A/N Hello people! You guys want another chapter? Good. Ok, this is definitely going to be the sad chapter I really don't want to post and have been going on about for ages but just keep putting off. Ok, take a deep breath Lolly pop, and type.

And very sorry for the lateness of this chapter, this was pretty much ready to post on Sunday, but since were doing upgrades or whatever and wouldn't let anyone log in, it's not my fault. I would've posted this sooner, but there's a little thing called homework that I'm obligated to take care of first. groan.

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Chapter 26- Navaer Narn Herdir

Murtagh's breath came in ragged gasps. The rider's knee rested on his chest as he peered down at him through those piercing blue eyes Murtagh found he could not endure and instead directed his own gaze to the steely tip of the blade that rested threateningly on his neck.

The rider suddenly looked up, noticing the presence of Saphira and the others. A smile touched his lips. He re-sheathed his blade on his back and drew down his hood, getting up and stepping away form Murtagh who let out a sigh of relief as the pressure was taken off his chest.

Gimli charged at the rider, without thinking he grabbed him at the waist and pulled him to the ground wrapping his short arms around his middle. "You are the luckiest… the uncanniest… the most stubborn, reckless… bless you laddie! Bless you!"

"Hello Gimli," Legolas replied, amusement lacing his voice, shifting the Dwarf off him so he could sit up.

No sooner had he stood, did he find himself flat on his back again, Eragon sprawled over him, embracing him in the breath taking hug. "I thought you were dead!" the boy breathed in his ear before pulling away and helping the Elf to his feet.

Legolas surveyed the boy with curious eyes. "Why did you think that?"

"It doesn't matter, you're back!" the reunion was cut off by Murtagh coming over along with Saphira.

"What the hell is this about?!" he demanded dusting himself off. "What is the meaning of this?"

"Murtagh, you remember that friend I spoke of, whom I said we lost to the Ra'zac? Well this is he!" Eragon quickly explained.

"He's an Elf," Murtagh observed, folding his arms in front of him. "You failed to mention that."

"Erm… yes," Eragon agreed.

"No wonder I could not best you," Murtagh said in amazement. "I have never heard of an Elf outside of their haven. You were lucky to escape the Ra'zac; Eragon said you were lost to them. The King will be greatly annoyed when he hears of the loss of a captive Elf. Why have you left the Elf haven?"

"The what? I am sorry, I know not of what you speak," replied Legolas eyeing Murtagh curiously.

"He's not form this land, neither is Gimli. we will explain it all to you later," Eragon said quickly.

"Where is Brom?" asked Legolas looking around and finding the old man absent.

Eragon's eyes darkened. "Legolas, follow us."

Worry etched on his face, he followed Eragon to the cave, stopping as he passed by Murtagh who was collecting the bundle of fire wood. He placed a slender hand on the young man's shoulder. "You fought well. You clearly have some skill with a blade."

Murtagh smiled back gratefully at the compliment. "Thank you. Sorry I ambushed you, I mistook you for something else."

Legolas shook his head. "It is good to know of one who is gifted with constant vigilance."

Feeling a burst of pride at the Elf's words, he followed after the rest of the group back up to the cave.

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"The Ra'zac," Legolas said once all had been explained to him about the attack and Brom's injuries. "Gurth i deleb roeg!" he muttered furiously in his own tongue. (Death to the horrible creatures!)

Murtagh cast a confused look Eragon's way, the boy shook his head and shrugged.

Brom suddenly opened his eyes. "Bring me the wineskin! " he demanded. Legolas put a hand to his forehead, the old man was burning up, but Brom just batted it away.

"He should not drink wine in his state," Legolas warned. "Eragon, you remember the athelas?" he said rummaging in a small pouch that hung form his belt, a little hap-hazardly using his left hand, Eragon noticed this but let it pass for now. He nodded his head. "Light a fire and put some water to boil."

Legolas gently tried to lift Brom's robes to see his wound, Gimli reached over and did it for him noting his difficulty in the simply task. "What's wrong with your other arm Elf?" he asked his old friend quietly when Eragon had gone to help Murtagh with the fire and do as Legolas had told him.

"Nothing," Legolas snapped back. "'Tis nothing, it can wait Gimli. Just help me get this bandage off."

All the while Brom was demanding the wine. "Just give it to me will you!" he was disorientated and his vision was hazed.

Legolas got to the wound and when carefully spread some of the athelas onto it that Eragon supplied. What was left of it was left in the pot to fill the cave with its sweet small. "Will he be alright now?" Eragon asked attentively.

"I do not know," replied Legolas quietly. Then he turned to the old man to meet his demands for the wine.

Legolas took the wineskin Eragon handed to him and Brom breathed a sigh of relief that his request was finally been answered. "Wash my right hand with it." Brom instructed.

Legolas do as he was told, it was only when Brom's eyes came into focus and Legolas was leaning over him to reach his right hand, did he realise who in fact it was who was administering the treatment. "Legolas! I told them you were not dead! Thank god you are back though!"

Legolas looked puzzled. "Why did everyone think I was dead?"

Eragon shook his head and told the Elf that he would explain later. Legolas nodded and rubbed the brown liquid into Brom's palm as instructed, they all gasped at what appeared.

There, shinning bright on Brom's palm was the gedwëy ignasia. "You are a Rider?" Eragon gasped.

"Was a Rider. When I was young I was chosen to be a Rider, I became friends with another Rider- Morzan, before he became a Forsworn. But then he betrayed us to Galbatorix. In the fighting at Dorú Areaba- Vroengard's city- my dragon was killed. Her name was Saphira. I am very old Eragon, older than you imagine. I have had to live all those years without my Saphira, for that reason I hate Galbatorix as I have told you before," Brom sighed sadly. "That is why you must always remember to take the best care of her you possibly can. For without her, your life will not be worth living. I speak from experience."

"Brom," Eragon trailed off, very much shocked at this revelation.

"And you Legolas and Gimli, you must take care of each other also, as well as Eragon and Saphira. Will you both take my blessing?" breathed Brom.

Gimli nodded. "I will," he said quietly, placing a hand over his heart.

"Im innas," said Legolas nodding. (I will)

"And you Eragon? Will you take my blessing?" Brom asked gently.

"Brom, you are not going to… you are going to get better. The athelas, it will help.." Eragon said, holding back tears.

"Eragon, my eyes darken. This wound is grievous, it zaps my strength. Will you take my blessing?" Brom repeated his request. Eragon bowed his head, knowing what this could only mean. He let his tears flow freely down his cheeks. ""Then I give it to you. May the coming year bring you all great happiness," he then motioned to Eragon to come closer and whispered seven words from the Ancient Language into his ear. Legolas only just caught them. "Use them only in greatest need," he whispered. "And now… I go on to the greatest adventure of all!"

Brom slowly closed his eyes, his breathing grew shallow.

"Garo sîdh, narn herdir. Bado si, gwannathar le a hodathach mi renc calad, beriannen an-uir," Legolas whispered in his soft Elvish tongue. (Have peace, tale master. Go now, you will pass away and rest in the arms of light, protected forever.)

Eragon held Brom's hand; it suddenly grew icy cold and relaxed.

"Naid bain sui heledh gelebren thiathar. I chîr tellir le tegithar na mar," Legolas continued, his voice growing softer and more quiet. "Navaer mellon nin." (All will turn to silver glass. The ships have come to carry you home. Farewell my friend).

His hand slipped from Eragon's. Brom took his last breath and went still, a slight smile of contentment on his face.

A/N Sniff sniff I hate that chapter. But there you go people, I'm sad now; Brom was my favourite Eragon character. But just, don't kill me! I'm only following the book!

I added quite a bit to that chapter so you got more than you would have if I'd have posted it on Sunday. So I hope you enjoy even though I know it's relatively short.

Ok people, review, tell me what ya'll think and I should have an update over the weekend this time!

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