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Footsteps rang out clearly as we approached our destination. Metal had been set into the ground like stepping stones for us to follow. I welcomed the clanging noise they brought, as they drowned out the silence between Link and I, if only for a moment.  My foot narrowly avoided a puddle of lava as a shrill cry reached my ears. 

      Link was the first to start running.  He dashed past a nearby pile of boulders to answer that cry of help.  I followed suit, wondering what the issue could be.  After a brief moment of recognition, I thought knew exactly who'd been yelling. 

     Sure enough, the culprit was Yunobo.  He was cowering under the bright light of Daruk's fiery shield.  He held his head in his hands as he shrieked.  I heard Link scoff and plug his ears at the noise.  I figured I'd handle the issue myself. 

     Yunobo was surrounding on all sides by great, looming monsters.  Each beast stomped in irritation, unable to break through the magical defenses.  "Hang on, Yunobo!"  I called out, hoping to put an end to his ceaseless yelling.  Grasping my scimitar tightly in one hand, I called upon Urbosa's power.  Pure energy coursed through my veins as I swung the blade around.  Bolts of lightning rained down from the sky, striking through the irksome creatures.  Static cracked like an array of thunder and put a stop to the monsters' advances. 

     Much to my surprise, they didn't fall immediately.  I rushed in alone to strike them while they were vulnerable.  The remains of Urbosa's fury twinkled across my blade as I lashed own, slashing the two monsters to bits as quickly as possible.  I could've sworn I felt Urbosa's spirit at my side for a moment, cheering me on through my battles.  I couldn't help but think of what I wouldn't give to speak with her, or any of the champions again right now.  Seeing them fight by my side reminded me of how greatly I missed them. 

     With a grimace, I tucked away my blade.  The creatures dissipated into a thick, purplish smoke, leaving behind few remains.  They began to burn immediately.   Soon, they'd be nothing but ash against the molten landscape.  Link paid them no mind as he walked past me wordlessly to address the Goron youth, who seemed grateful of his rescue.  Nevertheless, he still seemed nervous as he began to speak. 

     "T-Thanks for saving me!  You're crazy strong..." he said, mumbling that last part.  "Don't mention it," I dismissed with a wave.  Yunobo nodded and glanced behind us, as though expecting someone.  "Still no sign of the Boss, huh?" he said with a sigh.  "He's not coming," Link said bluntly.  "Said he had a back ache." 

     Yunobo shook his fists.  "After all the trouble we went through to get those painkillers, they didn't even work!"  I couldn't help but feel bad for him as he shook his head.  Link needed to go easy on him, and knock off that annoyed attitude.  "Well, if Boss isn't coming... then I guess I'll have to head back home."

     I bit my lip.  Now was our chance.  "Wait!  You should stay."

     "Huh?  Why's that, goro?"

     "Because we need to board Vah Rudania, and we think you can help."  Yunobo jumped back in physical alarm. "Wha- Seriously?  You're trying to BOARD the Divine Beast!" He shook his head.  "Who do you two think you are? Lord Daruk?"

     "No, we just think we can help."  Link interjected.  "It's dangerous in there!  Though... if you weakened it beforehand... you might just be able to get inside," he spoke thoughtfully, biting his thumb as he considered the possibilities.  He turned back to us suddenly.  "But why risk it? What's the point?"