Dark Ages
Chapter 1: Return

Introduction: A few months have passed since the first story "Between Love and Death" Rasheed and Misty have kept their promises and stayed together. Misty has been the same, though she has a new look. She still has that one green eye and red eye. And the same weapons and artifacts. But she now has a Black top with no sleeves and a long red skirt. She also wears sandals that have a 2-inch heel. Her hair has gotten longer so it is in a high ponytail. Rasheed still looks the same except his hair is in a low ponytail instead of just having it down. In this story you will learn more on what will happen next.

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The wind was moving slow and steady. The sounds of windmills were echoing in the air and town's folks were walking in a clam manner unlike the people in the Hyrule Market. This place is called Valley of the Wind. Misty's homeland. And also home of the wind priestesses and wind deity. This land is not a part of Hyrule, but its location is kept secret. Though I may tell you this. It is hidden deep in the Lost Woods and is protected by spirits and magic that will not let anyone in. Except people of pure heart and soul. Those who are full of hate and only wants to kill will die a painful death.
This place is also known for its lake, which is home to the water spirits. It is the purest lake in this land. Up the hill from the market area, are two separate houses. One is the village elder whom is also Misty's master and the other is of course Misty's. Behind it is a pen full of sheep that are in strange shapes. Mostly shaped in furniture. Why are they like that you ask? Well lets just say Misty doesn't want to talk about it. Also there is the training grounds which was old and beat up. Misty used to train there but now it is barely used and weeds and moss now grow there. But no it seems to be the home of Misty's two mystical creatures. One is an ice blue dragon named Raja and the other is her white winged horse name Ryoga. Those two are her reliable creatures that come to her when she calls them on her flute.
Both Misty and Rasheed have been living here for quite a while after their victory over Hellingina. Been relaxing and haven't been fighting a lot. Near the lake, Misty and Rasheed were seen there walking together. Misty sighed a bit and looked at the clear sky. Rasheed put his arm around her as they walked back towards the market.
"It has been quiet for months. Ever since we defeated Hellingina, everything has gotten all peaceful," she said.
"I guess...but I swear if I don't start fighting soon, I'm going to crack!" he said jokingly. Misty laughed.
"Yeah...but what I really miss is our friends being here with us. Saya and her coolness, Mikagami and you fighting. It's hard to get use to them not being here," Misty said.
"Hey I miss Saya. But Mikagami, eh I don't care about him much," he said. Though Misty knew it was a lie. She knew that he and Mikagami were starting to become friends.
"Aww come on. I know you miss him too," she said with a grin.
"No I don't! And stop grinning," he said. He then laughed a bit and nudged her "Ok, ok I guess I miss Mikagami a little bit."
"Sure you do," Misty said.
"Hey quit teasing me!" Rasheed said. As they talked and joked, they were then at the Market. Everyone greeted them as they entered. It took a few days for them to get use to Rasheed, but then after a while they accepted him as one of them.
"Hey Misty," said one of the villagers.
"Hi," Misty replied. Soon they were greeted by more of them. Misty blushed a bit and waved to them. Rasheed just grinned and waved to them also. They walked back to Misty's house to talk to elder about some things about the four gods. Up the hill, stood elder. Waiting for them to come home. He was a typical old man with a cane. He had a long beard and was completely bald. Though don't take him lightly for he is an excellent fighter. Plus he was the one who taught Misty spells and how to fight. He has been living here for years and years. No one knows how old he was, but some say he has been alive ever since the first king of Hyrule. His true powers are shrouded in mystery.
"Hello elder," Misty said softly.
"Ah young Misty. And I see you brought back Rasheed. You two been doing anything lately?" elder asked.
"Nope, we haven't being doing a lot actually," Rasheed said.
"Ah well, come in. I must tell you something," elder said as he walked back in his home. Misty looked at Rasheed and gave him the look that meant, "Wonder what he wants to tell us?" Rasheed just shrugged and went in the elder's house. Misty followed behind and took off her sandals. It looked like a dojo here. Though it was the right place for elder to concentrate and relax.
"Please sit down, the both of you," elder said. Both of them sat on the floor facing elder. Misty sat down first, then Rasheed. Their backs straight and their eyes focused on elder. A small fire was in front of him and he through in this power that changed the fire to blue fire. It was cold, no heart at all. The flames seemed to dance in Misty's eyes.
"Long ago, a evil man once tried to take over this vast forsaken land. His name was Gorlok. He was a ruthless beast who was sent here to kill all who were against him. He worked under the man named Ganondorf. Though all was put to an end due to another young man who was known as the Hero of Time. Light put an end to darkness and everything was peaceful once again. Though another dark force appeared. It was Hellingina. But this time you two; the gods of Nayru and Din put an end to her. The reason I brought you two here is because there is another strange dark presence between Hyrule and our village. You two must travel back to Hyrule and awaken the Sages from their long slumber," elder said. Misty nods in agreement and so does Rasheed.
"We will do what we can to stop all evil," Rasheed said. He got up and helps Misty to her feet.
"Lets go Rasheed," she said. Both of them started to head out until elder called them again.
"You two must be careful. I feel that this time the evil will be strong,"
"Don't worry elder. We will come back as soon as this mission is over," Misty said and she walked out of the house. She then started to walk at a faster pace. Rasheed walked right next to her and looked at her.
"So we have to go to the temple of time in order to awaken the sages," Rasheed said.
"Right, but we have to hurry," she said. They were then back out in the Lost Woods. It was warm here, yet quiet and relaxing.
"Man it's been a while since we have come though here," Misty said.
"Yeah, I'm not use to coming here anymore," Rasheed said.
"Well maybe if you two weren't slaking off and hurried up to Hyrule, you wouldn't have to be here," said the mysterious voice.
"What the..." Misty said. Rasheed drew his swords and got in a fighting stance.
"Whoa calm down. Man only three months and you have forgotten all about me. I'm really disappointed in you two," said the voice. She then dropped out of hiding and stood in front of them.
"Oh my...Saya!" Misty said and she flung her arms around her.
"Hey. I see you two have changed the last time I saw you two," she said.
"Hey, you seemed to change too. Your eyes are different colors now," Rasheed said.
"They change when my mood change. Hey Misty you two been going together?" Saya said. She placed her hand on Misty's stomach, "Nope, not yet!" Misty blushed and moved Saya's hand away,
"We haven't done that yet Saya!" she cried. Rasheed stood their blushing as well.
"Yeah, we want to wait a while first," he said.
"Well that's no fun. I hear you two are going to be going on another adventure. You better not leave me out of this," Saya said.
"No we wont. Come with us Saya," Misty said.
"Alright!" Saya said. 'Why don't I teleport us there instead." Misty and Rasheed nod and stood close to Saya. She teleported them to the fields, and there they were shocked to find everything dried out and dead.
"Wha...what happened here?"