A Journey Home
Quickly dismissing the messenger, Link decided it was best that he leave Epona behind at the port, and use his Ocarina to teleport back to the castle, only to find out that he didn't have it. Link believed that it was stolen from him sometime while he used to live in the Kokiri forest. Distressed from this thought he began to saddle up Epona when one of his crew, who happened to be Mido of the Kokiri, reminded him of the fairy Ocarina; a present from Saria 10 years ago. Link was surprised and joyful when he remembered that he chose not to get rid of it all those years ago. He began rummaging through his pocket, and bag of infinite space, not being able to find the object he desired. After about 20 minutes of rummaging through, he found his Ocarina and began playing the Prime of Royalty, a song that would take link into the throne room of Hyrule castle. Before leaving, he gave Mido charge of the whole company at the port, giving him the task of guiding everyone back home.
The court of Zelda looked just like anyone would have expected, beautiful and elegant. 6 long pillars each decorated in homage to their own sages. Off to the side of the grand hall, a Triforce pedestal stayed hidden from sight. A wisp of white light brought down Link from his teleportation, he walked through the halls worried about the war that may happen. Who would fight at a peaceful time like? What did they have against us? And why Hyrule castle look so empty at a time like this. Link was slightly baffled; no one was to be seen. He wandered round a few halls looking for any sign of life. Then it occurred to him, at a time of war, the Royal Family, along with all the members of the Royal Council would stay in the lower castle which was better guarded from an enemy invasion, if it were to happen. Link dashed down into the lower areas of the castle and immediately started to hear voices, it sounded like Zelda, and she was arguing?
Link turned the last few corners into the war room, only to be stopped by some Royal guards.
"Oh, excuse me Captain Link!" The guard saluted. "We did not expect you to arrive so quickly, forgive us."
Link only gave out a grunt as the guards let him through. He pushed open the door and was greeted by the look of 8 frustrated council members and one Princess Zelda.
"Link!" Zelda walked over to Link and gave him a quick hug. "You arrived quicker than we expected, how was your venture out at see?"
"We discovered a chain of islands and have already started creating an economy there."
"That is wonderful news. I expect everything should – "
"Sorry to be rude, but I don't think this is the right time to be discussing my ventures. I heard there was talk of a war possibly starting." Link interrupted curiosity getting the better of him. Zelda paused and gave a blank stare for a moment. She then regained her composure and walked over to her seat.
"I apologize for the delay. The council and I have been curious regarding your journey. But yes, there are far greater matters to be discussing right now." She sat down and looked quickly at a report laid out for her.