Summary: Gilraen's son was ever resourceful

Rated: PG

Categories: LOTR FPS Pairing: Aragorn/Boromir/Faramir

Warnings: None

Challenges:

Series: Ancient Customs Well Employed

Chapters: 3 Completed: Yes

Word count: 316 Read: 2712

Published: 06 Aug 2009 Updated: 06 Aug 2009

"I would not usurp my brother.” Grateful to have him home, alive, he was more than happy as the Steward’s Advisor.

“Not even for The King’s Right?” He froze; saw Aragorn studying him. He’d never dreamed…

“That custom was outlawed centuries ago, Sire.”

“Didn’t your brother fail history lessons?” Oh, this man would run Gondor skillfully.

“Would all aspects of the Right hold true?”

Aragorn laughed, “You speak of the Steward’s Clause?” Lower, “You watch him. You want him.”

Heat flared Faramir’s cheeks.

“You’re my only obstacle. So yes, it applies.”

“Then I’d be pleased to serve as your Steward.”