Thranduil was sitting on a throne in the main hall of the palace, Legolas was standing nearby "Absolutely not."

"Legolas is different...he is a adult man, and you are a young girl. I forbid you to join the Mirkwood Guard or even touch a weapon." Thranduil was adamant and did not even want to listen to you. Legolas, standing next to him, was silent and looked at you, he did not want to go against the will of his father