Eragon and Saphira dipped their heads out of respect.
"What is it that you wished to talk with me about, Eragon Shadeslayer? And may I also ask why you insisted to stay out of Tiladarí Hall?"
"With all do respect, Your Majesty, the subject that I wished to talk to you about is standing beside me." He pushed Serena in front of him. "May I ask why you punished this girl?"
Islanzadí looked confused. "She attacked you, Argetlam, and I have no tolerance for people who disrespect their superiors."
"The fault was not hers, Your Majesty, the fault was mine. I should have been more aware of my surroundings, and I should not have dived into her mind without first checking that it was safe and void of danger."
The Queen started to say something, but silenced herself and instead said, "What would you have me do now, Argetlam?"
"Please restore her to her normal position as head of your guard."
Islanzadí nodded. "But of course." Her gaze turned to Serena. "I hope that you have learned your lesson, Serena. Don't attack anyone that comes into your mind. It could have even been me."
Serena nodded obediently and returned to Islanzadí's side. She folded her arms behind her back and maintained a cold, obedient posture.
"I am sorry for this mix-up, Argetlam."
Eragon and Saphira bowed. "Not at all, Your Majesty. Thank you for reinstating Serena to your guard."
This time, Islanzadí did not answer, just smiled slightly.
Queen Islanzadí, Saphira spoke. Master Oromis told us that a new dragon egg was found in Du Weldenvarden.
"Yes, Saphira Brightscales. Come, both of you. We must speak in private." With that, she and her train disappeared into Tiladarí Hall. Eragon and Saphira soon followed.
okay, this is a replacement chapter because the other one was messed up. i have one of my awesome reviewers to thank for telling me! sowwy bout the mix up, and enjoy the rest of the story!
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