What Must Be Done
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This story depicts Link and Zelda's struggles to maintain a balance in their lives, with which they can fulfill their responsibilities and also enjoy a happy life, together. Fate never favors the duo, but in this lifetime, they will do what must be done to change their ending. Post-Calamity. Zelink. Mature Content.
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