The Hobbit
Chapter 13
Why does Bilbo hide the Arkenstone in his pocket before the dwarves can see it?
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Aslan
Why does Bilbo hide the Arkenstone in his pocket before the dwarves can see it?
The Arkenstone is something that Thorin and the dwarves covet. I think that Bilbo likes to hold that card close to him, so to speak. It could benefit him later.