YAYYYYYYY! Chapter two! I'm so excited! I'm going to make a small change as to the layout of the story. I'm going to put, in parentheses, at the top of a new character pov, whose character pov it is. Oh and I put a (1) next to a character name in the last chapter and forgot to give you the rundown, at the end, of what it meant. The name it was next to was Uli, Uli is Colin's mother. Hope that clears that up for you. As always please review and enjoy.
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Chapter Two: Once Again Into the Fray.
(Link's Pov)
"Songbirds… I don't really think that people realize the true beauty or significance of songbirds. Why I remember a time, during my adventures to save Hyrule, where I used the songbirds as an alarm for when bokoblins were near. If one was close, a songbird would give a frantic, low call to warn other birds, also warning me." I whispered to my quaint companion.
I was currently reveling in my memories. I was lying in the crook of two big branches, in an Oakwood tree, within the Faron Woods. Out of nowhere this small, brave, peculiar, little songbird, a yellow one that I couldn't quite put a name to, flew down and started lounging atop my leg while listening, well it seemed to be listening, to me tell a few small tales of mine.
I found it quite comforting really, to let a few secrets of my adventures out to someone I knew wouldn't tell anyone else. Well I could talk to Renado; however he always seemed to be occupied with the mining business alongside the gorons. Then there was always Zelda, but then she as well seemed to be occupied with… well, royalty business. So instead I took comfort in the company of this tiny, innocent little songbird.
(Zelda's Pov)
Like a beehive was this castle busy. Like the consistent buzzing of bees did the chatter of the people within the palace walls imitate. Lords and Ladies from kingdoms elsewhere had all arrived at the castle to give there congratulations on Hyrule finally being completely up and running again after Gannon's attack… and to suck up to the other royalties around. It was such a menial task to have to wander around the gathering hall and strike up petty small talk with the other princesses and allow the princes to bend knee and place a kiss upon the back of my hand, menial indeed.
I strode over to a window on the far side of the room. 'I desire to be there.' I thought to myself as I gazed longingly at the Faron Woods. The last time I was there was with link. We journeyed there to speak with the light spirits Faron and Ordona. I wished we could do so again. I may be a princess but that doesn't mean I wish to live my life holding court, chatting, and sipping tea in the garden. No, I wanted to be free. To go where I please, kick of my shoes, hike my skirts up and just run. The only time I ever got that, was with Link.
I will not try to conceal my feelings for him. Yes, over the time I have known the man; I have grown feelings for him, feelings stronger than that of just friendship. But, it was a love destined for sorrow. I could not pursue a relationship with him. After all I am the Princess of Hyrule, rightful ruler of this kingdom. I couldn't waste my time throwing myself at a country man. Even if we started the relationship it would go nowhere. I am a princess and princesses do not love anything lower than themselves… "Then why do I feel this way?"
Sighing I turned away from the window. I returned to the crowd, mingling. Suddenly loud horns were heard from the entryway. The steward clicked his golden staff, his sign of occupation, against the marble flooring and waited for everyone's attention. "May I present, Gladious, great King of Atlem!"
'Well…' I thought to myself. 'This is bound to be interesting.'
(Link's Pov)
"If you aren't careful you're going to hurt yourself!" I scolded Colin as he tripped on a rock, wooden practice sword in hand. Upon arriving home to Ordon Village, my first time after Gannondorf's defeat, Colin had strode up to me and bravely claimed that he'd be receiving sword training from me. Of course he then broke down his manly façade and pleaded for the lessons. I told him I'd gladly give him the lessons, no matter how he asked me. I was a little worried that Rusl may feel sad that his son had not asked him, but Rusl insisted that I teach Colin. It had been a few years since that day and Colin had grown considerably. He was taller, broader in muscle, and had more mature looking features. Other than that he was still pretty much the same old Colin.
"Awwww, I'm sorry Link. I just can't seem to get it right!" Colin lowered his head and looked at the rocky ground upon which he sat. I kneeled down next to him and placed a hand on his shoulder.
"Colin, look at me." I waited for the boy's head to rise before continuing on. I wanted to make sure he got this in his head. "Sure you may not get it the first try. That doesn't mean you won't get it after a little more practice. I had trouble with while I was learning too, everyone does. It's nothing to be ashamed of, the exact opposite in fact. You told me that you wanted to learn the way of the sword to protect those you care about, yes? So actually you're doing one of the most courageous things a man can do. One day you may need to use your skills, and when that day comes you will protect those you love, just like you told me you would. So don't give up, never give up." I placed the wooden sword, which had slipped out of his hands as he fell, back into them. "All you need is a little more practice." I gave him a smile and felt relief as one of his own graced his features.
Soon after my little pep talk Colin had "magically" gotten the move right for the first time. I figured that was a good point to end our lesson. Leave off on a good point, besides, it was getting late anyways. I returned to my cozy tree home and lit a fire under the kettle. I tossed some water into the pot, sat down on a pillow on the floor, with my favorite book, Tales of a Skull Kid, and waited for the water to boil.
(Author's Note:)
Well, there it was guys. I know it was kind of slow again. This chapter is mainly just to set up the huge main plot that really starts going in the next chapter, you can probably tell considering Gladious, the big bad guy, in terms of what my little cousin calls the main antagonist, entered the picture in this chapter. Well anyways, I hoped you enjoyed it! Stay Tuned! Next chapter will be up next Sunday! Thanks!
Dova Out.