Chapter Ten: ???
A/N: Sorry about these chapter titles…sometimes I have them picked out, and sometimes I have trouble. Anyway, here's the next chapter!!!(sorry it's so short).
Bookaholic: You're right; the reason Tiv can't scry Eragon is because of the medallion, which is featured towards the beginning of Eldest.
keils woodrow jr: Action coming soon!!! There's also a climatic battle scene in chapter 21, which is written, but unfortunately not typed. Eragon won't come in until the latter portion of the story, and Arya's not even going to be in this fanfict. There are a few more O/Cs coming in chapter 13, so stay tuned!
The next morning, Tivittica was summoned to Galbatorix's throne room. With trepidation, she left for the chamber and was allowed in almost immediately. She entered hesitantly. "You asked for me, sir?"
"Yes, I did," Galbatorix replied. "I have a favor to ask of you."
"And what would that be?"
"I need you to carry this message to a contact of mine in Dras-Leona."
"Who is this contact?"
"Go to Marcus Tábor. He'll make sure the message is taken care of."
Tivittica paused. "When do you want me to leave?"
"As soon as I give you the message." He reached into the folds of his cloak and withdrew a sealed letter embossed with the insignia of Galbatorix. Tivittica took it, wondering why she had to depart so soon. "You're dismissed," Galbatorix added, a cold smile briefly flickering across his face. Tivittica bowed slightly, then turned and left. She returned to the privacy of her quarters, and murmured a few words of the Ancient Language so that she could open the letter without disturbing the wax. Pulling the letter from its envelope, she read:
Notify me immediately when our friends set out for their return visit. If they haven't yet left, send a few assistants with them. The more the better.
Tivittica studied the letter carefully. After a few minutes, she murmured another phrase in the Ancient Language. The word "less" replaced the word "more" in the note, and the word "immediately" faded off the page. The words following it flawlessly took its place, all in the same handwriting. The letter now read:
Notify me when our friends set out for their return visit. If they haven't yet left, send a few assistants with them. The less the better.
Tivittica wasn't sure what else to do, so she carefully refolded the note and resealed it. She then stood and walked to her closet. Opening the door, she pulled out a dark cloak. For the most part, it was black, but there where strands of glittering silver and a glistening midnight blue in the fabric. Tivittica put the cloak on and tucked her letter into her belt. She pulled a mid-sized haversack from her closet as well and began to pack a few personal possessions in it for her journey. It should only take a couple of days on horseback, but if her room was searched in her absence, there were a few things Tivittica would prefer were not discovered. Finally satisfied that she was ready to leave, Tivittica shouldered her pack, closed her doors, and left her room to briefly visit the kitchens.
Tzadik was there when she arrived quietly making a few modifications to the food. He looked up, startled, but relaxed when he saw Tivittica. "The head chef took a quick break. And I thought the food he was preparing was a bit too bland for my liking."
Tivittica smiled. "I'm going to be away for a couple days." She looked about carefully and lowered her voice. "Can you keep an eye on the prisoner for me?"
"Of course," Tzadik replied. "I'll make sure he's fed…is there anything else?"
"Tell him that if anything goes wrong, he'll need to contact me immediately." Tzadik nodded in acknowledgement, and Tivittica continued in her normal tone. "I'll need some provisions for my journey. Can you help me get them?"
"Sure. Wait here." A few minutes later, he returned with a large sack of food. "I think that's enough," he said with a grin.
"Thank you," Tivittica replied sincerely. She accepted the provisions from her friend. "I'll return as soon as I can."
Tzadik nodded. "Good luck, Tivittica."
Tivittica flashed him a grateful smile in return and walked out of the kitchens to the stables. The stable hand, Eryx, was there, and greeted Tivittica in a friendly manner. "What can I do for you today, Tivittica?"
"I'm taking Obsidian out for a ride today," Tivittica answered.
"I was about to exercise him," Eryx replied, "so he's all saddled up. Just give me a moment to bring him out." He disappeared into and returned a couple minutes later with a black stallion. The horse had a silvery-black mane and tail, intelligent sapphire eyes, and a silver birthmark in the shape of a leaf on its left side.
"Thanks, Eryx," Tivittica said. She transferred the food Tzadik had given her to Obsidian's saddle bag and smoothly mounted her horse. "Let's go," she whispered to her mount, and he responded immediately to her words, turning smoothly in the direction Tivittica wished to go. She noticed Eryx wave, and waved back in reply before the stable disappeared form view.
Tivittica left by the rear gate that was rarely used, unaware that she had been watched the moment she had come outside.
Galbatorix looked up as one of the Twins slipped into the throne room by a small door.
"Master," the Twin greeted, "the girl is safely on her way."
"Good," Galbatorix replied. "Bring Murtagh to the room we met in the other day, and notify me when you are ready to begin."
"Yes, Master," the Twin replied, bowing. As he left the room, a malicious smile crept over Galbatorix's face.
A/N: Mwa ha ha!!! New chapters are coming soon!!!(I just gotta type them…grr!).