Link sat on a bench, in the shade of a large tree in the Royal Gardens. It had been just over a year since he defeated Ganondorf. Princess Zelda had faith that the kingdom would recover quickly. What Princess Zelda had hoped for quickly came true, peace had returned to Hyrule. It had not taken long for the kingdom to recover and for life to go back to normal; even for himself. He had spent much of his time traveling the realm and helping those he could. He visited the Princesses often and the kingdom was at peace but tensions were high for Link. The past month he felt uneasy, he would feel chills and unfounded discomfort. Link knew something was going to happen something new was on the horizon. He just didn't know how to explain a gut feeling to the Princesses or anyone for that matter. He had no justifications for putting value in paranoid feelings. After a month of looking over his shoulder and looking for signs of change or doom he was beginning to wonder if there was any merit to his evidences-less and vague sense of anxiety. He sat across from Princess Zelda as she poured tea into his cup then into her own.
She smiled sweetly at him but soon frowned when she saw the dazed, unfocused look in Link's eyes. "Something wrong Link?"
Link flinched he was startled out of his thoughts "Ah well-" Link straightened his back "I've felt as if something is off for quite a while now. I don't know how to explain it." He plopped a sugar cube in his tea and stirred it not looking at her.
"Are you sick, is that what you mean?" She asked her tea forgotten as her attention focused on him.
"No, I'm fine it's just that-" he paused to consider his words "I've had a recurring feeling that something is wrong I feel that something is going to change and not for the better." He sipped his tea, trying to distract himself from his nervousness. Zelda laced her fingers together as she thought this new information over "This could be a problem, Link it may be a sign from The Goddesses, as you are the Chosen Hero, your instincts and gut feelings are probably accurate. After lunch we will pray to the Goddesses for guidance." She declared and drank her tea.
"What if no sign is given?" Link asked hoping that he would be guided but wanted to know the recourse if he wasn't.
"Then it is something your mind is creating. A few of the soldiers are always carrying feelings of harm, distrust and uneasy. I will help you conquer these feelings if they are unfounded however; I sincerely believe that the Goddesses are communicating to you." She reached and took his hand "If they are sending you on a new quest it is nothing you can't handle. It might be dangerous and frightening but not something you can't overcome. I believe in you Link and so do the Goddesses." She gave his hand a light squeeze before letting go.
He smiled at her "Thank you Zelda."
"You're welcome Link."
Soon after the small discussion lunch was over and the two were able to talk easily about normal, pleasant things and behave as friends. As Zelda said after lunch they prayed to the Goddesses for guidance. They closed their eyes and immediately they knew what must be done; the Goddesses gave an undeniable sign. Together they broke into a run into the castle and went to the King.

Link walked around Kokiri Forest hoping to see Saria he dreamt of her and set out to find her once he woke up, he felt compelled to search for her; as if his feet had a mind of their own he traveled. He found her soon after setting out,calling out to her, "Hey Saria!"
She turned around and smiled when she saw her friend "Heya Link!" she ran to him "are you here to play?" she asked sweetly as she looked up at him.
Link realized that he had grown since last he had seen Saria because she had to look more up at him. It was a sad reminder that he is not a Kokiri but he smiled at her anyways. "Yep!"
"Great! What do you want to do first?"
Link paused to think about it "Let's play tag. Tag you're it!" he taped her shoulder and ran away, laughing.
"Hey, you get back here!" Saria called out and dashed off after Link.
Link and Saria played games for hours and eventually they collapsed on the ground in the forest, laughing. Link closed his eyes and immediately dozed off, Saria smiling at her sleeping friend. She kept on eye on him for a while but wondered off. She believed he would be safe, he is the hero chosen by the Goddesses and the forest had never been safer. Link woke from his sleep, abruptly jarred from a vision. He ran to find Saria and explain everything. He was given a new quest by the Goddesses and he knew he would be gone for a while and he had to say good bye.

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Link was wondering and exploring the surface world. Usually he and Zelda wondered together but today he actually got up early and went off on his own. On his walk he discovered a river and went to it. He sat on the bank and watched as little animals drank from the river. He smiled as the little animals as they played with each other and chattered quietly. The small animals scampered off eventually and Link got up not long after that. Link didn't think of returning home till his stomach growled. "I wonder if Zelda made lunch" he said to himself, mumbling.
Despite the thought he kept walking, deeper into the forest but then he thought of Zelda, she would be worried about him and he felt bad about that so he turned around and started heading home but he still had a strong urge to explore that part of the forest. He decided to go back after lunch and maybe Zelda would come with him this time.

Link smiled as Ordon Village came into view, it was getting dark but he was sure Mayor Bo and Ilia were waiting for him. He didn't have a chance to knock on the Mayor's home when the door slammed open. "Link!" both Bo and Ilia said and embraced him.
"Come in Link and tell us of your adventures!" Bo said loudly ushering the young man inside.
"Father be quiet others are trying to sleep." Ilia snapped. "I made you tea Link, just how you like it."
Link talked, telling of what he had done: the places he visited, monsters he fought and killed, repeat, visit friends, leave and kill monsters repeat. He only got half way through his story when Bo declared he was going to bed and he would make Link a bed, he sent Ilia to bed.
"Good night Link." she kissed his cheek and went to her room.
Bo chuckled "Good night my dear."
"Good night father."
Link went to bed and was satisfied with how comfortable Bo made the floor of his living room. Link closed his eyes and was easily swooped up by sleep. He rested easily, in a deep, dreamless sleep. He awoke first and went for a walk around the village. When he returned breakfast was ready and Ilia running out the door. "Bye Link!"
"Bye" Link said as he waved to her.
"Link come in breakfast is ready and I have something for you." Bo said.
After a meat filled breakfast Bo present Link with a gift of what he called 'traveling supplies' "And I want you to have this." Bo presented Link with a sword.
"I can-t"
"Please don't say that. This is a great sword and you deserve it." Bo put the sword in Link's hand.
After a moment of looking at the beautiful blade he hugged Bo. "Thank you I truly appreciate this."
"You're welcome Link. Now what are you up to today?" Bo asked smiling kindly at the young warrior.
"I'll stick around for awhile. Need any help?"
Link worked with Bo and others all day. Many came to see Link as the word spread that Link was back in the village. Link was happy to see his old friends and he had even missed work that wasn't killing monsters. When Link laid his head down to sleep after a week, sleep did not come easily. Link laid in his makeshift bed awake for nearly an hour. Link awoke in a cold sweet and went to Bo to explain what he knew he must do.

The seven maidens were gathered around as the Links were about to put the Four Sword back to its resting pedestal and become one again. However, the sword would not return to its pedestal.
The Links and Zelda collapsed on the floor but quickly recovered "We can't put it back Princess, we-"
"Yes, I know what you must do go now and try to be safe." Zelda told the Links she turned to the six other maidens "We have a quest from the Goddesses they are needed elsewhere we must do what we can here to support them. " Zelda instructed "Go get whatever supplies you need." Zelda told the boys.
"Right!" The Links said and ran off to gather what they needed before they could begin their new journey.

Link and Tetra disembarked and went ashore very tired after a very exhausting day.
"You all have an hour before we shove off again." Tetra said to her crew. "Link come with me." she ordered.
Link quietly walked with Tetra waiting for her to say whatever she had to say. They walked for nearly ten minutes in silence, they even walked by Link's house but he said nothing, gave her time to think and enjoyed the relaxing sound of the surf in the background.
"So what are you going to do next?" She asked.
"Ah well-" he paused to think for a second "Go back home to grandma and Aryll. I think I'll stay home for a while and train with Orca. What are you going to do next?"
"Well there's always more treasure and adventure to have. There's an island that's suppose to be loaded with treasure, Muriel island is where we're you heard of it?"
Link shock his head "No, do you leave for Muriel island soon?"
"Well I'm not sure. Maybe I'll-" she looked back when she realized that Link was no longer following her but was instead face down in the sand. "Link!" she cried.

After yet another argument with Princess Zelda, Link had packed enough gear to be away from the castle for a week. A week of camping and monster slaying and alone time. Just what he needed and deserved. He sensed something coming his way he withdrew his sword. "Alright some action already!"
A large group of Moblins appeared "Its Link, get him!" one shouted.
Link smirked "Yeah come and get me!" Link made swift work of the dumb monsters and moved on. "A good start to a day, I hope the rest of the day is like this."
Link walked on to his favorite fishing spot and fished for hours and while he didn't catch anything he considered it a success, he had fun and he relaxed. Then he set up his tent, made a fire pit and collected a large pot of water for making soup after he caught something to eat. He was collecting firewood when he heard a scream for help.
"Who was that?" Link ran off in the direction of the scream.
Link found a young woman cowering from a Gohma.
"I got this, don't worry!" Link said and quickly slayed the creature by firing a magic bolt from his sword then stabbed the eye.
"Oh thank you hero, thank you so much!" she wrapped her arms around his shoulders and pecked him on the check "thank you "
Link was grinning obviously very pleased "Hey no problem I am a hero after all." he kissed her hand "Want me to make sure you get home safely?"
"Oh would you? That would be great."
"I'd be happy to" Link bowed "lead the way."
Link escorted the young woman to her home and was rewarded with a kiss on the lips. "Thank you my hero." she said quietly before she shut the door.
Link was a blissful grinning fool a light blush on his face as he made his way back to his camp.

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A six year old boy named Link sat on his mother's lap as she read to him, squeezing in as close as he could to his mother with her big stomach, knowing as her pregnancy went on her belly would get bigger and eventually he would not be able to snuggle up to his mother until after the baby is born. As his mother's gentle voice said the words of his favorite story he felt sleepy and stubbornly tried to not fall asleep and hear the whole story this time.
"Are you tired my sweet?" Link's mother asked pausing in the story.
"No" the boy whined but to his embarrassment yawed.
His mother chuckled "You may protest but you are tired my son which makes it bedtime, come on Link."
Link dressed for bed and his mother continued reading the story and to his great pride he stayed awake to hear all of it. "Good night mama I love you."
Lady Melissa smiled fondly at him "Good night my treasure I love you too."
The next morning mother and son woke, ate breakfast, dress for the day and both felt something was wrong; it upset Link the most. "What is going on Mama? I feel so strange and I don't like it."
"So you feel it too?" Lady Melissa asked quietly to herself "I feel it as well my son but I cannot identify the source. Were going inside Link now." She led her son inside.
"Mama we need to get ready, something is happening. Can you feel that mama? Can you feel the need to get ready for something too?"
"Yes, I can and since I don't know what to prepare for we must be well paired for anything." Lady Melissa said "Link please help me, please get your dagger, your water skin and spare clothes and wait by the door. Oh and fill the water skin get going."
Link quietly obeyed his mother and while he desperately wanted to ask questions he knew not to talk; something was seriously wrong and his mother told him to be quiet when he was told to arm himself. Lady Melissa had a bag filled with dry rations, water, health potions, money and small weapons. "Hopefully we won't need to use these things but it is better to have them and not need them then to need them and not have them." She gently crouched down and embraced him "I love you son always know that."

A young man named Link was visiting his mother who insisted that he must. As they had lunch he kept wondering what the urgency was, what did she have plan?
"Mother, what is wrong? You have been sullen and tense all day."
Lady Sybil put her soup spoon down and looked her son in the eyes "Link there have been troubling signs my son, I worry that we may have to take up swords again. I fear hard times are ahead. This is not just what I feel but all the great seers have foretold dark times."
Link was not one for seers but this belief in impending doom was obviously a real trouble on his mother's mind. "You take up a sword mother? Things can't-"
"Link you may not believe-"
"Mother even if -"
The sky suddenly darkened, the wind howled and blew hot air all around them and as they looked around it become clear it was only affecting them as none of the trees, grass or planets moved at all.
"Now do you believe son?!"
Link was very concerned now "Yes, alright mother we should get inside. Let's go!" he had to shout to be heard as the wind roared and rain flooded down, thunder and lightning raged suddenly.
"Take shelter mother!"
However, the storm ended as soon as the world left his mouth.
"You see my son? Is that not proof enough, was that not the Gods themselves?" Lady Sybil asked her still bewildered son.
"I can not think of any other explanation." he said quietly "Mother you're right something is coming and we must tell all we must be ready for whatever is on its way.
-

Two teens one called Link the other Saddie sat under a tree as they had a picnic date. Link looked nervous because he was and Saddie looked delighted because she was. "
"Want fruit Link?" she asked sweetly holding a pear and peach.
"Thank you." he took the peach and she nibbled on the pear.
When he was done with the peach and tossed the pit away Saddie pressed her lips to his. Link was stunned at first but quickly responded he embraced her and pulled her onto his lap.
"You taste sweet." Saddie whispered and deepened the kiss.
While they were both enjoying the kiss Saddie knew it was a good idea to get off her boyfriend and should slow down the passionate kisses. "I love you my sweet man." she said as she got off of him. She kissed him quickly once more "lay down sweetie and let me be nice to you."
Link laid his head on her lap and she ran her fingers through his hair, gently rubbing his scalp and rubbing his ears. Link loved it with she rubbed his ears, it was so soothing, so relaxing, a good way to cool down. "I love you" Link murmured his eyes closed as he was totally relaxed.
Saddie leaned down and kissed him "I love you too. Want more food?"
He smiled and straightened up "Yes, please."
She put a small chunk of meat to his lips. He gingerly used his teeth to take the food from her. She continued to caress his ears and laughed when he closed his eyes in bliss. "Oh Link you're particularly purring."
He barely opened his eyes and blinked sleepily at her "You're just so nice to me."
Saddie smiled and went back to using her fingers to comb his hair. He closed his eyes again and she assaulted his neck and face with kisses.
"I love you." they said together.
"How about a nap?" Link asked after a yawn.
"Sure let's finish lunch and then a nap." Saddie said.
They ate lunch, occasionally feeding each other or kissing. After lunch they laid out a blanket and curled up together. Unbeknownst to them, as they slept their fates were about to change and their world and many other worlds were about to change dramatically.

Aubrey awoke in a cave, in a lot of pain and soaked in her own blood and somehow alive. The young soldier was in a battle, and now in a cave. She closed her eyes and the memorizes pushed through the terrible headache. She was in a battle, many died and she went to this cave to die quietly and yet she was alive. She forced herself on her feet; she hissed in pain but managed to get to her feet. 'Okay now to get out of here.' She limped in slight pain out of the cave and into the dim light of dusk. She collapsed just outside of the cave. 'Will I still die here?' she wondered. Her vision blurred and her headache reached new highs, tears started to form she took a deep breath and wiped a single tear away. She attempted to stand again to again fall down in a heap. This time the tears were unstoppable she cried till she fell asleep a few minutes later, from both pain and exhaustion.

Thanks again to my fantastic beta reader Theotaku3!