So here it is chapter three! So I figured that I would try to upload at least once every week. But in a couple a weeks I won't be able to upload so yeah. Also remember that SS Link is right-handed. And tell me if I distinguish Link Sr. and Jr. well enough. Anyway, on with the story!

Chapter 3

The voyage

After hours of swordplay with his son, the hero made his way up to his bedroom, where his queen layed, sound asleep. He slipped into bed, trying not to wake up his wife, but of course failed.

-So, how was practice? she asked sleepily.

-He's getting good Zelda, really good, he answered, proud.

-Well for a master swordsman like yourself, it must have been easy teaching him, she said teasingly.

-You do remember that you're son is left-handed, right? he asked playfully.

-Yeah?

-Well he had to learn everything while inverting all my movements.

-Okay.

They layed there silent for a couple of minutes. Then Zelda asked...

-So... do you think he's ready?

-I believe so, my love, he said grinning.

-I worry so much about you two...

-And you worry for no reason. You've always been that way, he said playfully.

-Yeah and last time we went on a journey, it was to kill the Demon King, but I worry for no reason, she said. Link, realising the truth in Zelda words, didn't answer immediately.

-Well, we got through it didn't we? And anyway, he's gone, what are the chances of there being something else out there like him?

-I... I guess you're right, she admitted.

-I'm always right, he said. He then started tickling her.

-Stop, stop it, Link stop, she shrieked in laughter. He did.

-We should get some sleep. After all, it's Link's birthday party tomorrow, she reminded him.

-Don't have to ask me twice, he said as he wrapped his arms around his wife. Zelda's worries faded in an instant as she fell soundly asleep.

The next morning, Zelda and her son woke up early to make preparations for the party. Since it was the prince's party, all of the townsfolk would be there.

Link ran up to his father's room. Of course, he was still sleeping, as always.

-Hey dad! Wake up! The party is starting in ten minutes!

He ran back to the ball room. He had to prepare for his welcoming speech. He hated doing speeches, but it had to be done out of respect. By eleven, everyone was there. His parents sat in their thrones. He stood up to say his speech.

-Dear people of Hyrule. I thank you all for coming here today. It is heartwarming and I have not the words to thank you all rightfully. As you are here today, I would like to be your friend, your allie. You need not to address me as your prince, as royalty. Today and for always, I am your friend. Now let the party BEGIN!

A booming roar rose from the crowd. They loved their prince. They were proud of him. For hours, everyone danced and laughed. Link received comments like`` Happy birthday Link!``, some semi-serious jokes like`` Hey, my daughter is available for mariage``. The feast was around 3 p.m. At 5 p.m, it was the gift opening. The first gift was from Groose and Link's grandfather.

-Your grandfather and I worked our butts off to get this finished in time. You'd best like it, he said playfully.

What Link found inside the chest was a sturdy shield that looked like an altered version of his father's Hylian shield. He was overjoyed.

-Uncle Groose, grandpa, thank you, he said while giving them each a big hug.

The rest of the gifts were little things like ornaments, clothing. The last gift was from Link's parents. The crowd, waiting, wondered if something was wrong when the hero rose from his throne and cleared his throat.

-Ever since Link was a little boy, he's been bugging to come on an adventure alongside me. Well, dear people of Hyrule, I believe that the time has come for this adventure to unfold. Zelda and myself believe that Link is now mature and strong enough. Heck, he rivals my skill with a blade. We will be leaving tomorrow in search of new land for Hyrule.

A loud round of applause rose from the crowd. Then every Hyrulian said a personal goodbye to the royal family.

When everyone was gone, the hero then brought his son to a secret chamber under the castle. He handed him a large chest. Link just stood there, dumbfounded.

-Well are you going to open it? the hero asked while laughing. Inside the chest was a thicker, more heroic looking version of the tunic that he was wearing. Underneath that was a chain mail vest, leather gloves and warrior boots.

-I'm pretty sure I know what your answer is, but do you want the matching hat? the hero asked.

-I think I'll stay away from the cheesy hat dad, he responded, thank's dad.

-Don't thank me, you're mother made all of this, he said as he was moving out-of-the-way to reveal Zelda standing in the corner, smiling.

-Do you like it? she asked.

-I love it, thank you mom, he said as he ran up to give her a big hug.

-Okay, okay, she said laughing, now, put everything on, sword and all, then stop by Malona's house, she told me that she had something for you.

Link did just so. He felt like a hero. He was really exited for the adventure! He then hurried to Malona's house since it was probably the last time for a while that he would see her.

Once there, Malona's face brightened up as she invited him inside. They drank tea for a while, remembering their childhood stories. They couldn't help but smile at the memories. Malona excused herself then left the table for a couple of moments. When she returned, she had a package in her hand a package in her hand. She had made Link a sturdy leather bracer, custom for his left arm.

-Malona, thank you, he said, giving her a hug.

-That's not it, now close you're eyes, she said. And he did just so. He waited patiently, until he felt a pinch on on his left ear lobe. He opened his eyes and saw Malona with a needle in her hand.

-WHAT the... what did you do to my ear? he asked, utterly surprised.

-I pierced it silly, now put this on.

She handed to him a sky blue earring, identical to the one she had on her right ear. As she did so, she explained why she gave him this.

- These earrings are relics that have been passed on for centuries in my family. With these, we'll be able to comunicate while you're gone. Isn't it wonderful?

He nodded in agreement. He promised to take care of it.

-I know you will, she said.

They had another tea before he went back to the castle. He gave her a long, parting hug before heading back.

The next day, every Hyrulian was outside, watching their hero and prince leave. Link was riding Epona, a horse that he had brought up himself after finding her wounded, wandering outside the village. They now shared a strong bond. He only had to whistle and his loyal steed would show up in no time. While leaving, he spotted Malona, who was pointing at her earring. He simply smiled and pointed at his, which made her face light up. Then they finally left. He was going on an adventure, finally.

So here it is. Did you like it? Tell me in the reviews. And a shout-out to MiniJen. She inspired me to write. Go read her stories, they know how to hit you in the feels. Bye. :)