Hey guys, I really wanted to write/ post this chapter sooner, but I've had to study for a MAJOR test in school. Thank you to EVERYONE who followed and favorited. Special shoutout to ErictheRed4444 for reviewing! Hope you all enjoy chapter 2! (Side Note: I incorporated italics into my story to show a flashback)

Chapter 2- The Night Sky and a Purpose

The sun was setting. Epona galloped through the lush grass of Hyrule Field. The falling sun shined on the land, giving everything an orange hue. Link noticed the gorgeous evening. As he stared blankly into the sky, he heard the relaxing voice of the princess, and he turned his head towards her direction.

"Link, have you ever experienced a feeling of sorrow, as the sun sets?"

Feelings of nostalgia rushed through Link. A large grin formed on the hero's face, and memories of his time with his old mentor surfaced. Link could almost remember the last conversation he had with Rusl, before he was thrusted into the twilight, and his life changed forever.

"Tell me, do you ever feel a strange sadness as dusk falls?"

"What exactly do you mean Rusl?"

"Do you feel that as twilight approaches, the goddesses are watching you, guiding you even? Leading you one step closer to discovering your true destiny? I look into the twilight, and I feel lost. I feel that the goddesses have stopped guiding me to my true purpose in life. I look at my family, and all I feel is love. But even with them, I want to die knowing my purpose in life was fulfilled."

"Rusl, stop talking about death. You have so much life left in you. Your life in Ordon is great. You have a loving family, friends, and a happy home. What more do you need?"

"Ah, Link… You are still so young. True happiness isn't found in your surroundings, but in your soul. To truly be happy on the outside, you must be satisfied on the inside. Do you get what I mean?"

"I suppose…"

Link was shaken back to reality by the elegant touch of Zelda's hand on his shoulder.

"Are you okay Link? You seemed…disconnected."

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to space out."

"It's okay. I too feel out of place as night nears. My thoughts take over, and I cannot help but think of the future. A future where I will succeed as a leader for our nation, or succumb to the pressures of royalty."

Link looked at the princess. Her face looked troubled, and she gazed at the evening sky. Her pale complexioned skin darkened with sky's transitioning colors. He couldn't help but once again stare at her breathtaking features. The moment quickly passed however, as the path to town began to curve. With experience and expertise, Link easily guided Epona until the path ahead was once again straight.

"Zelda, I look into the sky at night, and I think about what my life would have been like without the triforce of courage. I think about sleeping in once again without the constant reminder of my quest. I think about Ordon, and my friends, and my old home. I also think about how boring my old life would have been. I wouldn't have found my… purpose."

Link thought about Rusl and smiled. His old mentor was right. Everyone deserves to know their purpose in life.

Zelda POV

The sun had fallen beneath the clouds, and nightfall casted itself upon Hyrule. Hundreds of stars twinkled in evening sky. Their reflection radiated through Zelda's eyes. Her arms wrapped tightly around Link's strong chest. There was silence between the two, and Zelda loved it. His presence was calming. He made her forget all about her responsibilities as a princess: dealing with the council, rebuilding what Zant destroyed, and her coronation as Queen. It was in one month's time. Zelda's thoughts drifted back towards Link. He had a tall slender body, a strong frame, and gorgeous eyes. He had sorrow in them, but behind his sadness, there was love. Through all of his battles and hardships, they still revealed his soft heart. Even when she had first met him as a wolf, Zelda saw those eyes, and she felt a connection to the hero. He felt special. It wasn't just because of his piece of the triforce. She felt a connection to him. With all of the wisdom the goddesses bestowed upon Zelda, she had never felt this way for anyone before.

Zelda's thoughts were interrupted however, as she felt Epona begin to slow down, until they reached a halt.

"Is there something wrong Link?"

"Not at all. It's getting pretty late. I think we both deserve the rest."

Zelda had just noticed how tired she was. Sleep hadn't found her in days.

"You're right. I haven't slept in goddesses know how long."

Zelda looked up for a moment, and her eyes went wide. A gasp escaped her mouth, and she slowly stepped off from Epona. In front of her eyes was the beautiful landscape of Lake Hylia, illuminated by the glistening light of the stars above. At least a mile off, Zelda saw a massive waterfall flowing into the stunning lake. "Link… it's magnificent. I'm speechless…" The hero simply stood, and a childish smile spread across his face. Zelda carefully slipped her hand into Link's, and the two stood perfectly still, simply enjoying the incredible view. Zelda was blushing madly. Her face grew as red as a tomato. Her eyes met Link's, and his face looked as if it were so red it was turning a shade of purple. The silence was broken as the two burst into a fit of hysterical laughter. They fell to the floor with gaping smiles. The noise settled as Link's face turned a more serious expression. Zelda felt his gaze meet hers.

"You have beautiful eyes Princess Zelda."

"I was just going to say the same to you."

The two fell into more laughter. The duo's frenzy of giggles slowed, and Zelda noticed the hero's closing eyelids. She just realized how exhausted he must have been. He hadn't slept since his duel with Ganondorf.

"Sleep brave hero. It is a royal command from your princess."

"It seems I have no choice. Princess's orders."

Link's eyes began to close, and within several minutes, he seemed as if he were in a deep sleep. Zelda noticed the serenity in his face. She couldn't help but stare deep into his features. He was very handsome. A thought came across Zelda mind. She was the princess of Hyrule. She was the leader of a nation, and here she was giggling away like she didn't have a care in the world. She was acting like a child. "This is no way the queen of Hyrule should be acting," Zelda whispered. She never displayed this type of emotion. She had never been the enthusiastic type. Being raised in a castle, she was always taught to contain herself. It was expected of a princess to keep her emotions hidden, and instead mask them with a face of monotony. It was different being herself. She had never done it with anyone; not even her own parents. The princess's eyelids began to close, and before the dark blanket of sleep swept her away, she took one last look at Link. "Goodnight hero. Thank you."

Link has a way with the ladies, doesn't he? I hope you all liked this chapter! I know it didn't have much action, but trust me, with what I have planned, you'll get plenty of it. I thought this would be a good way to build the relationship of Zelda and Link. Anyways, till the next update! I hope to make it ASAP. ;)