The Princess began the formalities. "I have gathered the Royal Council here today to discuss upcoming events. But first, I would like to congratulate you all on your achievements. Over the past few months, we have strived to return Hyrule to the glory it once was. With the help of each and every one of you, we have succeeded in rebuilding Hyrule Castle, the monument which we all reside in and no doubt hold our own notion of pride for. We have succeeded in forging new relations with the Gorons and the Zoras, and hope to extend our influence to the desert and the forest. We have succeeded in returning people to work, to schools and to their homes; we have resurrected a society."
As expected, she was not met with a round of applause but a mere nod of acknowledgement.
"Now that I believe my kingdom can rejoice in recovery, it is time to look to the future of the kingdom; to lands elsewhere."
Each member of the Council glanced to one another with anticipation. Knowingly, Ningan folded his arms and stayed quiet.
"Since Ganondorf's reign of terror, we have struggled to revive some of the land he has intoxicated. Our relations with our neighbours may be stronger at best, but they will never be the same. So I wish to expand our kingdom."
"Are you saying you wish to gather the Royal Hylian Forces and prepare for invasion?" Laurel frowned, anxious and confused.
"Of course not, Laurel!" Zelda chortled. "I wish to expand our borders not through aggression but through friendship. I believe that beyond our borders, there lies new realms and new peoples for us to associate, trade and ally with. And I wish the Council to be a central part of this new expanse. Thus, I propose the organisation of an expedition, in search of new lands."
"A vacation?" Dakota's eyes glinted. "How delightful!"
"This journey will not be easy, Dakota." Zelda informed her. "It will be challenging, demanding and possibly dangerous. These are new realms which remain unexplored by any Hylian before."
"But Your Majesty...what about yourself?" Ezra questioned worriedly. "Will you remain here in the Castle...alone?"
"I assure you, I'll be more than fine." Zelda replied. "My father coped for decades without assistance. I am incredibly grateful for your guidance and service these past few months...yet I feel now is the time for me to spread my wings and become an independent ruler. You are now dismissed. I wish you all to leave this room and beginning organising your journey."