Okay, I suddenly was washed in guilt since I was writing this without the events of OoT. So, I dub this the future that happened after Link went back in time. I have made a long theory in my head, but I shan't write it out for you =p

By the time my History of Hyrule session rolled around, I had sewn the best darn grass I had ever sewn in my life. Okay, so it still looked like uneven trash, but I'd never focused that hard on my sewing before. The joint in my thumb was sore from holding the needle so tightly, and I was absolutely frustrated with the thread that kept slipping out of the eye, or knotting. I'd left so many knots on the underside of the tapestry it was ridiculous.

When the knock finally came on the door, and Anju managed to push the heavy door open with a bit of effort, I felt like had been released from the deepest corner of the Dungeon. I could breath. I jabbed the needle into the heavy cloth, sliding out from under it and brushing off the lap of my dress, as if anything would be on it. The three girls around me followed my lead, but were much more delicate about it. Screech straightened her skirt and fluffed her hair as Mouse delicately placed her needle and thread together for future use. Goldy just seemed to have trouble getting herself out of her chair. And here I was, trying not to tap my foot or just bolt from the door. Anju shot me a look, and I quickly wiped the frown off my face that had managed to sneak up there.

"Ladies," Anju said with a small curtsey, addressing my companions as well as myself. "Allow me to lead you to your classroom." This time I was the one to follow suit, folding my hands in front of me and lifting my chin up just ever so slightly as I made my way to the door. I was well aware of all the nuances and what I expected to do as far as body language, but today my mind was just way off over the garden wall.

As we made the way down the long corridors, I caught a few of the guards and various castle workers glancing at me apprehensively. A few even began trying to whisper behind their hands, as if I wasn't going to notice. A part of me wanted to whirl around and demand to know what was being said, but instead I just jutted my chin out farther. They weren't going to get to me, not today.

The room where I do my history is on the third floor of the castle, located next to library. I've been in the library on a few occasions, but mother doesn't approve of me spending my days sitting alone and reading through the old parchments and volumes. She says many were written with intent to deceive and distort at the writer's will, and she may have a valid point. However, valid or not, I would still like to see what they have to offer me. Besides, my teacher may skew his lessons into his own view of history as well.

I relaxed as we approached the door, already open and waiting. This room was much larger and brighter, a few more windows making all the difference.

"Princess. Ladies." My teacher is a skinny, stick of a man of about thirty or so, with unruly brown hair and large eyes. He's flighty and a rambler, but I like him for the reason that he doesn't gloss over the history for me. He believes that I have a right to know it just as much as if I were born a prince, but he won't admit it to my parents. We actually get along splendidly.

"Liel," I said pleasantly, returning the smile he gave me as I entered the room. I sat in my usual stiff chair, the one placed on the far left. Mouse always to my right, followed by Screech and Goldy. I remembered to seat myself slowly and smooth my skirt rather than plop down haphazardly. Focus on all the little things. Don't focus on Link. Crap.

As I waited for the others girls to seat themselves and adjust, I peered over at Anju, who was talking in a hushed tone to Liel. I jutted my bottom lip out, scanning them thoughtfully. They looked awfully smug with themselves. I wondered if Link and I would form private jokes.

I groaned, placing my palm to my forehead as I leaned back slightly in the chair. The more I thought about him, the more frustrated I was becoming. I wanted to go start my travels now. I was ready to go. I tried not contain my frustration as I sighed deeply.

"Princess, are you alright? You looked flushed," Mouse said gently from beside me. I looked over to find her scanning my face anxiously. "Are you ill?"

"No , I'm fine. Thank you-" I clamped my mouth down before I said Mouse. I turned the sudden action into a smile. "I was just feeling faint for a moment, but it passed."

Mouse nodded at me in understanding, turning back to direct her attention at Liel, who had taken his position in the chair facing us. In his arms, he held a few of the thick parchments from the library. "Everyone ready to continue?" he asked, flashing a toothy grin. A general mummer of consensus came from the girls, and I nodded enthusiastically. History was even more exciting to me now, considering I would actually have a chance to visit these places now.

"Good," he said, adjusting his large spectacles. "Now, I know that we are still just beginning in our studies. We've covered a great deal in the formation of the world, and we've discussed the goddesses as individuals slightly. Should you wish to go more into detail, we may set aside time for purely religious study."

I know when he looked up at us, he was hoping for some spark of interest. I gave him a reassuring smile, but the blank faced girls with me caused him to force a cough. "Some of other time then." He shuffled through the parchment in his lap. "Well, moving on from the formation of our home, we'll now move onto the study of specific areas of Hyrule. What all does Hyrule encompass? Usually we would discuss the legend of the Hero before this, but I felt we'll save that for last."

He seemed to look at with a glimmer in his eyes as he spoke. I wanted to jump up and hug him forcefully. I figured I knew what Anju had been telling him before the lesson. I'd have to remember to thank her.

"We'll begin by starting with the Kokiri Forest area, which is located in the Southeastern area. It's a specially interesting area for three specific reasons. Any clue?"

I racked my brain, thinking hard. Had I seen anything on Kokiri? If only I'd been allowed in the library more.

"It's where the Great Deku tree is found?" Goldy said hesitantly, looking around for conformation. When Liel confirmed her theory, she settled back into smug satisfaction. "After all, girls," she said in a haughty tone, "It is what we have been sewing on the tapestry these past weeks."

Was it? Damn it, as nosy as I am, I really should start trying to pay attention again. Now that I've suddenly started paying attention, I see how much I've really been missing. I'd sneak in there later and try to look it over.

"Now, the Kokiri themselves are children. A race entirely comprised of children who will never age physically. No puberty for those guys," he noted, holding up a painted parchment that illustrated the green clothes children. "The children are each granted a fairy companion. This is a privilege given only to the forest children. A few more interest of the area before we delve deeper into the lore itself it that the Kokiri forest also contains the entrance to the Lost Woods, a maze of log tunnels and interesting creature. It's worth it to take a look if you get the chance," he noted, once again turned to give me a look. I smiled. I knew where I wanted to go first.

"How were your classes?" Anju inquired as she brushed my hair out, the brush tickling my head each time it made contact with my scalp. I was already dressed for the night, and by all accounts I should have been utterly exhausted , but my legs were still tingling with excitement. I knew I should get to sleep, but I figured it would be a fight to get there.

"You talked to Liel, didn't you?" I inquired, turning to look at her. "I wanted to thank you for that."

She smiled, arching her eyebrows. "Well, I figured that if you're going to be gallivanting, it'd be best to learn about all the places there are to go. But, a warning," she said sternly, pointing a finger at me. "Don't travel to far out just yet. Most of the places are a days ride from castletown, at least. So don't you dare try to go that far just yet. You probably wont get that far so soon. Also, I added a second stipulation to our agreement," she added casually.

I yelped as the brush seemed to snag my hair. "What?" I snapped unintentionally. "As in?"

"I'm going with you the first times. Until I know you can handle yourself, you will not be going alone."

Okay, that wasn't too bad. As long as I still could sneak out. "But what if someone starts to look for me?" I asked curiously, watching as she placed the brush on my table.

"Well, if they come to me to find you, and I can't produce you, what good does it do me? I assume if we're both gone together, then we have less of a chance of getting caught." She paused. "Well, in theory at least. If we go down, we go down together."

I managed a laugh as I crawled into my bed, helping Anju to adjust the covers around me. It was strange how my day had made almost a complete turn around. And it wouldn't be just the day. It could change everything for me. And I couldn't have been more excited.