Let's get drunk and tell each other everything we're too afraid to say sober

-Walker Hayes

Chapter 1: One Drink Too Many

I'm a pirate.

A captain among men who have stolen and fought with many, a bad reputation known to all. I live my life the way I see fit, nothing to stop me from doing as I please. Be it my enemies, my crew, or… him. I know what I've chosen is what is right for me… it's what I've always wanted. To be free of any responsibilities, not to be held back by anything, to live as a free spirit. This is what I've always wanted but yet, deep down I feel as if I've just made the biggest mistake of my life.

10 months ago...

I love my crew, they've taken care of me as I have them for as long as I can remember. Ever since my parents died, when I was but a mere toddler. They've been my caretakers since. And despite all of their numerous faults I've grown to love each and everyone of them despite their annoying quirks, they're my family. Otherwise they'd all have been thrown overboard the ship by the time I reached twelve.

So me, being the kind and generous person I am, allowed for a celebration on land for my crew. After all we had just plundered another pirate ship with more rupees and valuables that we've seen in a long time, nobody getting hurt was a bonus, and the fact that we've recently dug up a dead pirates treasure who had quite the loot. A great day if you ask me.

So we had more than enough money to go out and get crazy, and I thought 'why not?' and here we are. Inside a bar, enjoying the drinks and being our rowdy selves.

As always when we go to a bar we go to Windfall's, because this is probably the only place that will cater us. They know we won't instigate any fights or anything, and it's people always seem to know not to do the same to us otherwise they'll be in for a heap of pain. By now all of the faces of Windfall have become recognized, but there's always a few visitors. And of course… out of the small few there's always that one prick that takes a fancy to me and ask me if I'm willing to have some fun, whilst waggling his eyebrows terribly failing to charm me with his self-acclaimed good looks. In response I'd give the lad a fake smile, rub his shoulder to lead him on, and then… let's just say with their balls busted, they sure won't be having any sort of fun anytime soon.

Besides, my heart has already been stolen by another… the so called Hero of Winds.

I took a small glance at him from the opposite side of the bar, taking note of the girls that obviously want a more than just a piece of him. Honestly, who could blame them? It was clear that this boy had grown incredibly well since the first time I'd met him.

Not only had he grown taller, but his physique had become quite muscular and lean. No longer could he be described as having noodle arms, which to his credit were stupidly stronger than they looked, but instead arms that were most definitely defined but not to the point of it being completely unproportional to the rest of his body. Arms that I wish to be held in, at least as more than just a friend in need of comforting which in fact happens quite often.

His giant once round baby-like face lost it's fat and a strong jawline that looks as sharp as the dagger in my boot could easily be seen. His bright yellow messy hair was long, but not too long to the point where its length could be mistaken for a girl's. His hair remained messy, and as expected the natural sexy messy that just looks flat out makes him look… downright sexy. It's the perfect length that can be swept by the wind when sailing and soft enough that it was hard to not be tempted to run a hand through it.

Then there was his voice. Oh his voice was deep and smooth, the good sexy kind. Yet, there was a certain softness to it, which allowed him to sound fragile from time to time. I hear him laugh as Niko told him a joke, a melody to my ears. He could charm any human being, no... any creature that roams this earth. Including that annoying duck girl that I know has a crush on him.

And finally… in my opinion, the most captivating, his eyes. They were a deep rupee green. Being alongside him for the past four years I've learned to read him through them, whether he's happy, sad, worried, or whatever. It's helps when I want to cheer him up… seeing as it's usually the other way around. I'd always help him when he feels homesick or worried for my safety. But most of the time, they're inviting and kind. His eyes shine and it's almost impossible to not become lost by his beautiful bright orbs.

But I don't care for his looks, although I'll admit that's a definite bonus. What I like about Link is… Link. While on the outside he may seem a bit intimidating, with all his muscles, height and voice, he's a big softy. If I need someone to talk to he'll be there, I'll yell at him to come to my room and we'd talk. He'd always make me feel better. He's selfless, always putting others first. Making sure everyone is okay before even thinking about himself. While he may sometimes be an idiot, his heart is always in the right place.

What I like the most is that despite my reputation of being 'the do not question otherwise you'll walk the plank' type of captain he still has the guts to challenge me. Even at times when I'm angry and I send him a dark scowl, he manages to make me blush by wrapping me in his arms. I'm sure it has to do with the fact that he holds the Triforce of Courage but still…

My heart flutters every time, and every time I wish we could become more than friends. But despite the fact that I've had multiple opportunities to make a move, I've always chickened out of it. I don't know why but just being with him changes me... at least that's what Gonzo has said.

When I'm with him I don't really have much of a temper, admittedly it's still there but it never shows. I'm apparently more caring about the others and I'm just more happy in general. I don't know when exactly my crush on him started, I just know I've felt this for a long time. Like… years. It was probably when Link and I defeated Ganondorf, and saved the world. Of course he did it to save his sister, but to see the lengths he'd go for the one who he loved was quite loveable in that aspect alone. Not that I'd ever admit that to his handsome and kissable face, ok maybe I might… when I confess. When I finally woman up and do it.

As if sensing someone was looking at him, he turned around and looked at me, sending me his trademark smile. The dumb looking smile that always brightened my day and sent me to a world of my own. I tried my best to hide my blush, with the drinks and him just being him, I failed miserably and only managed to drink some more to try cover it up and avoid looking like a fool. I swear I heard him laugh at me, deepening my blush.

I don't know how much longer it was until I started feeling tipsy, it must've been a while because I can hold my fair share of liquor, but I just couldn't stop looking at the young man who I've become absolutely smitten with over the years of knowing him.

"Oh Din, screw it," I mumbled under my breath chugging down the last of the rum I ordered. I wiped my mouth of the remains of alcohol and hurriedly got up from my seat and marched towards Link pushing through the crowd of girls that wouldn't stop ogling him. Maybe it was the alcohol making me do this or I was just tired of this longing of being Link's lover, but right now I don't care.

I roughly grabbed him by his muscled forearm and spun him around to look at me.

"Tetra!? What-"

The next thing I knew, my lips were smashed against his.

And from then on everything went blank.

Author's Note

Re-edited this story and I hope that this keeps Tetra within her actual character development better.

So... yeah. Link and Tetra/Zelda for the win. What I like about this pairing is that Link is with a girl who is both ends of a magnet if you will. Tetra being not only a pirate but a princess, who is actually suppose to be with Link, brings up the fact that Link has so much to love about this girl. The fact that Link, who is kind-hearted and caring, is shipped with a girl who's at first seen as cold and selfish, but later gets to be known as a girl that Link can actually learn to love... is so sweet. I can totally see them falling in love with each other in Wind Waker and Phantom Hourglass. I need to stop, I mean I could go on for ages as to how this pairing is amazing.

See you all next Friday! Tell me what you think!