Did Tauriel Love Legolas?

Tauriel truly threw a wrench in Legolas' life when he fell in love with her. She was brave, fierce, and a protective leader of the guard. He was meant to be the dutiful son of King Thranduil, but in loving her, he became a stubborn, masterful archer instead.

Does Tauriel love Kíli or Legolas?

However, Tauriel also has a "softer side", and her character arc includes a love story. Though she and Legolas first met as children, and their relationship is significant, her romantic arc is not with him, as she develops a mutual attraction to the dwarf Kíli.

Did Legolas really love Tauriel?

Legolas loves Tauriel, certainly. He confides in her about his mother, and he won't let Thranduil kill her without killing him. Elves are deep wells of emotion, it's how they're made.