Elves are set to attack Erebor, Bilbo brings the Arkenstone to Thranduil's tent]
Thranduil:
The King's Jewel...
Bard:
And worth a King's ransom... how is this yours to give?
Bilbo Baggins:
I took it as my one-fourteenth share of the treasure.
[Gandalf suppresses a smile]
Bard:
Why do this? You owe us nothing.
Bilbo Baggins:
I'm not doing it for you. I know that dwarves can be obstinate and pigheaded and difficult. They're suspicious and secretive, with the *worst* manners you can possibly imagine. But they are also brave and kind, and loyal to a fault. I've grown very fond of them, and I would save them if I can.
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