(Y/N)'s P.O.V.

"Alright then," I said whilst taking (sw/n) out of its sheath, "let's get this party started."

I took my stance while Link took his.

I laughed at him, "You'll be crying your sorry butt home once I beat you."

Link mocked my laughter, "I hope you're not just all talk."

I scoffed, "You are going down."

And with that, I leapt into the air, ready to attack my prey.

Zelda's P.O.V.

I stood at my window and watched as the two knights fought. Both of them had about the same amount of skill. They were both very good. I had assigned (Y/N) to train Link even though I knew that Link didn't need it. Link was already a skilled knight but he insisted that he be given a spot in the program.

I remember when I met him back when I was still a young girl. He had saved Hyrule Kingdom and we were all grateful to him. I had even developed feelings for him at the time. But with all the fame he had received, he was picking up girls left and right. I eventually lost those feelings for him because of what he had become. He had even used his so-called charm on me, but it was already too late.

Link eventually left the kingdom and returned to the forest and was eventually forgotten by mostly everyone.

When he suddenly came back, I asked him why he was here.

Flashback

"What are you doing here, Link?"

He walked around the throne room.

"Simple," he said to me, "That whole 'best knight in all Hyrule' thing? We both know who clearly deserves that title."

I stayed calm even when I was fuming like a kettle on the inside. Why was he so upset over a title?

"First of all, Link, you left so long ago. You abused your fame and you are long forgotten by most people here."

Link had closed his eyes, clearly to calm himself.

"So," he started, "That doesn't change the fact that I saved Hyrule Kingdom back then."

Rage started to fill my voice and I yelled at him.

"But where were you when the opposition came back? Huh? Answer me, Link! Where were you? Do you know how many people were killed? Do you? I bet you don't since you spent your entire time gone doing who knows what."

He remained quiet. He had nothing to say--just as I had suspected.

"You don't deserve that title, Link. (Y/N) deserves it. She was the one who helped to fight and keep Hyrule safe."

It was now Link's turn to rage.

"She helped to protect Hyrule? Did she now? Now tell me, Zelda, did you ever even put her into battle? Do you even know if she's capable of killing her enemies?"

It was now my turn to remain silent. He was absolutely right. Never once, have I put (Y/N) into battle. She'd always offered, but I always declined her. I was afraid that it might trigger her traumatic memories. So I lied to Link.

"I've put her into battle, Link. She has great technique and fighting ability. She's able to kill her enemies without a hesitation in mind."

I didn't lie about her having great technique and great skill but I did lie about the enemies thing and putting her into battle.

"Is she now?" Link questioned me.

"Yes, she is, Link."

I turned my back around not wanting to see his face and to hide my frustration.

"I will have (Y/N) be your mentor and trainer. If you somehow manage to beat her, I will give you your title. But I will warn you, beating her isn't as easy as you would think."

Link spoke up, "Alright then. Glad to see you still have some sense in you. But I'll tell you this, Zelda, that title will be mine."

End of Flashback

I continued watching both of them fight. It was as if I were watching people trying to get past an invisible wall. Both of them had difficulty trying to lay even a scratch on one another. The sword was always there, reflecting each and every blow that would've ended any regular knight.

They were just too good. Nothing was going to be accomplished if they kept fighting at each other.

Link's P.O.V.

No matter how much I tried, none of my moves could even hit (Y/N). Zelda was right. Trying to beat (Y/N) would be difficult.

"Stop, Link, don't think like that. You know you can beat her and you will beat her."

Those were just the words I needed to give me a strength boost. I leapt into the air suddenly disappearing from (Y/N)'s site.

"This is the ending blow."

(Y/N)'s P.O.V.

Where in the world did Link go? Ever since that jump, he disappeared. I will not let my guard down. I grasped the handle of my sword even tighter and stood still. I mentally studied my surroundings and heard a quick sudden force coming from behind me. I spun around quickly and saw that Link was about to hit me with the back of his sword. He was literally centimeters away from my back but I reflected the blow with my blade. The blow sent him flying towards the fence. He sprang back into action and came running towards me.

"So I see that you're not just all talk," he said as he continued to try and make as much as a scratch on me.

"I only speak the truth," I said as I continued to deflect each of his blows. I realized each attack getting stronger and my arm was getting quite tired.

"No time to get tired now, (Y/N)."

But I noticed that Link was getting tired as well. This was perfect. While trying to hit me, his hand slipped giving me the chance I needed. I ran out of his target zone and kicked his back causing his to fall onto the ground. My sword was at the verge of cutting his neck.

"Sweet revenge," I said as I smiled evilly.

"What? (Y/N) this isn't like you. Stop what you're doing right now!"

The thing is, I couldn't, it was as if I were being controlled by an outside force.

My blade was ready to slash his neck but he was able to make a comeback. The force of his sword threw off my balance. The unknown force filled my eyes with rage and darkness.

"Earth to (Y/N). You still there?"
Link said. What I didn't notice was the look of concern on his face due to the darkness filling my (e/c) orbs.

"I'm still here," I said maniacally, "And I'll still be here when you're dead," I continued to laugh.

"What is wrong with you? Stop this right now!"

I ran towards Link with infinite speed, ready to pierce him, but he blocked me. I continued to try and hit him while he continued to block me. Then I heard a voice.

"I think I've seen enough."

It was Zelda. As soon as she said those words, whatever seemed to take control of me, left. I shook my head furiously.

"(Y/N), what's wrong?" Zelda said with concern.

I guess she didn't notice the sudden change in me earlier so I smiled and lied to her, "I'm fine. Completely fine."

Link gave me a look which told me he knew I was lying.

"If you say so," she said, "Judging by what I saw," she made her way towards both of us, "I would have to call this duel a draw."

"But Princess--" we both started.

"No buts," Zelda said as she walked off back to the castle.

"Well, I guess," I said as I sighed, "Let's go find a mission."

*****

Third Person P.O.V.

In a place far away and unknown to the inhabitants of Hyrule Kingdom...

"It seems everything is going according to plan."

A hooded figure smiled.

"Very good. What's next on the list?"