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The rest of the night was so pleasant that Liesl wondered if it might have been a dream when she woke the next morning. And this time, Zelda didn’t even have to rouse her! But whether that was due to the excitement from their evening or the anxiety that this day would bring, she didn’t know.Today followed a more familiar routine as the two women got ready and went to breakfast. Zelda eschewed any extravagant dress for something more regal, but no less stunning. Almost a uniform in and of itself and one…-
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The rest of the ball proceeded in much the same manner, Liesl watched Zelda and Rowan watched her. Thankfully, with him looming, no other young men felt bold enough to approach. Calla had disappeared, unfortunately, not at all to Liesl’s surprise. She better not leave without saying goodbye tomorrow morning, though!Liesl’s task provided a convenient distraction for at least some of the evening, and by the time she was done, she’d managed to secure an assortment of pastries and savory finger foods. If…
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By the time Arall’s hands left the hilt of the Master Sword, most people had turned to look toward the large, open doors of the temple. Past the two dozen or so pews and the large columns that supported the roof. Then the first piercing scream came, and the King rose from his chair and looked over to Rowan.“Handle this,” he commanded before bringing up his finger and pointing off in the direction of the commotion as if it wasn’t obvious what he was referring to. “ Now.” “ Right away, Your…
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Liesl didn’t know how long she and Zelda sat on the floor in a tight embrace. Not nearly long enough, of course. Because their reunion abruptly ended a moment later with the arrival of too many people to count. The King, Impa, Rowan. Soldiers and nobles. Anyone that thought to come help. The King pulled Zelda away immediately and up to her feet so he could look her over while Rowan did the same to Liesl. To the protest of both women. Liesl even tried to shove the big soldier back, but her arms were weak…
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Liesl didn’t think Zelda fell asleep, but she remained quiet following their brief conversation. Whether it was because of exhaustion or much-needed time to think, Liesl didn’t know. Probably a combination, if she had to guess. She certainly had a lot on her mind, and the silent contemplation hung about them for what must have been hours.It wasn’t until more soldiers arrived that both of them stirred, and after a brief discussion with Rowan and the King, they came for the pair. Unfortunately, it was…
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The rest of the trip continued in much the same way, with Liesl deep in her mind and Rowan occasionally glancing over with that concerned look on his face. Oh well, at least it only took two or three attempts of him trying to get her attention for the old man to finally get the message that she didn’t want to talk. Not to him, anyway. Which, while possibly being a little rude, also allowed her to calm some of her anger. Some, not all. And just so he understood, she pushed her horse a little harder in…
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Zelda? Where was Zelda? The Princess had only left a minute before Liesl but had seemingly vanished into thin air. Well, Liesl supposed she made an incorrect guess on where Zelda would head first, and in that time, she’d slipped away deeper into the castle. That was how Liesl ended up standing in the doorway to Zelda’s room, combing over the empty space with intense scrutiny. Nope, it was just the way they left it this morning, with perhaps some minor cleaning in the meantime?Once her gaze swept over…
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496 AS“Wake up, sleepyhead.”Liesl groaned at the soft voice that stirred her from her slumber. Her face scrunched thereafter, and her hands came up to grab the edge of the comforter so she could bring it up over her head.“Oh no, you don’t,” Zelda said before gripping the blanket and pulling it back down. “You don’t get to hide away on my birthday!”That’s right! It was Zelda’s birthday, wasn’t it? And not just any birthday, her eighteenth birthday. As if Liesl could possibly forget!…
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The two stayed up on the top of the tower until Zelda’s stomach loudly announced that it had gone quite long enough without being satiated. Which meant it was time to go down and rustle something up to eat. It was long past dinner when the pair finally made themselves known to the world again, but neither felt like sitting in the dining hall and eating, anyway. Not to mention the whole…Liesl being confined to her room thing. So, she popped her head into the kitchen instead and asked the cook on duty to…
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Liesl wished the calming presence of Zelda would have been enough to ensure a deep and peaceful sleep. Alas, the events of the day invaded her dreams regardless. Violence, fear, and worst of all, the attempted kidnapping of the Princess. Over and over again, Liesl’s mind painted a picture of what it would’ve been like to lose Zelda. To lose someone so close to her again, just like her parents.So, when she finally stirred, Liesl stayed awake even if it was far too early to get up, judging by the…
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Huh, Liesl didn't usually arrive at their training room first. In fact, she never did. And yet, the room was empty? How strange. Well, Rowan did actually have an important job, and she was lucky that he'd been able to get away so regularly over the past few months. And even if he wasn't here yet, she wouldn't waste this time either and headed straight for the swords wrapped in cloth and hidden away behind some of the crates.Once she removed the blades, she took one in both hands and went to the center of…
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Thud. Thud. "That's it, Liesl! Keep striking, keep moving." The tenor of Rowan's voice was one of excitement, of encouragement as he watched from the side. His fists were even balled and moved slightly with each word, as if he had to restrain himself from punching the air around them. Liesl, however, was out of breath. Her arms were on fire, her feet felt like they were wearing not one, but two pairs of heavy, armored boots. And yet, she persisted. She kept persisting because she'd been at it for…
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Unlike Zelda, Rowan made sure to describe their route on the way back. Both to provide directions and alternative routes to reach the small storeroom without being seen. Also, unlike the Princess, he was much more careful about being seen by anyone else. It was easier to explain why Liesl was out of her room with Zelda than it was with him, and there could only be one assumption as to why they were together. At least in the King's mind. Which just so happened to be the correct assumption, in this case. So,…
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Time continued to drag into the afternoon, and Liesl was left with nothing but her thoughts. The attack, the King’s demands, her conversation with Impa…and with Rowan. Rowan . She hadn’t been very fair to him, had she? Yelling at him and then clamming up, refusing to let him explain further. And despite that, he had stayed behind with the King, fighting for her to be treated with even a modicum of respect if not fully as the person she was born to be. The hero. From what she could tell, he’d…
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Once Liesl and Rowan separated, he led them to the swords and then reached down to pick up one from where it rested. It looked to be a standard broadsword with a hilt big enough for one hand, but it was still smaller than the Master Sword overall. “Here,” he said before turning it in his hands and bringing it up so the hilt was facing her. Liesl’s eyes dropped from him to the blade before her hand rose from her side. However, it paused soon after, hovering in the air just above the hilt. Rowan’s…
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"There's been another attack," Zelda said as she came in the door and shut it behind her. Liesl turned from the stand that held the ball gown for the evening, and her hands dropped away from flitting over the last few details. She had already been in a sour mood, having to prepare the thing knowing she wasn't allowed to attend the big event. Now this latest bit of news finally turned her neutral expression into a scowl. "Another? Where?" Liesl would've liked it if the attack on the Zora were the only one…
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