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A/N-I've had some time off from school so this update is sooner than expected. Anyways, read on. . . .

Chapter 2-Trickery and Lies

POV-Dark Link

I must admit to be a bit envious of the Hylians who lived in the regions beyond here. The beauty compared to the harsh climate of the Gerudos was simply breathtaking. In fact I've never stepped foot outside of Gerudo territory until just now. But that didn't mean I wasn't unaware of my surroundings. Part of my studies included the layout of Hyrule and all of its areas, so I was prepared to the fullest. Without hesitation, I went onward.

By then, night had fallen and the pale, silvery moon climbed high into the sky. A small scuttling noise came from behind me, and I turned sharply to face this threat. Two skeletal like creatures, about the size of children mind, were climbing out of the ground and advancing towards me. Then they saw me for what I truly was, and retreated on the spot. Good. They weren't that stupid I suppose. It seems somehow my reputation had even reached the bowels of the undead and they were afraid to confront mei.

For the rest of the night I trotted onward, and since I wasn't human, I didn't require rest. By the time the sun had risen, I was nearing Lon Lon Ranch, not that it was an important place when it comes to historical matters, but I had a feeling there was more this place then meets the eye. Suddenly I felt the rays of sunlight cascade upon me and saw my skin and clothes turned back to "normal"ii.

I considered my current position. Since no one knew where this boy my master mentioned was headed, I decided to enter the ranch, and later Hyrule Castle town, and see if anyone recognized me. Upon entering the ranch I noticed two things, a. there were an abundant amount of animals present, i.e. horses, cows, cuccos, etc. and b. a faint singing noise reached my ears. I'm not exactly vengeful toward the art of music, but let's just say you won't find me playing an instrument in my spare time. However, this particular voice was soothing to the ears, and I could've listened there forever, possibly for all eternity, had it not been for the middle-aged man who tapped me on my shoulder, interrupting my reverie.

I sighed silently in my mind, making a mental note to pay this guy back for what he did. Putting on a fake smileiii I asked him politely, "Um hello there! Sorry to disturb you, but I seem to have wandered onto the field from Hyrule Castle Town and I don't which way to go. Can you help me?" Perfect, clear concise to the point, not anything overdone. The person smiled at me and replied, "Why of course sonny! I'd be happy to help you! We're just about to have breakfast and I'd be rude if I didn't invite you in," all of which he said in a jolly manner. "By the way my name is Talon, and I own this ranch. And you are?" I selected an identity, not wanting this man to associate me with the one I was looking for in case that boy visited this place by chance. I chose a name that I'm sure no one would own. "My name is Leo. Thank you for your hospitality." "Don't mention it sonny don't mention it," he chuckled.

Once inside, a girl walked in from inside and I guessed this to be the singing sensation I heard. For a human, she was quite attractive for her age and she the most beautiful pair of blue eyes I had ever seen. On top of that, she had flaming red hair that stretched down to the middle of her back, and held a positive expression on her face. Talon gestured at his daughter to sit down and spoke. "This here is Leo, Malon. He come to stay with us for a little bit, and then I'm going to bring him back to Hyrule Castle town." She smiled at me, and I grinned back. "Hello there," she said with a cute voice. "How did you survive the monsters that come out at night?" Whoops. "Er, I hid in a ditch and waited until morning came." I said in a shaky voice. "Hehe, well you're alright son, and that's what matters. Let's eat now and we'll get you home, we have to stop by anyways to deliver milk to the castle so you're in luck," said Talon. I gave him my thanks and began eating.

A few hours later, we arrived in a small wagon, the burden carried by two horses. A guard nodded to Talon and Malon and myself, and we arrived in the center of the market square, where busy throngs of people were making bargains, exchanging gossip, and overall enjoying the rich warm weather. "Thank you for your help! I hope we meet again!" I said and walked off into the crowd. The old duffer I didn't want to see again if I didn't need to, but the girl . . . yes she was interesting. I'd better give this some thought. But now was not the time, I had a job to complete. It was time for me to mingle with the unclean, the foul, the black market you could say of Hyrule.iv

A/N-Thank you my friends who enjoyed my previous chapter. For purposes of mystery (and since I wish to see you suffer) the next chapter will be a secret. Oh and please review my work, thanks!

i At least in small numbers. The duel arena back in Gerudo territory often boasted competitions between Gerudos and dark creatures summoned by Ganondorf. I myself had once fought a battalion of stalfos and nearly died doing it. But I don't have the time to list details here, so let's get back to the story.

ii Ah yes, I forgot to mention. For some strange reason I look like a human from sunrise to sunset and for the other half of the day, I appear as the dark mysterious individual you know me as. I don't know why it happens, and although I did try asking Ganondorf about them, he wouldn't answer and hastily change the subject. He's hiding something, and I'm going to find out why sooner or later.

iii Fake among us entities, not humans, who can be easily tricked into telling you what you're looking for.

iv And if they didn't know anything about the boy, well then I'm screwed.