A/N

This is my first FF and am primarily writing this to be able to be a Beta. The plan is 6,000 words, regardless of how bad this will probably be, but I will continue it if, by some miracle, people enjoy reading it. Tips on characterization and anything else will be greatly appreciated as I haven't written fiction in a VERY long time. Without further ado...

Eragon

"I believe that's enough," called a calm voice behind him. His attention snapped from his pacing around the perfectly tuned, ice white McLaren 720S, which was filled with carbon fiber detailing, to look at Arya. She looked slightly concerned at his unusual pre-race reaction as she walked over to him. Her emerald eyes shining with emotion, with her entire face and neck exposed as her ebony hair was pulled into a ponytail.

"I'm sorry, I'm just...tense at the moment," Eragon replied as she stopped inches in front of him, her concerned look only growing. Both being unsure of their actions with the tension, Arya slowly moved forward, pressing Eragon into his car and kissing him, slowly and purposefully. Arya's arms immediately rose around his neck as Eragon's wrapped around her waist. They had been locked together for almost a minute when they broke apart with elevated heart rates.

"I know. This will be just another of your countless races,"Arya murmured against his lips, attempting to alleviate the tension in the empty parking garage. He smiled, finally feeling at ease, even if only slightly, for a brief moment after a stressful week of preparing for this one race. She immediately knew that she succeeded in easing the tension.

Several high-end cars were heard pulling up from the lower levels of the unfinished, vacant parking garage. Eragon knew it was time to focus as he initiated one final, passionate kiss with Arya before the others arrived. As they broke apart, Saphira's familiar sapphire blue 2017 Audi R8 rolled into the garage, the blonde behind the wheel casually pulled the car beside Arya's silver 2017 NISMO Nissan GT-R, parked safely away from what will become, the path to be taken by the mysterious leader of Empire, the underground racing group with ties to countless financial businesses to provide funds for hypercars, known as Galbatorix.

Saphira stepped out of the car, looking determined despite the gravity of the situation, who helped a still injured Firnen out of the car, looking just as determined. Acknowledging each other with quick nods of the head, the four stood in silence as both friend and foe arrived. Varden's racers stayed on one side while Empire's stayed in the other, barely acknowledging one another. Those who arrived were recognizable, as the leaders of the two groups were the only people told to arrive in this particular spot. Murtagh peaked the ramp, followed by Orik and Thorn, all three in their respective cars. The others were told to set up to livestream the race to keep everyone up to date on the positions.

Everyone kept conversation light, amongst themselves knowing what was about to happen. Until the low rumble of a final engine approached. The parking garage fell silent. Everyone knew what was happening. Slowly, people moved to the TV set up for the leaders to watch the progress. Arya looked back to Eragon, still being held in his arms, and gave him one final kiss. It was purposeful, to show how much she cared. He responded, attempting to portray as many emotions as he could before they broke apart. Arya spoke first, saying "I love you. Do what needs to be done, but be careful."

He responded with: "And I you. He has to be stopped and this is the only way to fulfill the trap. I wish there was an easier way, but there isn't." Arya nodded as Eragon heard the car roll up. Eragon retracted his arms and stepped into the car, gripping the carbon fiber steering wheel. As he did, Galbatorix rolled up in a matte black Porsche and began to make his U-turn behind the 720S. As he did, deja vu hit him and he thought about the events leading up to this moment.

A/N

I decided to start towards the end and will continue with a flashback to the beginning. Probably a mistake, but I left details out in purpose to not spoil too much. Also, I haven't decided fully on who will drive what and suggestions will be appreciated for various characters. I proofread, but mistakes are very plausible and I will fix them if they are pointed out to me or if I notice them. Thank you for reading, please review with your thoughts.