"Gondor will suffer your absence," she told him, certain that she was right. "As would all Men once the battle comes. Forgive me for speaking plainly, but I do not think you should so lightly think of yourself or your abilities, my lord. I do not doubt that there are many who love and respect you, and think only the best of you." Herself included, if she were to be honest.

Éowyn gave him a look, before hesitantly smiling at him. "I would gladly welcome the company of the Captain," she said. "As would my brother and my King. My uncle would be most glad to meet you, even if I do not think I could so adequately explain how it is that I know of the Lord Faramir when I have yet to step out of Rohan."