A/N: HAPPY BELATED THANKSGIVING DAY TO MY FELLOW CANADIANS! ^^ okie, I'm done shouting out XD so uhm…nothing much to say surprisingly 0.o

Potatoes: Sadly, I'm not British but you have no idea how much I want to be one. I'm so jelly of their accents! Augh! I so badly wanna visit England. *le sigh* sooo I guess my grammar is improving…? Ah ha XD Yeah, poor Heather oh well she'll eventually just have to suck it up and move on hehehe

Chapter 7:

I kept falling and falling. I wondered if I was ever going to stop falling. At last, I opened my eyes but I was still plunging down…until I heard a voice.

"Heather…?" I stared above, watching a figure like spirit that was formed out of nowhere, floating high above me.

It was bathed in purple light and it almost took a form of a bird since it looked like its wings were spread out and it was floating. Just floating…

"It is time…It is time to help the Chosen One. You just like the Chosen One are vital to a mission of great importance. Heather…"

Out of nowhere, Zelda appeared in front of me and for a moment, I let a smile to slip on my lips. However, the more I look at her, the more I knew that something wasn't quite right. It was then that I realized she got flipped over but as soon as I recognized this, I too got flipped "in the right direction" as I watched Zelda falling (and screaming) into the abyss…falling into the great creature's mouth…

I gave a sudden gasp, forcing myself to wake up from this terrible nightmare. I panted heavily, staring at the spread bed sheets. What just…I widened my eyes as the horrid flashbacks from the previous day zoomed into my mind.

Groose bullying me…I got upset and flew around Skyloft so that I could try to get my head cleared out. And then, the clouds got darkened…the tornado…Zelda…

I gulped, feeling my breathe quicken; anxiety is going to kick in anytime now.

Link…

Oh Goddesses…

I can't imagine how the poor guy must feel like right now…

Miserable, depressed, anguished, angry…

If I knew anything, it would be that Link would probably blame it on himself…or me…

After all, I was there as well and one of us could've at least tried to grab Zelda…

I bury my face into my hands out of grief and guilt.

"Ah, you're awake." a voice suddenly said, snapping me back to reality and gaining my attention.

I turned my head to the side to see a mid-age nurse.

"Drink this." the nurse replied.

I eyed it cautiously. The last time I drank a potion, it knocked me out…

"Er, what is it?" I asked, cautiously.

The nurse gave me quite a stern stare so I cowered back a bit before mutely taking the potion and downing it. I wanted to gag since it was so horrible. Ugh, it tasted like someone's vomit…

I cringed at the sight before I brought the cup a bit closer to me.

Ugh, it smells horrible…

"When you and your Loftwing returned, you were limp and unconsciousness and we all feared the worst. The same thing happened to Link as well. Fortunately, you don't appear to have any serious injuries. For that much, we can be grateful." the nurse replied.

When she said Link, I instantly bombarded her with questions.

"Where he is? Is he alright? Is he awake?" I asked all at once.

"My dear girl, calm down!" the nurse exclaimed. "He is at his room and is awake as we speak. He is talking to the Headmaster and like you, he has no injuries whatsoever. Now—what do you think you're doing?!" the nurse demanded.

There I was, practically jumping out of bed and tugged in my boots.

"I'm going to see Link." I responded.

The nurse closed and opened her mouth several of times before she burst out.

"You will do no such thing! You need to rest! You had a rough day! I insist that you rest! The Headmaster will hear about this!" the nurse shouted after me…

And apparently, she started to chase after me as well.

"Link—"I replied, opening the door and stumbled in. Though, I suddenly paused and took a good look and saw that the Headmaster was still there. Apparently, they were talking since they were now facing me…

Erm, oops?

"For goodness sake—"the nurse responded, angrily as she too barged into the room and then, just like me, she stopped to take a look. "Oh…oh dear me…"

Link smirked at the sight while I gave him a death glare look whereas the Headmaster merely looked amused.

"Not to worry, Isadora. I believe that I have finished talking to Link and, if I do say so myself, I believe that Heather wants to talk to Link as well." Gaepora said.

I gave him a blank look before I observed that he was talking to me so I straightened up and cleared my throat.

"Er…yes…yes, of course, sir." I stumbled over my words.

However, the nurse, goggled at Gaepora.

"But…but…she…the patient…rest…" she sputtered. "Headmaster, surely you think this is wise? She's not ready yet nor are you, mister!" she snapped when she saw Link snickering but quickly shut his mouth. "And they need rest…they've been through enough…"

"I'm sure they would be alright, Isadora. It's not like they will be going out of the Academy."

I gave an inward amused look. Oh, I don't know about that…I grinned.

"And, if anything goes wrong or if they feel sick, they will come straight to you and you can take care of the rest." the Headmaster said.

It was silent for a moment until the nurse finally agreed (rather reluctantly though) and scurried out of the room, muttering something under her breath. Gaepora then turned his head to us.

"Heather…Link…" he nodded before he exited out of the room and closed the room.

Link smirked. "It doesn't take too much to scare old Isadora, eh?" he replied, having an amused tone.

I nodded, smiling slightly. "Yeah…" I paused. "Hey um…are you alright? You know after…that happened." I said, choosing my words carefully.

Link gave a sad expression while he somewhat flinched. I noticed this and had assumed that Link had the nightmare…which means Fi had already spoken to Link in his dream.

"Hey um, Heather?" Link suddenly asked in a quiet voice.

"Yeah?"

"Um you see before I woke up…I had a dream…actually, it was more of a nightmare, you see." he explained.

I nodded for him to continue.

"Anyways, I kept falling and falling until a sudden burst of purple light appeared above me. I didn't know who or what was that but it looked like a spirit to me. The spirit then said that it was time for me to be awaken…Me and along with someone else (she might be talking about you but I wasn't sure) were a great vital of importance to this great mission."

I nodded. "I know…I…had the same vision as well…except that spirit figure told me that it was time for me to help the Chosen One." I stated.

Silence settled in.

"What do you think this means?" he asked, staring at me.

I really had the urge to tell him everything but I can't. Because of that, it was killing me.

"I…don't know."

Link gave a sigh.

"But I know one thing…"

"What's that?"

"It's that we will find Zelda." I replied, giving him a small smile and in return, he gave one as well.

xXxHeatherxXx

I kept tossing and turning, trying to get some sleep but I can't. Sleep won't come to me…it's that nightmarish dream I keep on having…it won't let me rest.

On the last turn, I finally gave up and opened my eyes only to be greeted with darkness. I clumsily let my hand to find the clock and when I did, I brought to my face.

12:00 AM the red blaring lights had read.

I groaned.

One thing's for sure though is that I am not a morning person. So if I wake up grumpy the next morning…it's not my fault.

Huffing, I threw my—Zelda's—bed sheets over so I can get out of bed and walk to the kitchen for a glass of milk. I don't know about you but I have read that drinking milk helps your nerves…

When I wadded towards the door, I paused once I touched the door knob.

If I'm right, Link would already hear a noise outside of his door and would start to follow the figure.

Going with that, I quickly disregarded the idea of walking to the kitchen. Just as I opened the door (quietly), I started to head down the stairs where I saw Link following the figure.

My assumption was right.

I grinned since the most awesome part (well one of the awesome parts) is going to take place soon.

Realizing just now that he was heading up the stairs, I quickly hid in a nearby flower pot and stood still as I could. My eyes peered through the flowers as I continued to watch Link who was still following the purple character.

It was Fi.

I gave a small smile as I thought about Fi's theme song. It was such a beautiful and exotic song that I couldn't help but to replay it every time I could.

Noticing that I was behind, I quickly went out of my hiding spot and started to continue to follow Link and Fi. I was pretty sure that Link had no idea I was even stalking him and I was actually thankful for that because I really don't feel like explaining it to him.

We continued to climb down some hills and eventually, we had to stop—well, rather, I had to hide and Link had to stop—since Link was facing a kitten.

The evil kitten.

I scowled at it when it was purring. Everything was normal for a few seconds until without a warning, the cat turned into a demon-like animal, hissing at him before it jumped at Link, trying to attack him.

Evil kitty…

You know, I felt that Link and I should've just left the kitten on the roof…

Link gave a startled gasp of surprise when it saw the demon cat. However, he ignored it and resumed following the ethereal figure. I cautiously eyed the kitten (who had its back to me as I passed) but the moment I reached the kitten, the animal turned around and hissed at me.

I gave a small quiet squeak before I took a mad dash, trying to escape from the cat. Occasionally, I would often meet with the ChuChus—they have the same eyes like they had in almost every Zelda game but their bodies is very flat and they move like slugs. They also have gaps on one side of their bodies, which look like empty eye sockets, but mirrored on the other side—which is their real eyes.

What it felt like for hours (even though it was only several of minutes), we had finally reached the destination. Of course, I knew what it was but Link doesn't. I was standing about a meter behind him so that I won't get caught though I gave a slight entertained look.

Poor Link must be so confused by now.

The otherworldly spirit then flew into the wall, vanishing before our eyes, giving Link quite a start. Soon, a piece of the wall disappeared, revealing a doorway. Link stared at it before he shrugged it off and walked inside; I followed soon.

It was a huge chamber. Nothing was special about it…other than the fact that it had a sword in the pedestal at the top of the altar. Quickly finding a pillar, I waltzed towards it and hid myself but not completely. I too wanted to see the thing.

Seeing this in real life is nothing compared to watching this in the video game.

On the other hand, I was unable to contain my excitement but I forced myself as I did not want to make myself known…as I had mentioned it many times previously.

Link stared at the majestic sword that was sitting in front of him. He kept on staring at it. The sword was beautiful. The sword's hilt was purple while the cross guards were a light blue whereas the blade was white. The whole sword pulsed an eerie glow and then, the spirit materialized out of the weapon, floating above Link who was gaping at it.

Fi's body was mostly purple like the sword's hilt, though Fi's legs shared the green straps adorning the hilt, and the rest is a bluish-white, like the blade. The upper part of Fi's cloak resembles the Goddess Sword's cross guard. Her face was completely blue though the eyes kinda freaked me out because they were well eyeless…

You know, she reminds me of Midna. Don't ask. She just does…

"The one chosen by my creator. I have been waiting for you. You will play a role in a great destiny. You…along with someone else. According to your social customs, I should provide you with my personal designation. Fi is the name I was given."

I grinned like an idiot. I honestly couldn't help it. This part was so cool…which is why every time Fi would talk, I would hum (inside my head) her theme song.

"I was created for a single purpose, long before the recorded memory of your people. I, along with someone else, must aid you in fulfilling the great destiny that is your burden to carry." she then took a glance back so that she could see the sword.

"Come, Link. You must take up this sword. As the one chosen by my creator, it is your destiny."

I felt Link being cautious about it, not trusting it. Sensing this, Fi spoke.

"The strange dreams troubling your sleep. My sudden appearance. Uncertainty surrounding the fate of one you hold dear. Under the circumstances, it is only logical that you would exhibit some apprehension."

Link gave a small gasp before he looked to the strange spirit; this time with a hard glare.

"To minimize your uncertainty, allow me to share some information. My projections indicate that this information has a high probability of altering your current emotional state. The one you seek, honorable Zelda, is still alive."

I grinned.

Zelda is also known as…

I'll just shut up.

Link's eyes widened. Relief washed over his and mine body. He was happy that Zelda was still alive even if she was dragged off to the world below. The Unknown World. Yet, he wasn't completely relieved. Was Zelda alright? Is she hurt…? Link would never be able to forgive himself if something horrible had happened to his friend…his childhood friend.

"And this spirit maiden…the one you call Zelda…is another chosen one fated to be part of the same great mission. Also, a Companion is also a part of this great mission. You will know her as Heather."

I didn't know if Link was shocked or surprised. I bit my lip, wondering how much Fi will give away.

"Therefore, should you wish to meet with your friend, I highly recommend you take up this sword before you set out to search for you. Does this information invigorate you? Are you ready to accept this sword?"

Determined look filled Link's faces while my face was plastered with eagerness. Link ran towards the base and when he reached it, Fi floated above as she moved out of the way. Her faceless face staring at him.

"It seems that further persuasive measures will not be required. In the name of my creator, draw the sword and raise it skyward."

I was vaguely aware that I was out of the pillar, feeling the exhilaration quickly building up inside of me that I felt like it was going to burst.

Omg, omg, omg…OMG!

Link then grabbed the hilt of the sword with both hands and then, he pulled out of the pedestal. Like Fi said, Link raised the sword skyward and was soon bathed in pure white light that appeared out of nowhere. The sword was then cleansed in a glowing blue light.

When he was raising the sword skyward, I couldn't but to hum the song of it.

DadaaadaaadaDADA!

Okay that was…fail but you know how it goes.

Omg, I'm having a heart attack right now.

Watching this in real life is sooo much better than seeing this in the video game. Omg.

I just died.

Apparently, I was so enthusiastic about this, I had given a squeak so I hurriedly covered my mouth with my hands. It was already too late since it had attracted the two people.

Turning around, Link stared at me with surprise.

"Heather?" Link asked as I came tumbling out of my hiding spot.

"Um…well, lookie hehe…I think I'm going to er go…" I said, shifting awkwardly.

"As you are going to be a part of this great mission, I think it would be wise if you would stay. There is no point in covering your true reason as to why you're here." Fi stated.

Damn Fi and her intelligence.

But who's complaining?

Ecstatic, I rushed up to Link before Fi started to talk again. The sword was still glowing.

"Recognition complete, Master…Link…My master."

Omg, I wanted to tear up right here and now…wait, I think I just did that.

Link brought down his sword to examine it but he didn't have much time to do so since a voice was announced.

"Link!"

Widening his eyes since he thought he got caught, Link and I turned around to see none other than the stunned Headmaster.

"Head…master…" Link stuttered.

Seemingly, Gaepora hadn't paid attention to that. His eyes were still fixed on the glowing sword.

"I've had my suspicions, but until now I wasn't sure."

Link frowned; I just simply grinned.

"What do you mean?" Link asked. He then turned to face at my direction (I quickly fixed my expression). "Do you know?"

"Uhm, no." I answered.

However, I took a behind glance so that I could watch Fi's expression. She only nodded and gave a slight smile.

"Yet here we are in the Chamber of the Sword, the very place where it was foretold the youth of legend would one day appear. It is said that this place was left to our people by the goddess herself. The very knowledge of this room's existence is a secret passed down to a select few each generation, along with a handful of words…"

Being interested, Link settled himself into a relaxing position as he grabbed the sword, bringing close to him as if he was being afraid that it would vanish.

"When the light of the goddess's sword shines bright, the great apocalypse will wake from its long slumber. Do not fear, for it is then that a youth, guided by my hand, shall reveal himself in a place most sacred." Gaepora recited, walking towards us.

"It started days ago. The sword that I've kept secret all these years…It began to give off a faint, otherworldly light. At first I was sure I was seeing things, here alone with the sword. There was simply no other explanation. I never dreamed the prophecy of legend would come to pass in my lifetime."

Poor Link must be so overwhelmed by now.

Gaepora then raised his head to look up at Fi as if he was interested in her since after all, she was quite different from the rest of us.

"The words I have sworn to keep secret are coming true before my very eyes," he continued. "The youth will be guided by one born of the blade—one who is also youthful in likeness yet wise with knowledge immeasurable."

I jumped when Fi spoke at last. She had been quite for a long time.

"Ah yes, the oral tradition, one of the least reliable methods of information retention and transmission. It appears that critical sections of the passage have been lost over the generations."

Headmaster and Link gave dumbfounded looks. Fi flew down and bowed slightly before she looked up.

"The youth who draws forth the guiding sword shall be known as the goddess's chosen hero, and it is he who possesses an unbreakable spirit. He, along with his Companion, shall be burdened with the task of abolishing the shadow of apocalypse from the land. Such is their destiny. With the spirit of the blade at his side, they shall soar over the clouds and plummet below…And united with the spirit maiden, shall bring forth a piercing light that resurrects the land." Fi responded.

Link gave a gasp as he saw an image inside of his head. The one where Zelda spoke to him about the Surface.

"Master and Companion, you must embark on a great journey beneath the clouds to the vast realm of the Surface. It is only through this journey that you, Master, can fulfill the mission set before you by my creator, the goddess." Fi gave a quick look to me who in return gave a sheepish smile at Fi.

And I know what Fi is thinking. Don't tell him where you came from to put it blunt.

"It is also the only method available for you and Companion to reunite with the spirit maiden, honorable Zelda."

"This is no easy task, Link and Heather. The world below is a forsaken place, and to reach it you must pierce the cloud barrier below. In living memory, no one has ever done this."

Without a moment hesitation, Fi spread out her arms before she put them in front of her. Just then, a burst of blue light appeared in between her arms and it floated towards Link. It was an old looking tablet that resembled a map and on it, it had a green jewel.

Link stared at it as he gingerly held the tablet since it looked like it was about to crash.

"This tablet will illuminate a path through the clouds to the land below. Take it, and place it within the altar behind me. Master, the first thing you must do is hit the crest sitting in this room with a Skyward Strike. These blasts are formed of pure energy that charges within your blade when you lift it skyward. Once you have charged your blade, face the crest and swing your sword to send out a powerful Skyward Strike." she finished.

Still feeling a bit numb, Link gradually made his way towards the Crest and raised his sword Skyward as he was told to do. He then released the strike and once the beam of light struck the Crest, it spun around before it gave a flash of white light.

A platform was soon raised above, showing a rectangle-like spot in the middle. Link then took out the tablet he was just given a few moments ago and placed in its proper order. Outside of the Chamber, a white light flew out of the Goddess and plunged into the depths of the clouds, piercing it.

A shining green emerald column emerged out of it, lighting up the path in the night sky.

"Master Link, it is done. Until now, a cloud barrier created by the goddess has separated the world you know from the one below. The tablet you placed in the altar has opened a small rift in the barrier. You can use it to travel through the clouds to the realm below. I have recognized you as my master and so it is my duty to follow you wherever you may go. I reside within your sword and will accompany you in your travels. Give me a sign to summon me whenever you require my assistance."

With that, Fi shot upwards, disappearing in a ball of blue light before she went into the hilt of the sword. The Headmaster walked towards us, having a slightly troubled look.

"Link, Heather, listen a moment. The nature of the great apocalypse mentioned in the old texts is a complete mystery to me. But whatever it turns out to be, it seems that both you, Heather and Zelda have big roles to lay in the destiny of this land. Just think—if what this Fi says is true, Zelda is alive! Alive and no doubt coming to terms with whatever it is the goddess has in store for her. Should you heed the call of destiny, I don't know what dangers you may have to face, Link and Heather. Especially down there…But if you've decided to brave the unknown, please find my daughter and bring her back to me." the Headmaster took a pause before he continued. "What we've seen here today defies explanation, but it is only the start of your journey. Please, see it through and prove the legends true."

"Of course, we will!" I exclaimed.

The Headmaster smiled, gratefully. "You two do your peoples' proud." he replied, taking our hands and put it into his.

As if they had sense that dawn was coming, Gaepora spoke.

"Dawn is drawing near. It has been a long night for the both of us, hasn't it? You have a great journey before you, Link and Heather, and those clothes…They don't look up to the task." he then turned to me. "You will also find some similar clothes as well."

He looked back to Link.

"The uniform you were to receive for winning the race should be ready by now."

My eyes lit up with excitement. Omg, he is gonna look hot!

Don't tell him I said that.

"A sturdy uniform like that will prove much more suitable for a long journey. You'd better change before you go."

We both nodded and took off.

A/N: I would've updated this yesterday but I had to go to bed and plus, I didn't want to update straight away since there might be some things that I wanted to change. Other than that, quite a lot of talking in this part so I'm sorry. I'll be sure to minimize the talking for future chapters. But, THEY'RE GONNA START ADVENTURING SOON! What would lie ahead of them? No one knows except for Heather XD