Time Linked Together

Through Eagle Eye's 2

For the past fourteen days, Link has been residing in Rito Village, immersing himself in the local culture. Over time, the villagers have grown more at ease around him. Even the youngsters have begun approaching him, extending invitations to join their games and explore the quaint isles near Lake Totori, which can be reached via the bridges. The grown-ups, too, have warmed up to him, appreciative of the new recipes he has introduced them to and his overall amiable demeanor, despite their initial reservations in accepting him.

Throughout his visit, the esteemed guest displayed unwavering kindness and generosity towards the villagers, which did not go unnoticed. They were grateful for his warm presence and invited him to partake in customary rituals steeped in tradition and significance. Among these were the intimate festivals, where songbirds chirped harmoniously and skilled warriors displayed impressive displays. To the delight of the villagers, the guest even offered to showcase his archery prowess, earning high praise from The Village Elder and numerous Rito Warriors who bore witness to his skillful shooting at the challenging flight range.

Of all the people who paid attention to him, Link was least thrilled about interacting with Revali, the champion who approached and lauded him with rude behavior. "Well, I suppose it's unexpected to see a Hylian like you doing something impressive for once with one of our Swallow bows, but let's not get too excited," Revali remarked. Link couldn't help but roll his eyes at the comment. However, he still complimented Revali's exceptional archery skills and noted how quickly he had destroyed all the targets.

As expected of the champion, he couldn't help but display his extraordinary skills to everyone present. It was a sight to behold as he effortlessly executed the magnificent move he had created, the Ravali Gale. Although already aware of his remarkable abilities, Link graciously allowed Revali to witness his genuine admiration and respect.

Following their previous interactions in his memories, he had come to a deeper understanding of the root cause of Revali's hostility towards him. It became apparent that Revali's antipathy stemmed from Link's apparent lack of emotional expression. The misconception that Link considered himself superior to Revali was merely a result of Revali's misinterpretation of Link's emotional state. In reality, Link was envious of Revali's unrestricted ability to express himself and act on his impulses despite the heavy responsibilities of his status as a Rito warrior and champion.

However, this was different for Link. He was always expected to conduct himself impeccably and adhere to the path laid out for him. From what he can remember, his father and the senior knights of his community had instilled this lesson in him from a young age.

Despite this, Link recognized that Revali was still young and had not yet attained the standard of maturity expected of Rito warriors at age 21. He still had fledgling marks on his cheeks. He realized that the 17-year-old was eager to impress others with his exceptional abilities and became frustrated when Link did not respond as he had hoped.

Link didn't appear to be fazed by Revali's sharp-tongued remarks. As they spent more time together, Revali's acerbic comments gradually subsided. In fact, Link began to glimpse a side of Revali that he had never seen before. Although he still harbored some residual resentment towards Hylians, he became less hostile and antagonistic towards Link. This newfound civility was a welcome relief to Link, who had grown weary of Revali's constant sniping.

However, despite the slight shift in their dynamic, Link knew he needed to be prepared for the challenges ahead. He carefully gathered warm clothing, a generous supply of arrows, and multiple bows, knowing that he would need to be well-equipped for whatever lay ahead. Even though the shopkeepers were kind enough to offer him discounts, he was willing to pay the total price or even a little more to ensure he had everything he needed to face whatever obstacles came his way.