The Legend Of Zelda Fan Fiction ❯ Gerudo Forest ❯ Chapter 23 ( Chapter 23 )

[ Y - Young Adult: Not suitable for readers under 16 ]

That night she dreamed of Jimmy. He gave her a sad look and Melissa tried to explain what was going on but before she could she had become the dragon. Jimmy's expression had changed from sadness to fear. She tried to find a connection between them to tell him not to worry. That she loved and missed him. That she was still fighting to come back to him but there was no connection between them for them to communicate. Instead she heard Ganon's voice. “What's going on?” She heard him say before appearing in her dream. He stood there unsure of what was happening, but then he noticed jimmy. “Is this him?” He asked turning to look at her. “How are you in my dream?” She asked. “I think you may have brought me here.” He said laughing as he began walking around Jimmy who didn't seem to notice him. “He looks scared of you.” He remarked. “Are you worried of what he will think of you now?” “ Why would I be worried?” Melissa said wanting him out of her head. Her dreams should be private. “ Dreams reveal what are bothering us most.” He said giving her a look. “Just get out of my head!” she shouted at him before cutting the connection. She didn't remember anymore of her dream after that. She woke feeling guilty for having yelled at him and still wasn't sure if he had actually been in her dream at all. He was already up when she woke and was packing up their stuff. “Morning.” she said grumpily. “Were you really in my head last night or was that just a part of my dream?” she asked when he didn't respond. “ I'm sorry but I just don't like the idea of someone walking around my head.” she said worried he was mad. He sighed. “You shouldn't take your lack of control out on me.” but that was all he said. He stayed silent the the whole way to Death Mountain and they arrived sometime around mid day. Ganondorf had to of course change again before getting closer and his clothes smelled much better after the wash she had given them the night before. The sky was dark due to the cloud above the volcano. Ash was falling and a rumbling could be heard now and again. As they neared the gate she saw two gorons guarding the entrance. They looked exactly like the game had depicted. Kind of like a yellow sumo wrestler with rock like growths protruding from their backs. As they neared the two guards blocked the way. “Halt!” said the smaller one. “No visitors are allowed in due to the recent volcanic activity. It is unsafe for humans.” said the big one. Melissa knew that Link was probably in good standing with the gorons and figured a little name dropping wouldn't hurt. Melissa dismounted and bowed to both. “ Greetings. My name is Melissa. We were sent here by the a man named Link to check up on his findings of why the volcano has become active again.” “You know Link?” The big one said impressed. “Well then that's a different story.” The big Goron relaxed a little. “You are welcome here. Any friend of Links is a friend of ours.” said the small one eying Ganon. “Do you mind if I ask if anything has changed since Link last visited?” She was hoping they could learn at least something to make this trip worth it. “Nothing has changed much but the chief might know a little more. Beware though if you go to visit. He has been in a bad mood.” The big one offered. “ Thank you for your help. Where might he be located?” Melissa asked hoping they would catch the Chief in a good mood. “I can schedule a meeting for you.” The little one said. “ I would appreciate that. Is it okay for us to enter?” Melissa asked wanting to get past the gate at least. They stepped aside to let them pass. “I will find you when it is time for you to see our chief Darunia.” the little one said as Ganon pulled Melissa back up on the horse. Melissa nodded in thanks before he lead Trinexx into the village. The village was built into the mountain its self. They dismounted at the main entrance and Ganon tied Trinexx to the post before they proceeded to walk in. Inside it was dark and cool. Torches lit the tunnels ahead of them as they made their way to the center. The goron seemed unaffected by the active volcano. Every so often Melissa could feel tremors under her feet and it made her uneasy. Everyone else walked around like it was normal. Melissa wasn't sure what to do now that they were here so she just grabbed Ganon's hand and let him lead her around. There really wasn't much to do there so they searched for the entrance to the fire temple, but Melissa was pretty sure it would be in the room with the chief. After a while they gave up stopping at the only shop in the entire village. Ganon browsed the wares scoffing at the simple weapons on the counter. Melissa spotted a red tunic on one of the shelves. It was the fire proof tunic of the Gorons. She was sure it didn't come in her size but it didn't hurt to ask. The Goron at the counter noticed her gazing at it. “That wouldn't happen to come in other sizes would it? ”She asked the goron. “We do not have anything in your size now but if you give me a little time we could make you one.” The goron said with a gap toothed smile. “Could you make something similar to what I am wearing?” She asked. It would be nice to be able to wear something that she wouldn't have to worry about burning. “If we had a pattern we might.” The Goron responded. Melissa looked at Ganon who hadn't noticed their conversation and was looking the other way. She fished out the red outfit she had messed up the other day. It was very close to what she was wearing now. The main thing she liked was the open back. “How much to make something like this?” She said handing it to the shop keeper. He studied the garment and Melissa wished he would hurry up before Ganon noticed. “ I would say about 900 rupees.” The goron said looking at her. She pulled out her pouch the zora had given her and counted out the 900. She gave it to the Goron who looked in shock that she even had that much. That had depleted about half of the bag but it would be worth it in the long run. “I thank you for your business.” The goron said with a bow. “It should be ready in two days.” Melissa nodded and went to join Ganon who was still oblivious. “I have to come back in two days.” she informed him. “Why would you do that?” He said apparently not impressed with the shop. “Well I ordered something and it takes that long to make so we can't leave the village till then.” Melissa responded relieved he was talking to her again. “So what did you buy?” he asked curious. “You'll see.” She smiled kind of proud and excited. It would be the first thing she truly owned here. He gave her a raised eyebrow look. Let him wonder she didn't have to tell him everything. Just then a roar could be from out out side the shop. Melissa and Ganon both looked at each other before leaving the shop to see what the commotion was. They stepped out to see a couple dozen hyrulian knights in the middle of the city. They had surrounded a particularly large goron. Then she spotted the golden armor. She recognized Agahnim immediately even without him taking off his helmet. Melissa froze and grabbed Ganondorf's arm. “What are you doing?” Ganon said turning to her looking annoyed. “It's him.” she whispered scared. “Is it now?” Ganon said with a smile crossing his face. He yanked his arm away and started to the crowd gathering in the center. “Wait!” she called after him. She didn't know about this. She was worried Ganon was going to blow their cover. As they neared she could just make out what the angry goron and the evil wizard were talking about. “Just give us access to the temple and I promise no one will be hurt.” Agahnim said calmly. The Goron look pissed beyond belief. He gazed at the crowd of Gorons who had now gathered. “You would dare threaten the mighty Darunia?” the gorons voice boomed. “ I was sworn brother to the King. How dare you puny knights treat me in such a manner.” Darunia looked like he could take the guards on but Melissa knew Agahnim wasn't some typical soldier. “ I will only ask you once more. Give us entrance, or face my wrath.” Agahnim said patience now getting thin. Melissa had lost Ganon in the crowd and scanned the area but she didn't see him anywhere. She didn't like being left behind not knowing what he was up to. She would just have to try and lay low till he came back. “You think you can beat me?” Darunia laughed looking down at the wizard. It happened so fast no one had time to react. Agahnim punched Darunia in the stomach throwing him through the crowd knocking down gorons and knights alike. “Any more questions?” Agahnim said still sounding calm and reserved as he extinguishing the purple energy surrounding his fist. As Darunia pushed himself up he staggered there trying to clear his head. Agahnim strode up to him and with one well placed kick the goron fell down on his back again. “Now.” The wizard said bringing his foot down on Darunia's neck crushing his windpipe. “Where is the entrance?” Darunia said something indistinguishable. Agahnim removed his helmet and gave the goron a disdainful look. “What was that?” the wizard asked lifting his foot and stepping back. The Goron rolled to his stomach coughing trying to fill his lungs with air. It was so hard to believe the small wizard was besting the giant goron. It proved how much power this evil man possessed. Melissa also knew that he was probably only using a fraction of his power. It sent a shiver down her spine. If they could separate Agahnim from his dark half of the triforce would he still be this powerful? She couldn't help but wonder if Ganon was any match for this man. If the wizard was as old as the stories made her believe, he had definitely had more time to master his piece off the triforce. “Well? Where is it?” Agahnim demanded composer cracking. Darunia stood up and surveyed his people but stayed silent. There were a few knowing nods from the gorons. “So be it.” Agahnim said shaking his head disappointed. The wizard raised his hand and gathered the evil looking energy in his palm. Could nothing be done to stop this madness? Melissa stood there eyes transfixed on the scene unfolding before her. She just couldn't look away. Agahnim aimed the energy ball at Darunia's head as a ball of fire came from out of nowhere knocking the wizard off balance. This caused the purple ball to rocket towards the ceiling causing a rain of rocks to pelt the crowd. Melissa dove out of the way trying to find a safe place to hide. When the rocks had stopped falling almost half of the knights had been knocked out. Everyone turned to the sound of laughing. Ganondorf sat perched on beam sticking out of the wall. He had changed back into himself which Melissa was glad of. If Agahnim knew of his other form it would make travel a lot harder. Melissa wondered how he had gotten his armor on so fast. The gorons seemed confused and Melissa figured it was because they didn't know which man to be more terrified of. “ Well if it isn't the former King of the desert.” Agahnim said turning around sneering at Ganon. Ganondorf frowned at the mention of being former king, but kept his composure. “ You can take our land but as long as my people live I am still King.” Ganon said calmly standing up. The two watched each other closely. “So if your here that would mean your guardian is somewhere close by.” Agahnim said with a smile creeping across his face. Melissa was glad she had hidden during the rock shower. Agahnim searched the crowd looking for her. He had no clue what she looked like but was probably sure the first human he saw would be her. As his gaze crept closer to her way she ducked down behind some crates. She could still see him through the cracks and she noticed his gaze lingered over her hiding place. “There!” Agahnim said pointing to where she was. How had he known? She was sure he hadn't seen her. Agahnim motioned to the guards and Ganon jumped down between the guards and where she hid. Darunia took this moment of confusion to gain the upper hand. The goron swung his giant fist at the back of the wizards head but the Agahnim seemed to sense the attack coming and jumped out of the way. From that one action all hell broke lose. The gorons fought the knights while Ganon and Darunia went after the wizard. Agahnim was still able to hold his own even with two attackers and after most of the knights were knocked out Agahnim let loose a shock wave of some sort knocking most off their feet. Ganon somehow blocked it and went into a fighting stance once more. “Enough!” The wizard commanded motioning for the soldiers to collect their fallen. “Don't think this is over.” he said to Ganondorf as he glanced back to where Melissa hid. She felt so stupid. All she had done was hide. She should have tried to help at least but, she had been so afraid to show herself. She could sense the evil radiating off of him. Ganon moved into his line of vision blocking him from her. Agahnim scoffed at him and the gorons around them before a light flashed so brightly Melissa had to close her eyes. When she opened them again the wizard and his troops were gone and Ganon was standing over her.