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Can Fire melt? Ask the Earth	By : SSjJaden Category: Avatar - The Last Airbender > Het - Male/Female > Toph/Zuko Views: 13995 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 1
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„Man, Toph’s taking long.” whispered Katara, only to herself. There was a large chamber in the Temple where they gathered. Iroh made a big fire as an attempt to stay warm in the chilling night.

Katara was sitting on a stone bench, Azula’s head in her lap. The Princess was half asleep, staring at the bonfire. Aang sat beside Iroh. The boy looked down a bit. He was in a really bad mood because he though that Zuko was attacked because of him. If Zuko would have stayed in the capital he could have avoided this situation. Now he was lying in a coma. The others tried to talk some sense into him but he was stubborn.

Iroh was not a least bit worried. He was downright cheerful. After the group told him about the attack he was really happy. He explained that Zuko showed great talent when he was younger and now he reached a whole new level of power. This coma was just a small pause. Iroh was sure that Zuko will be all right.

Sokka and Suki were sitting on the ground. Suki’s head was on Sokka’s shoulder. She seemed to be asleep and Sokka himself blinked more often and his eyes stayed closed for longer periods of time.

Mai and Ty Lee went back to their rooms hoping a good night sleep will claim them. They were really worried about Zuko, especially Ty Lee. She looked tired but never gave in to sleep. It took a good, hour long row with Mai to finally give in.

Katara was the only one who just couldn’t sleep peacefully. Toph never came out of Zuko’s room, not even to eat or drink. She spent a whole day in there. The door was locked and no answers came after Katara yelled inside.

Iroh drank his tea quietly. He tried to start a conversation many times before but it just died out. But once he saw Katara’s face he just had to talk to her. He checked and saw that, fortunately, Azula was asleep for now. He sighed and turned to the Water Tribe girl.

„It seems you are troubled Katara.” he started. The girl just looked at him. She didn’t try to deny it, she thought it was obvious. „Can I help you?”

„I would appreciate but I just can’t express myself.” she said. Azula stirred and Katara stroke her hair lovingly. „I was thinking about the people Zuko fought with...”

„I would hardly consider them ’people’.” Iroh cut in but he then realised what she wanted to say. „Oh, I see.”

„I just can’t take it. I mean... we saw the Dai Li. They were Earthbenders and they still were power-hungry and evil. And... no offense but the Firebenders aren’t really kind people.”

„None taken.”

„Yeah, well...”

„It’s just hard to believe that there are evil Waterbenders...”

„Katara...” Iroh started. „Do you accept an old man’s opinion?” Katara just smiled and nodded. Iroh sighed and shook his head while pouring more tea into his cup.

„Katara, you think people are divided into the four realms. Water, Earth, Fire and Air. That is not true. You know what is the difference bethween you and Toph?” Katara shook her head, not because she knew no difference, but because she would like to hear his thoughts.”Eye colour. Skin colour. Nothing more. You might have been raised differently but you both are still humans. What is the difference bethween a girl and a girl? Nothing. I know what you think and you are not wrong. Birth can place you into these... ranks, as I can’t put it in a better phrase.”

„You think differently about your culture and others. Yours almost seem more important that others, believing in the superiority of it. It’s always better. But you see, after Zuko and I were banished we travelled a lot together, we saw different lands and people. His eyes were blinded by his so-called ’destiny’ to capture the Avatar, but even he saw. That is why he changed sides, why he choose you over his own family and people. Because he thought that the connection you had was enough motivation to risk his death or his treason. Beeing a Water Tribe or Fire Nation is a pathetic excuse for not believing in love and friendships. Seeing a Waterbender pillaging and killing is not a rare thing. Avatar Motzu was Fire Nation and he fought a North Pole tyrant Lo Weng.” at this, Katara’s eyes widened in shock. „Avatar Ginto, a Water Tribe woman destroyed an army of Airbenders. Avatar Kyoshi killed and Earthbender general who tried to conquer the world. And now you fight against Ozai.”

„So you say that where you born... doesn’t matter?” she whispered, still stroking Azula’s hair. Iroh shook his head.

„Yes and no. Yes it matters because different cultures are important and fun to explore. Having a friend from somewhere other than where you were born is exceptional. No it doesn’t matter when you chose who you befriend. Your love is a perfect example. As is Zuko’s.”

Katara smiled thankfully at the old man. Truth be told, she needed that. She needed to be told that what she felt wasn’t a sin. That her love is not out of bounds. She loved Azula with all of her heart but there was something in her mind that kept telling her how wrong she really was. As she thought about this, her face mirrored her thoughts and Iroh sighed.

„Katara, I really thought that if there is a person who would not care about these things, it’s you. You love her and she loves you. You are Water Tribe. She’s a Fire Nation Princess. Frankly, who cares? Ginseng tea or jasmine tea. Who cares? They may have different flavour but they are tealeaves nonetheless.”

Katara felt her cheeks redden and a single tear drop from her eye. She felt really stupid. She looked down at Azula’s sleeping form, her face which was so accustomed to bear frowns were now calm and tender. Her full lips curved up into a smile. She was obviously dreaming something good.

„I’m so sorry. Iroh, please don’t mention this to Azula...” she begged but the old man just raised a hand.

„Of course I won’t say. Now, would you try my new kind of leaf-mix? I think they are really good...”

*

Zuko looked down on Toph’s sleeping form and smiled. They were alone for the whole day and they just spent their time in each other’s arms, not doing anything in particular. Zuko told her about his visions of Avatar Roku and boy, was she shocked. Furthermore, they talked about each other.

Zuko loved her and Toph loved him, that was sure. But things weren’t so simple anymore. It was a full scale war and the Invasion was just a week off. They had to be prepared.

Zuko was sure that he could control the Lightning more or less, but what happened with the Ravagers was still a trouble. They found him, and they were sent by Ozai which meant that the Fire Lord was looking for him. He knew what he had to do, but he was really afraid to do it. Zuko sighed and stroke Toph’s hair. She suddenly looked up and smiled.

„Hello Sparky. Awake?”

„More or less.”

„Up for another round?”

„Meaning what exactly?”

„Well, if you don’t know then I suppose we could just delay it...” she teased and Zuko just kissed her passionetly.

„Not now. I don’t think I would survive.” he laughed and got up, stretching. Toph sat up and crossed her arms over her chest.

„Won’t survive you say?” her voice was mocking but she smiled still.

„I think it’s time for me to talk to the others.” his tone was serious now. Toph nodded and sighed. They both dressed and walked out of the room.

*

Katara blinked, trying to focus her vision. She must have dozed off, since the last thing she remembered was drinking tea with Iroh. When she finally was able to see properly she saw something which froze her blood in her veins.

Iroh was laughing at something while Azula and Toph eyed each other as if they did not understand something. And there sat Zuko, still explaining something to his Uncle, gesturing heavily with his hands. The old man just fell off the rock he was sitting on. The boy turned to her and smiled.

„Hey Katara. You finally woke up.” he said. The Waterbender still couldn’t believe that he was there fully energetic and smiling. This must be a dream. Yeah, she’s still be sleeping. That’s it.

„Something wrong love?” Azula asked looking a bit concerned. Katara shook her head, her eyes never leaving Zuko.

„You’re up? Zuko, are you really here?” she croaked, her voice not yet returning fully.

„Well yeah, I think I am still intact... more or less.” he replied but before he could say or do anything a body collided with his. Katara jumped on him, crushing his body with a bear hug. Aang, Sokka and Suki all jumped awake at the ruckus. They, apparently, were not awakened by Iroh’s deep laughter. When they saw Katara and Zuko on the ground, the girl hugging the living soul out of the boy, Aang yelled in happy triumph and jumped on the couple. Sokka, still half asleep just looked in front of him, not really focusing on his surroundings. Suki just stood there. She was wide awake but she was weary of the Firebenders.

It took minutes for Zuko to untangle himself from his crazed friends, all three laughing. They stood and looked at each other admiringly. Azula, who just sat there marveled at the trust and relief she saw in the eyes of both Katara and Aang. It was such a miracle, really. Zuko was their enemy for a long time and yet they formed a strong bond in a matter of weeks.

„When did you awake?” Katara asked while they sat. Sokka, who shook off his dreaminess sat with them with Suki.

„Well, I dunno.” Zuko answered. „Yesterday, I think. Well if it’s past midnight now, then yes, yesterday.”

„And what happened?” Aang asked excitedly. „With that Lightning?”

Zuko sighed and started to tell them about his past experiences with the Art but then Ty Lee and Mai came along. They probably failed at their attempts to sleep and wanted to come out to the rest of the gang. After long greetings and a couple of bear hugs from Ty Lee later, Zuko started his story from the beginning for the girls to understand.

When he finished, Sokka just whistled.

„Wow, you’re the heir of Roku?” Aang gaped. Azula just muttered a ’Figures’ and said nothing more. Iroh beamed.

„I always knew you’re special Nephew. But even I didn’t know this. I’m impressed.” Zuko shrugged but he had a smile on his lips.

„It’s weird. Still that’s not the biggest of our concerns.” he sighed. His hand reached for Toph’s and squeezed it softly. „The Invasion is only a week away. I really think we would need a plan or a strategy.” At this, Sokka jumped up.

„Glad you mentioned it. I already have some ideas, if I may.” after everyone’s nod, he sat, legs crossed, and reached for his bag, which was on a nearby rock. He pulled out a roll of parchment from it and unrolled it. It was a map of the island of Sozin, the Capital.

For endless hours all of them were trying to understand the complexity of Sokka’s plan. When they finally did, they found many flaws in it and tried to come up with different ideas. Some involved Toph making a tunnel from under the island. Unfortunately these were all just guessings. Not even Azula, nor Iroh knew about the defense system of the Capital against an attack. They never thought that Sozin will be under siege so they never really cared. Now they both regretted it.

„This sucks!” Sokka yelled. The Sun was rising on the horizon and they could not come up with a normal battle-plan which they could execute. They were all aggravated and tired. Toph yawned lightly and turned to ask Zuko if he would like to have an early breakfast when she saw his face. It was in a deep frown, his eyebrows furrowed, his lips tightly pushed together. She knew that look. He came up with an idea which could work. And he didn’t like it a bit. He finally looked up and his eyes met Toph’s. She saw so much emotion in his gaze. Fear, sadness... something’s wrong. Zuko knew that she found out about his idea so he turned to Sokka to announce it. No use hiding.

„I have a plan.” he said and everyone quieted down and turned towards him. He looked into the fire and sighed. Man, it was hard to start. „It involves me and Azula. I... I think we should go home.” Silence.

After a few seconds Azula broke into a fit of mocking laughter.

„That’s you idea?” she asked. „I never thought you’d be this stupid Brother. Father wants you dead.”

„Which is exactly my point.” Zuko said. „He wants me dead. But he needs you to be his... Queen.” Azula frowned but he continued. „He wants you to be safe. He never suspected you to betray him. He still thinks you’re on his side. This is to our advantage. Plus he thinks that Aang is dead. Hear my plan out.”

And he started. He originally thought it would be a good idea to silently invade the city after a mock attack from the Water Navy. They could slip into the palace without detection and confront Ozai before he could act. This plan, however, had many flaws and was not enough. So what was on his mind is how to perfect it. He thought that the Water attack could be only half-mocking. It wouldn’t be a serious invasion attempt but still enough for some of them to be unnoticed. Katara, Sokka, Iroh, Suki and Toph would be on the boats and help the invasion force in it’s offensive. It would be a risky battle but unavoidable.

Then the idea hit him. He needed more groups for them to be successful. He thought that he, Azula, Ty Lee and Mai could return to the Capital way before the attack. Days before it, actually. The three girls would arrive in Sozin, with Zuko as captive. Ozai would never suspect it. They would lock Zuko up in the Capital before his execution which would give him time to escape and meet Azula inside the palace. Meanwhile Aang could infiltrate the city from atop the cliffs surrounding it. None knew he was alive so noone would suspect such an attempt. The city would be empty, considering that every soldier will be on the battlefield and the citizens will lock themselves inside their homes.

After Aang arrives into the city, Mai and Ty Lee would wait for him to guide him from the outside. They will show the way into the inner sanctuary where he would meet Zuko and Azula who will guide him from the inside. If they will have luck and speed on their side, they will triumph.

Zuko explained this to the others who took it all in easily. After he finished, they looked deep in thought. Sokka was the one who broke the silence.

„This... might actually work.” Iroh nodded but the girls looked a bit taken aback. Toph looked at Zuko, her eyes wairy and questioning.

„You don’t really consider the possibility of handing yourself in?” She already knew the answer of course and Toph was sad. Simply sad. She would have to say goodbye to her love. He will not fight on her side in the battle and she will not be able to fight on his side against Ozai. She would be totally alone. Of course the others will be there, but still... And what about the prison. His execution? This was risky and dangerous, just like his plan under Ba Sing Se. Toph was right about this: she didn’t like it. And the most painful of all was that his plan was really a good one and it might work, as Sokka said. And frankly: they had no other choice.

„I dunno.” Katara said. „This is too dangerous. Zuko, you just don’t know what they could do to you in that prison. They migt execute you on the spot!”

„Actually, they won’t.” It was Azula who spoke. „I know my Father and so does Zuko. He knows that Father would gloat about his capture. He would make a celebration about his execution.” Katara opened her mouth to say something, but Mai just cut in.

„I don’t really think we have another choice. We’ve been talking for hours and this is the only plan which could work.” she sad in a ’matter of fact’ style. Suki turned to Aang who looked deep in thought.

„What about you Aang? What do you say?” the boy just looked up but instantly turned back to the flames.

„A really good plan. I died for Zuko’s plan before. No matter how risky it was, we all understood that we had nothing to do against it. It’s a ’take it or leave it’ effect. Thing is, we’re not allowed the luxury of leaving it. I say I’m in.” he turned his determined gaze to Zuko who nodded to him admiringly and thankfully.

Before anyone could say a thing a huge explosion shook the whole cliffside. Everyone jumped to their feet and looked around, searching for the source of the waves.

„There!” Aang yelled and pointed at another hanging tower. Zuko tried to focus in the dim light and he finally saw the thing the Avatar was pointing at. He just couldn’t believe his eyes. A man with a metal leg and arm, bald head and and eye tattoo on his forehead stood on the tower.

Gotru.

He breathed in sharply and again, a wave of energy was released and a huge explosion erupted. Everyone jumped inside the narrow corridor of their bedrooms. The floor and the walls were shaking.

„What the hell is he?” Sokka asked while another explosion shook the terrace.

„How can you kill someone who can make explosions with his mind?” Aang yelled. Zuko jumped out and aimed.

A flash of lightning struck and Gotru fell on his back. Zuko knew he was not quick and precise enough. He only struck his metal leg, not really damaging it, although his body might have felt the electricity. The large man was slowly standing up and Zuko gathered some energy on his fingertips.

Azula looked at her Brother. Time stopped as she saw his determined face, his expression, his movements. How he handled himself, how he jumped out of corner without saying a thing to anyone else. He was so brave and stupid.

Zuko saw Gotru as he inhaled again. They were far away from each other, yet Zuko saw his expression, his eyes. The mindless rage in them. This man never experienced defeat. He was here to kill him. Sheer bloodlust and revenge. Zuko didn’t have a second thought about shooting lightning.

The energy hit Gotru before he could use his ability. It blew right through his tattoo. He was dead before he landed on his back again.

Zuko straightened up and the others walked out of the corridor. Toph hit Zuko’s shoulder painfully then hugged him.

„Never do this again, will you?” she asked, her face in his chest. He nodded and smiled at her.

They decided that they should retire for the day. They spoke through the night so everyone was tired and wary. Zuko was now awake and well so noone was stressed about that, not even Ty Lee. Everyone reached their bedrooms to sleep peacefully.

*

„Azula, please don’t do this!” Katara asked her love desperately, trying to make her understand that Zuko’s plan was really dangerous.

„Katara, I won’t change my mind, so you could stop your assault! I’m doing this and it’s final!” the Princess’ voice was loud and harsh which sut up Katara immidiately. Only Azula had this effect on the stubborn Waterbender. She just sat on their bed, tears forming in her eyes. She shook her head trying to dissolve the moisture but it just kept coming. She felt another body beside her, indicating that Azula too sat down. She felt a soft hand in her hair and looked at Azula. Their eyes met, gold ones with blue ones. The Waterbender slowly kissed her love then hugging her tightly.

„I’m so sorry. It’s just that...” she felt a finger on her lips.

„Shh. I know love. I know. But I need you tonight.” Azula’s voice was husky and passionate. She kissed Katara, this time more deeply. Their tongues twisted and turned in their mouths, feeling the warmth and wetness of each other.

Azula’s hand made it’s way towards Katara’s robes and quickly untied it, getting used to doing it by now. Katara’s fingers stroke her long hair, making her moan in her mouth. Azula pushed Katara on the bed. Her chest was now unrobed, her dark breasts fully visible to her. Azula never saw anything so beautiful before. She leaned closer and kissed her hungrily.

Katara felt Azula’s hands on her breasts and felt her nipples being pinched. She moaned loudly and pushed Azula’s head deeper into hers, their mouths almost ripping apart. Azula broke their fierce kiss and leaned down on Katara’s breasts, taking an aroused nipple in her mouth.

Katara felt her tongue around her sensitive spot and moaned even louder. Azula’s hand made its way towards Katara’s warmth, pushing the underwear out of the way. The Waterbender felt fingers entering her, not too deeply but it was still, like Zuko’s lightning, it hit her with full force. She arched her back and moaned. Her hands grabbed Azula’s head and lifted it so they could make eye-contact.

“I’m ready.” Katara whispered and Azula knew what she was talking about.

“You sure?” she just nodded and braced herself. Azula sighed and pushed her fingers deeper and with force. She felt Katara’s barrier brake. The girl whimpered and cried out in agony but she held Azula close and rocked her hips to give her lover more courage to proceed. She did and the pain slowly subsided giving it’s place to untold pleasure.

Azula inserted another finger and then another. With three fingers inside of her, Katara could barely hold her orgasm at bay, but when Azula leaned closer and licked her nipples again, she just let it all lose.

A climax unlike any other before claimed Katara as she screamed out Azula’s name. The Princess felt her walls tightening around her fingers and knew how much pleasure it caused for her love. When Katara finally stopped shaking she reached for Azula’s robe’s buttons, but the Firebender just smiled and waved it off.

“No, my love. This night is yours.” she whispered and Katara kissed her. They lay beside each other, arms wrapped around their bodies when they fell asleep. None of them knew what they would face. None of them knew about the battles and trials ahead. For now, nothing mattered, just the love which the couples in the Western Air Temple felt. Nothing more. None of them knew who will die next or who will survive the war. None of them cared. They loved each other. That’s all that matters.

Up and rollin’ again. Sorry for the long wait guyz, I’m just trying to get used to summer and recuperate after my finals. I’m ready for university now and to continue all of my FFs! I know that this chapter was sloppy, forgive me I just have to get used to writing all over again. And I’m double sorry for not going into details about Sokka’s plan but I figured that who saw the show knew what it was. I hope you liked it and review please!
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