What of it? If you don’t make a few enemies every now and then, you’re a coward – or worse. Besides, it was worth it to see his reaction.
Because you can’t argue with all of the fools in the world. It’s easier to let them have their way, then trick them when they’re not paying attention.” Brom opened his hand, and a pile of coins glinted in the light.
You were right. But I don’t condemn her for it. Trianna deals with the world in the best way she can, as do we all. I understand that, even if I don’t approve, and understanding – as Oromis said – breeds empathy.
A person’s mind is his last sanctuary. – Brom.
The Cripple Who Is Whole,” murmured.
Opposite this was a long bar, a fortress with raised drawbridges that protected casks of lager, ale, and stout from the horde of thirsty men who assailed it from all sides.
I was as mute as a rock lizard?
We are no longer awkward younglings. Our enemies may be fearsome, but so are we. It is time we remind them of that.
Eragon wondered, dismayed. Bigger than Glaedr, that was certain. As big as Belgabad?
Bring honor to your clan,” said the dwarf.
Think without thinking, so that you act as if out of instinct and not reason.
It took Eragon a moment to remember that Aren was the name of Brom’s ring;.
Strive for wisdom! Or at least a decrease in idiocy.
However, Oromis and I have had centuries to reconcile ourselves with the fact that such a parting is inevitable. No matter how careful we are, if we live long enough, eventually one of us will die. It is not a happy thought, but it is the truth. Such is the way of the world.
My ring now, he told himself. I have to stop thinking of it as Brom’s.
Also, I am sure Aren was a way for him to protect himself.
I do not want him to die. No elf does. However, if every waking moment is a torment to him, then won’t it be better for him to seek release?” Neither.
The warrior who can adapt the easiest to the unexpected is the warrior who will live the longest.
My only inheritance.
Only thing is, a soldier threw a pitcher and hit him on the temple. Killed him instantly.