Okay are you ready to find out how the story will end? It has been a little while since I last updated but my studies must come first. I thank everyone who has stuck with me through this entire story. I have some comments that you should read at the end. For disclaimers please look at chapter one.

"The families had been wired the good news and where asked to visit later. Ten days after Zelda asked Link to marry her, just two days before Link's twenty-second birthday, Zelda stood in the Langley's living room wearing Malon's wedding dress and preparing to become Mrs. Link Taggart. Much to everyone's astonishment, she was not nervous. Her eyes were shining with peach and happiness, and she stood very still, trying not to wrinkle, while Malon and Lulu ran all over the house.

Link could have used some of her calm. He and Richard were at his house, and Richard had offered to take him to the church. The young groom was beside himself.

"I can't stop shaking," he admitted.

"Second thoughts?"
"No." He smiled and laughed a little. "None of that, just, I don't know…"

Richard smiled compassionately and decided that now was not the time to tell him his hair was on end. Once they got to the church, he would hand him a comb.

"What is she's having second thoughts?" Link suddenly asked Richard.

"I don't think she is," he said calmly. "I think she was ready to marry you weeks ago."
The arrested Link's attention like nothing else could.

"Why do you say that?"

"It's just something I've observed, Link. I'm no expert on women, but when a lady blushes ever time she's in your presence, there's something going on."

"But she doesn't do that."
"Not now, but a few weeks back, before she really got comfortable with you, she was beside herself to say the right thing every time."

Link nodded. He of course had seen some of this, but never the way Richard would have observed. Things always looked different when your own heart was involved. Link wanted to ask his friend what else he had noticed, as Richard was a very observant man. The conversation would have helped Link's nerves, but instead he started to pace again. There was less than an hour to go, and it felt like eternity.

(&)

"I don't want to wrinkle," Zelda told Ralph, Ralph tried not to laugh. She looked so serious and solemn all of a sudden then he was reminded of Malon on his own wedding day. Well, marriage wasn't something to be entered into lightly, so maybe serious wasn't so bad.

"Am I wrinkling?"
This time he had to laugh.

"What's so funny?"
"You. You're about to be married, but you're more concerned with your dress wrinkling."

Zelda grinned at herself. It did seem a little silly, and she told herself not to be vain.

"We'd better go or Malon will look back from Evan and Lulu's wagon and have heart failure."

"Has the dust settled?"
"Here we go again." Ralph's sigh was longsuffering and comical. "First it was wrinkles and now dust. I'm going to wish I'd sent you with them."
Zelda tried not to smile, but she couldn't pull it off. In the next few minutes Ralph had tucked her neatly into the buggy and moved them trough town. They didn't talk much, but he looked over at her several times. Seeing Malon's dress on her frame was a special treat for him. It looked better on Malon-she'd filled it out more-and it was fun to remember how lovely she had been on that day.

"I hope Link is there."
"You're doubting?"
"Well, not that he'll show up at all, just that he'll get there first. Are you certain I look all right?"
"You look wonderful."

"I'll try to believe that."
It was quiet for a few minutes. Zelda listened to the sounds around her.

"It's an overwhelming thing at times, Ralph," she told him softly. "I'll never see my husband's face or that faces of our children."

She had never talked about this before. Ralph was surprised and didn't comment.

"But it could be so much worse," she went on. "I could have been blind from birth, and then Malon's telling me the new dress fabric is blue wouldn't mean a thing. Do you see?"

"Yes. You've found things to be thankful for amid the difficulty."

"And it is difficult, Ralph, but not impossible. I had to make the choice to live with this, and of course you and Malon were a huge help in that, but I had choices to make so that God could make this bearable for me. My only worry is that I'll have a baby and someone will take her from me."

"No one is going to do that, Zelda. Why would they?"

"Because I can't take care of her without my sight."

"You don't know that. Look at the changes in you these last months. There isn't anything you can't do around the house."
"But she'll grow. What if she walks away from me and I can't find her?"

"We'll tie a bell onto her."

Ralph's voice and matter-of-fact solution was so amusing that she began to giggle. When Ralph said she was making her face all red, she laughed harder. They arrived at the church amid much silliness.

It was not a large wedding. The church family had been invited to a reception a week down the road, but today's gathering was small. The Langley's, Pastor Rauru, his wife, and Evan and Lulu, along with Richard, made the short guest list. Everyone was already inside when Ralph stopped the wagon and Richard came o tot lend a hand.

"Is Link here?" she wished to know.

"No," Richard teased her. "He jumped on the stage and ran for it."

"Oh, Richard, you have to stop," she told him with more giggles. "Ralph already said my face is read enough."

The rancher hustled her inside where Malon and Lulu were ready to make adjustments on her dress and to hand her over to Link. She had not wanted to walk up the aisle where she would have to grope about to find Link, so he was going to walk her up himself. When Malon and Lulu finally stepped back, Link, who had been watching all the proceedings with live-filled-eyes, came to her.

"Hi," he said softly. Zelda beamed.

"I made it."

"Yes; you look beautiful."

She smiled and said, "How do you look?"
Link chuckled. "My hair was on end, but it's better now."

Zelda put her hand on his chest. He covered it with his own, and leaned to kiss her cheek.

"Ready to become my wife?"
"Yes," she said a little too loudly, and they both laughed

Link turned her and started up the aisle. Zelda had not wanted music, and she'd asked everyone to stand for the ceremony. It was unlike anything any of them had ever done, but it was very special. The bride and groom stood opposite Pastor Rauru while the rest of the party stood to the side of them, forming a half circle around the clergyman.

It was not a long service, but serous and unique. Link and Zelda turned to each other and said the things that were on their minds. They wanted these special friends and family to witness theses vows and held them accountable.

"I love you, Link," Zelda began, her voice soft. "Before God and these dear friends, I promise to put your needs ahead of my own. I can't see your eyes, Link-not today or ever-but I put my trust in you that you will always tell me what's in you heart. I know God had prepared me for this day, and although I know there will be adjustments, I vow to you from this day forward that I will strive to be the wife you need."
"I love you, Zelda," Link began just after Zelda finished. "I vow before God and the ones gathered here that I will be the leader of your home the way God would have me to be. I promise to be there for you, Zelda, and also to tell what's in my heart every day of our lives. I praise God that He brought us to this place. I know He will show us how to serve Him better."

"It doesn't matter today that you can't see me and it's not going to matter tomorrow. I will always love you, Zelda, and cherish your love for me as a rare and precious gift."
Even before the pastor could pronounce them husband and wife, Link leaned forward and tenderly kissed the woman he loved.

Malon bawled her way through the proceedings, and even Ralph was overcome a few times. All in all, it didn't take every long; there was much laughter and taking as they all filed from the church to head for the Langley's for a special dinner.
Out at the wagons, Link helped his bride become comfortable. Ralph was going to ride with Richard in order to give Zelda and Link some time alone. Malon went ahead to Lulu and Evan. Pastor and Mrs. Rauru were on their way as well.

The two men had just come to Richard's wagon when three girls, looking to be around 14, passed by. That they found the big rancher good-looking was more than obvious, and as the man climbed abroad the seat, they shared a smile.

"You get stared at by a lot of women, Richard," Ralph suddenly commented.

"Do I?"

"Yes. I just never realized it before now. Maybe it's time you get married," Ralph teased him.

Richard, who had raised the reins, went very still. He forced himself to turn and look at Ralph, who looked right back.

"I'm already married, Ralph. I'm sorry I never told you before."
The banker stared at him. "You're married?"

"Yes."

Ralph was silent for a full 30 seconds.
"Where is your wife?"
"I don't know," was the pained reply, and Ralph only nodded. "Maybe someday I can tell you about it."
"Sure." Ralph's vice was kind. "Whenever you want to or don't want to Richard."
Richard thanked him and slapped the reins. Ralph was a good friend, and Richard felt relief at having finally told him. Maybe someday it could all come out, but not now. Now he needed to go and help Link and Zelda celebrate and get off to a good start. His prayers were that their marriage would e far different hand his own.

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"Okay, do you remember where everything is?"
"I think so," Zelda told her husband, who had just shown her around their bedroom.

"Would you like a few minutes alone?"
"Yes."
Link turned to leave, but Zelda's voice, a little uncertain, stopped him. "Are you going far?"
"No. I'll be right outside the door. When you call, I'll come back."
Zelda smiled. "All right. And my gown…it's here?"
"Yes. Right over the footboard."
Zelda smiled again and this time didn't call him back. She was married. She was married to Link. Her Link. It was just too wonderful to be tour. With hands that shook just a little, she began to undress. She laid her clothing very carefully on the chair and slipped into her new white nightgown. It lacey and soft and Zelda check the buttons twice to see if she'd matched them all up.

"Link," she said softly and stood very still by the edge of the bed.

"All set?" His head came back in the door.

Zelda moved her hands nervously down the front of her gown.

"Malon made me a new nightgown; is it pretty?"
"Oh, yes," Link breathed the words and came to her. He kissed her brow and because it was on of their favorite things and held her close.

"Did you know, Link? Did you know it would be this special?"
"I don't think I could have imagined this," he admitted to her. "I love you, Zelda."
She raised her face for his kiss and moved her hands over his back. He was finally hers. She could "see" him all she wanted.

There was no weeding trip because Link had to be at the schoolhouse on Monday morning, but it didn't matter. They spent Sunday alone, talking, cooking, touching, and learning more than they had ever known before. It was the beginning of tow live joined at the heart and settled in for a lifetime of love.

Fin

And there we have it 40 chapters complete. And it took about seven months, wow now that I am done with this story I think I will work on a fan fiction for kingdom hearts. It will also be a Lori Wick based book.

And now the Epilogue chapter:

Spring 1877

Lulu poked her head out the bedroom door. "Come in, Ralph; you have a son."

The woman's voice was so calm. How could she be this calm? It had felt like years since Malon's pains began. He'd been pacing the hallway for hours, and now he had a son. He walked into their bedroom as if in slow motion. Lulu passed him on her way out, but he never saw her. Malon's eyes were closed, and lying in the crook or her arm was a bundle of blankets. He started at the unmoving bundle until he realized Malon's eyes had opened and she was watching him. Ralph smiled at her.

"Hi."
"Hi, yourself," she said with a weary smile of her own. "We have a son."
"Lulu told me. How are you?"
"Sore."

Ralph grinned. Their voices were both very hushed. "Can I see him?"
"Yes, but I feel too tired to move."
Ralph's long-fingered hand came out, and he shifted the blanket aside until a tiny, sleeping face peeked out. Malon had been holding on very nicely, but when she saw her husband's tears, her own fell. They sat together, Ralph closed ht her side and holding there son, drinking in his tiny features and limbs. He was a wonder to them, and all they could do was marvel.

"I need to see my sister," Malon suddenly said. "I need to see Zelda."

"Okay."

Lulu knocked at that moment, and Ralph called for her to come in.

"Zelda and Link are downstairs. I did not tell them, but said she needed to see you."
"Send them up," Ralph said with a smile and opened the door wide. He took himself not to make a sound.

"Malon?" Zelda's voice finally called from the upstairs hall.

"In the bedroom, Zelda."

"Hi," she spoke when she came in the room. "I hope this isn't a bad time, but I need to show you something."
"Come on in."
On those words, Zelda knew something was different. She stopped a few feet inside the door, a scrap of lace hanging from her hand.

"Are you lying down, Malon?"

"Yes."

Zelda stood frozen, and then her hand flew to her throat. "The baby," she gaped. "The baby's coming. Are you in pain? We'll get Ralph. Link-I've got to get Link!" Her hands were already reaching to find the door.

"Zelda." Malon's voice checked her sister's flight. "He's here. I had a baby boy just a few minutes ago."

"Malon; oh, Malon." Zelda hands were outstretched as she tried to find the bed. She started when Ralph touched her, but forgot all about it when she sat by Malon and a tiny bundle was placed in her arms.

"Oh, my darling," she spoke as she cuddled the infant under her chin for just a moment. "Oh, my little darling, you're here. You're finally here."
With slow movement and a gentle touch, Zelda laid the baby carefully in her lap. Ralph and Malon looked on as Zelda "saw" her nephew for the first time. Link came in the door while she was still unwrapping him, and Ralph motioned him in. He grinned at the new mother and father before going to his wife's side and looking on in the same sort of wonder.

Zelda started with his head, her hands and fingers gently caressing the soft, downy hair and scalp. With feather light movements she touched his facial features, the small nose and brows. Her hands moved down his arms to his tiny fingers and eventually down his legs to his toes. He didn't like his toes touched. A small fuss ensued, and then a louder cry came forth.

"It's all right," she coaxed him. "Aunt Zelda has you." With expert movements she rewrapped him and put him to her shoulder, kissing his silky temple. She bounced him gently and rubbed his back. Malon and Ralph exchanged a look that clearly said, She was worried about having her own, but she's so relaxed and capable.

Link finally spoke. "He's so tiny. I can't believe how small he is."

"Here, Link," his wife offered, having know he'd arrived by the smell of his shaving soap. "Would you like to hold him?"

"I don't think so," he said, making everyone laugh.

Malon was looking a bit uncomfortable, and Ralph came forward to help her shift around in bed. Zelda stood, and with the baby still tucked close, she found the chair and sat down. Link came close once again, this time to stare at him over her shoulder.

"What did you name him?" Link asked.

"We haven't really had time to do that," Ralph told him good-naturedly.

Link's brows rose. He bent over his wife and gently took the baby from her arms. "I think," he said with quiet conviction, "that we'll see how Lulu's doing and check back with you in a little while."

Ralph took the baby, thanking him with his eyes, and Zelda stood to leave with her husband. They were halfway down the stairs when she said, "I didn't even say congratulations."

"That's all right. I think they could tell you were delighted."

"He's perfect, isn't he, Link?"

"Yes. So small and perfect."

"I want a baby, Link."
"I know you do. It'll happen." He suddenly kissed her. "We'll just keep trying."

Zelda smiled with pleasure.

"I can't believe we were here to see him when he was so tiny and new," Link said as they moved past the living room.

"Isn't it fun? I just wanted to ask Malon about that lace pattern."

Zelda was quiet for a few steps. "God had been doing that often these days."
"What's that?"
"Giving me little surprises and blessings. Your folks' visit was so special, and Aryll's fiancé, Vaati, is wonderful."

"I wouldn't be too surprised if your parents come on the scene pretty soon. A first grandchild is a big draw."

"Wouldn't that be fun? I hope they come."

Husband and wife had wandered onto the porch and now took a seat on the stone bench. The evenings were still cool, and they snuggled together, Link's arm around his beloved.

"I think I like being married to you, Mrs. Taggart," he said as he laid his head against hers.

Zelda smiled. "I rather like it myself. How was school today?

And with that they talked. It was Link's favorite part of the relationship. She was always ready to listen to him. The companionship they shared was more than he ever dreamed it could be, and they never ran out of things to say.

A goat bounded across the road in front to them, and as had become the norm, he described it to her. The sun set while they sat on the porch, and he described that too. He never tired of telling her about their world or what was in his heart. They ended each day in bed with the lantern turned high and Link reading from the Bible or a good book that he had on his shelf. Their world was a wonderful place, but neither one felt content to remain as they were. They prayed every day for change, even if it meant testing, and the results were coming forth like the sunset, pure gold.

"I thing we should wait until tomorrow to visit again, don't you? They need some time alone with their baby."

"Yes." As much as she would have liked to hold him again, Zelda agreed. "I'd like to go home now, Link."

"I'll be right back with you."

He went to tell Lulu they were leaving and joined his wife in the small wagon they had purchased just that month. As Zelda's body lurched with the sudden movement of the horse, she clasped Link's arm tenderly against her and thought, as she often did, that the best was yet to come.

The End

Ok now the results of the pool: well surprisingly it was a tie 3 for a boy and 3 for a girl. The names that were suggesting were: Will, Elliot Ralph Bibin, Rose, Lily, Zelda, Link, and Sarah Marie Langley.

The original story did not include the baby's name so you get to pick.

I picked Vaati for Aryll's fiancé just because I didn't use him in the story so far and I needed and ending character.

There is a sequel to this book but I will not be writing it. Mainly because Link and Zelda are not the main charters in it, the story is more focused on there children especially there daughter.

I would like to personally thank everyone that read this story, the story meant a lot to me and I hope it meant something to you as well. I would list all the names for everyone that responded but that would take too long. As I said before I will be taking a break from that Legend of Zelda fan fictions and work on Kingdom Hearts next.

I have an idea for an original story for legend of Zelda but I don't know when I will start working on that.

Until next time thank you and please read and respond.