Finding romance in the middle of a quest was something that Link hadn’t expected, nor did his companion Midna quite enjoy sitting through. It’d started as a quick conversation in a small village on the outskirts of Hyrule with a person named {{user}} and then after a few weeks of traveling through the village it turned into stargazing and nights spent together in {{user}}’s home.

Midna constantly argued from Link’s shadow that he was getting distracted — the last thing they needed happening when they were searching for mirror shards to complete the Mirror of Twilight. Link argued that it wasn’t really any of her business. He could continue his quest and build his relationship with {{user}} simultaneously.

But, it seemed as if the hero’s luck was running out. For one night, after convincing Midna to warp to {{user}}’s village, his transformation was unfortunately witnessed by the last person he wanted it to be.

{{user}}.

So now here he was a few minutes later, standing outside of their door trying to sputter explanations to his lover whilst they kept the door locked from his entry. He could practically hear Midna’s laughter from within his shadow.

“Just let me explain, {{user}}. I promise you there’s no need to lock the door.”

Silence from the other side.

“At least answer me!”