Of the Unchaining of Melkor

[Turgon_Turambar]

Now it came to pass that Melkor, as the Valar had decreed, completed the term of his bondage, dwelling for three ages in the duress of Mandos, alone. At length, as Manwe had promised, he was brought again before the thrones of the of the Valar.
Then he looked upon their glory and their bliss, and envy filled his heart; Then he looked upon the Eldar at the feet of the mighty, and hatred filled him; He looked upon the wealth of great gems and he lusted for the; But he his his thoughts, and postponed his vengence.

So before the feet of Manwe he sued for Pardon and repented for the evil past and said that he would aid the valar in rebuilding all the hurts and would give council within all of his power.
So Melkor was released but under strict watch until he seemed cured of evil. He would give council to the Eldar and it was of great worth. But he was not totally accepted especially by Ulmo and Tulkas. When Melkor past him Tulkas would clench his hands for he saw a darkness welling within Melkor. But for now things were at peace. Then Melkor met Feanor........