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In contemplating the consequences of entrusting the Ring to Tom, Glorfindel, another sage present, expresses skepticism about this solution. He suggests that merely placing the Ring in Tom’s guardianship would only delay the inevitable conflict with the Dark Lord. Sauron, with his relentless pursuit, would eventually locate Tom's dwelling. He would mobilize his forces against the Old Forest, a conflict Tom could not withstand forever.