Chapter 5: To the Edge of Night
Éowyn sat in the caves with the other women and children. She had her sword strapped to her back, and the sight made the women back away.
They could hear the sounds of battle overhead. Then, a sound that brought great joy to Éowyn's heart was heard. The sound was that of horse's hooves pounding on the dirt.
"Éomer," she breathed.
Women were crying, shouting over and over, "We're saved!" and hugging their children close.
It had been a long night, and Éowyn was glad it was over. She remembered her mother telling her something. Sometimes, we fight to the edge of night, but we will always win, so long as we believe we can do it.