Faramir is the attainable hero, one who shares her warrior instincts like
Aragorn, but he reciprocates the interest. That prompts Eowyn to rethink
her urge to ride off towards a kind of heroic oblivion, for now she finds a
kindred spirit interested in sharing her feelings with her. Eowyn has
also been going through changes, and has learned after the Paths of the Dead
that Aragorn is too remote and ideal for her, a man who could never be more
than a teacher to her. Faramir is intriqued by her and feels the "pity"
we discussed earlier in the week that is more empathetic, not parternalistic
like Aragorn's (pity for a fellow-sufferer versus pity for a much younger,
inexperienced person learning lessons).
Yes, Eowyn does change here, but this is a change that comes from finding a
soul mate instread of an unapproachable
mentor.
