*Peeks out from shelter taken to protect me from angry readers* Sorry! Sue
me! It's a nice, loooong chapter (twenty typed pages), and I think a good
one at that. Hopefully, that will make up for lost time..
Well, as I said before, even more time passes. Approximately thirteen years, in fact! The twins are eighteen, and Lianell is fourteen. Link is less the warrior he once was, Gem more motherly, and Arinell.. Well, older. So, without further ado, here's chapter 3.
'Dreams and Schemes'
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Rain fell in soft drops outside the open window. A cool breeze blew into the room and chilled the silent figure lying on the bed. The room was dark and gloomy, as was the girl's mind.
Linessa listened to the rise and fall of her own breathing and the rain's song blend together. It made a sort of lullaby. Linessa wouldn't fall asleep to it, though. She wouldn't let herself.
She remained quiet as her older brother went into his room. Link had built a wall through the large room upstairs. Her parents and Arinell slept downstairs in a room added on a few years ago. Lianell slept in the same room as Linessa, as well as the same large bed. A somewhat comfortable arrangement for a rather large family.
Linessa sighed and sat up. Her shoulder length blonde hair fell into her sharp green eyes, getting caught in her long lashes. She blew them away with vehemence.
"I can't believe they wouldn't let me go to town," she muttered. "My book's already overdue!" She picked up the book on her nightstand, titled "Ancient Fighters." It contained a lot of information on the Gerudos. No one knew that she had it, except her friend Marie, who worked at the library. Linessa's eyes shone as she recalled the memory from the dark recesses of her mind, to savor it. A little girl talking to three Gerudos. The little girl was her.
Linessa's thoughts were cut short when Lianell came into the room. She smiled at her older sister.
"Dad's still kind of mad about the weapons," she informed Linessa. "He kept commenting on how much he hated violence." Lianell smirked. "Mom just rolled her eyes." Linessa laughed softly.
"I had to go to town today!" she complained. "Just because I made a few things.." Lianell snorted.
"A few things include a crudely made bow, arrows, and a spear." Lianell glanced at her sister. "Plus, you've hidden stuff under the bed." Linessa stiffened.
"Those were Dad's," she muttered. "I should have left them."
"So, what are they for?" Lianell asked, climbing onto the bed.
"I'm not telling you, Lia." The younger girl frowned.
"Come on, Nessa. I won't tell anyone!" Lia pleaded.
"Don't you have homework?" Linessa snapped. Lia snorted. "It's done. Besides, it's eleven at night. If it weren't done, would I really worry about it?" Both girls pulled off their boots and got under the covers.
"God, I can't wait to get out of this hell hole," Linessa groaned as she turned over. Lia didn't respond. "Night, Lia," Linessa whispered. There was a pause.
"Night, Nessa," Lia whispered back.
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"Up! Come on, get up!" Arinell said cheerfully as she pulled the blankets off of Linessa. The young girl groaned and rolled over. "I'll get up in a minute," she mumbled groggily. Arinell laughed heartily.
"That's what you always say, Miss Sleepy Bones! Come, now, get up!" Linessa had no choice but to get out of bed. Arinell clicked her tongue her. "You slept in your clothes again, Nessa. Are you on strike from changing?" she inquired. Her granddaughter grinned and stretched. "No, I'm just lazy, like Dad was when he was little and without a fairy." Arinell smiled.
"At least you listened to something he told you. Now, change your clothes. I kept your food warm," Arinell said as she left. Linessa stifled a yawn and stood up. Lianell and Naturo were already outside. Lia was laughing as Nat threw handfuls of straw at her. Linessa watched for a while, and then changed her clothes. When she was done, she went downstairs, closing the door on the sunny room.
Downstairs was a little darker. Gem smiled as her daughter walked down the steps, carefully jumping over the last few. Gem sighed.
"Can't you just walk down the stairs like a normal person?" she asked. Linessa stared intently at her mother before sitting down at the table.
"If you saw me do that, I'd have to leave," Linessa joked. Gem laughed. "You'd leave anyway," she said. Linessa frowned. "Especially if he makes me mad again," she added fumingly. Gem's smile quickly faded and she turned her back to her daughter. Arinell pushed a plate of food across to Linessa swiftly.
"Eat up," she whispered. Linessa glared angrily at her mother's back. Then she jumped up.
"Thanks," she muttered, grabbing some bacon and toast. Then she strode out the door, slamming it behind her. Gem flinched at the familiar sound. Arinell hugged. "She's a free spirit," she whispered, stroking Gem's hair. Gem didn't answer.
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"Hey, Nessa!" Naturo called. "What's up?" Link looked up from bundling hay to watch his daughter go into the stable. Nat threw him a questioning look. Link shrugged as Lia came out of the stable. "She's going to town," she told them. "She has to do some errands for Mom," she added as Link opened his mouth. He snapped it shut and went back to work. Lia went back into the stable.
"Dad, are you still mad at her?" Nat asked. Link grunted.
"Because if you are, there's no reason to be," the young man went on. "She just wants to learn to protect herself. If you'd let me...." Link shook his head.
"No. She has both of us to protect her," he answered gruffly, his voice deeper than it once was. "If she wants to protect herself, she'll make herself more likely a target." The large door of the stables opened and Linessa rode out on Diamond.
"See you later," she called, avoiding Link's eyes. She quickly rode past the house and out onto the field. Link muttered under his breath and continued working.
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Linessa inhaled deeply as she rode out of the entrance to the ranch. Hyrule Field was bright with flowers and some butterflies. Linessa urged Diamond forward through the sunny plain. The bridge leading into Hyrule Castle Town awaited her. Eager to cross, Linessa made Diamond gallop until she reached the river. There, she dismounted and entered town, leaving the horse to drink to her heart's content.
Linessa nodded to the armored guard. He smiled at her, admiring the young beauty. She hurried on.
"Hello, Linessa." "Good morning!" greeted Linessa as she entered the marketplace. She smiled and chatted to a few people, receiving compliments on the milk from the ranch and even on her dress. She pushed her way through the throng towards the library, which was built not too long after her sixteenth birthday. When she reached the door, she stopped to take a deep breath, and then stepped inside.
"Hello, Linessa," Marie called as Linessa entered.
"Hi," Linessa answered. She handed Marie the book over the counter, then dropped five Rupees into a jar labeled 'Money for New Books.' It was half full.
"Thank you," Marie said softly, noticing Linessa's gesture.
"You're welcome," she answered. There was a moment of silence, during which a few people entered to browse.
"It's awfully busy out there," Marie commented, noticing the crowd outside. "No wonder! The Lon Lon Ranch milk has gotten better over the years. There's even talk of a milk bar to be constructed here in town. There are people over in Termina and Clock Town coming to help."
"Termina? Holy cow!" Linessa exclaimed, surprised. "That's all the way through the Lost Woods!"
"Some people found a couple ways to get here from there and vice versa," Marie said, placing Linessa's book back on the shelf. "This town is really booming!"
"Yeah," Linessa agreed. Then she grinned. "Don't tell anyone what I've been reading, even under torture, okay?" Marie laughed.
"Trust me, I won't," she promised. Linessa gave her friend a quick hug over the counter. "I have to go. See you!" she called as she walked towards the door.
"Bye, Nessa!" Marie replied as the door shut.
Outside, it was even more crowded than before. Linessa pushed her way through onto the center street. When she looked up, her heart caught in her throat and she gave a little cry.
The man on the horse gave a little chuckle. His hair and eyes were a fiery orange, and he wore a crown. Linessa's eyes grew large.
"Ganon?" she whispered, half fearful, half menacing. The man raised an eyebrow.
"King Garmon, actually. Nephew of Lord Ganondorf," he answered. "It isn't something I'm proud of." Linessa stared as a blonde woman rode up on a horse to his side. "What have we here?" she asked curtly, looking down at Linessa. The girl instantly fell into a curtsy.
"Forgive my rudeness, Your Majesties," she stammered. "My name is Linessa, daughter of Link, Hero of Time, and Gemessa of Hiadra. I did not mean to.."
The Queen started at the names. "You're Link's daughter?" she asked. Linessa nodded slowly.
"Well, this is peculiar!" the King laughed. "Sorry to make you so uncomfortable, Linessa. This is my wife, Zelda." Linessa began to blush as she realized how stupid she acted. "This is our son, Prince Codin." Linessa smiled as a blonde-haired, orange-eyed boy of eighteen came beside his parents.
"I really am sorry!" Linessa exclaimed. "I had no idea you would be coming through!" Most of the townspeople went back to their shopping, but a few lingered. Zelda laughed.
"Join us, Linessa," she said. "We were about to take a ride around Hyrule Field." Linessa smiled.
"I would, but I have other errands," she explained.
"Well, at least accompany us to the bridge," Codin said eagerly. Linessa smiled again.
"That was where I was heading myself. One moment." All eyes were on Linessa as she moved to a stall and bought an apple. The few people who stood there were whispering as she moved past them.
"Gets special treatment, does she?" "Can't believe it. Just pranced in front of them and she gets a royal chauffeur." Linessa grew uncomfortable and hurried back to the Royal family. When she reached them, she mumbled something and started walking out of town. The others followed her.
"How rude!" Zelda exclaimed angrily as they came out of earshot. "Honestly! They thought we were giving her 'special treatment?' She practically royalty herself, for Nayru's Sake!" Linessa blushed at the Queen's defensive words.
"It's true," Codin said, noticing the change in Linessa's pallor.
"Linessa, Codin is coming of age soon, and is looking for a young lady. Would you..? OW!" Zelda cut Garmon off with an elbow to the ribs. She looked at Linessa. "If you would just consider, we would be obliged," she said with a sheepish grin. Linessa laughed. Codin had become very quiet and red in the face.
"Of course I will consider," she replied. "I will let you know my decision in an hour's time. Is that alright?" The entire family looked surprised at her words.
"Really?" Garmon said, amused. "Let us know then! Goodbye!" They all rode away. Linessa then realized she was standing next to Diamond. She patted the horse, then mounted. She watched in amusement as Prince Codin glanced back, then looked away.
'Goddesses, she's beautiful,' he thought.
"Not bad," she murmured as she directed Diamond towards Death Mountain. "Not bad at all."
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"Well, maybe. He is a prince, after all," Linessa argued with herself as she entered Kakariko Village. "What am I saying? I can't fall in love! Not if I become what I want to be, anyway." She kept muttering to herself until she reached the shooting gallery. People stared at her and moved away nervously. The village was unusually quiet.
"Hey, Darrin," Linessa said as she opened the door to the gallery. The owner's son smiled as she entered. "Hi Nessa," he greeted warmly. Darrin was about a year older than her, tall, muscular and handsome. His brown hair hung into his gray eyes, and he brushed it away. "Quiet today, isn't it?" he said. She nodded.
"Very. Did everyone go to Castle Town today?" she asked. Darrin pretended to be shocked.
"How ever did you figure it out?" he asked in a high-pitched voice. Linessa shrugged and pulled out her half-full bag of Rupees. "Lucky guess," she mumbled. He grinned.
"So, what is it today? One game for twenty, three for forty or six for sixty?" Darrin asked. Linessa smiled mischievously and put down forty Rupees. "Your old man's getting cheap!" she commented. He laughed.
"Very true!" he agreed readily. "Of course, if it were up to me, you'd be playing for a lot less, maybe even for free." She blushed and picked up the bow and quiver of arrows from the counter. "Let's do it," she said, slinging the quiver over her back.
"You know what to do," Darrin replied. Linessa took her place on the stand. "Ready?" he asked. She nodded. She heard the click of a switch and a whistle blew.
"Go!" Darrin called from behind her. Rupees popped up and Linessa shot them as fast as she could. Darrin watched appreciatively as she flew through the first game. As soon as it was done, he grinned. "Got 'em all! Nice job!" he complimented. Linessa turned and smiled at him. "Thanks," she replied happily. She took a break and got a few more arrows.
"Alright, get ready for number two," Darrin said. Linessa armed her bow and took her stance. Another whistle blew and she launched into game two. Shards of glass flew everywhere as the arrows hit their target. Darrin laughed as the game ended. "You got them all again! Great!" he exclaimed. They immediately went into the third and final game. Linessa got them all again.
"Practice makes perfect, and you've obviously had tons of practice," Darrin said as he took back the bow and near-empty quiver. "I'm really impressed, Linessa. You'll have to go up against me sometime."
"Yeah, because you're the best shooter in this village. I've heard the story, Darrin. Save it for the rookies," Linessa teased. He smiled at her.
"Here's your reward. One hundred and fifty Rupees. You're one of the top scorers. I swear, we'd be out of business if all shooter were like you, me, Nat and your dad.." Darrin trailed off, seeing Linessa tense up at the mention of her father. There was a silence that lasted for a couple minutes.
"So, how is he? Everything okay?" Darrin asked awkwardly. She frowned.
"He's being a real jackass. I'm lucky I got out today," she muttered. "The others are good. Mom and Grandma are just as protective as Dad, if not less. Nat's just the same as always, and Lia..well, she's just great." There was short pause. Then Darrin broke the silence again.
"Uh, Linessa, I know it's not exactly, um, the..right time and all, but I was wondering.." He hesitated, blushing slightly. Linessa waited patiently. "Uh......Do you, maybe, want to do something sometime?" he asked quietly. She stared at him.
"You mean, together?" she asked. Darrin sighed with relief and nodded. She smiled gently.
"Maybe. I'll bet back to you on that," she replied. "Whatever works," he said.
"Okay, well, I gotta run. She left and smiled back at him when she reached the door. She grinned broadly as soon as she was outside and hurried towards the stairs.
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"Well, yeah, I know I should be flattered," she argued with herself again. "But really! Two guys in one day! Can't....OOF!" Linessa ran into a woman carrying a small bundle. It fell from her arms and its contents spilled out all over the stairs.
"Sorry," Linessa muttered as she bent down to pick up the woman's things. "I guess I wasn't looking where I was going." Her hand froze in mid- reach as she noticed a small knife. The woman chuckled and Linessa looked up.
An older woman looked down at her, amused. Her gray hair was pulled back into a ponytail. Linessa inhaled sharply as realization dawned on her.
"You're a Skeikah!" she exclaimed, jumping to her feet and handing over the knife. The woman smiled.
"Very good, Linessa," she replied, her eyes focused on the girl's features. Linessa's eyes widened, and then quickly narrowed. "How do you know my name?" she asked fearfully. The woman laughed, startling her. "We all do," the woman answered, grinning. Linessa fled down the stairs, tripping once or twice. A green light shimmered and a small figure formed, although it didn't completely materialize.
"Oh, Impa! You shouldn't have frightened her so!" Saria scolded. Impa shrugged. "She doesn't even know who I am, only what I am. What is wrong with Link?" she asked aloud. "Let me drop these items off at the entrance, and I'll come back to the Temple." Saria nodded and sighed.
"Raru says you are immature," she said as she faded. Impa laughed and continued on her way.
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"Oh, Goddesses!" Linessa gasped as she stumbled onto the field. Diamond whinnied, and Linessa quickly ran to her. "Holy shit," she murmured as she hugged the horse. Diamond nuzzled her neck gently. Linessa held onto her mane for a while. Then she sighed and mounted.
"Time to find the royals," she said huskily. She clicked her tongue and Diamond started forward. Soon they were flying across the field. Clouds of dust rose from under the horse's hooves.
"There they are!" Linessa whispered to Diamond. She could distinctly make out several figures on horses near Lake Hylia's gates. The companions steadily lessened the distance between them. Linessa saw Codin wave, and waved back shakily.
"Linessa!" Zelda exclaimed as the girl rode up to them.
"Have you decided?" Garmon asked. He was given a withering glance by Zelda and smiled.
"I have decided that I will," Linessa replied. "I can't stay long. We can make arrangements later. Just..write me or something. I really have to get home."
"Alright," Zelda agreed proudly.
"Bye!" Linessa turned Diamond to go. Then she remembered something, but the others had already moved on. She sighed and headed home.
When she got there, Naturo met her at the entrance.
"Mom and Dad found out that you lied about the errands. They're in the stable. Give me Diamond and go inside." Linessa jumped off and hurried to the house while Nat led Diamond to the stables.
"Linessa.." Arinell began as her granddaughter entered the house. Linessa ignored her and dashed upstairs to her room. Gem and Link came in a minute later.
"Linessa!" Link yelled. Gem winced at the anger in his voice. The door upstairs opened and Linessa came out, looking innocent.
"Get down here," Link said quietly. Linessa carefully walked down the steps. When she reached the steps at the bottom, she hesitated.
And carefully walked down them, too.
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"So, how bad was your punishment?" Naturo asked later that night. They were upstairs in her room, discussing what happened in hushed tones. Lianell sat nearby in her chair by the window. The twins were sitting on the big bed. Linessa shrugged.
"Not too bad," she answered. "No going anywhere for a week, all that good stuff." Nat laughed lightly and brushed back his red hair.
"So, what did you do?" Lia asked, coming over to the bed and sitting with them. Linessa grinned.
"Well, I returned my book, and then ran into the Royal family. They're really nice." Nat's jaw dropped, and she went on quickly. "Then, I was asked to start seeing Prince Codin, but I'll tell you about that later. After that, I went to Kakariko Village to practice archery. When I was done, Darrin asked me out. I said I'd get back to him, and left. Next, I ran into a Sheikah on the steps, and she knew my name. I didn't stay to find out anymore than that. I ran away and found Zelda and the rest and told them that I would be happy to be Codin's lady or whatever the proper term is. Then I remembered what Darrin asked, but I had to come home." Linessa put her head in her hands and sighed deeply. "I'm confused." Lia hugged her older sister. Nat got up and stretched, glancing out the window and the swiftly dwindling light.
"Well, you sleep on it," he said, patting Linessa fondly on the shoulder. "I have to go put up the horses for the night." He walked out, leaving Lia and Linessa alone. Lia grinned in the fading light.
"So, what does Codin look like?" she asked, getting up to light a lamp. Linessa smiled as a dim flame started, then flourished into a bright glow.
"He's pretty cute," she admitted. "He has blonde hair and creepy red eyes, but they're warm. I'm not sure if I really like him yet, though." Lia climbed up next to her.
"Well, he's coming of age soon, isn't he?" Lia asked. Linessa nodded. "Well, that means he'll be twenty, you'll be nineteen, isn't that weird?" Lia gushed. Linessa giggled.
"Kind of." Lia gazed admiringly at her sister.
"What does Darrin look like?" she asked, scooting under the covers. Linessa rolled her eyes.
"Jeeze, you don't like to get off the subject of boys, do you?" Lia blushed and Linessa laughed, brushing a strand of strawberry-blonde hair out of her little sister's face. "He's got brown hair, and gray eyes that can be silver or blue in different light. He's kind of tan, tall and muscular, but Lia, he's as gentle as a lamb." Linessa shocked herself at her own vivid description. Lia was smiling happily.
"You know what I want my dream boy to be like, Nessa?" she asked.
"What?" Linessa inquired, situating herself between the covers. She was still in her clothes.
"I want him to be like Dad, somewhat," came the soft answer. Linessa growled angrily at the sound of the name. Lia sat up immediately.
"You know, Linessa, he's only trying to be a good father," she snapped. "But with you growling and saying all that mean stuff, it's hard for him. I think you're being really selfish, Linessa, and a pain in the ass!" Lia put a lot of gusto into the last word and fell back into her pillow. Linessa lay stunned by what her sister had said to her. She could hear Lia sniffling and knew that she was sorry, but rolled over and put her back to Lia. The sniffling continued for several more minutes.
"I'm sorry, Nessa," Lia whispered quietly. Linessa didn't answer. When Lia let out a strangled little sob, she rolled over and wrapped her arms around her little sister. "It's alright, Lia. I don't blame you." Lia squeezed Linessa's hand. "Alright," she murmured. "Love you, Nessa." She blew out the lantern, enveloping them in darkness.
"Love you back."
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Linessa was wide awake long after Lia's breathing slowed and regulated. She listened to the night sounds for a while, then got up. Placing one foot in front of the other, she soundlessly made her way to the door. She grasped the knob and eased the door open. It creaked on its hinges, and Lia stirred in the bed. Linessa froze.
"Nessa, what are you doing?" Lia mumbled. Linessa relaxed.
"Just going to get a drink, honey." Lia grunted in approval and rolled over. Linessa grinned and went downstairs.
"Okay, Linessa, you've been planning this for a while," she said to herself. "Don't back out now." She stopped at her parent's door, and heard only quiet breathing. She checked Arinell's room, too, with the same results. Then she really did get a drink of water, and went back upstairs and checked Nat's room. There was just the sound of light snoring.
'Phase one complete,' Linessa thought as she closed her bedroom door behind her. She cast her eyes to the open window and formulated the scene. She would climb down the thick vine growing outside the window. It forked to either side when it reached her parent's window. She would take the way closer to the entrance of the ranch, for an easier escape. Linessa smiled slightly. How ingenious was this plan? Then her eyes trailed to Lia's sleeping figure and the smile faded.
'I think you're being really selfish,' echoed the words in Linessa's head. Tears filled her eyes. "You were right, Lia," she whispered, holding the tears at bay. "I am selfish, but it's for the best." Linessa got down on her hands and knees and felt around under her bed. Almost instantly she felt a leather strap come into her grasp where she had hidden it earlier. She pulled it out. A sheathed dagger hung from the belt. Linessa stood up and slipped it onto her waist. She then headed for the window, but stopped and looked back at Lia. She was sleeping wither back to the window. Eyes welling with tears again, Linessa went to her dresser and opened a drawer. She pulled out three small items. She set them quietly on Lia's nightstand. She stole back to the window and swung a bare foot out. Then the other, and Linessa started the slow descent down the vine. When she reached her parent's window, she moved the left, and jumped down.
Linessa looked up at the moon and guessed that it was about one- thirty. In eight and a half hours, she would be nineteen. The tears flooded over without warning and she stifled a sob. She quickly ran away before anyone woke up. The cool night air dried her tears as she ran, only to be replaced by more. She stopped for a minute as she got outside the ranch. Without looking back, Linessa started to run again, this time towards Death Mountain. She would have taken Diamond, but it would have been too risky. She missed her horse, but Lia could have her. She was the only one in the family without a horse.
The damp grass made her feet hurt, which made her slow down. She didn't for long, though. Linessa knew she had to get to Kakariko Village before sun-up. She ran and ran. Her heart pounded, and her breathing became ragged and harsh to her ears. Finally, though, she reached the bridge after what seemed like hours. She kept running, over the grass and up both flights of stairs. Only then did she slow to a walk.
As Linessa walked into the village, she couldn't help but feel uncomfortable with the silence. It was quieter than before. The first thing she did was go to the shooting gallery. Darrin and his father lived in a small house connected to it. She hesitated a minute when she reached the door, then knocked. A minute later, Darrin's father opened the door. Linessa sighed with relief. He smiled toothlessly down at her, through a tangled mass of brown hair.
"Um, hi. Could.....could you tell Darrin I can't? He'll know what I mean," she asked. The big man nodded. "Sure thing, Linessa."
"Thanks! Night!" She bounded away. Darrin's father closed the door with a shake of his head and a large yawn.
"Okay," Linessa whispered as she walked up the steps and went towards the Potion Shop. "Phase two complete, phase three commenced." She turned the knob, but nothing happened. "I should have known," she muttered. She pulled out her dagger and ran it up and down the crack by the knob. She heard a faint click and replaced her dagger with a smug smile. Then she turned the knob and stepped inside.
Suddenly, bells started ringing in Linessa's ears. "Crap," she muttered as she ran through the hall to the left of the counter. Fortunately, the door leading outside was unlocked. She hurried outside and down a ladder. She ran up her final flight of stairs and opened another door.
The old woman behind the counter looked up as Linessa entered the smoke-filled room. "Welcome dearie," she cackled. Linessa bowed slightly.
"Ma'am I need your help and yours only," Linessa said clearly. The woman bobbed her head up and down furiously. "What is it you wish?" she asked kindly. Linessa took a deep breath.
"I wish to become a Gerudo. Look like them, have the same skills, everything." The old witch looked Linessa up and down. "Do you think you can handle it?" the woman asked. Linessa nodded. "Yes, ma'am," she answered solemnly. The woman smiled. "Then drink this." She handed Linessa a vial of purple liquid. "You will be how you wish in the morning." The witch turned her wheelchair to leave as Linessa swallowed the bitter liquid.
"Wait!" Linessa cried hoarsely, holding up a hand. The woman turned back around. "What is it you need?" she asked patiently. Linessa tossed a Silver Rupee on the counter.
"Can you please warp me to Gerudo Valley?" she asked. The woman smiled.
"As you wish," she answered huskily. She reached into a pouch and pulled out a handful of silver dust. "Concentrate on where you want to go," the woman said. While Linessa concentrated, the witch blew the dust into a corner of the room. Linessa watched in amazement as the valley took shape before her.
"Thank.." Linessa turned, but the woman was already gone. Shrugging, she stepped into the portal.
Instantly everything was black.
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I'm SOOOO sorry for not updating sooner! I'm having a major guilt trip right now, and you guys can add to it if you want. I'll update hopefully next weekend. Bye bye!!
Well, as I said before, even more time passes. Approximately thirteen years, in fact! The twins are eighteen, and Lianell is fourteen. Link is less the warrior he once was, Gem more motherly, and Arinell.. Well, older. So, without further ado, here's chapter 3.
'Dreams and Schemes'
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Rain fell in soft drops outside the open window. A cool breeze blew into the room and chilled the silent figure lying on the bed. The room was dark and gloomy, as was the girl's mind.
Linessa listened to the rise and fall of her own breathing and the rain's song blend together. It made a sort of lullaby. Linessa wouldn't fall asleep to it, though. She wouldn't let herself.
She remained quiet as her older brother went into his room. Link had built a wall through the large room upstairs. Her parents and Arinell slept downstairs in a room added on a few years ago. Lianell slept in the same room as Linessa, as well as the same large bed. A somewhat comfortable arrangement for a rather large family.
Linessa sighed and sat up. Her shoulder length blonde hair fell into her sharp green eyes, getting caught in her long lashes. She blew them away with vehemence.
"I can't believe they wouldn't let me go to town," she muttered. "My book's already overdue!" She picked up the book on her nightstand, titled "Ancient Fighters." It contained a lot of information on the Gerudos. No one knew that she had it, except her friend Marie, who worked at the library. Linessa's eyes shone as she recalled the memory from the dark recesses of her mind, to savor it. A little girl talking to three Gerudos. The little girl was her.
Linessa's thoughts were cut short when Lianell came into the room. She smiled at her older sister.
"Dad's still kind of mad about the weapons," she informed Linessa. "He kept commenting on how much he hated violence." Lianell smirked. "Mom just rolled her eyes." Linessa laughed softly.
"I had to go to town today!" she complained. "Just because I made a few things.." Lianell snorted.
"A few things include a crudely made bow, arrows, and a spear." Lianell glanced at her sister. "Plus, you've hidden stuff under the bed." Linessa stiffened.
"Those were Dad's," she muttered. "I should have left them."
"So, what are they for?" Lianell asked, climbing onto the bed.
"I'm not telling you, Lia." The younger girl frowned.
"Come on, Nessa. I won't tell anyone!" Lia pleaded.
"Don't you have homework?" Linessa snapped. Lia snorted. "It's done. Besides, it's eleven at night. If it weren't done, would I really worry about it?" Both girls pulled off their boots and got under the covers.
"God, I can't wait to get out of this hell hole," Linessa groaned as she turned over. Lia didn't respond. "Night, Lia," Linessa whispered. There was a pause.
"Night, Nessa," Lia whispered back.
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"Up! Come on, get up!" Arinell said cheerfully as she pulled the blankets off of Linessa. The young girl groaned and rolled over. "I'll get up in a minute," she mumbled groggily. Arinell laughed heartily.
"That's what you always say, Miss Sleepy Bones! Come, now, get up!" Linessa had no choice but to get out of bed. Arinell clicked her tongue her. "You slept in your clothes again, Nessa. Are you on strike from changing?" she inquired. Her granddaughter grinned and stretched. "No, I'm just lazy, like Dad was when he was little and without a fairy." Arinell smiled.
"At least you listened to something he told you. Now, change your clothes. I kept your food warm," Arinell said as she left. Linessa stifled a yawn and stood up. Lianell and Naturo were already outside. Lia was laughing as Nat threw handfuls of straw at her. Linessa watched for a while, and then changed her clothes. When she was done, she went downstairs, closing the door on the sunny room.
Downstairs was a little darker. Gem smiled as her daughter walked down the steps, carefully jumping over the last few. Gem sighed.
"Can't you just walk down the stairs like a normal person?" she asked. Linessa stared intently at her mother before sitting down at the table.
"If you saw me do that, I'd have to leave," Linessa joked. Gem laughed. "You'd leave anyway," she said. Linessa frowned. "Especially if he makes me mad again," she added fumingly. Gem's smile quickly faded and she turned her back to her daughter. Arinell pushed a plate of food across to Linessa swiftly.
"Eat up," she whispered. Linessa glared angrily at her mother's back. Then she jumped up.
"Thanks," she muttered, grabbing some bacon and toast. Then she strode out the door, slamming it behind her. Gem flinched at the familiar sound. Arinell hugged. "She's a free spirit," she whispered, stroking Gem's hair. Gem didn't answer.
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"Hey, Nessa!" Naturo called. "What's up?" Link looked up from bundling hay to watch his daughter go into the stable. Nat threw him a questioning look. Link shrugged as Lia came out of the stable. "She's going to town," she told them. "She has to do some errands for Mom," she added as Link opened his mouth. He snapped it shut and went back to work. Lia went back into the stable.
"Dad, are you still mad at her?" Nat asked. Link grunted.
"Because if you are, there's no reason to be," the young man went on. "She just wants to learn to protect herself. If you'd let me...." Link shook his head.
"No. She has both of us to protect her," he answered gruffly, his voice deeper than it once was. "If she wants to protect herself, she'll make herself more likely a target." The large door of the stables opened and Linessa rode out on Diamond.
"See you later," she called, avoiding Link's eyes. She quickly rode past the house and out onto the field. Link muttered under his breath and continued working.
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Linessa inhaled deeply as she rode out of the entrance to the ranch. Hyrule Field was bright with flowers and some butterflies. Linessa urged Diamond forward through the sunny plain. The bridge leading into Hyrule Castle Town awaited her. Eager to cross, Linessa made Diamond gallop until she reached the river. There, she dismounted and entered town, leaving the horse to drink to her heart's content.
Linessa nodded to the armored guard. He smiled at her, admiring the young beauty. She hurried on.
"Hello, Linessa." "Good morning!" greeted Linessa as she entered the marketplace. She smiled and chatted to a few people, receiving compliments on the milk from the ranch and even on her dress. She pushed her way through the throng towards the library, which was built not too long after her sixteenth birthday. When she reached the door, she stopped to take a deep breath, and then stepped inside.
"Hello, Linessa," Marie called as Linessa entered.
"Hi," Linessa answered. She handed Marie the book over the counter, then dropped five Rupees into a jar labeled 'Money for New Books.' It was half full.
"Thank you," Marie said softly, noticing Linessa's gesture.
"You're welcome," she answered. There was a moment of silence, during which a few people entered to browse.
"It's awfully busy out there," Marie commented, noticing the crowd outside. "No wonder! The Lon Lon Ranch milk has gotten better over the years. There's even talk of a milk bar to be constructed here in town. There are people over in Termina and Clock Town coming to help."
"Termina? Holy cow!" Linessa exclaimed, surprised. "That's all the way through the Lost Woods!"
"Some people found a couple ways to get here from there and vice versa," Marie said, placing Linessa's book back on the shelf. "This town is really booming!"
"Yeah," Linessa agreed. Then she grinned. "Don't tell anyone what I've been reading, even under torture, okay?" Marie laughed.
"Trust me, I won't," she promised. Linessa gave her friend a quick hug over the counter. "I have to go. See you!" she called as she walked towards the door.
"Bye, Nessa!" Marie replied as the door shut.
Outside, it was even more crowded than before. Linessa pushed her way through onto the center street. When she looked up, her heart caught in her throat and she gave a little cry.
The man on the horse gave a little chuckle. His hair and eyes were a fiery orange, and he wore a crown. Linessa's eyes grew large.
"Ganon?" she whispered, half fearful, half menacing. The man raised an eyebrow.
"King Garmon, actually. Nephew of Lord Ganondorf," he answered. "It isn't something I'm proud of." Linessa stared as a blonde woman rode up on a horse to his side. "What have we here?" she asked curtly, looking down at Linessa. The girl instantly fell into a curtsy.
"Forgive my rudeness, Your Majesties," she stammered. "My name is Linessa, daughter of Link, Hero of Time, and Gemessa of Hiadra. I did not mean to.."
The Queen started at the names. "You're Link's daughter?" she asked. Linessa nodded slowly.
"Well, this is peculiar!" the King laughed. "Sorry to make you so uncomfortable, Linessa. This is my wife, Zelda." Linessa began to blush as she realized how stupid she acted. "This is our son, Prince Codin." Linessa smiled as a blonde-haired, orange-eyed boy of eighteen came beside his parents.
"I really am sorry!" Linessa exclaimed. "I had no idea you would be coming through!" Most of the townspeople went back to their shopping, but a few lingered. Zelda laughed.
"Join us, Linessa," she said. "We were about to take a ride around Hyrule Field." Linessa smiled.
"I would, but I have other errands," she explained.
"Well, at least accompany us to the bridge," Codin said eagerly. Linessa smiled again.
"That was where I was heading myself. One moment." All eyes were on Linessa as she moved to a stall and bought an apple. The few people who stood there were whispering as she moved past them.
"Gets special treatment, does she?" "Can't believe it. Just pranced in front of them and she gets a royal chauffeur." Linessa grew uncomfortable and hurried back to the Royal family. When she reached them, she mumbled something and started walking out of town. The others followed her.
"How rude!" Zelda exclaimed angrily as they came out of earshot. "Honestly! They thought we were giving her 'special treatment?' She practically royalty herself, for Nayru's Sake!" Linessa blushed at the Queen's defensive words.
"It's true," Codin said, noticing the change in Linessa's pallor.
"Linessa, Codin is coming of age soon, and is looking for a young lady. Would you..? OW!" Zelda cut Garmon off with an elbow to the ribs. She looked at Linessa. "If you would just consider, we would be obliged," she said with a sheepish grin. Linessa laughed. Codin had become very quiet and red in the face.
"Of course I will consider," she replied. "I will let you know my decision in an hour's time. Is that alright?" The entire family looked surprised at her words.
"Really?" Garmon said, amused. "Let us know then! Goodbye!" They all rode away. Linessa then realized she was standing next to Diamond. She patted the horse, then mounted. She watched in amusement as Prince Codin glanced back, then looked away.
'Goddesses, she's beautiful,' he thought.
"Not bad," she murmured as she directed Diamond towards Death Mountain. "Not bad at all."
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"Well, maybe. He is a prince, after all," Linessa argued with herself as she entered Kakariko Village. "What am I saying? I can't fall in love! Not if I become what I want to be, anyway." She kept muttering to herself until she reached the shooting gallery. People stared at her and moved away nervously. The village was unusually quiet.
"Hey, Darrin," Linessa said as she opened the door to the gallery. The owner's son smiled as she entered. "Hi Nessa," he greeted warmly. Darrin was about a year older than her, tall, muscular and handsome. His brown hair hung into his gray eyes, and he brushed it away. "Quiet today, isn't it?" he said. She nodded.
"Very. Did everyone go to Castle Town today?" she asked. Darrin pretended to be shocked.
"How ever did you figure it out?" he asked in a high-pitched voice. Linessa shrugged and pulled out her half-full bag of Rupees. "Lucky guess," she mumbled. He grinned.
"So, what is it today? One game for twenty, three for forty or six for sixty?" Darrin asked. Linessa smiled mischievously and put down forty Rupees. "Your old man's getting cheap!" she commented. He laughed.
"Very true!" he agreed readily. "Of course, if it were up to me, you'd be playing for a lot less, maybe even for free." She blushed and picked up the bow and quiver of arrows from the counter. "Let's do it," she said, slinging the quiver over her back.
"You know what to do," Darrin replied. Linessa took her place on the stand. "Ready?" he asked. She nodded. She heard the click of a switch and a whistle blew.
"Go!" Darrin called from behind her. Rupees popped up and Linessa shot them as fast as she could. Darrin watched appreciatively as she flew through the first game. As soon as it was done, he grinned. "Got 'em all! Nice job!" he complimented. Linessa turned and smiled at him. "Thanks," she replied happily. She took a break and got a few more arrows.
"Alright, get ready for number two," Darrin said. Linessa armed her bow and took her stance. Another whistle blew and she launched into game two. Shards of glass flew everywhere as the arrows hit their target. Darrin laughed as the game ended. "You got them all again! Great!" he exclaimed. They immediately went into the third and final game. Linessa got them all again.
"Practice makes perfect, and you've obviously had tons of practice," Darrin said as he took back the bow and near-empty quiver. "I'm really impressed, Linessa. You'll have to go up against me sometime."
"Yeah, because you're the best shooter in this village. I've heard the story, Darrin. Save it for the rookies," Linessa teased. He smiled at her.
"Here's your reward. One hundred and fifty Rupees. You're one of the top scorers. I swear, we'd be out of business if all shooter were like you, me, Nat and your dad.." Darrin trailed off, seeing Linessa tense up at the mention of her father. There was a silence that lasted for a couple minutes.
"So, how is he? Everything okay?" Darrin asked awkwardly. She frowned.
"He's being a real jackass. I'm lucky I got out today," she muttered. "The others are good. Mom and Grandma are just as protective as Dad, if not less. Nat's just the same as always, and Lia..well, she's just great." There was short pause. Then Darrin broke the silence again.
"Uh, Linessa, I know it's not exactly, um, the..right time and all, but I was wondering.." He hesitated, blushing slightly. Linessa waited patiently. "Uh......Do you, maybe, want to do something sometime?" he asked quietly. She stared at him.
"You mean, together?" she asked. Darrin sighed with relief and nodded. She smiled gently.
"Maybe. I'll bet back to you on that," she replied. "Whatever works," he said.
"Okay, well, I gotta run. She left and smiled back at him when she reached the door. She grinned broadly as soon as she was outside and hurried towards the stairs.
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"Well, yeah, I know I should be flattered," she argued with herself again. "But really! Two guys in one day! Can't....OOF!" Linessa ran into a woman carrying a small bundle. It fell from her arms and its contents spilled out all over the stairs.
"Sorry," Linessa muttered as she bent down to pick up the woman's things. "I guess I wasn't looking where I was going." Her hand froze in mid- reach as she noticed a small knife. The woman chuckled and Linessa looked up.
An older woman looked down at her, amused. Her gray hair was pulled back into a ponytail. Linessa inhaled sharply as realization dawned on her.
"You're a Skeikah!" she exclaimed, jumping to her feet and handing over the knife. The woman smiled.
"Very good, Linessa," she replied, her eyes focused on the girl's features. Linessa's eyes widened, and then quickly narrowed. "How do you know my name?" she asked fearfully. The woman laughed, startling her. "We all do," the woman answered, grinning. Linessa fled down the stairs, tripping once or twice. A green light shimmered and a small figure formed, although it didn't completely materialize.
"Oh, Impa! You shouldn't have frightened her so!" Saria scolded. Impa shrugged. "She doesn't even know who I am, only what I am. What is wrong with Link?" she asked aloud. "Let me drop these items off at the entrance, and I'll come back to the Temple." Saria nodded and sighed.
"Raru says you are immature," she said as she faded. Impa laughed and continued on her way.
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"Oh, Goddesses!" Linessa gasped as she stumbled onto the field. Diamond whinnied, and Linessa quickly ran to her. "Holy shit," she murmured as she hugged the horse. Diamond nuzzled her neck gently. Linessa held onto her mane for a while. Then she sighed and mounted.
"Time to find the royals," she said huskily. She clicked her tongue and Diamond started forward. Soon they were flying across the field. Clouds of dust rose from under the horse's hooves.
"There they are!" Linessa whispered to Diamond. She could distinctly make out several figures on horses near Lake Hylia's gates. The companions steadily lessened the distance between them. Linessa saw Codin wave, and waved back shakily.
"Linessa!" Zelda exclaimed as the girl rode up to them.
"Have you decided?" Garmon asked. He was given a withering glance by Zelda and smiled.
"I have decided that I will," Linessa replied. "I can't stay long. We can make arrangements later. Just..write me or something. I really have to get home."
"Alright," Zelda agreed proudly.
"Bye!" Linessa turned Diamond to go. Then she remembered something, but the others had already moved on. She sighed and headed home.
When she got there, Naturo met her at the entrance.
"Mom and Dad found out that you lied about the errands. They're in the stable. Give me Diamond and go inside." Linessa jumped off and hurried to the house while Nat led Diamond to the stables.
"Linessa.." Arinell began as her granddaughter entered the house. Linessa ignored her and dashed upstairs to her room. Gem and Link came in a minute later.
"Linessa!" Link yelled. Gem winced at the anger in his voice. The door upstairs opened and Linessa came out, looking innocent.
"Get down here," Link said quietly. Linessa carefully walked down the steps. When she reached the steps at the bottom, she hesitated.
And carefully walked down them, too.
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"So, how bad was your punishment?" Naturo asked later that night. They were upstairs in her room, discussing what happened in hushed tones. Lianell sat nearby in her chair by the window. The twins were sitting on the big bed. Linessa shrugged.
"Not too bad," she answered. "No going anywhere for a week, all that good stuff." Nat laughed lightly and brushed back his red hair.
"So, what did you do?" Lia asked, coming over to the bed and sitting with them. Linessa grinned.
"Well, I returned my book, and then ran into the Royal family. They're really nice." Nat's jaw dropped, and she went on quickly. "Then, I was asked to start seeing Prince Codin, but I'll tell you about that later. After that, I went to Kakariko Village to practice archery. When I was done, Darrin asked me out. I said I'd get back to him, and left. Next, I ran into a Sheikah on the steps, and she knew my name. I didn't stay to find out anymore than that. I ran away and found Zelda and the rest and told them that I would be happy to be Codin's lady or whatever the proper term is. Then I remembered what Darrin asked, but I had to come home." Linessa put her head in her hands and sighed deeply. "I'm confused." Lia hugged her older sister. Nat got up and stretched, glancing out the window and the swiftly dwindling light.
"Well, you sleep on it," he said, patting Linessa fondly on the shoulder. "I have to go put up the horses for the night." He walked out, leaving Lia and Linessa alone. Lia grinned in the fading light.
"So, what does Codin look like?" she asked, getting up to light a lamp. Linessa smiled as a dim flame started, then flourished into a bright glow.
"He's pretty cute," she admitted. "He has blonde hair and creepy red eyes, but they're warm. I'm not sure if I really like him yet, though." Lia climbed up next to her.
"Well, he's coming of age soon, isn't he?" Lia asked. Linessa nodded. "Well, that means he'll be twenty, you'll be nineteen, isn't that weird?" Lia gushed. Linessa giggled.
"Kind of." Lia gazed admiringly at her sister.
"What does Darrin look like?" she asked, scooting under the covers. Linessa rolled her eyes.
"Jeeze, you don't like to get off the subject of boys, do you?" Lia blushed and Linessa laughed, brushing a strand of strawberry-blonde hair out of her little sister's face. "He's got brown hair, and gray eyes that can be silver or blue in different light. He's kind of tan, tall and muscular, but Lia, he's as gentle as a lamb." Linessa shocked herself at her own vivid description. Lia was smiling happily.
"You know what I want my dream boy to be like, Nessa?" she asked.
"What?" Linessa inquired, situating herself between the covers. She was still in her clothes.
"I want him to be like Dad, somewhat," came the soft answer. Linessa growled angrily at the sound of the name. Lia sat up immediately.
"You know, Linessa, he's only trying to be a good father," she snapped. "But with you growling and saying all that mean stuff, it's hard for him. I think you're being really selfish, Linessa, and a pain in the ass!" Lia put a lot of gusto into the last word and fell back into her pillow. Linessa lay stunned by what her sister had said to her. She could hear Lia sniffling and knew that she was sorry, but rolled over and put her back to Lia. The sniffling continued for several more minutes.
"I'm sorry, Nessa," Lia whispered quietly. Linessa didn't answer. When Lia let out a strangled little sob, she rolled over and wrapped her arms around her little sister. "It's alright, Lia. I don't blame you." Lia squeezed Linessa's hand. "Alright," she murmured. "Love you, Nessa." She blew out the lantern, enveloping them in darkness.
"Love you back."
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Linessa was wide awake long after Lia's breathing slowed and regulated. She listened to the night sounds for a while, then got up. Placing one foot in front of the other, she soundlessly made her way to the door. She grasped the knob and eased the door open. It creaked on its hinges, and Lia stirred in the bed. Linessa froze.
"Nessa, what are you doing?" Lia mumbled. Linessa relaxed.
"Just going to get a drink, honey." Lia grunted in approval and rolled over. Linessa grinned and went downstairs.
"Okay, Linessa, you've been planning this for a while," she said to herself. "Don't back out now." She stopped at her parent's door, and heard only quiet breathing. She checked Arinell's room, too, with the same results. Then she really did get a drink of water, and went back upstairs and checked Nat's room. There was just the sound of light snoring.
'Phase one complete,' Linessa thought as she closed her bedroom door behind her. She cast her eyes to the open window and formulated the scene. She would climb down the thick vine growing outside the window. It forked to either side when it reached her parent's window. She would take the way closer to the entrance of the ranch, for an easier escape. Linessa smiled slightly. How ingenious was this plan? Then her eyes trailed to Lia's sleeping figure and the smile faded.
'I think you're being really selfish,' echoed the words in Linessa's head. Tears filled her eyes. "You were right, Lia," she whispered, holding the tears at bay. "I am selfish, but it's for the best." Linessa got down on her hands and knees and felt around under her bed. Almost instantly she felt a leather strap come into her grasp where she had hidden it earlier. She pulled it out. A sheathed dagger hung from the belt. Linessa stood up and slipped it onto her waist. She then headed for the window, but stopped and looked back at Lia. She was sleeping wither back to the window. Eyes welling with tears again, Linessa went to her dresser and opened a drawer. She pulled out three small items. She set them quietly on Lia's nightstand. She stole back to the window and swung a bare foot out. Then the other, and Linessa started the slow descent down the vine. When she reached her parent's window, she moved the left, and jumped down.
Linessa looked up at the moon and guessed that it was about one- thirty. In eight and a half hours, she would be nineteen. The tears flooded over without warning and she stifled a sob. She quickly ran away before anyone woke up. The cool night air dried her tears as she ran, only to be replaced by more. She stopped for a minute as she got outside the ranch. Without looking back, Linessa started to run again, this time towards Death Mountain. She would have taken Diamond, but it would have been too risky. She missed her horse, but Lia could have her. She was the only one in the family without a horse.
The damp grass made her feet hurt, which made her slow down. She didn't for long, though. Linessa knew she had to get to Kakariko Village before sun-up. She ran and ran. Her heart pounded, and her breathing became ragged and harsh to her ears. Finally, though, she reached the bridge after what seemed like hours. She kept running, over the grass and up both flights of stairs. Only then did she slow to a walk.
As Linessa walked into the village, she couldn't help but feel uncomfortable with the silence. It was quieter than before. The first thing she did was go to the shooting gallery. Darrin and his father lived in a small house connected to it. She hesitated a minute when she reached the door, then knocked. A minute later, Darrin's father opened the door. Linessa sighed with relief. He smiled toothlessly down at her, through a tangled mass of brown hair.
"Um, hi. Could.....could you tell Darrin I can't? He'll know what I mean," she asked. The big man nodded. "Sure thing, Linessa."
"Thanks! Night!" She bounded away. Darrin's father closed the door with a shake of his head and a large yawn.
"Okay," Linessa whispered as she walked up the steps and went towards the Potion Shop. "Phase two complete, phase three commenced." She turned the knob, but nothing happened. "I should have known," she muttered. She pulled out her dagger and ran it up and down the crack by the knob. She heard a faint click and replaced her dagger with a smug smile. Then she turned the knob and stepped inside.
Suddenly, bells started ringing in Linessa's ears. "Crap," she muttered as she ran through the hall to the left of the counter. Fortunately, the door leading outside was unlocked. She hurried outside and down a ladder. She ran up her final flight of stairs and opened another door.
The old woman behind the counter looked up as Linessa entered the smoke-filled room. "Welcome dearie," she cackled. Linessa bowed slightly.
"Ma'am I need your help and yours only," Linessa said clearly. The woman bobbed her head up and down furiously. "What is it you wish?" she asked kindly. Linessa took a deep breath.
"I wish to become a Gerudo. Look like them, have the same skills, everything." The old witch looked Linessa up and down. "Do you think you can handle it?" the woman asked. Linessa nodded. "Yes, ma'am," she answered solemnly. The woman smiled. "Then drink this." She handed Linessa a vial of purple liquid. "You will be how you wish in the morning." The witch turned her wheelchair to leave as Linessa swallowed the bitter liquid.
"Wait!" Linessa cried hoarsely, holding up a hand. The woman turned back around. "What is it you need?" she asked patiently. Linessa tossed a Silver Rupee on the counter.
"Can you please warp me to Gerudo Valley?" she asked. The woman smiled.
"As you wish," she answered huskily. She reached into a pouch and pulled out a handful of silver dust. "Concentrate on where you want to go," the woman said. While Linessa concentrated, the witch blew the dust into a corner of the room. Linessa watched in amazement as the valley took shape before her.
"Thank.." Linessa turned, but the woman was already gone. Shrugging, she stepped into the portal.
Instantly everything was black.
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I'm SOOOO sorry for not updating sooner! I'm having a major guilt trip right now, and you guys can add to it if you want. I'll update hopefully next weekend. Bye bye!!