I am so, so, SO sorry that this took so long! T.T School has been a nightmare! I'm currently on break and I literally just wrote this between yesterday and today...so I'm so sorry if it's not very good! I just really wanted to write a chapter set in Skyloft... XD I also wanted to take a "break" chapter of sorts, because I'm not sure when I'll get to write them in the future of the story...stuff will get pretty serious...or so I hope XD

Also, thank you so, so, SO much for the reviews! Seriously, I didn't think I'd get any, and it means the world to me! Also a huge thanks to those following this story, or me as an author! You honestly don't know how much it means to me! So thank you! *hugs*

Note: I realise that TECHNICALLY, the Link in Skyward Sword is Hylian, but I'm calling him Skyloftian Link, to avoid confusion between him and Twilight Princess Link, who I will call Hylian Link. I hope that's okay!

This is just a short chapter for now, I'm actually working on chapter 3 right now! XD So stay tuned!

Link hopped out of the shimmering portal, landing on top of the Light Tower. It was an unusually clear day in Skyloft, with only a few lazy clouds floating by on the breeze. A few loftwings glided in the sky, encircling the Bazaar opposite the tower. Link glanced over the side, scanning the wide stone Plaza below. No sign of Zelda. Only a few children running after what appeared to be a sky stag beetle. Link was about to turn away when he noticed a red blob out of the corner of his eye. He refocused his attention on the ground below, squinting slightly to get a better view. Yep. Definitely Groose. Him and his best buddies Cawlin and Strich were standing in a circle near the edge of the Island. Groose was, rather loudly, voicing some sort of opinion on one thing or another, which seemed to involve making wild hand gestures.

Link sighed. At least he had found him without too much trouble. He was about to take a step forward when he realised he should probably make sure the portal was closed first. He turned on his heel, and gazed at the space in front of him. A blue haze clouded the air, that was quite obviously not normal. That was the reason it had been decided by himself and Zelda that the portal should be atop the Light Tower; where most people didn't dare venture.

Once Link was sure the portal was closed fully, he turned back towards the edge of the tower. He quickly made sure he had the blue and white sailcloth with him before leaping down to the ground below. Link loved free falling through the air, so much so that he had one too many times almost forgotten to use the sailcloth. This time, was one of those times. He suddenly realised how close to the ground he was, and his heart skipped a beat as he grabbed either end of the cloth and held it above his head. He immediately slowed down, and landed softly on the smooth stones of the Plaza a few seconds later. He breathed a sigh of relief before making his way towards Groose.

"Oi!" He yelled, waving his hand in the air.

Groose jumped slightly before casually looking over his shoulder, as if to show he was unfazed by Link's sudden outburst.

"Just who I was looking for," said Link, as he reached the group of three.

"Hey," grunted Groose, "how did the meeting go?"

"Alright," shrugged Link, sure Groose wouldn't have asked had it not been for Zelda giving him an earful about how he should take more interest in these sorts of matters, "there wasn't a great turnout…and the trouble this time round is…pretty serious…"

Usually the meetings were for general catch-ups, or small problems in one or more of their worlds. It was rare to have a serious problem, and Link couldn't remember a more serious problem than the current one arising. Ever. Not only did it affect Hyrule, but everyone else's worlds as well. There were so many villains already involved, and there were sure to be many more who would join the ranks.

The colour left Groose's face. He had never been the bravest person in the world. Having said that, the bravest person in the world would probably still be shaken by the current dilemma.

"Firstly," continued Link, "I need your help. I need to borrow the Groosenator…and I need you to come onto the battlefield with me."

"And why should I help you?" grunted Groose, suddenly becoming defensive. He crossed his arms over in front of him and puffed out his chest, as if to try and make himself look taller than Link, which wasn't really necessary since he towered over him anyway.

"Groose, I really don't have time to argue with you," sighed Link, "Zelda is in danger."

Bingo. Link's sentence worked like a charm.

Groose's expression softened. He looked up briefly, as if to think about it for a moment, before looking directly into Link's eyes. The two stared at each other for a moment.

"Alright," grumbled Groose, "I'll help."

Link breathed a sigh of relief and smiled.

"Good stuff," he said cheerfully, placing his hands behind his head and starting to walk away, "I'll get scrapper to bring it to the top of the Light Tower. We're leaving in two days. I'll meet you here in the Plaza, bright and early."

Groose nodded in agreement.

"Good thing I found you so quickly," continued Link, as he walked away towards the Knight Academy, "Now I have more time to spend with Zel before I go."

Link could almost here Groose's fists clench.

Link reached the gates of the Knight Academy, hoping he hadn't pissed off Groose too much. He was debating whether to check in Zelda's room first or the Sparring Hall when a familiar voice caught his attention.

"She needs to stop worrying, it's not doing her any good," said a girls voice anxiously.

Karane, thought Link, as that exact person came around the corner.

She was standing beside Pipit, one of the other students in the Knight Academy. The two of them were holding hands, and in deep conversation.

"She really does. I mean, it's not like Li-" Pipit's sentence was cut short as Karane caught sight of Link and jabbed him sharply in the ribs.

"Hi…" said Karane cautiously, looking slightly embarrassed.

"Link!" exclaimed Pipit, "eh…how was the meeting?"

Link narrowed his eyes at the two before answering. It was obvious they were talking about him. "Okay," he said quietly, "looks like we're in serious trouble this time."

Link quickly told the two about the Ganondorf's plans, the Triforce, and what they were planning to do.

"Jeez…" sighed Pipit, running a hand through his brown hair, his blue eyes filled with concern.

"I have to leave in two days," said Link, suddenly aware that the sun was already setting in the sky.

"Be careful," said Karane, looking just as anxious as Pipit.

"No worries," said Link with a grin, "Groose has already agreed to help with that wonderful contraption of his. Oh, and before I go, have you seen Zelda?"

"Yeah, we met her at the Sparring Hall, she left a little before us," explained Karane, "I think she went back to her room."

"Thanks," said Link, practically running into the Academy.

Pipit and Karane grinned at each other before following.

Link reached Zelda's door and knocked gently on it three times. He had met scrapper on the way up and asked him to move the Groosenator to the Plaza by tomorrow evening, and to be in the Plaza two days from now, early in the morning. Zelda was his last stop. He sighed. Today had been a long day.

"Yes?" a voice questioned from behind the door, "Who is it?"

"It's Link," he replied.

He heard quick but gentle footsteps approaching the door before it was swung open. Zelda appeared in the doorway. Her soft blonde hair framed her face as she gazed at Link anxiously. She stepped out of her room and closed the door behind her before taking Link's wrist in her hand.

"Come on," she said, as she dragged him away, "let's go to our usual spot."

A few minutes later, Link was helping Zelda up onto the roof of the Academy. They sat beside each other, watching the last sliver of the sun dip below the horizon.

"Alright, spill it," demanded Zelda, "what's going on? I can tell you're worried."

That was Zelda. Always to the point and as perceptive as ever.

Link quickly explained the situation.

"Oh, no…" muttered Zelda, twisting her hair between her fingers, a trait both her and Princess Zelda shared, "and…are you sure Link is in the castle?"

"Princess Zelda seemed almost certain he was still there…I just hope he's alright," replied Link, gazing up at the stars in the now dark night sky, "Also, you need to be careful...you have the Triforce of Wisdom, and as I said they're after it. Don't trust anyone, and don't under any circumstances leave Skyloft. Okay?"

Zelda nodded before laying her head on Link's shoulder. Link could tell she was annoyed that she couldn't be of more help. Under normal circumstances she would have forced him to take her along with him, but she realised how on-edge he was, and didn't want to make him worry any more than necessary. The two were silent for a moment.

"There's something else," said Zelda quietly.

"What?" replied Link, looking down at her. He genuinely had no idea what she was talking about.

Zelda looked back, her bright blue eyes filled with apprehension.

"There's something else bothering you," she said firmly. She was absolutely sure of it.

Link hesitated. He was afraid mentioning the self-proclaimed "Demon Lord" would make Zelda panic, but he didn't want to lie to her either.

"Ghirahim is involved," he blurted out, before he had a chance to change his mind.

Zelda tightened her grip on Link's arm. The name was bound to make her a little nervous given that he had kid-napped her and essentially sucked out her soul.

"Promise," demanded Zelda suddenly, staring directly into Link's eyes, "promise me you'll be careful. And you'll come back safely."

Link stared back at her for a moment.

"I promise, Zel," replied Link, "and I promise to keep you safe too."

A dark figure lurked against the wall of the Academy, unbeknownst to the two teens sitting on the roof. The individual had heard every last word of their conversation, but it was the last words specifically that had caught his attention.

"Tut, tut…" sighed the figure, lifting his hand up into the air in front of him, "you shouldn't make empty promises, Skychild."

And with a click of his fingers, and a slight chuckle, the figure disappeared in a flurry of diamonds.

Sorry this was quite short...and probably boring... XD But as always, please rate and review! I love hearing what people think (As long as the criticism is constructive! XD)

Next chapter will be with the villains in Hyrule Castle...because I love them so! XD The chapter after that will be back to the "allies", or whatever you may call them~