Author's Notes: One year ago, I started 'Separated Lovers'. Now I bring you the sequel! I'm hoping this story will come out longer and by the ideas that are flying through my mind, it most likely will. The only bad thing is that school will be longer this year, so I'll update slowly. I just want to warn you all that it will take time for me to update as I've got other stories I work on as well as a lot of schoolwork (once school starts). This story's going to hold a lot of surprises (hopefully). The reason why it's called what it is… Well I'm sure you'll have fun finding that out for yourself. Well anyway, I hope you enjoy this prologue to Blood of the Moon.

Disclaimer: I don't own Link or anything else from the games. Nintendo has the honor to own it. I also don't own the quote. However, I own Celestria as well as my OCs…

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"Delay in vengeance gives a heavier blow."

John Ford

Prologue: What You've Done

"I present to you the ancient blade of the Twilight Realm, the Twi Blade. It's said to be extremely powerful. On top of that, the sheath is beautiful. Imagine how beautiful the blade within is. And how powerful you shall be once you wield it." The sword, still sheathed, was handed over.

"Have you tried to draw it?"

"No. I'm loyal and I want to make sure your eyes are the first to look upon the blade. It was easy enough to steal. Devincha's daughter isn't too good at protecting her treasure." Snickers echoed within the hall.

"Good." A nod of approval. "Now I will draw this mighty blade, so all will acknowledge me as king." A hand wrapped around the hilt of the sword.

"…Why haven't you pulled it out yet?" More tugging on the sword.

"It's not budging! What trickery is this! What did you do to it?" Sweat started beading down the spy's face.

"I didn't do anything. I said I never touched it. I didn't bewitch it."

"Silence! This blade is useless to me. Something keeps it from allowing me to draw it…"

"What do you suggest to do, my lord?" A small bow of his head.

A sadistic grin covers his face, one that unnerves the spy. "What are you planning? My king… What do you-?!"

Screams in the dark.

"Get this useless body away from me." A swish of a cape as he walks away.

Twin eyes gleam in the shadows. "My poor brother… He shall be avenged."

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"Mama, mama! I don't wanna go into the forest. It's scary." The whines of a child.

"Quiet down, sweetie. It isn't safe at our house anymore."

"Why?"

"I will explain all when you grow up. For now, run." For a while, silence is present except for the patter of feet and the breaking of twigs.

"Mama… I'm tired." The little one is slowing.

"…I'll carry you."More silence.

"Where's uncle? Is he okay?"

"He's… in another place."

"Oh." More silence as the child comprehends this.

"Is uncle why we're running?"What a smart child.

"Yes. Now quiet down, sweetie." Silence until the yells of soldiers reach them.

"Mama… I'm scared."

"Just keep quiet." The yells are getting closer and her feet are starting to hurt. A sharp pain shoots through her back and the child lets out a squeak of fear.

"I need to tell you something."

"I thought we were supposed to stay silent." So adorable.

"This is important. Listen carefully. Keep running straight until you get to an entirely black tree. One with no markings on it. Got it?"

"Black tree, no markings… What's happening, Mama?"

"Once you get there, someone will come up to you. He has green hair, you can't miss him. Follow him. Now I'm going to put you down and keep running. Don't look back."

"Mama… What's happening? What about you?"

"I'll be fine. Just do what I said and he will explain everything to you when he thinks you're ready."

"I'm ready now, Mama."

"Not now, sweetie. Later… Can you listen to me?"

"…Yes Mama."

"Now go and don't look back." The child's feet touch the ground. The pattering of small footsteps is fast and she slows down.

The child can't help it. One glance back when 'mama' screams. "Mama!" Red everywhere and soldiers coming.

"Mama… I will help you." With that, the child continues running with the image in mind.

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"Can you tell me now?" So impatient… I hate that she'll change.

"Fine… Now listen carefully as this story is important."

"Okay!" A bright response to hear such a grim story. I want to take back the promise of telling her.

"This story has been passed down through our ancestors for hundreds of years. Now that you have reached your 13th year, I shall tell you this story." Two eyes are watching in interest.

"It's about why we live here, isn't it?" What a smart child… Just like me.

"Yes it is. Now pay attention and no distractions." The child nods once.

"Alright."

"What did I say? No speaking." Another nod, but followed with no sounds. "Good. Now we shall begin…"

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"You can't blood bound people! It's evil." A snarl rose from her voice. He only laughed.

"Oh really… Dear sister… Blood bonding has always been a part of our world. You cannot deny it. It is an act of loyalty and fealty to one's lord, not an evil ceremony."

"Not when the guard doesn't wish to be blood bound. Do not do this!"

"You defend this meager boy… His uncle has given him to me. I do what I wish with the boy."

"You're making a big mistake."

"…Have you fallen for this boy?" The smirk on his face was large.

"What?! No… I just don't want his life to be wasted on something he doesn't want."

"Sure, sure… That's the only reason." Laughter, laughter taunting her.

"Stop it! No blood bonding! Now stop it or else!" Magic glows in her hands.

"You really want to fight? Ha, what a joke." Magic leaves her hands and hits into him.

"You call yourself a king. What type of king are you if you blood bond those who do not want it?"Another shot of magic towards him.

"You dare fight me! Your own brother." The smirk is replaced by a frown.

"You will not blood bound this boy. If you do, it'll be the last thing you do." Mocking laughter.

"I don't think I'll listen to you." His back is to her now. Her eyes narrow.

"Fine… You leave me no choice. Sorry, brother." Magic shoots out of her hands and hits him to the ground. "I'm sorry… I didn't want to kill you."

"You kill me?!" He laughs. "Not likely." Magic surrounds her.

Screams echo in the throne room. He lowers his head.

"I cannot kill you, sister dear… However, you are banished forevermore from here. Now run while you can. Run far, far away."

She pants, knowing she cannot win this. The boy will be blood bound, no matter what she does. She has lost, he has won. All is lost. Eyes narrowed, she stands in defiance. Defiance is all that she has left for now.

"You cannot banish me…" A confused expression enters his face. "I choose not to be part of this kingdom. I will live without anyone ruling over me and you will never boss me around again. I will never come back here again. Good-bye brother. I hope you burn." She snarls.

"Bye-bye sister dear."

That is the last the kingdom sees of her.

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"This is so easy! The throne will fall soon." Magic is sparkling around her entire body.

"Be careful, my child. Do not overuse your power."

"Don't worry. I'll be fine." Not as much joy in her voice… There used to be more. Now her voice is more determined.

"I know. You are the first to hold the power that will take the family down. I have never seen it in anyone else except for your father."

"My father… I miss him."

"So do I."

"He would be proud of me and my power, right?"

"He would be proud of whatever you have become."

"So will you?"

"Of course… Please don't make mistakes. Don't get yourself killed." Tears stream down and splatter on the ground. "I don't care if you win or not. Just come home safely."

"I shall win. I shall kill the entire family for what they have done." The familiar angry voice from her. Why can't she be happy again?

"Just come home."

"I promise I will, mother."

"Good…"More tears fall.

"Do not cry, mother. I will be fine." Magic envelopes her form and she begins stepping away. "I love you, mother."

"I know… I love you too. Good-bye child." Fast footsteps make me raise my face. She is gone.

Whisperings reach me. Whisperings from her as she speaks to herself. She forgot how good my hearing is.

"The royal family of Celestria shall fall one by one."

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Author's Notes: Wow, this was really fun to write. It was fun to write a prologue in a different fashion. These are all flashbacks if you couldn't tell. Don't worry; Midna will come in the next chapter. I hope these flashbacks make you wonder what will happen and I hope it was mysterious enough. Well, reviews are appreciated.

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