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Dreamflower · 15 February 2006 · Chapter 5: Chapter Five

Oh, and I meant to mention--and it was the first thing on my mind when I read this yesterday--but as I said, was interrupted: I am so *very* glad that most of the Fellowship is there for the wedding. I loved your description of Merry's and Pippin's rambunctious greeting, and I do so hope that you will give Lothiriel a few moments to make their acquaintance, especially that of Merry, who is going to end up as one of her husband's dearest friends (why else would he travel all the way to Rohan at the age of 102 to be at Eomer's dying bedside?) so she really needs to get to know him.

Dreamflower · 15 February 2006 · Chapter 5: Chapter Five

I wanted to review this chapter yesterday when I first read it, but was interrupted. From the very first line: Nobody had ever mentioned to her that love could be so irritating. to the very last line: She loved her brothers. She truly did. But she was glad that she was going to get shot of them. this was an absolutely delightful chapter! I loved the various attempts at talking made by the two principals, and I also loved the details of Lothiriel's morning toilet, her new friends and her new handmaiden sound like wonderful OCs, and I am very pleased to see her making such friends. Eomer is so aware of his effect on her--that's wonderful; usually in these sorts of romance fics, the male is completely and unrealistically oblivious. Your Eomer is anything *but* oblivious. I can just imagine that Lothiriel *is* going to be glad to be shot of her brothers. Only Erchirion seems to have much in the way of discretion and tact, and when he gets going with the other two even *he* seem to lose track of those qualities. As for Elphir, he is a pompous twit full of hot air, and I would very much like to see his future brother-in-law prick that self-importance and deflate him. And Amrothos--he can't seem to treat anything seriously. Lothiriel *should* get over that reflex-action of defending him when she knows him to be in the wrong. As for Amrothos and Merewyn--"couple from hell" might be accurate, but I still think that they'd be cute. I bet if anyone at all could throw him off guard it would be Merewyn, with her propensity for blurting out whatever comes to mind without any thought for consequences (I have an OC like that myself; those sorts of people are usually so sweet that you can't help but like them no matter how frustrating.) while he seldom says anything without trying for effect.

Lady Saruman · 15 February 2006 · Chapter 5: Chapter Five

Great job on your story!!!!! Well, it’s nice to know that Éomer and Lothíriel made up—quite easily, in fact, much more easier than I would have expected after such a violent argument. You were right, Madeleine, Lothíriel can take care of herself quite easily. Now her only problem is to get used to Éomer’s presence. But I trust you to enable her to do just that. :D The stone wall thing without mortar was funny, because I thought that Éomer would tell her that the wall did have mortar, except that it was designed to be invisible. Éomer’s betrothed is quite an observer. And their “compromise” that they reached: Éomer would be riding still, and Lothíriel would still be into her healing studies. In that situation with Gandalf, where it says: “Oh, not officially,” Gandalf replied in a friendly manner. “But we spoke a few words at the Houses of Healing, Princess Lothíriel. I think you said: ‘You are in my way!’ and I answered: ‘My apologies.’” I can most certainly picture myself in Lothíriel’s situation. What an embarrassing moment! It’s surprising to know that Lothíriel isn’t the least a bit shy at all; on the contrary, she can be quite brisk, which makes her sound rude and insolent. Gimli was pretty funny too. He’s rather nosy, and that quarrel between Éomer and Lothíriel was certainly not about the weather. Legolas is just something like an obsessed elf. First he comments on the weather, then he comments her on her elven-blood. The way he said it, it seems as if he could see through her veins and detect what kind of blood flows there. This quote I found funny because it reminded me of Hagrid in the Harry Potter series. J.K. Rowling stated that Hagrid’s hands were the size of trash can lids. 'The introductions went on for quite some time. Lothíriel met Erkenbrand, Marshal of the Westmark. A mountain of a man with the biggest hands she had ever had to entrust her own to. He had once chosen a wife in proportion to his own configuration and therefore their children, two sons and two daughters, were of similar size. A truly large family. She had never felt so fragile.' Imagine that: Lothíriel having to allow her hand being “entrusted to” another man’s whose hands are large beyond measure. 'Éomer still held one of her hands in his and suddenly she felt a tug which was becoming all too familiar. He was trying to slide her glove from her fingers. Lothíriel made a fist. She looked up into the green-gold gaze. His grin nearly made her knees buckle but she refused to give in. Finally he raised her gloved fist to his lips and dropped a light kiss on it.' Wow, Éomer’s sexual desire must be stronger than ever now, I guess. Soon he’s going to become a stripper. Yeecccchhhh! “What makes you think he can think?” Amrothos butted in. “By now you should have realized that he has the brain of a chicken.” Man, Amrothos can really be rude when he wants to. Chicken-brain-Elphir. Imagine that! LOL…I personally think, out of the tree, Elphir is the most stupid, insensitive, and grumpy, not to mention him being a killjoy. Ah yes, the going-into-room-and-slam-the-door-shut technique. It always works. Remember last time when that happened? It was the first time that Éomer and Amrothos quarreled. But this time I have a feeling the argument will stop then and there, seeing as the trio saw that their sister was okay and she just came and yelled at them and retreated without ever letting them say anything. I did NOT send this on February 15. Instead, I sent it on Valentines Day, and I have no idea why it says the fifteenth, because where I come from, it’s only 11:00 pm. So…. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!!! Hershey’s kisses/hugs -Lady Saruman ^_^

ShirePirate · 14 February 2006 · Chapter 5: Chapter Five

That was brilliant! I loved the ending. It is about time she had the last word with her silly brothers. Believe me I've got four of my own, and it feels good to be the last one standing! I am so glad to see that Lothiriel really feels comfortable in Rohan, however I worry for her going into a marriage ceremony she knows nothing about, and she still has not learned the language...hopefully Eomer will prove an adequate tutor! Keep up the great work, can't wait to see what happens in the morning, one more good argument?

Lady Saruman · 14 February 2006 · Chapter 5: Chapter Five

Haha!!!!!!! *giggles* I don’t know why it’s so funny, but I can’t help it. This chapter wasn’t meant to be funny but I don’t know why I’m laughing anyways. *choking, wheezing, coughing, struggling for breath* Ok, Ok, I’ll come up with a more appropriate review as soon as this laughing fit is over. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!! -Lady Saruman ^_^

daw the minstrel · 14 February 2006 · Chapter 5: Chapter Five

A very engaging chapter. Loved the chicken brain comment! But I miss Merewyn. I liked it when she chattered. Eomer is a strong, self confident young man. He must have had a personality of iron to have survived Wormtongue et al and come out like this. Or maybe the hard times made him stronger.

SimplegirlfromLP · 14 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

I just love this story and this couple. I hope you will continue to tell their tales.KEEP WRITING, you've got a fan. Simplegirlfromlp

Wendy · 9 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

Love, love, LOVE! this series! Not only are the characters fascinating, but the writing is superb. I do hope that your interest in this storyline will continue past the courtship - I'd love to read about the "continuing adventures" of this couple!

Lady Saruman · 9 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

ah, yes, i understand that feeling lothiriel has--just kick her brother in the shins, HARD!!! but, i can understand her hesitation too, and her reluctance in doing so if she found out that eomer can come stealthily despite all that heavy and rather noise-inducing armor. however, i can tell that the emotion she feels whenever eomer is present is starting to make her feel weary. and it's a wonder why eomer never considers embarassing himself or his betrothed whenever he says suggestive things in front of an audience...especially if one of the audience members was his betrothed's own father. eeeeekkk... for example, one of his rather humuliating things to say was: “Mutilating flowers,” he repeated softly. “Those you use for your salves and oils, like sweet violets, roses . . . marigolds.” well, i think he is rather describing himself. he is the mutilator, and lothiriel is the "flower." he's been trying to arouse her ever since she arrived in rohan. AND AMROTHOS!!! this is totally getting untolerated. he pops up EVERYWHERE, and it's always whenever lothiriel and eomer are alone together. i can tell that amrothos's appearances are NOT coincidal. and merewyn! she is starting to get on my nerves. can't she tell that lothiriel is obviously discomfited when naked? obviously not. no offense, but i think that merewyn is rather thick... well, you've done a great work and especially this time, because, if you haven't noticed already, you've written a very long chapter describing such a short period. let me tell you, not many writers can write like that. if you ask me, you are a born writer at heart. :) Hershey's hugs/kisses, -Lady Saruman ^_~

Bodkin · 9 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

Have I said before how much I love the tension between Eomer and Lothiriel? Am I getting repetitive? And Amrothos! It's just as well his sister loves him. Although - once the tension is relieved a bit - (and I do love the way that poor Lothiriel keeps realising that she is not up to all the innuendo) - Eomer might actually find that he gets on quite well with Amrothos. Amrothos is very intelligent and has a wicked sense of humour that might just appeal to Eomer once he isn't its focus. And Erchirion is charming and rather less of a tease - I loved the way his little sister dragged him away by the surcoat to hiss in his ear. I would love to see them both with Rohirric wives - they would be a great deal better suited than poor Elphir and Frosty. Merewyn is great too - 'the nice one' and 'the grouchy one'. I loved Lothiriel's hope that she meant Erchirion and instant realisation that she was talking about Elphir. I'll bet Elfhelm is keeping a wary eye on the youngest prince of Dol Amroth. Even though I'm certain he wouldn't want to send his daughter so far from home! Leading on to Eomer's offence at not being considered 'nice'. Hilarious. I'm sure he'd be reassured if she told him exactly how she does regard him! I am torn between wanting you to post more and more of this story and a real hope that you never finish documenting this relationship.

Dreamflower · 8 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

Aarrgghh!! It's a wonder Lothiriel does not drop-kick each and every one of her brothers off a high cliff. I am absolutely certain that her fiancee would help. And then she could find out if they bounce. I'm not sure about Elphir and Erchirion, but I would bet Amrothos bounces just *fine*! On the other hand, perhaps a word or two in Elfhelm's ear, and Amrothos could find *himself* betrothed. I think he and Merewyn would make a cute couple...

Kitty · 8 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

So ganz allmählich habe ich das Gefühl, die Türen in Rohan müssen ungewöhnlich stabil sein – kann da eigentlich *irgendjemand* die normal zumachen? Anderenfalls müssen sich die Schreiner oder wer auch immer dafür zuständig ist, eine goldene Nase verdienen mit dem Reparieren! Hm ... Merewyn und Amrothos würden auch blendend zusammenpassen bei der beiderseitigen Tendenz zu taktlosen Bemerkungen. Die zwei wären sicher der Schrecken ihrer Umgebung *gg* Und *wieder* kreuzt Amrothos im unpassendsten Moment auf. Vielleicht sollte Lothíriel doch erwägen, ihm irgendwas von ihren Medikamenten ins Essen zu schmuggeln, um ihn für eine Weile außer Gefecht zu setzen, wenn er schon Éomers frommen Wunsch, sich in sein Schwert zu stürzen, nicht nachkommen will! Obwohl es eigentlich auch nicht sehr nett von ihr war, Éomer das alles an den Kopf zu werfen. Die zwei haben eine ziemlich ungesunde Wirkung aufeinander! Es wird wirklich Zeit, daß sie heiraten und vielleicht mal diese Fragen in Ruhe klären können, ohne daß irgendein Anstandswauwau von Bruder aufkreuzt!

daw the minstrel · 8 February 2006 · Chapter 4: Chapter Four

I was reading along enjoying this, laughing at the comparison of Amrothos and Merewyn when Merewyn said Lothiriel was the most beautiful so far. It was the the 'so far' that got me! I laughed like crazy. What a hoot that girl is. I can see why she finds angry Eomer easier to deal with than suggestive Eomer. She's just out of her league, as you say.

Etharei · 6 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

Yay, another installment! I must say, I really want to strangle your Elphir :-P I wonder what's got his knickers in a wad. I do love your portrayal of Lothiriel's brothers, though, with their varying personalities. And it's nice to see that Lothiriel still gets to be healer in Rohan. Eothain's antics are hilarious, and the way Eomer deals with it is very fitting for the culture of Rohan ;-) Great chapters, though the men seem to be ganging up on poor Lothiriel. Please update soon!

Bodkin · 5 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

Lothiriel was very brave to admit that she finds Eomer's presence confusing - and yet wants more of it! She's done better at admitting her feelings than Eomer has. Of course, Amrothos doesn't take quite as much pleasure in interrrupting her! She hasn't realised how proud Eomer is of her, though. Eomer just gleams with delight at showing off her talents. And Elphir isn't showing himself off very well. I expect Imrahil is pleased that Amrothos managed to avoid spitting ale down his neck in his reaction! Perhaps Elphir and Eothain should get together - they might not have much in common except for disgust at having Lothiriel working as a healer, but it's a start. I like Berenwald - he's just the right sort of healer for a bunch of orc-fighting Rohirrim. Lothiriel's reaction to the burning is so understandable. And, of course, gave Eomer an excellent opportunity to comfort her! Even if it was in the presence of the High King. A delightful chapter - with two people who really need to get that wedding ceremony out the way. Before they burst!

The Karenator · 5 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

I've only a minute before I have to get off this computer, but I wanted to tell you quickly how much I've enjoyed this story. You've done a marvelous job with characterization. Love Lothíriel's brothers. Every single character has a distinct personality. This has been such a pleasure to read.

Lady Saruman · 5 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

this was probably my favorite chapter of this story. you do have a way with you in causing suspense by ending a chapter when the tension is the greatest. that's what makes you so popular a writer. well, this chapter tells me that Eomer is clearly not to messed with. you can tell he has this "don't mess with me" attitude when at the beginning he changes his tone from seductive to sharpness, and later he displays his sarcasm, heavy on the victim as they feel it. it's a wonder Lothiriel didn't collapse from the strain of his penetrating glare and her weariness combined. but, it's nice to know that she and Eomer made up eventually, i would have screamed at you if you kept them mad at each other yet at the same time long for each other's caresses. but, finally, i liked the part when it mentions that the door closed and Lothiriel heard the awful sound of Eothain screaming from the pain and agony as the iron made contact with his skin. it's also funny to know that she can't do anything about it even though i suspect that she wanted to burst back into the room and comfort the victim of agony. and, in the end, Eomer told Lothiriel about his true feelings about her, and their supposed "privacy", because Amrothos pops up out of nowhere and scares both of them to death. it was quite clever of Lothiriel to retreat into her bedchamber to avoid the must-be violent argument between her brother and her betrothed, and to take a well-deserved and long waited for bath. aahhhhhh, life is good. would you do me a favor and visit my website in which i have recently constructed, http://www.councilofelrond.com/members/LadySaruman/ and tell me how it was by signing my guestbook? nobody has seen it yet, because i have been updating it and keeping my friends waiting. well, if you would actually be sweet enough to view this website and sign my guestbook then you would be a great friend to me, and you would be the first to see my website (unless some members of www.councilofelrond.com have accidentally stumbled upon my website. Thnx for writing a great chapter!!!! IF you do hopefully visit my website and find it good, well, then you have done good things for a person who considers that this means a lot to her. if you didn't like my website, then i'm sorry for wasting minutes of your life. but if you happen to sign my guestbook, then plz do so honestly. i really don't like it when people hate something and cover it up by substituting in a compliment. just tell me the truth, and i'll be happy whether you hated it or not!!!!!! With my sincerest apologies for making this review so long, Lady Saruman ^_~

Alison H · 4 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

This chapter has to be one of my favourites out of all your stories--the wordplay, actions, humour, and sexual tension between Eomer and Lothiriel just make this particular chapter a delight to read from start to finish! I noticed that on Open Scrolls your visual inspiration for Lothiriel was the late Audrey Hepburn and, I must say, that having the image of her in my mind when I read your stories just made the character come to life even more.I could almost hear Audrey Hepburn's voice---and, of course, Eomer would find her the most beautiful woman he had laid eyes on! I just want to let you know that I have printed out your entire stories for me to read at leisure.I hope you don't mind, but they are much better that many books that I have read and I'm not in the habit of reading romances! Your Eomer and Lothiriel are both irresistable and, as Daw pointed out, Eomer is HOT! Looking forward to your next story! Ali.

daw the minstrel · 4 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

I cringed at the painful surgery. I would want to be neither the healer nor the patient. Lothiriel is very strong indeed. And Eomer is hot.

Kitty · 4 February 2006 · Chapter 3: Chapter Three

Immer diese Störungen, wenn es gerade interessant zu werden beginnt! *grummel* “No, I am afraid he did not see reason,” her father replied dryly. “Actually, he did see a fist. Or rather he did not see the fist before it was too late.” *lol* Das hast Du wunderschön ausgedrückt! Elphir hingegen ... irgendwie erweckt er den Eindruck, daß er seine Schwester am liebsten auf einem Podest und unter Glas hätte, damit nichts und niemand an sie herankommt. Er übertreibt es wirklich mit seinen Bedenken. Éothain ist nicht gerade ein einfacher Patient, aber Éomer wußte ja gut mit ihm umzugehen *eg* Auf jeden Fall war die OP interessant und gut beschrieben. Und der Schluß war wieder mal typisch, wenn man bedenkt, was Lothíriel da so denkt *lol*

Bodkin · 4 February 2006 · Chapter 2: Chapter Two

“But right now I feel that the quick and painless death that hemlock provides would be too good for Elphir.” Poor Elphir. Mind you, he does need a certain amount of torment! He is letting the family down - the rest of them might be quirky, but they are all intelligent! Elphir would be lucky to measure up as a moron at the moment. If he only realised that Eomer and Lothiriel only need to be in sight of each other for the temperature to rise some twenty degrees! A glimpse of her leg!! I'm surprised Eomer's hands remained steady! A good moment for Imrahil to intervene and bring them both back to the present. But it only took the sight of blood to overcome propriety and return her to healer mode! Eothain (the idiot) should be glad of that - but I don't know that he will be too impressed. Merewyn seems a lot younger than Lothiriel - but I suppose she has led a very different life and 17 to 20 is a big gap. And, then, things aren't always what they seem at first. And, just when we think Lothiriel is going to bathe away the dust of the journey, there at the door is Eomer. Looking at her. And asking for her help. And LACING UP HER GOWN. Oh my. I'm not surprised she turned into jelly and allowed her mouth to do her thinking for her! This relationship is just .... the best!

Lady Saruman · 2 February 2006 · Chapter 2: Chapter Two

oh my, you are carrying it overboard. i didn't know that eomer's sexual desire was that strong. it was soooo suggestive, and i like the part when you said that eomer taking off lothiriel's glove was what he would like to do with the rest of her clothes... haha LOL plz update soon! and i'm sorry about my mistake, its the 5 story. and mula means money, not much people know what it means either. Lady Saruman ^_^

Kitty · 1 February 2006 · Chapter 2: Chapter Two

Ah, was für ein Auftakt! Elphir übertreibt es wirklich – was hat er eigentlich erwartet, was passieren könnte, mit ein paar hundert Zeugen dabei?!? Ich fange an, Amrothos richtig zu mögen – er greift auch immer im richtigen Moment ein! Unterhaltsam waren auch die etwas zweifelhaften Komplimente, die Merewyn Lothíriel gemacht hat. Die Rohirrim sind wirklich ein sehr direktes Volk! Eigentlich hätte Éomer genausogut Aragorn bitten können, sich um Éothain zu kümmern. Der ist schließlich auch ein Heiler, und mit mehr Erfahrung als Lothíriel obendrein. Hat Éomer da nur eine Gelegenheit gesucht, seine Zukünftige zu sehen, oder wollte er ihr damit zeigen, daß sie durch ihre Heirat ihre Berufung als Heiler nicht aufgeben müssen wird? Irgendwie hätte ich erwartet, daß Elphir an dem Punkt einen Riesenaufstand macht, daß Aragorn das machen müsse. Naja, vermutlich haben ihm Imrahil und seine anderen Söhne den Mund gestopft ;-)

daw the minstrel · 1 February 2006 · Chapter 2: Chapter Two

I am a bad, bad worker bee. I'm reading this in my office. It's so, so good. Well, if you were compared to a horse, then you knew for certain that you had arrived in Rohan. And you were as well to take it as a compliment if you were, on top of everything, compared to a rare breed of horse. This made me laugh. You are so good with these cultural things. And also with sexual tension. Have I mentioned that before? It just crackles off the page here.

songspinner · 1 February 2006 · Chapter 2: Chapter Two

"Well, if you were compared to a horse, then you knew for certain that you had arrived in Rohan. And you were as well to take it as a compliment if you were, on top of everything, compared to a rare breed of horse." Oh, how wonderful! That's the perfect description and I could just hear her tone of voice. I'm really enjoying the dialogue and characterization in this one.