Hey everybody! I'm happy to present the first chapter of my very first fanfic! Any thoughts or criticisms as the story progresses would be greatly appreciated!

Update: Some of you may find the first chapter a little boring if you came looking for action. If so, read on! I promise it's coming up. So, until next time, enjoy! :D

Disclaimer: Unluckily, I do not own the Legend of Zelda or any of the characters. They are all property of Nintendo.

Chaper 1- Mistakes Made

The sun was just beginning to rise as Link opened his eyes; its rays illuminating the countryside. It was just another day here in Ordon Village. Link had been living here all of his life. Well, all of his life that he could remember anyways. He had been told that he had simply shown up on the steps of Mayor Bo's home as a baby. Every now and then Link would wonder about his parents. Things like; who they were, what they were like, and most importantly, why they had left him.

Well I guess it's about time for me to get to Fado's farm. He's probably expecting me to help him tend the goats.

He started to step out of his bed, but then his foot came to rest on something that didn't quite feel like the floor. "What is that?" He looked down to find his foot resting on the stomach of a girl about his age. She had short dirty-blond hair, and a skin tone that nearly matched that of her hair. The girl's name was Illia. She and Link had grown up together and become close friendwe're hey were staying in separate houses until, due to a random unfortunate event, Illia's house had burned down. He had only thought it right to help out his long-time friend. She had been sleeping in a spare room that the villagers had helped Link build onto his house. So,finding her laying on his floor was strange. She had mentioned some sleep walking issues before, but Link wasn't expecting anything like this. He could only imagine the rumors that would spread if anyone saw them those the in the same room. For that matter, he was sure that there were some whispers behind their backs, but he didn't mind.

Umm well this is awkward… He thought as he carefully lifted his foot up.

"Illia. Wake up, Ilia." He bent down and gently aroused the girl from her sleep. She cracked her eyes and looked up at him. "Ahh come on…can't I have like five more minutes?" She said pouting. "Well typically I wouldn't mind, but you're sleeping on my floor, and I still need to get dressed." Link lightly pointed out. Illia's face quickly turned a rather bright shade of pink as she scrambled up off the floor and ran into her room beside of his, barely managing to mumble out an "I'm so sorry!" before shutting her door behind her.

What was she doing in here anyways? Ehh, I'll talk to her about it later, I need to get to work

Link hopped out of his bed, and took a moment to look himself over in his mirror. His ocean-blue eyes shone bright in the morning light, and his golden blonde hair reflected the light as well, giving it a very lively look. "Now if only I felt as awake as I look." He mused to himself.

He walked over to the table beside of his bed and picked up a necklace. It was rather simple in design. It had a tough metal chain and a replica of a bird with its wings outstretched. Link was pretty sure he had seen this symbol before somewhere, but that wasn't the reason he wore this necklace. He made sure to wear this necklace every day because it was the only tie he had to his real family. Mayor Bo had said that it was wrapped up in the blanket that they found him in.

I wonder why they left this with me? He found himself thinking that rather often.

He threw on his work clothes; a simple white top, some baggy brown pants, and some sturdy boots. He then began to make his way out of his house. I should probably tell Illia where I'm going in case she needs me later. He thought as he passed Illia's door.

"Hey I'm going to Fado's to help him with his goats." He said through the door as he walked by. He was pretty sure he heard a response, but didn't really have time to go back and see.

It wasn't that far to Fado's house from Link's tree-house home. In fact, he typically enjoyed the walk. It passed right by the spring. In Link's opinion, the place was beautiful. It was a freshwater spring that was nestled away in a grove of trees. Link would always go there if he ever needed to just relax. He would lay there for hours at a time.

One particular way that Link found himself passing the time was by playing a small ocarina that Illia had given him a few years back. He found that he had become quite good at it. A couple of the children from the village would sit with him sometimes just to listen to him play.

He continued walking until he finally arrived at Fado's house. "Hey Fado! I'm here!" he shouted out across the farm. It wasn't long before a man much larger than Link walked out of the barn, and waved him over. Link walked up to the man, and was quickly lifted up in a suffocating embrace.

"Link, my boy! It's good to see you!" the burly man bellowed. "H…hi Fado" Link managed to squeeze out, while struggling to breathe.

Fado released his hold on Link, and he dropped to the ground. He took a moment to collect himself. "You said you could use some help with the goats today right?" Fado gave a big grin. "That's correct my boy! I just got in a fresh shipment, and these are the largest I've ever seen. So, I really hope you're ready for a long day's work.

Link took a hesitant look around and with a sigh said "Ehh what the hell. It's not like I have anything better to do, and I could use the rupees."

By the goddesses, what did they feed those goats? Those things were massive! Link thought as he walked back to his house that night. I feel like I got into a wrestling match with a Goron. He stretched out his arms trying to ease some of the soreness. Yea, I'm going to feel great tomorrow.

He continued walking until he finally came upon his house. The first things he noticed were the smoke coming out of the chimney, and the wonderful aroma filling the air around his tree-house.

That's odd. Illia is usually asleep by this time of night.

He climbed up the ladder, and paused momentarily at the front door. He hesitantly opened the front door, and was suddenly greeted by Illia. "Hey Link! How are you?! Here let me get those boots for you! Man, you look like you've had a rough day! Here! Come here! Sit down!" Her sudden barrage of questions and statements left Link speechless as he tried to figure out what was going on.

The next thing he knew his boots were off and he was being pulled over to the dining table. He was taken aback by Illia's sudden display of emotion and did as she asked. He looked at her as he sat down. "Umm so what's all this about?"

Illia paused for a moment and then walked over to a pot of stew that was sitting over the fire. Link guessed that it was the source of the wonderful aroma that was filling the room. "I just felt kinda bad about that awkward situation this morning. So, I decided to make you something to eat. I figured that you would be hungry when you got home." Illia said as she stirred the stew.

"Thanks. I really appreciate it. I am pretty hungry." Link replied, not really sure of what else to say. Illia broke into a big smile and sat a bowl of the stew in front of him that she had prepared while he was talking. He smiled at her and then began to eat.

Wow! This is really good! I never knew that she could cook this well. I mean, she hasn't been staying here long, but now that I think of it I've never seen her cook. As he was thinking to himself Illia had sat down across from him at the table.

"So how's the stew? It's actually made from some local Deku Baba. Who would have guessed that once you got past the short tempers and sharp teeth they actually taste good?"

Link chuckled in reply. Wow. She must really feel bad about this morning. It really wasn't that big of a deal. Wait, unless there's something else going on?

"Link, I just really wanted to tell you how grateful I am for you letting me stay here."

And here it comes...

After my house was struck by lightning during that storm I wasn't sure what I would do. So thank you Link. I truly mean that."

The next thing that happened shocked Link. Before he could react Illia had reached over the table and pulled him into a kiss. His eyes widened in surprise. Woah! Didn't see that coming. Umm…what to do? What to do? I'm sorry Illia...I need some time to think about this.

Just as quick as it began Link broke off the kiss, got up from the table, and walked into his room and shut the door behind him.

He had grown to love her as a friend, and he didn't want to ruin what they had. He had heard of too many people falling apart after trying to take their relationship to the next level. He cared for her, he truly did.

He leaned back against the door and slid down it until he was sitting of the floor with his back resting on the door.

Dammit! What was she thinking?! What was I thinking? I probably just broke her heart… He pressed his hand against his forehead, and slammed his other fist into the ground.

By the goddesses! Maybe I should go apologize…No I should let things cool off first. She probably doesn't want to see me right now. As if in reply to his thought he heard the front door of his house slam, and the sounds of someone climbing down the ladder.

Well…I guess that rules out apologizing right now. Well, I guess I'll just apologize in the morning. I'll surprise her this time. I'll make her a nice breakfast. I just needed some time to clear my head and think. Geez, you really could have figured out a better way to handle that. Great going Link… He let his head fall forward into his hands as he sat there against the door, and drifted off to sleep. A single thought drifting through his mind.

Tomorrow...Tomorrow, I'll make this right.