Chapter 8: Finally, No Worries (This is a long one xD but it has Midna give in to her feelings somewhat so i think it's worth the read.)
Lifting his blade to block the Warriors slash Link addresses him not lowering his guard.
"So, tell me more about this place here."
Taking a few steps back the Warrior speaks in a calm collected tone keeping his focus on Link as his fighting form changes. "This world is one that holds all the same properties as the one you are used to. The only exception being time, here time doesn't exist, you could spend years here training and only have a week pass for your world."
"Hmm, seems like it's useful but i bet you can't come here unless summoned correct?" Waiting for the response yet receiving only a nod before Link charges at the Warrior bringing his blade straight down as the Warrior lifts his shield blocking the blow.
The fight continues on between Link and the Old Warrior both charging and defending at one another the fight a seeming stalemate. Neither stopping to rest until Link drops his sword unable to lift it up anymore, once seeing Link the Old Warrior summons the fire with the mysterious stew that seemed to heal whatever wounds Link had.
(Midna)
She couldn't stop thinking about how Link had taken care of her when she had been passed and almost burned alive. The thought of a light dweller saving the life of a twili was something that boggled her mind, it was late into the night by the time she came out of her thoughts. Shaking her head a little she moves over to Link looking at him for a bit before reaching out and touching his cheek which is cold to the touch, quickly flying down to the village not caring if anyone sees her Midna uses the fire from a torch to light a small campfire for her and Link up at the Kakariko hot spring. Once the fire is settled down Midna scoots close to Link resting her back against his side before looking at him admiring his face as he is asleep. The fire glistens against his skin making his face seem to glow before her, a peaceful look on his face matches the calmness of the night no sounds heard except for the crackling of the fire and the occasional cricket in the distance, before long she is once again lost in her thoughts.
"This light dweller... he is very different from those i have already met before, or from any stories you hear when you are in the twilight realm. You hear that humans attack us on sight labeling us monsters, they charge and sometimes kill us while the rest of them along with those that can of us run away. I just can't help but feel... safe around him, it's like nothing i have ever felt before. I'm not sure at all what we need to do next, we could go anywhere in the world for all i know to find the fused shadow and stop Zant."
Pausing her thoughts for a moment to once again look at Link, a smile appearing on her face as she pulls his arm across her waist falling into her thoughts for the last time that night before falling asleep.
"I don't care where we go or what hardships we find ourselves facing, i'll be right there next to him protecting him as i can, as well as trusting him with anything no matter what the outcome or reason may be."
(Link)
Taking the last spoonful of the stew Link once again gets a feeling that his time in this world is ending for now.
"Before i go, can you tell me where i need to go next?" sighing a bit before standing and looking to the Old Warrior Link gathers his pack and sword.
"All i can tell you Hero is that you must go to the Zoras and once you find them you'll know how to find the last fused shadow." with a final nod from the Warrior Link starts to fall backwards getting lightheaded his eyes slowly closing finally shutting just as he connects with the ground.
Opening his eyes right away Link looks down to see the girl he had a crush on, the cute Imp creature Midna snuggled up against his side holding her arm in hers as it's draped across her body. He smiles staying as still and quiet as he can so he doesn't wake her, leaning his head back down against the rocky ground near the water of the spring Link can't help but grunt as his body glows golden once again. Involuntarily he sits up from immense pain causing Midna to wake up and look at him worried just before the glow fades Link once again looking more muscular and slightly more battle worn yet a youthful look about him. Sighing a sigh of relief Midna walks over to him putting a hand on his shoulder causing him to turn and look at her.
"Oh her Mids, what's up?" he asks with a smile on his face, she responds sarcastically.
"Nothing much, someone woke me up though. Do you have any idea what might've happened?"
"Sorry." chuckling and rubbing the back of his head Link stands up stretching.
Midna watches him as he stretches slowly looking over his body noticing how his muscles are slightly bigger she finds herself staring unable to look away from him as he turns to address her.
"Hey what did you want to do? I say that we more then deserve a rest after finding two of the fused shadows."
She stares for a moment longer before shaking her head a little looking up to his face, her voice a little shaky as well as her breathing a little heavy.
"Uhh, yea that sounds good. You lead the way."
Link turns to make his way down, Midna floating just behind him to his right side not bothering to go inside his shadow. Once they reach the main road of kakariko village all eyes are upon them, more specifically Midna, the two of them slowly make there way out of town Link leading the way for his friend who was unsure of their destination. Finally after a day and a half of walking the place Link was taking Midna came into view, castle town, getting closer stopping before the bridge outside the gates, the sounds from the town can be heard. Midna notices a guard quickly duck behind the wall and disappear, a little wary she tugs on Links tunic some.
"Hey, maybe i should go inside your shadow for a while."
"You can if you want, i'd much rather you stay next to me." flashing her a reassuring smile that she returns the two of them move forward entering castle town.
Upon entering castle town the two walk only a short distance before everyone gets quiet all looking at Midna, quiet whispers back and forth can be heard but are quickly silenced by a glare from Link to each person he hears whispering. As they reach the central area three guards quickly come walking up to the duo addressing them in loud harsh voices.
"You there step back you're being followed by a monster."
Instantly Link gets mad not moving a muscle as he turns to face the guards Midna remaining just behind him.
"I'm not moving anywhere and she is no monster, we're not here to harm anyone i give you my word about that. All we want is to stay for a few days to rest properly." states Link who tries his hardest to keep his voice under control obvious annoyance still can be heard.
"It's no use, men surround the beast and close in!" the guards move in a triangle formation around Midna and Link, slowly stepping closer and closer.
Looking around Link looks to each guard one after another preparing himself as a guard to his right charges to attack the "monster." Link quickly spins around grabbing Midnas hand and spinning her behind him some as the guard gets close his spear aimed for Links chest. Bringing up his fist Link slams it against the guards helmet causing it to dent as well as sending the guard rolling a bit unconscious, he draws his blade pulling Midna into his chest as he turns to face the final two guards who ran close. His blade pointed directly at the neck of the guard that gave the order Link speaks to them in an angry tone, a slight growl coming from his throat with each word.
"I told you that she is not a monster. If you wish to live then leave us alone, we will be gone in a few days and will get our rest in the time being so i suggest you tell the rest of the guards in this town to not be alarmed if word comes to you about her alright?
"Y.. ye.. yes sir!" turning and running away quickly Link sheaths his sword looking to Midna who is clutching his chest tight.
"It's alright, don't worry about anything alright? I'll protect you from anything."
A smile crosses her face upon hearing his words, once she's let go she floats up and kisses Links cheek lightly blushing just after she does so and turning before he can see. Link feels his stomach growls looking around to get his bearings before walking off south still holding Midnas hand. After a short walk south and going down an alleyway they find what Link was looking for, reading the sign just before entering it says "Telmas Bar." A small group of three people sit far from the door and a lady stands behind the counter who looks to the duo seeing only Link.
"Oh, well hello there cutie pie, is there any way i can help you? giving Link a seductive smile after emphasizing the word any.
"uhh, just some food and a room with a big bed for a few days please." disregarding her obvious attempt to seduce him he answers in a normal voice his eyes looking over to Midna who has clenched her fists yet somehow remains in the shadows hidden, he takes her little hand in his causing her to relax.
"As you wish honey, there's a room in the back with a nice big and sturdy bed. I'll also have a steak and glass of milk ready for you soon." giving him a wink before heading into the back to cook she leaves.
Taking a seat near the hallway out of the sight of prying eyes, Link sits down with Midna sitting next to him a glare on her face towards the direction of the kitchen, just before he can say anything she speaks.
"I swear if she tries anything i'll kill her." her eyes open wide suddenly realizing she had said it louder then she meant knowing Link heard her.
"Oh? and what exactly will you kill her for trying?" a smirk forming on his face as he looks at her seeing her blush red.
"uhhh nothing, it's nothing." embarrassed that he had heard her she looks at him before jumping from fear a little as Telma comes close with the food not noticing Midna yet again as her eyes are focused on Link looking his body over checking him out.
"Here you go darling, and here's the key to the room, don't forget though if there's anything at all you need i'm just a small distance away." giving another seductive smile and winking Telma turns and leaves back behind the bar cleaning something.
As Link cuts a small bite out of the steak and eats it he hears Midna growling once again then starting to get up. Shaking his head a little and chuckling he pulls her chair closer to him making her almost fall forward then causing her to fall back against his chest as the chairs hit one another. Midna looks up at him relaxing again and closing her eyes as she cuddles into his chest. Letting her relax Link eats a little more of the steak and drinks half the milk before disturbing Midna to eat.
"Hey Mids, you hungry? I saved you some food."
"Hmm? Oh yea, thanks Link." taking the plate she stabs the steak with the fork before lifting it up and violently biting at it taking a clean cut bite out of it after a few gnaws.
Laughing quietly to himself Link relaxes looking around the bar as much as he can before excusing himself and standing up leaving Midna to eat. He walks up to the bar hoping Midna doesn't flip before asking Telma if she knew where the zora where located, after thinking a few moments she sends him to the group of three sitting off to the side of the bar. Link carefully walks up to the table greeting the three there.
"Hello, my name is Link. I don't suppose any of you know where i can find the zoras do you?
A rather scrawny man with glasses speaks up first in a somewhat high voice. "Hey, i'm Shad. The zoras have some sort of domain based up a waterfall in lake hylia, there's a map of hyrule here if you wanna study it.
"Hey, who said guy could use our map? He looks like a child that doesn't even know his way around town yet." exclaimed a female in red pants her upper body adorned in thin plate armor.
"Oh shut it Ashei, he can use the map. I'm Russel by the way." a man says to the female before turning and nodding to Link as he introduced himself.
"Thanks Russel, i appreciate it." says Link before looking over the man unaware that Telma went to pick up the plate that was still held by Midna
Chapter 8 of my story :D
I know it's long i'm sorry xD
i just had a lot to get down aswell as more still to come in castle town
Stay tuned and thanks for reading. :3
