In the azure depths of Lake Hylia, where the waters shimmered like precious gems, Princess Ruto, the Zora Princess of past and present, was a figure of both regal authority and fiery determination. But beneath her royal exterior lay a heart fiercely devoted to her loved ones.
One sunny day, Ruto's attention was drawn to a scene that ignited her protective instincts. Amidst a group of Zoras, Y/N, a shorter Zora who struggled with swimming due to her autism, was being mercilessly taunted and bullied. Ruto's sapphire eyes blazed with indignation as she strode forward, her presence commanding attention.
"Enough of this!" Ruto's voice rang out, her tone sharp as a blade. "What do you think you're doing?"
The bullies turned to face her, their expressions a mix of surprise and defiance. "Princess Ruto, it's just—"
"Silence!" Ruto's voice was a thunderous crash, her anger palpable. "Y/N is my fiancée, and she is just as deserving of respect as any of you. Do you forget that she and I will be the future queens?"
A hush fell over the gathering as the weight of Ruto's words sank in. And then, with a determination that sent chills down their spines, Ruto's eyes glinted with an intensity that left no room for doubt.
"You will apologize to Y/N," Ruto declared, her voice a dangerous whisper. "Or you'll find yourselves at the bottom of Lake Hylia, where no one will hear your cries."
Days later, as the sun set over the lake, Ruto and Y/N found themselves alone on a rocky outcrop, the air heavy with the scent of rain. Y/N's gaze was fixated on the distant clouds, her fingers fidgeting nervously.
"Y/N?" Ruto's voice was gentle, her concern evident.
Y/N's voice trembled as she spoke, her words barely above a whisper. "Thunderstorms... They scare me."
Ruto's expression softened, and she stepped closer, wrapping her arms around Y/N. "You're safe with me, Y/N. I won't let anything happen to you."
As the first rumble of thunder echoed across the sky, Y/N flinched, her breath hitching. Ruto held her tighter, her own heart racing in sync with the storm.
"Listen to my heartbeat, Y/N," Ruto murmured softly. "Let it anchor you. I'm here, and I won't let anything harm you."
Y/N's racing heartbeat gradually synchronized with Ruto's steady rhythm. Her trembling began to subside, and she nestled into Ruto's embrace, finding solace in the strength of their bond.
"I... I trust you, Ruto," Y/N admitted, her voice quivering.
Ruto's lips pressed against Y/N's forehead in a gentle kiss. "And I'll always protect you, no matter what."
Amidst the lightning flashes and thunderclaps, Ruto and Y/N found a sanctuary within each other's arms. Their love was a shelter from the storms of life, a beacon that shone brighter than any fear. And as the rain began to fall, their hearts beat as one, a testament to the unbreakable connection they had forged.