[Open Commentlog] | [Audio] - Old Persian + Translated text

[trustedhisheart]

[It had taken Tus some time after waking up to actually notice the journal and pick it up. Possibly because he was not only wondering how he came to be in this place, but how he came to be anywhere at all. He was reasonably sure he remembered dying

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[Audio] -> Hylian + Translated Text

[scionofwisdom]

I am uncertain as to who this ‘Nizam’ is, but I can assure you that your world being unmade is not only possible, but entirely the case, I’m afraid. This is not the first time I have seen something of this sort, and it was by no means at the hand of 'Nizam'. There are forces greater than ourselves at work here.

[Audio] -> Old Person + Translated Text

[trustedhisheart]

[There is someone speaking to him. He doesn't understand any of it, but it is definitely someone attempting to speak.

And it is coming from the book.

Well. Daggers that turn back time, he supposes books that speak are really the only next logical step. Of course.

He looks at the journal again, and is moderately surprised to find that the words have been accompanied by text that, fortunately, he does understand.]

I had only just become aware of the existence of some of those forces before I found myself here. You have seen them yourself?

[There's a pause, because it is a book. Then he forges on ahead, because it seems to have answers.]

Someone other than Nizam managed to get ahold of these forces, then?

[Audio] -> Hylian + Translated Text

[scionofwisdom]

I have seen forces in this world, and others, that have no equal. However, I can understand your initial disbelief at my words.

[She pauses.]

I fear I still do not know who Nizam is, however it would seem that...yes. It is someone other than whom you speak of pulling the strings. In this case, it seems to be Lord Deior. Prior to my incarceration here in the Keep, it was a one Captain Redd.

[Audio] -> Old Persian + Translated Text

[trustedhisheart]

Had they come but a few days ago, my disbelief would have been much greater. But I have recently realized there are many things beyond my understanding.

[He frowns at this.]

The one who has placed himself responsible for fixing what has gone wrong? I cannot say I am surprised. His methods are certainly questionable.

[Audio] -> Old Persian + Translated Text (/lol'd at the *old person*))

[scionofwisdom]

There are many more things beyond my realm of understanding, as well. You are not alone in this. [Even with all that Zelda has seen, she is still surprised every now and then.]

Yes. I do not trust him whatsoever. I have seen, and been involved with, a similar circumstance. I am not eager to trust a 'leader' or a 'staff' blindly.

[Audio] -> Old Persian + Translated Text (...that will teach me not to notice autocorrect XD))

[trustedhisheart]

It is somewhat of a comfort to know I am in good company.

[He's starting to get that, no, this is not the book talking to him.]

Nor am I. I have myself been involved with circumstances that lead me to believe those who would claim to lead and guide you cannot always be trusted.

What do you mean by 'similar'?

[Audio] -> Hylian Translated Text (/still loling |DD)

[scionofwisdom]

In times like these, it is sometimes a small comfort to know that others share in your circumstances, no matter how unfortunate they may be. [Misery loves company, as they say. Such a pessimistic view.]

At least until they have proven themselves otherwise. A good ruler does not rule with an iron first and harsh judgement. Wisdom is power.

...Prior to my residence here at the Keep, I was a passenger of an enormous vessel called the MS Elegante. The situation was much the same - I, along with many others - were pulled from our respective homes with the gilded promise that we were being 'saved' by the captain and his crew.

Before that, I was Princess Zelda of Hyrule - a kingdom that I have been told, on numerous occasions, no longer exists.

[Audio] -> Old Persian +Translated Text (XD XD XD XD /epic fail)

[trustedhisheart]

Yes. It is a pity, given the circumstances, but it does make one feel a sense of reassurance to know that others understand.

[And he smiles at her next words. He couldn't agree more.]

Spoken like one who is truly wise.

It is troubling to think there is more than one person operating with similar methods, holding people prisoner with such powerful magic.

[And yes, it only makes sense that she is a princess.]

It is a pleasure to meet you, princes. I am King Tus, of the Persian Empire - which I have been told no longer exists as well.

[Audio] -> Hylian +Translated Text (no way old person is a language all on its own)

[scionofwisdom]

Indeed. [There is an uplift in intonation that suggests the barest hint of a smile. She understands all to well just what, exactly, this feels like to be thrust suddenly into a place without recollection of how you arrived - and then to be told your world was 'unmade'?

I could not agree with you more. [While Captain Redd had not been the welder of the End's power, he certainly had magical capabilities that far outstripped her own. That in itself was deeply perplexing and concerning.

...King? Well.]

It is an honor to meet you, Your Majesty. [Zelda supposed that she ought to introduce herself as queen these days - it had been the even of her coronation that Zant had swept the castle after all - but after twenty years of being called 'Princess', the title has stuck.]

I am afraid that is not an Empire that I am familiar with, though I will wager you are unfamiliar with Hyrule.

[Audio] -> Old Persian +Translated Text (Sure it is! XD Also it is in my drop box and won't go away)

[trustedhisheart]

The honor is mine, princess, even under such an unfortunate situation as this.

[It is still a bit strange, hearing 'your majesty' instead of 'your highness.' There's been moments when he's not entirely sure he'll ever get used to it, but he sets them aside as quickly as possible. He must adjust to it.

He's momentarily taken aback - the Persian Empire is the largest in the world, after all - but what she says is true. He hasn't heard of her kingdom, there's no reason to expect she would have heard of his.]

I am not familiar with it, I fear. It must be a great land, with so wise a princess.

[Audio] -> Hylian +Translated Text (now I'm going to randomly get old person aren't I 8D)

[scionofwisdom]

Indeed; Hyrule is a beautiful country. [OR - was, as the case may be. Zelda is no longer sure. With her being whisked to the Keep, it seems that the End's reach did not extend as far as she had previously thought.

Perhaps Hyrule could be made once more.

It was certainly something to think about, especially in relation to Ganondorf.

...Something to ponder.]

Thank you, for your words. Persia is in good hands, with you as their King.

[Audio] -> Old Persian +Translated Text (...yes. Yes, you probably are. XD)

[trustedhisheart]

It is indeed a pity I have not had occasion to see it, then.

[Perhaps he will have to look it up, once he manages to get out of here and put a stop to whoever is behind this, after he ensures Persia's safety.

He still has no doubt that this can be put right again. Persia is the greatest empire the world has known; it cannot end this way.

Her last words, however, make him smile. Even though he is not certain he believes them, it is very nice to hear.]

I can only hope it to be true, Your Highness. And I thank you, as well.

[Audio] -> Hylian +Translated Text (fantastic |D)

[scionofwisdom]

Perhaps one day you shall. [It was hard to say - especially with the fact that so many people from so many worlds can be pulled and pushed together into a giant melting pot in the shape of a Keep. She supposed it was a possibility.]

If you have need of anything, please do not hesitate to ask. I will do my best to answer any questions you might have.

[Audio] -> Old Persian +Translated Text (Mwahaha)

[trustedhisheart]

It is something I shall look forward to, then.

[And he will indeed. It's one of the things he enjoys most about his travels back home, the opportunity to see such beautiful lands.]

You are certainly most gracious, princess. You have my thanks, once again.