Last Time
"Oh? So can I...?" He asks and I look up in a questioning tone. Next thing I know, a second pair of lips is pressed to mine. My eyes widen, but I don't see Zelda's fair eyelids, but deep red eyes staring back at me. I close mine instead and whimper, gripping his shirt. Kiss? Whyd he kiss me? Why? Let go... let..
"Le..ah!" I cry out as his tongue is pushed into my mouth as I try and speak. I feel his arms pull me closer by my hips. His tongue dances with mine and I whimper. His tongue traces every inch of my cavern and I feel my heart pick up. I feel his tongue slowly escape, leaving me panting.
"D...Dark?!"
"I bet she didn't kiss you like that, huh?" He smirks and nuzzled himself against my chest this time. I stare at the body awestruck not knowing what to say. I got.. a kiss. From a princess and a shadow. A beauty and a beast.
But..I'm not really sure who the beast actually is..
Sheiks POV (whhaaatt? Yes. HIM)
Strutting through the hall ways, I admire how beautifully lit the hallways are night time. Each portrait of previous rulers is lightly surrounded with little lights that don't actually glow. On the other side of the paintings, you have these large windows that reach the floor to the ceiling. This ceiling is a lot lower than most, being average, and encompass the entire hallway that is shaped like a "U". This area of the castle is open to the public so they may enter and look around at all the paintings, portraits and statues while enjoying the view of Hyrule. These windows overlook 180 degrees (of course with that shape) making the active Elden volcano visible as well as the desert in the distance, the large lake, and the forest. The floor is a nice red and the walls a soft brown to make such an open room feel warmer. The Princess has wonderful tastes in choices and this area has become very popular. Though, this open area has caused some problems. There is a door that is usually heavily guarded that enters into the entrance hallway of the castle. There has been some break ins, but luckily the guards are great at protecting her majesty. I, being one.
I don't come to the castle often. The Princess sends me off to do her duties at times, while other times I spend guarding or roaming the hallways. Impa was the one who introduced me to the princess and she has seemed to fallen from me since childhood. She would clink to my leg and always told me stories. One included a green clad hero I now know as Link. I work as an... Intern of some sort if you were to use a strange word for it. Link is the hero of time. A great boy, I've heard. I didn't expect to meet him though.
I didn't expect to fall in love.
The first time I saw him, I was awestruck. I knew of his time in the Temple of Time and see that his youth has carried over leaving him still somewhat young looking. At the age of 17, his skin is smooth and barely any hair grows on his face. Probably other places too~ His hair a bright blond that I haven't seen on other than the Princess. No wonder it is a Princess and her Hero chosen by the goddess herself.
I stroll the the halls reaching the sleeping quarters of guests. Here, rest the postmen, warriors, deliverers and such. The city of Hyrule and the areas around have seemed to be invaded by monsters and tis her majesties duty to protect her people. She lets these men stay in guest rooms over the night. I hear rustling and strange noises in one room. Sound of... groaning and whimpering? I do hope the princess has not... resulted in other men when Link isn't very interested in her.
Well
He is. I see by his eyes that he is very dearly in love with the princess, but thanks to a certain demon, he has been losing that glow. The spark of love and curiosity has been moved to Dark Link. When I watch him, he always seems to smile... and even when upset, a see that glow in his heart. The curiosity of another man? It can't just be Dark Link... There is nothing special about him what so ever. Nothing about his appearance nor personality. Unless Link LIKES disrespectful brats.
I stand outside the door and shake my head. The princess would never. Maybe another couple. Or it's something else. I continue my walk and sense the triforce. Of course I'm in the princesses castle and a triforce IS present, but this is a different one. Link? Is Link here? Of course he is.. he has to be. But I sense something else... A dark force. Ganondorf? The Demon. It must be.
I walk down the hallways looking from door to door to see if I can tell which one Link is residing in. I stop in front of the emergency rooms and tilt my head. Link is hurt? Link?
I almost burst through the door but remember the other guests and sigh slowly opening it. I look around and see the two bodies intertwined together. I feel my heart sink at the sight. Dark Link has his arms wrapped around the hero's waist a little lower than I would like. His head rests on the heroes chest which is slowly moving to his breathing. Link's head is lulled on the pillows, his arms awkwardly placed around the dark boy.
Oh Link... If that were me... I would be holding you and you would be happy. I laugh lightly and walk over not sure why they are sleeping together.
"Link... wake up plea-" I choke as I watch the boy shift and a small tear falls down his cheek. Is he crying? No.. please don't cry.. A hero shouldn't cry. He has the triforce of courage.. Could a bad dream really phase him?
"Link please.. My hero.." I reach over and shake him slightly. Luckily he didn't seem to be in a deep sleep and he wakes up with ease. He blink his wet eyes and reaches up wiping at the tears.
"Princess..?" He looks around and his eyes land on me. I smile softly seeing the state he's in. His eyes widen and he looks as if he wants to come at me but whines at the body on him. I chuckle and reach over unwrapping the dark boys arms from around him and shiver as my hands graze Dark's body.
Disgusting.
Link slides out of the bed and surprisingly quickly jumps and wraps his arms around me.
"Sheik... Sheik... please help..." He cries silently dropping his head on to my shoulder. I look down wide eyed and then at the rustling boy on the bed. I glare wanting the hero's affection to be directed to himself at the moment and pull Link out of the room. Link follows obediently understanding that I don't want to wake up Dark ( though that not the reason)
As we reach the hallway I pull his away from me and reach down lifting up his chin
"Link? Please tell me what's wrong. I can tell your heart is worn..." I say softly brushing his hair from his face. He is so beautiful, but it hurts seeing him in pain.
"Dark.. his memory is gone.. I miss him Shiek, I really do.." he cries softly, "I'm not suppose to feel like this! I'm the hero of time. I'm suppose to be strong and help my area and I have.. I'm tired of doing things for others and for some reason all I want back is Dark. He's such a great friend but he doesn't even remember me.. I don't know why.. He doesn't remember and I want him back. We got into a stupid argument..
"I want him back so badly. I miss his hugs and I miss his voice and his teasing manner and I always say I hate him. I don't hate him! I don't... it seemed like I did but I don't.." He cries intensely as he spills his heart out to me. I feel mine drop deeper and the confessions.
"so... you... love.. Dark Link?" I ask calmly not wanting to frighten the boy at the state he already is in. I feel my own self choke up at the crying hero. He has done so much. He deserved something in return. He didn't choose this faith. Link was forced out of his home, away from his friends to save Hyrule. He was just a boy and missed 7 years of his life just to be here.
"I.. I don't love him! I never said that!" He blushes intensely and pulls away at the thought. I can't help but chuckle at that. His cheeks and eyes are red and wet from his tears. His hair a mess from the sleep and the crazy hug.
"It sounded like a love confession just now.." I tilt my head confused, "You miss his hugs, he laughter... that you can find anywhere. Why is Dark Link so special?" He just said he did.. didn't he? That sounds like love to me...
"No! It's.. hes a great friend.. that's it... I just.. I want him to have his memory back. I was going to let him go where ever he wants after this journey.. That was our deal all along," He sniffs but starts to relax still red, " But I don't want him to leave without remembering me and all that we've been through.."
Bull. Shit.
I laugh internally at my language but sigh of relief. If he's so against the idea.. then maybe... he can start being interested in me..?
"Memories? Has anything.. important happened? Since the memory loss?"
"Uh.. well there... was that one battle and more battles.. and we played in mud.."
I look at him with a strange look on my face. Playing in mud? How... gross.. I wince and shake my head. I've always been some sort of clean freak. It's just the way I am.
"And," He continues but pauses "The... tree..." he looks down wide eyes and starts humming a little tune but seems to be searching for certain words. I scrunch my eyebrows together and reach forward touching his forehead.
"Are you .. mentally.. okay? Link?" Only a mad man would do that, wouldn't he? How strange..He stays silent and I watch him search for words.
"One... two... three...Little tree...
dog and cat.. no.." he shakes his head and whimpers. Link reaches up holding his head as if to try and remember.
"The.. cat and mouse chase.. one two three.. little tree... two in.. just one base..." He whispers and I hear a ringing noise. Link hears it too and his eyes shoot up. The ringing seems to be coming from upstairs, where Link's old quarters were. We look to each other and he nods frantically. I watch as he stumbles up and starts running towards the staircase. I follow after, and even though I am faster, I let him feel special and run behind him.
He runs up the stairs and down the long corridor. The wall candles flicker and a few blow out. I watch him reach his room and he bursts the door open. He walks over to a blanket hanging over an object, lifting the sheet off, I gasp at a rotting tree. Link's reaction was similar. Though completely charred black, a little fairy is swinging from one of the dead vines. She hummed the same tune as Link, who was now kneeling next to the tree.
"Help.. Help me please... Dark.. his tree.. it's gone.." He whispers and the fairy just blinks. Her bright yellow light flickers and she tilts her head. Her cute wrapped white gown glows with her swaying and I could sense a sort of rhythm to her movements.
Up and Down
Round and Round
The cat and mouse chase
1, 2, 3
little tree
2 in just one base
black and white
out of sight
hidden in despair
Intertwined
Connecting lines
a hidden, passionate care
a little song
sing it along
the world will then be clear
Open eyes
No more lies
"Please don't shed a tear"
The fairy sings in a beautiful voice the words that Link couldn't exactly find. Link was opening his mouth about to talk, but the fairy cut in again, as if she knew his question.
The one of green
heard not seen
his death bell has not rung
a lost voice
he had no choice
a song unsung
Find the tree
his voice set free
save the dark young
tree's everywhere
a hole if you dare
a fairy is hung
She sings softly and slowly disappears. Link's eyes widen and he watches her go. I stare at the strange sight not seeing anything like it. Link gulps and I look over at him.
"I can't sit here crying.. We have clues..I can help him.." he says quietly and stands up gathering his objects.
"Clue? What do you mean?" I ask still confused and stand up. Link doesn't even look at me as he slips on his belt.
"She said to find his tree.. It's what I need to do.. she mentioned lots of trees so my only guess would be back in kokiri forest. I don't.. know what she means by a green one.." he ponders.
"Maybe.. Ganondorf? He's green isn't he? You killed him though, didn't you? Would his 'Death bell' already rang?" I say and cross my arms watching him prepare. I gulp as he slides off his blue knight dress given by the princess and looks around for his green shirt.
"I.. maybe I didn't..?" he says quietly and turns to me.
Great. He's doing this on purpose isn't he? Showing off his body to me. How rude. I shake my head of my selfish thoughts and try not admiring his chest.
"Dark didn't just 'Lose' his memory. And hasn't Ganondorf told us he'd be back?" I tilt my head and pout as Link finds his green shirt and slides it on, followed by his hat. He equips his sword and I sigh knowing what is happening.
"He's out there Sheik.. and I'll find him and kill him.. then I'll get the tree and bring it back here. It should work.. shouldn't it?"
"But where in the forest Link?! It's huge!" I yell slightly at how fast he's moving and not thinking of the dangers and consequences.
"A hole.. In the ground. I'll ask around. Maybe Saria will help me.." he smiles and then bites his lip. He looks at me and then at the ground, "Sheik... will you.. come with me please?"
I sigh and think. I hate Dark.. him trying to steal Link away.. but this could be my chance to get close to Link. Maybe change his mind? Plus, if he hasn't defeated Ganondorf the 1st time... maybe he needs magic to end him finally. I can also seal him away. Not for Link's sake only, but to save the village of Hyrule as well.
"I will Link..." I say quietly and bow to him, "I'll be of any service to you. I'll support you mentally, physically and with any desires.. you might need.." I smirk quietly but it's not seen behind my shawl. I peak up and Link blushes slightly.
"Desires?" He stammers and crosses his arms. "What the hell do you mean by that?"
"Ah well, if your lover is missing.. I'd think you miss he bodily things he's done with you?" I laugh lightly yet wince at the pain in my heart.
"Dark and I have not done any of the sort!" he grumbles and fixes his gloves ready to leave. I laugh and shake my head.
"I see you're prepared to leave Master?"
"Don't call me that. I'm your friend not master.." he says quietly and walks next to me.
"As you wish, Link."
Ok well I typed this in an hour and 25 minutes.. I could have used that for other stuff. XD
Anyway so I had a virus on my laptop and I had to reset the whole thing o.e I lost my plot list so I'm just kind of going by memory lol. Sorry for the wait! I just have so many paintings and drawings I owe people so I need to focus on that! Thank you for reading 3
Also: I've had a scene planned in here... it's kind of... rated M... xD I'll issue a warning right before the scene and if you don't want to read It for shipping purposes then you can skip it! You'll miss a little bit of character stuff but if you truly don't want to then I guess it's no necessary XD Thanks for putting up with me. I'll reply to most comments I get too so (: You all give really good ideas and I am thinking about incorporating things.
I see that some of you have an idea of what's going to happen xD and are figuring out the poem but I won't reply to those since I don't wanna spoil. This is kinda it lol.