Link slowly made his way forward, pausing to examine the box. Did it just move? Nah, must've been his imagination. Link moved forward, much more cautious, listening for noises from from the front and behind. Link passed over the two stones, trying to catch a glimpse of the figure up ahead. As his foot came down, Link made sure to avoid stepping on the stones, as that might trigger a trap, which would draw the attention of his quarry.

Link silently drew the Master Sword and Hylian Shield from their resting places as he neared the room. He hoped to avoid a confrontation, but he wasn't willing to be caught off guard. Unlike his Herculean friend, he was not invincible, but his Hylian Shield was. Link kept his trusty shield in front of him as he neared the room, but remained ready to whip around and defend himself from an attack at the rear if need be...