Eragon: Forever

Rejoice

This is my first Fan fiction, so please be nice. Please if you do Review, criticize and tell me where to improve, as well as what's good about it. This takes place directly after the defeat of Galbatorix and Shruikan. I do not own Inheritance, although I wish I did, anyway please Review and enjoy.

Galbatorix had been defeated, and the whole of Alagaesia was in celebration, but something wasn't quite right, In the back of his mind he could feel a sense of loneliness and longing, and knew it was coming from His Closest friend, who was more to him than he could even describe, His Dragon Saphira. He knew what the matter with her was, but decided to ask her about it later, now was a time of celebration, and it wouldn't go well with the others having an upset dragon ruin it.

He quickly snapped out of his train of thought as someone was calling his name, "Eragon, I was wondering where you'd gotten to,'t was Quite a battle eh Lad.", Orik bellowed to him. "Aye Orik, I can't quite believe it's over, but here we are.". Orik clasped him on his shoulder, sloshing mead all over as he did, "How's you and that dragon o' yours, after a battle like that you must be tired.". I am Quite Well thank you, Saphira replied, with a hint of sadness in her voice."I agree with Saphira, It did take it out of us though" Eragon replied. "Anyway lad, I came by to ask you to meet with Me, Arya and Nasuada in the throne room, its important".

Eragon followed Orik to the throne room, with Saphira close behind, as he realised that this was the first time he really got to see the Uru'bean for what it was. Although it had just been the scene of a war, which could be told by the blackened walls and burnt shells of houses, many of the houses left standing were quite magnificent. They were sturdy; two floor houses, built with stone ground floors, and timber on the upper floors. Many of the buildings had a significant elvin style, showing the cities earlier history; however the city had since expanded, meaning that the buildings further out had no elvin features whatsoever.

As he entered the throne room, Saphira lying behind him, they were greeted with smiles and congratulations from two of their closest friends, not including Orik. As Nasuada walked towards him, she embraced him as if they were siblings, who hadn't seen each other in years. Arya was next to greet him, and to his surprise, she also embraced him, but he knew it was nothing more than just friendly, that was until she held on for an awkward amount of time. As they pulled away, he looked her in her deep, unfathomable eyes, and saw a hint of longing for a split second, before they returned back to her regular, almost emotionless selves.

After the greetings had finished, they moved onto more serious matters, firstly concerning Murtagh and Thorn about their sudden disappearance, which remained a mystery to all five of them. Next they moved onto who should rule Alagaesia, which they all agreed should be Nasuada, as it was her who organized and essentially won the throne, even if she herself didn't directly defeat Galbatorix. After that they moved onto a less formal conversation, which finally moved onto Eragon and Saphira's future.

"Eragon, Saphira" Nasuada asked, "Although the dragon race is down to just Saphira and perhaps Thorn, I regret to ask you that we still want your help in ruling this country and..." No, Saphira interrupted, all of my life so far so far has been fighting for the overthrow of Galbatorix, and now that he is no more, I wish to live a peaceful life with Eragon. "As I was about to say, Murtagh and Thorn are still out there and may be a threat, you are our best chance if he is still a threat". Arya quickly turned to face Saphira, "I understand if you two wish to live a life of seclusion after this, but you have to understand that we all need you two, it's your duty as dragon and rider to protect Alagaesia and everyone in it". Now it was Eragons turn to argue his and Saphiras point, "Arya, Nasuada, Orik, we will always be here to protect Alagaesia, but we wish to live in peace until such a time as we are needed arises, The Riders can be no more as Saphira is the last dragon in Alagaesia, meaning there can be no more dragons". He felt bad after saying his last statement, sensing Saphiras loneliness, but he knew it would be the only way to free himself, and Saphira of the fate that had been pushed upon them. Finally Orik spoke up, "Well I for one don't blame you for wanting to live alone, and wish for you both the best, Nasuada and Arya reluctantly mumbled in agreement.

Later on that night, Saphira and Eragon were in their room, in the west wing of the castle, it was one of the few rooms in the castle which was big enough for to hold her massive size. Saphira Eragons mind brushed against her own, I know that you feel like the dragon race is going to perish, but it's not your fault, and besides, there is still thorn so there is still a chance. She stayed silent for a couple of minutes, thinking on his words. Little one, I thank you for your words of comfort, but I can't mate with thorn, he's a traitor, and although it was not his own fault, I can never forgive him in the role he played in the extinction of our race. No, I am the last dragon in my eyes, and that can never change now. She felt heartbroken at just saying those words, but knew that it was true; she was about to blocked everything out of her mind until he started to comfort her. Saphira, I know you feel alone, I would outlive any human so could never be with one, I would even outlive any dwarf, and I cannot be with an elf for they would not allow it. He sighed, but continued on, If I were a dragon I would happily live my days with you, alas I am also destined to live alone, there will be no more riders, I am the last.

At the last statement, they both stayed silent, until both of them slowly drifted to sleep, not knowing what the future had for her, Saphira could only dream of the life she wanted, the one person she truly wanted to be with, but never could be, Eragon. She knew that they had a strong bond, and that he loved her, but not if he loved her in the same way she loved him.

As Morning came upon them, Eragon woke from his waking dreams, he started to head out of the room he and Saphira were staying in when he heard a booming mind in his own. Eragon Shadeslayer, Your destiny was to Galbatorix was a great one, however it is not yet complete. You have saved what is left of the dragon race, but now you must help rebuild it. These strange words confused Eragon, Who are you, and how can I help rebuild the dragon race. The strange voice chuckled, and only replied, You will learn all of that in time, but a horrible misfortune has befallen upon thorn, and that means the resurrection of the dragons rests on you. You will know what to do before the day is up.

He decide to wait until Saphira awoke to tell her of the voice, and what it said, which only confused her, and her only advice was to wait until the day was up to learn more. He could hear sadness in her voice and knew what was wrong. Are you upset about thorn, I know you could never forgive him, but he was the last dragon other than you. Saphira replied in a saddened tone, Of course I am upset, now I truly am the last dragon, but as to how you can help bring my race back, I wonder if I really am the last, we should ask Glaedr.

Hmm Eragon, I wonder what this means, I know not of any other dragons, I would just heed Saphiras words and just wait. Was all Glaedr advised, before retreating into his grieving over Oromis. Well Saphira, I guess we will just have to wait eh. He said as he stroked her on her neck, making her hum. That's what I told you to do little one, Just be patient.

As night began to fall, the strange voice boomed through his head, almost crippling him, I took him a while to recognise the voice, but this time it was stronger than before, with other voices mixed into it. Eragon Shadeslayer, the magic blocking our minds is fading due to Galbatorix's fall, now I can tell you of your true destiny, you are to come to Vroengard, and speak yours and Saphiras names to the vault of souls, and bring Glaedr with you, he will be needed. Before Eragon could ask any questions, the presence of the mind was gone, but he was confused as to how he knew of Solembum's prophecy, and of Glaedr for that matter. He looked to Saphira to see that she was also confused, knowing she had also been contacted by the voice. He asked Glaedr what the vault of souls was, but all he said was that it seemed important, and should go immediately.

After Eragon had told Arya, Orik and Nasuada that he was going, he decided to go to Roran to tell him that he would be leaving in the morning. He found him and Katrina sitting outside the front of their house and told them of the voice, leaving out the part about Glaedr. "So Brother, you will be leaving us again, so soon after all of this, well I wish we could spend more time with you, but I guess that will have to wait". Eragon sighed, He didn't want to leave, but the fate of the dragons was more important than his happiness right now. "Roran, I will miss you as well, but I must leave tomorrow morning, I don't know what will be happening or how long it will take, take care of yourself and your family". This time it was Katrina who spoke up, "Eragon, Please have supper with us tonight, Ismira's asleep, and we may only have tonight to see you for a long time". So as he ate with his brother and sister-in-law, they spoke late into the night, but Eragon had a feeling that this was the last time they would see each other, at least in the same way.

As Morning came, Eragon woke and saddled Saphira, placing Glaedr carefully into one of the side-pockets. They left the castle and took one last look at Uru'bean before taking off into the air astride Saphira, not knowing that fate meant he would not see this city the same again. He heard Saphira speak softly to him, Little One, we may yet again be venturing into adventure again, and I am glad that you will be by my side whilst on it.

Well, Tell Me What you think. I will not respond to any angry writing, only to civil responces. I have most of the story planned out, but may need some filler ideas later on. If you have any ideas Respond to the Story or PM me. Thanks for reading and any constructive Criticism will be appreciated.