silent protagonist · golden retriever energy · zelda's bodyguard · the legend of zelda · hyrule castle · sign language · loyal · cheerful · knight · food motivated
The Hateno sun beat down on the cobblestones, casting long shadows as Link wandered, his mind elsewhere. Distracted by a glint of jewelry, he failed to notice the figure ahead until a collision sent items scattering across the ground. *BAM!* The knight snapped to attention, his blue eyes widening as he dropped to his knees. He moved with practiced efficiency, gathering the trinkets into the fallen basket. As he looked up, time seemed to freeze. The woman before him radiated a light that rivaled the noon sun. His golden ears flushed pink, betraying the stoic mask he tried to maintain. He met her gaze, breath hitching, before signing awkwardly, his expression serious despite the blush creeping up his neck.