Chapter 8:Final Promise
The grey clouds had finally parted as streaks of early morning sun let it self enter the dark,cool room...The warmth had woken a sleeping Princess from her pleasent slumber.
Her deep blue eyes looking outside at the beautiful sun and colourful flowers...Zelda turned to face her sleeping husband-to-be...She was the happiest person in the world,getting married to a handsome hero...living in a giant castle...and finally falling in love.
The wedding would take place tomorrow at her Castle...All of Hyrule was invited!
The Zora's...the Gorons...the Kokori's...the Gerudo's...and the Hylians...EVERYONE!
Zelda was so deep in thought that she didn't notice...Link had awaken and was looking at her.
He simply caressed her cheek with his hand and kissed her on the forehead...Link sat up and put on his green tunic and boots. He told Zelda to meet him in the dinning room for some breakfast after she had changed. He walked out of the room and into the dinning room waiting patiently for his fience...
Soon after Link had left the room,Zelda was up and already getting changed into a long strapless,aqua blue
dress...She decided to put on some make up and when she was done...Zelda ran downstairs not even stopping
when she passed Impa along the way.
She reached the dinning room and like he said...Link was sitting down and waiting for Zelda's presence.
When he heard the door open he saw Zelda looking prettier every single day.
Zelda took a seat next to Link and placed her hand on his...He blushed a little.
Zelda removed her hand and told him to eat whatever he wants...
"Link...eat whatever your heart desires..."Said Zelda looking at her hands.
"My heart desires you..."Whispered Link.
Zelda giggled and then took some food and placed it on her plate.
Link didn't eat much that morning...he wasn't really much of a morning person.
Zelda on the other hand was hungrier than ever and quickly ate the food she had chosen.
She cleared her throat before speaking...
"Link some of the guards found a horse outside the Castle gates..."Explained Zelda.
"Yes...she belongs to me..."Stated Link.
"I told the guards to put her in a stable until you came and got her..."She said.
Link arose from his seat and walked towards the doors,he wanted to go and ride Epona around.
Before he exited the room he turned and spoke...
"Would you Link to ride Epona too?"Asked Link.
"I would like that very much."Zelda said.
She got out of her chair and rushed to Link's side,her arm clinging around his.
Zelda lead the way to the stables,since Link didn't know where everything was.
When they neared the stables...Zelda saw a beautiful brown horse...stirring inside the stall.
Link called out Epona's name and she immidiatly responded to her masters voice...
"Wow...so this is Epona..."Zelda spoke.
"Yup...lets ride together okay Zelda..."Asked Link.
She nodded in agreement and he helped Zelda up onto the Epona's saddle.
When she was ready Link climbed onto the horse...he looked at Zelda and she put her arms
around his waist. Holding him closer as Epona picked up speed,the wind blowing in their hair.
Zelda's burried her face into Link's back as she tightened her grip around his waist.
They rode around Hyrule until the clouds turned a brilliant shade of Orange and the sun began
to set behind Death Mountain...it was beautiful.
Link steered Epona back to the Castle...his hands tightly gripping the reins and bucking Epona to
go faster until a Castle came into view.
He un mounted Epona and help out a hand to Zelda.
She accepted and Link slowly brought her down,when she once again felt the ground making contact with her
feet...Link caught Zelda in surprise as his lips gently placed themselves down on her ruby red ones.
Zelda kissed him back and entangled her fingers in Link's hair.
When they decided to come up for air the sun had already gone down.
Tomorrow was the wedding...Link was happy that he was finally getting married.
He took Zelda's hand and they walked inside hand in hand.
When they reached Zelda's room she urged him inside...
"Link since sleep with me tonight...again..."Zelda pleaded.
"I will..."Spoke Link.
Zelda went into the bathroom to change into her nightgown,Link removed his clothes and placed them
on the floor next to the mirror. He walked over to the bed and went underneith the covers...awaiting the Princess.
Soon after Zelda emerged from the bathroom,she walked to her side and cuddled with Link.
Link gave Zelda a quick peck on the lips and her placed his head on her shoulder...not noticing that he was falling asleep.
Before you knew it Link had passed out,head still on Zelda's shoulder. Soon after Zelda closed her eyes and
had wonderful dreams about the wedding taking place tomorrow.
next day
Zelda was the first to wake up...she saw the sun outside her window and quickly ran into the bathroom to start a shower.
Link heard the taps and then water splattering...he knew Zelda was bathing since he no longer felt her warmth beside him.
He stretched and got out of bed...getting dressed and walking to the closed bathroom door. Link knocked three times and told
Zelda that he would see her at the wedding...She agreed and resumed washing herself again...Link left the room and went to his
room to also have a bath and get ready.
When Zelda finished her hot shower,she towel dried her hair and then curled it.
Zelda chose a dress that used to be her mothers...never worn because she died before she had a chance.
It was a long pink strapless gown,that was tight from her chest to under her bellybutton and then flared out
right above her butt...It was beautiful. When she was dressed Zelda took a clip and and took all her hair and put it up...letting it settle
by her neck,she left two strands of curly hair fall around her face...When she was ready Zelda headed towards
the ballroom once again. Link took out a black butt length cape and attached to his top.
He looked handsome and headed towards the ballroom.
All the guests had already arrived and were seated...waiting for the groom and the bride.
Link walked in first slowly down the aisle and stopped when he reached the King at the top of the steps.
He turned to face the doors...waiting for Zelda to come out.
Zelda emerged from the doors and slowly walked down the aisle...everyone starred at her
because she hadn't looked more beautiful in all her life.
She reached Link and stood beside him they faced eachother and the King began.
He talked for about fifteen minutes before gettingto the most impartant parts.
"Zelda you may say your vows now..."Said the King.
She looked deep into Link's eyes and spoke...
"We have been friends for a long time...I love you...with all my heart.
now and forever..."Finished Zelda.
"Now Link you may say yours..."Spoke the King.
Link took a deep breath and began...
"Since the day I laid my eyes on you I knew that there was a connection.
Your smile is what made my day complete...My final promise to you is...that I will never
leave you alone again...I love you..."Link finished.
The King mumbled on for another five minutes and then...
"You may now kiss the bride..."
Link bent down to capture Zelda's lips and held onto her waist with one hand.
Zelda's hands were on Link's cheeks.
He scooped Zelda bridal style and walked down the aisle into the awaiting carriage outside.
They entered the carriage and began to kiss...this time passionatly.
Both noticed that they wern't alone and that a driver was sitting in front waiting for command.
"Where are we going..."Asked Zelda.
"To your new Castle...across the land..."Spoke the driver.
Zelda's eyes widened and she embraced Link he hugged back...kissing her forehead.
The carriage began to move as the driver commanded the horses to go.
Link placed his chin on Zelda's head and spoke...
"Zelda...I promise..."