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Thanks to everyone for reviewing. Sorry if I confused you with the name Zaria, which actually means warrior princess so it kinda fits Zelda… hahahah… eh. I am writing a book and Zaria is the name of my main character so… it's just natural for me to write that name. I actually got it from Saria and just put a Z in front instead of an S, it was only later I learned what it meant. Anyway I love you all for reading and reviewing. hugs

Now, On With The Fic!

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Legend of Zelda: Orb of Dreams

Chapter Seven: Knighthood

Link knelt down in front of the king. He was being knighted, Sir Link Korkiri knight of Triforce. To him the name sounded strange. He didn't know if he would get used to being called sir, but he would have to now that he was the top knight. The only think he could focus on was his clothes and armor. They were so uncomfortable, would he have to put this on everyday. He could barely move in the blasted thing!

He thought back to that morning when the maids burst into his room, waking him up.

Bam!

"Wha?" Link sprung from his nightmare sleep. He had his fists raised and was about ready to attack when he saw who had come in.

Most of the younger maids just stared at him in aw and drooled while the older maids spoke, "Master Link today is the day of your knighthood, and we have brought you your formal wardrobe and are here to help you put the armor on."

Link looked at them in confusion for a second before he consented.

They had made him a blue tunic with matching pants. They were embroidered with gold thread, along with his hat that now has a belt with a gold Triforce. His boots, belts, and gloves were black with gold Triforce insignias. Lastly the armor was also blue with gold trimming and the crest of Hyrule. (Basically he now matches his Hyrule shield but with more gold, I'll draw a picture and put it on same username without 74.)

"Rise Sir Link, knight of Triforce!"

Cheering filled the room as he rose; he smiled knowing that he had made people very happy by becoming a knight.

The crowd filed out of the castle to the huge party set up at the plaza. Congratulatory banners lined the streets. Balloons and ribbons were everywhere the eye could see. Fires danced as the sun came down and the moon lit up the night sky. Musicians played as people danced, drank, and sang. Everyone was living it up on a special day.

Confetti rained as Link joined in for a while, after he took the armor off. Zelda even joined in the festivities.

She seemed happy for him but he could tell something wasn't right.

"Hey Zelda," he walked up and sat down next to her at a table. He passed her a drink of water, "You don't look so happy, what's wrong?"

"Oh, nothing Link, just lost in my thoughts. I really am happy that you decided to take us up on our offer. Now I get to see you everyday," she smiled then took a drink of the water.

Link didn't talk to her about it anymore, but she seemed to perk up when they danced. He had never had such a good time, laughing, dancing, and talking. He didn't want it to end. Eventually Link and Zelda did head off to the castle to go to bed, though the party in the streets continued through the night.

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Link woke up early the next morning, knowing he had some kind of duty to do. He figured until then he would go train for a while.

He put on his green tunic and some pants the maids had made for him, he liked them a great deal. Placing his new hat, with the Triforce, on his head, he grabbed his sword, and shield, along with the rest of his equipment. (I wanted to get rid of those dang tights of his!)

He entered the practice field; the sun was just barely over the horizon. A hiss escaped as he unsheathed his sword. Eyelids overlapped his blue eyes as he concentrated of his sword. Holding it with both hands he held it straight out in front of him, he pulled it closer to his shoulder taking the stance for a charge.

The wind blew around him playing with his hair and clothes. His eyes shot open and stabbed fiercely at the air. Quickly he brought his sword up and slashed horizontally then diagonally down and up. Leaping into the sky the sword came down with him slicing straight through the air hitting the ground. Using that force he tossed the sword into the wind and flipped backwards. Catching it he used the rest of that momentum to slash behind him with a roll of the wrist then in front of him before it came to rest at his side.

clapping

Link spun around to see more knights at the practice field watching him.

"That was amazing Master Link!" one of them shouted, the rest of them agreed with a nod and more clapping.

Link was a little embarrassed, "Thanks, I guess."

"Can you teach us how to do that?" another shouted as they gathered around him. They begged him to teach them. Link didn't get the chance to answer.

"Now, now everyone! Master Link is a very important person with a lot to do; he shouldn't have to worry about teaching amateurs like you," a higher ranking knight entered the grounds.

"Hm… He must be their teacher…" Link thought as the other knights backed away and started to apologize.

"I am very sorry to have interrupted your training Master Link," their teacher came up to him and bowed.

Link was shocked at his actions and his face showed it plain as day, "It's ok, by the way what is your name?"

"My name is Rainer Sturley. I am a knight of the sword; I teach the new recruits and lead the armies."

"Well, it's nice to meet you," Link said with a smile.

"It is a true honor to be in your presence my lord," he bowed once again making Link uncomfortable.

"If it's ok I would like to stay and help out," he looked at the eager young faces, then back at Rainer.

"I'm sure my students would love that, thank you," they all bowed at this. Link was now tired of the bowing thing.

"Alright then, everyone line up and take your swords out!" Link commanded as they scrambled.

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Zelda was in her library reading a really good book.

Her sapphire eyes glanced out the window, and did a double take before she raced to it.

Link was helping train the other knights. "He really does love this country and its people," She thought as she watched him out the window.

Sigh She rested her head on her hands and looked upon him as Link showed his wisdom of the sword, trying to give them strength and confidence.

Link felt a pair of eyes on him other than the students. Instinctively he followed his feelings and his eyes meet with hers.

Zelda blushed a bit before she waved at him.

Link smiled and waved back, not noticing her blush.

Zelda smiled as well before she left the windowsill, turning her attention back on her book.

Link laughed a little before he returned to the knights.

"Sorry guys, I have something else I have to do," the knight's faces became sad and disappointed.

"Hey, I'll come around once in a while just keep up the good work," he smiled at them and made his way back up to the castle.

He weaved his way through the halls, trying to find Zelda.

"What room would she be in… the library! Now I just hope I can find it." He walked towards the direction he thought it was in.

"She's going to have to decide sooner or later!"

Link stopped dead in his tracks, "Was that the King?"

"Yes Sire, but I believe it best for her to marry for love!"

"Impa? Are they talking about Zelda?" Link got closer to the door.

"I would love that to. My daughter's happiness means a lot to me but, she has to find a man of nobility. Our line must be carried on. She's not happy with me." The King confessed.

"No she's not happy because you're telling her to marry these men she doesn't know." Impa replied.

"Yes, but at least I'm giving her a little choice," he sighed with a heavy heart.

"Shall we continue this another day Majesty?"

"Yes… we shall."

"As you wish," with that she disappeared.

Link didn't waste any time and raced down the hall, "Zelda, I had no idea. I'm your friend and I should be helping you through this."

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Hope you liked it.

I knew I could make it long HA!

I also would like to know what kind of swords he has I know he can't have the master sword because that has to be in the Temple of Time so any suggestions. I could just make him find a new one… I think I'll do that, but any name suggestions will be very welcomed! Again please R&R I LOVE your comments or complaints. smiles

'Till we meet again!