A Light from Above
In a time of darkness, two sets of golden lights shone on. In the land of Hyrule, the Triforce had been found once more and evil banished. Seeing the end of his need, the Hero of Time left the world using a wish from the Triforce. In the Mushroom Kingdom all hope seemed lost. The queen of the Toads sought solace from the troubles and prayed to the stars for a hero to come that was worthy. A plumber and his brother appeared and saved her kingdom, but the stars had not sent these two. Away on the island of Delphino, their hero has waited for his hour to come. That hour is now.
Chapter 1
The beautiful, somewhat shy princess of the Mushroom kingdom was sitting on the throne, ending her first week as queen, and feeling somewhat happy today. It has just donned on her... no longer would she ever be called Peach, or Princess Toadstool; she was now only referred to as Queen Avalon, her birth name. This brightened the gloominess she felt in her heart.
How she hated her old nicknames! They seemed childish, and disrespectful now that she thought about it. They had been laid to rest, along with the kind, yet strict Chancellor. She really hoped she wouldn't disappoint her people. She knew that having unhappy people in her kingdom was asking for nothing but trouble.
She felt guilty about her happiness, and sighed deeply, as she crossed her hands delicately in front of her green velvet dress. A toad, whom happened to be sitting next to her in a small chair, glanced at her, concern in his eyes.
"You look unhappy, your highness. Is there anything you want to talk about?" He questioned, as he tilted his head. He was one of her advisors, a kind toad a few years older than her. She had known him all of her life and could trust him completely.
She shook her head, and smiled. "I'll be just fine, don't worry. I just have a lot on my mind right now."
The toad bowed his head respectfully. "As you should. Being queen isn't nearly as carefree and easy as being princess." He chirped. "But all the while you were growing, your leadership qualities were noticeable, and everyone has faith in your ruling because of it. Believe in yourself like we all believe in you."
She smiled as brightly as she could, and looked straight ahead, at the ivory clock on the wall above the doorway. "So, then, when is Daisy's wedding? I was hoping to take a trip to see Mallow before then... " She questioned the same toad.
"A week and a half away." He replied. "And remember, you leave for your combat training in three days. If you wish to visit Mallow's kingdom before you leave, perhaps you should leave soon; tonight might be your best choice. Otherwise, see him when you return."
She nodded, deciding she would phone him, and ask if tonight was okay for her to arrive at his palace. The phone was on a small mahogany stand next to the throne she sat in, so she simply reached over and picked it from the receiver. After dialing Mallow's number, and chatting for a moment, he was happy to hear that his dearest friend was coming for a visit. He loved Avalon very much, and looked forward to seeing her.
She went upstairs to take a shower, and then pack. She folded her favorite pair of pajamas; white spaghetti strap top with orange piped straps and bottom, and a happy mushroom in the center. The pants were an orange pair with the same pattern of mushrooms. She hummed a little song to herself, as she folded a few pairs of panties, brassieres, and outfits. She would be glad to get away for a few days. It was so boring here, and she missed her friends. She hoped that Booster and Bow would pop by and visit while she was at Mallow's. Bow was somewhat nervous visiting the queen at her palace, because Luigi was often around with his magic vacuum on his back. Booster visited on rare occasions, because his home was so far away. He lived just a few minutes walk from Mallow, and was often spending time there.
"Hiya little sis!" The doors flew open, and Avalon's sister bounced into the room. She always wore tight, short dresses, and flaunted herself, even though she wasn't very attractive. At one time, Daisy had been very beautiful, but that was before four children, and an extra hundred pounds. "How are things?"
Daisy had recently lost her kingdom; all her people had revolted, so Daisy was now staying with Avalon. She had fallen on hard times, and it was mainly because of her wilder days. Avalon tried to be kind, but she found it hard sometimes, because of the way her sister treated her, and those around her.
Avalon faked a smile. "I guess I'm okay." She replied. "How are you?"
Daisy shrugged. "Eh... I'm fine." She replied. "Heard you're going to Delfino Island to learn some defense moves from some weirdo." She paused. "I thought you were done training? You passed Geno's lessons, and he even told you that you were off the hook!"
Avalon shrugged. "Well, to be honest, I like to learn new defense moves. Geno said I was good, and suggested that I move ahead with another trainer."
Daisy sat down in a chair. "Well, I was never good at things like that. I guess I was always better at hunting."
Avalon thought to herself, 'What does she hunt? Men?' but didn't wish to start a fight, so she kept her mouth shut, and tied the last of her bags closed. "So, your big day is only a few weeks away..." She began.
"Yeah, weird, huh? Mario says he can't wait to see me in my dress."
Avalon smirked. "That name isn't common in this world. When will I meet him?"
Daisy exclaimed, "Oh you have! Luigi and Wario's brother!!" She replied. "Didn't you know he was my groom?"
Avalon's stomach started to feel queasy as she realized that Daisy was marrying one of her ex boyfriends. Avalon turned to look at her sister. "You're marrying him to get back at me, aren't you??" She demanded.
Daisy shrugged. "You don't know what you are talking about. I'm marrying him because... I love him, and so do the children!"
Avalon knew that she had to let it go. Mario was history to her. She glanced at the clock again. "I have to go now, I guess I'll see you at the wedding?" She questioned.
Daisy nodded vigorously. "I have to go anyway." She announced, as she skipped out of the room. Avalon watched her leave, and was happy to do so. Seemed like she liked her sister more when she wasn't around. Upon seeing Daisy leave, a Koopa with a red shell and red shoes walked in.
"If you're ready to leave, then I can help with your bags."
She nodded. "I would appreciate the help." She put one bag over each shoulder, and he took the other two. She would be leaving for Delfino Isle straight from Mallow's house, so she had to pack plenty. Tonight would be a night of useless chatter. Mallow wasn't really the type of friend she could confide in; he spaced out whenever she tried to talk to him about anything serious. Tonight they would chat about nonsense. She truthfully wished Geno was back. He always listened to her problems and offered sound advice.
Mallow happily fluffed the pillows in the guest room, and Booster sat in a chair, moping. Bow was dusting a golden statue of Geno, and when she finished, she turned to another one, of a handsome prince-like figure in an outfit identical to Geno's. Both he and Geno held grand-looking swords. "Who's this?" Bow questioned. "He's very attractive."
Mallow exclaimed. "It's Geno's friend. He's probably another guardian of star road or something. All I know for sure is that my dad has Geno's autograph, and is offering one million gold for this other guy's signature."
Bow sighed. "He's a nice looking guy. He probably wants to marry somebody... human, I'm sure. Someone drop-dead gorgeous, super-model quality, with big breasts and a tiny waist, a trophy bride."
Booster sniffled. "My bride... Valentina... she was my trophy bride... even though her breasts were fake, I loved them... she ran away from me! She found out that... I'm not wearing a mask! THIS IS MY FACE!" He screamed. "Why did she LEAVE ME?" He cried in despair.
"Because you whine, of course." Avalon entered the room, and the cloud person who helped her with the bags placed them in the closet gently, and made for the exit. She stopped him, gave him a tip, and he left smiling. "How has everyone been?"
Bow shook her fan to remove the dust from it. "I've been wonderful. How have you been?" She questioned, as she made her way to greet Avalon with a friendly kiss on the cheek. "I heard that you are going for more training. I'm happy for you."
"I've been alright. A little stressed, but other than that, I'm fine. My sister's getting married." She announced.
Booster chuckled. "And who's the unlucky man?"
Avalon hung her head for a moment, and then raised it confident. "Mario."
Mallow and all of the others gasped. "You must be joking! But you two broke up only two months ago!?"
She nodded slightly. "Yes, but I have no feelings for him, and he has none for me. The only feeling I have for him is pity. My sister is not wife quality. She was born in a palace, and living in that tiny little house with Mario will drive her to the brink of insanity. She cannot cook or clean, and I guarantee that they will be divorced within a year."
Booster asked, "Where have her children been? How have they been?"
"Visiting their father." She replied. "he doesn't want the children out of his custody. Seems like Daisy isn't that good of a mother. She tries, but she wasn't really prepared for quintuplets."
A servant walked in with a tray of tea, and cookies. She sat it on a chair, and hurried out. Mallow nodded. "Speaking of marriage, my parents are off trying to find me a bride." He announced. "I don't want them to find me a wife. I don't even want to get married for another ten years."
Bow nodded. "Yes, I understand how you feel exactly. I am five hundred years old, and I still want to wait another fifty years at least."
"My situation is a bit different. I'm only seventeen! By our standards, I am a child still. The only reason they want me to take a queen is so that they can leave Nimbus Land, travel the world, and know I won't be lonely."
Booster hung his head. "I wish I could get married again. I'm very lonely. My bed is cold without my wife..." The others knew better than to say anything. Poor booster was quite emotional, and they didn't want to get into it with him. The best thing to do was simply ignore him, and hope that he got over it on his own.
In a time of darkness, two sets of golden lights shone on. In the land of Hyrule, the Triforce had been found once more and evil banished. Seeing the end of his need, the Hero of Time left the world using a wish from the Triforce. In the Mushroom Kingdom all hope seemed lost. The queen of the Toads sought solace from the troubles and prayed to the stars for a hero to come that was worthy. A plumber and his brother appeared and saved her kingdom, but the stars had not sent these two. Away on the island of Delphino, their hero has waited for his hour to come. That hour is now.
Chapter 1
The beautiful, somewhat shy princess of the Mushroom kingdom was sitting on the throne, ending her first week as queen, and feeling somewhat happy today. It has just donned on her... no longer would she ever be called Peach, or Princess Toadstool; she was now only referred to as Queen Avalon, her birth name. This brightened the gloominess she felt in her heart.
How she hated her old nicknames! They seemed childish, and disrespectful now that she thought about it. They had been laid to rest, along with the kind, yet strict Chancellor. She really hoped she wouldn't disappoint her people. She knew that having unhappy people in her kingdom was asking for nothing but trouble.
She felt guilty about her happiness, and sighed deeply, as she crossed her hands delicately in front of her green velvet dress. A toad, whom happened to be sitting next to her in a small chair, glanced at her, concern in his eyes.
"You look unhappy, your highness. Is there anything you want to talk about?" He questioned, as he tilted his head. He was one of her advisors, a kind toad a few years older than her. She had known him all of her life and could trust him completely.
She shook her head, and smiled. "I'll be just fine, don't worry. I just have a lot on my mind right now."
The toad bowed his head respectfully. "As you should. Being queen isn't nearly as carefree and easy as being princess." He chirped. "But all the while you were growing, your leadership qualities were noticeable, and everyone has faith in your ruling because of it. Believe in yourself like we all believe in you."
She smiled as brightly as she could, and looked straight ahead, at the ivory clock on the wall above the doorway. "So, then, when is Daisy's wedding? I was hoping to take a trip to see Mallow before then... " She questioned the same toad.
"A week and a half away." He replied. "And remember, you leave for your combat training in three days. If you wish to visit Mallow's kingdom before you leave, perhaps you should leave soon; tonight might be your best choice. Otherwise, see him when you return."
She nodded, deciding she would phone him, and ask if tonight was okay for her to arrive at his palace. The phone was on a small mahogany stand next to the throne she sat in, so she simply reached over and picked it from the receiver. After dialing Mallow's number, and chatting for a moment, he was happy to hear that his dearest friend was coming for a visit. He loved Avalon very much, and looked forward to seeing her.
She went upstairs to take a shower, and then pack. She folded her favorite pair of pajamas; white spaghetti strap top with orange piped straps and bottom, and a happy mushroom in the center. The pants were an orange pair with the same pattern of mushrooms. She hummed a little song to herself, as she folded a few pairs of panties, brassieres, and outfits. She would be glad to get away for a few days. It was so boring here, and she missed her friends. She hoped that Booster and Bow would pop by and visit while she was at Mallow's. Bow was somewhat nervous visiting the queen at her palace, because Luigi was often around with his magic vacuum on his back. Booster visited on rare occasions, because his home was so far away. He lived just a few minutes walk from Mallow, and was often spending time there.
"Hiya little sis!" The doors flew open, and Avalon's sister bounced into the room. She always wore tight, short dresses, and flaunted herself, even though she wasn't very attractive. At one time, Daisy had been very beautiful, but that was before four children, and an extra hundred pounds. "How are things?"
Daisy had recently lost her kingdom; all her people had revolted, so Daisy was now staying with Avalon. She had fallen on hard times, and it was mainly because of her wilder days. Avalon tried to be kind, but she found it hard sometimes, because of the way her sister treated her, and those around her.
Avalon faked a smile. "I guess I'm okay." She replied. "How are you?"
Daisy shrugged. "Eh... I'm fine." She replied. "Heard you're going to Delfino Island to learn some defense moves from some weirdo." She paused. "I thought you were done training? You passed Geno's lessons, and he even told you that you were off the hook!"
Avalon shrugged. "Well, to be honest, I like to learn new defense moves. Geno said I was good, and suggested that I move ahead with another trainer."
Daisy sat down in a chair. "Well, I was never good at things like that. I guess I was always better at hunting."
Avalon thought to herself, 'What does she hunt? Men?' but didn't wish to start a fight, so she kept her mouth shut, and tied the last of her bags closed. "So, your big day is only a few weeks away..." She began.
"Yeah, weird, huh? Mario says he can't wait to see me in my dress."
Avalon smirked. "That name isn't common in this world. When will I meet him?"
Daisy exclaimed, "Oh you have! Luigi and Wario's brother!!" She replied. "Didn't you know he was my groom?"
Avalon's stomach started to feel queasy as she realized that Daisy was marrying one of her ex boyfriends. Avalon turned to look at her sister. "You're marrying him to get back at me, aren't you??" She demanded.
Daisy shrugged. "You don't know what you are talking about. I'm marrying him because... I love him, and so do the children!"
Avalon knew that she had to let it go. Mario was history to her. She glanced at the clock again. "I have to go now, I guess I'll see you at the wedding?" She questioned.
Daisy nodded vigorously. "I have to go anyway." She announced, as she skipped out of the room. Avalon watched her leave, and was happy to do so. Seemed like she liked her sister more when she wasn't around. Upon seeing Daisy leave, a Koopa with a red shell and red shoes walked in.
"If you're ready to leave, then I can help with your bags."
She nodded. "I would appreciate the help." She put one bag over each shoulder, and he took the other two. She would be leaving for Delfino Isle straight from Mallow's house, so she had to pack plenty. Tonight would be a night of useless chatter. Mallow wasn't really the type of friend she could confide in; he spaced out whenever she tried to talk to him about anything serious. Tonight they would chat about nonsense. She truthfully wished Geno was back. He always listened to her problems and offered sound advice.
Mallow happily fluffed the pillows in the guest room, and Booster sat in a chair, moping. Bow was dusting a golden statue of Geno, and when she finished, she turned to another one, of a handsome prince-like figure in an outfit identical to Geno's. Both he and Geno held grand-looking swords. "Who's this?" Bow questioned. "He's very attractive."
Mallow exclaimed. "It's Geno's friend. He's probably another guardian of star road or something. All I know for sure is that my dad has Geno's autograph, and is offering one million gold for this other guy's signature."
Bow sighed. "He's a nice looking guy. He probably wants to marry somebody... human, I'm sure. Someone drop-dead gorgeous, super-model quality, with big breasts and a tiny waist, a trophy bride."
Booster sniffled. "My bride... Valentina... she was my trophy bride... even though her breasts were fake, I loved them... she ran away from me! She found out that... I'm not wearing a mask! THIS IS MY FACE!" He screamed. "Why did she LEAVE ME?" He cried in despair.
"Because you whine, of course." Avalon entered the room, and the cloud person who helped her with the bags placed them in the closet gently, and made for the exit. She stopped him, gave him a tip, and he left smiling. "How has everyone been?"
Bow shook her fan to remove the dust from it. "I've been wonderful. How have you been?" She questioned, as she made her way to greet Avalon with a friendly kiss on the cheek. "I heard that you are going for more training. I'm happy for you."
"I've been alright. A little stressed, but other than that, I'm fine. My sister's getting married." She announced.
Booster chuckled. "And who's the unlucky man?"
Avalon hung her head for a moment, and then raised it confident. "Mario."
Mallow and all of the others gasped. "You must be joking! But you two broke up only two months ago!?"
She nodded slightly. "Yes, but I have no feelings for him, and he has none for me. The only feeling I have for him is pity. My sister is not wife quality. She was born in a palace, and living in that tiny little house with Mario will drive her to the brink of insanity. She cannot cook or clean, and I guarantee that they will be divorced within a year."
Booster asked, "Where have her children been? How have they been?"
"Visiting their father." She replied. "he doesn't want the children out of his custody. Seems like Daisy isn't that good of a mother. She tries, but she wasn't really prepared for quintuplets."
A servant walked in with a tray of tea, and cookies. She sat it on a chair, and hurried out. Mallow nodded. "Speaking of marriage, my parents are off trying to find me a bride." He announced. "I don't want them to find me a wife. I don't even want to get married for another ten years."
Bow nodded. "Yes, I understand how you feel exactly. I am five hundred years old, and I still want to wait another fifty years at least."
"My situation is a bit different. I'm only seventeen! By our standards, I am a child still. The only reason they want me to take a queen is so that they can leave Nimbus Land, travel the world, and know I won't be lonely."
Booster hung his head. "I wish I could get married again. I'm very lonely. My bed is cold without my wife..." The others knew better than to say anything. Poor booster was quite emotional, and they didn't want to get into it with him. The best thing to do was simply ignore him, and hope that he got over it on his own.
