"Link... I made an essential promise to you. That after all that we've been through, I would find some way to make it up to you. And all I wanted to say was...
That promise still stands," Riju declares.
"I swear on my left pinkie, that I will clear your name. I wholeheartedly assure you that the people of Gerudo will gain a newfound respect for the legendary hero Link."
You stare intently at the shameful poster, gripping the sheet's flimsy edges. "However, I'm afraid miracles don't happen overnight," Riju says sadly. The horizon shines in a bright shade of orange and red. Nighttime is fastly approaching and the evening sun is already sinking beneath the earth. "I wouldn't advise storming the gates of Gerudo Town unless you have a death wish. The far safest option is for us to stay here until the morning. With extra time to spare, we can focus on brainstorming various ideas and calculating our next move," Riju theorizes.
You stretch at the paper's thin creases, venting your frustration through the document.
"Trust me when I say...
I will never stop caring about you," Riju affirms.
You eagerly tear the poster in shreds, unleashing a caged beast inside of you. "Hey, let me help," Riju says assisting you in your violent endeavor. You both rip and tear at the parchment, stuffing the tattered remains inside your pocket.
"To ensure the most favorable outcome, it is imperative that we keep a clear head and work diligently over the next hour."
One hour passes.
Riju chugs down a pint of cactus juice, "Did I ever tell you the time I opened a door with my bare feet," Riju says, stumbling like a tumbleweed. She's considerably intoxicated, gurgling multiple large sips of cactus water. Her small round cheeks burn a bright red hue, and her posture teeters like an unsteady seesaw.
You're positioned by the bonfire, preparing numerous exotic entrees.
- Creamy Meat Soup
- Clam Chowder
- Gourmet Poultry Curry
The sweet aroma reaches Riju's nostrils, dominating her salivary glands. Tempted by the creamy goodness, she hastily wobbles towards the bonfire.
In her drunken skirmish, she accidentally knocks into the hot cooking pot. The ashes are sent airborne and proceed to latch onto your honored Champion's Tunic. Within seconds, your full apparel combusts in a massive surge of flames. Slowly but surely, the blazing inferno chips away at your heart gauge.
An immense feeling of guilt encapsulates Riju. "Oh no, dammit, I'm so stupid," Riju clamors. Your aim to alleviate her distress by revealing an extra fairy within your inventory. However, it appears Mipha's Grace takes precedence. A familiar ghost-like Zora suddenly phases into existence. "It is my pleasu-
"Um... pardon my intrusion Link, but who exactly are you staying with tonight," Mipha says, breaking her calm demeanor.
"I'm his girlfriend," Riju responds, giddily pressing her body up against your chest. You direct Mipha's attention to a glass of cactus juice sprawled out on the ground. "We've already kissed and even held hands. Ya know the works," Riju flaunts. Mipha is exceptionally doubtful of Riju's assertions, questioning the overall validity of her testimony.
•You appeal to Mipha's skepticism, proceeding to educate her on the supposed circumstances.
"Oh, so it was an indirect kiss, not an actual kiss," Mipha realizes.
"Yeah... I mean it was but... yeah, " Riju grumbles.
"And the reason you were holding hands, was because you were trying to stay close together... am I right," Mipha sharply deducts.
"Kinda, uh well actually... I guess so," Riju confesses noticeably flustered.
"Well, it looks like my work here is done," Mipha says, gracefully spinning in a circle.
"No no no no no no no no no no no. We're love birds, and I'll prove it," Riju drunkenly replies. "Prove it!" Mipha gasps. "What could you possibly be implying?" Mipha says, slightly intrigued.
"We'll kiss! Right here! Right now!" Riju stammers."You're bluffing," Mipha interjects.
Riju swallows her anxiety and begrudgingly shuffles towards you. Her body quakes in your presence, as she seems quite regretful of her poor decision-making. She stands on her tippy toes, tugging at your shirt collar. She concentrates on your eyes, timidly pulling herself upwards. Soon, you're only seconds away from pressing against her luscious lips. You can feel the unadulterated excitement as you close your eyes...
Mipha hurls her massive Lightscale Trident at the two of you. You break from Riju's grasp, dodging the deadly pointed spear. "Sorry about that, my fingers must have slipped," Mipha says, seemingly angered. Riju passes out from total shock, collapsing into a small defensive ball. "Aww, isn't she just an adorable little mischief-maker," Mipha says pinching Riju's cheeks."Everyone knows that you belong to me...
Hahaha, I'm just joking," Mipha quickly adds.
"But seriously. I better not catch you finagling with any more girls, or someone might lose a finger," Mipha warns before evaporating into a mysterious cloud of smoke.