The Legend Of Zelda Fan Fiction ❯ Gerudo Forest ❯ Chapter 44 ( Chapter 44 )

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

Melissa woke with a splitting head ache. It hurt so bad she almost didn't notice Ganon next to her watching over her as she opened her eyes. To her amazement he was back to normal yet still wearing the robe from before which reminded her of how the Ganon in Wind Waker dressed. She was glad the spell had worked. Ganon on the other hand had a look of anger mixed with relief when she gave him a weak smile. Melissa knew she was in trouble for sure this time. “Stubborn woman! I should reseal your magic myself.” Ganon growled. “Oh? Would you say I'm as stubborn as you?” She laughed moving closer breathing him in. She closed her eyes feeling the heat radiating from him. He was finding it hard to stay mad as she snuggled against him. “How are you feeling?” He asked voice softening just a little. “My head hurts like the day after you tricked me into drinking that alcohol but other than that I think I'm fine.” She said looking up at him as he wrapped his arms around her with a chortle. “How long have I been out this time?” She asked stretching out. “You just slept through the night. Your magic classes have been canceled from now on. You have proven that you know the basics well enough.” He said giving her a stern look. Shoot she only had one class and now she was being told she couldn't go? Well she had pretty much figured out how it worked anyway. She decided she could just practice on her own. “I know this is probably pitiful of me to say but I really missed you.” Melissa said holding herself as close to him as she could. For some reason just being held didn't seem close enough anymore. She was starting to want more than cuddles but she knew better than to give in. He chuckled at how tight she held on to him and pulled her on top of him so that she was now looking down at him. The movement had opened the top of his robe revealing his well toned chest. She let her hands caress his bare skin trailing her fingers upward as he closed his eyes with a contented sigh. As she reached his face he grabbed her and rolled them over so that he was now the one on top. He began kissing feverishly down her neck as if he was picking up where he had left off at Death mountain. “Ganon!” She said alarmed as he started to go lower pulling at the straps of her clothes making her heart skip a beat. “Shhhh.” He said looking up putting his finger to her lips. “I know what your going to say. Don't worry there are other things we can do and not go all the way.” He said calming her fears. She trembled nervously at his touch as he slid her straps off her shoulders pulling her top down. He resumed where he had stopped planting gentle kisses down her body looking up at her from time to time to see if she was enjoying it. She could feel his warm breath upon her skin making her only that more aware of his presence above her. What was wrong with her? She just couldn't stop shaking. Ganon seemed so sure of what he was doing. “Relax.” He said softly running his hand down her body. The feel of him against her made Melissa crave to do more than she had ever dared. He held her trembling hand as she began to kiss him back which seemed to only encourage him. He explored her nipping here and there making her laugh. “You don't know how much I want to make you mine.” He whispered in her ear before he sat back up to look at her. She felt so exposed under his stare. His eyes held no judgment and in this light they reminded her of liquid gold. He stared at her so lovingly. An expression, that before they had spent so much time together, she would have never believed he could show. Could he see her want as well? He moved back to her lips hesitating over them making her come to him. As Ganon held her closely his kisses grew deeper and deeper. Her arms slid under his robe and around his broad shoulders and traced what she guessed were scars on his back. This felt so right to her and thankfully he was keeping to his word. If he had really wanted to take this further she didn't know if she would have the will to stop him this time. She almost tried to beg him to continue as he finally pulled away. “ Does this mean you forgive me for being utterly stupid last night?” She smiled. He looked at her face thoughtfully playing with a few strands of her hair. “I guess if I have to.” He teased. A knock on the door interrupted them. He kissed her again before getting up to see who it was and Melissa quickly pulled her clothes back up. God she felt so worked up now. Ganon opened the door and Koume and Kotake entered. “Is she awake?” they asked not even looking her way yet. “Oh yes. She is quite awake.” He said with a smile making Melissa blush. The two turned to look at her. “She's red as a beet. Does she have a fever?” Kotake asked while Koume put a hand to her head to check her temperature. “She feels fine.”Koume said shaking her head. He took great amusement in how this was making her squirm. “We brought things to redress your shoulder today. We didn't know if you would be ready to get up today after last night. You have great skill.” Koume said looking very proud of her. “Don't encourage her reckless behavior.” Ganon said crossing his arms letting Melissa know he was still a little upset about it. “But son she has great potential. You can not deny that.” Koume said happily making her turn over to undo her bandage. “You seem to be healing quite fast.”Kotake noted cleaning the wound again before packing it. The witches seemed to be better at this that the actual doctor. “I still think it is a waste for you to take her out of magic lessons.” Kotake said glancing back at Ganon. “But you are our king. Do what you think is best.” “I will and I think now that she is almost healed her time would be better spent learning to shoot a bow.” He said as they made her sit up to wrap a fresh bandage around her. “Why the bow and not the sword?” Melissa asked. She had really wanted to learn to fight with the sword more than learn to use a bow. “You should learn the bow because that will put you further away from the danger of battle.” He said giving her a stern look. “But I wanted to learn...” She started before he silenced her with a wave of his hand. “You will learn the bow and that is final.” He said narrowing his eyes at her. “Fine... Whatever.” She said turning her head away from him sulking. “Are you two finished?” Ganon said turning his attention to his mothers who were watching how the two of them were acting around each other and smiling. “We are if your done acting like an old married couple.” Kotake said with a laugh making Melissa blush again. Koume who noticed smiled and patted her hand. Ganon shooed them out looking exhausted just from their visit. He sank into the chair near the bed and rested his head on his fist in thought. Melissa dangled her legs over the edge of the bed thinking as well. She knew the other Gerudo's felt her a weakling but how did he look at her? He knew her better than anyone here in this world and all this talk of marriage made her start thinking of what Chara had said. “Do you think I'm weak?” She asked looking down at the floor. “Why would you ask a silly question like that?” He asked glancing at her. “Well the fact that you are keeping me from learning magic and the sword makes me feel as if what Chara said was true.” Melissa blurted out before she had thought about what she was saying. “Oh and what did the old crones apprentice have to say?” He asked arching an eyebrow. “Just answer the question.”Melissa said not wanting to get her friend in trouble by tattling on her. “After all we have been through you think yourself weak?” He said shaking his head. “You can't answer a question with a question. Just yes or no.” She said getting frustrated. He went to her side and kneeled down so they were eye to eye. Sliding his hand around the side of her face he brushed her hair behind an ear. “You are not weak. Just reckless. I only want you to be safe.”Ganon said tracing the side of her face. “Do you really think they will except me?”Melissa spoke quietly. A look of confusion crossed his face. “Who do you mean?” He said looking at her unsure. “The gerudo.” She said looking down again. “What does it matter if they do or not?” He asked not really getting where she was going with this. “It matters to me. I was already told I wasn't good enough for you. If that is how everyone feels how can I...” She stopped not wanting to think of having to leave him. “I am King here and if I choose you they can not deny me. It is as simple as that. Now stop your worrying.” He said putting his hand firmly on her shoulder. “But surely as king you have to consider what your people want as well.” Melissa started but he just put his finger to her lips. She could see the cogs in his head turning. “Today is such a nice day as far as it goes for the desert.” He said with a smile changing the subject. “I have a few things that I need take care of but when I get back we should be able to spend the rest of the day together. We could go out for a ride.” Melissa didn't know why but she felt as if he was scheming something. “What are you up to?” She asked suspiciously. “No more questions.” he said sternly. “Go get something to eat and I will find you when I am done.” He gave her one more deep kiss. She couldn't help but reciprocate. “I love you.” she whispered before she realized what she had said. She quickly put her hands over her mouth with a look of shock. A smile spread across his face as if this was all he needed to know before he left. Now left to her thoughts she got up. He didn't say I love you back. What did that mean? She shook her head. He had told her to stop worrying so she would try at least for a little while. She wondered what he had to do today. She knew he had probably skipped out on a bunch of things because of being stuck halfway as the dark beast. She couldn't shake off the feeling though that he was up to something. She went to the water basin and pored a little water to wash her face with and then watered her little tree she had saved. She wondered what type it was. She hadn't seen a tree like it on their travels too compare it to. When it had grown in magic practice it had almost reminded her of the tree in her dreams. Maybe it was the same. Exiting her room and traversing the halls she noticed that the gerudo seemed to be rushing around. She wondered what was going on. As she entered the kitchen it was so busy she couldn't even get to the table. There were many women cooking up a storm. Even some of the hylian women were helping. They all looked excited and happy. It was nice to see the two peoples once again working together. Were they planning on visitors or something? She grabbed a slice of bread and left before she got ran over by one of the cooks. Sitting outside she watched more people rushing around as she was barely able to chew the stale piece of bread. They seemed to have gathered lots of wood and were stacking up several piles like they preparing to make bonfires. Telma who was helping some gerudo moving tables spotted her and came over. “Long time no see!” the former waitress said with a grin. “It's been a while.” she beamed back. “So what's going on?” Melissa asked curious. “You don't know? There is going to be a big celebration of sorts from what I can gather.” Telma said happily. “What are we celebrating?” Melissa asked even more curious now. “Not really sure dear but it looks like something big is going to happen.” Telma said with a wink. Maybe they were finally getting to celebrating their king's return. The woman looked back at the gerudo who were now pulling out long benches to go around the tables. “Can I help?” Melissa asked. She probably had a little while longer before Ganon came for her. “Sure! There is a lot to do before tonight so any help is good.” Telma smiled.