Well, I was a bit bored so I have decided to update early, again. Anyway, I'm not sure when I'll update Siblings, all I know is that I have writer's block for it. Next, I'm going to try and update Fate's Misfortune at fp. Then I'm going to update Destiny's Consequence then Siblings then Living in Shadows. Just telling everyone so they know. Anyway, thanks peoples for the reviews so here is the next chapter. Yay! Ahem…

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Seeing Truth

Chapter 7:

It seemed like I was back from where I had started from: alone, lost, confused, scared- well I could just keep going, but it would take too long. Link and I were waiting to see Zelda in the courtyard after having breakfast sent to us, and yes, it was bread and cheese with water. By the time I am home, I'm going to be so sick of cheese, well, except for melted cheese…mmm… Oh, right. We were sitting on a stone bench near the small stream; it was the only thing that was keeping me from starting small conversations. I was bored as he—ck right now. I don't know exactly why it was taking so long, oh wait, Meyenn's Royal Family was being welcomed. Something sparked in my mind and I quickly stood up. I walked over to the marble steps at the end of the courtyard then peered through the window.

Soldiers were lined across the throne room like British guards while the Meyenn family stood in line with their servants and guards bowing behind them. I spotted Kado, but at the moment I think he was a bit captivated by Zelda who was in line with the rest of her family. After a few minutes of just staring through the window, I began to feel boredom reveal itself, again. I was about to turn around when I noticed the Meyenn family begin to bow. When they turned around to walk away, Kado glanced at the window. I held my breath, but quickly calmed down, finally able to form a sheepish smile. He smiled back, winked, than stared face forward again. I just hope the guards next to the window didn't think he was coming on to them. Heh, that would be funny, though.

After they left, I quickly rushed back to the bench and sat with arms folded across my chest and ankles crossed.

"Anything interesting?" Link asked.

"Umm…Other than Kado being himself. No." I answered, but quickly regretting it.

"Oh, yeah. What did he do, wink at you?" he said with a hint of amusement in his voice as a small smile appeared.

"Uh, yeah. How'd you know?" I asked curiously.

"He does that to a lot of girls." Link trailed off as he looked the other way.

"Oh…" I said a bit disappointed, though having no idea why.

I heard footsteps near the entrance, and when I realized whom it was I quickly stood up, dragging Link with me by his sleeve. Link snapped back to reality when he noticed Zelda walking towards us…or out of reality…hmm…

"Hey, Zel'." I heard Link say, "This is Jade. Jade, this is Zelda."

I smiled and bowed the best I could, than straightened as the princess passed by me. She sat where I had previously been sitting and Link sat afterwards. Oh, how wonderful they treat company. I rolled my eyes then folded my arms across my chest, walked to the side where Link was sitting, and leaned against the wall. I closed my eyes and listened to their conversation, well, half of it. I began to think of how Kado and Link had been acting when Zelda entered the room. I wasn't surprised; she was beautiful with her long, curly blonde hair, deep blue eyes, and slim figure. I wasn't the skinniest person alive, but I wasn't chubby either even if I was one when I was a child. Now, since I've been getting taller, I have been getting skinnier. Yay! Well, I wasn't known as the prettiest girl in school, and I always had put myself down in situations like this, but right now, I could care less. All I wanted was to go home and forget all of this ever happened, but that was just wishful thinking.

I finally, and sadly, returned back to reality when I heard the duo talking something of a bit of interest.

"So, Saria has been having trouble with that, too, huh?" Zelda said a bit intently, "It's been happening here, too, with Impa and I."

"Oh… Maybe we should consult Raura?" Link said.

"That's what we are planning on doing, but he says he is busy at the moment, but what is so important that he is ignoring this situation."

"Well, we'll just have to figure that out, soon, but isn't their that festival going on tomorrow?"

"No, the day after that, but we are having an opening dance- I mean Ball that day, so…" Zelda's eyes gleamed and I was positive something was playing in her mind.

"I can't go to the festival, can I?" Link sighed.

"Sorry, Link, but my parent's have invited a lot of important people. Many high-ranked knights and soldiers will be there. The six sages have been invited and allowed to bring as many guests as they please. Many noblemen and women have also been invited, and our guests of honor are the Meyenn family. So you have to be there."

I bit my lip to keep from laughing, but a small titter escaped. Link glanced over to me, a devious grin appearing on his face as his eyes sparkled with whatever he had in mind. I straightened up and shook my head, but his grin only widened.

He turned to Zelda, "Fine, but…"

I cut in, "Well, Princess Zelda, it was very nice meeting you, but I have to run, bye."

Before I could leave, Link grabbed my arm and held me back, "…She has to come, too."

I moaned.

"Of course, Link. You are always welcome to bring guests."

"Malon is coming, too, right?" Link asked.

"Oh, of course, including her father."

I yanked my arm free from Link then continued walking. I muttered under my breath as I walked out of the courtyard and to the front of the castle. Well, I had no idea where I was going, but it would be much better than where I had been. After a few minutes, I found a spot in the shade under a tree. I sat down, leaned against the trunk, brought my knees up to my chest, wrapped my arms around them, and closed my eyes. It was a peaceful day and I couldn't help sigh dreamily and smile. The peaceful moment didn't last long when I heard footsteps approaching me. I opened my eyes and gazed back at the familiar face above me.

"Kado, what do you want?" I said with narrowed eyes.

"You really have to learn how to say hello once in a while." He said with a smirk as he sat next to me.

"Shut up…"

"Are you still in a bad mood, or is this regular?"

"Would you stop being such a smartass and leave me alone? By the way, I am in a bad mood." I sneered.

"Thought so, but what do you mean about 'smartass'?" he asked coolly.

"You know exactly what I mean." I said with a smirk.

"I do?" he said as he looked over at me.

"Yeah, so just stop bothering me and go flirt with Zelda or something." I said as I looked the other way.

"Flirt with Zelda?" he began.

"Yeah, and leave me alone…"

"You don't like to socialize, do you?"

I craned my neck his direction and narrowed my eyes, "You are really beginning to get on my nerves."

"Really? So, why haven't you done anything about it, yet?" he said coolly as he stood up.

"Oh, that's it…" I mumbled as I stood up.

I grabbed the collar of his shirt and pushed him against the trunk of the tree. I made sure not to push him too hard or he would definitely start bleeding. My face was about only five inches away from his, yet I was still able to keep the distance permanent, for now.

"Listen, Kado. I don't know what you are trying to do right now, but I'm not in the mood to play your stupid games…" I said.

Before I could finish, Kado grabbed the collar of my shirt and pushed me away from the tree. I only stared back at him with narrowed eyes and utter hidden confusion. He walked towards me, but I only backed away. I was too lost as to what was going on to realize that my back had hit the rock wall. I wanted to walk sideways, but Kado had locked me in place by resting his hands next to me on the wall. He gazed at me with his hazel green eyes, and I just gazed back, giving in completely.

"What do you want from me?" I asked a bit too softly.

Kado only smiled. I was tired of him so much; he never answered things he didn't want like now, for example. Gee, I wonder what's behind that stupid grin of his. Well, the only good thing to do was, well, ignore it.

I folded my arms across my chest then just stared down at the grass below. Kado was a good arms length away, but I still began to grow a little nervous. It was only moments after when I felt him lift my head up by placing a finger under my chin. He had drawn himself closer to me and I could feel my legs begin to buckle. I felt a blush rise and I tried to look away, but our gazes were locked. I felt a lump in my throat and I began to panic. I wanted to back away further from Kado, but my head hit the rock wall and I winced slightly. When I actually thought Kado was about to come any closer to me, he backed away then gave me a knowing glance and walked away.

I took in a deep breath, realizing I hadn't been breathing through almost the whole time. I slid down the wall and followed Kado with my eyes. I sighed sadly. I closed my eyes and hit my head against the wall. I winced in pain as I grabbed the back of my head.

"Gee, Jade, you've only been here for four days. No need to kill yourself." A familiar voice said.

I opened one eye while the other was still squeezed shut. I glimpsed up to see Link leaning against the wall with arms folded across his chest.

"Ha, ha. Very funny." I retorted.

"Did Kado just leave?" he asked innocently.

"Yeah…" I mumbled.

"That's what I thought. He passed me by on my way over here."

"Oh…"

"What's the matter?"

"Oh, nothing."

"Well, come on. Zelda told me to show you where you are going to be staying."

"Really? Did you ask her how I could get back home?"

"Yeah, but…umm…she doesn't know what to do."

"Well, I'm not surprised…"

"I'm sorry, Jade, but we really have a lot of stuff going on. As soon as all this stuff gets done with we'll find a way home for you."

"Link, like every stupid adventure you have been in it has taken months or even years to finish. How can I wait that long?" I said a bit exasperated as I stood up.

"Jade, I'm sorry, but there is nothing I can do…" he said as I faced him.

"Oh, yeah, but you can tell Zelda to invite me to that stupid dance. Why can't I just go to the festival?" I whined.

"Because she was going to invite you anyway." Link answered.

"No she wasn't. She only invited me because you mentioned me. Besides, she considered me as a guest." I said.

He just gazed at me with his deep baby blue eyes in sympathy as I just watched him back.

"That is not true, Jade." He finally said sternly.

"Yes it is, Link, and you know it, so stop covering for your girlfriend!" I snapped back angrily.

I stared at the ground as if searching for something. What was the matter with me? I could never think I could act this way to another person. I glanced back at Link before leaving; he looked shocked as he just stared back at me with utter confusion and irritation. I was mumbling something under my breath while I was near the moat when I accidentally bumped into someone. I cursed inside my head then actually noticed a servant girl on the ground, picking up clothing.

"Oh no, I'm so sorry." I said as began to help pick up the clothes from the ground and into the basket she was carrying.

"That's alright, Miss. Besides, it was a good thing I ran into you, well, not literally, but I am supposed to show you your room. Please follow me." She said as we both stood up.

I followed the servant girl into the castle and up a couple of stairways. The corridors were long and dark, but soon enough, we reached a door only a few turns away from a stairway. She unlocked the door and I stepped inside the well-furnished room. The room was lavished with maroon curtains and rugs. It was quite a simple room compared to many others, but it was big enough for my taste. To my side, there was a sitting area full with a burgundy sofa, armchair, loveseat, and couch. A dark oak coffee table rested in the middle of the area. On the left wall was the unlit fireplace and on the same wall where the entrance was, was a bookshelf full of books of different sizes and colors. Beyond the sitting area was a four-poster bed with dark crimson sheets and pillows. Next to it there was a nightstand with a single book on top and an oil lantern. Across the room, there was what looked like French doors lavished with ruby red curtains that opened up to a balcony. Near the other corner was a dresser and mirror set with perfume, make-up, brushes etc. A bit farther down was a door that I am positive led to the bathroom. Also, near the window closer to the nightstand was an oak armoire, which I guessed was filled with dresses-oh, joy.

I walked inside and brushed the wall with my fingers, "This place is awesome…"

"Miss, luncheon will be served in the Dining Hall in two hours." I heard the servant say.

"Kay, thanks," I said, "Oh, what's your name?"

"My name, Miss? It is Evelyn, but my friends call me Eve." She said as she bowed.

"Okay, can I call you Eve?"

"Yes, Miss."

"And you can call me Jade."

"Oh, I couldn't do that, Miss…"

"Why not?"

"Because it is not allowed."

"Well, you can call me 'Miss' in front of the public-whoever they are- and Jade when you can, eh?"

"Fine…Jade…"

I smiled as she left the room. Well, now I was finally all alone and could actually think or… My eyes traveled to the bed at the side of the room. A little nap wouldn't hurt; I just couldn't oversleep. I jumped onto the bed and lay down. I sighed in relief as I stretched on the huge feather bed. Too bad I didn't have a bed like this at home. I closed my eyes and turned to my side and fell asleep. It seemed like an hour had gone by while I was sleeping when I heard someone knocking at the door. I moaned and turned onto my back to stare at the ceiling. I didn't think of it as anyone in particular, but I still decided to fix my hair. I quickly brushed it out and surprisingly my hair didn't have a huge lump in it. I decided to leave it down, allowing it to reach my back.

I heard the knock on the door again, which only annoyed me more, "Just a minute…"

I walked over to the door and opened it. I sighed as a familiar face stepped into view.

"I'm sorry, but I think you have the wrong room." I said as I began to close the door, but Kado only placed his foot between it and the doorway.

I could have slammed it, but I just wasn't mean enough. I opened the door again and narrowed my eyes.

"What the hell do you want?" I asked as he walked inside.

"I think that's your official 'hello', now. Besides, I already told you." Kado replied as he sat on the sofa's armrest.

"I'm going to ask you again, what do you want?" I retorted as I sat on the sofa.

He turned towards me with a gleam in his eyes, "I just wanted to see you."

"That doesn't cut it." I said as I stood up and began to pass him, but he grabbed my wrist. I turned around and tried to yank free, but he only pulled me closer.

"You're really getting on my nerves, Kado." I sneered as he stood up,

"You told me that already."

"And, yet you are still here…" I mumbled.

Kado smiled as his eyes met mine.

"You said you just wanted to see me." I said.

"Hai, I did." He said as he let go of my wrist and sat back down.

"You really have to stop doing that…" I said as I folded my arms across my chest and shuffled my weight on one leg.

"Why?"

"Cause it's irritating…" I retorted.

"Really? Well, I thought you'd be thrilled."

"Thrilled? Of what?"

Kado only grinned.

I rolled my eyes and walked over to the mirror, grabbed a brush, and began brushing my hair absentmindedly. I saw him next to me in the mirror, but I ignored his gaze at me until…

"What are you looking at?" I asked irritably.

"You." He answered simply.

"I know that. So why?"

Kado shrugged.

"Wonderful answer." I said with sarcasm highly evident.

"Come on. They're serving lunch downstairs in a half-an-hour." I heard Kado say as he slowly walked to the door.

"Fine, fine, let me just take a quick bath." I quickly went to the armoire and opened it. It was full of so many colorful dresses that I was really stunned to see. I opened the drawers to find a perfect pair of black pants, a black tanktop with a v-neck that went down low so I found a white shirt with sleeves that went down to my elbows to wear under. I found a few other necessary pieces of clothing including socks that were more of nylon material, but still good.

"If you don't mind waiting for me," I said casually as I walked to the bathroom with a bundle of clothes, "I am going to take a quick bath."

I entered the bathroom with a smug smile on my face, but it quickly turned into an awed and amused face when I entered. The floor was purely marble, including the sink, the walls, and the bathtub. I walked over to the large bathtub and began playing with the knobs on the wall. Soon, water poured out of the faucet and I smiled triumphantly. It took a few minutes to get the water temperature right, but when I did, I quickly got out of my torn clothes and went in.

I quickly remembered my bandaged forearm so I had to be careful where the soap and water went. I grabbed a random bottle filled with shampoo and quickly washed my hair. In ten minutes, I was finally done, and when I got out, I smelled like fresh flowers. I drained the tub, dried myself off, changed into my picked out clothes, which fit me quite comfortably. The pants had an area to place a belt around, so I took my black belt out and buckled it around my waist loosely since the pants already felt fit. I had taken my jewelry off, so I decided to place my sterling silver ring back on, the sterling silver choker with the small stars dangling from it, the charm bracelet with one single shell charm, and the hair band that had been in my hair on my wrist.

I opened the bathroom door and quickly tossed my towel and bundle of old clothing onto the bed. I spotted a familiar figure lying on said place with head rested on his hands and ankles crossed. I raised an eyebrow at him then walked over to the mirror and grabbed a brush. I heard the bed move a little, but still paid little attention to Kado when he appeared behind me.

"I thought you actually left." I said as I set the brush down and began inspecting my wound.

"Why would I do that? Anyway, you should really go get that cleaned again after lunch."

"No, you think?" I retorted as I began walking towards the door.

"Hai, I do."

I rolled my eyes then grinned, "Your such a pain, Kado."

Kado only smiled as I turned away to open the door. When I did, I faced another pain to me. Link.

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Maddison-T: Thank you! Yeah, Kado is supposed to be more of a charmer kind of a person. The reason why Jade is so hostile towards him and a few others is cause she's just sick and tired of being pushed around including the fact that she was transported to a different world that's actually supposed to be a video game. I would actually have a nervous breakdown if it happened, but this is fiction andI decided to add a little attitude. She's just going to have a short temper here. I do, but I always try to shrug it off so it won't get the better of me, but it has to Jade and she just won't take it anymore. sigh8. okay, anywho. Thank you so much for reviewing and reccomending! hee! okay.

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