New Author's Note: Hey! I decided to re-do this story to make is easier to
read and I may add or edit some things. I hope you all enjoy it.
Author's note: I'm assuming Link is about twelve years old in Majora's Mask, so this story takes place five years after that so that means he's seventeen in this story. I hope you enjoy.
Five years had gone by since Link, the Hero of Time, had saved Termina from Majora's evil powers. It was pretty fun for him. Meeting new friends, seeing new lands, and going on a new adventure. It did have its downsides. It hurt him when he found Mikau the Zora dying on Great Bay coast after him trying to save Lu-Lu's eggs from the Gerudo pirates and seeing Darmani the Goron warrior's ghost in so much pain. He could not rest in peace knowing that his village was in danger. Link wished he could save these people. He wished he could do more than heal their sorrows. If he could, he would have gone back to the past and save them, but the Ocarina of Time would not take him there. The one thing that was still on his mind was finding Navi the fairy. Navi flew away after Link returned the Master Sword to the Pedestal of Time after he had saved Hyrule from the evil king, Ganondorf. Link had been searching for seven years now and still no sign of Navi. He also thought about Zelda, the Princess of Hyrule. She was a great friend of his. He thought about her everyday and played his Ocarina of Time that she gave him.
Link rode slowly on his beautiful red horse with a snow- white mane, Epona, through the dark green forest. He dismounted off his horse and sat on a tree stump. He ran his fingers through his long blonde bangs and sighed. "I'm starting to think I'll never find her." He thought. He took of his shield and laid it on the ground. He grinned when he saw how small it was for him. He had thought to pack bigger clothes, but didn't think to bring bigger weapons. He soon felt hungry. He hadn't ate in a while. He looked up to see that he was sitting under an apple tree. He sat up and pulled out his bow. Like his shield, it was also too small for his grown up hands. He pulled an arrow from his quiver and aimed it at the best apple on the tree. He pulled back the end of the arrow, and let it fly through the air and straight into the apple. He walked over to the apple and picked it up.
"Hey what's the big idea?!" A female's voice yelled in anger.
"Sorry, ma'am. I didn't know you were up there." Link replied trying to find what was yelling at him. "You almost hit me with that arrow, you...Link?!" The female gasped. She flew from inside a hole inside the tree branch. Link dropped the apple he was holding and gasped. "Navi?!" He asked.
"Link, it's really you!" Navi exclaimed as she flew up to her friend's face. Link was speechless. He just stared at his blue fairy friend. "I..I've been looking for you for seven years." He said.
"You have?!" She gasped.
"Yes." He answered.
"I didn't think you needed me anymore." She said.
"Navi, you're my best friend! Of course I need you." He replied.
"That's so sweet," said replied, "So how has Hyrule been doing?"
"I don't know," he answered, "I've been traveling this whole time looking for you."
"You spent seven long years looking for me?" She asked with shock. He nodded. "In that case. Let's get back to Hyrule! And I promise to stay by your side forever." She said.
"Thanks, Navi." He replied with a smile.
He then mounted his horse. Navi sat on his shoulder and together again, they went back to Hyrule.
It took them a few days to get to Hyrule. Link couldn't believe how far from home he really was. Now he had everything back in his life. Or did he? He hoped and prayed that he would be able to see Zelda. He, Zelda, Navi, the Sages and Ganondorf were the only ones who remembered Link saving Hyrule. Though he was still the Hero of Time and had the Triforce of Courage, he was still considered an ordinary person. Which was great for him, but not if he wasn't allowed to see Zelda.
"Link, were back in Hyrule!" Navi exclaimed when they immerged from the forest and into a field. Link dismounted off his horse and walked up a small hill. He smiled brightly when he saw Hyrule castle straight in front of him. The castle that Princess Zelda lived in. To the right he saw Death Mountain. The tall mountain which only a few ever climbed. It was after all an active volcano. To his left, he saw the tunnel that led into Kokiri Forest. The place he lived for ten years. Home of his dear friend, Saria. He wished he could go to every place at one time, but the person he had to see was Zelda.
"Hey Link, no offense or anything, but don't you think you should get some clean clothes and shower?" Navi asked. Link laughed and looked at his fairy friend. "You're right," he agreed "I don't want to meet her again looking like this."
"The market is right outside the castle," she said, "so wouldn't that be the best place to get clean clothes?"
"Yes." He answered. He mounted his horse and rode off to the market.
Link walked across the drawbridge that led into the market. He remembered the last time he saw the market when he was this age. The buildings had been destroyed, there was not a Hylian in sight and the only thing that roamed the market was ReDeads. The horrible monsters that would attack anyone that walked by. He was so grateful that he had learned "Sun's Song" so that he could paralyze these creatures. He never could understand why it would not work on the ones in Termina. Though he had to admit, it was funny watching them dance if he walked up to them while wearing the Gibdo's Mask. He loved seeing the market filled with so many happy people. Kids running around and playing with the cuccos, couples dancing, and people just standing around talking.
He walked into the clothing shop and bought him some clean clothes that looked just like what he was wearing. Forest green tunic and cap, white shirt and tights, brown boots, and gloves. Some people thought it was weird that he dressed like this. Only the Kokiri wore these kinds of clothes. Hylians didn't. Even though he learned that he was really a Hylian and not a Kokiri, in his heart, he would always be a Kokiri.
He found a place where he could shower and change into his clean clothes. Now all he needed was to buy a new shield and sword. He went into Bazaar's store and bought a shield. Unfortunately, he didn't sell swords. But he knew that if he got to see Zelda, she would definitely give him a sword.
"Looks like you're all ready to go, Link." Said Navi.
"I'm so nervous." He said.
"Don't be," she replied, "You know she likes you and to be honest, I think she likes you a lot more than she.."
"No, I don't think so. We're just friend." He cut her off.
"Yeah sure." She replied.
He took a deep breath and began walking to the castle. He walked up to the guard that blocked the path to the castle. "Excuse me, sir. My name is Link. I'm a friend of the Princess." Link said.
"The Princess has spoken of a Link," said the guard, "The only way I will believe you is if you prove to me that you know the song of the royal family."
"That's easy." Link thought as he pulled out the Ocarina of Time. The beautiful blue Ocarina that Zelda gave to Link as a good-bye gift. He pressed the mouthpiece to his lips and began playing the song. The song that Impa, Zelda's attendant had taught him.
"You may pass." The guard said when Link finished playing the song.
"Thank you, sir." Link said and began walking down the path that led to the castle. He always thought that the castle grounds were so beautiful. The soft green grass, the bright yellow flowers, the little yellow butterflies fluttering about. He remembered the days when he and Zelda would sit under the trees and just talk for hours. That only lasted a couple days. He could tell she was upset when he decided to leave and find Navi, but she understood. That was one of the best things about her.
He finally approached the doors that led inside the castle. He took a deep breath again and went inside the castle. The inside was so big. He was standing in a room lit by numerous torches. There was a staircase on each side of the room. People were walking around. It was just like he remembered. Finally a guard walked up to him. "What business do you have here today, sir?" He asked.
"I am here to see Princess Zelda." Link answered.
"Right this way." The guard said. Link followed the guard up a huge flight of stairs and down a long hall. At the end of the hall was Impa. Zelda's attendant and the Sage of Shadows. "Impa, this young man would like to see the Princess." The guard said. Impa smiled brightly. "Link, you've returned!" She exclaimed. Link smiled back. She still looked the same. Light gray hair pulled back, the red Sheikah eyes. She also wore the same clothes. Gray shirt, black shorts and shoes. "You may leave us." She said to the guard.
"How's Zelda been?" Link asked.
"Miserable." She answered.
"Why? Is she sick?" He asked with concern.
"She's been depressed since the day you left." Impa explained.
"I didn't mean to..I."
"It's alright," she assured him, "You being here today will make her happy."
"Okay." He replied.
"Wait here." She said.
Impa opened the door to Zelda's room. "Princess, someone is here to see you." She said.
"Let him in." Zelda replied.
Impa walked out of Zelda's room. "Okay, Link. You can go in." She said.
"Thank you so much, Impa." He replied. He then walked into Zelda's room. His mouth dropped when he finally saw her after seven longs years. He didn't see her face because she had her back facing him. She was on her balcony looking outside. "I don't mean to sound rude," she said, "but can you make this quick. I'm not feeling up to having visitors right now." Her back was still facing him.
"Your highness, I don't know where to begin." He said, trying to figure out what to say.
She sighed and turned around. "Then why don't you..Link!" She gasped. He felt like he had died and gone to heaven when she turned around. The last time he saw her, she was a kid, but now she was a beautiful young woman. Her long golden blonde hair lay on her shoulders. Her blue eyes were as dark as the midnight blue sky. She wore a long soft pink dress and was wearing long white gloves. "Link, I can't believe it." She said, trying to figure out what to say next.
"I missed you so much." He said. She ran to him and threw her arms around him.
"I thought I'd never see you again." She said with tears of happiness in her eyes.
"So did I." He replied.
"We have so much catching up to do." She said.
"And I have so many adventures to tell you about." He said.
The two spent hours talking. Link told her about his adventures in Termina, and how he found Navi. "Termina sounds amazing." Zelda said with fascination.
"It's is." Link replied.
"I'd like to go someday." She said.
"I can take you." He replied.
"You would do that for me?" She asked.
"Of course." He answered.
"When can we leave?" She asked.
"Tomorrow, but first I need to ask you something." He said.
"What?" She asked.
"My sword is a bit too small and I was wondering.."
"Of course." She said.
"Thank you." He said. He smiled and looked into her eyes. "You're as beautiful as I remember." He said.
She grinned and blushed. "You as handsome as I remember." She replied. She suddenly found herself lost in his gaze. She always had special feelings for him, but now she was feeling something different. The two just sat there in silence looking at each other.
"I have to go now." He said, breaking their gaze.
"Do you have anywhere to stay tonight?" She asked.
"No because I know I'm too big for the houses in Kokiri Forest." He answered.
"You can stay in the castle." She offered.
"Thanks." He replied. He sat up and began walking out the door. "We'll leave tomorrow afternoon."
"Alright." She replied. He smiled again and left the room.
Link sighed for happiness. He had found Navi and had been reunited with the Princess he cared a lot for. Though ever since he saw her again, he began having more feelings for her.
A/N: Is this version easier to read? If it is, I'll fix the other chapters too.
Author's note: I'm assuming Link is about twelve years old in Majora's Mask, so this story takes place five years after that so that means he's seventeen in this story. I hope you enjoy.
Five years had gone by since Link, the Hero of Time, had saved Termina from Majora's evil powers. It was pretty fun for him. Meeting new friends, seeing new lands, and going on a new adventure. It did have its downsides. It hurt him when he found Mikau the Zora dying on Great Bay coast after him trying to save Lu-Lu's eggs from the Gerudo pirates and seeing Darmani the Goron warrior's ghost in so much pain. He could not rest in peace knowing that his village was in danger. Link wished he could save these people. He wished he could do more than heal their sorrows. If he could, he would have gone back to the past and save them, but the Ocarina of Time would not take him there. The one thing that was still on his mind was finding Navi the fairy. Navi flew away after Link returned the Master Sword to the Pedestal of Time after he had saved Hyrule from the evil king, Ganondorf. Link had been searching for seven years now and still no sign of Navi. He also thought about Zelda, the Princess of Hyrule. She was a great friend of his. He thought about her everyday and played his Ocarina of Time that she gave him.
Link rode slowly on his beautiful red horse with a snow- white mane, Epona, through the dark green forest. He dismounted off his horse and sat on a tree stump. He ran his fingers through his long blonde bangs and sighed. "I'm starting to think I'll never find her." He thought. He took of his shield and laid it on the ground. He grinned when he saw how small it was for him. He had thought to pack bigger clothes, but didn't think to bring bigger weapons. He soon felt hungry. He hadn't ate in a while. He looked up to see that he was sitting under an apple tree. He sat up and pulled out his bow. Like his shield, it was also too small for his grown up hands. He pulled an arrow from his quiver and aimed it at the best apple on the tree. He pulled back the end of the arrow, and let it fly through the air and straight into the apple. He walked over to the apple and picked it up.
"Hey what's the big idea?!" A female's voice yelled in anger.
"Sorry, ma'am. I didn't know you were up there." Link replied trying to find what was yelling at him. "You almost hit me with that arrow, you...Link?!" The female gasped. She flew from inside a hole inside the tree branch. Link dropped the apple he was holding and gasped. "Navi?!" He asked.
"Link, it's really you!" Navi exclaimed as she flew up to her friend's face. Link was speechless. He just stared at his blue fairy friend. "I..I've been looking for you for seven years." He said.
"You have?!" She gasped.
"Yes." He answered.
"I didn't think you needed me anymore." She said.
"Navi, you're my best friend! Of course I need you." He replied.
"That's so sweet," said replied, "So how has Hyrule been doing?"
"I don't know," he answered, "I've been traveling this whole time looking for you."
"You spent seven long years looking for me?" She asked with shock. He nodded. "In that case. Let's get back to Hyrule! And I promise to stay by your side forever." She said.
"Thanks, Navi." He replied with a smile.
He then mounted his horse. Navi sat on his shoulder and together again, they went back to Hyrule.
It took them a few days to get to Hyrule. Link couldn't believe how far from home he really was. Now he had everything back in his life. Or did he? He hoped and prayed that he would be able to see Zelda. He, Zelda, Navi, the Sages and Ganondorf were the only ones who remembered Link saving Hyrule. Though he was still the Hero of Time and had the Triforce of Courage, he was still considered an ordinary person. Which was great for him, but not if he wasn't allowed to see Zelda.
"Link, were back in Hyrule!" Navi exclaimed when they immerged from the forest and into a field. Link dismounted off his horse and walked up a small hill. He smiled brightly when he saw Hyrule castle straight in front of him. The castle that Princess Zelda lived in. To the right he saw Death Mountain. The tall mountain which only a few ever climbed. It was after all an active volcano. To his left, he saw the tunnel that led into Kokiri Forest. The place he lived for ten years. Home of his dear friend, Saria. He wished he could go to every place at one time, but the person he had to see was Zelda.
"Hey Link, no offense or anything, but don't you think you should get some clean clothes and shower?" Navi asked. Link laughed and looked at his fairy friend. "You're right," he agreed "I don't want to meet her again looking like this."
"The market is right outside the castle," she said, "so wouldn't that be the best place to get clean clothes?"
"Yes." He answered. He mounted his horse and rode off to the market.
Link walked across the drawbridge that led into the market. He remembered the last time he saw the market when he was this age. The buildings had been destroyed, there was not a Hylian in sight and the only thing that roamed the market was ReDeads. The horrible monsters that would attack anyone that walked by. He was so grateful that he had learned "Sun's Song" so that he could paralyze these creatures. He never could understand why it would not work on the ones in Termina. Though he had to admit, it was funny watching them dance if he walked up to them while wearing the Gibdo's Mask. He loved seeing the market filled with so many happy people. Kids running around and playing with the cuccos, couples dancing, and people just standing around talking.
He walked into the clothing shop and bought him some clean clothes that looked just like what he was wearing. Forest green tunic and cap, white shirt and tights, brown boots, and gloves. Some people thought it was weird that he dressed like this. Only the Kokiri wore these kinds of clothes. Hylians didn't. Even though he learned that he was really a Hylian and not a Kokiri, in his heart, he would always be a Kokiri.
He found a place where he could shower and change into his clean clothes. Now all he needed was to buy a new shield and sword. He went into Bazaar's store and bought a shield. Unfortunately, he didn't sell swords. But he knew that if he got to see Zelda, she would definitely give him a sword.
"Looks like you're all ready to go, Link." Said Navi.
"I'm so nervous." He said.
"Don't be," she replied, "You know she likes you and to be honest, I think she likes you a lot more than she.."
"No, I don't think so. We're just friend." He cut her off.
"Yeah sure." She replied.
He took a deep breath and began walking to the castle. He walked up to the guard that blocked the path to the castle. "Excuse me, sir. My name is Link. I'm a friend of the Princess." Link said.
"The Princess has spoken of a Link," said the guard, "The only way I will believe you is if you prove to me that you know the song of the royal family."
"That's easy." Link thought as he pulled out the Ocarina of Time. The beautiful blue Ocarina that Zelda gave to Link as a good-bye gift. He pressed the mouthpiece to his lips and began playing the song. The song that Impa, Zelda's attendant had taught him.
"You may pass." The guard said when Link finished playing the song.
"Thank you, sir." Link said and began walking down the path that led to the castle. He always thought that the castle grounds were so beautiful. The soft green grass, the bright yellow flowers, the little yellow butterflies fluttering about. He remembered the days when he and Zelda would sit under the trees and just talk for hours. That only lasted a couple days. He could tell she was upset when he decided to leave and find Navi, but she understood. That was one of the best things about her.
He finally approached the doors that led inside the castle. He took a deep breath again and went inside the castle. The inside was so big. He was standing in a room lit by numerous torches. There was a staircase on each side of the room. People were walking around. It was just like he remembered. Finally a guard walked up to him. "What business do you have here today, sir?" He asked.
"I am here to see Princess Zelda." Link answered.
"Right this way." The guard said. Link followed the guard up a huge flight of stairs and down a long hall. At the end of the hall was Impa. Zelda's attendant and the Sage of Shadows. "Impa, this young man would like to see the Princess." The guard said. Impa smiled brightly. "Link, you've returned!" She exclaimed. Link smiled back. She still looked the same. Light gray hair pulled back, the red Sheikah eyes. She also wore the same clothes. Gray shirt, black shorts and shoes. "You may leave us." She said to the guard.
"How's Zelda been?" Link asked.
"Miserable." She answered.
"Why? Is she sick?" He asked with concern.
"She's been depressed since the day you left." Impa explained.
"I didn't mean to..I."
"It's alright," she assured him, "You being here today will make her happy."
"Okay." He replied.
"Wait here." She said.
Impa opened the door to Zelda's room. "Princess, someone is here to see you." She said.
"Let him in." Zelda replied.
Impa walked out of Zelda's room. "Okay, Link. You can go in." She said.
"Thank you so much, Impa." He replied. He then walked into Zelda's room. His mouth dropped when he finally saw her after seven longs years. He didn't see her face because she had her back facing him. She was on her balcony looking outside. "I don't mean to sound rude," she said, "but can you make this quick. I'm not feeling up to having visitors right now." Her back was still facing him.
"Your highness, I don't know where to begin." He said, trying to figure out what to say.
She sighed and turned around. "Then why don't you..Link!" She gasped. He felt like he had died and gone to heaven when she turned around. The last time he saw her, she was a kid, but now she was a beautiful young woman. Her long golden blonde hair lay on her shoulders. Her blue eyes were as dark as the midnight blue sky. She wore a long soft pink dress and was wearing long white gloves. "Link, I can't believe it." She said, trying to figure out what to say next.
"I missed you so much." He said. She ran to him and threw her arms around him.
"I thought I'd never see you again." She said with tears of happiness in her eyes.
"So did I." He replied.
"We have so much catching up to do." She said.
"And I have so many adventures to tell you about." He said.
The two spent hours talking. Link told her about his adventures in Termina, and how he found Navi. "Termina sounds amazing." Zelda said with fascination.
"It's is." Link replied.
"I'd like to go someday." She said.
"I can take you." He replied.
"You would do that for me?" She asked.
"Of course." He answered.
"When can we leave?" She asked.
"Tomorrow, but first I need to ask you something." He said.
"What?" She asked.
"My sword is a bit too small and I was wondering.."
"Of course." She said.
"Thank you." He said. He smiled and looked into her eyes. "You're as beautiful as I remember." He said.
She grinned and blushed. "You as handsome as I remember." She replied. She suddenly found herself lost in his gaze. She always had special feelings for him, but now she was feeling something different. The two just sat there in silence looking at each other.
"I have to go now." He said, breaking their gaze.
"Do you have anywhere to stay tonight?" She asked.
"No because I know I'm too big for the houses in Kokiri Forest." He answered.
"You can stay in the castle." She offered.
"Thanks." He replied. He sat up and began walking out the door. "We'll leave tomorrow afternoon."
"Alright." She replied. He smiled again and left the room.
Link sighed for happiness. He had found Navi and had been reunited with the Princess he cared a lot for. Though ever since he saw her again, he began having more feelings for her.
A/N: Is this version easier to read? If it is, I'll fix the other chapters too.