Disclaimer: Wow.this fic has gotten great reviews and I don't know why. You
have no idea how much I am enjoying this. ^__^ It certainly boosts one's
writing confidence. Now, I have received the complaints on the whole
periods in odd places and pressing enter problem.on my original drafts,
that was not a problem. For some reason it's saving in an odd format. I got
the suggestion to save it as html, which I am going to try and se how it
works with this chapter. Oh yeah, and I don't own Zelda blab blah (or, for
that matter, the Final Fantasy reference in here hehe).I do own Amberia,
and yes, it's gonna play a bigger part later. On with the story!
Sunrise.in Hyrule, this meant watching that golden orb shed its light across the lands. It started first in the desert.slowly making its way out and across Hyrule field. Eventually, it would engulf Hyrule Castle itself, and then Kakiriko Village. After its lengthy journey, it would end by spreading rays of light through the trees of Kokiri Forest and Lake Hylia. Link had find memories of sitting quietly with Saria near the Forest Temple's entrance and watching the sun come over them, like a wave of warm water. For now, however, there were other things to attend to.
Link galloped up the gate of Hyrule Castle, just in time to watch the draw bridge lower as it usually did at the crack of dawn. Stepping off Epona, he offered out a carrot to her.Epona knew this part all to well. She still didn't see why she couldn't come with her knight. (Truthfully, Link felt the same way.'cause Epona was just friendlier then half the people in there). Stroking her ear once, the young boy clad in green strode past the guard and into the city. The city hadn't changed much.he still saw where everyone would set up their place in the market (of and when they awoke). It kind of saddened him that not much had changed.for in the end, he just returned to the same old Hyrule. Not letting this destroy his chipper morning mood, however, Link walked right up the path towards the castle.
Chapter Three: It comes from the North and South
Link was almost ready to go into his normal routine.sneak around the back and not alert any guards of his presence. However, though, upon simply approaching the gate, two guards walked up to him, looking down at the short lad. "Are you Sir Link?" One asked. "Yes.?" Link replied, "Is something wrong?" "We are to escort you to the King's chambers upon arrival." The second informed him, "And...uh...you have arrived!"
The first guard looked as if he wanted to slap the second guard upside the head. Resisting a chuckle from their actions, Link let them lead him onto the castle grounds, and then into Hyrule Castle. Now this was a new experience for the elven boy. Never before had he actually been into the legendary capitol of Hyrule. Eventually, though, the tour stopped as the guards took posts on either side of a huge steel door in the center of the hall. The double doors were obviously made of gold, adorned with symbols of the Temple of Light, the Master Sword, and atop those, the ever present Triforce that watches over everything.
"Please, enter." The guard said. "Enter please." The second repeated with a smile.
Looking past the glare from guard one to guard two, Link smiled and pushed the huge doors open. Now, he was presented with another hallway, though shorter then this one. The floor was graced by a red carpet that lead all the way to a throne on the other end of the room. Sitting in the throne was a slightly older, plump man in the finest red robes one could imagine. A thick beard grew from his chin, his hair all white by now, and a crown sat upon his head, hiding the truth whether he had hair or not. Sitting beside him was Zelda in a slightly smaller throne, a bored look on her face brightening upon seeing link enter. Standing still beside her was none other then Impa, her hands folded behind her back, and a stoic, emotionless look upon her face. Link could swear, though, he saw her look to him and wink.
"Sir Link, I bid you please enter my humble court room." The King stated loudly. "Th-thank you, your majesty." Link replied, a little intimidated by the echoe the room possessed. Taking a few steps forward until he right before the royal family, Link once more bowed to them, hand over his heart, head lowered. The King looked to his daughter, flashing her a smile and nod, then back to Link, regaining his royal attitude.
"Please, do stand.if my daughter is correct in the tale she told me, then we owe you much young sir." The King said, placing a hand upon Link's shoulder, "Besides, we have much to discuss." "Discuss.?" Link asked as he stood, placing his hands behind his head, "About what, sire?" "Link.for the past couple months, I have been having dreams. Horrible dreams.about a great flood overtaking Hyrule." Zelda told him, "We could think of no one else to turn to, for surely the royal courtiers would think I was crazy." "A flood? From where?" Link asked, quite astonished.this wasn't what he had in mind for a "reward". "It comes from the north.yet at the same time, from the south will come another flood.a flood of evil forces. I have yet to see their leader in my dreams, but I know that with two such powers colliding, Hyrule stands no chance.so I wished to ask you.please stop the first flood.without this happening, I'm sure Hyrule could stand against the evil." ".You know, Zelda, you could have just told me this instead of the whole reward thing. I would always do my best, you know that." Link said with a grin, rubbing his neck. "Oh, but my boy, she did not jest with you. I do have a reward for you." The king quickly added, "Guards."
The two guards from just a few minutes ago entered, carrying with them a beautifully engraved sword. The blade seemed to have a blue shimmer to it, while the hilt and cross guard was seemingly made of sapphire! Link's eyes widened a bit.not even his Gilded Sword looked so finely crafted. The guards stopped, then bowed before Link, presenting the blade. Upon closer inspection, the blade had an engraving on it in ancient Hylian, from what Link could tell.
"Save the Queen."the King told him, "It's a blade that we present to the greatest of Hyrule's Knights, who have done their best to protect their Queen.or future queen, for that matter. Mind you, it is no Master Sword, but its quality is unquestioned."
Link reached a shaky hand out, grasping the hilt of the blade, then lifting it. It had amazing balance for a sword that he just picked up. Swinging it once or twice, he felt as if this sword just tailored its weight to the young hero! But that was impossible...right? Drawing forth his gilded sword fro his back, he tucked that into his belt carefully, then sheathed Save the Queen in its place. Turning back to the King and Zelda, once more he bowed.
"I will do my best to solve the mystery of this flood, majesties.umm.by your leave?" "Go then, and good luck." The king said, smiling at his attempt for court manners.
Link stood up as he did in the ranch, with a little skid. Looking once more to Zelda, he smiled, and turned, walking out of the royal hall with a bit more energy to his step. The King looked to Zelda and Impa, then stood up and left the room by a door near the thrones. Zelda placed her hands together, and whispered to herself: "Good luck, Link.may the way of the Hero lead to the Triforce."
Malon watched as Link slowly packed things into his bag in the room he had been staying in. She was unsure of what to say.he had just gotten back, and now he was leaving again? This seemed a little much. "Where.did you say you were heading again?" Malon asked, almost whispered. "To the North.Zelda says she had a dream about a flood coming from there." "North.Amberia is to the North, isn't it?" Malon pointed out. "Yeah.it is." Link said, pausing for a moment...then continuing, "I guess I'll stop by there and ask if anything has been going on." "Well then, I better get packing." "Yeah, you-.huh??" Link asked suddenly, looking up. "You promised to take me on your next adventure." Malon told him, "I have to get ready." "But Malon, this is hardly an "adventure".it more like.a mission?" Link tried to put up a convincing argument. ".Are you going back on your promise.?" Malon asked.puppy dogs eyes and the biting of a lower lip coming into play. "I.er.umm.of course not?" Link said, finally giving in. "Wonderful!" Malon exclaimed, "I'll be ready in a few minutes."
Kissing his cheek, she quickly ran out of the room towards her own. Link shook his head, and rubbed his neck.what a sucker he was for Malon and Zelda. Perhaps he was better off just going back to Kokiri and staying there. In any case, though, there was no point in looking back now. Taking the gilded sword from his side, he placed it on his bed.to wait until he returned.
"As soon as I get back.I'm gonna go see Saria." He promised himself.
Turning around, he went downstairs to wait by the door for Malon. As he left the room, he was so caught up in his own thoughts that he didn't even notice a shadow flicker in the corner of his room.leaping onto the sword and disappearing.sword and all.
Fin
Author's Notes: Ohhh, suspense ^__^. I know, I know, Save the Queen is from Final Fantasy.but hell, can you think of a better sword name for Link? And I can't just give him the Master Sword. Anyway, obviously the plot has just gone into motion. If you have any suggestions or anything, please, feel free to e-mail me at SonHimuraSan@aol.com. Well, until my next installment, please enjoy this and I hope you keep reading. Peace out. ~Shinta
Sunrise.in Hyrule, this meant watching that golden orb shed its light across the lands. It started first in the desert.slowly making its way out and across Hyrule field. Eventually, it would engulf Hyrule Castle itself, and then Kakiriko Village. After its lengthy journey, it would end by spreading rays of light through the trees of Kokiri Forest and Lake Hylia. Link had find memories of sitting quietly with Saria near the Forest Temple's entrance and watching the sun come over them, like a wave of warm water. For now, however, there were other things to attend to.
Link galloped up the gate of Hyrule Castle, just in time to watch the draw bridge lower as it usually did at the crack of dawn. Stepping off Epona, he offered out a carrot to her.Epona knew this part all to well. She still didn't see why she couldn't come with her knight. (Truthfully, Link felt the same way.'cause Epona was just friendlier then half the people in there). Stroking her ear once, the young boy clad in green strode past the guard and into the city. The city hadn't changed much.he still saw where everyone would set up their place in the market (of and when they awoke). It kind of saddened him that not much had changed.for in the end, he just returned to the same old Hyrule. Not letting this destroy his chipper morning mood, however, Link walked right up the path towards the castle.
Chapter Three: It comes from the North and South
Link was almost ready to go into his normal routine.sneak around the back and not alert any guards of his presence. However, though, upon simply approaching the gate, two guards walked up to him, looking down at the short lad. "Are you Sir Link?" One asked. "Yes.?" Link replied, "Is something wrong?" "We are to escort you to the King's chambers upon arrival." The second informed him, "And...uh...you have arrived!"
The first guard looked as if he wanted to slap the second guard upside the head. Resisting a chuckle from their actions, Link let them lead him onto the castle grounds, and then into Hyrule Castle. Now this was a new experience for the elven boy. Never before had he actually been into the legendary capitol of Hyrule. Eventually, though, the tour stopped as the guards took posts on either side of a huge steel door in the center of the hall. The double doors were obviously made of gold, adorned with symbols of the Temple of Light, the Master Sword, and atop those, the ever present Triforce that watches over everything.
"Please, enter." The guard said. "Enter please." The second repeated with a smile.
Looking past the glare from guard one to guard two, Link smiled and pushed the huge doors open. Now, he was presented with another hallway, though shorter then this one. The floor was graced by a red carpet that lead all the way to a throne on the other end of the room. Sitting in the throne was a slightly older, plump man in the finest red robes one could imagine. A thick beard grew from his chin, his hair all white by now, and a crown sat upon his head, hiding the truth whether he had hair or not. Sitting beside him was Zelda in a slightly smaller throne, a bored look on her face brightening upon seeing link enter. Standing still beside her was none other then Impa, her hands folded behind her back, and a stoic, emotionless look upon her face. Link could swear, though, he saw her look to him and wink.
"Sir Link, I bid you please enter my humble court room." The King stated loudly. "Th-thank you, your majesty." Link replied, a little intimidated by the echoe the room possessed. Taking a few steps forward until he right before the royal family, Link once more bowed to them, hand over his heart, head lowered. The King looked to his daughter, flashing her a smile and nod, then back to Link, regaining his royal attitude.
"Please, do stand.if my daughter is correct in the tale she told me, then we owe you much young sir." The King said, placing a hand upon Link's shoulder, "Besides, we have much to discuss." "Discuss.?" Link asked as he stood, placing his hands behind his head, "About what, sire?" "Link.for the past couple months, I have been having dreams. Horrible dreams.about a great flood overtaking Hyrule." Zelda told him, "We could think of no one else to turn to, for surely the royal courtiers would think I was crazy." "A flood? From where?" Link asked, quite astonished.this wasn't what he had in mind for a "reward". "It comes from the north.yet at the same time, from the south will come another flood.a flood of evil forces. I have yet to see their leader in my dreams, but I know that with two such powers colliding, Hyrule stands no chance.so I wished to ask you.please stop the first flood.without this happening, I'm sure Hyrule could stand against the evil." ".You know, Zelda, you could have just told me this instead of the whole reward thing. I would always do my best, you know that." Link said with a grin, rubbing his neck. "Oh, but my boy, she did not jest with you. I do have a reward for you." The king quickly added, "Guards."
The two guards from just a few minutes ago entered, carrying with them a beautifully engraved sword. The blade seemed to have a blue shimmer to it, while the hilt and cross guard was seemingly made of sapphire! Link's eyes widened a bit.not even his Gilded Sword looked so finely crafted. The guards stopped, then bowed before Link, presenting the blade. Upon closer inspection, the blade had an engraving on it in ancient Hylian, from what Link could tell.
"Save the Queen."the King told him, "It's a blade that we present to the greatest of Hyrule's Knights, who have done their best to protect their Queen.or future queen, for that matter. Mind you, it is no Master Sword, but its quality is unquestioned."
Link reached a shaky hand out, grasping the hilt of the blade, then lifting it. It had amazing balance for a sword that he just picked up. Swinging it once or twice, he felt as if this sword just tailored its weight to the young hero! But that was impossible...right? Drawing forth his gilded sword fro his back, he tucked that into his belt carefully, then sheathed Save the Queen in its place. Turning back to the King and Zelda, once more he bowed.
"I will do my best to solve the mystery of this flood, majesties.umm.by your leave?" "Go then, and good luck." The king said, smiling at his attempt for court manners.
Link stood up as he did in the ranch, with a little skid. Looking once more to Zelda, he smiled, and turned, walking out of the royal hall with a bit more energy to his step. The King looked to Zelda and Impa, then stood up and left the room by a door near the thrones. Zelda placed her hands together, and whispered to herself: "Good luck, Link.may the way of the Hero lead to the Triforce."
Malon watched as Link slowly packed things into his bag in the room he had been staying in. She was unsure of what to say.he had just gotten back, and now he was leaving again? This seemed a little much. "Where.did you say you were heading again?" Malon asked, almost whispered. "To the North.Zelda says she had a dream about a flood coming from there." "North.Amberia is to the North, isn't it?" Malon pointed out. "Yeah.it is." Link said, pausing for a moment...then continuing, "I guess I'll stop by there and ask if anything has been going on." "Well then, I better get packing." "Yeah, you-.huh??" Link asked suddenly, looking up. "You promised to take me on your next adventure." Malon told him, "I have to get ready." "But Malon, this is hardly an "adventure".it more like.a mission?" Link tried to put up a convincing argument. ".Are you going back on your promise.?" Malon asked.puppy dogs eyes and the biting of a lower lip coming into play. "I.er.umm.of course not?" Link said, finally giving in. "Wonderful!" Malon exclaimed, "I'll be ready in a few minutes."
Kissing his cheek, she quickly ran out of the room towards her own. Link shook his head, and rubbed his neck.what a sucker he was for Malon and Zelda. Perhaps he was better off just going back to Kokiri and staying there. In any case, though, there was no point in looking back now. Taking the gilded sword from his side, he placed it on his bed.to wait until he returned.
"As soon as I get back.I'm gonna go see Saria." He promised himself.
Turning around, he went downstairs to wait by the door for Malon. As he left the room, he was so caught up in his own thoughts that he didn't even notice a shadow flicker in the corner of his room.leaping onto the sword and disappearing.sword and all.
Fin
Author's Notes: Ohhh, suspense ^__^. I know, I know, Save the Queen is from Final Fantasy.but hell, can you think of a better sword name for Link? And I can't just give him the Master Sword. Anyway, obviously the plot has just gone into motion. If you have any suggestions or anything, please, feel free to e-mail me at SonHimuraSan@aol.com. Well, until my next installment, please enjoy this and I hope you keep reading. Peace out. ~Shinta