I love your choice of words - your writing is always immersive upon reading the first sentence...

Yikes. That was almost like a punch in the guts - I feel horribly bad for all three of them, especially since Link will never know what exactly he lost. I do like the concept of Riding, too - it explains the end of the game quite nicely! Great job, and if you want to do a sequel with a happier end, I wouldn't at all be opposed ;)

Wow... this gave me chills. Great job, definitely favorite material! I look forward to seeing more from you! :D