Destiny Awaits

Charmed X Eragon.

Summary: Chris was never treated fairly by his family. Wyatt was the golden child who everyone loved. He was just the second child. When an adventure comes his way, Chris is determined to take it and get away from his life. But will he be ready for the dangers in store?

Disclaimer: I don't own Eragon or Charmed.

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Chapter 7

Chris smiled brightly. Finally, he was here!

Joy flooded through him and he could feel it in Ruby too.

They continued to walk through trees and greenery, smiling at those who passed, enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

'You can just feel the energy, can't you?' Ruby commented, grinning like a young child in a candy store.

Chris nodded. "It's amazing"

Fira turned to them and chuckled. "It took us a while, even with the best spellcasters. I'm glad you like it".

"Like it?" Chris grinned. "I love it! I've never seen anything like this before, even in Valhalla!".

"It is quite extraordinary" Ruby commented. "A unique place for unique people".

Chris smiled. "I can't wait to see more!"

Ruby nodded in agreement, when Fira said "You will, but you must speak with Queen Izlanzandi first".

Chris and Ruby nodded in unison as they were brought into a large palace beneath one of the larger trees.

What Chris noticed first was a royally dressed elf who was sitting on a large throne at the back of the room, two more elves and a collection of elven guards surrounding her.

Chris guessed that this was Izlanzandi.

He was proven correct as Fira spoke.

"My queen, we have returned with the dragon rider and his dragon". He motioned for them to come forward.

"Atra du evarinya ono varda, Izlanzandi svit kona" Chris and Ruby greeted the queen in the traditional manner.

Izlanzandi seemed pleased and repeated the gesture.

"Please sit" She then said and motioned for 2 guards to bring a chair over for Chris and a rug for Ruby.

"The first thing is a matter of most seriousness" She said. "Before we can show or tell you anything more, we must know where your loyalty stands".

Chris spoke. "Our loyalty stands with you, as it does the Varden".

He stopped and Ruby took over.

"We are in your service. We shall protect you, Ellesmera and it's inhabitants, the Varden and any innocent person in Alagesia to the best of our ability".

Izlanzandi nodded as they had both spoken in the ancient language. "Now that that's settled, we can move onto business".

"We understand that you already have a vast knowledge of magic; you are a sorcerer by bloodline".

Chris nodded and waved his hand at Ruby, sending her to the far corner of the room in a flurry of orbs. With one more wave, she was transported back to her original position.

Izlanzandi smiled. "Good. We can use that to our advantage".

She then stood and walked to the large door, motioning for them to follow her.

"For the next few months, Ellesmera will be your home and so please treat it as such, respectfully and enjoyably. Feel free to look around and enjoy yourself when you're not in training".

They stopped at a large tree, where a balcony stood out prominently at the top.

"You training will start tomorrow. For now, relax. This will be your place of residence for the next few months. If you would like I shall have someone sent up in a few hours to show you around".

Chris smiled. "That will be nice, thank you"

Izlanzandi returned the gesture. "It's no problem. If you need anything, I will be at the palace. Otherwise, anyone will be happy to help".

"Thank you" Chris replied and Izlanzandi nodded before leaving.

Once Izlanzandi was out of sight, Chris turned and entered the tree. It was elegantly furnished, red's and gold's compromising the interior and complementing the rich oak walls.

A large couch, armchair, table and rug in the living room, a small kitchenette to the right which was pre stocked with snacks and drinks and 2 large bookcases next to the door, holding an extensive collection. Next to the kitchen, a path of winding stairs led to a very comfortably looking bedroom and adjacent bathroom. Chris smiled, he could get used to this. On one side of the bedroom was a large balcony where Ruby was perched and next to the interior wall, an extremely large cushion, obviously intended for the dragon to sleep on.

'It's beautiful' He said to her and she snorted, smoke billowing from her nostrils.

'Much to simple a word'

He grinned and nodded. 'Maybe amazing would better suit fit. But even that may be too simple. I have no true word to describe it'.

She grinned back at him. 'Nor do I'

Sighing, he flopped down on the bed. 'All that travel has made me feel tired and weak'.

She moved over and nuzzled his cheek. 'Get some rest'.

He nodded but turned to look at her. 'How long do you think we'll be here?'

'Until the end of your training, I would think. Galbatorix does not yet know of your existence and so the elves would want you to be at your best before you confront him' She replied.

He nodded once more. 'Yeah' and turned back over, falling into a peaceful slumber.

The sound of murmurings woke Chris and he sat up to find Ruby gone.

But her voice spoke clearly in his head.

"Chris. Our guide is here. We're in the living room". Replying his confirmation, he made his way there.

Ruby lay outside, head sticking through the door. The light from the sun made her scales glimmer.

Beside the door, stood a woman. Her brown hair billowed due to the wind that was coming through the open door.

She turned and her amber eyes watched him curiously as he moved toward them, as if searching for something hidden.

A smile graced her beautiful face as she spoke.

"You must be Chris. I am Alayana".

Now at the door, he nodded and smiled back at her. "Nice to meet you".

"Queen Izlanzandi asked me to show you around Ellesmera".

Chris grinned. "Sounds awesome".

Ruby matched his enthusiasm.

"Well we're ready when you are" Chris told her and she nodded.

"Let's go"

Ruby went around the outside while Chris and Alayana went through the front door and meeting up at the front, they began the tour.

"Some of these trees are centuries old and as hard as rocks which is why they make good homes" She told them as they walked along beneath the shade of the trees and surrounded by beautiful, exotic plant life.

"How do you carve them to shape?" Chris asked.

She smiled. "We do not carve. We sing"

"Sing?" Chris looked at the trees around him, most of which were made as homes. The elves were truly astonishing people.

Continuing their journey, they soon entered a large clearing where many stalls were set up, all selling different sorts of products.

"This is the court where many come to sell their hand made items".

"Wow" Was all Chris could say as he looked at the unique, delicate and intricate items that were on the stalls, not one the same in any detail.

She smiled and led them to an area that looked like a blacksmiths.

A woman sat next to a fire and an anvil, hammer in hand, heating and moulding her newest creation; a longsword.

"Rhunin?" Alayana spoke and the woman immediately looked up and on seeing the brown haired elf, stood with a smile.

"Dear cousin. How are you today?"

"I'm fine thank you, and you?" she stepped forward and they hugged.

"Quite well actually" Rhunin replied. "What is it you need?" She quickly eyes Chris and Ruby.

Alayana smiled and held her hand out, gesturing to the rider and dragon. "This is Chris and Ruby the new rider and dragon".

As soon as those words left her mouth, Rhunin shook her head. "No. I told you before, I told Arya, no more rider blades".

Alayana sighed. "They have pledged their loyalty in the ancient language. And you made an exception for Eragon".

Rhunin shook her head.

"Please Rhu. We need them for the great battle that is to come. Please".

Rhunin sighed. "Alright. One last time"

Alayana grinned and hugged her tight. "You are the best!"

Rhunin frowned slightly. "You owe me" Then she turned and studied Ruby for a moment. "It should be done in a few days. I will call you when it's ready".

"Thanks Rhu"

After one more hug, they left her to her work.

"What was that about?" Chris asked.

"After the betrayal, Rhunin vowed not to make another rider blade again. But I knew how to break her"

She laughed airily.

"Come on, there's much more to see".

It was a fair few hours later, when they returned.

"Thank you so much" Chris said as they got back into the warmth of the tree. "I could never have imagined how much Ellesmera had to offer".

'It is quite spectacular' Ruby said from her place outside.

Alayana nodded with a smile. "It's late and I must go, but I shall see you both tomorrow".

Both Chris and Ruby said their goodbyes and Chris waved as she left.

But his mind was focused on something else.

He was sure he'd seen her before.

Somewhere.

Deciding it was just his need for sleep, he headed to the bedroom.

Ruby followed suit, landing on the balcony and then walking into the room to settle down on the large, soft pillow that had been provided for her.

Chris quickly changed and then got into bed.

"Night Ruby" He said as he drifted off.

"Night little one" She replied and together, they drifted off into a dreamless sleep.

Hope you like it! Please review! Thanks for reading!

Next chapter. Chris and Ruby start training. Chris and Alayana spend more time together. Chris gets his blade and makes a shocking discovery.

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