A/N: sorry I took so long to update I have been really busy and I had no time. I will try to update sooner next time but I can't make any promises.
Ch. 6 Chapter 5
Why had she been so happy? He wondered as he sheathed Yawë. He had never seen her so happy. Had she blushed or did he just imagine it? He turned his head to look at her retreating figure before turning and walking to Saphira who along with many others had watched the whole fight.
Eragon reached her side and put his hand on the warm scales of her stomach.
"Want to go for a fly?"
"I have been waiting for you to ask little one."
Eragon jumped onto her back not bothering to go and get the saddle, he could heal himself at the end.
The two were one as they flew through the clouds doing complex loops and flips enjoying each others company. As they flew they practiced the complex stunts that they had been taught by Oromis and Glaedr. It had been a while since the two had flown together for there own enjoyment. It was the first time since before the battle of the burning plains.
The two sped through the sky unaware of the crowd watching them from below.
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Eragon felt a force try to enter his mind and immediately through up his barrier before attacking his offender.
"Stop Eragon it's me"
"Oh… sorry"
"It's ok you are always meant to be on your guard. I could have been anyone. And well done your attack was really strong. It hurt."
"So what is it?"
"Just fly down and meet me at Nasuada's Study. I just got a message from her. She will tell us when we get there."
"Good. Do you have any idea what it might be?"
"No"
"OK"
"Be quick"
"Yes ma'am"
"Whatever. Bye"
"Bye"
"Saphira I know you could hear the conversation so let's land."
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Arya sat on her bed allowing her mind to wonder until she was interrupted by one of Nasuada's messengers coming to the door.
"Lady Nasuada has requested to see you and Eragon shade slayer at her study immediately."
"I'll go in a minute. Do you need me to inform Eragon or have you already dealt with it."
"It would be a pleasure if you could inform him."
Arya watched the messenger leave before informing Eragon. When she was done she left her room and headed to Nasuada's study with a small headache.
Arya stopped in front of Nasuada's study door which was guarded be 4 kull.
"Who are you?" grunted one of the kull.
"I am Arya"
"What is your business here?"
"I have been requested to come here by lady Nasuada."
One of the kull went in to Nasuada's study for a minute before emerging again.
"You may enter."
Arya gladly entered the room and the guards took their positions once more.
"Why is it you wanted me."
"I will tell you when Eragon arrives."
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Eragon and Saphira landed immediately after Arya called.
"I'll tell you everything when I get out ok."
"Ok little one. Let's hope it is good news."
When Eragon arrived at Nasuada's study he was stopped by the 4 kull guarding the door.
"I am Eragon Shur'tugal. Lady Nasuada has requested my presence." Eragon said confidently then displayed his gedwëy ignasia to prove he was not lying.
"You may enter."
Eragon thanked them before entering Nasuada's study.
Eragon and Arya exchanged a quick glance. Eragon could see no emotion in her eye. No recognition of what had happened earlier. The two turned to face Nasuada who had just begun to speak.
"Good, now that you are here Eragon"
"Finally" muttered Arya who was not known for her patience. Eragon shot her a glare but his lips twitched in a half smile. Nasuada ignoring them continued.
"I have talked with the council and they have agreed to let you go back to Ellesmera to complete your training."
"That's great." Eragon said the joy clear in his voice. He had enjoyed being around the elves. And the city was beautiful.
"Saphira"
"What is it? Is it important?"
"Yes, we are going back to Ellesmera."
"When?"
"I don't know. Just join with my mind and you can find out for yourself."
"OK" Saphira was relieved he was definitely back to his old self. Was it just the fight or was it something more. She unlike everyone else had noticed the exchange between the two at the end of the fight. What had it meant? Was their something going on that she didn't know about? Saphira put it aside and joined minds with Eragon.
Eragon felt Saphira's presence in his mind so he turned his attention to Arya to see how she was taking the news. If the Arya was smiling brightly and their eyes locked for the second time the day.
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It was wonderful she was going back to Ellesmera. She was going home again. She loved her city and would be more than pleased to see it again. She looked over at Eragon. He had a blank expression on his face. It was clear he was having a conversation with Saphira.
He turned to her. Though his perfect features betrayed no emotion it was clear he was happy from the joy radiating from his brown eyes. They told her everything, he was bursting with joy. It was the first time she had seen him this happy in a long time.
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Nasuada glanced between the two then cleared her throat loudly which was enough to get the attention of the two again. The pair quickly turned to face Nasuada giving her their full attention.
"As I was saying you will be going to Ellesmera soon but first you will be going to Farthen Dǔr, both of you need to be present at Hrothgar's funeral. It is going to be held in three days. You will leave at sunset and you should get there in time seeming you will be on dragon back."
"Ok. Is there anything else we need to know before we prepare?" Questioned Arya.
"Only that after the funeral you need to hurry back. It is important that you get to Ellesmera as soon as you can. We don't know when Galbatorix will next declare war but when he does I hope that you will be ready. It is unlikely we will get another rider which means in the end it will be you who faces Galbatorix if he decides to participate. When you get back you will probably leave the next day if all goes well and circumstances permit it."
"Ok"
"That is all. You may go now." Nasuada said with a dismissive nod before returning to her paperwork.
The tow left the room and proceeded to prepare for the trip ahead of them.
"It is horrible Saphira. With all that has been going on I entirely forgot about Hrothgar's funeral."
"It is not good, but you have had a lot to worry about recently."
"Oh well. You had better hunt while I get ready to leave."
"Alright."
A/N: that is all for this chapter. Please review and tell me what you thought. I can handle criticizm so I need your true opinion. And thankyou for those who reviewed for my last chapter. It was highly appreciated.