(Entry for Smash King24's Christmas Contest 2014) When Zelda is out with a high fever and laments that she will not be able to make her favorite childhood treat, a certain blue haired mercenary thinks he can help. When he bites off more than he can chew, he learns an important lesson of the holiday season himself.
Memories. Everyone has them. Some of them are good, others not so much. As Ike reflects on his time as an Ambassador to Hyrule, he recalls all of the memories. The good and the bad all form together as he recalls how he fell for a young Princess, and unwittingly caused the death of many others. And he knows what course of action needs to be done to move past the memories.
Homicide detectives Ike, Link, and Marth are in over their heads. What starts out as a murder of musician Lyn soon spans out into several more victims. Soon they realize there is more going on then just murders and are dragged into the underworld of the city: where the drugs are king and those in power have many ways to keep it. Often, the price is your life.
Zelda, the heir apparent to the Roman Empire, is faced with conundrum. She is torn between what she desires and what is best for Rome. Her heart guides her but her wisdom leads her another way. When she falls for a barbaric Celt who now fights as a gladiator, it sets her on a path that will affect not only her but the whole Empire.
The Jericho Reach, a place of traitors, heretics, and xenos. Beset on all sides by the Imperium and their foes, decisive battles need to be won. Among those tasked are the Deathwatch, the Chamber Militant of the Ordo Xenos. And one Kill-Team, led by Inquisitor Astrid, are among the greatest legends of those who partake in the Long Vigil. These are their exploits.
Redemption is often found in the manner of one's death. When they give their lives in the name of He who reigns eternal on Terra, even the most notorious of the Penal Legion can find redemption. As one discredited commissar is about to find out, it will be such a way to find his redemption.
One shot for Valentines day and a gift fiction. it is Lunar Festival of Lovers in Crimea. Given some time off by the Master Hand, Ike and Zelda enjoy the royal gala where they experience many different things. In the end, they realize what a holiday like this is meant for, to love and honour the ones close to you.