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[scionofwisdom]

[There is a clunk, and by the way the person is talking, it sounds rather like someone has accidentally pressed a button on the communicator.]

What...is this magic? [The decidedly feminine voice is composed but strained, and there is evident confusion interlaced with a bit of suspicion. The speaker is examining the device, and as she begins to figure out how to use it, her voice strengthens, though her next words sound...tired.]

Where am I...? [She seems to be talking to herself, and her voice is faint; she isn't speaking directly into the device anymore.] How...odd.

[She clears her throat, then directs her voice into the communicator, fully intending on finding out just what is going on.]

Being as I am quite obviously not in Hyrule Castle, nor even Hyrule itself; I must ask for some sort of explanation. If there is someone out there that can offer that, I would be deeply indebted to you.

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[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

[Midna giggles. Oh, this is just too good.]

Only once you say?

With a handsome beast in tow, I suppose. That 'once'?

[Giiiiiiggle.]

First, I'll have to disappoint you by saying that there's no Twilight in this world other than the one that comes on schedule, as the day ends. Second? That I know how our little struggle against Zant and his maker ends because I was there. I just happened to be there.

Third...if I get a little personal, it's because, Zelda, you and I were one for a time. It was really a selfish gesture on your part, but it certainly gave me plenty of fresh insight on our situation. You may have even saved Hyrule for your sacrifice; I couldn't tell you how it all would have ended had you simply taken my place in leading the hero like I'd asked.

There's more--much, much more I could tell you--but that is what I wanted to share with you right now.

Oh, and one last question I keep forgetting to ask your great, great, great--and so on--grandmother;

Can the Triforce still feed you wisdom here in this Goddessless realm? Or are you blind?

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

[This is the second lengthy pause Zelda has given, the firsts being to the Link she does not know.

She is rendered completely speechless and need just a moment to compose herself. She takes a deep breath before speaking.]

How do you know these things? [She can only assume because Midna has experienced things farther ahead than what Zelda has; but as to how that particular bit is possible, she has no clue. She moves on to Midna's next question.]

I can still feel the essence of Nayru herself, yes. As far as things about this place, however...[Insert shrug here.] I sense nothing. Not even a whisper.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

I know this because I'm simply further along than you are.

Our Link knows more than you do.

That must be embarrassing.

[Snicker.]

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

Fascinating. [Her voice is cool and inflectionless.]

Not...particularly. I suppose that it could be a bit frustrating, yes. However...I suppose that it is something I will learn to deal with, in time. Judging from the others here I have spoken with, there is no sure way home, and there is no estimated time that one must stay. Things are what they are, it seems.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

You're Grandmother is much more fun. At least she has the decency to let some emotion shine through.

I can't believe I got my hopes up.

[Siiiigh.]

You're meeting with her, right? I wouldn't dream of intruding on the Hyrule family reunion, but perhaps we could play catch-up afterward? It would just be an honor.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

My apologies. [She is keeping her tone this way so she does not loose her cool or her temper. It is a defense mechanism.]

I am, yes. If you would like to rendezvous, I would be more than willing to do so.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

You are too kind, your highness.

Why don't you meet me on the top deck? I like to sunbathe there--but to give you time to meet with the other curious Hylians, come around sunset. It's absolutely breathtaking across the water.

If it's not simply an illusion of the Captain's, that is.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

[She is uncertain if Midna is being sarcastic or not.]

That sounds rather lovely. [It isn't something Zelda has personally ever experienced. She has, naturally, sen the Lake is all of its beauty however...nothing like the ocean.]

...I am uncertain as to what you mean by that.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

I have never been on an ocean myself, but I've heard it's just impossible for one to stretch far enough to take years to traverse. And yet, a few have been on board for close to a year. Couple that with how much power the Captain has to draw us here and keep us here. He's even weakened my powers and obviously disrupted yours.

I don't pretend to know the extent of his powers, but, and I certainly don't mean to flatter the monster when I say this, it's entirely possible that the ocean may not exist at all.

One of the many, many mysteries to ponder as you're once again held captive, m'lady.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

Nor have I. [A...year? That was...not good news.]

I suppose you are correct, I have much to think about. [She's trying oh so very hard not to think about being a prisoner. Again.]

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

I hope you won't seclude yourself to you room this time.

[SO RUDE OTZ.]

It's such a fun boat to explore.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

Of course not. [Zelda is somehow managing to keep a reign on her temper.]

Is it.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

I will see you at twilight, princess.

I don't suspect you'll keep an old friend waiting.

[Excuse her while she spends the last few hours being hexed screwing some poor unsuspecting soul that is luckily not you.]

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

[Twilight. It made sense for them to meet at that time of day; Zelda had not yet seen it lifted from Hyrule and Midna was a creature of it herself. IT seemed somehow...fitting.

After her meeting with the Hero of Time and with ...Zelda, she left for the top deck, refusing to take the elevator. As she ascended the last few stairs, she had to wonder at all of this. What could the purpose of this truly be? Throwing such a menagerie together...people from the same world yet from different times, creatures made from metal and those with strange accents unlike anything she had ever heard...it was disturbing and fascinating at the same time.

It was with these thoughts that she reached her destination, her mind cloudy, her thoughts far away.]

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

[Midna had long since come off her high of sex and anger, leaving her restless for this meeting. Anxious.

She hadn't lied when she had told Zelda they had been close. In her heart, they still were. With her words--with her lashes at the princess earlier...well, it was quite the impression to make.

It wasn't in her to backpeddle, however. She was being exactly who she really is--a vindictive little bitch. Midna loves who she is.

Still, she knows...the Princess probably does not.

Uuugh, why does that make her stomach roll so painfully?!

Midna's long ears twitch under her hood as one of the doors to the top deck is pushed open. She's dressed up for the occasion--you should feel special, Zelda. She doesn't put all this crap on for just anyone.]

Princess.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

[Zelda had dressed as well; though for now, this attire was all she had.

The ornamentations on her gown felt suddenly heavy when Midna spoke; this was a woman who had seen the outcome of every battle Zelda had yet to fight, of everything Zelda was still desperately clinging to hope for.

This was also a woman Zelda did not know. The face, the ears, the body. Only the eyes confirmed Midna's identity. The one time Zelda had seen them, she would never forget.]

Please call me Zelda.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

The honor is mine, then.

[The Twili bends at the waist into a simple bow, then straightens.]

I apologize for being so...rude over the shipNET. Just one of my moods.

[As she looks the other woman over, her breath catches in her long throat.

Three years, and, of course, she hasn't changed a day. Technically, she's younger than when she last saw her. Certainly plays tricks on the heart.

Er.

Mind.]

please forgive me.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

It is...understandable. This place...[She gestures to the boat.] Is unsettling. I do not feel myself, to be honest.

[Midna like this is certainly a sight to behold. She's tall -- taller than Zelda, even, and stunningly beautiful. Zelda suddenly feels rather...undistinguished standing here with her.]

Certainly. [She glances to the water, her eyes widening only a fraction at the sight of it. Perhaps a subject change is in order.]

I have never seen anything such as this.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

[The taller woman chuckles, then starts for the railing.]

The ocean is beautiful, especially at this time of day.

It reminds me of home.

[She glances over at the other princess, painted eyebrows raised high, silently asking 'and you?']

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

It is beautiful. [She can easily admit this. She has never seen its equal. She follows Midna, her boots tapping softly against the floor.]

I admit that...my memories of home are not the fondest at the moment. [She hesitates.] Things are...not well, there. [But Midna already knows this, doesn't she?]

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

No, I guess they wouldn't be.

[She smiles.]

But don't worry yourself.

[Long fingers reach out and just brush the princess' arm.]

It turns out alright in the end. That Ganondorf creep gets what's coming to him. Zant too.

[She rolls her eyes. Zant. What a joke.]

Hyrule won't be infected by my Realm for much longer.

And will never again. I saw to that.

[Will you catch the hint or will she have to explain this new body to you?]

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

[She glances askance to Midna at her touch, her dark eyes reflecting the words she has just heard.]

That...that is good news. [She exhales slowly, letting her eyes momentarily drift closed. The Twilight would no longer burden her world, Ganondorf and Zant would both be gone, and--

Wait. Midna's realm? Then that meant...]

I see. [So she was the true ruler. Of course.]

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

I destroyed the mirror.

I...thought I'd never see you again.

[Giggle.]

This little vacation is good for something.

[scionofwisdom.livejournal.com]

I was...uncertain if I would see you again after our last meeting. Regrettably, I never knew you as you are now. [She nodded once, then let her eyes drift to the waters.]

I...suppose you are right, yes.

[wheres-my-puppy.livejournal.com]

We only really had one other meeting after that, anyway.

Only my outward appearance has changed, Zelda. I'm still a nasty little imp on the outside.

[She shrugs.]

It's flattering you find me pretty, though. Thank you for that.