The Legend of Zelda: The Triforce Awakens
Chapter Two
Song and laughter filled the air of our sky temple for many days after the restoration of Hyrule. With my creation, the people of Hyrule had gained the wisdom to create order within their society and create alliances with one another. Friendship and peace was abundant in the land.
Hylia, Din, Faron, and I became almost like a family in these times. As Hylia had created us, she took on the role of a mother guardian, one who protected and advised us. Now that Hyrule was finally at peace, we could rest and make merry together.
Lying in my bed I was contemplating this and other tasks that were necessary to complete when I heard Faron's voice outside the door to my chambers.
"Nayru! It's time for you to get up! Hylia says that we must break our fast of night now," I heard.
"I shall arrive in a moment," I replied. "There are a few tasks I must complete today, and it would be very well for me to begin them early, so as to have time to enjoy in the evening."
"All right," he called. "See you in the great hall!" With that, Faron dashed off.
I stepped out of my bed and waved a hand. The bed was neatly straightened and the coverlets pulled back. Satisfied, I pulled a linen robe over my night shift and hurried out of my chambers.
There was a lovely aroma in the air surrounding the great hall that smelled like mosi broth, one of my favorite foods. I arrived in the great hall to se that today's morning meal did indeed have a warm bowl of mosi broth for the first course.
Hylia spoke first. "Welcome, Nayru. I trust you slept well?"
I smiled at her caring words. "Of course, Mother. How could I not, with Hyrule such a peaceful land now?" Pulling the chair out from my spot at the long table, I gently sat down and smoothed my robe.
The mosi was delicious and I quickly drained my bowl. Tea was served before moving on to some rice with eggs (a delicacy, since even Cuccos of sky are vicious).
Conversation after the meal was pleasant as well. Faron told of a dream he had, in which a hero wielding a blade that repelled all evil rescued a fair princess and the two later ruled over the princess's kingdom together in harmony. Din reported that she had finally finished the quilt she was making for her chambers.
We made conversation until it was time to begin the day's work around the temple, and thus each of us returned to our chambers.
Pulling open the doors to my chambers, I was once again reminded of how much the chambers suited my tastes and needs. In the sitting room chairs crafted with silver rims were arranged near a fire pit (this fire, however, was blue instead of orange for reasons unknown) also wrought with silver ornaments. The curtains were of rich turquoise silk that when opened revealed a stunning view of the Zora Domain, the place in which my chosen people inhabited. In the corner of the sitting room lay an enchanted vase atop a table. This vessel was always full of Zora water, the freshest and most pure water in Hyrule. Next to it stood four goblets into which the water could be poured.
I moved into the second room of my chambers. Closed by a door similar to that which was in the front was my bedroom. This room was probably my favorite room in my chambers. The bed was held up by a metal frame that was elegantly twisted into loops and scrolling motifs. Blankets of cream and turquoise fabric were arranged on the bed with luxurious Kargaroc feather pillows. Hiding my sleeping pillows were pale blue frilly throw pillows with cream accents. I enjoyed this room even more with the addition of a large bookshelf holding many rare and treasured books, including illuminated Hylian manuscripts, Kokiri music books, and Zora references.
I smiled, as the world was all at peace today and went into the next room to bathe.
I finally finished preparations for the day, dressed, and hastily combed my royal blue hair before slipping on a silver diadem and bracelets and exiting the room.
The small woodworking room was quiet by the time I got there, as Faron and Din were out in the grove sparring. I gently picked up the silver knife that lay on the table next to me and began working. Today my plan was to complete the circular oracle harp that I had been creating for the past few days. It was almost done, and all it needed to be complete was some varnish, strings, and jewels.
After determining the color scheme that the oracle harp would take on, I set about making varnish. One side of the harp would have a maroon varnish, while the other would be royal blue, quite like my hair.
For the blue varnish I would use powder of alexandrite and crushed morning glories mixed with water from the Zora Domain and, of course, a shard of the metal used to make Hylia's bracelets to give the oracle power to speak with the gods.
For the maroon varnish I concocted a mixture of deep red tourmaline, rose petals, Zora water, and Scoot Fruit juice to aid the oracle in her travels among the gods.
I mixed these varnishes meticulously, taking care that the varnishes turned out perfectly.
Finally it was time to apply coats of varnish. I searched for a fine brush in the small cabinet below the table, finally finding one made of fine Gerudo clay bristles. Now it was time to apply the varnish before it sat for too long.
I gently brushed the first half of the harp with the maroon varnish. It slid on smoothly and beautifully. Once the varnish had dried, I added a few more coats until it radiated in the sunlight from the powdered gemstone. Next I repeated the process on the other half of the harp until it was time for the rest of the harp to be designed. I had already crafted a fine pair of strings, so all that was needed was gold accents on the top and bottom. For this I would call upon my sister, Din.
She entered the room slinkily, almost like a cat. Grinning, she leaped next to me and embraced me in a hug.
"Good to see that you're finally up and around," Din commented. "It is clear that you're always slightly late for the day's rounds."
I blushed and murmured an apology.
"Never mind that, it's totally fine," she quipped, brushing the emotions off. "So what would you like me to do for you?"
"I am finishing my oracle harp today," I told Din. "Since I believe I have heard rumors from Faron that you are skilled at the metalworking, I was interested to see if you could create some gold pieces to adorn my harp," I informed her.
Din grinned cat-likely again. "But of course, small one," she answered. "That would be an easy job for me."
I thanked Din quickly and showed her how I wished the pieces to be cut. She nodded and placed her hands on a sheet of gold. Concentrating, a ribbon of magic appeared near her wrists and began to cut through the gold. Soon the pieces were finely cut, with no sharp edges and ready to be placed on the oracle harp. I thanked her once more. Grinning, Din left the room to finish touching up Hylia's bracelets.
I smiled at the lovely pieces of gold that had been left in the room for my use on the harp. Using magic, I gently placed gold florets on the top of the harp, and put a gold circle in the middle of them to seal it down. On top of the circle was a gem, most likely turquoise or lapis lazuli. Next I strung gold leaf around both sides of the harp, ending at the bottom. I then worked on the bottom, adding endpins for each of the strings that would be on the harp. On each of these was placed a gemstone of color. Finally it was time to string the harp. A gold bar attached to the two sides of the harp acted as a bridge for the strings. I gently added one string at a time to the harp, until finally there were five strings. The finished harp hummed with magic, and I decided to call it the Oracle of Ages.
I took the harp out into the hallway and saw that the midday meal had been two hours ago. Considering that the evening meal would only be in one hour, I decided to only drink a bottle of Chu jelly, for it would give me energy whilst not filling me up before the evening meal.
Heading outside, I saw Faron and his friend Fado playing a duet on their instruments. Faron's ocarina and Fado's violtan complemented each other quite nicely, so I decided to listen in for a while before speaking to either of them.
When the piece was over, it was Faron who was first to notice me. "Hey, Nayru! What's that you're holding? Is it a harp? It looks like one! How about you come and play with us? I'm sure the harp would go well with our instruments," he told me.
I was glad that he had offered a spot in the ensemble. "Of course, Faron. I would be delighted to perform in your ensemble, adding gentle harmony to your pieces."
Fado cocked his head at me, as if he had not heard one speak precisely before. Apparently he liked it, thus grinning at me and turning back to his violtan.
We began to play together, the gut core of the strings on my harp reverberating pleasantly in the time I plucked them. Faron and Fado joined in, creating a soothing melody, one that calmed and reminded us all of the winds that blew across Hyrule, both gently and in gusts. As the piece finished, a name entered my mind.
Fado spoke first. "So, whaddaya want to call it?" he said casually.
Having always enjoyed naming things, even since I was just a wraith, I knew the answer. "The piece should be called the Wind God's Aria," I said. "As it reminds me of the winds of Hyrule, both faint and strong."
Faron nodded in agreement.
The evening meal took place soon after. After changing into our more formal evening clothes, all four of us took our places at the grand table: Hylia at the head, Din on her right, Faron on her left, and I at the other end. The meal, of course, was delicious. We feasted upon otichen made of garlic and flat bread. Mosi soup was served next, which was, as usual, absolutely delicious. Our main course consisted of a delicious pumpkin soup with little triangle-shaped pieces of cheese.
While the food was delightful, the atmosphere around the table was an anxious one. Hylia seemed to notice this, and asked Din what was the matter. "Din? There seems to be something clouding your mind. May I intrude so much as to ask you what is wrong?"
Din looked frightened. "Monsters," she replied. "There have been rumors of monsters."
Well then. A nice little cliffhanger to keep you all guessing at what is to come next… Other than monsters, of course. Here's a hint: Skyloft. Also, I really like how Hylia is so clueless. Don't worry, it will be important in the long run for her to be like that. And now for notes:
-A Day in the Life of Link, a Hyrule Academy Student-Chapter 4 is coming out soon.
-Ruth Stradivaria will be in it.
-I'm almost finished with Wind Waker. Just a random note.
Love, Sinfonie 3