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The Shape of Pain Chapter 4Once everyone was in, Fred looked anxiously about. No one said anything. He began to grow nervous as everyone looked at each other, but no one seemed to have any news. He decided maybe they hadn't heard him in all the bustle. He yelled again across the room.
"Any news of Saria? She couldn't have been far."
Once again there was no reply. Everyone just kind of looked around at each other. He gulped nervously. Ever since they had lost their faries, they could go out of the forest. Hardly anyone actually did though, since they were all like family to each other. It was very possible, though, that Saria had left the forest without so much of a word to anyone. He decided that it was time for a little lecture.
"Ahem, as it seems, Saria is no where in the forest or the village. We have searched every nook and cranny without so much as a word from her." He gulped. "I think it's time we consider the option that she has left the forest."
There were several gasps throughout the crowd. No one had left the forest before. They had no idea what was out there. Why would Saria leave the forest? They had all been happy inside, there was no reasoning to it. Fred continued on.
"I know this is quite a shock. No one but Link has ever left the forest. We have no idea what is out there, but it is well past time that we find out. This is a perfect opportunity to find out what we have been missing all our lives."
The crowd looked about nervously. They had come quite accustomed to the forest, living there their whole lives. No one was quite sure what they felt about this. Fred looked around as nervously as the others. If one person didn't like it, and voiced his or her displeasure, he could have a real problem. Kokiris tended to follow one another's opinion. He decided to take the risk and continue on.
"I hope you all agree with me that is Saria is out there, we must find her. If anyone deserves to know about Link's death, it's her. They have been lifelong friends. I take it upon myself to find her and tell her. Who's with me?"
Fred waited anxiously to see what the outcome would be. Would he prevail? Or would he be kicked out by his own people?
Suddenly a cheer erupted from the crowd. Everyone approved of his plan! He looked so relieved it was almost as if Link had come back to life.
"I think we should all pack tonight for the trails ahead. We will leave at the crack of dawn. I don't know how long we will be gone, or how far we will go. Pack for everything."
Everyone started filing out of the small doorway to head home and pack. They all had a long journey ahead, and they were going to prepare for it well. Fred also went home to pack – he was much relieved that he wasn't put down, but he also had a lot to do. He would have to lead them in the unknown world. It was a difficult, yet honorable task.
Meanwhile, in a dark, unrecognizable forest, a figure bowed before a shadowy mist.
"Lord, something went wrong. I shot at the boy, but he moved out of the way. Link was killed instead.
The mist cackled angrily.
"WHAT? Our whole objective is gone, done! How could you miss? You are supposed to be the best."
The figure grimaced as it spoke once again.
"Lord, please forgive me for being so bold, but wouldn't this be for the best? We now have less work. Now, with no Link to stop us, we can take out the population one by one..."
It's voiced trailed off.
The mist spoke again in its wispy, cracked voice.
"Oh? And I suppose I should let you live then?"
The figure trembled under the mist's harsh tone.
"L-lord...please forgive me...if you let me live I will serve you better than ever. We will have no more problems or mistakes like this. Please, Lord...give me another chance. I can bring you to glory."
The mist was silent for a few minutes, most likely pondering this. Then he spoke again.
"All right...but this is your last chance. Any more screw-ups and your head will be mine! Now, get out of my sight!"
The figure stood up quickly and started to move away. But before it left, it said some few final words.
"Thank you Lord...you are too kind. There won't be any more mistakes like this, I promise!"
It turned quickly away and ran for the nearest exit. The mist laughed evilly as it ran and soon spoke to itself.
"Yes...run my servant...your next task will be much harder. Those who live under the sea will not be easy targets."