A/N: I really haven't updated in a while. My mind kind of froze because life sucks right now. I have too many emotional issues. Oh well. Still I don't know where I'm going. Characters have a mind of their own. It's kind of funny. I never thought it was possible.

Disclaimer: I rule the world and everything in it. I sold your soul as well. Okay, maybe not but I need to get that out of my system. We know all I own is what I have in my tiny room, which includes Éomer…. NOT. Enjoy.

As the Rain Falls

Finally I can sleep in a clean, warm bed away from the rain. I was thoroughly drenched when I arrived in Gondor late this afternoon. Éowyn was happy to see me with the sly grin on her face. She seemed to be up to something, but then again, she always is. Maybe it's her expectancy. If Faramir were there I probably would have murdered him right then and there. However he was stuck in a council meeting. Lucky him. Although I must admit that I was glad to finally see my sister again. Little does she know of all the questioning I have in store for her.

It's getting late and dinner will be soon. Real food, what an amazing thing after traveling for quite some time. Maybe these incessant thoughts of women have also worked up an appetite. I need to refrain from thinking about women; it's really doing me in. Maybe that's what Éowyn was scheming about. Hmm. This could be interesting.

"So, are you enjoying your evening in Gondor, Éomer?" Faramir questioned as he's somehow managed to stay alive, despite the daggers in my eyes.

" It is pleasurable. I'm glad I'm able to see Éowyn and being out of the rain is a blessing as well." I stated truly enjoying the dryness of the palace.

"My cousins in Dol Amroth are having a lot of rain as well. They should have arrived today as well. I know Lothiriel is quite excited about meeting your sister. Although it seems that most people do want to meet the heroic maiden who defeated the witch-king." He offered seemingly truly smitten by Éowyn as he glanced in her direction.

" Indeed. It seems after that she drew a lot of attention to herself. Especially from men." I said enjoying the way this conversation was leading.

He started laughing heartily. "True. She most definitely drew my attention. But now it is your turn to find someone. You must have someone in mind, do you not?" He said still smiling broadly.

At this I tried to stay calm. All of my thoughts came flooding back of worrying about the future. Thoughts of jealousy emerged as well for I knew that Faramir was happy with Éowyn and they were already expecting their first child. I think he realized something was wrong as well.

"Éomer, is something wrong?" He asked with concern evident in his eyes.

At first I debated if I should tell him of what has been plaguing my mind, but I realized that someone else's opinions would do me well so I let it go. I told him of my thoughts. I poured out all that I could and more that I hadn't even considered until I had spoken it aloud.

After all was said and done, he looked at me for some time. Then for a brief moment, I thought he was trying to suppress laughter. Then he let it go and did start laughing. Endlessly. At me. At my pain. If we weren't in public he would have been in severe pain, instead I simply starred at him blankly.

Eventually his laughing ceased as people starting glancing over at us occasionally. I was relieved that Éowyn hadn't come over and asked what was so horribly funny.

Was all of my insanity really that crazy? I've truly lost it. There's no hope for me. None whatsoever. The Steward of Gondor knows I'm crazy as will the rest of the court in time. So much for finding a wife. I wonder if I could get him drunk so that he wouldn't remember any of this? That would maybe work to my advantage, but then Éowyn might intervene and…

"I didn't mean to laugh that much Éomer. I am sorry. It's just that I really didn't expect you to have such fears. It's kind of ironic in a way that a man such as yourself would have so many doubts. And I don't mean that to offend you in any way." He said this trying to be calm and collected after his fit of laughter. I think he could tell I still wasn't following so he decided to continue.

"It seems to me that you are just afraid of what the future will bring or when it will happen. Everything takes time and in due time you'll find the person that will love the person that you are." He replied trying to help me understand the way I was feeling.

I already knew that I was afraid of the future. That was obvious. Had he not heard of how I had been stressing about it? Did he listen it all? I don't think I'm getting anywhere. I still like the idea of getting him drunk so he forgets all of this. Then he'll be in my debt in the morning when his head is pounding and he can barely move. I would enjoy that, but I don't think that….

"Are you two enjoying yourselves?" The fearful lady known as my sister interrupted my evil plans.

"Indeed love. We were just discussing a few things of importance." Faramir replied hoping that that would keep her curiosity at bay.

"Things of importance? Such as what? I saw you laughing before. What was that all about?" She replied giving me a look, letting us know that our well kept secret was out. I finally decided to intervene.

"Matters of manly, my dear sister, that shouldn't trouble your mind." I replied knowing that she should stop now that she hasn't been told our topic directly on purpose.

"If you're both going to be secretive, I suppose I can ask around later. Don't worry for I will find out." She said with a smirk and left.

"She's very complex." Faramir simply stated, yet with a smile on his face simply enjoying her short addition to our conversation.

"Complex isn't the word. She's devious and tricky. I'm sure she'll be up to something." After these words, I decided to turn in for it had been a long night. I had finally let go of some of my thoughts with my brother-in-law and it was wearing on me.

"Goodnight Éomer. I'll see you at breakfast." He said slowly rising from his chair to find Éowyn. I'm certain he'll tell her of our conversation. They both are devious being. At least I can at last sleep in a comfortable bed without the rain drenching me.

A/N: Wow, that took a completely different turn than what I was going for. I finally know somewhat where I am going with this. Yeah, life is good. I'll try to post soon but don't count on it. Thanks for the reviews. Ideas are always appreciated. BTW, Lothiriel's eyes are green right, and Éomer's are blue or brown. I'm have a mental moment. Save me.