Hi hi hi hi hi hi! Teller here!
Ok, so I've noticed something with the last couple previous chapters; they're short now.
Dreamer- you just now notice?
Teller- *ignores Dreamer* So, for this chapter, I'm going to mash two chapters in one. Will you guys be able to tell where the two chapters ended/started? Lets put it to the test!
Dreamer- The only way you will know if this 'test' success, is if they actually review..
Teller- Don't you dare go there.
Dreamer- I just did.
Teller- … ok, I'm just going to ignore her and continue with the story.
Dreamer- you cannot ignore me!
Teller- …
Dreamer- YOU CANNOT IGNORE ME!
Teller- …
Dreamer- YOU CANNOT IGNORE ME!
Teller- Alright! On With the story!
Dreamer- YOU CANNOT IGNORE ME! *gives Teller a wet wilily*
Teller- AHH! Dreamer!
Dreamer- Success! *runs off*
Teller- Get back here! *chases after her*
Hyrule Field had a light hue to it as the sun slowly climbed the mourning sky. The birds happily sang their songs on the treetops as a lone set of footsteps mashed the grass under its feet, their brown boots just peeking out of the tall grass.
"I'm telling you," said Shelda, whom still had Shadow on her back as she hiked across the fields. "there is no doubt in my mind that that's true."
"I don't care how believable that sounds; that an't true!" Shadow annoyingly exclaimed.
"Are you, like, completely positive? 'cuz it seems completely true from how defensive you are to this topic.."
"Me and Vio don't have a thing!" blurted out Shadow with a angry huff. "Why would we? That's incest! There's no way in hell I would call Vio my boyfriend over my brother! That's just wrong." he added the last part in a disappointed voice as he pointed at Shelda's face. Shelda couldn't help but laugh as she added with a amused voice;
"I know! I just wanted to see how defensive you'd get, and man! Did you!" turning her head, Shelda couldn't help but giggle at Shadow's face. Man was he pissed!
"You know if I was wasn't hurting like hell I'd beat you up right now right?" asked Shadow in a deadpanned voice as he set his head on top of Shelda's shoulder.
"Yeah, I know." said Shelda, a smile crossing her face.
"Speaking of which.." her voice trailed of as she leaned back suddenly and let go of Shadow's legs, causing said boy to fall on his butt with a started yelp.
"Shelda! What the heck?!" exclaimed Shadow, still sitting where he was dropped.
"My back's killing me." replied Shelda, taking her hands and pressing them on her lower back as she stretched.
"Oh, your back hurts." said Shadow sarcastically, rolling his eyes at his friend.
"Fine, you carry me for a day and a half and then tell me your back doesn't hurt." Shadow was quiet at that comment for a second before specking.
"Ok, good point. Now help me up." all Shelda did was shake her head before approaching Shadow and offering her hand, Shadow not hesitating in accepting it. Shelda glanced at Shadow for a second to make sure he didn't fall down, and started walking again, Shadow in tow.
"Hey," said Shelda, looking over her shoulder to look at Shadow. Stopping so Shadow could catch up, Shelda looked at him with a confused expression;
"Do you know where these 'Zoras' live?" both of them continued to walk side by side as they continue to converse.
"Yeah, if I'm right they live in there own domain somewhere right off the shores of the beach."
"So.. how are we going to get there?" neither of them paying attention to their surroundings, walked on.
"Their's a cave somewhere on the cliff side on the outskirts of Blue Maiden's Village if I remember correctly, so.. If I'm right, we should have to go very far to get to the Zoras."
"Yeah, but what about-"
"YOU!" both Shadow and Shelda couldn't help but jump in fright as a unknown voice shouted from behind them. Turning around slowly, Shelda's eyes widen at the familiar figure who approached them in shining armor and rode horseback. Shadow and Shelda couldn't help but share a look mixed with confusion and fear. Fear, because of what this man will do. Confusion, because he hasn't done it yet. Shelda kept her face towards Shadow, but had the man in her peripheral vision. Giving a Shadow a small nod, which was returned, Shelda turned her whole body towards the man as he dismounted, approaching him as he did to her.
"What are you doing?" asked the man, who stood only inches taller than Shelda. Shelda observed the man before replying; he was one of Twinrova's top guards. Even though he was a Duku knight, he was still pretty strong with his fifty pound mace infused with light and his dark armor.
"We are trying to find Link." said Shelda in matter-of-fact voice as she stood straight and tall before the knight. The knight couldn't help but laugh at her before saying in a dark tone;
"We've already dealt with Link! Your took to long to accomplish it, so now your new objection is dealing with keeping Castle Town in check. So you better get moving, because Twinrova expects you to be back by sundown." Shadow watched about a yard away as Shelda slowly approached the Duku knight. The next part happened faster then Shadow could comprehend; the next thing Shadow knew was Shelda had her sword unsheathed and the point was in the grove between the knight's chest plate and shoulder garment. Shadow was quite surprised at how quick and skilled in swordplay Shelda was, giving she is a princesses dark side. Shadow was ready to step up and help her, but a dark, intimidating voice stopped him.
It was his friend's voice.
"You listen here;" said Shelda, her voice thick with evil. "If you even think we'll follow that menace, than you got another thing coming, 'cuz if you so happen as breath wrong, I'll kill you right here, right now. And don't even think I'm kidding." the knight, thinking this was a joke, laughed at Shelda saying in a amused tone,
"Oh? And what would happen if I do.. this!" the knight tried to swing in mace under Shelda's feet, but the girl was aware of it, and quickly jumped out of the way, her sword piercing his skin as she drove it in. the knight only took a second with the pain before launching himself at her. Shelda, however, easily dodged and made a quick attack on the top of his chest plate, getting him right on the neck. The knight fell forward from the impact, but got up almost as quickly, and was attacked again just as quickly; this time on the back of his kneecaps. The knight fell forward, but was quick to roll on his back before Shelda could attack again. What went unnoticed by both shadows, was the fear that lit up in his eyes when he caught sight of Shelda's eyes, paralyzing him a second to long. Shadow turned away with his eyes closed as Shelda gave the finishing blow, ridding the knight from the Light Realm. Being careful, Shadow slowly turned his open eyes over to where only Shelda now stood over a pile of disincarnating armor. He would forever denied his voice shook as he spoke;
"Sh-Shelda?" she didn't move as he tried to call her, but once Shadow took a step forward, Shelda's head snapped in his direction, making Shadow flinch back at seeing her eyes. They're usually a light red, with amusement and playfulness giving them a warming spark; but now, they were a blood red, nothing but anger, hatred, and darkness in them, scaring Shadow to his very core at how they seemed to stared straight into his soul.
'She's released her full-on dark side.' thought Shadow with a shiver of fear as said girl started to advance on him.
"S-Shelda? C-c'mon.. s-snap out of it… don't.. don't do what I think your going to do.." said Shadow as he took a step back for ever step she took forward, his voice heavy with fear and shock. However, his voice made no effect to his friend as she continue to approach him, sword in hand. Fearing the worst, Shadow drew his own sword as he back made contact with a tree.
"It's just for protection." he repeated in his mind as she came closer and closer.
"Shelda.." he said in a warning tone slightly laced with fear. "Don't do this, I-I don't wanna hurt you!" this time, to Shadow's surprise, he got a reaction. Her laughing at him. However, it wasn't her usual cocky laugh, it was a laugh that one would see a mad man use. And this itself scared Shadow even more. When Shelda charged forward to attack, Shadow will forever deny that he squeaked in fear. Using his own sword, Shadow deflected Shelda's first attack, but almost wasn't fast enough to deflect the second.
"She's a lot faster than I thought.." thought Shadow worriedly as he jumped to the side to allow himself more distance from his friend. However, Shelda wanted none of that and charged at him again, catching said boy off guard for a second, and that second was long enough for her to thrust her sword right at his face. Shadow was able to dodge it, but got a nasty cut on his cheek as he jumped back, winching at the sting he was receiving throughout his whole body. Fighting in his state isn't recommended in any realm, but here he was, fighting for (what he feared) his life with one of his closes friends. Best day ever…
Shadow was brought out of his thoughts as Shelda charged again; to Shadow dismay, faster this time. Using all of his willpower to not attack back, Shadow brought his sword dangly across his face, deflecting her slash downward, locking their swords together making them struggle to top the other.
"C-cmon Shelda, snap out of it! This isn't funny!" yelled Shadow as he used all his strength to prevent Shelda from pushing through, hitting him with both their swords. Shadow was finally able to push her away and prepare for her next attack, already planning on how to stop her without hurting her.
"..That much.." thought Shadow regretfully. Shadow tensed up and prepared as Shelda charged again, and unaware by Shadow, aiming low this time. Shadow raised his sword slightly as Shelda came closer, prepared to initiate his plan, not preparing for the low attack. Both were quick with their attacks and were not expecting the others, getting caught off guard. Shadow's attack, per say(he would never admit it) was last by mere milliseconds as Shelda got him right on the calf of his right leg, and he got her square on the head with the hilt of his sword. Shelda collapsed from unconsciousness, where Shadow collapsed from the pain that now blazed from his leg. The boy took a deep, unsteady breath as he clasped his hand over the wound, already feeling the warm feeling of blood on his hand. Shadow continue to breath through the pain as he looked over at his friend, hoping she was still out. Thankfully, she was, but what Shadow was worried about was she was the one who had the satchel with their first aid supplies in it. The shadow wasn't sure as to if she would wake up in 'attack anyone I see' mode if he went to get the satchel. Taking another deep breath, Shadow slowly removed his hand, trying to see if he really needed the first aid. His breath caught in his throat when he saw the wound; it was as shallow as the one on his cheek, but it ran from where his bone was, all the way to the mid calf of his leg. It was deeper in the back than the front, which was good considering if the wound was any deeper, it would have probably hit his bone. And that itself would have been painful. Not wanting to take the chance, Shadow took his hat and used it as a substitute bandage for the time being. Keeping pressure on it with his right hand, Shadow sighed in tiredness as he leaned on his left hand, having nothing else to lean against. The boy closed his eyes for a moment, and was ready to doze off, but the unmistakable sound of someone morning made Shadow snap his eyes open to look to his friend, only to see her coming to. Swallowing a lump in his throat, Shadow took the risk and spoke up, not intending his voice to crack in both fear and pain.
"Shelda? Y-you ok?" Shadow didn't realize he was holding his breath as he waited for her to answer until she did, groaning as she rubbed her head.
"You mean besides my head throbbing in intense pain? Ugh. What happened?" it wasn't until then did she look at Shadow, immediately seeing his now blood soaked hat pressed up against his calf, but not seeing the relief in said boy's eyes as he established she was ok.
For Now… (cue dramatic music)(uncue dramatic music)
"Oh my gosh! Shadow! I should be asking you that! What happened?" Shelda exclaimed as she jumped up and ran over to her friend's side, trying to get a good look at his injury. Shadow, knowing she doesn't remember the whole experience, took a deep breath before saying in an unease voice.
"Well.. Lets just say you really, like really, need to get your dark side under control. Heh heh.." he ended it with a awkward laugh once he saw the look of horror cross over Shelda's face. It was then they made eye contact, and was then when she saw the cut on his cheek. Taking her index and middle finger, Shelda gently ran her fingers across the cut, earning a flinch away from Shadow. Shelda noticed this and removed her fingers, looking at Shadow with regret and horror in her eyes as she whispered four simple words that broke Shadow's still racing heart;
"Did I do this?" taking a deep breath, Shadow examined Shelda as he thought of something to say. Her face was dirt stained and her hair was ruffled from rubbing it, her forehead (where Shadow assumes he hit her) already starting to bruise. Finally, he looked into her eyes, seeing a look between pain, sorrow, and pure regret. When their eyes met, Shelda could see the uncertainty in Shadow's eyes as he tried to think of something to say, answering the question without saying a word.
"Oh gawd." said Shelda, realizing she hurt her friend. Turning away, Shelda held her head with her hands, breath fast and unsteady as she thought of the possibility of actually killing her one true friend.
"Shelda..?" said Shadow, worried as to what was going through her mind.
"Oh gawd." she repeated, not able to say anything else.
"Shelda…" said Shadow, sterner this time as he tried to snap her out of it.
"I_I.." stammered Shelda, finally turning back to Shadow to reveal to him the tears streaming down her face.
"I could have killed you.."
"But you didn't!" snapped Shadow, wanting Shelda to see that. "Shelda, you didn't do it intentionally, that's what counts. Ok?" when she avoided his eyes, Shadow had to take his left hand and grasp her chin, forcing her to look at him.
"Your ok. I'm ok. That's what matters, right?" he asked, trying his best to not scream from the pain that kept throbbing from his lower leg. When he saw Shelda give a tiny nod, Shadow nodded as well as he rested his head on her shoulder.
"Good.." he whispered, his voice so quiet, he wasn't sure if Shelda heard it, but at the same time, he didn't really care all that much if she did or not.
"Shadow?!" asked Shelda, her concern spiking as she remembered his current state. Being careful towards her friend, Shelda took Shadow by the shoulders and gently laid him down onto the ground. Taking a deep breath, Shelda removed Shadow's hand from his wound, ready to deal with what she's done.
"Alright Shad." said Shelda in a shaking voice to the half conscious boy. "Let's get this tended to." taking another deep breath, Shelda took the satchel and was quick with her hands as she tended to her now unconscious friend.
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The sun was behind the duo as one set of feet walked along the fields in a slow, heavy pace.
"Ugh.." mumbled Shelda under her breath due to her head still throbbing and the extra weight of her limp partner.
"It's a lot easier to carry you when you're awake, you do realize that, right Shad?" she said as she glanced over her shoulder to said unconscious boy who, in return, said nothing. Sighing in tiredness and boredom, Shelda continued to head away from the sun, hoping to reach town before nightfall. With the thought if the town in mind, Shelda couldn't help but glanced down at Shadow's right leg. Over half of the lower part of his leg was bandaged tightly with what little they had. She sighed again in relief when she caught sight of the dry blood against the bright white bandages, and no sign of fresh leaking through. Shelda shifted Shadow's weight as she continued on, lost in her own thoughts. Every nerve in her body screamed for her to changed the bandages, but, since they didn't have anymore of the item, Shelda decided it would be best to keep the dirty bandages on, rather then leaving the wound with no disinfect (another item they were out of) and exposed to a higher possibility of infection.
'If it wasn't for me,' thought Shelda regretfully, 'he wouldn't even be in this condition..' sighing for the third time in less than ten minutes, Shelda stole a glance at the sun, seeing it already partly sinking behind (what did Shadow call them?) the mountains. Deciding to just continue, Shelda turned her back to the sun again, continuing on.
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Man. It felt weird, being in a furry, four legged, freaking hot as heck in this darn mountain body. The boy shifted his weight around as he slowly gotten a better feel for the body. Yeah, it wasn't the best body to have in a volcano, but it was still strong, especially in the legs and jaw. Remembering seeing others like this one, the boy quickly specified it as a wolf. Taking another look around the room, the wolf-boy took note at how the only guard in the area liked to take naps. The wolf-boy wasn't sure as to how long he's been here, but by the guess of how many meals the guard has been given (he himself given the scraps), the wolf-boy concluded that one of two these two things were the right answer; either its been a day since he's awoken, or it's either that guard really liked to eat. By how much of his scraps the wolf-boy has gotten, the boy thought it would be more appropriate to put down both as true. Being cautious of the guard, the wolf-boy slowly sat up, causing the chain on his front left paw to jingle together. Hearing this, the guard mumbled in his sleep, turning the other way, back to the wolf-boy. Since this didn't wake him, the wolf-boy looked back at his back and tail, taking in his new appearance. He was pitch black, with patches of white on his underbelly and paws, and had a big, puffy tail, that the wolf-boy thought would be really soft to a human's touch. The wolf-boy took another look at the guard, taking in his appearance as well. The first thing the wolf-boy noticed was how his armor was a blackish color, with the same colored smoke leaking out of it and into the air. His face was hidden behind a helmet, only allowing the wolf-boy to see the eyes when they were open. The wolf-boy felt his blood run cold once he remembered who exactly wore these kind of garments; the Dark Realm Knights.
'I've gotta get outta here!' thought the wolf-boy fearfully. Taking another look around, the wolf-boy slowly formulated a plan that was quick, simple, and, hopefully, painless. Looking back at the guard, the wolf-boy slowly settled down, not making a noise as he never broke his glaze from the guard. Still looking at the sleeping man, the wolf-boy slowly and quietly brought his left paw closer to his mouth, ready to start.
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Dreamer- …
Teller-… That took longer than expected..
Dreamer- .. And you still didn't get a review.
Teller- *rolls eyes* Whatever. If you all didn't notice, this chapter doesn't seem like two chapters combined. Well that's because-
Dreamer- It isn't.
Teller *glares at Dreamer* Like my friend just said; it isn't. I saw how delayed my update was, so I decided on just finishing this chapter, and getting the next one next week.
Dreamer- Speaking of which *looks at Teller* why were you behind?
Teller- Ugh, I had a lot of stuff on my plate last week, and it kinda got forgotten for a couple days.
Dreamer- That sucks.
Teller- Yeah..
Dreamer- Welp! At lest you got it updated faster than the last time you got behind!
Teller- Yeah. So reader, if you like the weekly updates, then don't forget to Read, Review, Follow, Favorite, and Love!
Dreamer- *whispers to reader* She doesn't get anything in her inbox, so it would be real easy for her to see you review.
Teller- What'd you say?
Dreamer- Nothing!
Teller- … *looks at Dreamer skeptically* any who, BYE! And have a good morning/night! TELLER OUT!