"Yes it is not put your claw on it, all of you."

The dragons reluctantly placed their claws on it.

What do you want in the vault? Eragon asked curiously.

The vault contains all the souls of everyone who has ever died. Which means all of the people that have been killed in battle can be brought back to this world. So I'll have my army back.

Everyone's souls are here?

Yes.

Suddenly, the earth began to shake and the rock split in two, revealing a doorway.

"Come with me." Galbatorix said with a grin on his face. He stepped through the large archway and disappeared. Saphira followed, then Shruiken and Athena and Eragon came last..

You do know what just happened Eragon? Shruiken asked while trying to block the king out.

What?

These things around our necks, they don't work in here.

Really? I'll tell Saphi- But Shruiken cut him off.

No! She'll tell the king! Galbatorix wasn't lying, she can't be turned back. Only death can free her.

Dread filled Eragon's heart.

How will we stop the king? Said Eragon, trying to change the subject.

He cannot be killed. However, his men hated him, they'll never join him. As soon as he calls them, they'll trap him here forever.

What about us?

We should be able to escape as soon as they get him we'll make a run for it.

Galbatorix stopped walking after a few minutes and looked around the dark area.

My friends, allies, and soldiers come with me and we can finish what we started!

Suddenly, several thousands of ghostly men appeared and surrounded the group.

"What makes you think we'll join you?" A man asked.

"You forced us to serve you!" Yelled another.

"You swore to me! You have no choice!" Cried Galbatorix.

"We'll never join you! We are no longer bounded to you!"

"You shall never leave this place!" Yelled another voice.

The men began to close in around the group. Shruiken roared and lay his wing protectively over Athena.

"No!" Galbatorix cried.

Eragon closed his eyes and braced for the men to come slamming into him, but it never came. He opened his eyes to see the men charging through his body towards the king.

"Help Saphira!" The king cried. When he saw she wasn't coming he yelled and shot a spell at her. Saphira wasn't able to avoid it and was pulled into the mess that was the mass of men trying to kill the king. She tried to stop herself but couldn't. Eragon ran over towards her but was caught be Shruiken.

It's too late Eragon, they'll take you too.

Saphira!

Suddenly, a hole appeared in the ground and the king was dragged into it.

"No!" He yelled before it swallowed him. A giant burst of fire suddenly emitted from the hands of the magicians surrounding the king and Saphira. Eragon couldn't see anything until it was all over. The king was gone along with all the people and Saphira.

Saphira! He cried as he ran to the spot that he had seen her last. No.

Eragon, it's too late, she's dead.

The trio sat in silence for several minutes until Eragon fell down onto the ground in tears. Shruiken and Athena walked over to him and lay down next to him.

It's okay Eragon.

No it isn't!

Eragon sobbed for several more minutes before stopping. He looked around at Shruiken before saying: I want to leave now.

As you wish Eragon.

As the dragons turned to leave a ghostly figure appeared.

Eragon turned to see who it was and recognized it at once.

Brom!

Yes Eragon, it is I.

Suddenly, another much larger figure appeared.

Eragon, this is my Saphira.

You look just like I imagined you. Saphira said to Eragon.

You look just like my Saphira. Eragon replied to her.

I see you have been busy. You've changed a lot.

It's kind of hard not to notice.

Eragon, are you Saphira's mate?

Well, I was.

I have to tell you this fast for I cannot hold this form for much longer. For your efforts in defeating the king, we have decided to reward you.

How can you reward me? Eragon asked curiously.

You can have one thing, anything you want.

Anything?

Yes anything.

Then I want Saphira back.

That is what I thought you would ask for.

Brom raised his arms and spoke in the ancient language. Suddenly, Saphira appeared on the floor in front of Eragon.

Before I go I have a favor of you Eragon. Brom's Saphira said.

What?

I want both of you, She said to both Eragon and Shruiken, to bring back the dragon race.

We can take care of that. Shruiken replied.

Goodbye Eragon. Brom said before disappearing.

Saphira looked up at Eragon and smiled.

I missed you little one.

As did I.

Eragon, I cannot stand.

Why not?

Eragon… I'm pregnant.

Eragon stood staring at her for several seconds. Really? Was all he could say..

Yes now can you please take me somewhere where I can lay our eggs?

Eragon we can use the nest we made. Shruiken said suddenly.

What nest? Saphira asked.

We have been building a nest in secret for this very moment. Eragon said with a smile.

Then lets go! She cried.

Eragon lifted her up under his belly and took off after Shruiken.

How far Shruiken? Saphira asked curiously.

Actually only a few minutes from here, it's in that mountain over there.

The dragons flew for several more minutes before landing. Eragon walked over to the large nest and laid Saphira in it.

How does it feel? Eragon asked curiously.

It's perfect! Saphira replied as she made herself comfortable. Then she began groaning and rolled on her side. Eragon, it's time.

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Awwwwww, a happy almost ending. This story is almost finished and I ccould use reviews!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!