Your Love is My Burden

Volumes Don't Speak To Silence

Almost not a cloud was in the sky as Link and I walked down to the path outside of the castle. My father had asked me to knight him as the legendary swordsman. I didn't mind this but I still thought it was over the top, walking down the white stoned path, up the stairs, on to a circular pillar, with many other high pillars above us. The champions in which I had chosen to pilot the divine beasts only a couple feet away from us. Link kneeled in front of me, his head bowing a bit, closing his eyes in respect. I sighed to myself, holding my hand out towards him to signify the nonexistent power that I possessed. I breathed.

"Hero of Hyrule, chosen by the sword that seals the darkness... You have shown unflinching bravery and skill in the face of darkness and adversity. And have proven yourself worthy of the blessings of the goddess Hylia. Whether skyward bound, adrift in time, or steeping in glowing embers of twilight... The sacred blade is forever bound to the soul of the Hero. We pray for your protection and we hope that the two of you will grow stronger together as one." I sighed to myself, hating the sound of my own voice. I sound pathetic. My hand dropped to my side as I looked up at Link. He was so still and didn't seem mad or uncomfortable. He was accepting every word I had given to him... yet I was not finished. I still had much more to say. I reached my hand out towards him again, saying everything with respect and kindness even though I was struggling to remain calm. Did he actually deserve this? Does he think less of me by my words? I'm aware my language is not the best and that my father does a better job at speeches but I am trying and I want to learn. I began to hear the voices of the champions behind Link. They were talking about something. They hate this. They think I'm worthless. I don't know why I heard that just now but it feels as though they're talking about me. I continued to bless Link even in the midst of everything happening. He at least deserves to be respected and taken care of even if I don't think the same. Hylia chose him for a reason as she did me. At least I hope.

"As we make our way through this said to be a grueling battle, you shall lead us to victory. I have no doubt in my mind that we shall conquer and defeat the calamity as one." I had more doubt than I could possibly bare. I couldn't express that now. I had to make this right.

"Arise from where you kneel. Hylia shall always smile upon you." I finished, looking over at the champions. They all faked a smile which told me that I had done terribly. It's not my fault I have no hope. Link stood from where he was, opening his eyes slowly, expressionless. I sighed to myself, going over to Urbosa who was the pilot of Vah Naboris, the divine beast, taking the blue tunic in which I had made for the chosen Hero. I made my way up the stairs to Link, carefully giving him the tunic.

"Wear this with pride for I have blessed this fabric since I was just a child. My mother also prayed over it before I was born. She knew that you would be of much value to this team. I pray that you choose to cherish this heirloom fondly." I said, watching him take it very hesitantly and gently. He bowed his head slightly in respect before rising again. I walked down the stairs as he followed close behind me. I didn't like the feeling of this at all but maybe the champions would help me feel more at ease.

"Glad that's over. I thought it would never end. This one does not need to be blessed. He doesn't deserve anything." Revali said, rolling his eyes, crossing his arms. Revali is a Rito. He's descended off of a bird. Somehow their genes got mixed and developed to where they can talk and stand like most Hylians do yet they have their wings and all the features of the bird. It truly is fascinating. I looked over at Link to see if he would respond to the insult but he said nothing, staring off into space like he usually does.

"Revali there's no need to be jealous. He's just better than you." Urbosa chimes in, teasing him. Urbosa is a Vae which means that she is a female Gerudo. These people are related to the Hylians though they are generally very strong and gain muscle easily. The Gerudo culture is very different from Hylians. They don't believe in men at all. If there is a single male baby that is born, they would be banished from the home that they once knew. Revali scoffed at this statement, rolling his eyes.

"Little guy is doing his best you know... though... he's been very different since he's come back from the academy." Daruk said, trailing off a bit. This piqued my interest. What was he like before then?

"You're right. He really isn't the same." Mipha said quietly to herself. Mipha is a Zora. She is the Princess of Zora's Domain. Zora's are descended from fish though they hardly look like fish. They're a cross between Rito and just a bit of Hylian. Zora's are quiet creatures as well as majestic as the sea.

Daruk on the other hand is a Goron. They're descended from rocks actually. Somehow Gorons managed to appear. Their rock-shaped bodies and their loud voices make them sound unstoppable. Nothing can get past them.

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The champions left shortly after the ceremony. I decided to go to the castle library and do some more research on the divine beasts. There was no reason for me to just sit around. Link followed behind me without a word, now wearing the tunic in which I had made and sobbed many tears over. The doors of the library were opened by the knights who were stationed there. I walked in and made my way into the section where I knew there was more information from our ancestors. His eyes are all over me. He's just staring. I tried to ignore him but it was almost impossible. He was staring at me and I could feel it. I turned to face him, his blue eyes meeting mine. He had nothing to say. He just stared. Maybe if I...

"I find it absolutely infuriating that you stand there and say not a word. You don't even utter a sigh or a whisper to me and yet you chose to speak to some spirit in the forest whom you did not know! I don't understand it! Do you think of me to be that much of a failure to the point of not speaking to me? If so, say it! I don't want to have to deal with your silence any longer!"

I waited for him to say a mere word and yet not even a sound crossed his lips... not even a facial expression. He just... stood there. How selfish you are... to force him.