Exciting stuff! Apparently, nobody likes the princes. Well I'm going to solve that! You wanted action and drama? WELL. HERE. IT. IS. Finally something interesting is going to happen in this chapter and solve lots of problems, yet somehow creating more new ones. This chapter is jam- packed with dramatic stuff. You ready? PLOT POINTS AHOY!

And NO Ganondorf is NOT coming back, not now not ever. Believe it or not, but he's really dead. But soon I'll be introducing the Triforce of Power's new hope aforementioned. In other words, Ganondorf's little prodigy replacement. And thanks for the cookie!

Chapter Seventeen: Weddings, Knights, and Deaths

"This is the longest time I've had to wait for a letter," Link said as Sheik approached him. "Has she gotten tired of it yet?"

"One would assume," he answered, sitting down across from the fire. He pulled the letter out, handing it to Link. "Maybe you should come more often. Then you wouldn't have to wait so long."

Link shook his head with a small smile. Each time the Sheikah arrived, he'd say that.

"I bet Reena pays you to pester me," Link muttered, watching the flames dance. He eyed Sheik, wondering why he always hid himself. "How long have you been in hiding?"

"Ever since I can remember," he answered. "Impa was, and still is, my mentor."

"Where did you live?" Link asked. Even though he couldn't see it, Link knew that mysterious smile the Sheikah possessed was on his face. The smile that said, 'You may ask, but I'm not telling you a thing.'

"I can't reveal that," was the unsurprising answer.

"Are there anymore?"

"No, only the two of us," Sheik answered quietly. "I was kept a secret so that nothing would happen to me during Ganondorf's reign. He knew I was going to be her protector and tried to kill me when he was alive. However, when he had been defeated, Impa allowed me to come out. That was when I began my duty."

"I still say it's impossible that I never saw you," Link repeated for the hundredth time.

"We can disappear when we want," Sheik answered. He stood, brushing himself off. "I may see you again with another letter. Till then, take care."

With a flash, Sheik disappeared and Link let a half smile come to his face. He slowly opened the letter, debating whether he should read it or not. Everyone reminded him of what he was missing. He sighed, giving into his wonder of what she was up too. Soon a small smile illuminated his face.

*astrix astrix astrix*

"Above all positions of knighthood, the Knighthood of the Imperial Realm is the most honored above all," Sir Lethan droned. "Only a man-"

"Or woman," Reena added in out of habit.

"-who has proved himself to be worthy of the title because of his deeds can be knighted," he continued, ignoring Reena's input. "It is a title many wish to uphold. Once one has been knighted, he remains the Knight of the Imperial Realm until his death. Then another knight is found. You, Princess Zelda-"

"Reena."

"-will be responsible for picking the next Knight," Sir Lethan said. "Ever since the death of Sir Teris Derid there has yet to be another Knight of the Imperial Realm."

Reena did a double take. She straightened up in her chair, grabbing the book from her instructor's hand. He stared at her in shock.

"Who was the last Knight?" Reena asked, pouring over the book.

"Teris Derid," Sir Lethan repeated. "Why do you ask?"

"Was he married?" Reena asked, looking at him. "Was Teris married?"

"Yes, to Ryin Sarina," Sir Lethan answered. He eyed her. "Why do you ask?"

Reena stared at the book. "Teris Derid is Link's father…"

"Yes," he said with a nod. "He certainly upholds his father's legacy."

"How come Teris was chosen to be the next knight?" Reena asked, handing the book back to Sir Lethan.

Sir Lethan gave her a small smile. "Like father like son. Sir Teris was a keeper of the peace. He undoubtedly did not go to such lengths as Master Link has, but had his share of adventure. Before Master Link's birth, darkness began to show its ugly face. It was Sir Teris' duty to begin defeating the threat."

Reena nodded. "What exactly were the Knight's of the Imperial knighted for?"

"They swore to protect the Royal Family, the Temple of Time, and the Triforce," Sir Lethan explained.

Confusion swirled around Reena. How come Link had yet to be Knighted? Did he know his father had been in such high honor? Did he even know of the Knight's of the Imperial Realm?

"How long has this honor been upheld?" Reena asked.

"For centuries," Sir Lethan said, enjoying her eagerness. "There is a hall dedicated to them."

"There is?" Reena asked enthusiastically.

"Certainly, princess," he said, standing. "Come, you should see it!"

Reena followed the mentor out of the study. He led her through a maze of corridors to a part of the castle she had never been before. They ascended a spiraling staircase of one of the many turrets of the castle. At the very top was a beautiful red door trimmed with gold. Sir Lethan opened it, motioning for Reena to step inside.

Stained glass windows were the walls of the magnificent room. With a closer look, Reena saw that they were portraits of the very first Knights of the Imperial Realm. The sunlight streamed through the windows, casting golden light on the room. It seemed as though the turret was in the heavens. The ceiling was covered with an image of the Triforce, bouncing the light everywhere in the room. It was beautiful.

Hundreds of stone pillar's stood in the room that went to Reena's shoulder. Each held portraits on them. In front of the pillars were glass cases. Every case held a royal blue tunic with Hyrule's crest stitched in silver on the chest.

Reena went from Knight to Knight, looking upon the faces that had kept Hyrule safe.

"This is amazing," she breathed, touching the portraits.

"Yes," Sir Lethan agreed. "Many would, and did, give their lives for this honor."

It was no mystery to Reena why. To have such a dazzling hall dedicated to the Knights, they must have been placed above all save the Royal Family and the Sheikah.

Reena froze as she came to one portrait. The resemblance of the one looking back at her made her falter. It was Link. No. Those weren't his eyes. These eyes were a soft brown with no haunting past. This was Teris.

"He was killed only five years after he was knighted," Sir Lethan said sorrowfully. "An amazing young man. Master Link carries many of his honorable qualities. Along with his mother's qualities."

"Did you know them well?" Reena asked, touching the painting. It seemed as though he was trying to say something to her…

"Many knew Link's parents," he revealed. "They did not leave a secluded life like Master Link's. He is much to immersed in his duties."

"Tell me about it," Reena sighed, dropping her hand from Teris. She caught Sir Lethan's gaze. "What?"

"How long have you known Master Link?" he asked as they circled the room again.

Reena smirked. "Since I was sixteen. We had an… intriguing meeting."

It was odd how a simple subject could bring out the tolerable side out of Sir Lethan. He was really quite intellectual and knowledgeable. She was able to get from him the entire history of the Knights of the Imperial Realm.

"And each new Knight is presented with his own tunic," Sir Lethan explained. "Once the Knight has passed into the heavens, his tunic is retired to the hall as you can see."

"Was the tunic regular attire?" Reena asked. "It couldn't be. These tunics barely have any wear."

"Very observant," Sir Lethan said, nodding. "No, they only wore them for special occasions."

"Sir Lethan, how come Link has yet to be knighted?" Reena asked, looking at the mentor.

He paused, pondering the question. "With times being as unstable as they are, I'm sure the Royal Family does not to place anything else on his shoulders."

"But he'd be recognized for his actions," Reena pointed out. "He wouldn't be doing anymore that what he's accomplishing now… which he shouldn't even be doing… all by himself."

A sigh escaped Reena. Again she wished to feel the grass beneath her feet. Her fingers ached to hold her swords. Every part of her yearned for the adventure again.

"Perhaps you shall be the one to knight him," Sir Lethan said, leading Reena from the room. "Come, we need to return to your studies."

Reluctantly Reena descended the stairs. Would she be doing a favor, knighting Link? Perhaps there was a reason why he had yet to be knighted.

*astrix astrix astrix*

Reena stared at the two people in front of her. They must be kidding. They had to be. Their expressions weren't helping with those thoughts.

"…What?" she asked.

"The King and Queen of Salderin…want you to accept Sarid's hand in marriage," Jerold repeated.

"Hand in marriage? As in… us marrying?" Reena asked, feeling as if her mouth was about to hit the floor.

"Yes, Reena," Lenaya said, gently. "You are of marrying age now. It is time you start looking for a suitable husband."

"Husband?" Reena demanded. "I never planned on getting married! Since when do I need to be married? I was never told of having to marry!"

"Reena, in order for you to become queen, you need to marry," Jerold explained. "…Unless… you want to step down."

Reena went to cry, 'yes!', but refrained. Link came to mind. He thought she was becoming queen. It had been his dream to see the Princess seated upon the throne. But… to married to Sarid? So many emotions flew in her head.

"Give me a few days," she said, and walked off.

Marriage. He was kind… but so serious! She couldn't joke around with him like Link. He didn't make her laugh like Link. She couldn't talk with him like Link. She didn't know him like she knew Link.

Reena shook her head. She always compared him to Link. Before she began to contemplate the matter more, Reena went to her room. On the way, she passed Lera's open door. Laughter echoed from it. Reena peered inside, seeing Lera and Kasten playing Hyrule War.

"Queen has three tries! You know that!" Lera exclaimed.

"That is not true!" Kasten cried. "I know the rules of Hyrule War better than you probably do!"

"I live here!" Lera shot at him. "Reena! Doesn't the queen have three tries?"

"I… wouldn't know," she answered, hurrying by.

"Well, it does!" she heard Lera cry.

Reena went on, half running to her room. She locked herself in the room, sitting in the window. She felt so caged trying to please everyone. What ever happened to doing whatever she wanted? Going where she wanted? What had happened to that life? It had disappeared like Link.

The next three days, Reena remained in her room, leaving only when she desperately needed too. She'd watch the sun rise and set before her. On the fourth day, a knock on the door nearly sent her flying. She opened the door with the flick of her wrist, continuing to look out the window.

"Hey, Reena."

"Link!" she exclaimed, nearly knocking him over. "I swear you always know when to show up!"

"I'm good like that," he said, hugging her back. "What is it now?"

"Link… I don't know what to do," she sighed.

"You always know what to do," he said with a small smile.

"Not this time," she answered. "Link… they want me to become engaged to Sarid."

Link did a double take. He stared at her, at a lost for words. Engaged? That meant…the end. She was going to be married to Sarid. Slowly…Reena's room slid out of focus. He soon stood in the Temple of Time, looking upon Reena in her beautiful wedding gown….with Sarid in front of her.

"Link?" Reena called.

"En-engaged?" he stammered, pulling himself away from the vision.

"Yes, Link," Reena sighed. "What am I to do? I never intended on being married, Link! You know that! Link? Link, what is it?"

"Nothing," he breathed. "To be queen, you need to marry, Reena. You know that."

"Is there no way to get around it?" she pleaded, grasping his hands. They were so cold. He was shaking. "Link… what's wrong?"

Tell her. It'll all be over then. You'll be happy. Just tell her the damn truth! Link ripped these thoughts from his mind.

"I…I was only… never mind," he said, taking his hand away. He put his hands on her shoulders. "You'll know what to do in the end. Maybe you never intended on marrying, but if you have too…Sarid…Sarid's the best out there."

"But I thought you didn't trust him," she smirked.

"Hey, it's me, isn't it?" he asked, forcing a smile. "He'll… he'll be able to take care of you. Or… maybe the other way around."

"You've got that right," Reena said, walking away with a sigh. "I still don't know."

Link walked over to her. "Just follow your heart. You always have. Don't ever stop."

He walked towards the door, his body numb. The heart in his chest bled, screaming for her.

"Link… where are you going?" she called.

"I…I need to leave, Reena," he said. "I forgot about… Termina. Storm demon."

"Let me come with!" she said excitedly. "I need to get away from this for-"

"No, Princess Reena," he interrupted, facing her. "You could be killed."

"Okay, don't pull the princess thing, alright?" Reena said sharply. "And I'll be fine! It's just a storm demon!"

"No, you can't come with me anymore, you know that," Link said quietly.

"Do you have to go right now?" Reena asked. "You just got here! What's been going on? I never get to see you anymore, Link!"

"Reena…" he sighed. "I need to get going. Who knows, there might be nothing left by the time I get back."

Before another word was said, Link slipped out of the room. The tapestries blurred next to him. Any hope of having her had been whisked away with his dreams. Why? Why did it have to hurt so badly? Why did it have to rip at his soul? Had he not suffered enough? How could he have allowed himself to fall in love with her? Had he learned nothing?

A tear traced his cheek. The halls all became one, his feet carrying him to the exit. Only when the sun hit his face did he realize how far he had traveled. Epona chewed the grass thoughtfully, raising her head as he moved towards her. He buried his face into her neck, feeling himself begin to tremble. Losing her was unbearable. The urge to rip, burn, lose the envelope nearly controlled him.

Epona nuzzled his back as if sensing his heartbreak. Link looked up at her, rubbing her nose. He slowly mounted her and stared into the eyes of Impa who stood at the entrance of the castle. The silent tears gave him no shame.

"Let's get out of here, girl," he whispered and turned her around, away from the castle and away from the only thing he had ever wanted.

*astrix astrix astrix*

"Ha, ha!" Lera sang, taking the cards that Reena had just laid down. "You know, you're really bad at this game."

"It's all in the cards," Reena said. She slapped her hand on the two queens so hard that her hand stung. "Ow!"

"Alright, we're not killing the floor," Lera said, leaning away. "You've really been attacking these cards. Is something on your mind?"

"I've decided that Link is not of this world," Reena answered bitterly, putting an ace down. "Four tries."

"And you say this because?" Lera asked, slowly drawing cards.

"He's avoiding me, I know it," Reena answered. "You know he was here two days ago, right?"

"He was?" Lera asked. "I never saw him!"

"My point exactly!" Reena sighed. "He's become so… distant. Maybe he'll come around…"

"Don't worry too much," Lera said. "He gets like this… though not usually this long."

Reena nodded, placing two cards down to answer Lera's queen. She lost.

"I've accepted," she said.

"…Accepted what?" Lera asked.

"I'm…I'm going to marry Sarid."

Those words sounded like a death sentence to her ears. It was the final clasp on everything she held dear. Her travels were officially over.

"What?" Lera gasped, spilling her cards. "You're going to marry him?"

"Yes, I…am," Reena said, swallowing hard. She laid her next card down. "Jack."

"But… Reena… I thought you were never going to get married…" Lera said.

"If I'm going to rule, I need to marry," Reena answered listlessly. "And… he's the best choice that I have."

Lera stared at her sister. To Sarid? That… would make Kasten and her related by marriage! But… Reena and Sarid? That was about the least likely marriage! She looked at her sister's hand and sure enough… there was a ring.

"Does… does Link know?" Lera asked.

"He… actually encouraged the proposition," Reena said. "Which is… strange because…never mind."

"Strange doesn't even begin to describe it," Lera murmured. "Come on… let's finish this game."

*astrix astrix astrix*

"Reena?"

Reena tried not to cringe. She laid down the pen, sliding the ink well away. Sarid walked in, resting his hands on her shoulders. A cold chill ran down her spine, but she tried to ignore it.

"Yes?" she said, looking up at him.

"What are you doing?" he asked.

"Writing a letter to an old friend," she answered.

"Link?" he asked habitually.

"No… surprisingly enough," Reena said. "I'm not at liberty to say who. She might just kill me if she ever found out."

Sarid gave her a small smile. "Some friend you have."

"She's one in a million," Reena answered. "Do your parents know?"

"They should by now," he answered. "A letter was sent the day after you accepted. It's been almost three weeks now. If they haven't gotten it, the mailing system needs to be improved."

Reena forced a smile to satisfy his joke. A knock came at Reena's door as it opened.

"What, Kasten?" Sarid said, irritated.

"Sarid, there's a letter from home," Kasten said breathlessly as if he had been running. "Something's wrong, I know it!"

"I'll be back, Reena," Sarid assured and left her, closing the door on his way out. Reena shivered, getting rid of his touch. It all felt too foreign. She dipped her pen in the well again, continuing her letter.

In a little less than a month…I'll be married. I know you're probably yelling right now, saying I've disgraced everyone… but I have to. If I'm going to rule, I need to. If you want to talk about things being ironic, guess who my fiancé is. It's Sarid, the Prince of Salderin. I'm sure that made you scream. I

"Reena! Reena!" Lera screamed, pounding on the door.

Reena jumped from her chair, throwing open the bedroom door. "What? Has someone died? You really gotta control-"

"Yes!" Lera interrupted.

"…What?" Reena breathed.

"The King and Queen of Salderin are dead!" Lera breathed. She grabbed her sister's hand. "Come on!"

Lera and Reena raced down the hall, nearly falling around every turn. They came to the throne room where the two princes and Lenaya and Jerold were. Their faces were deathly white.

"What happened?" Reena demanded, walking up next to the group. She looked at Sarid who was holding a letter. His hand was shaking and his breathing heavy. Anger dripped from his gaze.

"Ask your 'friend'," he whispered in a deadly voice.

"Nab-"

"No, Link," he said, catching her gaze. He threw the letter on the ground, leaving the room. Kasten stood there in pure shock.

"Kasten-"

Before Lera could continue, he followed his brother.

"What's going on?" Reena demanded.

"Read," Lenaya whispered.

Slowly, Reena picked up the parchment. It read:

To Our Beloved Princes of Salderin,

It is with great sorrow that we tell of the King and Queen's murder. They were found, assassinated in their chamber. The culprit was seen and messengers have been sent to all neighboring lands to warn them of this killer. It was Link Teris of…

Reena began to shake as Link's description was given. It said he had been caught in the act and there was a price on his head.

"It's a lie," she said, looking at them. "That's what it is! A lie!"

"Believe what you like," Sarid, snapped, walking in. He and Kasten both wore their traveling gear. "We'll be leaving now. Thank you for your hospitality."

"This is a lie, Sarid! Link wouldn't do this!" Reena said angrily. "You know him! He wouldn't-"

"What I know is that our parents are dead," he interrupted.

"Kasten! You must believe-"

"We leave now," Sarid interrupted Lera, pushing Kasten towards the door.

"Guards!" Jerold called. Six came to his aid. "Accompany the princes to their homeland. Make sure they have safe passage!"

"We thank you," Sarid said, his eyes still afire. "We leave now."

"You know this isn't true!" Reena cried, turning to Lenaya and Jerold the moment the party had left. "You know Link! This is someone framing him!"

"Mother, father, we know Link!" Lera followed. "He is innocent! I don't care what some letter says! They have the wrong person!"

"Girls," Lenaya said softly. "We know. Just like you, we know him inside out. But we can't do anything right now. If we do, war can break out."

"War? War?" Reena cried. "He's going to be killed! We can't wait for him to be killed!"

"Reena-"

Before another word could be said, Reena stormed from the room. What did they mean they couldn't do anything? They were the King and Queen. He was like their son! She could scream at them for hours, resulting in her getting a sore throat. One thing was certain: she wasn't going to let him be hunted down. She had to find him.

The door slammed shut, making a glass figurine shatter on the stone floor. Reena didn't care. She didn't have time too. It wasn't long before her boots were on and the double swords crossed her back.

Tap! Tap! Tap! Reena glanced out the window. That damn tree always hit her window and drove her insane. The two vials on her desk were put on her belt. Reena made sure her hair was up securely. She did not want it blowing all-

Tap! Tap! Tap! Reena froze. That wasn't a tree. She hugged the wall next to the window, peering outside. Two familiar eyes gazed back into hers.

"Link!" she gasped, opening the window. "What-"

Link covered her mouth with his hand, pressing her head against the wall. He was breathing hard as he plastered her to the stone.

"Reena, listen to me," he whispered earnestly. "It wasn't me! I don't know who did it, but I swear on our friendship it wasn't me! And…what's with the look?"

"Tafke yrf and uff mf mof!" she snapped, narrowing her eyes at him.

"...Oh," he said, removing his hand. However, he still kept her against the wall.

"Alright idiot, first of all, I can't breathe," she said. "Second, I know you didn't kill them! How stupid do you think I am?"

Link gave her a half smile, letting her free. She put a hand on her chest and took a deep breath, eyeing him.

"Well, I've had my share of excitement," she muttered. "What happened though? How did they die?"

"I don't know!" Link answered. "I wasn't even in Salderin! I was in Termina and heard what was being spread! When did it reach here?"

"Three minutes ago," Reena answered as they sat on her bed. She eyed Link who was about ready to fall over. "It looks like you've been running non stop. You're dead on your feet."

"I've had too," Link said, shaking his head. "Everywhere I go is a trap! Everyone knows me!"

"Which is why this whole thing is absurd!" Reena cried. "Everyone knows you wouldn't do this!"

"…But they're believing what they're hearing," Link said quietly. "I've had to disguise myself and listen in on conversations. They all believe I've done this!"

"You're kidding me," Reena said. She put her hands on his shoulders. "You're kidding me right?"

"No, Reena," Link said. "I'm not. The only ones who believe I'm innocent are… Anita and Tarin. They tipped me off of what was happening. They knew it wasn't true because I was visiting with them."

"How'd the storm demon go?" Reena asked. She read Link's face. "Alright, bad time to ask, I know. Don't worry, Link. You're safe here. Everyone believes you here…I think. But Lenaya and Jerold could make me scream! They weren't going to do anything!"

"…Reena, what could they do?" he asked.

"I don't know! Something!" she exclaimed. Frustration filled up in her at his smile.

"What were you doing as I stood outside one hundred feet up?" Link asked.

"Getting ready to come after you," she answered.

"Oh, so that you could get killed too?" he asked, eyeing her.

"Eh, it wasn't thinking about that at the moment," she shrugged. "I was picturing you lying in a bloody mess somewhere in the wilderness."

"Reena?" someone called, knocking on her door.

Link instantly dove behind the bed. Reena took her swords off, throwing them on her bed. She went to the door, peering into Lera's eyes.

"Oh, it's you," Reena sighed. "Come in, quickly!"

"What-"

Lera was jerked inside. Reena closed the door, locking it.

"Reena, what are we going to do? Link's dead for sure!" Lera said, putting her face in her hands.

"How about… looking to the left?" Reena answered.

"Link!"

"Sssh!" Reena and Link answered.

"What are you doing here?" she whispered as he got up and closed the window. Reena quickly covered it with on of her untouched dresses.

"Hoping I can lie low here for a while," he answered. "Then I'm getting to the bottom of this. First, what are your parents' views on this whole issue?"

"Well, unbeknownst to Reena," Lera said, eyeing her sister. "We learned about this before the letter. The guards were already picked before the letter arrived to accompany them back. The guards are going to try and investigate the situation. However, Reena was too argumentative and left before they could explain."

Reena thinned her lips and crossed her arms, looking away. She glared at the snickers that came her way.

"Oh, shut up the both of you," she snapped, sitting down again. "Alright, we need to figure out who's behind this, why -which is quite apparent-, and why frame Link?"

"And we need to tell the King and Queen," Link added. "That I'm here that is."

"Fine," Reena said. "Stay here! Don't leave my room or anything! Anyone could be an enemy in this castle… and why am I telling you this? You know this!"

"Yes, no need to tell me," Link assured.

Link looked at Lera as Reena left, seeing concern etched over her face. Frustration and sadness were there too. He put a hand on her shoulder.

"Hey, what's wrong?" Link asked.

"What's wrong? What's wrong?" Lera demanded. "You've been framed for something that you didn't do! Kasten believes you killed his parents! Who knows what's going to happen. He'll never speak to me again."

"What do we have here?" Link asked with a small smile. "Is there a friendship between you two?"

Lera gave him a look of uncertainty. "I don't know. He's…become one of my greatest friends. I don't want to lose my only friend that's a boy."

"What about me?" he teased.

"You're my brother, and by the way things are going…" Lera swallowed.

Link put his arm around her shoulders. "Don't worry. It's me. I'll get out of it."

"Yeah, that's what worries me," Lera admitted, looking up at him. "And you've been so…odd lately! Why have you been avoiding the castle?"

"I've been busy," he answered indolently.

"There's more to it, I know it," Lera said, cornering him. "Ever since Reena was discovered to be the princess you've been like this."

"Lera, I-"

A knock came at the door and the two froze.

"It's me," Reena's voice came.

The two let out sighs of relief and Lera opened the door. In filed Reena, Lenaya, and Jerold. Lenaya and Jerold gave a start at Link's presence, but allowed the door to be closed behind them.

"Link, you look dead," Jerold commented with a grin.

"But still on my feet at least," he said.

"We were so worried we'd never see you again!" Lenaya said.

Link gave them a small smile. "Is it alright if I stay here for a little while? This is the only place Salderin won't look."

"Link, stay here as long as you like," Jerold answered. "We'll keep Salderin guards away."

Link gave them a grateful gaze. "My stay here needs to be secret though. Anyone besides you four could reveal me. That would put you all in great danger."

"Danger," Reena muttered. "Somehow I think we're all quite used to that."

A half smile came her way from Link. Reena looked around at all the people, feeling somewhat claustrophobic.

"We'll talk more tomorrow," Jerold said, opening the door. "Right now, I think Link would prefer to sleep."

Link gave them a grateful smile. He checked the halls before slipping into his own bedroom. The King and Queen left Reena's room also, leaving only her and Lera. Lera collapsed on the bed, defeated.

"Now I know something's up with Link," she murmured, more to herself. "I tried to get it out of him, but I got the same answer."

"I've been busy," Reena recited. "Only this time he has been busy… staying alive."

"I'm going to find it out sooner or later," Lera decided.

"Don't make it your top priority right now," Reena said. "Right now, we need to keep him alive. Then we'll interrogate."

"Alright, fine," Lera said, getting up. She looked at Reena for a long moment. "What were you two doing before hand?"

"Get out!" Reena cried repulsively.

Egad! Dramatic things are starting to unfold! Because apparently the King and Queen of Salderin's death will be of some use later on and I totally didn't just use that as an excuse to get rid of the princes for the time being. But they'll be back, Sarid won't just leave his new fiance, will he? NEXT CHAPTER WILL BE EVEN BETTER! Consider this part 1 and next chapter part 2. They kinda go hand in hand. Next chapter will be the OTHER side of the story, what REALLY happened and why Link was framed. This is gonna be good!