Prepare for War.

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Arya lay on her bed crying. She had always been good at hiding her emotions, why was she letting them all out, although it did feel good to cry. She couldn't even remember the last time she cried… it must've been 70 years ago when her mother rejected her. The thought just brought back a new stream of tears. She went to her cupboard and took out a fairth of Faolin. She stared at it for awhile then suddenly smashed it onto the floor yelling Brisignr, the fairth burst flames… as did her feelings for Faolin. At that moment, Bladgen flew in threw the window and with a yell of Wydra left.

In the Royal Palace

"Shadeslayer, have your investigations brought any new news?" asked Islanzadi.

"Queen Islanzadi, we had concluded that a very powerful person accompanied by Galbatorix's best spell casters, managed to kill the late Prince Gilderien. I think they were given energy by Galbatorix himself. That is why they managed to enter Du Weldenvarden and kill Prince Gilderien undetected." Replied Eragon

"We had thought as much. We found the bodies of many slain spellweavers at the site, but for what purpose would Galbatorix sacrifice his own power and many of his best spellweavers"

"I think we forgot something!" exclaimed an elf lord.

"What?" enquired Islanzadi

"The White Flame Vandil" muttered another…

"It's gone!?" demanded Islanzadi with rage mixed with sorrow.

"Galbatorix will be able to use it against us!" said Eragon, remembering what Oromis had told him about it.

"Nay, he won't be able to use it against us, the White Flame was given to the elves by the Dragons, and only the dragons can use it against the elves." Saphira projected to everyone. "What we should be scared of, is that we can't use it against him."

Just then, an exhausted elf ran into the room. "My… Queen a…message from…Nasuada" said the exhausted elf handing the letter to Islanzadi then leaving the room. Islanzadi read the letter.

"Gather our war council" said Islanzadi

"Err… we are all here already… except for Oromis-elda" said a lord.

"No matter, Eragon you'll have to notify Oromis of our meeting tomorrow." said Islanzadi. Eragon nodded. The letter was then passed around. It said…

Dear Islanzadi, Queen of the Elven Nation

I feel that the time is right for the elves to come out of hiding and fight. If we loose this war, you will no longer be safe, even in the deepest reaches of Du Weldenvarden. The council of the Varden have decided that it would be best for you, to send warriors to attack the empires northern outposts and expand your empire.

Although Ceunon was once a large outpost for the King, our men have been working hard to get high positions in the Ceunon hierarchy. The Lord of Ceunon is one of my men, Dared. Send one of your people in and say to Dared the password: Ascudgaml, and he will attack from the inside while you attack from the outside. Try and make sure that the message doesn't get across to the King.

If Ceunon is settled, work you way south and take the villages of Cavahall, Therinsford, Yazuac and Daret. These should be easy as they have little or none of the King's soldiers. Gather all that can fight, there should be about 500 from Ceunon but equipment for more than 2000. Bring this south is possible so the villagers from Cavahall, Therinsford, Yazuac and Daret can be equipped.

If possible, take Narda as well. There will be little resistance but you must be careful and make sure nobody escapes by sea. Stay north of the Ninor and keep your presence unknown by the King.

Meanwhile, Surda, the Varden and the Dwarves will attempt to take Aroughs, Feinster and possibly Belatona, using the Jiet River for cover. The King's army is located mostly at Melian in order to attack Surda and the Varden, Gil'ead, Uru'bean and Dras-Leona with regiments at Narda, Kuasta, Aroughs and Ceunon. Do not worry about the activity in the south, we will try hold the King off and take the south eastern cities as the Jiet River provides great defence.

Attack as soon as possible but remember DO NOT LET THE KING KNOW OF YOUR PRESENSE!

I apologise for ordering the Queen Islanzadi but I fear there is no other way. I will make it up to you someday.

Yours truly, Lady Nasuada, Leader of the Varden Rebellion

P.S. Trianna and several members of Du Vrangr Gata attempted to burn our library, kill our spellweavers then escape to Uru'Bean. Luckily, Belrose and her Spellweavers managed to stop them. Even so, we lost ten's of books, several of our spel weavers and Trianna still managed to escape. We fear this could mean ill as Trianna is an experienced Spellweaver and perfect to studying dark arts. Belrose is now the new leader of Du Vrangr Gata.

After each person had read it, Islanzadi said "That is a good plan and I agree but I would like to hear your opinions"

At that time, Arya burst in the door. "Arya, what is the matter" asked Islanzadi.

"You are having a council of war? Why was I not called" asked Arya looking hurt.

"Oh I'm so sorry my daughter, the death of Gilderien and the stealing of the White Flame has interrupted my thinking" she then looked towards the lord with the War council roster. "Why did you not tell me Arya was not present!"

"Err… she only just arrived back to Ellesmera so…er… she wasn't on the list yet" said the poor stuttering lord. His explanation was rewarded by a glare from the Queen.

"Well my daughter have a seat" Islanzadi pointed to the empty seat, 2 away from Eragon. As Arya passed, Eragon tried to look as if he didn't care… but in reality, he couldn't help admiring her beautiful from and lovely emerald green eyes. After she sat down, she read the letter and nodded.

"Nasuada's plan is good, I think we should do as she says. Any that have objections, say I" said Arya with a voice of command.

"I" yelled one of the lords "it's not an objection to the plan, it's just that, we only have 500 elves ready for deployment in Osilon and Ellesmera, is that enough to take so many cities?"

"It is more than enough, remember Ceunon is the only place where we will meet any decent resistance, and even then, we have the Varden to assist us. Plus, Ceunon won't have any strong spellweavers, they were all called to assist Galbatorix" replied Arya.

"Ok" decided Islanzadi, "This army will be lead by Vanir he will take 200 elves and leave Ellesmera tomorrow. He will meet up with Deral's forces in Osilon. If everything goes to plan, we should have Ceunon in our hands in 4 days.

"Vanir?!" asked Eragon. "Isn't he the one I sparred with before? I thought he was just a trainer not a general, if he's a general, why isn't he present?"

"Yes, Vanir is a general, he's busy with something" replied Arya. Eragon just nodded.

"Well I think that clears everything up, you are dismissed" said Islanzadi in a commanding tone.

After a quick dinner in his room, Eragon and Saphira went to sleep. "Sleep well little one"

"You too Sapihra, and sweet dreams"

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Come… Come rescue me…

I will come… I am coming… Where are you…

You should know…

I am coming…

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When Eragon awoke, he found that Spahira had gone. He tried to contact her with his mind but found that she had blocked him. He felt very worried and instinctively yelled out "Saphira where are you!" He decided to go and see Master Oromis, he would have an idea. He ran at full speed towards the Crags of Tel'naeir. If it wasn't for his transformation, it would have taken him at least triple the time to get there.

"Master Oromis, Saphira has disappeared and has blocked me from her mind." Yelled a desperate Eragon.

"Calm down Eragon, yelling won't help" said Oromis, looking up into the sky "Glaedr has done the same to me"

OH OH A CLIFFY! Hehe well it sorta is. Where'd all da dragons go? Ha think about it. Next Chapter will have abit in Murtaghs POV