Link couldn't believe what he saw. There was a fire, in the distance. He didn't know where it was, but it seemed far away. An explosion? What could it have been? It was so ear- piercing, but it was far away? This seemed oodly strange.
Link grabbed a lantern that was hanging out his door, and headed outdoors.
He saw Cherry, with herself enclosed in a wool blanket. She too, had a lantern, and was awaken by the mysterious, dreary sound.
"Link," Cherry whispered. "Did you hear that noise?"
"Yes, I think it came from far away." He was still a bit startled.
"At least it wasn't here. But we gotta check just in case." Cherry recommended.
"I don't think walking in a huge forest at night is a good idea," Link said.
"Come on! We need to see if our village is safe. Lets just make sure it is. Please, Link?" She begged.
"Fine, but not for too long. I have to work in a few hours."
Link grabbed Cherry's hand, and lead her into the dark forest.
The only source of light the had was the two lanterns and the moonlight. They walked by the lake, and parts of the forest.
"I don't see anything." Link inquired. "Let's go."
"Link, how about the outer region?" Cherry asked.
"No. It's dangerous over there." Link responed.
"Please? What if the 'boom' came from there, and the fire slowly spreads? The forest is full of wood, don't you remember?"
Link bit his lip. It was risky, but she had a point.
"Okay, only for a few seconds." He sighed.
The outer region was the deepest part of the woods. Not a single person knew what was there, some claim that there was strange, treacherous beings. Others claim that it holds secrets.
But who knows what actually lies in the depths of the forest?
The entrance to the Outer Region consisted of a tall gate, and a vast bridge. Unfortunately, the gates were locked. He had forgotten the Mayor held the key.
"Looks like it's the end of the line for us," Link said.
"Let's just go back then, " Cherry responded. "It seems as if everything is fine here."
"Yeah, the explosion must've been somewhere else. Maybe a bomb went off somewhere." Link chuckled.
Hand in hand, they headed back toward the village. It was three in the morning, and they were both extremely tired.
"I don't want to work tomorrow," Link complained.
"I know baking is boring, but if you work hard, maybe your grandma will give you more days off." Cherry said.
"If she's nice, I suppose."
"I'm sure sh-"
Cherry stopped in the midst of her words. She looked around curiously, as if looking for something.
"Do you feel it?" She asked.
Link stood very still. He felt ground shaking beneath his feet, and heard slight thundering noise. An earthquake?
"I do. Tonight is full of surprises."
Cherry ran across the woods, in search for the source of the sound.
"Cherry, where are you going?" Link yelled.
"Checking it out! I think it's getting closer!" She yelled back.
Link sped to catch up with her. Cherry stopped at the entrance to the woods, and stared in utter shock.
"Oh my..." she whispered.
Link stared at the sight. Horses with men. They carried weapons and blades of all sorts. They were approaching quickly. Why would an army come here in the midst of the night? Only people who-
"Invaders!" Cherry claimed. "We have to warn the village!"
Link and Cherry ran to the Village, as quickly as they could. The thundering became louder, and you could hear galloping of the horses. An army came for them.
Link despratley knocked on doors, hoping to startle civilians awake.
"Invaders!" Cherry screamed. "Wake up, wake please!" Her cry was desperate.
Link ran into his house and into Ruby's room, shaking her wide awake.
"What?!" Ruby groaned.
"Go to the basement. Hide. Just make sure you are safe with grandma." Link told her.
"Wait, why?" She asked.
"Just go there. It's gonna be fine," he assured her.
"How about you? What are you doing?" she asked.
"Don't worry about me. Just listen to my words," Link then ran off outside.
Cherry didn't succeeded in warning the villagers.
"They think it's a practical joke. What shall I do?"
Link responded, "I'll get them up and safe. You need to hide, until everything is clear and okay."
It was too late to do that. The horse and men were entering the village. Upon closer inspection, they wore the crest of the dark rebels on their uniforms... They were the rebels...
Cherry and Link stood frozen still. They had no clue of what danger they were in.
The horses ran into Link, knocking him down with incredible force.
"Link!" Cherry screamed.
Link was paralyzed for a moment. Shock went through his body, his feet were tingling. Cherry ran towards him and helped him up. She handed him her wooden sword.
"You're better than me, anyway. They're here to hurt us."
The men raided into the homes, screams rose into the foggy night. They were dragging out girls from their homes.
"Let them go!" Cherry yelled. She ran to a horse and pushed a man off.
Link ran towards her, making sure she was okay.
"Cherry, you need to-"
"AH!"
Link turned, and there he saw Ruby, being forced and taken from his home. His sister was being captured.
"Help!"
Link bolted towards his only sibling. Oh how upset he was. Why did these men want the girls?
"Let my sister go!" Link screamed.
The man who took his sister knocked him down with his left foot. Link fell to the ground, more hurt than he already was.
"Ruby. .."
Link stood and limped towards her. But it was too late...
Cherry approached Link.
"They've taken almost every girl in the village."
"Including Rub- Watch out, Cherry! "
Cherry ducked just in time, one man tried to slash her with a sword. She gasped for air.
"Oh no, you didn't.." She growled.
"Cherry, control yoursel-"
She snatched the sword out of Link's hand, and ran towards the man who tried to injure her.
"You bloody bastard!" She attacked him, swaying her sword towards his shoulder. The man dodged, took his own weapon, and broke the terrible wooden sword.
Cherry hesitated, and laughed nervously.
"Uh, heh, heh?"
The man grabbed her wrist.
"If you aren't the princess of Hyrule, you'll make a great servant for Henrad's kingdom... heh." He chuckled. Cherry coughed, for his breath was foul.
"Let her go!" Link said.
The man in response forced Cherry on his horse, secured her so she couldn't escape, and let his horse kick Link with hind legs.
He flew. Literally flew towards the walls of the houses.
His stomach and back bruised, Link couldn't stand. He gave up. There was nothing he could do. All was lost. His mind was dreary.
"Link!" Cherry screamed. He could not help her. He saw the army take capture others, and rode out of the village. He couldn't do a single thing. Link felt fuzzy, his mind blanked. His whole body seemed to shut off, and feel numb. His eyes closed, and he fell into unconsciousness.
The Prophecy
From time to time,
now and then,
a hero is destined
to save the land.
He shall go through valleys,
and mountains vast,
cross great rivers ,
and break the dark cast.
Today my hero,
you rise once more,
to save my Hyrule
from despair once more.
The Rebel prince,
has vowed revenge,
It's time
to end this mess.
However hero,
you will not be alone,
I sent you someone
to guide your journey.
She has the kindness of a child,
Eyes of the sea.
Her heart is tender, her love is stern
She's an amazing companion, you can endure.
Times will be tough
Pain will be felt
but always know you are the one
that can save us all.
It's time for the spirit
of the hero in you
to awaken
and fufil destiny.
Rise up, Link!Time is running out.
He is trying to make slaves of my people
Hurry before the land is engulfed in darkness...