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Black Silverclaw: haha she should have ;) I almost feel like all of that was really unnecessary, I just wanted to prove Zelda is loyal to her people lol kind of a bad way to do it X) I'm glad you like it though! ;D

ShadowNinja1011: yes, yes she definitely is. Too insane? haha I'm kind of regretting putting that part in X) what do you think?

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PersonWhoReads: I CAN'T EVEN BEGIN TO EXPLAIN HOW SWEET YOU ARE! Yes! Zelink is my FAVORITE! I want to try and build up their relationship a bit more before I start the fluff but it's so hardddd I just want to make them a thing already XD I STILL CAN'T EXPRESS HOW AMAZING YOU ARE THANK YOU SOSOSOSO MUCHHH! ;D

Cookiebee: I'm sorry :( I hope this chapter makes up for the disappointment! I enjoy your critism though, it helps me to become a better writer ;) Yeah, Ilia coming along seems a little unnecessary but I do promise she is there for a reason. It may not be the best reason, but I do have one ;) I KNOW I NEED MORE ZELINK TOO! But I don't want to rush into it, you know? and that's a really good idea! I like jealous characters too*smirks* but I hope this chapter satisfies you! I hope you like it better then the other one! Thank you for your feedback! Tell me what you think(if you want) on this chapter! ;3


Link woke up in a cold sweat, the sun barely peeking over the hills. He pressed his eyes shut, the nightmare causing his heart to pound. It was the same one, Zelda dying in his arms, a voice taunting him, making him feel like it was all his fault. Link slowly sat up and stretched. The hard ground caused his back to ach. Ilia was still curled up nearby and Link felt his pounding heart slow. He wasn't sure what it was about the small girl, but every time he laid eyes on her he just had the urge to keep her safe. It wasn't the kind he got when he looked at Zelda, it was more like he needed to protect Ilia's innocence. Thinking of the Princess made his eyes scan the area to find her. She wasn't anywhere to be seen. Link shot to his feet, noticing her shoes were also gone. As quietly as he could he went over to feel her blankets. They were ice cold.

Panic gripped every inch of his body, but he took a deep breath, telling himself to calm down. She seemed like an early riser, maybe she was just out exploring Kakariko. Something told Link that wasn't the case, but he still cautiously pulled on his boots before slipping out the door to take a look around.

The rain had lightened, so it was mostly just a mist. It wasn't much better, though, because the fog made it so everything was hazy and hard to make out. Link hurried into the small town, checking all the open shops and asking every one if they had seen a tall blond girl around recently. They all furrowed their brow, before shaking their head and apologizing. Link cursed himself. He should have known she would do this. She wasn't aware of the dangerous monsters that came out at night, or even how powerful Queen Ganon truly was. He leaned down to pick some nearby grass to call Epona when he saw faded horse shoes imprinted in the mud. His pulse quickened as he picked the grass and blew quickly. By some chance those could be from Zelda. Link had to follow.

Epona immediately trotted over, whipping her white mane and neighing joyfully. Link stroked her effectionately before hopping on. The prints were harder to see from where he was sitting, but going on foot would take much more time. He would just have to pay attention. He turned Epona and was about to take off when someone called his name.

"Link, wait! Where are you going? Let me come with you!" Pipit cried, running up beside him. Link couldn't help the little smile that formed on his lips.

"I'm just going to check on the Princess-"

"Can I come?" Pipit interrupted, staring up with hopeful eyes.

"Uh, I think it would be best if you stayed here with Ilia. Make sure she tends to her wounds. Keep her out of trouble."

Pipit's whole face fell. His eyes were full of hurt, but Link somehow knew it wasn't because he had to stay behind.

"She ran away, didn't she? I knew it. If only I would have stayed up a bit longer. . ." Pipit looked down, his eyebrows pulled tightly together. "Please, bring her back safely. . ."

Link nodded once.

"Tell Ilia we'll be back."

With that, Link nudged Epona into a run, keeping a close eye on the ground below.

Zelda made it all the way to Hyrule safely. She wasn't sure how, but when she entered in the South doors, wet and shivering, immediately someone was there to help her. The whole ride she only encountered one monster, a Bulbin, and she easily shot it down with one of her arrows. The Princess was unaware, but most monsters saw her but didn't dare approach. They felt some sort of aura coming off her that told them she was powerful, and dangerous, so they stayed away. It was something Zelda still didn't know she possessed.

The rain never lightened, and if it hadn't been for Pipit's horse, Princess Zelda would have most likely never found her way to Hyrule. When they stepped on the rock bridge leading up to the town Zelda jumped down, her clothes heavy and full of rain. She hugged the horse around it's neck, thanking it. It nuzzled her back before she lead it to the giant wood doors. She stumbled through them, freezing and exhausted. Pipit's horse hesitantly followed, but it didn't like the atmosphere of the small town. Neither did Zelda. It was something that made her senses heighten, something powerful and evil.

"Sweetheart, do you need a place to stay?" a voice said, a figure coming from a nearby building. Zelda opened her mouth but no words came out. Someone ushered inside before she could get herself to speak.

"M- make sure the horse gets warmth and food. . ." was all the Princess could manage as she was pushed into a chair, a thick blanket draped over her shoulders.

"I will, hon, I promise. Hot tea?"

The Princess only nodded as the woman hurried off. A fluffy white cat came and stared up at Zelda before rubbing against her wet legs. It didn't seem to mind the fact she was drenched.

"Here you go," the kind woman placed a warm mug in Zelda's quivering hands. Finally, the Princess looked up to find a tall red headed woman. She had on a kind smile, her hands on her hips. "Now, what kind of a fool goes out with weather like this? And at this hour! It's almost three in the morning, did you know that?"

Zelda looked down, feeling ashamed.

"I know it was foolish. I just couldn't wait-"

"Well you should have! Your lips are blue and you look like you haven't slept in a few days."

Zelda just stared at the ground.

"But, Louise seems to like you, that means you're a good person. I'll let you stay here for a bit. I have an extra bedroom upstairs and some dry clothes that might fit you. What's your name, dear?"

Zelda considered lying to the woman, but figured there was no point.

"Zelda."

The woman's eyes grew.

"As in Princess Zelda?!"

The Princess only nodded, heat crawling up her neck. She still wasn't comfortable with the title 'Princess'.

"Well, heck! I've heard all about you, but you are so much different then I ever expected! It's my honor to have you here, Your Highness. I'm Telma, and if you didn't catch it before, that's Louise," Telma said, gesturing to the cat that had jumped into Zelda's lap and started kneeding.

Zelda laughed lightly, freeing one hand to stroke Louise's back. The cat began to pur.

"Your majesty-"

"Zelda is fine."

Telma eyed her skeptically before starting again.

"Zelda, why don't you come with me to get some fresh clothes."

The Princess smiled as Louise jumped down. She stood, sipping her warm tea, and followed Telma up some old wooden steps.

"Now, just tell me if I'm being rude, but why did you leave all those years ago? And why come back now? Why were you riding in the rain at night?" Telma gushed, entering a guest room and pulling out some clothes. Zelda sighed, hugging her warm mug close.

"It is a very, very long story. One I intend on telling to everyone at once, if you don't mind. I rode in the rain because I heard some," she paused, "bad things the Queen is planning. I'm hoping I can help."

Telma tossed her a plan shirt and some pants.

"I see. These should be comfy enough to sleep in. After you change, get some sleep. I can tell you all about what I've heard in the morning. It won't do you any good to listen now if you're tired and cold."

Zelda wanted to object, not sure if she could wait for information much longer, but before she could say anything Telma was already out the door. Zelda stared down at the soft pants and warm looking bed, deciding she could wait a few more hours. Zelda slipped on the clothes, having a hard time getting her wet sticky ones off, before sinking down under the covers. Within seconds she was asleep, smiling slightly as Link drifted into her thoughts.

When Zelda's eyelids fluttered open again, the sun was high in the sky. It seemed to be about one in the afternoon as Zelda sat up and stretched. She couldn't remember the last time she slept so soundly.

She pulled open the closet, hoping Telma wouldn't mind, as she pulled out a blue sun dress. It was shorter than what she normally wore and the sleeves were three quarter, but she slipped it on anyway. It fit her well enough, and she quickly twisted back her hair, slipped on her damp boots, and headed down the stairs, anxious for some information. Telma greeted her with a wide grin, drying glasses.

"Zelda, sweetheart, you look beautiful! I'm glad you helped yourself to the clothes, because there's some attractive boy here who wants to see you," she winked with a coy smile, and Zelda curiously turned the corner. Sitting at the bar, with Louise curled in his lap, was Link. He looked tired and his clothes were wet, but he seemed unharmed. Her heart soared when she saw him, smiling down at the fluffy cat.

"Link. . ." Zelda sighed, cautiously approaching him. When his eyes lifted they hardened upon seeing her. On the inside, she flinched.

"Princess. I'm glad you're safe," he stood, Louise falling from his lap with an unhappy meow. Zelda could tell he was upset.

"I am sorry-"

"It doesn't matter. We have to go. The Queen could appear at any moment. I don't think you realize how powerful she is. . ."

"Link, I don't think you understand how much I need to help these people. Bad things are going to happen, and I need to do everything I can to stop them. I'm sure if I talk to the Queen, she will realize how foolish she is being. I am her daughter-"

Link stepped forward, urgently placing his hands on Zelda's shoulders. Even though it wasn't affectionate, it sent a shower of warmth throughout her.

"She tried to kill you. She doesn't care if you're her daughter. She won't listen to anyone. All she wants is power."

The Princess's mind wandered back to the strange symbol on Ganon's sword, then to her recent discovery of her power. Maybe Link was right. . .

But Zelda remembered all the innocent people that would have to suffer, and she stepped away.

"I have to stay here-"

Suddenly, the bar's door was flung open and a tall figure covered by a long cloak stepped in. The person's face was hidden in the shadows. Zelda froze and Link step protectively in front of her, his hand hovering over the hilt of his sword.

"Princess, you have to leave. Right now. Queen Ganon, I can't block her out for much longer. She's coming. This time, she won't hesitate to kill you."

Zelda opened her mouth to respond but Link beat her to it.

"How do we know we can trust you?" His voice was hard.

The tall figure said nothing, just peeled back the front of her cloak to reveal a symbol. It was a red eye with three triangles above it and something, almost like a tear, dripping from the eye. Zelda thought it looked familiar, comforting, and she felt drawn to the strange cloaked figure.

"Link, we can trust this person, I know it," she said dazedly, looking up at him. Their eyes locked and Zelda felt her stomach flip. Just having his crystal eyes staring at her, seeing her, made Zelda never want to look away. His eyes were full of hesitation, and she was sure he wasn't feeling the same thing she was, but her heart still fluttered relentlessly. Link slowly nodded, looking away. He trusted Zelda's opinion.

"Let's go, then," the tall figure said, impatiently holding the door open.

"What about Telma-"

"She will be safe. For now, we need to get you as far away as possible," the cloaked figure rushed Zelda out the door, Link following closely. The figure looked around before practically dragging the Princess from Hyrule. Zelda resisted the urge to turn and run back inside. She had worked her way to there for no reason. Only then did Zelda notice the rain had stopped, and all the bridges still stayed in contact. Curiousity bubbled inside of her, but she swallowed it down.

"Where is the horse-"

"Already waiting for us. We are going to head back to Kakariko Village. Then I will tell you everything I know."

Zelda turned to look at Link. He was staring at the ground.

"Do you mind telling me who you are?" the Princess tried to ask politely as the figure practically lifted her onto Pipit's waiting horse. Link whistled for Epona.

"Impa." The girl took down her hood to reveal red eyes. They didn't frighten Zelda like Ganon's did, she found them oddly familiar. Impa smirked slightly before swinging on in front of Zelda. The Sheikah whipped the reins and the horse dashed off, Epona and Link silently following.

Ganon angrily threw down her mirror, flinging her cape around.

"How could this happen?! Where did she come from?! The Goddesses could not have possibly sent her!" The Queen shrieked. Nearby, her only companion fluttered its wings impatiently.

"T-that Sheikah! She will pay for this!" Ganon jerked off her cloak, shaking with anger. She had her third chance to kill Zelda, her foolish daughter who held the triforce of wisdom, but somehow got away. Again.

The Queen clenched her fists, digging her fingernails deep into her skin. Ganon's triforce glowed faintly as body buzzed with electricity. The Queen had started that heavy rain, knowing Zelda would set out for Hyrule soon enough. Ganon had hoped it would lure to Princess to Hyrule quicker, but it took her off track instead. This threw the Queen for the loop, but only momentarily. Ganondorf then disguised herself, and her faithful crow, as two women. She talked of what was going to 'happen' in Hyrule, hoping Zelda would panic and try get to the castle as soon as she could. The Princess did, and her mother waited gleefully to get her revenge. Once Zelda entered Hyrule, though, the Queen lost every connection to her. It was as if someone was blocking it, and Ganon suspected it was the Sheikah, Impa. Then, before the Queen could even make a new plan, Zelda was back out of her reach, gliding off with Link and Impa.

"I can't let her build her powers. I need to take her triforce before she learns how to use it," the Queen furrowed her brows in thought, her anger boiling down. She knew it would be simple just to transport to where Zelda was staying, but there would be too many people there to protect her and her power was much stronger in Hyrule. Ganon knew she somehow needed to lure the Princess away from the others, somewhere near or inside Hyrule.

Then it struck her. Ganon cackled evilly, causing the crow to excitedly flutter to her shoulder.

"Of course! It is so obvious! It will take time, though," the Queen gushed excitedly, whisking down the spiral staircase to her dungeon. She threw open the nearest book, searching for the right page. She froze, staring down, her eyes gleaming.

"Here it is. It won't be easy to get, but I will manage. I have to manage."

Her crow peeked down, scanning the yellowing page.

At the top it read:

Ersatz

If the crow could have laughed dryly, it would have.

There was no way Queen Ganon could fail this time.

Princess Zelda was finally going to receive the fate she deserved.


Impa Impa Impa Impaaaaa

Now the story can get interesting ;)

haha sorry if the Zelda "running away" part was too random.

But now many things can be solved

because Impa is the bestttttt

Also, anyone have an idea what Ganon is planning?

Heheh well I can assure you it does take a very long time, but there is no way she's losing this time

Tell me what you think! :)

Thanks for reading!