Chapter 9- Impa's Talk with Zelda

Zelda lay on her bed wearing her white cotton nightgown and night cap. As she lay under the soft covers, she mourned. She wished she and Link had never tried kissing. Then they would still be able to play together. She knew her father had a terrible temper and she was afraid to think of what he might do to her best friend. As she turned on her side, a small tear drop trickled down her cheek and splashed down on the covers.

At that moment, Impa came in. Seeing how sad the little princess looked, she took a seat on the side of her bed. "Don't worry, Zelda, it's all for the best," she comforted.

"Impa, you've always been like a mother to me," she sniffed. "But this time I have to say it: you're wrong! Link getting put in prison just 'cause we kissed isn't for the best!"

"I don't think Link will be put in prison," Impa said, stroking the little girl's golden hair. "And I won't let the king forbid you from playing with him. You two have too special of a friendship for me to let that happen."

Another tear rolled down Zelda's cheek, except this time it was because of joy. "You mean it? I'll still get to play with Link?"

"I'll do everything in my power to make sure you do," Impa promised.

Hearing those words comforted little Princess Zelda. "Thanks, Impa," she said with a smile.

"But I do have one question," the Sheikah began, the tone of her voice becoming strict. "Why were you two kissing anyways?"

Zelda laughed. "Well, you see, Link said he saw Mido and Saria kissing. We thought it was some sign of friendship. So we tried, oblivious to the fact that little kids aren't supposed to do that. We had no idea a light would come on, and I still don't know how it did," she explained.

"How did kissing Link feel?" Impa asked, curiously.

Princess Zelda beamed. "Wonderful," she replied dreamily. "Like nothing I had ever experienced before." Then her voice turned frank. "It was kind of weird, too."

"Haha, that's the Zelda I knew since you were born," Impa chuckled. "But let me ask you something else. How do you honestly feel about your little friend Link?"

Hearing that, little Zelda's face turned red. "I-I know I can tell you anything," she began nervously. Then, letting out a sigh, she continued. "So I'll tell you the truth. I'm not sure. Sometimes I feel shy around him but most of the time I don't. I felt this weird feeling while we kissed, like it was meant to be or something. I don't really know how to describe it."

"Hmm," Impa said thoughtfully. "That is strange."

Suddenly, Zelda felt herself start to cry. "Oh, Impa, I love Link!" she sobbed. "I don't know what I will do if I can't ever seem him again! I love him so much that it hurts!"

"Shhh," the Sheikah whispered soothingly. "Calm down, calm down. I won't let that happen. I promise. You'll be able to grow up with him and everything will be fine."

Zelda calmed down a bit and nodded. "Thank you," she said weakly. Then she closed her eyes and drifted off to sleep. Impa quietly tiptoed out so she wouldn't wake her. While Zelda slept, she had a strange dream.

Everything was decorated white in the castle chapel. Millions of people sat in the pews. 18 year old Link stood at the end of the row, in a black version of his tunic. He had a nervous smile on his handsome face. Next to him stood Talon, the closest thing he had to a father. There was a minister behind a gold and white podium. Then, melodious music started to play from the organ that Malon was playing. 18 year old Zelda came down the isle with a shimmering white dress that's tail dragged on the white carpet. Beside her stood her father, the king of Hyrule, clothed in royal garments. They came down the isle gracefully. When they got to the end, Zelda stood next to Link. Then the minister started to speak. After they made their vows and said their 'I do's', the preacher said, "I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride." Link turned to Zelda and wrapped his arms around her slender figure. When they brought their lips together, everyone started to cry. Malon almost stopped playing the organ because the tears were too heavy. Everything was just wonderful.

Zelda woke up abruptly. When she realized that it had all been a dream, she called for Impa. Impa came rushing in. "What is it, Zelda?" she asked urgently.

"I had the most wonderful dream!" Princess Zelda exclaimed. "Me and Link were 18 and we were getting married!"

"That's nice," Impa said, patting her on the head.

Suddenly, Zelda remembered the predicament yesterday. "Where's Link?" she asked urgently.

"He's in the throne room with your father," Impa replied calmly.

"What?!" Zelda screamed, jumping out of bed. "I'm not going to let Daddy hurt my poor Link!" And without even changing out of her nightgown, she raced out.

Author's Note: Well there's chapter 9. Sorry it was a little short, but I hope you liked it. Wow, this story has only like a few chapters left to go before it's finished. Then I can start working on those other stories...Anyways, please review! And no flames please!