Three days pass,

You're currently residing in a vibrant oasis. The villagers welcome you with exotic flower leis and creamy coconut milk. You're living the life of luxury Riju promised. Riju's return to the palace and her incessant persuasion to the public cleared your name of criminal suspicion. The only thing missing from this beautiful serenity was Riju herself.

You open up your sheikah slate -

Persuade Riju - Complete *

Return Home - Complete *

Romance the Princess - Complete *

Romance the princess? You don't remember being assigned that task. "That something I added in," Riju says while peeking over your shoulder. You're startled by her sudden appearance, almost dropping the sheikah slate in the lake. She giggles at your clumsiness and plops down on the ground next to you. "Here's the deed for the railroad. Sorry if it's a little wet, Patricia was hungry."

Riju gazes into the glistening pool and lobs insults at her reflection. "I'm a horrible person," she detests. "I can't believe I dragged you into this mess."

As she reminisces on troubling memories, you remain grateful for all of the fantastic adventures you've experienced with her. From grand Molduga encounters to escaping lethal twisters, even facing off against legendary warriors in a gigantic Colosseum. Stories you could pass down to your grandchildren. "Don't you mean our grandchildren," Riju winks. You chuckle at her lousy attempt to be flirtatious. The concept of a relationship seemed alien to Riju, but she did deserve some credit for trying.

Riju crosses her fingers and asks, "When are you leaving Gerudo." You wave the train ticket in front of her, tugging away when she tries to grasp it. She eventually snatches the paper and analyzes the text, "Let's see here... you're leaving at noon. Why so soon, don't you want to stay longer." She pleads in desperation.

You sigh and explain the circumstances to Riju. You wanted to stay here as much as she did, but the next train to central Hyrule isn't scheduled until the winter.

Riju's gloomy frown feels like a punch to the gut. She tries to mask her emotions with a hollow smile, but her discontent is visible in her body language. You have to think of something that can fix the situation. What's something that can lighten the mood. Then, a new idea hits you like a freight train.

• You offer Riju a quick glimpse of the newly constructed Hyrule Express.

"I'm not sure, do you think my soldiers will be mad."

• You restate the definition of a quick glimpse.

"Okay fine, but let's be quick. If I'm not back soon they might organize a search party for me."

You and Riju head over to the excavation site. As you stand up top the jagged cliff you overlook a large bustling train station. The locomotive is painted red, black, and gold symbolizing it's raw power. Riju is almost speechless, "Oh my goodness, it's gorgeous. I wish I could come aboard with you. It would make two of my favorite dreams come true."

You press the elevator button, and the wooden platform lowers you into the train terminal. "What are you doing, you know I can't depart from Gerudo," Riju questions.

• You promise her a short tour of the train cabin.

"Well, I guess one glance can't hurt, right?" Riju shrugs. Both of you sneak on the train and make a beeline for the dining car. When you reach the elegant carriage, you and Riju are met with a wide selection of lavish meals and beverages. Riju struggles to comprehend her surroundings, overwhelmed by the sumptuous decor. Riju then folds her arms, "So this was your master plan all along. Bring me to a fancy lunch. Well, it didn't work, I'm not that easy to impres... Oh my Urbosa, is that a window seat," Riju blurts out. "Can we sit there, can we," Riju begs. You surrender to Riju's wishes and request a seat by the window. When you're seated, Riju opts for a spot next to you. She radiates excitement and presses her body against your arm. "Would you two lovers care for a drink?" The waiter suggests. "Ha, see we are a couple, jokes on you Mipha," Riju rejoices.

"I'll have a pint of cactus juice," Riju asks.

• You ask for a nice glass of Hylain rum.

"I'm afraid we don't serve that here, ma'am," The waiter replies. "What do you have then?" Riju inquiries. "We serve spirits, Galer's Wine, mead, red beer, and our famous Hylain rum. "I'll have water," Riju answers, intimidated by her options. The host takes no delay in serving drinks and immediately plops two cold refreshments on the counter. However, he accidentally drops a few straws as he hurries over to other customers. Riju scurries into the next booth and tears into the straw's packaging. She blows on the straw, and the paper wrapper hits you in the temple. You fire back with your paper artillery; napkins become airplanes, and sugar packets become land mines. The menu also acts as a perfect cover for the onslaught of paper missiles. Riju shoots a wrapper past you and grazes a plump lady in the seat across. The woman twists her neck around and releases an angry roar. "What are you, children? I can't believe they would let such buffoons on the esteemed Hyrule express," She obnoxiously remarks.

"We're birds, not monkeys," Riju counters.

"What," The woman replies, completely puzzled with Riju's claim.

• You quickly address the difference between a buffoon and a baboon to Riju.

"Oh, well... it sounded a lot cooler in my head," Riju replies.

"One more outburst from you missy and I'll have the guards escort you from the premises," The woman declares.

"Okay, I'm sorry. It was just an accident," Riju says, maintaining an apologetic attitude.

"I can't be bothered with your absurdist pranks. Cease this ridiculous behavior at once."

Riju defeatedly returns to her chair. She rests her head on her hand and gazes out the passenger window. The blistering sunlight bleeds through the glass, and the car's inside is emerged in a golden hew. Riju sparkles with a luminous glow. Her hair resembles a blazing inferno, imitating her intense yet warm personality. Riju speaks through her fingers, "Imagine the world going by. The clink of the tracks and the noisy bells and whistles.

I hope one day I can experience that with-"

Suddenly, the train car shakes and a whistle sounds through the cabin. "Oh no, are we leaving. I can't leave my people behind. We have to get off," Riju insists. You and Riju spring out of your seats and race onto the middle walkway. You scramble through the next car, leaping over luggage and bystanders. However, a familiar rotund woman obstructs the path. With no time to stop, Riju slides under the woman's legs, and you vault over her head. The woman releases a heavy grunt and charges at you from behind. As you sprint through a multitude of boxcars, the woman continually gains speed on you and Riju. The woman loses her balance and tumbles forward. Her body rolls like a massive bowling ball, blasting through any doorways and walls that stand in her way.

"When I said I wanted a tour of the train, this isn't what I meant," Riju shouts.

Fortunately, a large set of iron doors stop the woman in her tracks. "I'll get you next time hooligans," The woman yells as you escape from her wrath. Once you reach the caboose, you and Riju are finally able to catch your breath. You made it just in the nick of time, you haven't crossed the bridge yet. However, you endure a small moment of silence after realizing what comes next. Riju turns her body away from you, "I realized what I truly want...

As much as love and care for my people."

She twists around and embraces you.

"I want to be with you."

...

"But, I'm afraid I can't,"

She clutches the saber from your back and lifts high it in the air. She thrusts the weapon down on the train connecter and severs the link between the two cars.

The caboose and Riju slowly drift away from sight.