This is so wrong. Link thought to himself, as he hovered over Skyloft on top his crimson bird. He was too ashamed to bump into her father again, or anyone else who had innocently witnessed his and her public dispute. He was even more upset that this time was used for something other than what he should've already been doing. Well, it's not the first time he's done that. Maybe Impa was right. Maybe he worries too much about her. Maybe he was wrong to doubt Zelda in the first place. If he believed in her, she could've been with him now, rather than out on the Surface alone. He stopped his bird as close to doors on the first floor of the Academy as possible, dismounted off the Loftwing, and limped over to the oversized entrance. Ruefully, he put too much pressure into pushing the heavy doors, increasing the pain in his leg. He bit his bottom lip, holding back the scream trickling up his throat. After the unwanted sensation faded, he successfully sneaked a few feet to his room. He slid to his wardrobe and yanked the green outfit out. It took a lot more time to set up then he remembered. First were his sweatpants, chainmail, and his tunic. Then he slipped on his brown and leather belt and boots, and his musty old fingerless gloves. Finally, Zelda's and his favorite; his emerald-colored hat. He reached for the doorknob, excited to get going, when it rolled on its own. He jerked at the sight, taking a couple of steps back before he realized someone on the other side was coming in.

"Link? Are you back?" Pipit asked, as he and Groose entered without knocking. If they knocked, Link would've purposely avoided the company, and hid away. This way, there was no warning for him. "Hey, Link…we saw everything."

"Are you okay, bud'?" Groose took a seat on his bed, followed by Pipit. "It looks like you were pretty upset out there…" Link swallowed a cruel lump in his throat, a nodded as his answer.

"We…uh…don't exactly know what happened out there, but it wasn't easy on you, was it?" Pipit asked.

Again, Link shook his head, using his actions to respond, like he did since he was little. Should he explain what's been happening? Would it make things a little easier on him, if he lifted the weight of his shoulders? He took a deep breath, and closed his eyes. "It's…Zelda…she lost her memory a little while ago." The two of them gasped simultaneously, because they promptly knew what that meant. Zelda and Link's relationship was so unique and special, that forgetting it would be tragic. They knew that Link was having a difficult time dealing with the fact that the girl he loves doesn't remember the important things they've done, and the priceless moments that they've shared. Especially since he was so protective and emotional over her.

"That's why she acted a little strange when Karane and I last spoke to her." Pipit realized.

"D'aww. It's okay; I'm sure you guys will resolve it soon." Groose reassured.

"That's why she ran off. She's wants to do it on her own, but... I-I won't let her. I'll catch up to her in time, so that she's safe. Don't worry, she'll be fine" Link told them, and himself. The two traded a look of disappointment, and disapproval. He couldn't think of why they had both been so against his protection towards her. Didn't they want her safe?

"Uh…bud?" Groose started, giving his attention back to the blond. "Isn't that what you were arguing about?"

"Well…yeah, but-"

"Link, if there's anything I've learned from Karane, is that girls don't want to be told what they can do. It seems like your challenging Zelda to knowing her own abilities." The all-knowing Pipit informed. "Maybe, just this once, it'd be better to give her some space."

"No…No! I can't risk it! It's really dangerous down there. I know how scary and complicated it can be."

"See? You're not encouraging her. She needs the positive energy you should be sending her, instead of all of this worrying." Pipit told him.

Link wanted to say something, but his thoughts cut him off. What if they're right? What if they're all right? I haven't supported Zelda at all, when she really needed me to. I mean, I did it for a reason. How could I…let her go? I could never lose her. It's too much.

…Is this about me? No, of course not. Then, shouldn't I be thinking about her? She needs supporting more than protecting this time. I shouldn't have treated her so lowly. I let her down. I've been so wrong! He played the fight in his head again. I broke a promise to her…? I…I made her cry?! How could I…I've never done that before…"What have I done?!" Link smacked the sides of his head, clinching the strands of sandy hair in between his fingers. He groaned, and closed his eyes in anger. They nodded, pleased that he finally realized his actions. "I have to go!" He dashed out of the room, despite his injuries. The two clapped their hands into a high five in success.

Zelda rushed into the woods. Nothing was stopping her from proving her strengths. Not now. She had reached The Great Deku Tree, one she only recognized as Hylia, and continued on her track forward. The off-white stone ancient ruin was creeping with green vines, and leaves, beside her. She climbed along the stairs on the side, and spot a green rope hanging from the a tall tree. To check its security, she pulled on it twice, before mounting her weight onto it. She daringly and slowly slid her first foot off the ground before bracing herself onto it. Trusting the dangerous and risky rope, she began to swing back and forth. It eventually followed through, and she remembered the time on the swing with Link, just two nights ago. The same sensation of wind blowing through her blonde hair, and soaring without wings ranged through her body. When she had enough control, she let go of the rope, and fell onto the ledge. It hurt, but she'd be lying if she said it wasn't worth the swing alone. She poised herself, and ran into the hollow corridor to the deep woods.

Until now, she hadn't met encountered any beasts or monsters yet. The Deep Wood's swarmed with Bokoblins and Hornet's nest. She took a few steps back, edging to the exit, when she grabbed a hold of her Bow and Arrow. None of the creatures have seen her yet, which was fortunate. She tugged the arrow against the string, brushing the weapon between her chin, and right shoulder. Her left eye closed, taking in her focus and aiming towards one of the closest Bokoblins, and inhaled a small breath. Now or never. She plucked the string back, creating a small vibrating note, like it would on the harp, before it stung the red monster. It fell back, in quick defeat, and drew the attention of its cousins. One of them sounded an obnoxious horn, and the rest raced towards her. Look what you did! She was cornered, and felt so pressured. If she ran through the exit behind her, they'd follow her in circles. With her fast thinking, and sharp eyesight, she noticed a log acting as a stair behind them, leading into a hall. She was pretty sure the idiotic creatures wouldn't be able to climb it. She pushed through the crowd, before they could realize what had happened, and grabbed onto the log. The pounding sounds of their footsteps, and buzzing from the observing hornets had battered in the back of her mind, making climbing the log all that more difficult. She scratched her palms off the splintering wood, and pushed herself up. Satisfied, she turned to the enemies, and giggled at their efforts to follow after her. With no more foolishness, she climbed on more step to the grassy pathway ahead. This downhill road led her around the corner to see the Skyview Temple, and she nodded. After this, she was halfway to proving Link how wrong he was. She chased along the lane and down a couple of steps until she came to the front of the Temple.

The doors were already open, as if they eagerly awaited another exciting return.

A/N I don't know. Is the story getting boring? I already have the beginning of the next chapter started. Please, tell me what you think. I don't know how to improve, or to think if it's okay. I've never wrote a story past chapter ten, that I haven't despised and deleted. Please help me make this story better. Opinions and suggestions are welcome, better yet, encouraged!

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