I've always been afraid to write a story for Legend of Zelda because I feel like all of it's fans are really critical of what is done with the story. That being said, this is a romantic, dramatic, extremely fictional fanfiction. If you are one of those people who will only read fanfiction that could actually be produced by Nintendo and put into a Zelda game, this isn't the fic for you. I acknowledge that my romantic and dramatic scenarios would never fly with the fanboys that sit in their mother's basements drinking Mountain Dew. This is a fanfiction so I'll do with the story what I want.
Now all of that is out of the way, welcome! If you haven't finished the game yet, I highly suggest you do so. Breath of the Wild had perhaps more Zelink moments than any other Zelda game, what with her always crying to him and trying to get him to eat a frog...Anyways, this story takes place three years after the game ends, with Zelda and Link entering a relationship and attempting to manage the ever-growing kingdom of Hyrule. Many characters of my own creation will be introduced, so bear with me as I try to entertain all of you fangirls out there who want a good Zelink story. I'll try not to disappoint you!
Please review this first chapter and tell me if you'd like to read more. Thanks!
"When I was seventeen, burden was heavy on my shoulders and I knew of the calamity that was to come. Somewhere deep inside me, I knew that our provisions against Ganon's uprising would prove unsuccessful. I believe that the Gods- Din, Nayru, and Farore- had a plan for Ganon's defeat. That being said, when we try to take matters into our own hands and force our fate to take a different path, our selfish desires will fail without relent. I have learned that things cannot be changed, destiny exists and it is woven into every breath we take. We cannot pray to hear voices that will not sound. We cannot hope for things that go against history...Darkness will always return and lives will always be lost. Of course, the Gods have everything in favor- so light will rise and banish the evil once more. It may take months, it may take one hundred years. Though there are many things that are wasteful to place our faith in, time is not one of those things. It passes, and so will sorrow."
Standing abruptly, I bring my journaling to a halt and I place my charcoal pencil onto my desk. Framed in front of me sits an elaborate mirror, which I stare into with far too much pride.
"Happy twentieth birthday, princess." I mumble to myself, smiling and trying to contain my laughter. Though technically I have been here for far longer that a mere twenty years, I had remained in a time-frozen state since the calamity. A sort of icey chasm had formed inside my soul that kept me from growing old and weary- that is until the hero returned. My spunk and undying hope for the future remained throughout everything, and my endless training finally resulted to more than I could ever imagine. I sealed away the evil- I did that. That being three years ago, Hyrule is thriving once more and peace has returned to my kingdom.
Knock knock knock.
"Zelda? We are making preparations for your-"
"I'll be right out!" I reply to my handmaiden Bulora's soft inquiry, leaning in towards the mirror and adjusting the braids that frame my face. Making sure that my gown is presentable at least, I turn swiftly and exit my bedroom. Bulora stands against the far wall with her hands folded, smiling proudly when she sees my birthday attire.
"Lady Zelda, you do look quite magnificent." She chimes, taking both of my hands into her own. I thank her and we make our way down the main corridor of the castle, managing to weave our way through the crowd of guests. Though I hate being treated any different than the simple girl that I am, the people still cheer and bow in reverence when I pass by. I push my hair out of my face and greet them all with a smile, feeling truly grateful to have such a plentiful kingdom after such a time of tragedy. Though Hyrule had appeared as though it was completely barren of any modern Hylian civilization, many villages housed elders that possessed ancient technology that could efficiently restore our castles and roadways, buildings and stables, and everything that castletown now proudly presents. Recalling the great amount of restoration that was in order, I smile even wider at the people who so willingly offered their helping hands.
"Hurry along, Lady Zelda. There will be plenty of time to thank the Hylians later." Bulora reminds me, taking my hand in hers and pulling me along the next massive corridor.
"Has the council gathered?" I ask, trying desperately to keep up with Bulora's pace.
"Yes, your highness. Everything for your coronation is in order. The people have spoken, and you have proven to be a worthy leader."
"And the Hero?" I lean forwards a bit and quiet my voice, being sure to keep this specific inquiry secret.
"He is waiting at the gates." Bulora says with a smirk on her face, nudging me in the side and teasing me gently. Ignoring her obvious knowledge, I stare forwards and prepare myself to meet with Hyrule's newly appointed Royal Council.
"Council, welcome. I am glad that all of you could assemble today in honor of not only my own birthday- but Hyrule's birthday. It was on this day three years ago that evil was banished from the land, and peace restored by the power of the Goddess."
I stand before a long wooden table, men and women sitting along it's edges and smiling in agreement. The room I stand in was one of the first to be built by the ancient techniques, fashioned to resemble the same council room that my father gathered in before me. With a large glass window behind my back and decorations adorning the walls, this room was certainly fit for a Queen.
"Lady Zelda, If I may." One of the older men stands, asking permission to speak. Nodding my head, he continues. "I think we all can agree that it is a great honor to be here today. My village was small and weak before your rule, and now we are thriving by involving ourselves into Hyrule's developing economies."
Feeling my heart flutter with pride and pure joy, I clasp my hands in front of myself and grin. "I am so glad to hear that, Elder Nohanson. Your village has made an excellent addition to Hyrule." Sitting back down, the man mutters his thanks and nods his head.
"Now, if no one has anything else to add, I will discuss the real reason I've called you all here today." Pausing and waiting for interjection, I then pull out my Sheikah tablet and activate it's ancient power. Reading the notes I had taken earlier, I recite my new plans for the kingdom.
"Firstly, if Hyrule wishes to endure through the ages and become like the kingdom it once was, we must venture out and attempt to establish relationships with neighboring kingdoms. This means that one of you will be appointed to gather a team of delegates and travel to Charleton, the nearest and most developed kingdom. Upon your arrival you will attempt to forge documents signifying the peace and harmony that can remain between Hyrule and Charleton."
Silence looms for a moment and I pray that my notions have been well-recieved. Just then, Elder Linah stands and I grant her permission to speak. "I have experience with Charleton, as I have traveled there in the past to gather shells from their sea. If it is your favor, Lady Zelda, I will lead this expedition."
"I want nothing more than that, Linah. Thank you. You will need to gather four guards and two other castle workers to join you." Accepting my instructions, Elder Linah sits back down and the meeting resumes.
"Lastly, I would like to formally announce that in honor of my father's tradition, today is my coronation day, as I've turned twenty years old and I am old enough to take the position as Hyrule's sovereign Queen."
I watch as the council members then rise from their seats and bow on one knee, showing honor and reverence to royalty. Laughing and thanking them, I urge them all to treat me as though I am their old friend. "Please, I am still just Zelda, no need for the show. Thank you all so much though, thank you for accepting me as Hyrule's Queen." Taking their seats once more, I continue to thank them as they talk among themselves.
"If there is nothing more, this meeting is now adjourned." I say in my most regal voice, still feeling as if being Queen is far too much for my simple mind. If anybody else could have taken my place, I would trade it in a heartbeat. But my duty as Queen Zelda came directly from the fact that I am my father's only heir, and the throne must be assumed by someone of royal blood.
Gathering my thoughts and slipping my Sheikah tablet into the leather strappings around my gown, I exit the council room with my fellow Hylians, trying my hardest to sneak out the back hallway without being noticed by the massive crowd. Managing to do so rather flawlessly, I walk down the eastern corridor with spunk in my step. Reaching the garden house, I push open it's glass entrance and slide past the many plants and glowing flowers that grow in straight lines. At last I spot the back door, leading into the eastern countryard and eventually out of castle grounds. Following it's path and holding my arms at my sides, I reach the eastern gates and feel my excitement growing. There I see Link, waiting against a fence post with a horse's lead rope in his hand. Calling to him and running into his arms, I feel the magnificent relief of escaping my constant responsibilities.