Alrighty, so I'm going to also be writing zelink one shots here as well :3
practice makes perfect right? Enjoy guys 3
"Kiss Me"
(TP Zelink)
It had been several weeks since Zelda and Link had their first encounter with each other from the time of the twilight invasion had dissipated. A princess who would soon be queen to Hyrule, and a hero from humble estates now shared the same fate of carrying two of the triforce shards of courage and wisdom.
After making sure Zelda was in safe hands, Link had soon returned home to make sure all the children and towns folk were safe and well. However, Link had ultimately decided to return to Hyrule and leave behind with a heavy heart his small country home in Ordon. Link knew his true destiny was with Princess Zelda.
The majority of Hyrule's damage was healing ever so nicely, only a few minor complaints of scattered debris in Castle Town that Hyrule's soldiers and workers would have no trouble fixing, allowing the princess to spend time with Link.
Link held the reins of Epona as he walked in front along with Zelda as they were exchanging warm smiles as the princess reminded Link to address her by her first name. The pair decided to spend their leisure time near a wooded area near the castle, it was especially known for its trees to grow freshly red crisp apples.
They stopped nearby a tree that held its fruitful harvest gathering the ripest apples they could find. Link offered Epona a whole apple, eating it wholeheartedly neighing in approval, before she decided to graze in a patch of grass nearby. Link and Zelda rested beside the bark granting them shade from the sun's rays.
"Your stories of your journey are remarkable. It must have been a big step for you to take from country paradise to taking up sword and shield" Zelda said that in a guilt ridden tone than a compliment, she had felt Link's concerned eyes on her,
"Although I'm sure it was a big adventure, since you were birthed with the triforce of courage, you hold an unbreakable spirit" the princess regained her composure granting Link a sincere smile as she was quick to cover up her brief sadness with reassurance.
Link felt it again.
He felt it the first and second time he laid eyes on the princess' beauty, during his accursed wolf form and after she regained her 'light' from Midna in the throne room, just minutes before Ganondorf had interrupted Zelda's smile. He wasn't sure if it was only him, but he felt something warm and familiar in his chest.
Link had especially held the thought of the Princess of Hyrule very close to his heart during his trials of twilight with Midna. It soothed him immensely and gave him purpose. Zelda's compassion seethed through her sorrow, Link wanted nothing more than ever to bring back the light of day just to see the princess smile the same one he was witnessing before him right now.
Zelda had two apples daintily on her lap as she held the third red apple to her lips and bit into crisp fruit allowing some of the juices to moisten her lips. Link caught himself starring as he flusteredly bit down into his own apple receiving an airy giggle from her highness.
Link felt his ears grow hot and had hoped the princess didn't notice. He hadn't become aware of how close they sat next to each other and wondered if Zelda didn't mind the lack of personal space.
Link supposed it was due to his strong need to protect the princess. Even though he'd never been acquainted with her his entire life. He just knew deep down he wanted to protect her, even if there was no current immediate danger. The thought of her safe and happy kept his soul at ease.
"Link" Zelda softly called to him as his attention diverted from the top of the trees to the jewels of her eyes,
"Thank you, again, for everything" their eye contact lasted for what he thought a good minute as Zelda shyly broke it and brought her gloved fingers to her lips to conceal another embarrassed smirk,
"You must grow tired of me saying my thanks continually," she thought out loud,
Link shook his head, "N-no, not at all. Please it's no trouble" he exhaled, growing a shy smile of his own, trying not to make her feel so troubled with simple 'thank yous' from time to time.
He then noticed the princess had a moist crumb from the apple she bit on the corner of her mouth near her cheek.
Zelda suddenly felt a warm, rough hand on the side of her face, letting out a small gasp of surprise as Link used his thumb brush away the apple. However the warmth of his hand did not leave Zelda's face as he continued to slowly brush the softness of her skin.
Link became quite mesmerized by her parted lips feeling himself inching closer as she whispered two words that graced his ears feeling them grow hot again,
"Kiss me..." Zelda softly spoke,
Link wasn't sure if he heard right, but did as he was commanded by his princess as he brought her face closer to his, the space between them no longer existing, sharing a tender first kiss with the subtle taste of apple and cinnamon.
They parted their lips but their faces kept close and still, the kiss was short-lived but it made their hearts soar.
"If I may already be so bold, Zelda, may I have another kiss?" Link uttered, leaving little space between their faces,
To Zelda, Link smelled of sun-ripped mulberries, rich and wild like he was.
"You may" Zelda replied with a shy smile,
Link hadn't realized how fast he reacted as he gripped her shoulders causing him to collide with her allowing her hands to cup his chin sharing their second kiss under the apple tree.
Fairly short - duh it's called 'one-shots' anyways, i'm a sucker for this pairing - their classic love is just so appealing 3 until the next one shot you guys :)
Gabzgirl xoxo