The Book of the Goddesses
A/N: Hiya everyone. I should be doing homework right now… but I'll pass. Well, here's the first chapter for you and I hope you enjoy =D
Disclaimer: I do not own TLOZ and I never will. Until I find a way to, Nintendo will be its rightful owners.
Chapter 1: Lycoris' Find
Days went by, quickly passing with the same thoughts in mind. Everyone was the same. They even seemed to forget about the darkness that once spread a year ago. They acted as if it was nothing but a small issue in their lives. Though many believed so, few actually continued to remember what had happened and they begged the Goddesses that darkness would stay away from their lives.
Link lay quietly on his bed, looking up at the wooden ceiling. Still, despite his friends' attempts to cheer him up, he would not forget about what happened a year ago to that very day. The day that Midna left. Her words rang in Link's ears like they always had, bringing unwanted sorrows to him. He missed her. Her impish smile and they way she had talked to him. Her red eyes and her hair; the way she looked when angry and confused. Everything about the Twili Link missed.
She didn't have to leave, though. Did she really not care enough for the Realm of Light to keep the Mirror of Twilight complete?
Link closed his eyes and listened to the noises that came from outside. Birds were chirping happily and the children were playing. Then he heard Fado's voice, most likely wanting Link to go herd the goats. The man was too lazy to do it himself, now wasn't he? Continuously, he would shout to Link who ignored him and he eventually let out a sigh and left.
Right now, did life really have a purpose? Link wondered. The love of his life left him and to top it off, he never could tell her how he felt. He closed his eyes and thought of the times when they were traveling together. When she appeared in front of him for the first time as an imp, when they restored the light spirits, when they arrived at the Twilight Realm and destroyed Zant, and when the saved Zelda. But, that was all in the past. Unfortunately, the memories of the past refused to leave.
Link jumped up when a knock sounded from his door. He walked over reluctantly and opened it to come face-to-face with one of Zelda's messengers. The messenger was a young man, with black hair and a curious expression. When Link opened the door, the messenger shoved a letter into his face, and then bounded away as if in a hurry.
"Uh, thanks?" Link said softly. He looked at the letter and sighed. It was definitely from Zelda for it had the crest of the Royal Family on it, or, as Link chose to call it, the Triforce symbol. He slowly opened the letter and bit his lip when he saw the princess handwriting.
Dear Link,
I would like you to come to the castle tonight; there is something I have to give you. But, if you cannot make it, then, send notice to me as soon as you can. It is not exactly urgent but I would like you to come. Well, with that said, thank you in advance. There is also someone I would like you to meet.
May the Goddesses be with you, Zelda
Link smiled softly and grabbed a traveling cloak that Uli had made for him during the winter. But now, the material was worn down from being worn so many times that the material was just right for using in the spring.
He jumped down to the ground, not bothering to use the ladder that was there for climbing purposes, and mounted Epona who was standing beside her usual tree. They rode past Ordona's spring, past the Faron Woods, and over the great fields to the castle that stood proudly in the distance. He pushed Epona into a full gallop and smiled softly as the wind blew in his face. It was good for him to see Zelda, now, she was the only one Link dared trust.
Approaching the castles northern entrance he slowed Epona to a stop. "Go on back to Ordon," he said to her. Epona neighed in what seemed agreement and Link dismounted his mare. He walked over the bridge to the small clearing that overlooked Lake Hylia. He passed the small fountain and climbed the stairs that led to Castle Town's southern gate.
Walking into the town, much more people could be seen running around and doing whatever they were. The dogs on the streets ran up to Link scenting the wolf that he once was and wagged their tails happily. Merchant stands were set up all around, selling or performing. The end of winter brought travelers to Hyrule -ready to trade and sell- which was why it was so crowded at that time.
Link walked through the center of the town to the castle's gates. A guard tapped his spear off of the ground and looked at Link.
"What is your business?"
"I have been invited by Zelda. I have a letter if you would wish to see it."
The guard looked over at his companion who shrugged. He looked up and shouted something to a second guard who nodded before he opened the large gates. "Go on," the first guard said. "The princess is waiting."
Link nodded and walked through the gate. He headed over the small bridge and pushed open the second gate to the one of the castle yards. Closing the massive gate behind him, he heard a child's voice.
"Could I climb that, Princess? I bet I could make it! My mother taught me to do things like that, y'know."
"To climb up grand statues? Ah, I think not, Lycoris. And- Link?!"
Link turned around to face Zelda who was wearing her robe and a young girl with bright red hair and brown eyes with a slight tint of red. At sight of the girl, Link's heart skipped a beat. She looked like Midna…
"Link?" Zelda asked, noticing the hero's trance.
Link's eyes looked up at the princess and he bowed down low. "It is-"
"Stand up, Link," she interrupted before he could finish. "And I have told you this the previous times we have crossed paths: Do not call me Princess. Call me Zelda."
"Yes, Prin- I mean Zelda. Why did you ask me to come here?"
Zelda smiled and the girl named Lycoris' eyes studied Link curiously. "You're a farmhand," she blurted out. "I've always wanted to know how to farm!" Lycoris ran over to Link and looked up at him. "Do you happen to have a horse, Sir?"
Link laughed and nodded. "Yes, I do."
"Lycoris, allow our guest to have some room," Zelda said to the girl.
She sighed and rolled her head at Zelda. "Fine…"
"Well, you have met Lycoris, Link. That was one of the reasons why I wished you to come. The second is I want you to have something. Come." Zelda turned to her castle and walked inside with Lycoris and Link following close behind.
She led them through many hallways and all the servants the spotted the trio either bowed to their princess or thanked their hero. But they ignored Lycoris as if she weren't their. It was because the Council did not approve of their princess taking in children, Zelda explained to Link, loud enough so only he could hear. Zelda walked a bit further onward and then paused at a wooden door. A smile was on Lycoris' face and she ran in before Zelda and Link.
"Go on," Zelda said to Link who nodded in thanks.
The room ended up being a library, with shelves and shelves of old books. Lycoris ran throughout the isles sometimes pausing to find Zelda and Link. She would smile as she ran around, looking at all of the books, and laugh childishly as she called to the hero and princess to join her.
"I assume this is her favorite place?" Link said with a raised eyebrow.
Zelda nodded and watched Lycoris disappear in and out of the isles. "Her mother is a traveler, or so the child said, and she was left behind on accident. I found her not even three days ago, sitting on the streets with tears in her eyes. So I brought her in. We should find her mother, Link. But, before we do, I wish to give you something." Zelda reached inside one of the pockets of her robe and pulled out a small box. She handed it to Link and said, "Here."
Link took the box slowly and rubbed his fingers against the velvet cover. Opening the box, his expression turned sorrowful. In the box lay a small orange and black colored opal. He closed his eyes and picked up the stone. "I- Thank you."
Zelda smiled softly and nodded. "I thought that it would help a little. I had a smith make a golden chain for it, Link. It still is not finished though."
"How long could it take for a simple chain to be forged? It is gold, Link. And I gave direct orders that it be made perfectly."
"Thank you… Zelda."
"Hey!" shouted Lycoris from somewhere in the library. "Come here! Can you read this to me?!"
Link and Zelda ran to where Lycoris was to see her standing on a ladder with a book open in her hands.
"Don't fall!" Zelda said to her.
She looked down and jumped with a thud beside them. "I'm fine, I'm fine. Here, this book is in funny old writing. I cannot decipher it."
Zelda took the book and opened it to a random page. "I've never read this one before…" She read it curiously and her expression turned thoughtful. "Lycoris, I do not believe I can read this to you."
The young girl's expression turned hurt and she looked up sadly at the princess as if hoping the face would change her mind.
"I am sorry. Why don't you go find another book? I will happily read it to you if you cannot." Zelda turned to Link whose arms were crossed across his chest. "It-it is about the Goddesses, Link. All of the books about them are locked up. I do not see why this is here."
"Maybe someone was reading it and misplaced it."
"No, it could not be possible. The only one who could read books of the Goddesses are those of the Council but they must be escorted by me and only me. This book must have been hidden in the shelves so no one could find it. But, Lycoris did."
"Zelda, it is just a book, it is not the end of the world."
The princess bit her lip and nodded, seeming to try to assure herself. "Yes, yes. But, I would like to read this." She turned to head out of the library but then paused. "Link, if you do not mind, would you wish to stay at the castle for the night? I will have a maid arrange a room for you."
"If that is what you wish, then of course," Link replied with a bow.
Zelda smiled and shook her head. "You did not tell anyone you were coming, did you?"
"Of course not."
She sighed and headed out of the room. "You may read whatever you like," she called as she disappeared through the door.
"Hey." Link looked down to see Lycoris tugging at his shirt. "Can you read me something in the ancient language?"
Lightwolf8: hi everyone. Well, there is my first actual chapter to this story and I hope you enjoyed it. If you did, please review and tell me what you thought. Constructive criticism highly welcomed. Any ideas are as well. Well then, bye for now.