Trigger warning: Mentions of important character death, general dark content.
Oh, my dear, why are you doing this to me? I love you, but you seem confused, my precious flower...
The hero of time sighed as he watched from afar, watching you laugh at a joke that the captain told you. He loved you dearly, but you seemed to have forgotten who you belonged to.
You were only allowed to laugh at his jokes. Traveling with the chain was starting to take a toll on him; you were his, you just didn't know it yet... or maybe you didn't remember. Either way, it was no matter.
These others were getting in the way.
Being the leader was exhausting; in all honesty, he couldn't care less about them. He wanted you. Only you.
He'd have to do something about it.
Rather than approaching you, he continued to watch. The Captain certainly knew how to win over the ladies, and as far as Time was concerned, he could have them-- but not you. You were his.
He'd have to remind both of you.
Smiling, he made his way over to the both of you.
"Captain? Can I steal you for a moment? It's important, and it's a private matter."
Both you and Wars looked at each other before the younger man nodded curtly. Your sweet face turned to look at Time, and the old man could've melted at the sight.
"That's fine, sure. See you later, Wars," you smiled to both of them.
He knew you'd be too sweet to go against him.
Soon, my little flower. Soon, it'll just be you and me...
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Time returned from their chat a little later than he meant to. With his bag a little fuller than usual, he placed it beside his bedroll. Maybe he could get the rest to an inn soon; then he could have you room with him.
But no sooner did he return than when he found you happily chatting with his descendant. He sighed again; you were distracted, that much was good; but you were really starting to get on his nerves with this.
My dear... You do know who you belong to, don't you?
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The night passes quickly, and he makes sure to do a head count. Everyone is here, at least...
Wild, the long-haired blonde hero, makes his way over to Time.
"Hey, have you seen the captain? I haven't seen him around for a while..."
"...Really? I didn't notice, but now that you mention it..."
He looks around, noting the Captain's absence.
"...Perhaps we should split up and send a search party," Time suggests. The younger hero nods, and each of them split up, advising Legend and Wind to stay behind with you. He wouldn't want you getting hurt...
The remainder of the group splits; Hyrule and Wild, Four and Sky, and Twilight with himself.
"He couldn't'a gone far," the Rancher mumbles, sighing as he looks around.
"I'm sure not. We'll keep looking..."
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Several hours later, the group rejoins with no sign of the Captain.
"Damn... Where could he have gone off to? I'm actually getting worried..." the Vet huffs.
"I don't know..." the rest hear you mumble, before Wild gasps, gazing at something near the treeline.
It's Time, and he's wounded. He's bleeding from his side, and a sick feeling arises in you as you notice the thing he's holding; it's....
...It's Twilight's pelt, covered in blood. You stand immediately, rushing to his side.
"Oh my god, Time! Are you okay?!" you gasp as you and the others crowd around him, the traveler immediately working his magic to heal their leader.
Time sits to let Hyrule heal him, leaning back against a tree and nodding weakly.
"Moblins... There were too many of them, and they were too strong. I... I couldn't..." he chokes, blinking away the tears that form in his eyes as he turns his head away.
A shocked hush falls over the group.
"You... You couldn't what...?" Legend asks carefully, but he already knows the answer.
"...I couldn't save him..." the old man mumbles, closing his eyes. "I'm so sorry..."
...A somber silence falls over the group. Wild slumps to his knees, as everyone else remains shocked by what they just heard.
"Wh... What is happening...?" he mumbles, tears forming in his eyes. "J-Just an hour ago, he was here, and he was--...."
You... Bless your heart. Sweet, beautiful, golden you, without a second thought, wrap your arms around the champion.
...Time hates it. He wishes you were hugging him like that.
The champion hugs you in return, burying his face in your shoulder. Time can see the tears flowing down Wild's half-covered face...
...It seems like no matter what I do, you can't help but love them more. Perhaps I just need to remove you from them entirely...
...Yes, that's it. Your heart is the problem. You're too kind to them. But worry not, my darling; soon, it'll just be you and me...
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Days pass, and no one's heard anything on Wars. You've spent nearly all your time doting on Wild, and it's driving Time insane. Just once, why couldn't he be the target of your affection? It didn't make sense to him.
His wound had healed quickly, thanks to the traveler. Finally, he could get back to his mission-- keeping you safe from danger.
Time approaches you, a slightly stern look on his face. "(Y/n)?" he beckons softly.
You look up, gazing up at him with those beautiful eyes-- soon, he reminds himself. Soon, you'll be all his.
He just needs to play his cards right.
"What's up?" you question. He fights back a smile at your sweet face.
"I... I think I'm going to take Wild out for some fishing. Perhaps he could use some time away from the scenery... What do you think?"
After contemplating for a moment, he's relieved when you nod.
"Good thinking," you reply to him. "That would probably be best for him.... I know he's taking it hard..." you sigh, glancing at the champion, who remains curled up in his bedroll.
Time sighs. He knows, and he's going to do something about it.
"I know. I'm not the best at these situations..."
"That's okay. Not everyone is," you shrug. He smiles a little-- you're too precious.
He pats the top of your head, his hand lingering in your hair for a moment.
"Alright, my dear. I'll see what I can do with him," he says softly, and nearly melts at the way you smile up at him.
After some prodding and tugging him out of bed, the champion reluctantly agrees to go.
The two men leave, and before long, it's dark out. Figuring they'll be okay, you head to bed for the night, with everyone else watching over you; the last person they'd want to lose is you, and everyone's on edge every since Twilight's unfortunate and abrupt absence.
You drift off to sleep easily, the warmth of the fire nearby comforting to you.
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You wake up, not sure how much later it is. But you note the softness below you... Wait, are you in a bed?
...You don't recognize this room. You jolt up, feeling around for a lantern of something; when you find it, you flick it on.
Time smiles from the other side of the bed, turning to you as he sets his bag on the nearby chair and walking up to you. He rests his hand on your head again, his touch a bit more tender this time.
"There you are... Feeling okay, my dear?"
"Wh... Huh?" you mumble weakly. "Where...?"
"I figured you could use someplace safe and comfortable. We weren't far from a town, so I brought you here to rest, my love."
Ah, so this is an inn room. But...
"...Are the others here?"
He smiles, stroking your hair.
"...No, my dear. It's just us right now."
These words send a chill down your spine, but then you notice his outfit. The garments he's wearing.... Your eyes widen, and realization suddenly makes you feel sick.
...The blue scarf, the wolf pelt, the blue tunic that Wild always wore...
"...Where did you get those...?" you ask carefully.
He only smiles, and his smile sends another cold chill down your spine. You... suddenly feel like panicking, running, screaming, and potentially throwing up. He smiles, holding his arms out so you can see his clothing better.
"...Do you like it? You loved them all so much, I thought this might make me the man of your dreams, no?"
That's... That's what this was about....?
"W-Why... Are they...?" you question softly, unable to hide the anxiety in your voice as you scoot back a little on the bed. He chuckles softly.
"No need to worry about them now, my beautiful flower. They're gone. It's just you and me here now..."
"...You're mine forever, do you hear me?" he asks softly, tilting your chin and forcing you to look at him.
Too terrified to oppose him, you nod, swallowing. His smile grows.
"Lovely, my dear. I promise you, I'm all you'll ever need," he sighs, sliding under the blanket next to you. Your body goes rigid as he holds you close to him, nuzzling his face against your neck.
"My precious flower... I'm the man of your dreams. Admit it, you wanted me the whole time. And now, I'm yours, and you are mine..."
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@the-cucco-nuggie @trippygalaxy @trulytiredhermit been a while since I wrote an yandere fic. Lmk your thoughts lmao