Hello… Look, I'm really sorry I couldn't update sooner! I got caught up with school… and I was working on my other two fics. And to top it all off, my internet broke. And then my Word. Eventually, I got it fixed, but it broke me for a while.
And now here I am.
Please leave a review on the bottom. It's nice to know how my first story is going. I've only gotten one…
Well, here we go! I hope you enjoy the extra-long chapter!
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Eragon and Sora stood there, opposite of each other, staring in disbelief of their revelations.
They were brothers. There was no doubt about it. Yet that was the thing most shocking to them. Not the other's adventures and sacrifices. No, who they are.
They stood a little longer until Sora, being the more energetic one and the least likely to stay still long, decided to break the silence. "Soooo… Eragon, right?"
Eragon nodded. "Umm… yes. Your name is Sora, huh?"
This time Sora nodded. Sora then said, "Well, looks like we're brothers huh?"
Eragon just nodded again, still not completely recovered. Then, Sora grinned widely. "Well, I've always wanted a brother!" He looked up at him with stars in his eyes. Eragon wondered where he got that optimism from.
Eragon then said, "Really? Well, I've never had a brother, but it seems we are, aren't we? But since you're also a Dragon Rider… I'd love to meet Skye, Sora!"
Sora then looked sad. "But… How are you going to get here? Magic?"
Eragon nodded. "Yeah, if Skye did it, I can too, right?"
His brother nodded happily. "Yeah!" He then put his hand out. "Let's find each other in that clearing all right? I'd love to meet you in person!"
Eragon was confused. Weren't they meeting right now? He supposed that he meant not in this strange place. "Sure. Count on it."
They clasped each other's hands in acceptance and said at the same time…
"Brother."
Then light flooded the room…
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Sora POV
Sora woke up feeling… better than he had ever felt. He wondered why before memories of his meeting with his brother…
Wait. He had a brother!
Sora was almost literally jumping with joy. 'I have a brother! Wait till Skye meets him! I gotta get ready!'
He then got dressed in his usual clothes as fast as possible and ran downstairs, excited for the meeting. He ate his breakfast quickly and ran out the door, much to his aunt's confusion.
As he was running to the clearing, he had to run across the beach, and saw a familiar figure standing there…
"Your Majesty?"
The figure was none other than King Mickey. "Why, hello Sora. Wow, didn't expect to see you. Do you know where Riku and Kiari are?"
Sora shook his head, forgetting that today was the day King Mickey was supposed to be here… which he was. "No, sorry Your Majesty. They might be home considering how early it is, but they'll probably be here soon. Can we talk later? I've got something really important to do today."
King Mickey wondering what was so important, asked, "Sure, I suppose, but what's so important that you can't talk now?"
Sora, not wanting anyone to know yet, just said, "I couldn't tell you. Not yet anyway. Well, I have to go, I'll see you soon! Atra esterní ono thelduin!"
Now, Sora only said that last part because he felt like saying something in the Ancient Language. He forgot that Mickey had learned it from Yen Sid. No, he was too excited to see Eragon.
Needless to say, this left Mickey staring after Sora with wide eyes and dropped jaw, not noticing Riku and Kiari walking up behind him.
Third Person POV (not Sora)
Riku and Kiari had met up on the way to the small island with the paupu tree. They were both looking for Sora, and they supposed he was home. But Sora had never invited them to his house. As a result, they had never known where he had lived. And his friends never asked so…
They just left it, thinking he was maybe already waiting there, however hard it was to believe that the lazy bum would be there.
As they were walking up the beach near the Secret Place however, they saw King Mickey standing still looking in the opposite direction.
They looked at each other quizzically before walking up to his front.
And they saw him staring off in a certain direction, his face showing an extremely shocked face.
Riku tried to hold his laugh. He really did. But seeing the king in this state? Yeah, it got the better of him.
As he was on the ground laughing his eyes out, Kiari was glaring at him. And Mickey was shaken out of his shock.
He didn't know how long he was standing there, but he guessed it was a while because the sun was noticeably higher in the sky. He saw Riku laughing so hard he was crying and Kiari scolding him.
Mickey said, "Uh, hey guys? How's it going?"
Kiari turned to look at him and Riku got off the ground, though he was still snickering. Mickey looked at him. "What's so funny Riku?"
Riku busted out laughing again and replied between laughs, "Y-your face! It was hilarious! HAHAHA!"
Kiari smiled, knowing she can't stop him. She hadn't seen Riku laugh like that in a long time, so she let him have his moment. Then she giggled. "Well, your face was pretty funny, Your Majesty. You looked so shocked."
Riku stopped laughing and gained a more serious face. "King Mickey, why were so shocked? And what are you even doing here? You had just sent us a letter."
Mickey cleared his throat, about to finally explain his reason for coming here. He decided he'd tell Sora later.
Then he started talking. "First things first. Did you two see the different kind of language at the very bottom of the letter?"
They both nodded their heads, wondering where this was leading.
Mickey asked, "Then did you know what it said?"
They shook their heads this time.
Mickey then continued. "Well, then I'm guessing Sora did. (sigh) Looks like I'll have to find him…"
Riku was confused. "Your Majesty, what do you mean? Sora understood the letter? No offense, but I highly doubt it." Kiari nodded in agreement because Sora would have said something if he did… right?
Mickey nodded at Riku's question. "Yes, Riku, Sora understood it. And he wouldn't tell you two because the Ancient Language is very sacred and I asked him to keep it quiet. I wonder what was more important than meeting me here though…"
He mumbled the last part, but Kiari heard him.
"What do you mean? You saw Sora?"
Mickey nodded. "Yep. And why I was so shocked? Well, as he was running in that direction," he pointed where Sora ran off, "he spoke to me in the Ancient Language, saying 'may the stars watch over you.' I really didn't expect him to know it. You see, Master Yen Sid told me of a world with a different kind of magic: one more powerful than we've ever seen. Not even he or I can use it." He then waited to see their reactions.
Both Riku and Kiari stared at him wide-eyed. Magic stronger than they've seen? That's saying something, considering all the magic they've seen. But Yen Sid himself not being able to do it?!
Riku caught on. "And that's a problem, isn't it? A magic that strong can really knock us down."
Mickey nodded. "That's right Riku. If the darkness had that power, we'd all be doomed. But Yen Sid also needs help, because that world has a lot of darkness, but we don't have anyone strong enough. Not even you'd be left standing Riku."
Riku shivered at that. Kiari said, "But what about that message? What was it? And what about Sora?"
Mickey said, "Well, Master Yen Sid didn't know if any of you guys knew the Ancient Language. It would help us get allies with powerful magic from that world. He wanted to see if you knew it, though it wasn't very likely. He taught it to me to make it easier. But it looks like Sora knew it after all…"
Riku and Kiari nodded in understanding. Then Kiari asked, "Well, how do you learn that magic? I mean, can't Riku and I learn it?"
Mickey shook his head. "It's not that simple Kiari. You have to be born with the ability, and magic also uses the Ancient Language. There is only one other way, but it's very unlikely."
Riku asked, "And what way is that?"
Mickey answered, "Bonding with a dragon from its birth. It's the only other way, but it's the same way as the Keyblade you might say. The dragon chooses its Rider. And dragon eggs have been pretty scarce on that world until recently, and they wouldn't be likely to give you any, for they are sacred in their own way. And there isn't much of a chance they'd even hatch for you two."
They looked down, defeated but then Riku said, "Well, then we should go get Sora. He'd help out a lot, right? And what about teaching us the Ancient Language?"
Mickey said, "He'd help, but unfortunately, none of us can teach you. It takes years to learn it completely, and I started a few years before I ever met you all. And I still don't know most of it. Only enough for a small conversation, nothing more. Let's hope Sora knows more. I wonder how he would learn it anyway…"
Kiari then said, "Well, if we find him, we can ask him. Where'd he go again?"
Mickey lead the way into a forest leading to the center of the island…
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Eragon's POV
Eragon woke up, momentarily forgetting the dream before it all rushed back to him. He knew it wasn't a dream.
Why else would that hole in his heart heal?
He had found a brother. Not a half-brother, or one that was lying. No, it was his actual brother!
Eragon really couldn't have been happier. He had someone to talk to, who can see him again, just for being him. Not because he slayed a Shade or a corrupt king. No, just for being him.
Saphira must have sensed his happiness, for she said through their mind link, "Why are you so happy, little one? A good dream, perhaps?"
Eragon just laughed and thought back, "Sorry, but it's a surprise. Hey, have you ever heard of this spell before, Saphira?"
He showed her the spell that Skye had used. Skye had shown the memory to Sora after all. But Eragon only showed the spell, not who used it.
Saphira nodded, saying, "I have heard of it. I believe I can do it. Do you want to test it?"
Eragon said back to her, "Yes, I do. I'll send you the memory of a place that I know will be safe from prying eyes." He showed her the Destiny Islands, on the beach in front of the Secret Place. Of course, they were going there, but Saphira didn't know it was another world altogether, nor did she know of the surprise awaiting her…
After going over the area, she looked at the spell again, and her special dragon magic somehow activated again, and both her and her Rider were teleported to the beach on Destiny Islands.
Once she saw they were there, she said, "We should probably go back, little one. The others will grow worried. What is this place?"
Eragon replied, "Relax Saphira. I want you to meet someone here. And don't worry. I'm sure we will be back before they get too worked up, alright? Now, let's go that way." He sent her a picture of the direction they were supposed to go, right into a forest…
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Sora's POV
Now Sora was on his way to the clearing, running as fast as his legs could carry him, wanting the place to look nice for his brother's visit. He made sure the wards were still up, except he changed them a little to let his brother and his dragon Saphira in.
He laughed, imagining Skye's reaction to seeing another dragon, one with his own brother no less. Not like she knew either of them though…
He soon made it to the clearing, seeing that Skye was peacefully sleeping in the cave nearby. He didn't bother her so he can get the place prepared. He knew it may be a while, but he wanted to be ready.
He also knew that he might want to spar (Sora also wanted to see how good his brother really was) so he brought out a sky-blue sword that he had mysteriously found under his bed one morning with a note from his father…
Sora looked at it before starting to practice handling the sword, as he had for many years…
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Third Person POV (not Sora)
Riku, Kiari, and Mickey, after a few minutes of searching, found a path through the forest that looked very well used, so they looked at each other quizzically, wondering where this path would take them.
They went down the path, noticing how clear it looked despite the density of the forest around them. As they continued walking however, they felt a sense of foreboding…
Riku was in front now, ready to protect his friends from anything that might come out of the thick foliage, Keyblade poised and ready for battle.
Kiari spoke up, breaking the silence between them. "Um… Riku?"
Riku turned back to look at her. "What is it Kiari?"
She asked, "Have you ever been here before? I don't think I have."
Riku shook his head in denial. "No, I didn't even notice it until King Mickey pointed it out. Usually I'm pretty perceptive, but for some reason this was hidden well…"
They continued walking in silence until Riku stopped, sensing something strange but powerful near them. Mickey, who was not yet close enough, asked, "What is it Riku?"
Riku only motioned for them to move forward. And when they did…
They felt a huge amount of magic power somewhere in front of them.
It was really hard to ignore. As they moved forward, they sensed it in the very air itself before they started to feel drowsy and drained of energy.
Riku was surprised. "W-why do I feel so drained. I feel like I'm using a lot of energy just by walking."
Mickey seemed to know because he suddenly yelled, "Everyone, we have to go back! Now!"
They didn't argue and went back to where they were before, soon feeling their energy coming back to them. After getting all their energy, Kiari asked, scared, "Y-your Majesty? What was that? What was stealing our energy?"
Mickey had a serious look on his face as he said, "That's the magic I was talking about. Even Keyblade Wielders are affected by it. I have a feeling someone doesn't want us to go there…"
Riku asked, "But who? And Keyblade Wielders are affected? Even Masters?!"
Mickey nodded. "Yep. All the more reason to gain some of these users on our side."
Kiari was about to say something when she saw someone walk up. She pointed and everyone looked at the figure walking in their direction.
He had kind of short brown hair and blue eyes, like Sora. He wore simple clothes with brown boots. His face had a large smile plastered on it, but it looked like he was trying to tone it down but failing miserably.
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Eragon's POV
Eragon walked up to the group ahead, trying to lessen the grin that had made its way onto his face, glad at the moment that he told Saphira to go down the longer path (not that she knew that). She would tease him about his loss of self-control.
He noticed that the group was staring at him, the silver-haired one poised just in case he was a threat. He chuckled. He knew he'd be able to beat them easily, and knew their styles not fighting thanks to Sora.
Eragon noticed that Riku had tried getting the jump on him, and seemed to size Eragon up as a threat. Eragon smirked, knowing how this was going to end, and dodged rolled as he unsheathed his sword, thankful for Sora's memories. He then spun on the spot towards Riku and knocked the Keyblade out of his hand with one powerful swipe before bringing his sword Brisingr up to his throat.
The others in the clearing stood in shock before Eragon brought his blade down once more, sheathing it. He decided to introduce himself to Sora's friends and said, "Nice to meet you all. Eragon Shadeslayer." He held out his hand to Riku, who shook it looking confused.
Riku then said, "How were you able to beat me that easily? I've practiced for years, and I've defeated many great swordsmen. What makes you so different?"
Eragon was glad that he hid his elven nature, with help from his plain red bandanna covering the tips of his ears. He replied to the shocked Riku, "I have also practiced for years, but I am more skilled than I seem. Now that if you'll excuse me, I have to make sure that I'm allowed through the barrier you have been unable to pass." He walked past the group as they stood, shocked once again, this time at the fact that he knew what they had been doing.
Eragon smirked again. He had only touched their minds and they hadn't felt a single thing. To them, before he left to find Sora, he said, "I'm sorry to say this, but you would not last very long in my world. There is only one person I can think of that could. Farewell, Riku, Kiari, Your Majesty." He then left through the barrier that did not affect him, leaving the group even more shocked than they had ever been in their lives. They didn't know that it wasn't even close to ending
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Third Person (not Sora) (again)
Riku, Kiari, and Mickey watched the mysterious Eragon leave, wondering how he even went through the barrier that he had just passed.
Riku then said, "Maybe he was the one who made it."
Mickey shook his head. "No, he said he was making sure he'd be able to pass. Someone else set it."
Kiari said, "You don't think it could've been Sora, could it?"
Riku shook his head, laughing softly. "Nah, there's no way Sora could do that."
Kiari replied. "Well, he's already surprised us once today. Who's to say he can't?"
Mickey said, "I don't know who put this barrier here, but it can't be good, I'm sure. But how do we get past it? Any ideas, guys?"
They thought, and Kiari said, "Why don't we try again, except we have barriers up and sprinting as fast as possible?"
Riku said, "Well, shouldn't we wait for Sora? He'd help us a lot if there was an enemy on the other side, especially if that Eragon person could go through."
Mickey shook his head. "It would take too long to find Sora. We don't have the time, and we don't even know where he is. We should use Kiari's idea. The magic might take extra time to find us. So, let's go."
And so, they went through the barrier quickly, their plan working so far…
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Sora and Eragon
After learning that he'd be able to pass through, Eragon made it to the promised clearing with Sora swinging a sky-blue sword…
Sora saw his brother and sheathed Undbitr, and then ran up to his brother. "Eragon!"
Eragon was also excited and yelled back, "Sora! It's great to see you!"
They had a brotherly hug, glad to see each other at last. Eragon saw the sword at his brother's side and asked, "Is that…?"
Sora nodded, smiling sadly. "Yeah. Father's sword… Undbitr. It helped me on my adventures, even if no one knows it."
Eragon also smiled sadly. "At least I know it survived the war. And if anyone deserved it, it'd be you, little brother."
Sora nodded, looking down. Then he looked up at his older brother with determination burning in his eyes. "Eragon! Let's spar!" He then backed away and unsheathed his sword once more, in an interesting battle stance.
Eragon chuckled, saying, "Sure Sora. I won't go easy even though you're my brother. Don't forget to enchant the sword." He removed his own sword from its sheath, enchanting it so it wouldn't cause any major injuries.
Sora nodded, and he also enchanted the sword. Then the two got ready. Before they started, Eragon explained the rules. "Just swordsmanship, no magic, got it?" After getting an affirmative from Sora…
They clashed swords.
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So, how was it?
Sorry if it seemed a bit rushed. I wanted to get this out to you as fast as possible.
I'll see you all later! ; )
