Link's POV

I ran down the hallway quickly. I was very close to the court room, which my Master was in, but my time was already up.

I had already taken a punishment today and didn't feel like taking another. My back still ached and throbbed and the tunic I was wearing rubbed up against the tender, torn flesh. The thought of getting whipped again sent me into a small panic.

I picked up my pace and didn't pay any attention to where I was going. I hoped the beating I took earlier put Master in a better mood, at least enough to be somewhat merciful.

BAM

I suddenly fell to the floor, hissing lowly as my back scrapped onto the hard ground. I breathed heavily from the sudden fall and from running down the halls. My gaze was casted downwards and I noticed a pair of torn leather sandals in front of me. I must have run into someone. Oops!

"I-I'm sorry!" I panted apologetically. I was then grabbed by my arm and hoisted up, back onto my feet. I gulped and looked up. My eyes widened as I saw the girl who I rescued earlier stand before me. My face then turned into one of great happiness to see she was still alive and well.

"Don't worry about it. Because of you, my child and I shall live another day. Thank you!" she said, pulling me into a tight embrace. I wince when her calloused hands touched my back. She heard me and backed away, worry overshadowing her eyes.

"You're hurt!" She paused and sniffled a bit, obviously trying to hold back her emotions. "I hope that's not because of me," she breathed, her eyes glazing over with tears.

Unfortunately, these wounds that littered by back were because I saved her life along with the other low ranked servants that were with her.

I looked into her teary eyes and smiled, reassuring her it was alright. Then I wrapped my arms around her in a comforting hug. Being this close to her, I could feel her stomach more rotund than should naturally be. She is pregnant.

My smile widens. Not only did I save her life, but I also saved her unborn child's life as well. I protected two lives today and took a harsh whipping for it, but I was happy and actually forgot about the stinging pain pulsing from my scaring wounds.

I pulled away from the girl and started to walk way towards the court room, but I halted my actions when I heard her voice.

"Young man," she hollered. I turned around and looked at her, giving her my full attention. "I have never met such kindness from a higher ranked slave, especially one so close to Lord Ghirahim, so I thank you again and also, if you don't mind me asking, what is your name?" Her tone was that of a caring and thankful mother's.

"It's Link, and you're very welcome. Goodbye now!" I said, waving as I hurried to my Master. I looked at a clock that hung lazily on the wall. Crap! I'm ten minutes late.

I see the large double doors that lead into the court room and with great haste; I sprint towards it and push the doors open with ease.

I peer inside and instantly spot Master conversing with Shifalala. She is another servant but was middle ranked. She is very loyal to my Master and was quickly rising in ranks. She probably soon will be as high in ranks as I am.

I gently close the door behind me and take a couple steps in, then wait patiently for Master to finish speaking to Shifalala. I breathed a sigh of relief because my Master didn't seem to notice the time. I was safe from another beating. Thank the Goddess!

A few more minutes ticked by and my Master looks in my direction, eyes widening slightly as he notices me waiting patiently for him to finish whatever business he was dealing with.

My Master then focuses his attention back to Shifalala, says something I can't hear, and then waves her off, signaling for her to leave.

Once she leaves, he strides up to me, hands on his hips. "You're late," is all he says before he sighs. "It's alright though, I did put you in a bit of a predicament so it's to be expected and I really don't have time to deliver another punishment your way." He then narrowed his eyes and me and leaned forward a bit, looking me up and down. "Why are you wearing that? It's much too big for you." He wrinkles his nose a bit in disgust.

I shrug. "I haven't been able to do my laundry and was out of clothes. I found this and decided to wear it since I didn't have much time." I said casually and put a little emphasis on the 'time' part.

Master rolls his eyes then stands up straight to look down on me. "I have an important task for you, so listen carefully and don't screw it up." He firmly states and crosses his arms over his chest. I look him in the eyes, showing him I'm all ears.

"I need you to go down into the catacombs. There is a special item deep within them that I need you to get for me. Unfortunately, there are several paths and traps that can easily get you lost or killed. But you are the only one I trust for the job so make sure you get the map that is hanging on the wall near the entrance. At least that will hopefully help you somewhat." He explained. My eyes had widened during his explanation. I didn't know there were catacombs and where were they are located. I was about to ask but he spoke before I could get a word out.

"If you wondering where the catacombs are located, they are deep blow the dungeon. One of the bokoblins will assist you to the entrance, but after that, you're on your own." My Master then turned me around to where my back was facing him. He then started to push me out of the court room. I turned my head to look at him and regretted it instantly since I almost lost my footing.

Master shoved me out the door then watched me intently as a red bokoblin herded me towards the exit of the castle. I stopped for a moment and looked back over my shoulder to see my Master waving with an amused look on his face. "Good luck, child!" He cheered then disappeared behind the court doors.

I frowned but continued on with the bokoblin. Once we were outside, we headed several yards away from the castle. I didn't see anything and looked around.

Out of the corner of my eye, I saw something shimmer from the now setting sun. I looked over and saw the bokoblin was holding some kind of talisman.

The talisman was blue and was shaped like a teardrop. Different shades of blue could be seen swirling inside as it was being held up to the light.

The ground began to shake rapidly catching me off guard and making me lose my balance. I was relieved that I landed on my stomach. My back deserved a break after all the abuse it has gone through.

A pathway suddenly appeared as the earth concealing it split and torn apart. I stood back up, dusting off my clothing since it got a little dusty and walked towards the entrance to the catacombs. A clawed hand jerked me to a stop before I could proceed with my decent.

I follow the clawed hand holding me back with my eyes to the bokoblin. I narrow my eyes at it. Why was this creature holding me back? "Wait," the bokoblin said in the demon language. I understood the creature and nodded.

Master taught me the demon language so I could speak fluently with everyone since not many knew Hylian. I knew both languages, but mostly stuck to Hylian since the language felt more comfortable to speak.

I looked up from the bokoblin now letting go of my arm, to another who was coming our way with large pouch in its clawed fingers. It quickly ran towards us and lifted the pouch up to me. "Take it. It has all that you need inside." He quickly said also in the demon language. I took it gratefully and thanked him in the demon tongue since I knew they couldn't understand Hylian.

I turned back to the entrance, took a deep breath, and began my decent down the stone floors into the catacombs.

Author's comments: Wow this was shorter than expected to be. Oh well. Promise the next one will be longer.

Wonder what's going to happen to Link? What is in the catacombs especially since they are directly under the dungeon and we all know the condition of the dungeon? If the dungeon is in that bad of a condition with prisoners almost constantly in there, what will the abandoned catacombs bring? When will I stop asking questions? Probably never X) Anyways hope you enjoyed and the next chapter will be up as soon as possible. Now I am off to bed