A/N: Hello there, readers! It's been a while since I last posted/updated a story hasn't it?

Well, let's not wait another second to introduce my next story! This is a Zelda AU, and I'm rather excited about it.

I want to let everyone know that before they read this and think I am stealing an idea, that this story was inspired by an anime called Itazura Na Kiss. Some people may have watched this or its Korean drama counterpart, Playful Kiss. This story has the same concept, but it involves Zelda characters and also events and situations of my own creation. So, I'm sorry if you think I was stealing this because it's not my intention. I just want to entertain my readers with my idea of how the characters of Zelda would act like if they were in the characters of Itazura Na Kiss's shoes. This was solely for entertainment purposes only!

So, with that cleared out of the way, please enjoy my new story, Strange Occurrences! And don't forget to leave a review when you're done! I'm a shameless review whore, I can't help it.

ENJOY THE READ!

(07/19/14) NOTICE** - THIS CHAPTER HAS BEEN RE-EDITED AND POLISHED TO ENHANCE YOUR READING EXPERIENCE.

Chapter I

How It All Began

My dad and I stare at the giant heap of rubble and debris that was formerly known as our home. Smoke is still rising from the ashes, and a few spit fires still burn dimly between the stone slabs. If it wasn't three in the morning and I wasn't deadbeat tired, I probably would have joined in the emotional party with my dad who has tears pouring from his eyes. It was only to be expected, since we had just lost a place we were going to call home. It was a brand new house with a new flooring plan and extra rooms for my father who needed some more work space. I'm not all that moved, since I had only spent a day and a half in it. But my father on the other hand is emotionally unstable.

"WHY?" he cries, crushing his flowing tears with balled fists. "WHY DOES OUR FAMILY ALWAYS RESULT TO SUCH MISFORTUNE?"

I set a somewhat calming hand on the shoulder of my father in a half-hearted attempt to lighten the depressing mood. My eyes scan the rest of the neighborhood, which is miraculously left untouched by the raging fires that had spewed from our new gas stove. I knew that thing would cause trouble. No wonder my spaghetti wasn't cooking as well as it usually did.

Damn kitchen appliances.

Lights of red and blue reflect of the glass window shards that were scattered all over the concrete pavement. Policemen and firefighters along with some paramedics had arrived fifteen minutes after Dad had dialed 911. So much for the neighborhood watch's new motto, "Your safety: Guaranteed!" But I realize how many of our neighbors have gathered outside looking at the devastation. If I wasn't too tired to care, I probably would have been embarrassed by Dad's overdramatic performance.

A policeman walks up to us with a notepad and pen. I yawn, knowing that this ordeal isn't going to be over for another few hours or so. He flips a few pages and licks the point before pressing it to the pad. "This is your home?"

"Was," I correct him.

He nods, jotting down information. "You and your father's name and age please?"

"Daphnes Harkinian, age 54, and Zelda Harkinian, age 17. No other relatives were inside the house during the fire nor do any others live here."

"And do you know what caused this terrible tragedy, Miss Zelda?" I can tell that this guy is not in the mood for work this early in the morning but is at least trying to act sympathetic. And who would blame him? I just want to go back to sleep as soon as possible.

"My moronic father here set a rag above the gas stove and forgot to turn it off before going to bed." I glance down at my dad, who is still on all fours sobbing. I roll my eyes. "This hit him kind of hard."

"I see," he replies without looking up from his notepad. "Well, once the firemen put out the rest of the remaining flames and the paramedics over there check you up, you'll be free to go."

"Fantastic," I say with thick sarcasm.

I hoist my father up from the ground and guide him towards the doctors that await us by their ambulance. They check Dad up first; making sure his physical state isn't as damaged as his mental. Once he is clear, they listen to my breathing, ensuring I didn't inhale too many toxins from the fire. They clear us both and send us back to the policeman in charge, who is still scribbling pointless notes onto his trusty pad. I clear my throat, catching his attention.

"Oh, yeah," he mutters. Of course he forgot we were even here. Dickwad. "Is there any family you can stay with while you sort out the insurance coverage and payments needed to fix this house?"

I sigh and rub my temples. Both of my grandparents were long gone along with my mother. My parents didn't have any siblings, so I didn't have any uncles or aunts. My dad's hand rests on my shoulder and he gives me a forced smile. At least he had calmed down and is back to his serene self. "We'll figure something out, Zelda. In the meantime, we'll go stay at a hotel until we can get living arrangements settled."

I nodded, only wanting to get back to sleep as soon as possible. I mean, I have had a long day at school, and a rather upsetting one at that. Disappointment of today's-or should I say yesterday's-earlier events come rushing back into my system and only make me more exhausted. My brain gives me an entire replay, one that I particularly do not wish to relive at the current moment.

I got out of my dad's truck, blowing him a kiss goodbye before fixing my plaid skirt and walking into the school grounds with a confident air. Today was a beautiful day for me, as today would be the day I confessed my undying infatuation with Link Ordonia, the smartest, most courageous and undeniably gorgeous boy at Hyrule High.

Link had ash blonde hair that fell in bangs just above is electrifying blue eyes. He had skin that looked as soft as it felt (don't ask how I know that, I just do) and had a natural light tan to it that made him look even more irresistible. But that's not how he won my heart. No, he won my heart by reciting a poem in English I Honors during our freshman year. He was handsome to be sure, but then I realized how intellectual he truly was. Instantly, I was head over heels for him and I didn't know how to confess my feelings for him until now: our last year as seniors.

The handwritten note that had taken me several hours to write was securely placed within the left breast pocket of my blazer, so that when I would see him after Latin class, I could give it to him immediately. My heart fluttered at the thought of Link just reading my letter and I instantly felt giddy with excitement. The day would be too long to wait!

I was greeted by my best friend, Midna Twili, who had prior knowledge of what was going to transpire after fourth block. She gave me her devilish grin and slapped my shoulder. "I'm rooting for you, Zel!"

I could feel the blood rise to my cheeks. "I'm so nervous! I just wish this wasn't so hard."

"Well, you have been in love with the most popular man in all the land of Hyrule who probably doesn't even know you exist. But hey, no pressure."

"Aren't you a bundle of optimality?" I teased. "But seriously Midna, I'm freaking out here! There a million ways this could go. If I am extremely fortunate, then he'll return my feelings. But if he doesn't…"

"You'll be humiliated in front of the entire student body?" She finished, on the verge of laughing out loud.

I playfully punched her arm, and patted the letter. "I have confidence! Even if he does reject me, I promised to myself that I won't give up!"

Midna's crimson eyes widened. "Whoa, you're serious about this. Well, you are my one and only friend, so I'll be cheering you on from the sidelines! If you want, I can stand behind you for moral support."

I shook my head, giggling. "No, that won't be necessary. Thanks for the concern! Oh, I wish I could just do it now and get it over with so these nerves of mine can disappear!"

Midna began laughing along with me, but then looked at the hall about ten feet behind us and pointed. "Well, now's your chance, because Link is coming this way right now."

Confused, I followed her index finger to the very person on my mind walking down the hall with the other A-Listers of the school. He was talking casually with a guy next to him, smiling that adorably charming smile I love. The school's uniform made up of a dark blue blazer and tan khakis worked amazingly well for him. My heart skipped a beat as I realized he was coming closer and closer.

"Oh my god, what do I do?" I whispered frantically. "Is my hair okay? I straightened it this morning. Is my skirt a little too long? Maybe I should hike it up a bit more so it shows off more leg."

"Zelda, get a grip! Just walk up to him, hand him the letter, smile cutely, and walk away. That's all you have to do."

"But it's not that easy! I've been in love with him since freshman year, and this'll be my first real interaction with him. I don't know what to say, how to hand him the letter, or-!"

Before I knew it, Midna had pushed me about five feet down the hall, making me bump into Link's rock hard chest. Oh god, I'm touching his chest. It's really hard and muscular. He must work out. The fabric of his uniform is a lot softer than I'd imagined. Is this real life? No, it's got to be a dream.

"Um," a husky voice muttered from below, "you gonna stay there or…what?"

I was pulled back into reality and I pushed myself away from Link's irresistible chest. I could literally feel myself turn into a beetroot. My gaze fell to the floor, too embarrassed to meet his eyes. "S-Sorry…"

Link sighed. "Do you need something?"

In my state of mind, I didn't register the harsh tone of voice he had taken with me. Instead, I pulled out the folded up piece of paper and held it out in front of me. I felt Link's eyes staring into it, but he took no action. I finally decided to raise my voice and speak. "U-Um, Link O-Ordonia, I-I'd like you to r-read this w-whenever y-you get the time t-to."

Sounds of snickers and whispers found their way to my ears, but I pushed them away. I didn't want to feel any more embarrassed than I already was. I mustered all of my strength to look up at his expression. To my surprise, it was blank and unmoving. His eyes seemed a lot colder than usual and it struck fear into my heart. I shouldn't have been shocked at what came next, but in my defense I fully had the right to hope that this would have a positive outcome.

"I don't want it," he said in a cool monotone voice. "Keep your stupid letter. I don't even know you."

The whole world around me froze in an instant. My stomach contracted and the butterflies that were fluttering earlier had all disappeared. Everything seemed much colder around me. My eyes were stuck in their enlarged shape, and I could hear the shattering sound of my heart breaking within my chest. I could feel Midna's warm hand on my shoulder and the muffled sounds of her voice screeching at the boy in front of me, who kept a straight face through it all. I called out to my body, trying to get myself to move or react, but I couldn't. My watery eyes would not leave Link's unbreakable poker face. Why did the world seem so small at that moment? And why did my legs feel incredibly heavy?

Midna's insults and scornful speeches soon brought me out of my trance, and I found myself the topic of the conversation.

"You don't have the decency to just say, 'No thanks'? Who the HELL do you think you are?" she screamed. A large group of students had crowded around us now, taking in the mortifying scene before them. "Don't just brush her aside and leave her in a state like this! Have a little chivalry and be a man instead of this pussy I'm looking at right now! Grow a fucking pair!"

Even though I didn't really have that much strength in me, I lightly touched my friend's arm and our eyes met for a brief moment before Midna gave up on her rant. She sighed deeply, and glared daggers at Link. "If I ever see your face again…"

"You'll what?" he challenged, no emotion to his voice. "I know who you are and your reputation with the Juvenile Correctional Facility in Gerudo Desert. Do you really want to add another incident to your never-ending criminal record? If you're still set on breaking my nose, then by all means do."

Silence filled the gap between him and Midna. Her breaths harshly quickened and her nostrils were flaring in white hot rage. Link, for the first time, showed a bit of feeling and smirked maliciously. He walked past us both as he looked back at us with the most arrogant smile in Hyrule. "That's what I thought."

After that horrifying incident was over, it was the most agonizingly painful day of my life. I failed my history and chemistry exams, Midna was too angry to even utter a word to anyone, and the heartbreaking discovery that Link, my first love, was a stoic insensitive bastard. I was too embarrassed to even glance at him in fourth block, but it was hard since he sat right in front of me. The demolition of my new home was just the icing on the cake. I used to think that he was the perfect guy, with a steady head on his shoulders and a good personality. But it was my fault for being blind and not seeing him for who he truly was: a jerk. At this point, I just want to curl up in a ball and stay that way till the end of my days. This is just way too much to take in and I don't really feel like crying in front of all these police officers and firemen. I have had enough embarrassment for one day.

An hour after the police and firemen were done investigating the scene, my dad and I tsar the late hour shuttle to a nearby chain hotel in Kakariko, and we purchase a cheap room that we'd have for at least a week with some money we scrounged from guilty neighbors. As soon as we settle in, I immediately crash onto the bed, and wrap myself up within the sheets, just wanting to escape from all my troubles for at least one night.

But little did I know, that tomorrow would be the strangest -and ironically, the most troubling- day of my entire life.

A/N: This is just the beginning folks! This chapter introduced some major characters, like our main heroine, her best friend, and of course the lovely Link. More characters will be introduced throughout the progression of the story, so be patient!

I'd like to thank my beta-reader and dear friend, Kiitsu, for editing this! She is a true talent and I don't know where I'd be without her editing skills and optimistic attitude!

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