**Chaos in the Lobby**

The grand lobby of the Super Smash Brothers' hotel was usually a place of elegance and sophistication, but today it was a hub of frantic activity. Characters from all corners of the Smash universe hurried about, whispering to one another in hushed tones. "I don't know what's going on, but it's clear something's wrong," said Donkey Kong, his deep voice laced with concern as he paced back and forth. "It's Link," whispered Kirby, his eyes wide with worry. "He was in a terrible accident during the last battle." Samus, standing by the reception desk, turned to face the group. "We need to keep this quiet, at least for now. We can't let Zelda find out." "Why not?" asked Peach, her brow furrowed. "She's his closest friend, isn't she?" Mario and Luigi exchanged a nervous glance. "We've been down this road before," Mario said quietly. "Remember when Ganondorf... Well, you know. She found out, and it wasn't pretty." Luigi nodded in agreement. "We can't risk that happening again. Not now, not with everything that's at stake." The group fell silent, each lost in their own thoughts. Meanwhile, in a nearby suite, Zelda sat on a couch, oblivious to the commotion unfolding below. She was engrossed in a book, her long golden hair cascading down her back like a river of sunset hues. Back in the lobby, the anxiety continued to build. "We need to get Link to a safe place," said Fox, his usually stoic expression replaced by concern. "We can't let him... You know, be seen like that." "Agreed," said Yoshi, his voice firm. "I'll help get him settled. But what about Zelda? How long can we keep this from her?" Samus's expression turned grim. "As long as possible, I hope. Let's just focus on getting Link stable for now." As the group began to disperse, a worried-looking Toon Link emerged from the crowd. "Guys, I think I saw Zelda getting up from her room. What do we do?" The lobby erupted into a flurry of worried whispers and frantic gestures. The chaos had only just begun, and it seemed that time was running out to keep the truth from Zelda...