Link looked at Zelda incredulously.

"What?"

"I...I can't marry you!" Zelda cried.

"Why?"

"I just can't!"

"That's not good enough!"

"Link, please..."

"Is it because I'm a commoner? Is that it?"

"No, no!"

"Then what is it then?!" Link shouted.

He looked at her...tears where running down her face. She put her face in her hands.

"I..I'm just so afraid!"

Link put his arms around her, Zelda sobbed softly.

"I'm sorry, Zelda. I'm so so sorry. It's the prophesy isn't it? You're afraid it will come true.."

Zelda looked up and nodded at him.

"Most of my prophesies do come true."

"But not all, right?"

Zelda hesitated.

"Zelda, I don't care what happens to me. If I die, I would rather die protecting you, than die not being able to help you. I love you. And by the love of Nayru I will not let Dark Link succeed! You have my word. I'll stop him."

"Swear it."

Link did the Salute of Oath and went down on his knees.

"I swear, lest the Goddesses strike me dead!"

"Oh, Link..."

"Please accept my humble proposal."

Link chuckled.

"What?" Zelda said.

"Well here's one part of your prophesy not coming true. I don't even have that twin diamond heart ring. I don't have any ring at all! Didn't really come prepared." Link laughed.

Zelda laughed and gave him a fierce hug.

"I don't need a ring. As long as we have eachother."

She laughed.

Link chuckled.

"What's so funny?"

"This is crazy!"

Zelda cupped Link's face in her hands.

"You are so crazy and wonderful! I accept your proposal. Yes, I will be your wife."

Their lips met in a long passionate kiss. Zelda took Link's hand.

"Come on, let's tell Father the good news!"
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"Well, Link. This is a pleasant surprise!" King Harkinhan greeted.

Link bowed.

"Yes, a pleasure to see you again, Your Majesty. You look well."

"Please, please. How long have we known each other? There is no need for formalities."

"My apologies, Your Maj- um Sir...ah...Harkinhan." Link stuttered.

Zelda took Link's hand.

Harkinhan chuckled.

"So tell me, Link. What can I do for you?"

"Father, Link and I wish to be wed."

Harkinhan smiled.

"Is that true, my boy?"

"Y-yes s-sir, Harkinhan...I promise I'll be a good husband to her and protect both her and Hyrule of any threats. You have my word."

"You seem rather nervous, my boy. Perhaps you'll relax when I accept your proposal to my daughter?"

"Oh, Father!" Zelda cried as she gave her father a hug.

"Oh, thank you, Harkinhan sir!"

"Link, my boy, you're going to be my son-in-law. It's just 'Harkinhan.'" then to Zelda, "A fine, choice, my dear! You couldn't of picked a finer man."

"Thank you, Father."

"Now then, if you'll excuse me, I have an engagement party to arrange for tonight."

Harkinhan grinned at the young couple's bewildered faces.

"Be in the Ball Room by seven 'oclock this evening."

As he left Zelda and Link laughed.

"Well, I guess we have no choice. How can we refuse?" laughed Link.
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"Ah, Zelda. You'r having a grand party tonight, and after all these years you didn't invite your favorite stalker?" Dark Link said to the emptiness of Zelda's room.

"Well, no matter. Time for the surprise guest to pretty up for the party. Everything is going according to plan."