Link was wondering, the dark, and empty town of Kakariko. He was very upset, and confused. He thought this would be a good idea. The town was placed in the perfect spot. Why were they like this? He thought the townspeople were kind. He guessed they didn't take to well to strangers. The only one who really remembered him was Auju. She was the first one to ask, but she said she couldn't. They didn't have room. He sighed coming up to the only house left. Hopefully this one will be different.
He shifted the young maiden in his arms. Tapping the door lightly. Waiting a few moments before trying again. He was about to knock a third time when he heard grumbling on the other side. He stopped and waited. The door swung open widely, showing a very angry man on the other side. He growled at Link asking what he wanted.
"Hello." Link greeted. Smiling nicely at the man. "You see, my friend is tired." He motioned towards the sleeping girl in his arms. "She is in much need of rest, and I was hoping you would be so kind as to let me leave her here with--" He's words were cut short when the door slammed in his face. He had his answer.
Do these people, have no heart anymore!? I mean, look at her. He looked down at his arms. She was tiny, and shivering in the cold night air. She needed a warm bed, she was exhausted. She was captured and who knows what else happened, and all these people care about is slamming the door in his face over and over again and going back to bed.
A deep rumble threaten to escape from his chest and he grinded his teeth together, in frustration. A small whimper, in his arms, stopped him and he immediately calmed back down. Turning around, he glanced once over his shoulder at the cold wooden door, then strolled away.
He grunted, climbing up the harsh mountain. It was not that he had trouble carrying the small female. It was the monsters, rocks, and large boulders that came hurling down towards him, bent on killing him, that gave him such a problem. He could have easy killed the monsters and moved out of the way of the rocks, but with her in his arms, the challenge was twice as difficult, as it needed to be. He had to dodge the monsters, and run away from the boulders. But he couldn't move to fast or the tiny woman would start to whimper, and struggle in his hold.
He sighed in relief, standing in front of a large opening, leading into the mountain. A familiar thumping music entered his ears, making them twitch in delight, at the beating sound. Finally. He whispered. He knew his 'Brothers' wouldn't let him down, and take the girl into their care. Nothing bad would happen here. He smiled at that thought, and preceded into the large gate.
"Kagome." Something was calling her name. Mother? "Kagome." The voice whispered. No. It was not her mother. Something else was calling her. "Wake up." It ordered. Inuyasha? "Wake up." It repeated.
A warm feeling surrounded her. What is this? Something was pulling at her. Suddenly bright light, filled her vision, and she groaned. She covered her eyes with her hands. She hissed, pain shooting through her body. She cursed. She woke up to this? Why!? She slowly blinked her eyes. They soon adjusted, and she found herself laying on a woven rug.
She was warm, even though she was laying on the floor. She was surrounded by rock. It was everywhere. The only thing else in the room was a table, two pots, and two torches on either side of a, strange, dragon statue. Where was she? This doesn't look familiar at all. She thought back, trying to remember. She was sent to a different world. Then she meet Link. We was in the forest, and she found a key. Something happened after that, but she couldn't' remember, that part was very fuzzy. Then? Then... Darkness?
Her chest tightened, it was that pull again. Something was calling her. Telling her to get up, and follow it. She wanted to, she really did, but her body ached all over. She felt it pull harder, telling her she couldn't stay there. She couldn't lay there, anymore. She had to get up. She groaned, and slowly sat up, the movement sent so much pain through her, she thought she would pass out. Can she really stand, when her body was this badly damaged?
Get up. It ordered her. You must stand. She just nodded her head. Okay, okay. Her choker glowed green and her staff appeared in her hand. She was glad she called her weapons back before she passed out. She then remembered she passed out, in Links arms, and blushed. She didn't have anymore time to think, for more pain shot through her body, as she pulled herself up.
The staff jingled as her body trembled. Her knees were going to give out soon. She couldn't stay on them for very long. She put most of her weight on her staff. The muscles in her arm twitched. Everything she did sent horrible, horrible, shocks through her veins. Once she had herself balanced, well enough, the pull happened again. Where was it leading her? The call was so strong. Her legs were moving on her own, limping toward the statue. The statue? No, not the statue, beyond the statue. She saw a door way behind the dragon. Extreme heat wafted through it. It made her hesitant, but another pull from the invisible force, made her move forward once again.
Hot, so hot. She was melting. Her body ached and sweat pored from every fiber of her body. Lava flowed all round her, and here she was, limping around, as if she knew what she was doing. The only thing guiding her was some magical pull. She snorted. Magic, it's a stupid feeling, she shouldn't have even listened to it. Now she was standing in front of a broken ledge. Jump. It said. She looked around, trying to ignore what she just heard.
Jump. It repeated. Is that voice crazy!? A few feet across, from where she stood, was a stone cliff. In her condition she would break her foot, or even her leg. She was not doing it. Jump! It yelled in her mind. She cursed. She can't believe she was doing this. Backing up a few steps. Closing her eyes taking a few breaths getting ready. She can't believe she was going to jump. In these situations she sometimes questions her own sanity. JUMP!
"SHUT UP!" She roared into the air. The scream made her lungs sting, and she coughed, making pain shoot through her sides. She growled.
Before she had second thoughts she dashed forward. Her knees cracked and popped with every step. Her feet were sore and her chest ached. Her muscles clinched and she flew through the air. Ah! She was flying! The great leap of faith came to an abrupt end when she landed on her back. She swore she heard her back snap. The wind got knocked out of her and she coughed. Once the dust settled around her, the pull happened again. She groaned.
Once more, using the staff as a crutch, she lifted herself off of the stone floor. She looked around. The small ledge she found herself on, had a broken ladder to her right, and in font of her was a cliff leading down to the boiling lake of lava. Great, just great. The pulled stopped and she sighed. Wonderful, the call was nothing more then a trap, and it led her to nothing, and she was going to die here.
A large thump of pressure hit her chest, almost knocking her off her feet. But she did stumble though, and her back slammed into some rocks, behind her. She turned around and looked at the slightly strange rocks. The thump pulsed through the rocks and on to her hand. These rocks? The crazy voice brought her here for some ROCKS!? That's it. If she gets out of here, she was never going to listen to the voices, ever again! Of course, your not suppose to listen to them in the first place... but it was to late for that.
The pulse happened again, she sighed. What was it wanting? She looked around the rocks. A huge hole was visible above them. She heard a sound coming from inside. Closing her eyes she tried to figure out what it was. Dripping? She was confused. Looking at the rocks, once more, she called back her staff and brought out her Hiraikotsu. Whatever it is, calling her, is through that opening, she figured. And that means these rocks are blocking the way.
She knew that it was going to be difficult to even lift this weapon. It would take all her strength, she gathered while sleeping, just to knock these boulders out of the way. She was having second thoughts. Clear the path. The voice was back, and she growled. Clear the path...
She roared in anger at the annoying voice and with all her might lifted her most destructive weapon over her head and brought it down. She could practically hear the boulders screaming in pain as the boomerang sliced through their tough exterior, like butter. When it was over, she was breathing raggedly. Her sweaty hands, caused her Hiraikotsu slipped out of their loose grip, and it laid helplessly on the ground. Its done its job, so she didn't care.
The pull was now stronger. It willed her to walk forward, forgetting about everything around her. Her pain. Her sweat. Her weapon. Her mind was blank. Her body was shutting down, trying to save itself from it's own demise, in desperation. She couldn't feel, her vision was blurry, and all sounds that entered her ear, were muffled.
Black dots spotted over her eyes, she was going to pass out soon, she realized. Her body kept moving despite it all. She smirked. She was more stubborn then she thought. A familiar but whispered laughter entered her mind. It said something about... Battle? making her... weary?
She saw white lights circle around her before her body finally shut down, exhausted. Once again, she was trapped, in her own mind, covered in its lonely darkness.
With the help of his new weapon, The Megaton Hammer, Link was able to defeat the volcano dragon, Volvagia. And it was not easy. He soon found himself inside the Chamber of sages, once more.
"Thank you, Brother!" Darunia spoke to him. "I really appreciate what you did. I thank you on behalf of the entire Goron race! You turned out to be a real man, just as I thought you would!" He smiled. "By the way, I, the wild Darunia turned out to be the great Sage of Fire. Isn't that funny, Brother? Well, this must be what they call destiny. Nothing has made me happier then helping you seal the evil here!" He laughed in joy. "Hey. Brother, take this! This is a Medallion that contains the power of the fire spirits-- and my friendship." The medallion hovered over to Link. He smiled and happily received it. "Don't forget… Now you and I are true Brothers!" The words echoed around him.
He was lifted up and out of the chamber, and back into Death Mountain. He smiled, the volcano has clamed, and no aura hovered around it's peak. He was glad, once again restoring balance into his lands, and away from Ganon's clutches. And to think, it only took him. He looked up at the sky. Three days. He laughed nervously. Hopeful Kagome is awake, and she isn't to upset, for him being away, for so long.
Just thinking about the female, made him feel light on his feet, as he walked to the broken bridge. But feeling her anger was not something he wanted, his pace, slowed down. She will most likely be upset he left her there, alone, while he had 'fun'. He chuckled at the thought. Nah, she will forgive him. He huffed, pulling out his hookshot. Listen to him. He sounds like he talking about his lover, waiting for him to come home from work. He blushed at the thought. Firing, he was jerked to the other side of the cliff.
The thought of Kagome, waiting for him, did send a strange, warm feeling, through his body. That- and picturing of her, greeting him, as he walked into their home, dressed in only an apron…
"Hey!" Navi chirped, interrupting his arousing thoughts. He tried to Ignore her, Wanting to let his mind wander, once again. But she had other plans. "HEY!!! Don't ignore me!" She screamed, having a temper tantrum. His ears started ringing from her high pitched wails.
"What is it Navi?" He finally asked.
Instead of telling him, she turned bright green, and flew over to his left. She was floating up and down making her little dinging noise. This of course stated:
"Hey, look over here. I'm small and annoying, and I like to interrupt at inappropriate moments, like when your trying to relax and think of naughty things" Yes. He agreed to her statement. I'll humor you, little fairy, and look at you while you continue to waste my valuable time. He was very upset that she interrupted him, when she did. He sighed and walked over to his left. Might as well look, if its so important that she had to run all the way over here.
He looked down, and his eyes instantly narrowed, looking at something that was very familiar. his face, was now dead serious, as he looked around for the owner of the weapon. He did not see her, and this worried him. He easily jumped down and landed on the stone ledge. Eyes quickly resting on the now, unblocked doorway. This was not here before. He dashed inside.
He knew where he was, the moment the sound hummed into his sensitive ears. The soft tune seemed soothing. Looking around his eyes fell upon a tiny figure. Rushing forward he kneeled down. Picking up her small frame, he rested her on his knee.
"Kagome?" He shook her lightly, she did not awaken. "Kagome?" He repeated. Reaching out with his free hand he dipped it into the cooling water beside him. "Hey." He gently cupped his wet hand onto her cheek. Tapping lightly. "Kagome." She finally stirred, but she only groaned, flinching away from his cold touch.
He sighed, she was still, only passed out. Did she sleep this whole time? How did she get here? A joyous laughter echoed through the room, cutting off his thoughts.
"Hello, Link." She welcomed.
"Great Fairy." He greeted. Looking down at the girl, in a silent question, asking; 'what happened?'
"Oh, yes, the girl." She spoke as if trying to remember. "She arrived here two moon's ago." She paused before speaking again. "She was on the brink of death." She stated. Link's eyes widened, in fear, and he looked down at the girl sleeping in his arms.
"Do you know what happened?" He asked.
"Her life energy was drained from her very being." Speaking knowingly. "Then, she slowly spent all her physical energy. Her body could not take the stress."
"Why did she come here?" He questioned.
"It seems that something called her here. It knew I would restore her back to full health and revive her dying body." She saw the anger in his eyes, as he looked down at the girl. "I know what your thinking… Ganon did not cause this." He snapped his head up, to look at her. "It was the Re-Dead." She confessed.
His face scrunched up, trying to remember. They did not fight any Re-Deads… Eyes widened as he suddenly remembered. When he first saw her?!
"That long ago!?" He yelled his thoughts, in shock.
"Yes." Answering him.
He looked slightly upset, looking at the female. Why did she not tell him? Why did she not say she was suffering, this whole time? Did she not trust him?
"She will awaken soon." She stated, breaking his thoughts. "Maybe she will answer your questions then? For now…" Pausing she looked at him sadly. "It would be best if you leave this place, if you moved her while she was awake, the heat will surely be painful." She motioned towards the water. "Cover her body and cloths in my cooling waters. That will protect her from the heat for a short time. Until you can get her to safety." She then vanished into the water's depths.
He took his glove off, using his teeth. Doing what he was told, he cupped the water in his hand and started to slowly pore it onto her body. Making sure to drench her clothes as much as he can, he then rubbed the water unto her pale flesh. She shivered, not liking the cooling water touching her skin.
He looked down, making sure he covered every inch of her. Seeing her clothes clinging to her form, made him blush, and turn away. Now was not the time to be ogling her. Placing his free hand under her knees, picking her up, he walked out of The Great Fairy Fountain.
Once he stepped into the volcano, she immediately stirred in his arms. Glancing down at the young female, he saw she was in slight discomfort, even with the cooling water upon her. He clamped down on the leather glove, wedged between his teeth. Positioning her on his upper arm, freeing one of his hands, he reached behind him and pulled out the hookshot.
The ladder, or the wooden ledge? The ladder led to the top of the mountain outside, the ledge was close to the entrance to the Goron City. He did not see any other option, not wanting to go outside, into the monster infested mountain, with her in his arms.
Firing the mechanism unto the broken ramp. It pulled them pass the small chasm, but he stayed hanging there with one arm. He grunted, heaving himself, and the woman in his arms, unto the top. Putting the hookshot away he placed his, bare hand, back under the female's knees. He walked into the back entrance to the Goron City.
Upon reaching Darunia's room, he looked down at the girl. She was completely dry, the water already evaporated, from the heat inside the volcano. Her body was warm and her face flushed. Looking back up he was surprised to see someone else in the room. It was Link, the Goron. He was looking at him with a smile on his face. The Goron waved when Link nodded in greeting. Link asked the kind Goron to move the pots from the small table. The Goron quickly did as he was asked, not minding one bit. He then left, rather quickly, leaving Link alone in the room. The Hylian, Placed the sleeping girl onto the hard, wooden structure, and sat down, on the floor, beside her.
Link, the Goron returned with a small stool for him to sit on. The blue eyed man smiled, and spoke his thanks, taking the small gift. He placed it near the table and sat down. It wasn't much of a change, from the floor, but it will have to do. Finally, taking the glove from his mouth, he placed it onto his lap, not wanting to put it on, just yet.
He just sat there, staring at the girl for the longest time. She stirred every now and then, only to mumble something and move her head. He watched as a lock of her raven hair fell down, and caressed her delegate face. Her nose scrunched up as it brushed across the appendage. Chuckling at the cute look, he reached up with his bare hand and moved it aside. She sighed as the annoying itching went away.
He smiled and placed his open hand on to hers. Enjoying the touch of his rough hand, against her soft ones. Brushing his thumb along her knuckles he herd her sigh again. He looked up at her face, and saw a blush slowly appear. He smirked.
"Inuyasha." She whispered, her blush deepened.
Quickly, he pulled his hand away. Who is this Inuyasha person? A friend? A lover perhaps? The thought sent a unknown feeling through him and he growled. Hearing a small whimper escape her small lips, he looked down. She was slightly trembling. For some reason, he could not calm his anger. So he put his glove back on, and left. Not wanting to scare her anymore.
The first thing, that came to her senses, was music. Drumming sounds thumped into her ears, it wasn't loud, but it was something she did not want to wake up to. She groaned, and opened her eyes. What greeted her was a beady-eyed, wide mouthed, brown skin demon, grinning at her.
"Hi!" It raised it's hand.
She screamed her lungs out, and slapped the attacking creature. It fell in the floor where it stood and stroked it's reddened cheek. She gawked at it, while rubbing her stinging hand. What was this thing made of? It felt like she hit a brick wall.
She heard quicken pace, of foot falls, dashing towards them, before Link burst into the room, sword drawn. His eyes whizzed around the room, before falling on her and the demon, he snorted. Placing his sword away before he walked over and kneeled down to her.
"You alright?" He asked, placing his hand on her shoulder.
She just nodded, having no idea what was going on. Looking around she realized she was in the same room as before. This time she was laying on top of a table. Was the demon about to eat her?! Her eyes widened. She was pulled from her thoughts, when she felt a hand engulf her own. Glancing up to see Link, he was examining her, slightly reddened, hand.
"That must have hurt. Goron's skin is tough as stone." He commented.
He then preceded to message her sore palm. The act made her blush, but she did not look away; Nor did she stop him. She stared at his face, which held slight concentration. His magical hand was caressing hers, in small circles. It felt so nice. Closing her eyes in delight, she sat there, enjoying the treatment. The smooth movements brushed across her muscles and made her hand tingle in slight pleasure. An unknown moan, escaped her parted lips, and her face heated up.
So wrapped up in the moment, she did not realized that the soft strokes stopped. Until she opened her eyes, and found Link standing next to the demon, making small talk. She blushed, and turned away, pulling her hand to her chest. How could she? She thought. She was practically putty in his hands. Why was she acting like this? The table's slight shaking, brought her out of her thoughts. The heavy creature was exiting the room, leaving Link and her alone.
He walked back over to her, and sat down near her legs, on the table. She looked up at him, only to see him smirk. Immediately she blushed and turned her head away, once more.
"You know." His deep voice pushed against her frame. "You shouldn't go around, slapping other people's friends." Her blushed deepened at his words.
"I-I'm sorry, I didn't know-" She tried to explain. A familiar rumble surrounded her. After it died down, it grew quiet in the small chamber.
"Why did you not tell me?" He suddenly spoke up. The question confused her and she looked up into crystal blue. "Why did you not tell me you were suffering this whole time?" His voice grew louder with each word. She knew then, what he was talking about.
"I did not want to bother you, with such trivial matters--" She filched, as he objected.
"Trivial!? Trivial-- You were in pain!" He snarled. She whimpered, closing her eyes shut. Preparing for more assaults. Hearing a sigh. "I'm sorry I yelled." She was surprised to hear him apologize. "It's just--" His voice was more softer now, more… caring. "It upsets me that you did not tell me you was hurt." She opened her eyes, just as he lifted her chin up, so she was looking at him. "Why? Why did you not tell me?" He asked again.
"I- I am use to feeling tired. Aches in my muscles, and pain in my joints, is nothing new to me." He still held her chin in a firm grip, so she looked down the corner of her eyes, avoiding his intense stare.
"It was more then just a little pain, you were about to die." He took a deep breath and let go of her chin. She was about to die? The pain was great, yes, but she did not feel as if she would die from it. "I found you, lying on the stone floor. The Great Fairy saved you just in time." So that's where the voice was leading her too. Was it the Fairy's power that called her? She did not know. "Can you stand?" A hand reached out in front of her face.
She followed the limb only to stop and stare into crystal blue. He was standing beside her now. When did it move? She placed her hand in his, then squeaked when her body was swiftly pulled onto his chest. He wrapped his free arm around her small waist holding her to him.
"You sure?" He sounded hesitant. "Cause I can carry you, if you can't" The muscles in his arm flexed, showing his strength.
That act alone, made her want to tell a fib. To tell him, no, she could not stand, she was to weak. But in fact, she was fine. She was more then fine, she felt great. Her body did not ache anymore, but it did not feel pleasure either. Though she was feeling warm at the moment, other then that, she felt like her old self again. Something she hasn't felt since she came to his world, it felt nice.
"Kagome?" Her name sounded so nice coming from his lips. She noted.
It felt like everything was so different, now that she wasn't in so much pain. She could feel everything around her, once again. She looked up, and met clear blue eyes. It feels like she's really, truly, seeing him for the first time.
Arms, wrapped around her, showing power and strength. She reached up, and through the thin, white, underlining shirt, felt the muscles. She then skimmed her fingers along his forearm and across his chest. His body, was so toned, yet lean. She raised her head and saw he was watching her every move, silently. She took the silence as his approval so she continued.
She moved up, and over his neck. She paused, over his rapidly beating pulse, before reaching up to his face. So handsome, she noticed. Running her fingers along his strong jaw line before going over his smooth cheeks. Her pale skin stood out against his slight tanned features. His Bright blue eyes Seemed to pop with life, against his now, dark red, shirt. As she moved to reach for them, he gently closed his blue orbs. Her fingers grazed his closed lids, and she smiled. She slowly lifted her hands, and ran them through his slick, blonde, hair. Before bringing them down. Her eyes finally resting upon his long, elegant ears. She was so intrigued by them, for they would twitch every so often, in beat with the music around them. Her hand gently touched them. She felt his body stiffen instantly.
She looked upon his face, it was calm and his eyes were still closed. So she continued. Her fingers slowly skimmed across the top, before stopping at the tip, then bringing it back. She continued to this motion, in a stroking manner. His arms tightened, pulling her closer to him. She felt his body shudder around her. Did this hurt him? She looked once again, upon his face. She was surprised by the hungry look, he was giving her. His eyes was half-open, and his face was slightly flushed.
"I suggest you stop what you're doing, right now." He voice was deep and husky. The sound sent prickles across her skin. "Unless you want me to pounce on you this very second." He purred, and licked his lips. "My ears…" He spoke. "Are very sensitive." confessing. Her hands flinched away, as if burnt. She pushed him and turned around, hiding her blushing face in her hands.
"I'm so sorry. I didn't mean it that way. I mean I was just-" She paused, what was she doing?
"I see you can stand on your own." He stated. "I'm glad. Now, we must leave. I want to try and make it before night fall." She blinked, as she watched him turn, and start to leave the room. Soon, she followed him. Only for him to come to a sudden stop, she almost ran into his back, but caught herself. "You left your weapon in the volcano. You should retrieve it, least we leave it behind." She blushed, embarrassed she forgot her own weapon.
Her necklace glowed green, before fading back to normal. She smiled at him, he just nodded and continued forward. Once they left the room she was surprised. They were inside of a city, buried underneath the ground. She looked around and saw more of the stone demons walking around, and talking.
"You are in the Goron City." Link answered her unasked question. "Where the Goron race, live here in peace. They're kind beings, so please…" He paused and looked at her. "Try to hold yourself back, from slapping anymore of them." She blushed and he laughed.
They walked up many flights of stairs, going towards the exit. As they walked, whenever they passed a Goron, they would stop, whatever they was doing, and wave in greeting to him, and thank Link for saving their lives. Did something happened that she didn't know about? Did she miss something while she was sleeping? Soon, they left through a large gate, and she sighed. Now would be a good time to ask him what happened.
"Link-" He interrupted her by picking her up bridle style. "Hey! What are you-" He dash forward and she wrapped her arms around his neck instinctively.
He jumped on top of a low fence then he jump over it and down a large, steep cliff. She screamed and clamped her eyes shut. Hearing a soft thud, she cracked open an eye. He landed safely on the ground. She sighed in relief. She was about to yell at him, to never do that again, when he rushed forward once more. She squeaked, and she heard him laugh, before they quickly arrived in the familiar town. Kakariko. She looked up at him, as he calmly walked through the town. Slightly kicking her legs, and gently slapping his chest, she ordered him to put her down.
"Hmm." He looked away as if thinking it through. "No, I don't think so." Easily rejecting. "I rather enjoy you, just the way you are. Kicking and screaming in my arms." He plainly told her. "It looks rather sexy." Bending down to her ear, he purred.
"W-Well, I don't!" Arguing, while a pretty pink stained her cheeks.
"To bad." He whispered, smirking against her neck.
She shivered. Crossing her arms over her chest, she huffed, trying to look mad. She could easy escape his hold, if she wanted to. But the fact was, she rather enjoyed being carried around. It made her feel special, but she would never tell him that. He laughed at her childish act and continued to walk through the village.
She soon relaxed in the mans arms. Putting her head on his shoulder she sighed, closing her eyes. His rhythmic heartbeat drummed into her ears and she purred in delight. She raised her hand, and felt the thump against her palm. She smiled.
She was never really held like this before, and it pleased her. All Inuyasha did was carry her on his back. Sighing sadly, at the thought of the half demon. Once again, she found herself thinking about them, her family, and friends. How she missed them. Yet, she started to find herself liking this world very much. More like she found a certain someone, distracting her from being so sad, about not seeing them. But he couldn't distract her forever, she found out. Her mind was now flooding with images of her long, lost, friends. She missed them all very much, even Jaken. She mentally snorted.
Soft splashes entered her mind, but she pushed the sound away, wanting to go back to her thoughts. She wanted to remember them, for just a little bit longer, though the thoughts made her sad. She remembered both happy times, and sad times. They always tried to cheer her up when she was down. Miroku would never learn his lessons, and Sango would have to beat him senseless. Inuyasha always arguing with her, when she wanted to go back home. Her little kit, Shippo, begging her to bring him more chocolates, when she returned.
She even found herself thinking about her strict master, Sesshomaru, with his ward Rin, and the annoying Jaken. Can she even be sure she will return? Will she ever see them again? She would be crushed if she could not. Not able to talk to them or laugh with them… She felt her feet softly touch the ground, breaking her saddened thoughts.
"I'm sorry." Link apologized. She looked up at him, confused. Seeing regret in his eyes. "I'm sorry that my embrace distressed you so."
He reached up, and brushed a warm liquid, away from her cheeks. She was slightly surprised, and raised her hand up to touch her face. Tears, flowed freely down and across her fingers. Out of reflex, she grabbed his hand, as he pulled it away from her.
"You're wrong." She quickly corrected him. "Its not you…" She tried to explain, letting go of his hand, and looked down. "I was thinking about home. My family, and friends. I miss them, greatly." Heavy tears welded up into her eyes, making her vision burry.
Strong arms wrapped around her small frame. She crumbled at the small, yet kind gesture, wrapping her arms around his waist. She cried. Crying all the sadness she was holding back this whole time. Soon his tunic was drenched in tears. She heard him whisper warm words into her hair. Feeling him rub small circles on her back. The act made her stiffen and she hissed, pushing him back. Shock was on his face, from the sudden outburst. She turned around, not wanting him to see the pain in her eyes.
"Please." She begged. "Do not touch me." Unconsciously she touched the top of her shoulder. "At least, not my back." She added. "It brings painful memories." She hugged herself softly, trying not to remember the darkness, that once surrounded her. She was surprised when he hugged her once again, from behind.
"I'm sorry." He whispered. "I did not mean you harm." She nodded.
"I know." She padded his hands before removing them from her person. "It's ok." She turned around and smiled up at him. "It happened long ago." She held his gloved hands, within hers. "So do not worry." She then started to walk forward, pulling him behind her. "Come on, don't we have some Sage's to awaken, or something?" He smiled at her and she grinned back.