Ok so sorry it's been taking me longer to update. My laptop is having technical problems and I might have to buy a new computer now which is sad because my new computer isn't even a year old and I hate wasting money on things that shouldn't have to be paid for...aaaarrgh technology hates me. But anyway I'm saving up for a new one so I don't have to use this old crappy one any longer and can write whenever I want. But anyway moving on...oh and happy Valentine's Day everybody

Chapter Ten

Forced Back To Reality

"What's wrong dear? You look like you've seen a ghost!" the voice that came from behind me made me jump. I felt a hand on my shoulder and turned around to see the brooding face of Pergie staring into my own. She was correct, I had seen a ghost in a sense.

I didn't want Pergie to worry. Tonight should be filled with celebrations. Tomorrow I would tell them of my news. I still had a few kinks to work out of the situation. If I told them, I'd have to have evidence. That'd be wondering how I knew Ganondorf wasn't dead. I would have to tell them he was my boss. So instead I lied. "Nothing is wrong." I said putting on a fake smile. "It's just hot in here that's all." I fanned myself for good measure and smiled even wider.

The brooding look disappeared from Pergie's face was replaced with understanding. "You're telling me." She laughed and patted my back comfortingly. "But I might say, you look absolutely stunning in that dress of yours." And then in a whisper. "All the village boys are looking at you." Then she chuckled once more and walked off leaving me blushing and more nerve-wrecked than before.

In my head I speculated the possible solutions. I could either:

A: Tell Link in person and then leave before he can catch me and kill me

B: Leave a note then leave (this was risky because what if they didn't take me seriously?)

C: Play the innocent victim and act like Ganondorf made me do his dirty work…or

D: Don't tell them at all.

Each one didn't have a positive ending I felt. I didn't want to ruin the lives of everyone in Hyrule but yet I didn't want to ruin mine and Lucy's lives. This wasn't the appropriate time to blab my mouth. I'd have to wait until after the party to express my newfound knowledge. The last thing I wanted was utter chaos at this party.

I took in a few deep breaths and tried to calm down my shaky hands and only focus on the present…the party. The music had started up again and people were beginning to become inebriated and merry. Dancing care freely around with the fast paced and festive music. I envied them slightly, groveling of their amusement. If only they knew the dangers that would soon plague them, I'm sure they wouldn't be this merry.

I had to correct myself from my pessimistic thinking and try to act like I was having a good time as to not draw attention to myself. I waltzed over to one of the large tables that held appetizers and drinks and poured myself a little of the punch (which contained alcohol) as a vain attempt to calm myself down. After about the sixth drink I felt numb and merry as the rest of those around me. I swung around gaily letting my light green dress twirl around my slim figure as I danced with the others. At one pint I had grabbed a highly surprised Beth and did a few dance number with her.

Even though I was a little dazed I was still somewhat coherent. I surveyed other couples watching their private encounters. Such as the way they danced closely with their eyes fixated on one another. I become saddened by this. In all my 17 years of living I had never experienced anything close to love. I had always been to busy to concern myself with such things.

Pergie and Jaggle danced closely as did the lady from the bar, Telma, and a man I had recognized from Kakariko village. Then of course there was the man who ran the S.T.A.R. tent taking turns dancing with the three girls that hovered by his tent. They weren't the only ones, there were many more of course. It seemed as if everyone had a partner except for myself.

"Why look so down?" I flinched at this voice. Link always seemed to pervade my thoughts when I was thinking the most embarrassing ones.

"Just a little tired that's all. Long day." I laughed almost robotically, taking a note that the music was calming down to a more slow and intimate pace.

"Know what you mean…" he said his voice trailing off. If only he knew the half of it, I thought to myself shaking my head. Link and I stopped in conversation as we both had run out of things to say. The awkward pause between us seemed to grow as we both watched the other happy couples dancing slowly in the ballroom.

"Where's Ilia?" I asked trying to make polite conversation.

"Oh she and some of her friends from town ran off to see the royal horses. Ilia likes those things…" Link trailed off again. I could feel his eyes on me but I refused to look at his face. Instead I looked down at my strapless gown and realized how naked and vulnerable I felt in a dress.

"Would you like to dance with me?" he asked slowly as if not wanting to startle me. My face flushed a bright tomato color and despite my better judgment a smile broke out between my cheeks. I had never danced before but it looked fun.

"I'm a poor dancer." I laughed becoming embarrassed.

"Oh c'mon. Slow dancing is easy, I'll take you through it." He said calmly as he grasped my hand. I flushed again feeling a little bit guilty. I almost thought he could read my thoughts and became more embarrassed by this. When he grabbed me it felt like a thousand butterflies had landed in my stomach.

Without saying a word Link placed my hand on his shoulder and then grabbed my free hand and put it on his waist. I felt my brain becoming fuzzier as he did this. Then after he had put my hands in their proper place he took his own and placed them firmly on my waist. Was it just me or was it getting hot in here?

We danced slowly rocking back and forth to the music. I was still shy so I didn't quite look up at his face but instead of at my black heels, making sure I didn't accidentally step on his feet. When the song ended I was expectantly to let go but instead he only pulled me closer than before enclosing the gap that separated us. I let out a nervous laugh and Link stood looking very stoic. Not laughing or smiling but staring into my eyes. His eyes were very blue. I had always known this but staring right into them made me swoon. They looked like shiny sapphires and lit up when he smiled. They reminded me of the crystal clear waters that I often recognized in Hyrule. I couldn't help but wonder if my own green eyes had the same effect on him.

I lost track of time, I was beginning to get dizzy. Little by little our bodies inches closer and closer until finally there was no gap between us. Our bodies were pressed together and my hands had since moved from around his shoulder and waist to around his necks. I become less and less nervous and became more apt to look into his eyes instead of my feet. "You look really pretty tonight." He commented after what felt like a lifetime of rocking back and forth to music.

"Ilia looks prettier." I commented. Soon after I said this I wanted to smack myself in the face. Here we were having a nice time and I had to bring up his girlfriend.

"I'll be the judge of that." Link chuckled slightly. I felt myself becoming a bit baffled by him saying this. This was so out of his character. Usually he was so into Ilia and never paid any attention to me. Tonight was the opposite. I looked down again afraid he might read my mind. As I was looking down I felt his hand come off my waist and felt him raise it up until it was under my chin. I flicked my eyes upward and noticed that he was staring at my lips.

When he saw that I was looking at him finally he smiled and flashed his pearly white teeth and continued to stare at my lips. Then before I could even comprehend what was going on I felt him lean in, his lips were barely centimeters away from my own when I heard….

"Link? What are you doing?!?" I froze up and felt like I had just been doused in ice water. Link threw his hands off me and I backed up quickly to the side as if I had just grabbed a hot pan.

"Ilia we were just dancing." I heard Link protest. All the magic from the night seemed to disappear and reality came dancing back to me.

"I can't believe you!" Ilia huffed as she quickly became to storm away. I heard the clicking of her heels as she stomped off away from us. If I was correct I saw a glimmer of liquid brim her eyes. I hope I didn't make her cry.

"Ilia!" Link shouted back at her as he followed. Without thinking I followed along also. Not knowing what to expect in return.

Sorry no blood again! I know I keep promising but c'mon it's Valentine's Day we don't need a bloody holiday. Next chapter I will TRY. I keep saying it I know...I'm sorry I failed you once again. Please don't come after me with pitchforks and cupid arrows...But I DO have it in the plot line it WILL show up eventually I swear on my life you the reader will have it.

Again thanks to my readers and those who have reviewed. I love you guys to pieces! You inspire me to write more everyday without you guys I'd be nothing. So lots of love I hope you got some chocolate today and if you didn't get any love I'll give you an internet hug and kiss lol.

Allie