I also wouldn't place too much emphasis on following the story, or at least expecting a deep and complex narrative from it. That's not what BOTW is about; it's about the stories you make for yourself by adventuring and experimenting.
Instead of playing for the next story beat, try to focus on working towards the next improvement for your character, whether that be the next boost to your health or stamina, that next awesome weapon or shield, working to complete a set of armor, etc, or reaching that next shrine, tower, or divine beast, or overcoming that enemy who kicked your arse before.








