Sorry for the long delay. I was hoping to get this posted last month, but I ended up retyping it a dozen times. The sad thing about it is that I still don't like the way it turned out. I feel like I could of done a lot better. Oh well, I did work really hard on this chapter so please read and review. ☺
In a quiet forest-path, shaded by the colors of a setting sun, a wolf and a cloaked figure can be seen walking away from a spring.The two didn't really seem to acknowledge each other's company. They are too busy thinking about all of the events that have taken place. Little do they know of the bound that they should will soon share on their journey..
Its been a long day.. My friends Ilia, colin, and the rest of the children have been taken away by a evil group of monsters. There is this strange thing called "Twilight" taking over Hryule right now. This imp-like creature named Midna helped me escape from a Hyrule castle. Somehow I convinced Princess Zelda to come along with me on this semi-journey. And to top it off, I've been turned into a wolf!!! Things can't get any worse. This was Link's recollection of thoughts on what had happened in the past few hours. So far he had been assigned by Midna to go and find a sword and shield.
He sighed in relief; Thank goodness I know where to find these things. He thought, continuing to walk in a laggard way. Maybe I'll be able to rescue the village kids from those monsters. I hope they are all right. I don't know what I'll do if they're died or hurt; after all it is my fault. I should have done something to help them, but instead I end with a bruise on my head. Many thoughts of guilt were on his mind about the children and Ilia. In matter of fact, he was so lost in thought that he didn't notice Zelda was gone. Unfortunately for Link a little shadow from behind noticed.
"FIDO!!!" Midna screamed.
Link cringed in fear upon hearing HER voice. He already thought she was the most annoying thing in the world. To top it off she stayed in his shadow all day long; which really freaked him out.
"Where is Zelda?" Midna asked in a somewhat pleasant tone. He could tell she was annoyed though.
Link looked up at her with a frustrated look plastered on his face. What do you mean she's right here beside … He turned his head to see where Zelda was, but to his surprise she wasn't there. Uh no! Where did she go!! She can't that run fast, or can she?
Midna could tell from the look on his hairy face that she was right. "Ha! I knew it! You were so caught up in thought that you didn't even know that she went missing. You're such an idiot!" She paused before continue, trying to hold herself back from straggling the wolf. "I suggest you go and find her...BEFORE I HAVE YOUR HEAD ON A PLATTER!!!"
Link let out a gulp, he was almost certain that Midna was going to murder him right then and there. What if the same monster that took Iila got hold of Zelda too? Then Midna would really have my head on a platter. Link decided it was best to keep walking forward in search of Zelda. After all why would she turn around and go back?
"Aaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!"
Link had barely begun to walk down the path when he heard the scream. Now instead of power walking he was sprinting down in that direction. Please let her be okay. He secretly prayed.
Midna was very shocked to see his sudden change of mood, as she watched him dashing to where the scream came from. That's when she realized something.. "Did he just leave me," she whispered to herself feeling left out.
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I'm coming Zelda! Linkthought heading towards the direction the scream came from.He turned a sharp corner, and was caught off guard by a strange plant. But this was plant was far from being anything close to ordinary at all. It resembled that of a Venus flytrap, but its size was that of a ten-year old child. It had an awful greenish tint to it, and an odd pattern on its skin. This creature also had fang-like teeth that seemed to drip with greenish saliva. This was no ordinary plant at all, but more of a man eating beast!
Sensing Link's presence, it let out a small growling noise. Slowly the plant leaned back, getting it prepared for a strike.
I don't have time for this. He thought slightly annoyed. Suddenly the creature lunged forward, its mind set on killing him.
With quick thinking, Link jumped out of the way of the monster's deadly fangs. Letting out a small yelp afterwards, due to one of the plant's teeth breaking off into his front right leg. He tried his best to shake off the pain, but to no avail. He could still feel the blood oozing down his leg.
The creature, sensing another opportunity to strike, leaned back again getting ready for another strike. Link realizing that he was on the other side of it; began to run away. Even with a wounded leg he was still swift. He darted down the all to familiar path dodging more man-eating plants along the way. Until he finally arrived to where the ear-piecing sound came from.
To his surprise, he saw a place close to heart. It was an all to familiar scene… A house sat atop a hill-like mound, and a pathway with two giant stones on both sides leading to the village. How… how did she get here that quickly? He thought looking around for Zelda.
Suddenly he spotted two shadowy silhouettes dancing in the sunset by the trees, towards the entrance of the city. Link realizing that no one had spotted him yet, lowered his body down some. He was now in level with the grass, completely hidden away from any unseen eyes.
"Let go of me!"
Link's hears perked up. That sounded like Zelda's voice, but whom is she yelling at?
Squinting his eyes a little to get a better look, Link saw a blue skinned creature with white hair. This monster had ragged teeth and was wearing an old rugged tan vest. In one hand he held a club, while in the other he held Princess Zelda's hand. Holding back a growl, Link continued to watch the scene in silence.
The monster after hearing what she said, looked at her with a very perturbed face and rolled his eyes. From what Link could tell this hideous beast was clearly annoyed. I guess she's been giving him trouble. He thought.
"You must of not of heard me the first time; I said let me go!!!" Zelda repeated herself, but this time with a shaky tone of voice.
In response to her demand, the goblin-like creature pulled Zelda closer. Link bared his teeth upon seeing this. Then he tightened his grip on the Princess's wrist, making her wince in pain. Finally he fiercely slammed her onto the cold hard ground. At this Link started to growl. Both Zelda and the monster looked in his direction upon hearing the growl. A weak grin escaped Zelda's lips, seeing him there seemed to make it all better.
But her little moment of comfort was short lived as the goblin got prepared to strike her with its club, wanting to shut her up for good. Zelda held up her arms in defense getting ready for the impact. That's when it happened. Something came over Link, as if a demon had control over him. His ears turned back as he let out a more menacing growl. His pupils slanted like how a cat's does, and his fur started to stand on end.
He quickly darted forward, with one thing one his mind to kill. Catching the goblin off guard he made a leap into the air and clamped down on the creature's arm. Causing it to try and shake him off, while screaming wildly. Link didn't let go, and used all his force to slam the creature into the ground, like how it did to Zelda. Pinning the Goblin down, Link went for the neck and started to bite down hard. The taste of fresh blood filled his mouth, as the creature screamed more wildly then ever before. As soon as it had started, it was over. He backed away from the now motionless body, watching it disappear in a puff of smoke.
Zelda gazed at Link with a horrified expression written on her face. It was as if he had changed dramatically after seeing her ordeal with the goblin. She didn't even know if should fear the beast, or thank him. Alter all he did kill that monster in a very violent way.
Link's mood slowly changed from that of a killer beast, to a more calm and collected mood. He looked over to were Zelda was now sitting up some. He was about to walk over to her, until he noticed the terrified look plastered on her face. It was as if she had seen a ghost. Did I do something wrong? Link thought standing in place. Seeing Zelda like that made him feel horrible. If he could put on a frown right now, he'd have the biggest one.
Zelda looked at the wolf wondering why he looked so baffled. It was as if he didn't know about what happened. Did he do this because of me? No he wouldn't that's not like him right? Or would he? Drifting her thoughts away from that such an idea, she continued to stare at him. That's when she noticed the wound on his leg. Clearing out her throat she let all other thoughts out of her head, and turned her attention to the wolf's wound. "You're hurt..." she said in a quit manner.
Link looked over to see Zelda, her Sapphire eyes shown with kindness. You're hurt to, he thought remembering what the creature had done. Zelda got up and walked over to him,and started to exam the word more thoroughly. I need to rip whatever that white thing is out. Hopefully he doesn't decide to go all psycho on me. Zelda thought remembering the horrid event.
"This might be a little painful," she said. Yanking the tooth out of his leg (without him realizing it). He let out a small whimper from the pain. "I couldn't leave it in there so stop complaining." She then ripped a potion from the bottom of her dress and started to bandage Link's leg. "You know that was very brave of you," She said continuing to warp the piece of fabric around his leg. "I could have been killed back there if it wasn't for you."
Link couldn't explain it but he felt different when he was around her. Why does it feel like I've known her for all of my life? And why do I get this feeling when I'm around her? It's as if I'm meant to protect her, but from what?
"There all better, that should help slow down the bleeding, and keep it from being infected," Zelda said finishing it with a knotted bow. Link looked back up again and then at his bandaged leg. She did a pretty good job.
"Come on let's get out of here," she said. Zelda got up and walk down the path to the village, with her four-legged friend trailing behind. His leg was already starting to feel better.
"WHERE DO YOU THINK YOU'RE GOING!?" Midna asked. Appearing from a distance tree's shadow. "Don't you think everyone in this village would get suspicious with a cloak figure walking around. Not to mention you'd be a dead give away. You're going to have to stay here for right now okay." Link could tell that she was still very aggravated about earlier.
"What if those monsters come back?" I don't have anything to defend myself with," Zelda said in response.
"Use a stick."
"Midna!!!"
"What I was just joking. Anyway I have an idea to keep you... Monsters? Wait second a second," Midna said making a hand motion. "Did Fido's stupid actions almost get you killed?"
"Well it isn't his entire fault. I was the one who walked on ahead; he was walking in a very laggard fashion." Zelda looked away, trying to hide her emotions from them. "I'm sorry. I didn't to make you two worry."
"I see… but it's still some of Fido's fault," Midna said sending him a glare. At this Link's head dropped, he was still feeling very ashamed about what happened. "Anyways lets get off of this subject. As I was saying before I have an idea. Midna put her arms behind her back, and closed her eyes.
"So what is it?" Zelda asked impatiently.
"Look at that house over there."
Zelda looked at the house as Midna instructed her to. "What are you getting at?" she asked, scanning the house with her cerulean eyes.
"What I'm trying to say is that you can hide in there, while we're gone. Besides, no one's in there, and I pretty sure the door is unlocked. It should just have a big sign that says," all robbers' welcome."
'How can you tell from here?"
"That's for me to know, and for you to never find out. Now hurry up and get to hiding. Fido and I are going to get that sword and shield," Midna said. Opening an eye, and putting a sly grin that sent chills down Zelda's spine. "Is that okay with you princess."
Zelda thought about this for a moment. If I do stay more monsters could come back. But if I go with them it might be a dead give away. Why are they even looking for a sword anyway? Is not like a wolf even needs one. He can't even hold objects in his paws. So why would he need one, unless…he is really a human? But, that's impossible he couldn't be a human. There's no way that can never happen.
"Hyrule to Zelda." Midna started to shake her hand back and forth in Zelda's face.
"Yes, what is it Midna?" Zelda asked shaking the thoughts out of her head.
"So are you going to stay or what?"
I guess I have no choice, but to stay. "Yes," Zelda said plainly. She started to head towards the house, but then she stopped and turned around. Putting a smile on her face she said, " Take care of my little hero." Giving them a wink, then she continued to head towards the house.
"I'll try," Midna replied. She then disappeared into Link's shadow.
I'm her little hero; maybe she isn't afraid of me. He started to walk into the village, but not before a thought crossed his mind. Did I really leave the door to my house unlocked?
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When Zelda finally approached the ladder she noticed a small sign. Walking up to it she squinted her eyes to get a better view of it in the dim sunlight. She then read aloud "Link's house."
Hmm…Link, what a strange name.
I hope you enjoyed chapter 3 of twilight. I'll try to make the next update quicker than this chapter's update. If it does take a long time for me to update, I might start posting preview chapters. By the way special thanks to all of my reviewers your feedback is greatly appreciated. With all that said,
Your friend,
flutekitty
