Before, After, & Always
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Last published Thu, May 28, 2026
What if after sending Link backwards in time, it was Zelda alone who retained memories of his heroism? Will Link succumb to nihilism, navigating a life without purpose or meaning? Or can Princess Zelda help piece back together what time has misplaced?
WARNING: PLEASE DON'T IGNORE THE MATURE TAG; this story includes NSFW, implied/referenced self-harm, suicidal ideation, and other themes of similar nature. Only proceed if you're comfortable!
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