NOTE: Spoilers from DLC: BALLAD OF CHAMPIONS and BOTW MEMORIES
"Welcome, Welcome" King Dorephan said in a mighty voice, "I on behalf of all the Zora thank you for defeating Calamity Ganon saving us all" Zelda Smiled "Now that calamity Ganon is dead, we must come together once again and build hyrule up from the ruin" The King let out laugh "Wonderful, We will help our close friends with anything they need" The princess smiled and bowed "Thank you King Dorephan" The king turned to me "Ahh, Link, welcome back to you as well Sidon will be pleased to see you" Zelda turned back to me "Speaking of Link…" she paused "His memory is still not back, and I'm sure there's much you could tell him about her to stir up his memories" The king smiled "Yes, I would like to talk about her life, it has been awhile since we've brought some light and happiness into this Domain. But we must locate Sidon he would be saddened to not be here as well." He pointed his fin up " HE should be up there with Vah Ruta is" Zelda looked up "Oh yes! That's right! We shall investigate Ruta as well.. And will be back shortly come Link, lets go" I followed zelda up to the top of the waterfall.
There was Sidon he's hands on his hips staring out to Vah Ruta so serious in thought. "Ah! Link! Princess Zelda! He came rushing at us with arms open as he gave us a hug "Have you come up here help? Vah ruta has been acting up lately as you can see" we looked at the mighty Devine beast, her legs had given out and it was resting on its belly Zelda brought up the sheikah slate "Yes Sidon we are, but first we came to talk to you and your father about Mipha" Sidon looked at me. "Link, would you come here, for just a moment?" he walked into Mipha's room, her bed still made, her perfumes and decor were untouched after all these years. Sidon handed me a small book, blue leather bound with ancient Zora writing on the bind and front "Thats Miphas diary, I found it while I was...gathering things from her room.. I looked at zelda her back was turned as she was frustrated turning and typing on the slate. Sidon laughed "I will help the princess, You should read it...she would of wanted that" I looked down at the diary and
I opened to the first page
"At the request of Hyrule's King, a group of outsiders came to greet us at the domain, to help us with the construction of the Damn One of them was a Hylian child of only about four years of age. His name was Link. He made quite a first impression. He was curious and full of energy, with a ready smile. Are all Hylian children that way? One thing that surely sets him apart is his swordsmanship, which I hear is exceptional. He has even bested adults. He must be somewhat reckless, however, as he was covered in bruises. Wishing to be helpful, I healed his wounds for him. It must have been his first time seeing healing magic, as he looked up at me with big, round eyes. It was...adorable."
"Link I caught playing in the water with Sidon, splashing each other Sidon took it too far though and hit link with a mudball! I laughed so hard. Link than stomped his feet and proceeded to jump in after Sidon. I stopped him Immediately of course, the current for a young hylian boy would surely take him right away. As I wiped the mud off his face, his big eyes and scrunched face, he became so special to me.
Link…
"A Divine Beast was excavated from Zora's Domain. This one is called Vah Ruta. The first time I laid eyes on Ruta, I was surprised by how cute it was. It's so big and round, with a long, awkward nose. According to the Sheikah who found Ruta, Divine Beasts require someone worthy to control them. It's fun to imagine someone piloting this enormous beast in the distant past. I wonder who will have that honor next."
"Link came to visit the domain. It feels like forever since he was here last. He no longer resembles the child I first met. He is now an accomplished knight and keeper of the sword that seals the darkness. I am so proud. However... He hardly speaks anymore, and smiles even more rarely. He is still the kind soul I knew, but something has changed. I asked him if something had happened, if something was wrong. He merely shook his head. Perhaps it is his newly acquired height, but I feel he is ever looking past me, into the distance beyond..."
"The princess of Hyrule paid special visit to the domain. She asked me if I would agree to pilot a Divine Beast. She told me she needs my help to face the Calamity. My heart knew at once what to do. I agreed without reservation. Calamity Ganon must not be resurrected. If he is, there is no way to ensure the safety of my people, or of anyone. I do not know what will happen. All I know is that if there is anything I can do to help, I must try. I must protect Hyrule. There is also that...the Divine Beasts are meant to assist the chosen hero when he faces Ganon. In this way, I can help Link."
"Link came to visit me. It had been ages. I told him the Lynel of Ploymus Mountain has been terrorizing everyone lately. When I said that, he started walking toward the mountain, without a word. Spellbound, I followed him there. When we were almost there, he told me to turn back. He insisted he would be fine on his own. I stubbornly stayed. While I argued, the Lynel attacked us from behind! I was sure we had met our end. How silly of me to doubt. With a sure hand and a fierce gleam in his eye, Link unsheathed the sword that seals the darkness and defeated our foe. His swordsmanship was swift and graceful. I was fascinated by the beauty of his movements. Though I should have been terrified, I could not help but feel safe in the presence of my dear friend. His kindness and determination to help those in need... His strength and skill... My heart is drawn to his. I am doomed. The last beautiful move Link performed on the mountain is called a Spin Attack. Perhaps I will attempt it with my spear."
"Father has finally given his blessing for me to pilot the Divine Beast. The threat of the Calamity can no longer be ignored. Father said the Zora must play their part. He seemed on the brink of tears when he made me promise to return unharmed. My eyes burned with tears as well, so I simply nodded. Seggin could hardly look at me. Muzu left partway through. I feel awful for putting them through this, but I must do what I can to help Link. I could never forgive myself otherwise. Speaking of Link... I have at last finished gathering the materials for the armor. I shall start making it at once."
"Today was the inauguration ceremony at Hyrule Castle. It was an honor to take part. However... Honestly, I do not remember much about, but only because something unforgettable happened afterward. I experienced something wondrous, a beautiful moment in time I shall treasure forever. I am grateful to the princess for agreeing to my request, and to Daruk for...um... well, for bringing me closer to Link. Oh... I did hear something that shocked me enough to almost overshadow that happy moment. Link has been chosen to guard the princess wherever she goes. They shall... be spending much time together..."
"I finally completed that special armor for Link. I am confident it will fit him perfectly. He is coming to the domain soon. I hope to give him my gift when I see him, but... should I really go through with it? According to the old legend, long ago a Zora princess fell in love with a Hylian swordsman. Perhaps there is hope. This will be a rare occasion that Link is not accompanying the princess. We should have some time to ourselves. Oh, I have an idea! At sunset I shall ride upon Ruta with Link. Zora princess of the past...please lend me your courage!"
"I feel the calamity is near, I have finished his armor, but fear I will never be able to give it too him."
The entries stopped there, I quickly shut the book, My hands shaking. Then it hit me.
Mipha's scales glisend in the sunlight from red to orange, she looked at me with her golden eyes with the most sincere kindness I'd ever known. Her hand holding my arm, warm and smooth to the touch as she healed me from the fight with the lyonal "I was thinking...this reminds me the time we first met" I watched her continue to heal me "You were such a reckless child, always getting yourself hurt at every turn." She looked down at the large scratch the lyonal had laid into me ""Everytime..I would heal you, just as I'm doing right now" she paused a small smile appeared on her lips "Thought it funny how, being a hylian, you looked grown up so much faster than I did" I watched the glow over my arm begin to get warmer. "I was...I was always willing to heal your wounds" she looked into my eyes. "Even back then…" she looked back down at my wound and it began to vanish. Sadness appeared in her eyes "So if this calamity ganon really does, in fact, return what can we really do?" I looked away from her unsure of what to expect as well "We just don't seem to know much what we'll be up against. She stared back down into the water for a few moments without a word. I tried to think of something to say to comfort "But know this: no matter how difficult the battle might get, if anyone tried to do you harm" She turned toward me, her began to get wet "Than I will heal you, no matter when, or how bad the wound" her voice got quiet "I hope you know...that I will always protect you" I felt my heart sink..I didn't know what to say, I felt the same I would Protect her in anyway that I can. Before I could put it into words she spoke "Once this whole thing is over, maybe things can go back to how they used to be when we were young.." she turned to me, her eyes big "You know...perhaps we could spend more time together" a smile grew on her face, with hopefulness.
I was drawn back by Sidon cheering "Yes princess! You did it" Vah Ruta Let out a sound of approval. I sat down on Mipha's bed and placed her diary on her pillow. Sadness soaked into me. I did care for her...But she was right, I was looking past her, i wasn't looking at her at all. If I knew now, what I should of known then, I would of made time for her... Her promise to heal me stuck with me all through the fight with Ganon, her presence is gone now. And the whole time she was with me I did not remember her.
I dropped to my knees which made both of them turn around.
"Link?" Zelda rushed to my side "Are you alright?!" I clasped my hands over my face trying not to cry shooing them away with my hand. "Link, are you alright?" Sidon now approached kneeling in front of me"I'm sorry...I, hoped that it would of helped"
"It did.." i said quietly, I felt tears but I couldn't cry, She was dead, and I never even got the chance to mourn for her. Zelda touched my back no words could come past her lips.
We had a large feast at the Domain later that night. I spent most the afternoon alone, watching the sunset and thinking of Mipha, hoping if she did hear me she'd forgive me. I was starving, and ate most the fish provided. Zelda was curious, she wanted to pry I could read it on her face. She knew I must of remembered something. King Dorephan, Zelda and Sidon along with Others whom were close with Mipha spent the dinner telling old stories about her and laughed at some moments in her childhood. I was becoming uncomfortable, but my stomach had me glued to the seat as much as I wanted to go. Then sidon brought up me. "I remember when link came here as a child," I stopped eating "Mipha just loved that child, you were so reckless, and curious always smiling" he shook his head "You and I would get into it all the time, I was only a small tadpole then" Zelda looked at Sidon then to me, "he..he was here as a child?"Sidon shook his head "Yes, He and some other Hylians came to helped us build the Dam he was the son of one of those hylians. I suppose he was skilled enough to travel and needed to be well traveled. His father was a respected knight after all." Zelda smiled "So you weren't always like this" she giggled "Hard to believe you smiling all the time" I stuffed food back into my mouth "mmhmm" I said
I did wonder though, about my father...and what had happened to me. That made me change.
We left the Domain In the Late in the Morning. Zelda was happily humming to herself "Link! The horses didn't go far, in fact one of the zora guard located them near the water. Down by the bridge So we can leave at anytime" I nodded It was time to go.
The guard brought the horses over, Zelda checked her traveling bags, "Im ready, are you?" I looked back at the Domain "Yes" I said quietly. She Smiled and hopped on the Kite "Well now, I suppose we should head to Goron City"
