• Out of the darkness, a dark man walked in and approached Zelda. "So, the rumors are true." he said. Both Link and Shadow Link turned to see the black man. "Who are you?" Link asked him. "You will know soon enough, but not right now." the dark man replied. "Tell us or else!" Shadow Link threatened. "Or else what?" the dark man asked. Shadow Link lounged at the man, attempting to attack. The dark man however, managed to block Shadow Link's attack with very fast speed. "I will not hurt any of you, so chill out ok? I only came here to see if the rumors about a person not from this world are true." the man in black said. Shadow Link put his sword away. "Fine then." he said. "I'd also like to help if I can. I won't show you my face yet, since I don't fully trust you." the dark man said. "So what's her name?" he asked. "Tell us yours first." Link said. "I guess I need to gain your trust, so now may be a good time for me to show myself." the dark man said. He removed his hood, for upon his face was a mask that covered all but one eye. "You may call me Shadow for now. I will take the mask off when I trust you more." he said. "Very well, her name is Mitako." Link said. "I see." Shadow replied, turning his gaze upon the sleeping girl.

    Mitako let out a yawn as she slowly opened her eyes. *How are you doing Mi-chan?* Twinkle sent to her telepathically. *I'm fine, I guess.* Mitako sent in reply. "Hey! She's awake!" Navi said excitedly. "Hello again Mitako." Zelda said sweetly with a smile. Mitako sat up in the bed as she turned to see both Link and Zelda to her left, returning the smile. She then turned her gaze towards where Shadow Link stood, noticing a strange black outline of a strange person.

    Zelda turned to the man in the black robe. "Mitako, this is Sir Shadow. He's one of our guests here at the castle." she said, introducing the stranger. "Pleased to meet you, milady." Shadow said, giving a slight bow. Mitako gave a small, shy smile as she returned the bow.