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𝓜𝓸𝓸𝓷𝓵𝓲𝓽 — send ✨ to find my muse bathing in the moonlight.

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  Had it been on any other day of the month, she wouldn’t have tried to avoid the Third Marshal in his own home. But tonight, her arrival coincided with the full moon. She had slipped into the inn earlier that evening and paid for a room, knowing that she would need it later. It didn’t take long to change into looser clothing, which consisted of a grey sleeveless shirt she nicked from Saeradan three days ago and shorts, before leaving the town again.

  Since becoming a werewolf, Hal had tried to avoid being near people on the night during the full moon and her transformation. That also meant not answering Éomer’s questions about where she disappeared to during those nights. And it made ignoring the recently formed pull towards him easier to ignore.

  A near silent sigh left her lips as the dark haired Ranger slipped into the treeline, unaware that her friend wasn’t that far behind. With little to follow, it would have been hard for a mortal to find the route she had taken. But unknown to her, the younger man was no longer mortal.

  Golden eyes widened as Hal stopped in her tracks at both his words and his familiar yet darker scent. She turned back towards him partly, the inhuman glow of her gaze easily being noticed in the darkness. “Éomer… Don’t follow me please…” Her voice, although much softer than usual and with a tinge of panic, could easily be heard by a vampire.

  Then she turned and ran deeper into the trees, arriving in the clearing half an hour before the moon fully rose. It took her a few minutes to set everything up and then Hal settled in the middle, meditating to help make the changing easier. But nothing could ease her mind when she knew that Éomer was out there looking for her.

  As the full moon moved into position overhead, the quiet werewolf left her clothes by her pack and waited. She felt the pull lessen suddenly but didn’t have time to turn away and curled into herself on the ground. Pain made itself visible across her usually expressionless features as her human form changed into a wolf. A far too still black coloured wolf who didn’t appear to be breathing at first glance.

Starter for @rangers-arecool. Muses: Hal & Éomer. Werewolf & vampire spooky shenanigans.

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Third Marshal Éomer and his sister - the White Lady of Rohan, Éowyn - both held a secret. On one of the horse-lord's expeditions to keep an eye on the Riddermark, he had gone to Dunharrow, as much as it made his skin crawl. His sister had gone along with him despite protests. The outcome of the task had been. . . surprising, to say the least. The two kin of the king had been bitten by a vampire!

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Éomer had heard word from a friend that Hal had returned to Aldburg but was in an inn, and had not yet stopped to see the Third Marshal. He thought this strange, as he was oft the first one to see her when she arrived. He had a suspicion she was trying to avoid him, but he would not allow it. He had to find her.

He entered the little inn and cast his sharp, focused gaze all around the main room but could not find his ranger friend anywhere. He turned to the innkeeper and asked if he had seen Hal, to which he replied with merely a gesture - he pointed toward another door that led outside. Éomer swiftly left the inn and returned to the dark and cool night, that he now much favored over the harsh sunny day. It was a world he used to fear, and then dislike, but now it felt invigorating.

He headed out just past the city and near taller grasses and a copse of trees. He sniffed the air deeply, seeking out the woodsy scent of his friend. He heard rustling coming from the trees and his ears, now much like an elf's, twitched as he listened carefully.

"Hal. . . are you out there?" he asked, careful not to raise his voice too loudly, but enough if she was near, she could hear him. This itself was not strange - Hal often wandered away from the town, or slipped away to think - but he felt worry.

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𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐋: 𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐒. all these sentences regard the nature of romance with a immortal creature, or romance between differences species. of stories that involve the fae, fairies, vampires elves and their complicated lives. change pronouns, location and names as you see fit.

“Do you really think I could ever resist your allure, even after all these years?”

“Your heart beats so sweetly; it’s almost intoxicating to be this close to you.”

“If I could give you immortality, I would do it in a heartbeat. But I want you to choose me, not my curse.”

“You have no idea what your blood does to me… it calls to the darkness within.”

“In the shadows, I’ve lived for centuries, but your light is what makes me feel alive.”

“Kiss me like the night is ours, and the dawn will never break.”

“Each time you brush against me, it’s like fire igniting in my veins.”

“I may be a creature of the night, but you make me crave the day.”

“Your laughter sounds like the wind dancing through the leaves; it makes my heart race.”

“In this fleeting world, you are my eternity, and I would choose you over a thousand lifetimes.”

“Even among my people, your beauty stands out like a rare flower blooming in winter.”

“Let me show you the stars through elven eyes, where magic lingers in the air.”

“With every touch, I can feel the essence of nature flowing between us.”

“You’re the melody that haunts my dreams; without you, my song would fade into silence.”

“To hold you is to embrace the very essence of life itself.”

“In the forest’s embrace, our souls are intertwined, unbreakable as the roots of ancient trees.”

“Your spirit dances like the fireflies at dusk; I want to be lost in your light.”

“In your presence, even the wildest of my kind would feel tamed.”

“A kiss from you is like tasting pure magic; I can’t get enough.”

“When you whisper my name, it’s like a spell that draws me closer to you.”

“You’ve bewitched me, heart and soul; I’m yours for all eternity.”

“Don’t you see? Our worlds may be different, but our hearts beat in the same rhythm.”

“Every time I catch your gaze, it feels like a dance of fate pulling us together.”

“Your laughter is the sweetest nectar; I want to drink it forever.”

“You’re unlike anyone I’ve ever met; your differences only draw me closer to you.”

“If you knew how hard it is to resist your charm, you’d understand my struggle.”

“In your eyes, I see a world I never knew existed, and I want to explore every part of it.”

“I’ve loved you through a thousand lifetimes, each one more vivid than the last.”

“Your skin feels like silk against mine; it’s a sensation I never want to forget.”

“You and I may be from different worlds, but our hearts speak the same language.”

“Touch me, and I’ll show you how our love can bridge the gap between our species.”

“Every moment with you feels like a dream; I never want to wake up.”

“Your breath against my skin sends shivers down my spine; I crave your touch.”

“Let me lose myself in you; I want to know every part of your being.”

“I ache for you in ways I can’t explain; it’s a hunger that only you can satisfy.”

“You’re a beautiful enigma, and I want to unravel every secret you hold.”

“When our lips meet, it feels like magic, as if the world around us disappears.”

“I can feel the heat radiating between us; it’s as if the universe conspired for this moment.”

“With you, every kiss is a promise; every touch, a vow of eternity.”

“Let me take you to the edge of desire and show you what true passion feels like.”

“If you keep looking at me like that, I might just lose control and turn you into my eternal lover.”

“Do you think you can keep up with my kind? We’re known for our… stamina.”

“You might be a mortal, but you certainly have a taste for the extraordinary.”

“I’ve seen lifetimes of beauty, but your smile makes even the stars jealous.”

“If you think I’m captivating, just wait until you see what else I can do.”

“I didn’t know humans could be so enchanting; it’s almost unfair.”

“Your heart may be fragile, but I promise to handle it with care.”

“They say opposites attract, but I think we’re the perfect kind of chaos." “You see me, not as a monster, but as a lover; it’s a gift I never thought I’d receive.”

“With every shared secret, our bond grows stronger, and I cherish you more.”

“You’ve taught me the beauty of vulnerability; it’s a treasure I didn’t know I needed.”

“In your eyes, I find solace; your love is my sanctuary from the world.”

“Though we are worlds apart, your heart feels like home to me.”

“You’re the reason I believe in the impossible; you make me want to be better.”

“Our love is a beautiful rebellion against the laws of nature; let’s embrace it.”

“I’ve walked through darkness, but your love shines brighter than any light.”

“The more time I spend with you, the more I crave your presence like a lifeline.”

“Every moment we’re apart feels like an eternity; I need you close to me.”

“You have a way of igniting a fire in me that I thought had long since died.”

“The thought of losing you terrifies me more than any battle I’ve faced.”

“I can’t help but want you; you’ve captured my heart and my very soul.”

“The mere thought of you sends shivers down my spine; it’s a hunger I can’t ignore.”

“Being near you feels like breathing; I can’t imagine life without your essence.”

“You’re my greatest temptation, and I find myself willingly surrendering to you.”

“I will love you through every storm, every battle, and every moment of darkness.”

“With you, I’ve found my forever; I promise to cherish you for all time.”

“Let’s defy the odds together; I’ll be by your side, no matter the cost.”

“You’re the promise I never knew I was searching for, and I’ll hold onto you fiercely.”

“Every day with you is a gift, and I vow to treasure each moment we share.”

“Our love story may be unconventional, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything else.”

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Verse: The Last Alliance failed & Sauron won

Main idea: After the Last Alliance fails to defeat Sauron the first time, a low lying almost mist-like darkness has covered Middle-Earth as it enters the Third Age. The One Ring is lost amid the battlefield after Sauron's hand is destroyed and not seen again until it is found in the grasp of a Hobbit.

Light from the Sun and Moon are dimmed due to the darkness, cracks and crevasses form in lands that were once stable and fear reigns.

Lothlorien and Imladris have become beacons of light more than ever, while Mirkwood is destroyed, with Thranduil losing his life to protect his people and leaving Legolas in charge.

Bree and the Shire are protected by Tom Bombadil and Goldberry, while the Hobbits help the Rangers with food for the refugees.

Most of Rohan has been razed to the ground while Fangorn Forest and the Ents aid the survivors as much as they can. Gondor stands on the brink of disaster due to their proximity to Mordor.

Erebor and the Iron Hills are the main strongholds for the Dwarves, although they do try to assist the folk living around them survive. Without caring if they are Mortal or Elf.

The Rangers of the North continue to help and protect where they can. As rumours fly about one of their number, who has seemingly followed in his father’s footsteps and abandoned the Dunedain for the dark side. Unknown to all but his kin, Hal is on a dangerous long term mission as he has gone undercover in Carn Dum, Angmar.

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For this blog & my Elves at: @amid-ice-and-snow. Last updated: 30.10.24

If I have missed you off, please tell me. My ask boxes is currently open, DMs are also open or comment below if you would like a random starter to be sent, just say which muse/s. I am as slow as hell. Please do bear with me as currently going through shit in RL. Everything is saved on Scrivener, so I am working on it.

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(not too certain about these so please let me know if I'm missing any)

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@menelvagor | Elrohir/Haldir

- Lou

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Having random ideas about verses due to things I have been reading. But never actually going to write them as they wouldn't be appreciated by many.

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Manhandling symbol starters

Send one for your muse to…

★ - drag my muse by the arm ⁂ - grab my muse by the front of their shirt, possibly shoving them back ✱ - take my muse by the hips to carefully move them out of their way ➜ - smack my muse upside the head ⌧ - grip my muse by the back of the neck © - put a hand on my muse’s back to steer them somewhere ✂ - point sternly at a chair and tell my muse to sit down ✉ - push my muse back down when they try to get out of bed (perhaps involving illness, injury, or sleep deprivation) ☛ - press a finger to my muse’s lips to shut them up ♚ - put a hand on my muse’s knee while sitting next to them, to discourage them from standing up ♧ - slap my muse’s hand away from something they shouldn’t touch ♦ - grab my muse’s hair and yank ♤ - slam a door shut before my muse can leave the room ♞ - physically pick my muse up and carry them ♭ - grip my muse’s jaw to make them look yours in the eye ♨ - rub my muse down with a sponge/wet cloth  ☀ - pin my muse with their arms behind their back ☠ - slam my muse into a wall ☾ - wrestle/pin my muse to the ground

Add as much or as little context as you’d like!

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@menelvagor asked: " I want to see you. . . HAPPY. " (Éomer & Hal)

  "I am happy." She murmured softly, when the new King of Rohan found her upon the Pier that overlooked the Pelennor Fields. The war was over, the One Ring destroyed and Aragorn crowned as the King of the Reunited Kingdom. And yet... Dark eyes flicked over her shoulder at where she could hear the fading voices of Éowyn as she distracted Lothiriel from following him onto the Pier. One hand around the pendant as she turned to focus on him, resignation clear to see.

  Her gaze shifted again, this time looking back out over the Fields. "But I don't know if I am about to lose the one person who is a major part of that happiness."

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I want to see you.... finish it in my ask

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  Aragorn didn’t have a problem with Hal and Éomer courting. Not when all he wanted was for the older Ranger to be happy- and she had found that happiness in Aldburg. His issue was with the current situation and the fact that he didn’t know if she would return from the mission she had taken.

  He let the other man take the letter and read it, having already figured by his reaction that he had meant to accept the courting. The Dunedain Chieftain shifted slightly and handed the pendant to Éomer so he could hold on to it for now. “That is why I came to you first because something didn't seem right.” He frowned, considering his words for a long moment. Not one for saying where his Rangers had gone on their mission. But this was different.

  ”Then we have one major problem. The mission that Hal has taken is set within Moria. Of all my people, she is the only one who would dare to step foot inside of there but we don’t if or when she’ll be coming back out again.”

The horse-lord looked unnervingly at Aragorn as he saw the narrowing of his eyes. Had he not wished him and Hal to start courting?

He breathed shallowly as his comrade continued that Hal, the one ranger who would come to the Riddermark, was gone. To where she had gone, many ideas flew about his mind as he pondered how to get away.

"What?" he asked, anger edging his tone as the Dúnadan broke to him the cause of the issue - his. . .rejection? "I did not reject her courting letter!" he promised, affronted, his heart aching as he stared at the pendant he had given Hal. Now left behind. He reached for the letter in Aragorn's hand and read through it slowly, then dropped it with a growl. "I did not tell the scribe to write that," he continued, seething. "I wanted to accept it. . . I- Apparently they did not wish me to."

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  It wouldn’t have been the first time that she had foregone sleep for the rest of the night. Happened quite regularly too. But with both Éomer's stern words and the way he pulled her closer again, Hal didn’t think tonight would be one of them. She hesitated for a fraction of a second, before curling against his side again. Rest was only going to happen for a few more hours as she tended to rise just before dawn, no matter where in Arda she was.

  ”Wouldn’t listen normally but it’s you…” Her voice trailed off as she drifted back to sleep, her breathing slowing until the rise and fall of her chest was barely noticeable. It was a safety tactic that she had learnt to do while asleep during her teenage years.

Éomer felt Hal start to pull away from him, the distance between their bodies growing once more. He would have let her slide out from under his arm, let her slip back out to her own room, but he could see the exhaustion in her countenance. This would not do.

"No, Hal. I see how hard you are fighting sleep at this very moment!" he said sternly. He pulled her closer with his arm, so that she could nestle back in. Any discomfiture he felt was worth going through if he could help out his friend. He could endure teasing from his kin, if only to let Hal rest. "Go back to sleep. Worry not for anything else. Sleep..."

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  There had always been friendly dealings between their people before but the deepening connection between Hal and Éomer would make it firm. If they could figure out why his second in command had suddenly left without a word.

  Aragorn ran a hand through his hair with a sigh as the younger man spoke. “I was hoping that wouldn’t be the case.” Storm blue eyes narrowed a fraction, thoughts spinning through his mind. He was connecting dots and the picture forming wasn’t good.

  ”She’s gone, Éomer. And so has one of the few missions that none of my Rangers dared to do, because of the location.” He replied, before pulling a very familiar pendant and a letter from his pack. “Why would Hal return here when you rejected her courting letter?”

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𝐒𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐃𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐓𝐒.

basically i was looking over the protective prompts and the hero prompts and it hit me that like. the unbridled angst and vibes of the whole “post-battle” scene, or a scene set after an attack or a disaster or smth, needs to be ADDRESSED!!! and so y’all get the full weight of my angst today, sprinkled with a lot of teamwork and selfless and sacrificing vibes. i hope you enjoy! do NOT add further contributions to this list!!! i will curse your potato crops!!!

DIALOGUE PROMPTS.

“ can you hear me? hey… [NAME], can you hear my voice? “

“ come on… wake up. please… please wake up… “

“ oh! oh, thank god! i thought we lost you… “

“ hey, hey… look at me, okay? you gotta get up now. you think you might be able to walk? ‘cause they sent for back-up, and if they find us… we cannot let them find us. understand? “

“ go, go! save yourself! i’ll buy you some time! “

“ we both know i’m not walking out of this one. it’s okay, alright? it’s okay… just… do me a favor, will you? will you make them pay for this? i don’t care how. but… don’t let them get away with it. “

“ hey, how badly are you hurt? can you move? you think you can walk? “

“ if you can’t walk, i’m gonna have to carry you, alright? we can’t stay here. “

“ hey, look at me. i’m slowing you down, we both know it. it’s okay. i’ll hide and wait for back-up; you get yourself out of here. “

“ you’re gonna need to climb up on my back, you’re slowing us down with that injury. “

“ will you quit talking like that?! i’m not leaving you behind! “

“ what the hell are you doing here?! i told you to get out of here! “

“ you’re shivering… hey. hey, listen to me, okay? everything’s gonna be alright, i promise. here… take my jacket. don’t worry, i’m warm-blooded. “

“ i’ll get blood on your shirt… “

“ hey, don’t you dare close your eyes, you hear me? you die in my arms, and i’m gonna stick the dry-cleaning bill for this shirt in your coffin, that’s a promise! “

“ i know we almost died just now, but… am i the only one who’s hungry? “

“ we need to get you to a hospital… “

“ hey, come on now… you’re okay. you’re good, right? “

“ i must be hurt pretty bad if you’re being this nice to me. “

“ quit playing the martyr. we’re not leaving you behind. “

“ you know, i hate to be the negative voice, but… did… did we just lose? “

“ look at me… i’m not gonna make it. it’s okay, i’m fine with that. but… you can’t stay here. you’ve got a good long life ahead of you. and you’re smart, too; too smart to wait around here and waste that long life. so you get out of here, and you go live that life. live it for both of us. will you promise me you’ll do that? “

“ back-up isn’t coming. is it? we’re on our own, right? “

“ can’t sleep, huh? it’s okay. it’s probably all that adrenaline and shock; i can’t sleep, either. wanna keep each other company? “

“ i don’t give two shits about the back-up; i’m just happy you’re alive. “

ACTION PROMPTS.

as always, add a “+ REVERSE” to switch the roles!

[ CARRY ]:     having found the receiver in an injured/weak/unconscious state, the sender carries them in their arms to safety.

[ TILT ]:     the sender gently tilts the receiver’s chin up so that they can check to see if they’re okay.

[ PULL ]:     sender takes the fallen receiver’s hands and carefully pulls them up so that they’re standing once more.

[ WAIST ]:     sender, while physically supporting and steadying the receiver, loops an arm around their waist for extra support.

[ BACK ]:     sender crouches down slightly to let the wounded receiver climb on their back, giving them a piggy-back ride to safety afterwards.

[ HAIR ]:     while in the process of checking the receiver for injuries or other signs of harm, the sender gently brushes several strands of hair from their eyes.

[ TEND ]:     sender begins to care for the receiver’s injuries.

[ LEAN ]:     the wounded sender leans against the receiver for physical support.

[ SUPPORT ]:     the sender encourages the wounded receiver to lean against them for physical support.

[ PUSH ]:     the sender gently pushes the receiver back to lie down so they can check them properly for injuries.

[ COAT ]:     sender removes their jacket and drapes it around the shoulders of the trembling receiver.

[ BLANKET ]:     just as they’re all about to go to sleep, the sender covers the receiver with their own blanket.

[ AWAKE ]:     the sender, unable to sleep, gets up to go for a walk, and finds that the receiver is also unable to sleep.

[ TOGETHER ]:     when the receiver awakens, they discover that the sender has been sleeping next to them, arms wrapped around one another for warmth, comfort, protection ( or something more… )

[ BANDAGE ]:     the sender sits down across from the receiver and begins to bandage their wounds.

[ DRAG ]:     unable to leave them behind, the sender drags the wounded receiver out of danger and into a safe hiding place for both of them to wait until help arrives.

[ TOUCH ]:     the sender nudges or touches the receiver to check and see if they’re alright after the attack.

[ CLEAN ]:     the sender gently and carefully begins to bathe the blood/soot/ash/dirt from the receiver’s skin during a moment of calm.

[ PRIORITY ]:     when they arrive at a designated safe place, the sender refuses to be examined or cared for until the receiver is taken care of first.

[ PROMISE ]:     before leaving to get help/food/water/a rescue mission etc, the sender assures and promises the receiver that they’ll return safely, refusing to bring them along or to stay behind.

[ BROKEN ]:     after having promised the receiver that they’d return, it’s learned that the sender died during their mission. how does the receiver respond?

[ TRAPPED ]:     after having promised the receiver that they’d return from a mission, the receiver learns that the sender has been kidnapped or otherwise trapped, requiring a rescue mission to bring them home.

[ RESCUE ]:     the sender and receiver reunite after the sender embarked upon an infamously perilous rescue mission to save the receiver.

[ FOUND ]:     after a massive rescue mission to try and find the missing receiver, the sender is the first to find them just as the efforts are about to be abandoned.

[ HOPE ]:     just as the receiver is about to lose hope in ever finding the sender again, a message or clue of some kind is discovered that essentially guarantees that the sender is still alive, restoring the receiver’s hope once more.

[ CLING ]:     having finally been reunited, the sender pulls the receiver into a tight, overwhelmingly relieved embrace, clinging to them and burying their face in their shoulder. the whole deal. make it EMOTIONAL–

[ TEARS ]:     having finally found the receiver, or having finally been found by the receiver, the sender breaks down in tears of relief, fear, and many other emotions as they officially reunite.

[ SACRIFICE ]:     knowing that the circumstances only allow one of them to survive, the sender sacrifices their life in order to guarantee the receiver’s survival and safety.

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  After a brief moment, the quiet Dúnadan let her hand drop back to her side. Even though Éomer did make her feel safe enough to sleep, she didn’t want him being uncomfortable at the same time. Hal pulled away slightly from him, giving some space whilst staying under his arm. Slipping out of his room now would have made more sense but it also meant sleep would be permanently beyond her reach if she did. Not that it would bother her much.

  ”I can leave if it’s easier…” She answered softly, tiredness taking over the normal neutrality in her voice. For once, the Ranger was actually struggling to stay awake but force of habit made her keep dark eyes open.

The sleepy horse-lord looked down at Hal's hand as it grabbed his own he had awkwardly gone to move. When he looked back at her he noticed the blush upon her cheeks, which mirrored his own. It for sure did not help the warmth in his face and neck which burned. He would not hear the end of it if his sister were to find out....

"I... But-" he started to protest before he sighed. He had often noticed how little Hal seemed to sleep, oft awake past him or up before him, and he doubted there was much sleep to be had out in the wilds of the North. "If you do not object and it aids you in sleep, then fine," he said, not trusting more words to escape. He relaxed his arm back on her side.

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To that chase went Huan the Hound of Valinor, and Mablung of the Heavy Hand, and Beleg Strongbow ... when they looked upon what was done they cast aside their spears and wept.

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  Hal gave a wry grin at the amusement, flicking a sideways glance at him. She returned to watching the little boy playing, a soft smile replacing the grin and hiding the slight indecision she felt at his words- or so she thought. A few minutes of peacefulness fell between them, dark eyes dropping to her hands on her knees. “I’m too old and broken to send anyone a courting letter now.” She answered softly, ignoring the fact that 71 wasn’t exactly old for one of the Northern Dúnadain.

  ”Since I was nine.” The soft spoken Ranger confirmed at his shock, while one eye was on Theo. “Many just want the prestige and status when it comes to you, Éomer.” She nudged him gently, before leaning slightly against his side. “Most of those who send me courting letters want control to ensure that I don’t turn Dark, amongst other things. My grandfather stopped it but it nearly caused all of my kin to cease trade and avoid Bree, as they weren’t exactly.. happy."

  She eyed him momentarily, pulling a copy of the template from her pack and handing it to him with a small smile. “I don’t mind. Take this copy and then you can adapt it to how you need.” Hal gave a faint grin at his words, before glancing down at the letter in her hand. A letter with the address of someone within Aldburg. “That it is. He does need the diplomacy practice as I’ve been told I’m more diplomatic than Strider, which isn’t exactly good.”

Éomer shook his head but was enjoying the moment of mirth with Hal, evidenced by the smile. "Oh, I believe I would notice if you sent me a letter. That is not one I would so carelessly toss away," he said while not looking directly at her face. He sat down next to her with a sigh and stretched his legs out before him.

"Since you were nine?" he burst in shock, marveling at the audacity and the brutishness of such a request. "I am sorry, I thought my own courting letters were awful - yours have won that. Thank Béma for your grandfather and his sense!" He looked at Hal once more and saw her look of rumination. At that moment she seemed older than she ever had. Of course he said naught.

He peered over at the remaining letter in her hand and nodded in consideration. "That is a good idea. Would you mind if I do the same?" He chuckled at the thought of Aragorn writing some stern words to some certain suitors. "Aye, a good task to add to his plate! He needs a source of entertainment and practice in diplomacy from time to time."