Hi again!! I know, I know. You hate me. I haven't updated in weeks... But now I have new story ideas, inspired by James Patterson and Stephanie Meyer, so I have new ideas for Jaide!! Im going to finish off this story sometime soon, but dont worry! It wont be the end of Jaide! or even Eragon, if I can figure out a future role for him... ;-p So soon you might be introduced to a totally new idea...which includes Vampires. P-P Ok well this chapter is an actual chapter, so ENJOY:)


The Next Generation

Chapter 17

Forces of Heroes and Evil

As they crept along towards the castle, one by one the warriors silently fanned out, separating, so they were encamped all around the castle. This part would be the trickiest, for all the dragon riders had to put their strengths together to stay below the radar with the dragons and their majestic presence. Anyone they came across was instantly and silently taken down. If the person was merely a servant or commoner, they were only knocked unconscious. However, if they were a soldier or someone who could possibly be used against the warrior's efforts, they were slain instantly. There were four separate entrances to Galbatorix's castle, and so they went in with four separate groups; Murtagh with Arya, Orik with Alavar, and Eragon and Jaide went in solo. The plan was to storm in on each entrance, and meet together in the central chamber, split up once again so that the dragon riders could hunt down Galbatorix, and the elves and dwarf would distract and hold off the gaurds and servants in the rest of the castle.

The warriors were keeping in touch with their minds through telepathy, which was "secured" with magic so that only the eight of them were the only ones who could hear their correspondence. Jaide was going over the plan with everyone one last time before they sprang into action.

So remember, Murtagh, you, Thorn and Arya take the main gate, create the biggest distraction and most confusion.Eragon, you will take the side entrance through the kitchen that the servants use, Orik and Alavar will take the back tunnel near the tower. And I will go through the stable and enter through the secondary servants and guest quarters. Saphirayou hover around the castle and watch for Galbatorix or Shruikenalert us of anyone entering or leaving the castle that could be hazardous.

Saphira growled into her head.

I do not wish to stand back and keep watch like a hound; I will storm the castle with everyone else.

….Fine, if you must, there is another plan that would be just as useful as the first. Sweep around the tower, search it and see if you can find anything or anyone useful. If not, come around to the back and storm it with me. I don't think you will fit through the kitchen, however, right through the back quarters there is a ballroom and an adjoining library. You could go in through there with me.

That's better. Saphira grunted in approval and lifted off away from Eragon to sweep the tower. Silently between her and Eragon, she bade a momentary farewell.

Be safe, little one.

I always am.

Saphira chuckled and took off. Sure you are.

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Murtagh and Arya, seated on Thorn, prepared themselves for the distraction they must now create. Everyone was moving into position. When Jaide gave the signal, she would unveil Thorn and his riders, and they would swoop down from the sky, and distract everyone. Arya lay across Thorn's shoulders, in front of Murtagh, pretending to be an unconscious prisoner. Murtagh held her in place as they heard Jaide signal,

Go, now!

Thorn immediately dropped and they passed through a cloud. When they came out they were all visible again. Jaide had timed this perfectly. As they swooped down farther, they could see people starting to stop out in the courtyard and point skyward, shouting and summoning others. Arya knew they couldn't see her face clearly yet so she quickly searched the ground and skies for any sign of Galbatorix or Shruiken, or any other enemy that might happen to be perched nearby. When they got about 150 feet from the ground, she closed her eyes and made her body limp, despite the growing tension inside her.

This is it… Murtagh steadied himself on Thorn, and tightened his grip on Arya's torso.

They went in to land and people ran from the approaching dragon, creating a large empty space around them. Soldiers were shouting, trying to order the people to leave the area, but some were frozen in place, staring at the enormous fire colored dragon in fear and awe. Murtagh leaped off of Thorn, leaving Arya limp on the saddle, and strode towards one soldier.

"Where is Lord Galbatorix?" Murtagh demanded of the man who had once guarded his cell.

"M-m-master Murtagh! I thought you were gone for good!" The man stuttered, unable to keep from shaking, eyeing Thorn quickly before returning his attention to Murtagh.

"You thought wrong. I have returned and brought with me a hostage of the Elves. My mission was a success, and I have defeated a great evil, just like Galbatorix sent me to do. Now, where is Galbatorix?" Murtagh grabbed the soldier's collar and glared menacingly into his eyes.

"I-I-n his throne room…" The man started to say something else but Murtagh tossed him to the ground and walked swiftly back to Thorn to scoop Arya back into his arms. He approached the coming soldiers, stopping in front of them.

"Where are all of your magical advisors?" He regarded the man in front, who looked to be the oldest in the group of soldiers. There seemed to be a good amount of soldiers around, more than usual.

"They are in the throne room, with Lord Galbatorix. They are having a meeting of some kind. Why are you here? Galbatorix said you were never coming back." The man looked like he was very suspicious, and he should be. But Murtagh didn't want that. It might put a flaw in the plans, because Galbatorix and his most trusted magicians read the thoughts and emotions of every soldier in his fleet. Murtagh remembered having to do that…he hated it. Men at arms could be so vile at times…

"Galbatorix sent me on a secret mission, which I have completed. I even have this hostage as proof. I need to see him immediately. There also needs to be a meeting of the soldiers, for there is a force coming in and Galbatorix needs to gather the men together."

"Well, that will just have to wait, because the magicians are all in a meeting with him. Forbidden access. All the soldiers are outside patrolling the area, even the servants were to go home today." The soldier looked smug, as if being able to deny Murtagh's wishes gave him great pleasure. Murtagh suddenly remembered this man, he was the general or leader of all the men at arms here in the castle…maybe he could use this to his advantage.

"All outside, you say? So you mean, no one can get inside the castle?"

"No," the man answered slowly, suddenly cautious with narrowed eyes. "There are a few patrolling the outside of the Throne room, so there is access into the castle," the man paused, but then quickly added, "but no one gets into the throne room- no one."

Murtagh's brows narrowed, thinking about how to go about doing this. He glanced down casually at Arya, hearing her thoughts, and with a burst of sudden enlightenment he looked up at the soldiers questioning eyes and said, "Very well then, gather all the soldiers, and have them meet right here, in the courtyard." He paused, and seeing that the man was hesitant, he used his mind swerve the man's descision. "Now."

"All of them?" The man asked, a distance now in his eyes.

"Yes, all of them. As soon as you possibly can."

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Jaide had been listening to the conversation between Murtagh and the Soldier, and seeing his plan she though back to him,

Brilliant! Yes, get them all in one place…you and Arya take care of the soldiers, and the rest of us will try to find a place to sneak into this little meeting of Galbatorix's

Jaide could already see this working, all they needed was this perfect distraction, and part of Galbatorix's fleet would be wiped out, making retaliation difficult, especially without soldiers and other magicians to help protect his castle. While the rest of the warriors waited for the signal to infiltrate around the throne room, Jaide had gotten a mental message from someone with the Elves. The Varden, Elves and Urgals had all met together, and they weren't far away. They would split up and protect from all sides, once all of Galbatorix's forces were sent to protect his fortress. That would give the dragon riders the perfect opportunity to corner the king and slay him. By tomorrow morning, everything will have changed…..

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So so so? what do you think will happen? who will go down? what happens after all this? i think you'll find out soon...

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