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The Hero and The Scholar Chapter 3 Link/Shad

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Chapter 3

Link went back to his room, closed the door and sighed. Midna came out of his shadow. "Are you getting enough rest?" she asked annoyed. Link rolled his eyes, "I'm getting there, Midna... I'm getting there." She floated in front of him, "I'm sorry, Link. I'm being selfish again. You've done so much for me already, I'm sorry." Link smiled sweetly at her, "it's okay. I know you're anxious about ending this thing and finding out where the Mirror of Twilight is. We will find it, I won't let you down, I promise." Midna smirked, "You've got charm, Link. It's dangerous." Link couldn't help but laugh.

Link laid in bed on his back with his hands behind his neck and sighed. The room was dark but he let the window slightly open. He thought about the events that had taken earlier that day. It was nice for once, after weeks of being on the road to get some rest and in a completely different environment other than Ordon or his own little tree house. Castle Town was different, it felt alive to Link. Sure, you can't compare Ordon to Castle Town but it is much more exciting, very different. He laughed and shook his head at Telma's flirts and then Shad came into his mind. Shad. Of all the people that Link had met throughout his journey, Shad had been the only one who'd shown genuine interest in him, he felt comfortable with him, like they've been friends for years instead of mere hours. Link was actually hoping he could spend some more time with the scholar. He can become a really good friend. I need more friends my age. With that thought, he closed his eyes and fell asleep.

Shad was getting ready to leave his apartment to go the town's library in search of some books that can help him with his Ooca research. He walked out of the building and headed toward the main plaza. As he walked, his attention was caught and had him stop completely. Shad held his breath for a few seconds. Link. He was in the park across from the inn; he threw a bone and watched how a small dog brought the bone back. Shad could hear Link laugh and saw how the hero picked up the dog and it licked Link's face happily making him laugh harder. When he put the dog down, Link saw Shad.

"Shad!" He waved as he walked to the scholar.

Calm yourself down, lad! Shad cleared his throat. "Good morning, Link. How are you? I trust you had a good night?"

Link nodded, "yeah, the inn is nice and quiet. It's been a while since I had a quiet night like that in weeks."

"I'm glad you did, old boy. Say, do you have something planned for today?"

"No, nothing at all. I was going to go to Telma's or something. I don't know, really."

"I was going to the library, but that can wait. Have you eaten?"

Link shook his head. "Neither have I. Would you like to go get something?"

"Yeah, sounds good."

They walked to Telma's in comfortable silence. Once inside, Telma waved. "Boys! Hello! Nice to see you two today. What can I do for you?"

"Well, me and Link haven't eaten anything, can we get some breakfast?"

"You boys come sit down and I will fix it right away."

"Thank you, Telma. Can I use your bathroom?" Asked Link.

"Why of course, honey. Bathroom is right behind you."

"Thank you." Both Shad and Telma saw Link disappear into the bathroom.

Shad turned around to Telma, who was leaning against the counter with a stupid grin on her face looking at Shad. He jumped back.

"What is it?"

"You and Link are getting breakfast together... I told you he would be perfect for you."

Shad gasped. "I beg your pardon! Get those filthy thoughts out of that head of yours."

"Nothing happened?"

"No! I am not that kind of person. I don't even know if he's into... men."

"What happened after you two left last night?"

"We had a small conversation as we walked and then we parted ways."

"That's it?"

"Yes. And this morning I saw him playing with a dog in the park."

"Mmm hmm, and you were staring at him."

"Well... I was... not... yes I was."

Telma laughed. "Oh, Shad. Don't get your hopes high, honey. I don't want you to get hurt."

Shad looked sad and nodded. "I must say, I am afraid of that."

"Afraid of what?" Asked Link as he sat next to Shad. Telma was standing there with her mouth open looking at Shad.

Say something, you twit! "Uh... golden bugs! Yes, I am afraid of golden bugs." Now you made yourself look like a complete fool.

Link raised his eyebrows. "Really? They're harmless. I'll help you get rid of your fear."

Shad blinked, "eh... alright."

Link smiled and patted Shad's back, "good. We can go search for some out of town for a while."

Shad smiled nervously. "Sure, why not?"



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Link and Shad were in the gardens outside of Castle Town. The scholar watched as the hero tiptoed to try to catch a golden beetle.

"Got it!" He exclaimed proudly. "Don't be afraid, Shad. Come see."

Shad got close and saw the bug. It shinned brightly. Shad smiled. "It is quite remarkable, I must say."

Link moved closer to Shad until their shoulders were touching. Link's face was closer and whispered. "They're beautiful indeed." The hero looked up to see Shad and grinned. Shad chuckled and blushed. "Uh... yes... they are." Such a breathtaking smile.

Link bent down and released the beetle. "Are you still afraid?"

"Hm? Afraid of what?"

"Of golden bugs, Shad."

Shad smiled, "Not anymore, thanks to you, Link."

Link smiled and that made Shad happy.



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They sat side by side on the ground looking at Lake Hylia. Shad turned to Link. "Link, if you do not mind me asking... how old are you?"

"17, why?"

"You're 17 and you've fought all these battles? You're remarkable."

Link chuckled and scratched the back of his head. "Oh, it's nothing. Everything has a purpose, I have a purpose, I guess. But it's nothing, really."

He's blushing and he's stuttering... how adorable.

Link smirked, "how about you? How old are you?"

"19. My birthday was last month."

"Well, happy birthday... late, but you know, happy birthday."

Shad laughed, "thank you, old boy. Say... what did you back in Ordon before all your adventures began?"

"I'm a rancher and the town's helper, I'm always helping out people."

"And your friend Ilia?"

"What about her?"

"I mean, are you two..."

Link frowned, "oh, no. Me and Ilia? That is never going to happen, trust me." He laughed.

"Why not?"

Link paused for a moment and thought about his response. Because I don't like girls. "Ilia is like a sister to me. We grew up together. I am pretty much the town's adopted son."

Shad turned to Link and sat with his legs crossed. "Adopted son? Where are your parents?"

Link sighed and looked down. "They're dead."

Shad felt horrible. "Link, I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to..."

"No, it's okay." Link interrupted and turned to Shad and sat with his legs crossed, their knees were touching. "I was 7 years old when my parents died. We all lived in Ordon. My father was actually good friends with Rusl. Father was starting to teach me how to handle a sword. My wooden sword... he carved it for me." Link smiled at the memory. "Three days later, we were in Faron Woods, me, my mother and father and we were having a picnic, just like we did every week..."

Link closed his eyes and hung his head. Shad was mortified, he put a hand on Link's shoulder. "This is too much for you," said the scholar softly. "You don't have to tell me."

"No," Link said as he looked up at Shad, his blue eyes shining with tears. "I haven't told a lot of people what happen. I want to tell you because I trust you."

"Okay," he replied softly again as he squeezed his shoulder.

Link took a deep breath. "We were attacked by a group of demons. There were too many. My father shouted at me and my mother to run back to the village and get help. I ran as fast as I could until I realized I was at Ordon Spring and saw that my mother was not behind me and it got really quiet. I still ran to Ordon to get Rusl. His wife Uli had just given birth to their son, Colin. Rusl, Mayor Bo, Jaggle and Hanch who still live there, went back to Faron Woods to search for my parents. I stayed in the village with Uli. They came back and told me that my parents did not survive the attack. Rusl was the one who took me in. But everyone treated me so kindly after the attack, so I became the town's adopted child."

A tear fell down Link's cheek and Shad on impulse leaned in and wiped it away with his thumb. "I say, Rusl and the rest of Ordon Village did a magnificent job raising you. You are an admirable and courageous young man, Link."

Link chuckled lightly. "I'm sorry you had to see that side of me, Shad. It isn't normal for me to cry like this."

"I think it's beautiful," Shad said without thinking. Once he realized what he said, he froze in place. There I go again with these blasted comments, Shad, you're an utter idiot!

"What did you say?"

"I uh, said... beautiful afternoon, isn't it. Shall we head back?"

"Yeah, we should."

Link stood up quickly and offered a hand to Shad who took it and Link lifted him up making Shad stumble. Link wrapped his arms around him and caught him from falling. Shad's hands rested on Link's shoulders. They both laughed.

"Dear me!" Shad giggled nervously. "I am so clumsy, I do apologize."

Link let him go. "Don't apologize, no harm done." Link smiled and patted his upper back. "Let's go back." Shad nodded and they made their way to Castle Town as the sun was setting on the horizon.
A/N: I would like to thank rowen raven for giving me ideas for the title of my story. "The Hero and the Scholar." Thank you again!

This is more of them getting to know each other and Shad still getting flustered. I hope you guys like it. Please review! :)

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I am loving this story so far