Demi: Don't accuse me of abandoning Shadow - these scenes have been written already. All I do is flesh them out - it's simple! As I write Shadow, I come up with ideas for future chapters - beacons to head towards in the story - but sometimes, I either write things I see as pointless later on, or certain ideas just don't fit in, because I've gone on a different path. Whatever the reason, the scenes you'll read now are scenes that have happened in Shadow, but are not included in the main story - either because Sheik is not present in the scene or because Sheik is a sneaky bastard. Sneaky-Sheiky.
Also, this hasn't been betahed, simply because it's meant to be rough. Ish. And somewhat humorous. I hope.
And, also, they aren't in order. They appear to be in order here, but I've got a load of files stashed on my mem stick, all mushed up and gooey, ready to be differed from the plop next door.
Shit.
Each scene is separated from others by the line. Then, there is a chapter number in bold, and a little synopsis in italics - just to make sure you know what in Hyrule is going on. Some scenes are not Sheik-centric; unless stated otherwise, they are all narrated by our beloved Sheikah.
Chapter 28 – Link, Sheik, Raisa and Tsukiko are heading to Zora's Domain to enquire about the Water's Sapphire
There was silence. Pure silence. Well, in verbal terms; of course our steed's hooves made sounds as they hit rocks and the hard ground, and then there was the occasional animal call, but not one of us uttered a single word. Tsukiko weaved in and out of us, Nyx and Epona amused by her agility and daring nature, as she actually went under their legs.
But soon she got bored with it and morphed back into human form, walking briskly beside us.
There was a pause.
"My ol' man said, 'Follow th' van!" she sang in a loud voice. "And don' dilly dally on th' way!-'"
"Er, what?"
"Off went the- What?"
"What the hell was that?" Hero asked, wide-eyed. I have to say that I was also shocked at the Raunen's sudden outburst.
"A song."
"I gathered that."
"Then why ask?"
"Because it was random."
"I can't handle silence."
"Well, it was nice silence. I liked it. Then you ruined it with your… your… song. Raunen?"
"No shit, Sherlock! Did you come up with that yourself or did Watson help you?"
There was silence; we both quirked an eyebrow in confusion.
"Ah, forget it… I preferred the silence."
Between the end of Chapter 31 and start of Chapter 32 – Link and Sheik have met Imp, and are walking through the forest to find him again
"Sheik?"
I didn't answer; I was still annoyed with his perverted admission that he liked to stare at my rear when I walked.
"Sheik? Come on, just talk to me – can you blame me for what I'm guilty of?"
"Yes," I mumbled.
"Whatever. I have a question. Why do you wear such a skin tight outfit if you don't like the thought of people staring at you indecently?"
"Because most people don't."
"…Are you retarded, ignorant or just plain naive?"
I sent him a harsh glare, which he shrunk away from, averting his gaze.
"I'll take all three…" I heard him mumble.
"What did you say, Hero?" I asked, innocently.
"Oh… I said, 'You're so pretty'."
"Uh huh… really?"
He grinned at me, sheepishly.
Between the end of Chapter 37 and start of Chapter 38 – Link is missing, and Sheik, Tsukiko and Ashei are travelling to Raun
We had successfully passed the mountains between Hyrule and Raun; before us was a vast field of bright green grass, the distant dusting of forest on the horizon. Albeit that, there was nothing but green, white and blue ahead of us. We paused, taking in the peaceful sight of the wind rippling the lush green sea of grass.
Tsukiko drew in a large breath, ready to say something…
"In Dublin's fair city!" she sang, boisterously loud, beginning to walk ahead; I watched in half-amusement, half-pity as Ashei toppled over from shock. "Where the girls are so pretty, I first set my eyes on sweet Molly Malone! As she wheeled her wheel-barrow, through streets broad and narrow, crying, "Cockles and mussels, alive, alive, oh!"
Ashei raised her head, glaring harshly at the back of the skipping-singing Tsukiko. "I'm going to kill her."
"Alive, alive, oh! Alive…"
Shortly before Chapter 53 – The group are about to infiltrate Raun Castle…
I swallowed hard, trying to calm my breathing, trying to slow my heart rate. It would do no good to work myself up; it was a situation to worry about, but stressing out would not help me. Unusually, Hero was not beside me, helping me to relax, and so I was alone in our room. He was off finalising plans and whatever those in the Army do before an attack.
I, however, heard the door creak open.
"Sheik?" It was Tsukiko.
I opened my eyes to regard her. "Yes?"
"Jus' came t'check up on ya," she said, grinning and perching on the bed. "Since Link's running his legs off and short-fusin' his lil' brain, 'e can't be here right now. I'll be the temporary 'ero now."
"Thank you," I replied dryly, smiling nonetheless.
"So…" She twiddled her thumbs. "What's goin' on in tha' mysterious mind of yours, Sheik-m'man?"
"Too much."
"Or, two much sad shit. You know what you need t'do, Sheik?"
Judging by the grin on her face, I knew exactly what she was about to say and do…
"What, Tsukiko?"
"Always look on th'brigh' side o'life!"
I held up a hand, ceasing her song. "And what, pray tell, is the 'bright side' of this life?"
"Eh? I dunno! It's just a song, gods above."
Within Chapter 45 – Kamau has been revealed to be a half-Sheikah by Imp; Arden has been met. Sheik and Link have left the med-room, leaving Imp and Lyall with the Hawk. (Not Sheik-centric)
"…"
"…"
"…Nyah! Stop staring!" Imp blushed lukewarmly. "Please…"
"I can't help it," Kamau replied softly, smiling. His amber orbs were half-lidded from weariness, but his eyes were alive, sparkling with energy. "You're the best thing an imprisoned man could ever dream of seeing, especially after being caged for half a year."
"I disagree," the boy huffed, looking away, cheeks still awash with red.
"It's true, Cub – hate t'break it t'ya."
Kamau's sight whipped away from Imp to meet the cool stare of Lyall, who was still crouched in the corner. The Hawk suppressed a shiver – where had that come from? – but couldn't break away from the werewolf's stare; he was drowning in that sea of cobalt.
"Oh, that's Onii-san," Imp said quickly, upon spotting the two's connection. "He looks after me."
"Th'name's Lyall." The elder nodded respectfully.
"Ah… Kamau… you're not from Hyrule, are you?"
"What gave you that impression?" A toothy grin. "I'm from Xiomar."
Kamau gasped. "You-!"
"N-No, Ka-chan! He's good!" Imp insisted, leaning closer to the Hawk, who settled down quickly.
"Your… your eyes – they aren't… white."
"Demon. Exorcised into my body, much like the cub; it was a wolf – he gave me the eyes," Lyall explained. "Sorry for the fright. But… ya did ask where I were from."
"Indeed I did…" Kamau gave a breathy chuckle. "A Xiomaran, two Shei-"
"Two. Two Xiomaran. You haven't met her yet…"
"Two Xiomaran, two Sheikah and the Great Hero – all in one group! You are a… strange bunch."
"So we've been told. But every group's got to have their own… flair."
"Aye, Cub. But our flair is the type of flair that should nay be classed as a flair and should nay ever be attempted. Ever."
Demi: Well? Did ya like it? Did ya not? Was it pointless? Do ya want some more?
Review and tell meh...
-cough- or no more Shadow fur yuuu.
