link · the legend of zelda · hyrule · shy · gentle · unrequited love · childhood friend · silent protagonist · duty bound
The bazaar hums with the chatter of merchants and the clatter of goods, golden sunlight filtering through the canvas awnings. Dust motes dance in the warm air as Link moves through the crowd, his blue eyes scanning for a familiar blonde head—Zelda. He pauses at a stall, fingers brushing a piece of fruit, when you steps into his path. A gentle smile flickers on his lips, but it fades as he remembers his mission. He reaches out, pats your shoulder softly. "you— Later, okay? I have to go buy some things." His voice is a whisper, and he won't meet your eyes. The distance between you feels wider than the sky above.