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Soul's Eternal Darkness

Her hair was a deep firey red. Her eyes an icey blue. High cheek bones, and pursed lips that matched the color of her hair. Jewled earrings hung to her earlobs, a golden crown upon her head. Her dark skin reflected the fires on the torches as her long nails tapped against the arm of her throne. She was listening to her messanger as he brought her news from the far away lands. She rolled her eyes at the mentioning of Midgar, her city Mal. The something caught her attention.

" Wait...did you say Hyrule? "

" Yes ma'am. Seems there is a tournament about to take place very soon to test the strength of possible canadits to fight in the Princess's battle. I'm afraid her hero of time will not be enough to stop them ".

" Good...then did he...? "

" He check in, yes ".

" Excellent...oh...what of those imbeciles that were banished? "

" Seperated and very far away from one another. The girl I believe was able to be submitted into memory loss ".

" And the boy? "

" Not quite sure. He had a strong mind...but I'm sure all is fine Queen Arch Mors " the servant bowed. Arch's eyes narrowed and waved him away.

" Lets just hope your right...I don't need them around trying to stop me...now...do come in Ganondorf dear ".

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A pair of dark red eyes scanned the castle hallways as footsteps echoed off the stone walls. Silver hair tied in a tight bun behind her, Impa made her way to Zelda's chambers. Sighing she finally reached the door before lightly knocking and opening it. Zelda was still sitting on her bed, speaking to Link in a low voice before looking up and gracing Impa with a smile. Impa smiled back with as much sweetness she could offer.

" Your father is still waiting for you to meet your suitor ". Zelda cursed inwardly, she was hoping she could accidentally forget the suitor was there, and her father would let it go. But she couldn't turn down Impa, Impa could get in trouble for that. Biting her lower lip, she had Link escort her to whoever this guy was. It was obvious that he was twenty two of age, nice going dad. Get a guy who is at an age where all thats on his mind is sex...wait...that was any age past thirteen. She looked up at Link for a split second before trying to suppress a snicker, she wouldn't ask if it were true. The man had dark brown hair and dark brown eyes. He had a slight build, but not as much as Link, who was only nineteen. Link smirked, he had been working out since he was what? Five? Six even? He didn't speak, but instead placed his hands behind his back before holding onto his wrists.

" My my, Princess...you are even more beautiful in person " the man extended his hand and grabbed her's before lightly kissing her knuckle. Link's eyes narrowed as a churning feeling erupted in his stomach. Either he was about to be sick, or it was the feeling of jealousy...maybe both. Impa soon came around the corner.

" Your Majesty...we have...contestants for our special Tournament " Impa bowed, but Link saw the scowl that formed on her lips.

" Tournament? Splendid. Mind if I watch with you Princess? Oh Sink I bet you'll do well " he said with a false smile.

" My name is Link " Link corrected, trying to bite back the growl rising to his throat. The man laughed.

" Ah yes...Link...my mistake ".

" I believe you haven't quite introduced yourself " Link responded sarcastically.

" Oh but of course...my name is Raizen...I am from the City of Mal ".

" I asked your name, not where your from " Link mumbled darkly.

" Excuse? "

" Nothing...come...lets go greet our visitors " he replied with the same sickly false cheeryness.

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Cloud balled his fist before lightly tapping his knuckle on the stone wall, listening to it echoe. Tifa slapped his shoulder lightly.

" Knock it off " Tifa wasn't one for exploring other peoples houses. It was an invasion of privacy. He stopped and let his arm drop to his side before looking up as footsteps greeted his ears. He blinked a few times and was nudged by Tifa as if to say " try not to stare ". How could he not! Their ears were huge! He averted his eyes away from them as Link caught his eyes, anger still flooding them. Cloud scratched his head before smiling and holding out his hand to greet them.

" Hi!...Umm...I'm Cloud...here for the Tournament...This here is Tifa...where do we ugh...oh fuck. I can't take it anymore...why are your ears so large? " Cloud crossed his arms and stared straight into Link's blue orbs. The anger from his eyes disappeared and was replaced with humor. He smirked.

" I'm an elf...thats why. Meaning, I can hear your very thoughts " Link crossed his arms, causing Cloud to smile.

" Guess I need not think so loud...gonna tell me your name elf boy? "

" Name's Link...don't call me elf boy ". Cloud snickered but was suddenly shoved off his feet as Tifa pushed past him and shook hands with Link.

" Tifa...very nice to meet you Link. And you must be Princess Zelda " Tifa bowed before gracing her with a smile. Zelda smiled and curtsey back.

" Well now...shall I explain the rules? "

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" Why won't you fuckers just die! " James hissed as he parried an attack from a random bandit. His right arm was beginning to burn profusely, trying to take control over him. He bit back another hiss.

' Not yet...no...not yet ' he begged and tried to ease the pain.

" Your starting to slow buddy! We're gonna get you now! " the leader of them laughed.

" This is not very fair you know! Out numbering me, and gaining up on me...haven't eatten in three fucking days... " James mumbled more to himself than to his foes. He sliced one of the on coming bandits in half, letting him hit the ground with a ' plop '. His eyes narrowed as they began turning a beastly red as he focused on a few more members, before ' dis'- membering them. He sighed contently once they fell, leaving only a few left. Guess they didn't get scared easily, cause they kept coming. He growled before swiping fast, missing three out of the five that came at him. The other two...not so lucky. He got ready to swing his blades again, but three arrows shot from the trees, successfully nailing the bandits right between the eyes. James looked around, as well did the remaining eight bandits.

" The bastard brought back up, we'll have to take them out to " the leader spoke.

" Sir! But where would we attack? " one bandit asked.

" DOESN'T MATTER! JUST START SLICING AT TREE BRANCHES! " the leader screamed. James looked around wildly, trying to see just who exactly was helping and how many there were. One more arrow shot out and hit the leader in the chest, not enough to kill him, but enough to slow him down. James stared at the arrow, his eyebrows furrowing in confusion. Was that arrow...ticking? It sounded like magic work pulsing on the inside.

" Get down " someone grabbed his left arm and pulled him behind a tree and to the ground. The arrow suddenly exploded into thousands of tiny needles, shredding the bandits from where they stood. After the last body fell to the floor, James looked to find the very person who had helped him leaning against the tree. She had silver hair tied behind her in a ribbon, with bright blue eyes. She had a small hour glass frame, bow strapped onto her back, quiver on her hip. She had high cheekbones and normal lips. She wore a tunic that went to her hips and high string laced boots with heels. She had long black pants, the ends tucked into the boots. She held a fierce gaze as she scouted out the rest of the woods. James continued to stare, making her tilt her head down and glare back at him.

" What! " she asked icely. James shook his head, she looked so very familiar.

" Nothing...thanks for ugh... "

" Saving you? "

" Helping me...I wasn't quite in grave peril " he took the hand she offered to get to his feet. He continued to stare at her, causing her to get snippy.

" What the fuck are you looking at? "

" Nothing...guess your not used to being stared at " James shrugged.

" I don't think I should be " she hissed. He put his hands up in defense, showing her that he was unarmed.

" Whats your name? "

" Whoa whoa buddy. Its dinner first, then a name " she laughed sarcasticly. James's lips tugged to the side, guess she wasn't used to being very nice. She was silent after a moment then spoke.

" How bout this. You escort me to Hyrule Castle for this so called Tournament and I shall give you my name. In equal trade, I will wait to hear your's " tugging on her bow she began walking down the dirt path. James jogged back to her side.

" Can we rest first though? I really need a break "

" Been that rough for you already huh?...this is going to be one long walk to the castle. You better be able to use more energy after we rest for a bit ".

A/N: And so starts my part of this story. I'm pulling my own weight, I swear. Yes, my character is going to be a bit bitchy, but you can't blame her. I don't...I mean, she doesn't trust people very well. Review peeps.

Alchemypoetry