just a moment *smacks Eomer on the back of his head*

I needed to do that, too. Somtimes he can really be .. well, himself. He just doesn't think of things. Though the idea of asking Beriedis if he could dance with Lothiriel is better than asking the princess directly but still, he definitely has to win Beriedis first. There is no way around her. So he has to start and at least try to get into her good graces. I mean, it may be hard, but it is not impossible. Come on man, don't pull your tail between your legs (no double meaning intended) and show her that you are made of harder stuff ...

Author's Response: Yah, does seem to need that now and again! Well, you'll jusst have to wait and see if he takes the advice and if he does, will she chew him up and spit him out...they say there is little diffence between love and war...I think Eomer would disagree claiming war is WAY less complicated and esier than love!

Hello.
It was a very nice chapter, I am glad this ended rather smoothly. It could have gone completely awry.
Forgive me, but I simply cannot imagine Eomer doing it Beriedis's way. That would not really be him anymore. But maybe he can be it for a short time, he doesn't have to play a role forever ...

Author's Response: eomer may very well not have a choice but to do it Beriedis' way. She was appointed Lothiriel's guide and mentor and chaperone. According to the traditions of Dol Amroth (which I made up) it is Lady Beriedis who accepts suiters and presents them to Prince Imrahil who will then give the young man persission to court his daughter. As it seems Imrahil follows the tradition, it is doubtful that Eomer has a chance unless he can somehow come into good graces with Beriedis...it will get interesting and there are still a twists to come :)

I will take the blame, I would pay, if they only make it together and that watchdog loses. Give her a bone and let her be distracted.
I really think Beriedis needs to fall in love with someone who is below her station. Maybe she'll understand then, but I am not sure.

I knew that she is not stupid and that this ruse was well-planned but not very obscure. It had to happen. But I just know it will be a happy end and maybe the hurdles they have to take will make them the perfect couple =)

Author's Response: Funny you should mention Beriedis and Love in the same sentence...since I just sent the next segments to my Beta, you will have to wait so see who throws whom a bone. As for the less than well thought-out plan...nothing worth having comes easy. More when it comes back. Happy Holidays!!

I think Beriedis stopped eavesdropping far too early. There would have been so many nice things to hear. I think it does her good not to know everything and believing something to be true which certainly is not. This could be funny

Author's Response: No, she stopped at the right time...for now. It might be funny...as long as you are not the one involved when she finds out the truth...enjoy the update!

I apologize for the fact that this review will be even shorter than your chapter, but I must get some sleep before braving the crowds to do Christmas shopping. And I don't really have that much to say, anyway, except that I do so love little plot twists like characters with the ability to reveal all getting waylaid. :-D

Author's Response: Short and sweet! Glad you like twists, because I am not done yet... enjoy the next part!

Devil! And you are, don't deny it!

You know that really reminds me of the plot twists in the comedies of Shakespeare. You constantly have that itching in your hands as you desperately want to smack your forehead because of the evil twists of fate...
Gods, but how I love that ;-)

But still: poor Eomer, if there is something he is not good at then it is acting. Eowyn will immediately know that something is amiss, and that at her wedding...

Author's Response: to be mentioed in the same sentence as Shakespeare is an honor! Twists and turns are things I enjoy...

I hate this page. I write a review, click on submit and what happens? NOTHING!

OK let me try to get it together again...

This chapter shows once again that people who are eavesdropping hear things they don't like, so true here. You are playing a game with me. I want to go and comfort Eomer but somehow I have the feeling I do not belong in this story.
Now that I can see Arwens meddling plan fully, I must say I like it, although tehre are so many ways in which this can go awfully wrong, especially if the twins are involved. But I really would love to see Beriedis if she finds out what is going on and ask myself if she would be protective enough to go against the queen.
And I hope Imrahil forgives his queen the little deception, after all it is for the happiness of his little flower and one of his important allies.

Author's Response: If I write you into the story I think that would count you as a MarySue--sorry. He really should walk away when he starts to hear things! Beriedis is no fool--despite what people may think--and she does take her sworn oath very seriously. Arwen's meddling in personal affair using her standing as queen might not be viewed favorable by Beriedis or Imrahil--although the prince's loyalty is bound to his king...the King of Gondor!

Congratulations - you actually made Lady Battleaxe amuse me (by playing right into Elrohir's (and really, Arwen's) hands!) and I didn't think that could be done! :-D

Love the line "the chaperone was planning on...well, chaperoning." I may be giggling at that for a while.

Oh, and back to the cloak-wrapping: I just think that seems like such a sweet and simple thing. And I'm a sucker for that.

Author's Response: I am glad to have amused...hopefully it will not be the last time she is amusing (I am having fun writing her!) I am sure she was salivating the moment Elrohir walked in! As for Claok wrapping...yah, romantic. Although it would wreak havoc on my rohirrim wrapping their cloak about a woman out of gallentry to keep them warm--however, in zee's story the cloak is clearly not just any cloak, but specifically the "Rider's Cloak" which might not be the same cloak worn as an outer cloak. Anyway, glad you enjoyed the chapter...more soon! ~G

"The chaperone was planning on chaperoning". I have been giggling for five minutes already and still cannot stop. Well that is a good thing. Alright, let me try to type a coherent answer. Well I like the fact that you make Beriedis so really narrow-minded. It does not even come to her mind that a man or elf would ask a woman out without being a suitor. If the twins are now directly involved she will get ... something. I dare not think what it will be but I think she will fall unconcious when it will become official that Lothiriel "will be married off to Rohan." I mean, the twins trying to achieve something will be a funny thing.
I love this chapter.


P.S. I cannot access the page anymore where I used to read your story "Leading to Love". Do you post it on any other page? If yes, give me the name please. I would love to read on there, too.

Author's Response: Just keep in mind that meddling and the twins...well, not always a good thing. And Arwen may be queen of Gondor, but she is meddling in personal matters now...So, worried yet? I have desided to see just how hated Beriedis can be. It is getting to be most amusing since I know who it all ends! The other sight is down for a spell, but will apparently be back up soon. I will keep you posted. You can see if I arched it at OEAM...I don't remember but will check. I honestly do not remember where else I have it so I will get back to you. ~

Ooh, intrigue!! And may I just say that I think the line "find a girl, wrap her in your cloak, and let someone discover you in the morning" may be my favorite line of this entire story. Thus far.

Author's Response: Thanks! The cloak idea/concept is borrowed from my dear friend ZeeDrippy Vessel and her story "Rider of Rohan." Given everything going on in this story, I thought that idea fit perfectly for an ancient tradition that is looking pretty good right now! Can you see Lady Beriedis' reaction to THAT!?!? lol The intrigue is just beginning because nothing is ever that easy! Just waiting for more to come back from my Beta and then I can post! Hang tight! ~G