Life in Zora's Domain

Chapter 13 - Anniversary Planning

As the days went by Link became more comfortable in his position. He attended council meetings, helped coordinate projects, met with representatives of the various races who had business with the Zora kingdom, and he did a little combat training for anyone interested. The latter was more of a sidelight but helped him keep in shape. He balanced that with personal time with Mipha and family time with Sidon.

Two anniversaries were coming up in the next few weeks: the one-year victory celebration was in two weeks, and a month after that was their wedding anniversary. Was it a year already? The time had gone fast. The victory celebration was a little confusing. In his head, of course, he had fought Ganon twice, though, in reality, only the second time happened.

For the victory celebration, each community was having its own party to honor their Champion. As Hyrule Hero, Link was invited to all of them, but he could only attend one, and that would be the Zora party. He owed each invitation a response though, and he sat down to compose his replies.

He started with the Goron invitation. The letter began with the customary wording that he was cordially invited to attend, etc., etc. But Daruk had written a personal note at the end.

"Hey little guy, I know you're a Zora now so probably can't attend. But I hope you're in the neighborhood sometime, and we can get together. Best wishes to Mipha. Oh, and if you do come, don't forget to bring plenty of elixirs! Your friend, Daruk."

He wrote a friendly note to Daruk in reply saying that he missed his big buddy and hoped he would get a chance to visit soon.

The next invitation was from the Gerudo. He was a little sorry to miss this celebration. It would be the one day the Gerudo opened Gerudo Town to males, so he could legally enter there. Again there was a personal note at the bottom of the form letter, this time from Urbosa.

"Dear Link, I know you will be celebrating with your wife and family in Zora's Domain, but wanted you to know that you are always welcome here. We can meet at the Kara Kara Bazaar if you visit. Give my love to Mipha. Sincerely, Urbosa."

He wrote a personal note back.

"Dear Urbosa, Thank you for the invitation, and I am sorry I cannot attend since I will be in Zora's Domain. As someone who knows my true story, you know I have fond memories of Gerudo Town and regret this one opportunity to enter it legally! Please enjoy the celebration, and I hope we can see each other soon. Mipha sends her love. Sincerely, Link."

Next was the Rito invitation. As expected there was no personal note at the end of this one. He wished Revali could put aside their differences and move on. In any case, he would do the right thing and write a personal note back.

"Dear Revali, Thank you for the invitation. As you know, I will be unable to attend since I am now a member of the Zora community. However, I hope I can visit Rito Village at some point. I would be grateful for any archery pointers you could give me since you are recognized as the greatest archer in all of Hyrule. Best wishes, Link."

Well, he did his best to break the ice. We'll see, he thought. The final invitation was from Hyrule Castle. Again there was the usual form letter, but Princess Zelda had written a personal note at the end.

"Dear Link, I know you will be attending the Zora celebration with Mipha and her family, but I wanted to express my thanks for all you did for Hyrule and repeat you are always welcome here. We miss you and hope you can find an opportunity to visit soon. Please give my love to Mipha and enjoy the celebration with your family. Your dearest friend, Zelda."

He wrote his reply.

"Dear Zelda, Thank you for your invitation and kind words. As you know, I will be attending the celebration in Zora's Domain. But you and I both know we could not have been victorious without each other, and you will be in my thoughts as we celebrate our victory. I look forward to seeing you whenever I have the chance. I always enjoy our visits: who else brings you so much laughter when teasing! Mipha sends her love, and we both hope to see you soon. Your friend and most loyal subject, Link."