Chapter 3

Two months went by since Zelda's birthday and the discovery of her adoption. Despite knowing her family isn't blood-related, she still loved them and nothing had changed. In fact, Zelda believed that her relationship them has gotten stronger with them since. To add all that, the strange dreams had also seemingly stopped and they had not occurred since the night of her birthday. Life had seemingly gotten more joyous.

But on this day another layer of that joy will soon be added, for today was Ordon Day. This is a day where the inhabitants of Ordon celebrate the establishment of this village a long time ago and celebrate their history. Many other Ordonians will also be showcasing their own talents, such as Rusl and Link demonstrating their swordplay in a friendly duel, while Zelda shows her talent in archery as well.

Zelda was getting ready in her room. After putting her necklace on, she left her room and head to the kitchen where she saw her father in the kitchen with his assistant, Vincent.

"Good morning, father," Zelda greeted.

Bo looked up at her and smiled. "Ah! Good morning to you, Zelda. You remember Vincent, don't you?"

"Of course. Nice to see you again Vincent."

Vincent is Bo's assistant who had only lived in the village for a few years. He was a bit distant, but he seemed to be a nice enough man.

"Likewise, Zelda." Vincent returned his attention back to Bo. "If there isn't anything else to discuss, Mayor Bo, I think I'll head home and finish packing."

"You're leaving?" Zelda asked.

"I have some business to take care of in other places in Hyrule, so I'll be leaving a few hours. It will only take a few days, though," Vincent explained. "But I wish you a happy Ordon Day."

Vincent gathered his materials and left the house. He seems quite eager to leave, but then again, he's probably in a hurry.

Zelda turned her attention back to Bo. "Happy Ordon Day, father.".

"And a Happy Ordon Day to you too, Zelda! I'm sure you're looking forward to today as I am!" Bo cheerfully said

"Of course. You only say that the more this day got closer," Zelda remarked with a playful and annoyed tone.

Bo laughed. "Oh, can't help it. It's my favorite day!"

"I know you do father. Anyway, I'm heading out. I'll see you and mother later at the celebration."

"Alright. Be careful now!"

Zelda nodded as she gathered her archer's gear and headed out the door.


Meanwhile, Link was also getting ready for the holiday, but he was looking through his house looking for something to wear. He wanted to wear something different from his usual farmer clothes.

"There's gotta be something I haven't worn in a while!" Link exclaimed in frustration. Just when he was about to give up, a voice in his head told him to look underneath a nearby table. Link did look under the table and saw something covered in a cloth. He pulled the item out and removed the cloth. What was underneath it was a chest that once belonged to Link's father.

He never looked in the chest because his father Leal would never let him, but he promised that Link can open it when he was older. That was when Link was a small child before his father disappeared seven years ago. Ever since, Link had forgotten about the chest, at least until now. Link kneeled in front of the chest and blew off the dust and opened it.

Inside the chest contained a green tunic, white pants & long sleeved shirt, brown boots, brown fingerless gloves, a brown belt, and a green triangular stock hat. Another item Link had noticed in the chest was a blue shield with Hylian markings. Link grew a bit confused. Why would his father be secretive about some clothes and a shield? However, Link decided to brush it off and decided these items should do.

Link put the clothes on and was surprised that the clothes fitted him perfectly. He then grabbed a sword that Rusl made for him a few years back and exited his house to practice his swordplay on some homemade dummies. He was midway through practice when he heard some bushes rustling and heard the sound of giggles. Link shook his head and smiled, knowing who the giggling belong to.

"Alright you three, I know you're there. Now come out."

Three heads then popped out of the bushes, who were revealed to be young children. One girl and two boys, all of which Link are familiar with. Granted almost every kid in the village likes Link, but not as much as these three.

The girl was a blonde 11-year-old girl named Beth, who is more mature than her two companions. Beth admired Link a lot. Link also suspects that she secretly had a crush on him.

The two boys that were with her are two brothers, Talo and Malo.

Talo is a brown-haired boy, about Colin's age, who also looked up to Link, but for his swordplay. Talo has a tendency to act immature at times. His 6-year-old brother, Malo, on the other hand, was different. Unlike children around his age, Malo is intelligent and more mature than his older brother but tends to be sarcastic and blunt at times.

The three children left their hiding spot and walked towards Link. Talo was the first to speak up.

"Sorry, Link. We just wanted to watch you."

"That's fine. But I've told you guys that you don't have to hide to watch me when I practice. I don't mind the company," Link explained to the three.

"I told you he wouldn't mind," Malo stated.

"Yeah well, how would you know that?" Talo argued.

"I like your outfit Link!" Beth exclaimed while ignoring the brothers.

Talo took his attention away from Malo and join in on the discussion on Link's clothes. "Yeah! It looks really cool Link! You look like a hero!"

"I don't see what's great about it, but I think it suits you, Link," Malo commented.

"Thanks, guys," Link said.

"Hey, Link! Could you show us some of your sword skills, please?" Talo begged.

Link couldn't help but say yes before he demonstrated his swordplay. No mater how hard he tried, he could never say no to the kids. But he,and the kids didn't notice Zelda watching them from a distance. She smiled as she watched Link gave his demonstration to the kids. She found it adorable that the Ordon kids looked up to Link.

As Zelda watch, she noticed Talo trying to copy Link's demonstration with a stick. He pretended to attack Link by pointing the stick at his stomach as if he stabbed him.

"Oh no! I have been defeated by Talo!" Link exclaimed playfully.

Link then played out a dramatic, yet comedic death scene to which the children, minus Malo who just rolled his eyes, laughed. Link joined in the laughter with the kids. As they were laughing, Zelda approached the scene.

"You kids having fun?" Zelda teased.

The kids and Link ceased their laughing to look up to see Zelda. "Oh, Hi Zelda!" Link quickly got up from the ground and brushed the dirt off of his tunic. Zelda noticed he was blushing a bit.

"I wasn't interrupting anything, was I?"

"U-uh, you weren't interrupting anything," Link nervously said. "I was just showing the kids some swordplay, that's all."

"Right..." Zelda faced the children. "How are you three doing this morning?"

The kids adored Zelda as much as Link. Beth finds her a smart and pretty woman and aspires to be like her. While Talo prefers swordplay, he thinks Zelda archery is cool.

"We've been fine," Malo replied.

"We just wanted to see Link before the celebration," Beth answered. "Oh speaking of which, I got a new dress that I'm wearing there, that I think you'll love."

"I look forward to seeing it, Beth," Zelda said.

"Are you and Link going to dance together during the celebration at some point? That be so romantic!" Beth tends to be a hopeless romantic. Despite having a crush on Link, she believed that Zelda and Link are meant for each other, even though they were only friends. Talo and Malo, on the other hand, weren't interested in that stuff.

"Ew! That be so gross!" Talo exclaimed. "They'll probably be doing kissy stuff too."

"You mean, something like this?" Zelda suddenly kissed Link's cheek, causing his face to turn even redder. Talo yelled out in disgust and ran off, followed by Malo who just walked away. Beth giggled at the sight and she said goodbye to Link and Zelda before leaving the pair alone.

"Sorry about that, Link," Zelda apologized. "I figure you want those kids to stop bugging you anyway."

"Don't get me wrong. I love those kids, but they can be a little annoying sometimes."

"No hard feelings then?" Link nodded in response. Zelda took noticed the green outfit that Link was wearing. "I like your clothes. Are they new?"

"I found these just today. Though I'm not sure about the new part," Link said.

"What do you mean?"

Link took a deep breath. "I found this in my father's chest, along with this shield. I haven't thought about it since…"

Zelda's expression softens and nodded her head understandingly, furthering Link to not continue…

"I think it suits you quite well," Zelda complemented while trying to change the subject.

"You think so?"

"In a weird way...it kinda looks like you were born for it."

"I 'born' for it may be pushing it, but thanks," Link said. "You want to make sure Fado got the ranch ready for the holiday?"

"I would, but I don't see Epona anywhere."

What?!" Link darted his head in all directions and saw no sign of his horse. "Where did she go?" Link was starting to panic.

"Calm down. I think I know where she is and WHO she's with." Link calmed down and muttered to himself in embarrassment while realizing what Zelda meant. "You can ride with me and we'll go pick them up."

Zelda got on Blizzard, followed by Link. Blizzard rode off towards the spring. When they arrived Zelda's suspicions were confirmed as they saw Ilia with Epona. "Just as I thought. Ilia is washing Epona again."

Link sighed as he got off of Blizzard. "Why doesn't she bother with your horse?" While he does appreciate Ilia taking care of Epona, something he tends to forget sometimes as much he hated to admit it, he wished that Ilia would let him know before doing so.

"Because unlike you, I actually remember to take care of my horse," Zelda playfully replied, earning an irritated stare from Link.

Zelda remained on Blizzard while Link led them to the spring. Ilia noticed them entering.

"Hi, Zelda. Hi, Link. I was was just washing up Epona, if that's alright with you, Link."

"It's fine," Link said. "Though can you try to let me know next time, please?"

Ilia nodded her head and look at Link's clothes. "I like your clothes."

"Thank you, Ilia," Link replied as he claimed Epona once again.

Link got on Epona, and Zelda gestured Ilia to get on Blizzard.

"Come on guys. Let's get going," Zelda said as the horses begin walking. "You don't want to miss dad's annual Ordon history speech."

"Oh great," Ilia groaned. "I can't wait to hear that story again. Not to mention see him dance."

"I actually heard that in his day, he was the best dancer," Link commented.

"You are talking about dad, right?" Zelda asked.

"Yeah! From what I heard, it's the reason why Isabel fell in love with him."

"Really…?" Ilia replied as the three continue their way through the woods and back to the village.


2 months went by since the last chapter. Zelda is happy and the village is about to celebrate their holiday. What's the worst that can happen?

Link is now wearing his signature green tunic. If y'all starting to think hes schizophrenic with those voices he's hearing, don't worry, he isn't. You'll find that out later on.

For you ZeLink fans, I hope you liked that moment. But don't get excited, their relationship is still platonic...for now at least.

If you're getting sick of the Twilight Princess characters, you'll see more characters later on.