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Chapter 26

"Chad?! Are you alright?" Fauna asked, deeply surprised to see him. "And..." Fauna bowed, "Lady Impa."

"Forget the formalities," Impa said quickly, "do you have any idea where your friend is?"

Fauna nodded. "I've found a trail, but kinda of went on..." Fauna hesitated, "another adventure."

"I see." Impa said, giving a small glance in Link's direction. By now, he had put away his sword, but he still gave Chad a wary look.

"Oh, Chad! I didn't introduce you yet. This is Link." Chad stiffened.

"...his name is Link?"

Link glared. "His name does happen to be Link." There was a short awkward silence.

"Err...nice to meet you Link." Chad said, dusting himself off. "Anyways, you said you were on a trail. We should immediately start searching for Ki..Ki...hi." Chad looked a little uneasy, and his face slowly became a light shade of pink. Fauna spun around to see Eve up and about.

"Eve! You really shouldn't be up! You should be resting!" Fauna commanded, "after that fiasco yesterday, you should be in bed for about a week, regardless of the healing spell!"

"I know...but...there was such a racket, I just had to see what was going on." Fauna sighed.

"Well, sorry." Fauna turned back around to face the group. "I minds as well introduce you to my friend, Chad. Chad, this is Eve. Eve, this is Chad." Instead of doing anything, Chad remained spellbound by her presence. After a long glare from Fauna, he snapped out of it.

"Uhm, uh, hi." Eve gave a faint smile before sitting down beside Link. Chad seemed to get a bit aggravated by this, but he didn't say anything.

"Well, if you have the trail, we have to get right on it." Impa pressed, looking about to make sure no one was trying to eavesdrop. She lowered her voice. "Something big is going to happen. Even the princess knows it. Perhaps...perhaps if we were to rescue your friend, I could find out whether it is connected to her or something else. Something...bigger."

"Bigger...what?" Fauna questioned.

"War."

Kiara stood glued to her spot. What did she mean by the full story? Topaz had told her everything about how it came to be that they were two souls in one body. The lady seemed happy that Kiara didn't decide to object and make the story take longer to explain. She used some type of magic to close the door behind Kiara and then smiled.

"When Mercury and Topaz were born, they were twins who would possess great power. I saw them as the two warriors who would take over the land and rule as the prince and princess. And I...their queen. I was their eldest sister, and between me and them was two girls and a small boy. But you see, they intended to teach you pointless things, not how to rule a kingdom and fight. After a while, I managed to convince one of them to my side to show them how we rule over the lands as empresses, I, empress of the north, and my sister, empress of the south. Yet the other sister decided that this was a horrible idea. She believed we were usurpers and so...during a great festival...she took off with Topaz. Of course, my sister forgot that I was the messenger between the spirits and the living, so under my command, I sent out a group of poes to take her back...dead or alive." She stopped to take a breath before a wicked smile was plastered on her face. "They chose to take her back dead...it was much easier that way. But Topaz was nowhere to be found, so I thought she had drowned her, my chance of power sinking to the bottom of the river with her. But instead, that was not to be."

She moved inbetween Kiara and Topaz and smiled.

"Several uneventful years later, I discovered a young maiden that resembled the child who would give me ultimate power, and who did it happen to be? Topaz! She was alive, and I...I had been forgotten by her. By then, my other sister had died of a disease brought in by a hylian trader. This is what ignited my hatred for the hylians. When I demanded his life in return for peace, the kingdom of Hyrule refused. So I decided to set in motion a grand plan. The extinction of their own royal bodyguards...and with that, they would not be able to protect their heirs, so when they all died, I would rise up to take their place. And after a long check, I believed that is exactly what happened." She turned towards Kiara with a pitying look. "I could find no sign of any soul on the other side of the mountains."

Kiara fought back tears and glared at her. "How would you even know we existed there? How would you have gotten there?"

A wicked smile on her face appeared, "ah...I was once a sheikah. I had gone under the name Lyeya, but it seems they have gotten rid of my name from the history books. I was a great warrior, but they banished me for using dark magic. Unbeknowst to them, I had passed on some of my great dark magic to two other children. My younger brother...and a promising child. In fact, she was there before the catastrophe that consumed your precious village."

Kiara gasped. "What? Who?"

"Why...I believe you knew her?!" The lady looked quite amused by the befuddled Kiara. She smiled, "there's no reason you need to be introduced, I'm sure you will recognize her. Charna!"

'Charna? Who...' Kiara trailed, turning towards a small door that opened up. In walked a girl with pale skin. She had short, raven dark hair and red eyes. She was adorned in a short red dress with knee high black boots, which Kiara could see, surprisingly. She stopped once she was inside the room and the door shut behind her. Kiara's eyes widened in recognition, and she managed to choke out a few words.

"T-that child you passed your magic onto was...Nova?"

"War?! That's ridiculous!" Eve interjected, "all of the countries roundabout are bound by a treaty to Hyrule!"

"All but Termina and the islands that are beyond it." Impa quickly replied. "But I don't believe that it will come to that...hopefully. But nevertheless, we can continue our discussion elsewhere. All of you must come with me to the princess so we can discuss this." Since no one objected, they headed to the castle.

...A short time later...

Eve, Chad, Impa, Fauna, Link, and Princess Zelda were all assembled in a private room. It wasn't silent though, because once they arrived, Link and Zelda started a small conversation about something, and once that died down Impa finally managed to get everyone's attention.

"Princess," Impa said, "these are the two of the three you saw in your dreams, are they not?" She motioned towards Chad and Fauna. Princess Zelda nodded.

"They are. But where is the third? Has she fallen ill?"

Fauna hesitated, not quite sure if it was directed towards her or Impa. But when Impa didn't reply, Fauna looked at Zelda. "Last time we were together...she was sick." Fauna looked away, trying not to remember the frustration and anger she had felt towards Chad. "I was on my way to find her, but I was...side-tracked."

Chad gave her a questioning glance, but didn't push for answers. Zelda continued.

"So that's what delays her. Impa, you were saying that a war could arise because of...children?" Chad flinched.

She's calling us children, she's probably only a few years older than me. Chad thought, and yet she calls us children. No, we are not children. We are the Warriors of the Sheikah Tribe. Sheikah Warriors.

"Actually, they can look out for themselves very well. If they couldn't, they wouldn't be here." Impa quickly said, much to the relief of Chad. It was one thing to have royalty insult you, but when you weren't of the same status, insulting back would be...well...awkward and rude. Though...insulting anyone is just rude.

"Well, if that's the case, Impa, you must find their last companion. Perhaps...perhaps there shall be no war."

"With luck, there may still be bright days ahead. But I still see a large dark cloud looming by the horizon." Impa said, getting up. In about ten minutes, the matter had been settled. Impa would accompany Fauna and Chad to find their friend (Kiara), while Eve stayed to recuperate and Link visited Zelda.

"Nova?! What are you doing here? Is the village alright? Get help!" Kiara shouted, flailing her arms in an attempt to get Nova moving. But she didn't move at all. There was a strange glint in her eyes. Kiara gulped, "what have you done to her?"

"Gave her a new choice. You may have noticed, that because you were set in the group with this Chad a great rift in friendship had been created. Separated from her friends, she began to lose hope and the will to live. But I...I!" She stopped, taking in another breath, "it was I who promised her a place where she would be accepted, where her dreams could come true and she could live anyway she wanted...that is...under the covenant. She would no longer become a sheikah and bear those horrible tattoos..she would become part of the Shadow Warriors, a new group that would rise to bring balance to Hyrule and the outlying lands. Or...maybe in a couple of years...New Shyun."

"...New...Shyun? Do you mean to replace the fruitful, peace-loving people of Hyrule?"

"Insolent fool! Have you heard nothing I told you! I despise the land of Hyrule! I have already found out what percentage of the population that is with me. Those who will not shall not be killed...they shall become slaves and live in a place where they are separated and cut off from the rest of civilization."

"The other side of the mountains." Kiara and her chorused.

"My...my home...you are going to ruin that land and make it a slave land?!" Kiara was enraged. Instead of being rooted to the spot, she felt color rising to her cheeks.

Me...a girl who was born in a sheikah village, destroyed, and only for the land to be repurposed for innocent people made into slaves to live.

"This will never happen!" Kiara roared. "And I don't see how this has anything to do with Topaz!"

"Oh, but it has everything to do with her. Mercury and Topaz were part of the Shadow Warriors. In fact, if you haven't seen it, the four circles on her forehead means that she belongs to the Shadow Clan. She was born part of it, and shall forever remain part of it. Everywhere I went, I have dubbed these people part of the Shadow Clan, and they shall have plenty of privileges when I become queen and rule over New Shyun."

Kiara clenched her fist and squeezed her eyes shut. None of this is true...Topaz told you all she knew...she doesn't know of this... Kiara looked at Topaz, but she avoided her gaze and kept her head low. But Kiara could see it now. The mark was hiding right underneath Topaz' bangs.

"So it's true..." Kiara trailed, tears welling in her eyes, "you aren't what you say you are...you're not even on our side..." A lone tear slipped down Kiara's cheek before others followed. Kiara sniffed and wiped her eyes. "I came in here for nothing. I'm leaving." But as Kiara made her way towards the door, Charna (Nova) got in front.

"Not so fast Kiara. All you have heard will never reach the outside world. That is...until Hyrule becomes New Shyun, and you agree to join the Shadow Clan. For now, you shall remain in here."

"Nova, I thought you were my friend!" Kiara shouted, getting extremely frustrated with the turn of events. First Nova shows up, but doesn't turn out to be on my side, then it turns out that everything Topaz told us isn't true.

A sly grin formed on "Nova's" face. Then there was a evil glint in her eyes. "To tell you the truth, Kiara...I never really liked you." She started taking a few steps toward her, "in fact, I hated you."

Fauna pulled out the amulet and began dowsing again. She felt a strong pull towards somewhere west of the castle. As the sun set Impa turned towards Fauna and Chad.

"Your journey has obviously been long and hard. I suggest you rest at Hyrule Castle or a nearby inn - if you already booked a room - before setting out at sunrise. Don't worry about your supplies, I'll get started on packing for you."

"That's very kind, Impa, but the princess..." Fauna trailed

"Totally agrees with Impa." Princess Zelda said as she stepped in the room. "I believe it would be good for you to rest before setting out on another adventure."

Chad and Fauna exchanged glances.

"And what about the village? Will any relief supplies be sent there?"

"They have already been sent. Though...they had to swear never to reveal the location. They were specifically chosen for their skills and attitude." Impa reassured. Again, Chad and Fauna exchanged glances.

"Well?" Princess Zelda asked.

"Well...? Well what?" Fauna questioned.

"Well, did you have anything planned?"

"Actually," Fauna bit her lip, then continued, "I hadn't planned any reservations. We were hoping to return as a party back home with the supplies but..."

"But? But what?" Princess Zelda pressed. Fauna gave an amused look towards Chad. Is she mocking me?

"But after Kiara had been taken, the plan...went off schedule." Fauna said, not wanting to bring up the touchy subject of the fight.

"Ah, I see. Let's get you to your rooms. I'm sure you are exhausted." Princess Zelda said, smiling. The group turned around and walked back inside the castle.

"Hate me?! What have I done that deserves your hate?"

"You have always been in the way, always messing up plans...I wanted to move things along easier, give Chad some time to make a decision...but no...you had to eavesdrop, and so, there wasn't a moment I could tell him anything. A moment I couldn't tell him of the destiny we shared together."

"Destiny you shared with Chad? What in Hyrule do you mean by that?"

"Haven't you pieced the two together yet? Are you really as stupid as Lady Hyruna believes?"

'Lady Hyruna? That is her name? Ah...so Nova has fallen under Lady Hyruna's commands and rules and so she opposes me. She never was on my side. And I thought we could be friends.

"For you information," Kiara retorted, "I am a smart girl and I am sure you are too. You are wasting your life and potential under this 'Lady'. You are on the road to folly and failure. There is no way Hyrule will fall and this 'land' that you'll call New Shyun prosper. It will be the end of the world as you waste lives in a battle that shall never make headway. And you...Nova. You will fall at the hands of someone who realizes that what you and your mistress wish for is not right. In fact, by the goddesses, you will make this prosperous land cursed."

"Such strong words from a foolish girl." Lady Hyruna laughed. Her eyes twinkled in amusement. "Such brutal thinking. Do you mean to think that a war will occur, with the land of Hyrule in the middle of a jubilee year?" She laughed, "they are as smart as the fools and fake wizards. They merely celebrate and party, and for generations, the one lady who could lead them out of their horrid cycle, dies every time she gives birth to a girl. The Princess Zelda? Have you not seen the cycle in history? Her mother is the wise one, but every time, she dies because of a difficult birth or something else to prevent her from helping Zelda become a capable ruler. She...she is a fool who will sit on the throne. She knows nothing of war and the difficulties that shall be pressed upon her precious people, if she dare refuse to hand over the throne."

Kiara clenched and unclenched her fists. Although Lady Hyruna had made a point, Kiara refused to believe that Princess Zelda was not a capable ruler. In fact, how could she not be, if she inherited the triforce of wisdom?

"And I don't see how you'll ever be able to control Hyrule anyways." Kiara spat.

"Oh silly girl, my iron grip will squeeze out the folly and foolishness that resides on this ripe land. And I have the power to do that." Lady Hyruna laughed, as she showed her hand. On the back of it was the triforce, and the top triangle glowed. "Because I...own the triforce of power."

Dun dun dun! And everything is coming together! I can't wait until I get to the best part of the story - the end! But nope! This will probably be...SPOILER!...a sequel! And as much as I would love to get started on that next, I believe I have a story to get started on.

A Link Between Earth! (Though I don't have five votes yet.)

This will -not!- be the last time I say this, but there is a poll on my page for the next story I should write. Although I have already written 'Jingle', that is a spur-of-the-moment fanfic. If I have extra time I update that. But there is another Legend of Zelda fanfic that I hope to write...A Link Between Earth! And I want to try something out...a collab! If you are interested I will send in the plot and if you like it, I will send in the document by DocX or PM. Either is fine, but DocX is preferred.

In the poll, I need at least five votes, but the one that has the most when I finish this will be started next - A Link Between Earth -. The sequel to this story shall be arranged later, and if need be, I might ask for a beta-reader ;) Other than this overflowing fountain of news, I must begin working on my Star Wars Rebels (SWR) fanfic: Jingle - my wild attempt at following the series by an OC's P.O.V while mixing humor in the fray! - Hope you enjoyed this chapter and plz review!

Yours truly,

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