Authors Note
Sorry for the short chapters!!!! This will be the last short chapter…I promise…the others will be longer…!! After chapter 3 which is this chapter…I need at least 5 reviews to update the chapter sooo please folks get reviewing!
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Murtagh entered the great hall. The hall was breath taking. There were gem stones studded in huge plates which were inserted on the walls. The gem stones sparkled in the light that the torch lights gave out. The air was warm, perfect temperature. There was a red carpet that rolled to the foot of the stage on upon which the golden throne of Algaesia was placed. The chair was exotic. The gem stones and the gold it was made out of was a gift from the dwarves during the ancient past where Algaesia was in tranquil peace. Murtagh gasped at the sight in front of him. The beauty of the riches, the gold, the gemstones, the red curtains made from red silk. The scene was breathtaking. What Murtagh failed to see, behind all the riches, the hall was bare, cold and haunting. Out of nowhere Lord Galbatorix's appeared. His dark cloak swished as he walked but despite his dark appearance and the cold eyes he wore a tight but friendly smile. Murtagh bowed before him. Galbatorix's smiled and asked him to rise.
"My friend, we have much to discuss but let's talk after we have our feast, come along." Galbatorix said and led Murtagh to the back door of the great hall. This led into a smaller room where there was a long dinner table enlightened with delicious looking food. Murtagh licked his lips at the feast and sat down. Galbatorix's poured him wine and sat down in the distant opposite of the table. Murtagh watched Galbatorix fearfully and waited for him to start eating. When he did, Murtagh dove into his food. The food melted in his mouth, it was hot, full of flavor and just plain delicious.
After dinner he sat back, wiping his mouth and watched Galbatorix's finish up. He was anxious to get to the point of the meeting. Once Galbatorix's was done he snapped his fingers. Kira and 3 other maids rushed into the room and started clearing away the food. Kira glanced at Murtagh and her eyes widened with shock. Murtagh gaped at her and could not tear away his eyes from her. His cheeks flushed with embarrassment and shame. When he finally tore his eyes away form her, Galbatorix's was watching his with a stern expression on his face. Kira and the other maids scattered away but not before Kira gave Murtagh a longing look. Galbatorix's clapped his hand and walked towards Murtagh. Murtagh looked up at him. Galbatorix's sat down with a sigh.
"Murtagh, my boy, you look so much like your father, it makes me think so much. We talked before Murtagh, you agreed to help me, I am going to make you powerful Murtagh! I can teach you so many things, we are going to bring peace and serenity to Algaesia again! You have to trust me Murtagh, to bring eternal peace in the Empire we have to make tough decisions. They are going to hurt, my boy, they are going to feel like it's killing you when you do it, but it is necessary. We are in hard times, hard times, the Varden are becoming a constant nuisance, and there are a lot of traitors living in the Empire. We have to be one Murtagh for us to succeed. It is going to be tough and grueling, I'm asking you now, are you ready for it? Can you handle it, Murtagh?" Galbatorix's asked the concern showing in his eyes. Murtagh smiled, his heart warmed up to the old dragon rider. He nodded.
"Yes, my lord, I am ready for it, I will fight for the empire to protect and defend its people. I will fight to bring justice to the people and eternal peace. I will help you." Murtagh pronounced. Galbatorix's smiled and nodded.
"Then your training shall begin, but before that I'd like to extend my congratulations on your progress in your assignment. Morzan succeeded in getting his loyal worshipper and you will to, given time, and it is unduly necessary that you can trust someone like that with the most important of tasks. You have chosen the right path, I will guide you through it and I will help you become powerful and you shall fulfill your destiny, boy. You're destiny as a dragon rider, I will make you one, Morzan would have been proud of you." Galbatorix said smiling. Murtagh made an effort to smile back at the mention of his father's name.
"Well off with you, I shall see you tomorrow. Tornac will start training you harder in your sword play and I will personally help you learn the darkest secrets of magic. I will make you powerful boy, you just wait and see." Galbatorix's exclaimed. Murtagh bowed to Galbatorix and walked away. What have I done?