All throughout the rest of the day, Vaati did nothing but research, but it was all fruitless. He skimmed through almost half of the books in his sizeable library, but came up with nothing. Vaati already had little on information about the paranormal or anything superstitious of the sorts, and even then the books barely had anything factual. Most of it was just lores and stories, nothing that interested him. Vaati sighed as he finished up with another book, using his magic to place them back on the shelf. He had been searching for hours, and he needed a break. He got up, and decided to walk around, figuring that he would find something else to do on the way. He left the library, and walked around the halls of his home.

He hadn't bothered to actually look for something to occupy him. Whenever he passed a room, if he felt like going in it, he would, but that has yet to happen. Vaati was beginning to think that he should just go back to studying, but for one, that sounded absolutely horrible. And second, he actually wanted to go into the room he just walked by. He stopped, and opened the closed door. His heart skipped a beat when he saw what room it was. Just looking at it, it was nothing special, but for Vaati, it was. This was the room where he often spent time with Ghirahim, getting to know him and bonding with him. He hasn't actually been in here since the last time, which was when he couldn't sleep for the night. He remembered their chat, the both of them asking the other questions about themselves, and at the end of the night, Ghirahim carried him to bed.

Vaati's face flushed at the last thought. While at the time he was too tired to be embarrassed, he could feel it now. But even so, he loved being treated like that by him, and he yearned for the feeling. But...never again could he feel his touch, or be cared for by him. Vaati felt tears form in his eyes before he angrily wiped them away. No, he would not go back to that pathetic state he was in earlier, he decided. Now that he was right in mind, he would not allow himself to wallow in self pity anymore. He decided then and there he would go back to his old self.

He walked in, and glanced at the violin that always sat in the corner. He hasn't played in a while, and it might do well to practice again. Perhaps it will draw his depressing thoughts away. Vaati went to grab it, and he looked at the various sheet music he had. Nothing satisfied him, though. All of these were just easy classical music. He tossed them aside, and decided he would just play the music from his memory. That is what he did most of the time anyways. He position the instrument to a comfortable position, and tested it a few times to see if was still in tune. Satisfied to find that it was, he played. He closed his eyes, letting the music overcome him as he found himself lost in the tune, losing his connection to the real world as his fingers glided over the stings while his other held the bow that allowed played the melody. He became less aware of his surroundings, and he began to question why he stopped playing. He played the next tune he thought of, transitioning flawlessly into it as he lost himself. It was around that time that he didn't hear the front door opening, nor the approaching of footsteps.

Zelda sighed as she finished up with her royal duties. It had been a long day, and she couldn't be more grateful she finished and could take her nightly walk to Vaati's home. She honestly was a little happy to see him after a long day of nothing but boredom. She stretched, and began her trek throughout the castle and then through the town square. She decided to take a slightly longer way this time. The cool night air proved to be relaxing to her as the wind blew gently through her golden hair. She took a deep breath in, and breathed out with a small smile. It was a gorgeous night tonight, perhaps Vaati will feel motivated to do something at night as well as just the morning. She opened the doors to his home as she approached, and closed them behind her quietly.

She had since memorized the way to his bedroom, where she assumed he was. About halfway there, she noticed a sound faintly echoing throughout the halls. If she listened closely, as it was still a little faint, she could pick up a melody, and she made out after coming closer to the source of the sound it was a string instrument. A violin, most likely, but she wasn't sure. As she listened to it, she was struck by the sheer beauty of it. The melody was beautiful, sure, but it was the emotion she picked up from the song that had her struck. She approached the room where the beautiful melody was played from, and she slowly and quietly opened the door, not wanted to disturb whoever was playing it. She was shocked to see it was none other than Vaati playing. Zelda had no idea he could play, and especially so beautifully. She could say with ease he was a true master at the instrument as she watched him, taking in his peaceful look.

Zelda had never seen someone look so into music as Vaati did right now. He looked as though nothing in the entire world could disturb his playing, and Zelda could feel him pouring his all into the hauntingly beautiful melody of which she was unfamiliar with. She stood there as he played, drinking in the song until it was finished. She began to clap to alert him of her presence. To her slight amusement, he jumped, quite clearly startled that someone was here. He looked over to the doorway to see her, and he sighed.

"I didn't hear you come in," Vaati said, and she walked towards him.

"Clearly, I haven't seen someone so startled before," she responded and Vaati set the violin down.

"I had no idea that you could play. It was beautiful to listen to," Zelda said when she approached him. Vaati blushed lightly, never having given a compliment on his playing as no one up until now has ever heard him.

"Anyways, did you come up with anything?" Zelda asked. Vaati knew she was talking about what transpired in the forest earlier today, and shook his head no.

"Nothing at all. I looked through most of my books, but not even a hint was found as to what it was," he responded. Zelda sighed, and took on a look of disappointment.

"I was hoping you wouldn't say that. I had one of the servants look for me as I was too busy, and she also couldn't find anything. So I guess we are completely in the dark." Vaati as well as Zelda sighed in frustration. If neither could figure out what it was, than it was something completely new. And neither Zelda nor Vaati enjoyed being ignorant on a subject, especially one that could be a danger.

"Well, perhaps it will speak to us again tomorrow," Vaati said. Zelda nodded, and on the inside, she was a little glad he said that. That means he is making this a new thing, she thought to herself. But that wasn't the subject at hand.

"Let's hope," she said, and he agreed. They both stood there in an awkward silence then for a moment before Zelda decided to break it.

"Anyways, it is a beautiful night out tonight!" she exclaimed.

"Is that so? I haven't had an opportunity to witness it," he replied. Zelda smiled at him, and responded, "Perhaps you want to do something? Go on a walk? Visit?" Vaati contemplated it for a moment.

"Yes, I believe a walk would do good on my mind right now. Perhaps it will help clear it. Care to join?" he asked. Zelda was happy he actually said yes, and even happier he invited her.

"Of course! Any place in specific in mind?" she asked.

"I don't really care, just something outside of town," he replied. She understood that. Of course he still didn't want to even walk by that place, and with good reason.

"Okay, I know a great little place we can go! I usually go there when I want to escape my duties for a little bit," she said. Vaati nodded, and followed her out, letting her lead as he was unfamiliar with where they are going. Instead of the usual, she lead him behind the castle, and took a path from there. He looked around at the unfamiliar scenery. Although he was wholly familiar with inside of the castle, he never took the time to learn of it's exterior features, like the gorgeous garden kept in back that they were currently walking through. He looked at every flower bush, admiring the natural beauty of their petals and colours. He was a little sad when they finished walking through it, but it wasn't as if he couldn't find flowers anywhere. And besides, Zelda has made it more than clear in earlier times he was welcome at the castle now. Perhaps he ought to visit sometime.

Once they left the garden, Vaati returned his gaze forward, He could start to see the edge of a cliff, and he began to wonder, 'Was that always there, or am I just really unattentive when I conquer?' He began wondering to himself for the remainder of the short walk, and was interrupted when he accidentally ran into a stopped Zelda, not realizing she was no longer walking since he was thinking about it so hard.

"What's got your attention so much?" Zelda asked. He was about to answer, but honestly, it was a little embarrassing to admit what he was actually thinking. Quickly, he came up with something.

"Your garden is lovely, that is all. Perhaps I should have one started at my own home," he was a little ashamed he came up with such a lousy reason, but it looked like Zelda believed it, after all she did see him admiring the flowers.

"Well, anyways, here we are." Vaati stepped aside to look at where they were, and the sight took his breath away. The cliff they were standing on overlooked Lake Hylia, and the sun was in just the right position to make it seem as though the large body of water was a lake of glittering diamonds. The sight took his breath away as he walked a little closer. It truly was something beautiful, and he just wanted to sit there for hours and just drink the sight in. Zelda smiled at his fascination. The first time she saw it, she too acted as such. Of course, the sight was always beautiful, but she was used to seeing it every other day.

"I thought you would enjoy it. I always loved how the moon cast its reflection over the water as such. It makes it look so pretty," she said, but it fell on mostly deaf ears. Vaati heard her speaking, but he didn't really listen. He sat down at the edge, and stared at the open lake. It truly was a sight he wished he could have experienced earlier.

"I don't know about you, but I have always wanted to see what it would look like from above. I bet it would be even more beautiful," Zelda said as she sat beside Vaati. That he heard, and he glanced over at her.

"Would you like to try it?" he asked, and she looked back in confusion.

"Of course, but how? Unless you can magically sprout wings or something," she said, not knowing that is exactly what he could do. Well...he has to go into his demonic form of course, but it was almost the same thing.

"Well, see, the thing is, I can," he responded, amused. He would have thought that Zelda remembered about his demonic form.

"Seriously? You can do that?" she asked, surprised he actually could. She was also quite excited about it. She has always wanted a chance to fly, and now that she was given the opportunity, she couldn't help but feel as excited as a little kid on their birthday.

"Yes, though I am not sure how comfortable it will be for you," he warned, but it wasn't like Zelda cared. She didn't mind if she was uncomfortable, as long as she was able to fly. She nodded excitedly, and Vaati smiled a little bit at her excitement.

"Well, give me a moment to transform then," he said. And Zelda watched as his figure begin to change. She honestly forgot he could change, it she only remembered it as he started. She felt a little embarrassed about what she said earlier, but she quickly forgot about it as her gaze rested on the giant flying figure before her. Zelda was in amazement. Before, when she didn't know the true him, she honestly would be terrified, but now, she was just totally amazed. He gently scooped her up in his claw, and she shifted to a more comfortable position as he took to the skies. As he flew, she looked around in total fascination. She always dreamed of soaring the skies, and now that she actually is, she could even express her excitement. Zelda absolutely loved the feeling of the air rush past her as Vaati flew forward. She could now understand why he believed his place was in the sky. It was glorious.

"Enjoying yourself?" he asked, and she just smiled up at him instead of answering. She honestly couldn't be more grateful towards Vaati for allowing her this opportunity. She really owes him for this, she thought to herself. She turned her gaze to the sky, marveling at the stars and the almost full moon. This truly was one of the best moments of her life. Or at least she thought at first.

Suddenly, she fell forward in Vaati's claw, a little confused at what caused him to jerk so suddenly.

"Vaati, what's wrong? Are you okay?" She shouted out at him over the howling of the passing wind. He didn't answer, and his flight began to slow down. Zelda couldn't help but feel worry for the mage, as she didn't know what was going on. He suddenly stopped altogether, and Zelda had to gather herself before she could stand again.

"Vaati, what is it?" she called to him. Once again, he didn't answer, but she heard pained groans echo.

"Vaati, tell me what's going on!" Zelda shouted out to him. To her surprise and absolute horror, she saw him suddenly transform to his Hylian form, and they began to fall. She began to panic as they fell, but she remembered she could use magic then. She allowed magic to cover her, enabling her to float mid air, but just as she was about to do the same for Vaati, he fell just barely out of her reach. She watch in terror and worry as he plummeted at alarming speed downwards, unable to do anything to save him. She would have followed him, but there was no way she would be able to catch him before he collided with the lake. So she did the only thing she could at the moment; scream for him and hope to the goddesses for some sort of miracle.

"VAATI!"