A.N. I'd like to thank you guys for all the lovely things you said about the last chapter. I rewrote that chapter like three times before I was finally satisfied, so I'm glad you all like it^^ Here's the next one for you guys enjoy!
Chapter 5 Two Sides
A missile came barreling towards Zelda from above. Summoning Nayru's power Zelda reflected the projectile in front of her. The missile changing course bouncing off Zelda's magic. The wire frame that once stood poised to attack in front of Zelda was greeted by the reflected missile exploding in its face. Following up Zelda kicked the wire frame while it was still reeling from the missile. The holographic man fell back right into Samus fist nailing him in the back. The wire frame man dematerialized disappearing from the training room.
Samus took a more relaxed stance once the training hologram disappeared. Zelda too relaxed letting out a deep breath.
"I'm glad I've got the timing down on reflecting that. Getting blown up by your missiles probably won't help us in a real match." If Samus could laugh Zelda believed the hunter may have chuckled.
The two had begun practicing for their upcoming match against Bowser and Mario. Zelda found training with Samus vastly different than practicing with Link. While Link was an excellent teacher showing Zelda how to improve. Samus pushed the Princess to adapt, letting Zelda learn by experience.
By now they were working on fighting together, though the training holograms were usually simple to defeat. They were getting a rhythm together, defeating even the higher level wireframes with relative ease. Zelda found Samus fairly easy to cooperate with in combat. The hunter was like a tank ignoring damage like it was nothing, it was unsurprising Link believe them to be a robot. Samus must have been fighting for a long time. They fought like a finely crafted weapon, easily adapting to Zelda's aid in combat.
Samus' weapons and Zelda's magic became a deadly combination. Zelda was snapped from her musings though when a cold hand was tapping her shoulder. Zelda smiled at her teammate.
"Lost in thought, ready to go again?" Samus tilted their head a question Zelda had learned the gesture meant. Zelda thought for a moment for a second thinking of the possible questions Samus would ask. The Princess had yet to reveal her learning sign language to the hunter. As there was only so much one could learn from books, and Zelda still knew too little to understand Samus very well.
"Are you suggesting we take a break?" Zelda guessed, though she doubted Samus needed a rest. She had still yet to see any form of fatigue from the hunter. If it wasn't for the fact that Samus' voice was gone, something a mechanical being could just fix. Zelda might have believed Samus was some form of robotic being.
The scarlet helmet nodded confirming they believed it was time for a break. They had been training for several hours, and Zelda's muscles ached from use. It may be time for a rest, else Zelda would imagine she'd be far too tired to fight effectively.
Normally when they took a break. The two went their separate ways before meeting back at the training building. Today Zelda decided to see if she could change that.
"Would you care to join me? I was going to go to the cafe and relax before we get back to training." The hunter seemed to think for a second before nodding. They left for the cafe together in comfortable silence. Zelda couldn't help but notice when walking down the streets people seemed to stay clear of Samus, as if afraid. If they weren't avoiding the hunter's space they were giving uncertain looks. One of the Toads Zelda believed they were called even dropped his grocery bags stumbling away. If this bothered the hunter Zelda couldn't tell. Samus was an emotional wall that even as observant as Zelda was she wasn't able to read anything from the metal clad warrior.
At the cafe Zelda got an interesting drink called iced tea that couldn't be found in Hyrule. The two sat at a booth Zelda sipping her drink. Samus didn't get anything which wasn't surprising. Out of curiosity Zelda asked the question on her mind.
"Do you need to eat? I've never seen you get tired, or even drink something." Zelda got the feeling that under that helmet Samus was chuckling. The hunter nodded confirming their need for food.
"Why do I get the feeling you're getting a good laugh at me." Samus shrugged leaning back. Zelda was certain that the hunter was at least amused by the Princess falling for the rumors about Samus being more mechanical in nature. Zelda smiled shaking her head in an exasperated manner. Clearly Samus cared little for the rumors about them, or if they did the hunter didn't bother to correct anyone except Zelda.
"I've been meaning to ask you. I've been trying to learn a bit of sign language, but I can't really grasp it through books. I was hoping you could help." Samus didn't react for a second then their helmet tilted questioning the Princess.
"Why?" Zelda confirmed, Samus nodded their visor gazing at the Princess.
"I'd like to be able to understand you. I can't learn enough from books, so I was hoping you could help." The hunter still had their helmet tilted seemingly confused as to why Zelda would want to learn. Eventually though the hunter shrugged and nodded.
"You'll teach me?" The Princess asked excitedly, learning something new was always exciting to the royal. Samus nodded before raising their hand and making a one gesture with their fingers.
"You want something in return?" Zelda guessed which was reasonable. Time Samus used for teaching Zelda could be used for training. Samus nodded confirming Zelda's guess.
"What can I do for you?" The hunter appeared to think for a second, before they could form some kind of response though. The bell tied to the cafe door chimed the next thing the Princess knew a yellow blur flew by. When the dust cleared the mouse like pokemon Pikachu was standing on the table facing the hunter.
"Pika Pi!" Pikachu looked like it was practically vibrating with excitement. To Zelda's surprise Samus tapped the pokemon's forehead in almost scolding manner. The hunter pointed to Zelda before looking back at the pokemon.
Pikachu spun around scratching the back of his head apologetically.
"Chuuuu." Zelda smiled it appeared that Pikachu was saying sorry for flying in butting into her and Samus' conversation.
"It's okay," Zelda patted the pokemon's head who nuzzled the Princess' palm. Content with Zelda's response the pokemon turned back to Samus. Without a second thought Pikachu jumped right onto Samus' head the hunter barely responding as if this was normal.
"Pika, pika pi!" The pokemon continued making small noises as if Samus would understand them. The yellow mouse like creature adjusted himself so he could comfortably lay on top the hunter. Zelda couldn't stop the giggle from escaping her. Really how could anyone be afraid of Samus. They came off as a little aloof and an extremely powerful warrior, but watching them let a small mouse pokemon sit on their head was one of the most adorably humorous things Zelda has seen in while.
Samus looked to Zelda with a look that the Princess could only guess was a glare. That said laugh again and I'll punch you. Pikachu didn't seem to like Samus not paying attention to him though, as the pokemon used its tiny hands to flail in front of Samus' visor. The hunter complied reaching up to pet the pokemon's head.
"Chuuu!" Electric sparks came from Pikachu's red cheeks showing its happiness. Zelda had to lean back to avoid getting a small shock coming from the pokemon. The Princess couldn't help the second laugh at the hunter's expense. A green visor glared at her, but then the hunter tapped Pikachu's head. The pokemon leaned over the hunter to look into their visor.
A second passed an unspoken conversation passing between the pokemon and hunter. Before Zelda could react the small pokemon jumped on the royal.
"Pika!" Since Zelda was smaller Pikachu had to adjust himself to balance on her shoulder. The pokemon nuzzled Zelda face making small noises of happiness. Zelda couldn't help but wonder how Samus communicated with Pikachu.
Zelda flinched when a small amount of static came from the happy pokemon. Carefully Zelda picked the pokemon off of her placing him back on the table.
"Sorry, I'm a little less electric proof than Samus." The pokemon's ears flicked appearing embarrassed. Pikachu hopped back onto Samus getting comfortable.
The rest of the time at cafe was very enjoyable. The hunter showed Zelda a few simple signs that Zelda had somewhat a grasp on from the books, and the excitable pokemon kept both entertained. Never letting either of them go too long before reminding them that he was there. By the time it was time to return to training Zelda was feeling refreshed, and ready to get back to work.
Pikachu followed them back to the training building, or tried to ride back on Samus' head. Until the hunter grabbed him by the scruff of his neck placing him on the ground. It didn't seem to detrey the pokemon and he happily jumped on Zelda's shoulder instead. Zelda didn't mind as long as the pokemon wasn't producing electricity.
The training room was just as they left it with its clear white tiles that would project holograms. Pikachu hopped off Zelda's shoulder his fur bristling with excitement. The pokemon turned to Zelda and Samus looking determined.
"Pika!" Electricity sparked around the yellow pokemon Zelda quirked an eyebrow.
"Are you challenging us?" More energy came from the pokemon as it looked at Zelda. The Princess glanced at Samus who shrugged.
"It wouldn't really be fair two on one." Zelda pointing out, never feeling right if the odds were not fair for all parties. Samus seemed to solve this issues the hunter went over to the far wall leaning against it, arms crossed. Zelda gave the hunter an amused look.
"You know ditching me before the fight even begins does not inspire confidence in our teamwork." The hunter shrugged before motioning to Pikachu with a stare saying you're afraid to fight that. The pokemon seemed to pick up on that and a small blast of electricity came from the pokemon. Nailing the hunter sparks showered off the metal armor, Samus didn't even flinch though. The metal warrior must be used to Pikachu's electric attacks, or their armor protected them enough they didn't feel it.
"Alright Pikachu, after you." Zelda took a fighting stance grinning, though a hint of worry crossed the Princess' mind. This would be her first match against a creature like Pikachu. Zelda knew little about these pokemon, so the Princess would have to be ready for anything.
Taking the invitation Pikachu sprung forward at blinding speed. Zelda hardly had the time to spin out of the way. Acting fast Zelda kicked the yellow creature away while it was trying to readjust himself. It may have been fast, but coming out of a charge like that left Pikachu open.
Din's power came to Zelda's hand fire bursting from her fingertips right at the pokemon. Pikachu jumped avoiding the fire then angling downward the pokemon's skull bashed right into Zelda's stomach before she could dodge.
Zelda tried to punch the pokemon away, but Pikachu clung to Zelda. In the next moment Zelda's vision went white as electricity assaulted the Princess. Zelda collapsed to her knees as Pikachu jumped away the damage done. The pokemon must have thought that was the end of Zelda, as he didn't even try to dodge when another blast of magic was sent flying at him. A cry of pain and surprise came from the yellow creature as he was sent soaring through the air.
Through Zelda's blurry vision she willed her magic to the surface, quickly getting up running at the pokemon. While Pikachu tried to recover the Princess struke the pokemon before he could counter attack. The pokemon being so light went flying hitting the wall with an audible thud. Pikachu made a whining noise, defeated.
Zelda let out a sigh of relief her body burned from Pikachu's electric attack. The Princess stumbled until a cool hand gently took her arm supporting her.
"Thanks Samus," the hunter gave a firm nod helping Zelda to lean against the wall. She slowly eased down to sit, while Samus went over to the pokemon. Pikachu perked up quickly though slightly subdued from the short battle. Samus picked the electric mouse up depositing him next to Zelda.
Pikachu crawled onto Zelda's lap, and the Princess smiled petting the pokemon's soft fur.
"I'll do well not to let your cute demeanor fool me again. You certainly are a force to be reckoned with." The pokemon nuzzled Zelda affectionately.
"Chuuuuu." The pokemon sprawled himself over Zelda relaxing. Samus stood next to the two leaning against the wall their visor aglow. Zelda looked up at the hunter knowing the glowing visor meant Samus was making sure they were okay.
"I'm fine just give me a minute." After a moment Zelda got back up despite Pikachu's protests. Though her entire body still burned from the electric shock Pikachu gave her the Princess wanted to continue. There were sure to be even more powerful opponents in the tournament, and Zelda knew she would have to become stronger. If she had any hopes of getting far into this tournament. Samus and Zelda went back to their training, Pikachu snoozing in the corner of the room all the while.
Link would have been lying if he said he wasn't worried. He tried not to be overbearing and annoy his friend with his worries, but Link was really starting to be concerned for Zelda. Just today he saw Ganondorf, it had taken all Link's willpower not to attack him right then and there. Though Link noted the Gerudo King looked a little worse for wear, like he'd been in a fight or something. It didn't do anything to relax the Hero. His greatest enemy was here, and that only added to the fact his best friend was teamed with a possible crazy killing machine.
The green clad hero took a long sip of his drink groaning. He was trying to relax a little at the small home provided for them. Since the real fighting would be starting soon, but Link couldn't keep his anxieties at bay. Zelda was one of Link's closest friends. Probably the closest friend he had next to Saria and Malon back in Hyrule.
Link couldn't understand how Zelda was so at ease with Samus. She told him that she fought Samus herself. Link would have figured that after seeing how dangerous and cold blooded the metal warrior was. Zelda would be more wary of them, but then again Link wasn't too surprise. Zelda had a knack for being far more forgiving than Link believed she should. Maybe it was a queen thing, Link assumed. He knew how dangerous Samus was though. The hero remembered their epic fight in the final round of the first tournament like it was yesterday.
Final Destination was a rather unnerving stage, at least to Link. The floating platform suspended in the endless void by technology Link knew nothing of. They had just been warped in Samus stood on the opposite side of the stage. The silent metal warrior seemed as calm as could be. While Link held his weapons tightly anticipating the match to begin.
"Three!" Master Hand's booming voice called out, Link held his shield up facing the metal clad warrior.
"Two!" Samus' arm cannon took aim at Link their other hand steadied the weapon.
"One!" Link's boots dug into the smooth ground.
"Fight!" An explosion hit Link's shield making the Hero grunt. Link charged forward his shield protecting him from another missile fired his way. With a wide swing the Hero used the master sword and slashed at the hunter. Samus jumped out of the way firing several energy shots at Link from above.
Link deflected one with his sword dodging the others just barely getting his shield up in time to block Samus as they attempt to slam down and crush the Hero. Stumbling from the heavy metal warrior Link threw them off his shield. Then swinging his sword to make the metal warrior move further away. This only prompted the warrior to fire another missile at him.
Ducking quickly the missile flew over head off into the distance. Samus' fist collided with Link's shield as they came in for another attack. A loud clang of metal rang out, and Link could swear the tough Hyrulian shield dented under the massive force.
Samus was open though and Link quickly brought his sword into a stab. The hunter moved just enough but the scraping of metal on metal could be heard. A visible gash marred the side of the metal warrior's helmet. This didn't seem to bother the metal warrior at all though, and while Link had his arm extended they grabbed him pulling him into their arm cannon.
The weapon made Link's vision spin as the weapon collided with his head. The Hero flailed his shield up knocking Samus away. The metalic taste of blood dripped into his mouth, and Link glared at the metal warrior. Quickly Link reached into his pouch, and pulled out a bomb. Samus' arm cannon was raised, and Link threw the bomb the explosive was met by a missile. Creating a cloud of dark black smoke as the two exploded in the middle of the field.
Link ran through the smoke jumping while within the cloud bringing the master sword down on the metal warrior. Metal screamed as the sword slashed down on Samus. The metal warrior ignored the damage, and kicked Link while he was open. The Hero reeled back hurriedly righting himself blocking another punch with his shield.
The green clad hero cursed to himself. No matter what he did it was like the warrior didn't even feel it. There was now a large gash slicing straight down Samus' body, but it didn't phase them. While Link's vision was blurring in and out from the blow to the head. The blonde was panting keeping his weapons up and ready despite his muscles' protest. He would not give up. He defeated the the king of evil Ganondorf. There was no way Link would lose to some hunk of metal.
The battle continued nether combatant backing down, and while exhaustion began to weigh on the green clad hero. He refused to give up coming at the metal warrior repeatedly. Eventually when the two were trading blows Link saw his moment to end this. Sharply jabbing the master sword forward time seemed to freeze as Link ran the master sword through the metal clad warrior's stomach.
Link didn't know if the sword pierced all the way through, because the next thing he knew a cold metal hand enclosed around his neck. Already injured and tired he could only struggle in vain as he was lifted off the ground. The hand tightened its hold around his neck, and Link could barely get any air into his desperate lungs. As his vision blurred in and out that expressionless visor bore into him. The master sword was firmly hilted in the warrior's stomach, and through his blurring vision he might have seen blood oozing through the damage in the armor.
That didn't matter though, because he was falling now the stage getting smaller Link realized. The metal warrior had threw him off the stage after robbing him of air. Without the master sword Link was unable to use his spin attack in an attempt to get back to the stage, so the Hero fell knowing he had lost.
A.N. What's better than writing adorable moments between Samus and Zelda writing adorable moments between Samus and Zelda. Then throw Pikachu in there! Pikachu is like the cat Samus gave food once now he won't leave her alone until he gets moreXD Joking aside I will go into why Pikachu isn't afraid of Samus later right now though most things about Samus will be revealed as Zelda learns about them.
On a side note I hope you guys enjoyed seeing Link's point of view on things. I wanted to show why he doesn't trust Samus. Since Link is an important part of Zelda's life I will take time to show him growing to see Samus as a friend.
Another side note(I really need to make shorter author notes sorryXD) I've been working through my draft for what's going to happen, and I do plan to take this into the Brawl tournament so I hope you guys stick around to see it. Till next chapter reviews are loved, I'll see you guys then!