Journey to Bree and the Council of Elrond

In this chapter, the hobbits navigate their way to Bree, where they meet the enigmatic Strider who reveals himself as Aragorn and offers support on their perilous journey. As danger from dark riders looms, Frodo suffers a poisoned wound and is rushed to Rivendell for healing, encountering various allies along the way. The narrative culminates in the Council of Elrond, where critical decisions regarding the One Ring are debated amidst rising tensions and the dark threats facing Middle-earth.