Leaving Ordon Village is something I wasn't planning to do for a while. Even though it's been four years, It's still too soon.

I sighed as I opened the bridge that leads out of Ordon, and into the Faron Woods.

"Hopefully I won't run into anything worth killing..." I mumbled to myself.

I gave Epona a pat on the back, got back on her and headed for the woods.

I haven't been past the Ordon Spring in years... but the woods haven't changed much since the last time I came through here.

Luckily, the road to Hyrule is just to the left of the Forest. I turned Epona towards Hyrule road, and come to find Coro in the same place he always is.

"Link!" Coro jumped up and exclaimed.

I smiled, and waved slightly.

"It's been a while since I've seen you round' these parts," he said to me. "What brings you here?"

I dug through my pack and grabbed my lantern. I might as well get some while I'm here.

I handed out the lantern oil, sheepishly. "Just need some refilling before I head to Hyrule Castle."

Coro looked puzzled. "Hyrule Castle?"

"Don't worry," I reassured him. "Just delivering a package. It's not like the worlds ending again or anything..."

Coro chuckled at my sarcasm. "Oh Link, as humorous as always!"

… Even though I wasn't meaning to be funny. Okay. I just smiled.

While Coro filled my lantern up, I got off Epona and looked around. Coro sure did a lot with this place. His cabin looks bigger.

"Okay then," Coro turned to me, putting the top back on my lantern. "Filled it to the top! It should last for a while before you need to come back."

I smiled at him, and took it. "Thanks Coro, it's always a pleasure to see you."

"Good luck with your delivery."

"Thanks."

I hopped on Epona, and took the road. As I came out of the woods, and see Hyrule Field in the distance, I sighed heavily. It's not like I hate being here. There have been some good memories, even though the bad definitely over powers it.

It seemed like all the Bokoblin that claimed this Field have gone... not that I expected them to be here. I hope I make it to Castle Town by afternoon, I need to get back to the village in time to pick Ilia up.

I reached Castle Town at the time I expected to. Thank the gods. I put Epona in one of the horse stalls near the entrance, paid the man with some rupees to take her, and headed from Hyrule Castle.

Many familiar faces greeted me with happiness, hugs, and stories of what's been going on around town lately. I smiled and acted like I enjoyed them all, but truth be told I wasn't expecting a story worth enjoying. As I reached the entrance to the Castle I was greeted by two Guards.

"Do you have business here?" One of them asked me.

I nodded, and handed them the letter Rusl gave me. "I am here to deliver a special package to Princess Zelda herself. The letter explains everything."

The guard skimmed over the letter carefully. Looked at the other guard, and nodded. "You may enter, Link of Ordon Village."

I smiled as a sign of thanks, and entered the Castle, package in my hand.

I looked upon the castle where I encountered my foe. Memories begin to flush through my head. Though nothing has changed, I could feel Ganon's presence still lingering in the air. Even though I destroyed him, it's as if his soul resided in the Castle he always wanted.

"Well, if it isn't the young Hero who saved my beloved Kingdom of Hyrule."

Zelda...

I smirked. "Young? We are the same age girl."

She just looked at me. "Do not speak to me as though you know me, Hero. I am still your princess."

A winked at her. "I'm just playing, have you never had any fun in your life?"

"Ruling is what I do, it's fun to me. And I love it." She replied.

"You should really think about getting out more often, I could show you a good time." I smirked at her.

I could see her blushing slightly, but I couldn't tell if it's rage or embarrassment. Probably rage. Zelda was very high-maintenance.

"You have the package I asked for?" She changed the subject.

I handed it to her. "Of course, Princess."

She took it from my gently. "I thank you for coming so far to give this to me. I imagine that coming back here has brought back many unpleasant memories."

I shrugged. "It's not a big deal. It's good to see you again, after four years of not seeing you."

She nodded, facing the package. "It has been a long time since we have encountered each other. I am thankful that we are seeing each other now under better circumstances."

I smiled. "I am too, Princess."

She smiled at me, placing the package on a nearby table and came towards me slowly.

"I owe my own life to you, Hero." She hugged me gently.

Her touch amazed me, and the smell of her hair made me shiver with delight. I hugged her back awkwardly. "You really don't have to call me Hero... I'd prefer Link."

She broke the hug. "I take it you do not like being known as the Hero of Hyrule?"

I shrugged. "It's getting old..."

She nodded. "Running a Kingdom by yourself gets old sometimes. But I rather die doing something good for people than die helping no one at all. You like helping people too."

I nodded in agreement. "I do..."

She smiled. "I hate to keep you, especially for this long."

"Yeah, rather than staying here I have to go all the way back to Ordon Village to pick up Ilia so I can take her to the Two Moon Eclipse tonight."

Her eyes looked more interested. "Ilia?"

"Yeah, she's my best friend."

She nodded. "I see..."

I smirked. "You don't have to be jealous. You're the only Princess in my life after all."

She blushed again. "You should treat me with respect, Hero."

"And you should call me by the name I want to be called by." I rolled my eyes. "You were a lot more nicer to me when I was actually being a Hero."

"The same goes for you." She looked away from me. "I want you to leave now."

I chuckled. "Well then, I guess I'll be seeing you tonight, then?"

She nodded, focusing her attention on the package. "Yes."

I left the Castle.

Coming back into Ordon, I was greeted by Rusl.

"I take it the package was delivered in due time." He said smiling.

I smiled back. "Yes sir, I'm back in time to still herd the sheep, and get Ilia."

"You might want to tell her you have already returned. She was awfully worried that you weren't going to come back."

I nodded. "Of course."

I got off Epona and headed for Ilia's house.

I saw Mayor Bo standing outside of his and Ilia's house. I walked up to him and greeted him friendly.

"They there Mr. Bo." I said.

"Hey there Link." He replied. "Want to see Ilia do you?"

I nodded and smiled. "Yes sir."

"Well I wish she was home, I don't know where she is"

"Odd..." I didn't see her at Ordon Spring when I passed through...

"I'll look for her Mr. Bo. Don't worry."

He chuckled. "I'm not worried, she'll come around eventually."

I nodded. But still went running off to find her.

Maybe I should check around the Village first. I doubt she would go past the Gate... she has never chosen to leave on her own. Normally, she would be with Malo, Talo, Beth and Colin down by Ordon Pond. I check their first, but the only people there are the kids themselves.

"Link!" Talo exclaimed. "You wanna play swords today?"

I shook my head, with a small smile. "Not today Talo, with the Two Moon Eclipse and everything going on today."

Talo sighed with his head down, Colin looked at me and smiled.

"Well since you haven't come to play swords with Talo, what are you doing here? And where's Ilia?" Colin asked.

"That's what I was going to ask you guys." I said. "Mayor Bo says she's not home, and usually she is with you guys..."

Beth shrugged. "She doesn't hang out with us much anymore. All she wants to do is spend her time with you." She rolled her eyes.

"You should try my house." Colin suggested. "She's probably helping Mom with chores."

I nodded. "Thanks Colin."

I headed for Rusl's house.

Walking in, I'm surprisingly greeted my Uli and Ilia.

"Oh Link!" Ilia exclaimed, dropping the freshly cleaned laundry she has just folded. "You're back!" She ran to me, giving me a hug.

I hugged her back, and chuckled. "You act like I've been gone for a year!"

She looked up at me and smiled. "Well, you have a history of going away and never coming back."

I laughed. "Well, if we want to get to the Two Moon Eclipse on time, you need to be ready after I heard the Cattle."

Ilia nodded. "I'll finish folding these clothes with Uli, and I'll meet you out there." She smiles again. "Link, I'm so glad you came back."

I looked at her puzzled. She can't possibly think I'd leave ever again like that. I would never... even if it did happen again, I would try my best to come back. But at least she would be safe this time around.

Uli smiled. "If you see Rusl around before you head off to the ranch, tell him to grab Colin and come home. Everything needs to be ready for tonight, and I need their help!"

"Yes ma'am." I said to her.

I headed off to the ranch.

Fado greeted me as I walked through the gate.

"Link! Bout' time you got here. Didn't think you'd even show up with the Two Moon Eclipse and all."

I shrugged. "I'm sorry it took me so long, I had to run an errand to Hyrule for Rusl."

Fado smiled. "Well, I suppose me and you should get to work then."

I nodded

As we heard the cattle back into the barn, it looked as if something was bothering Fado almost the whole time. I finally broke the silence between us.

"Is something bothering you, Fado?" I asked with concern.

Fado looked up at me, and turned slightly pink. "Oh, it's nothing. Hah."

I smirked. "Obviously, it's something. A girl, otherwise you wouldn't be blushing."

Fado chuckled. "Well... It's Ilia."

I raised an eyebrow. "Ilia, huh?"

"Yeah..." He paused. "I mean, you don't have feelings for her, right?"

I thought for a moment. Ilia and I had been through so much together... we grew up together. Maybe I should have developed feelings for her. But I didn't have them. I'd never really thought about a relationship before.

"No." I responded. "Just friends, why?"

Fado shrugged. "I know she likes you... which is why I know I'll never have a chance with her in a million years. I wanted to tell her how I feel tonight during the Eclipse..."

I smiled. "Then do it, Fado!"

"But she likes you..."

I ignored the response. "I know Ilia, she will give you a fair chance."

Fado smiled. "You think so?"

"I know so." I smiled.

"Link!" I heard Ilia's voice.

I saw her running towards Fado and me.

Fado blushed, and looked down as she came up to us.

"Hey guys!" She smiled. "Link, I'm all ready to go!"

I smiled at her. "Great!"

I looked at Fado, and pushed him slightly.

"Oh! Uh..." Fado looked up at us. "Hi... Ilia..."

"I guess I'll be seeing you at the Eclipse tonight as well!" She said to him.

Fado got redder as Ilia's smile got bigger. I watched in amusement.

"Uh... yes... you will..." Fado gave her a goofy smile.

I laughed, picked Ilia up and sat her on Epona. "Let's get going." I say. "See you later Fado!"

Fado nodded, turned around and got ready to close everything up for the evening as me and Ilia rode off towards Hyrule Field.

"I hope something amazing happens tonight!" Ilia said as we were riding through Faron Woods.

I chuckled. "The Eclipse, of course."

I could feel her rolling her eyes at me. "Not just that dummy. Something amazing... something that's going to change our lives forever..."

"Good or bad?" I asked her.

She smiled. "Maybe both? Can't have good without bad."

"That's very true." I agreed with her.

I focused the rest of my attention on my thoughts for the rest of the ride. I wondered if something would happen tonight. More than just the eclipse, maybe something that would change my life...forever."