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Slow Heat
Chapter 18 – Good Morning, Sunshine
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One Month, 12 Days BSC
(Early-Mid August 1101)
Zuko
When I felt something warm against me upon waking, I was slightly confused at first. I had always woken up alone, and to have someone else in my bed was rather unexpected, to say the least. But when I gathered my senses and remembered what happened last night, I felt a slow smile spread on my face.
Katara hadn't sneaked off in the middle of the night. She was still here with me, her face peaceful as she snuggled up against me, her body warm and soft. There were no words to describe how right this all felt. There was nothing sexual about this, but I didn't enjoy it any less. And I wasn't about to climb out of bed and deny myself that simple pleasure. Very carefully, so not to wake her, I started to gently stroke her hair. She had a pleasant scent, warm and reassuring with a faint undertone that made me think of the ocean.
It was barely morning. The sky cast a gentle glow through the window even though the sun itself had not come up yet. All Firebenders had this ability to one degree or another as far as I knew, and it was said that it was because we were Agni's children. As far as I could remember, I would always feel a warm sensation in my limbs before dawn, and it was comforting. Of course, Katara's warmth was also comforting. I continued to lay there as the sky lightened bit by bit, lightly touching her arm and savoring the feel of her skin. I was always the first to rise, and usually I would go to meditate or Firebend while waiting for the others to wake up. The sun finally rose, casting a warm light into the room and I let out a contented sigh. I could definitely get used to this every morning.
A soft murmur escaped her lips as she stirred against me and I smiled to myself. I felt her foot rub against mine as she shifted, and I looked down, admiring her little feet. Slowly, I let my toes slide along the side of her feet, remembering how she had teased me with her feet the night before. It was unexpected but interesting, and I wondered what little surprises we would share later on.
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Katara
When I woke up, still groggy, I smelled something faintly reminiscent of smoke and spice. There was something warm against my body and I wiggled around slightly, feeling confused. I heard a soft murmur of 'Good morning' as I felt warm breath against my ear. Where was I? With a soft gasp, I opened my eyes – and found golden ones looking into mine.
The events of last night swiftly came to the surface, causing me to blush. Quickly, I looked down, remembering the warm intimacy we had shared, the things we had talked about. But I no longer felt guilty or ashamed... and there were no words to describe how relieved I was at that. Sure, I couldn't tell anyone, and I would have to be discreet, but it was like a lovely little secret that I could savor all to myself, something I didn't have to share with anyone else. Okay, so I wasn't the only one keeping the secret and it wasn't so little...
I looked back up at Zuko, meeting his gaze openly as he stared down at me calmly.
“Morning.” he murmured, his shaggy hair framing his face, looking sleep-tousled.
“Good morning, sunshine.” I shot back lightly. His chuckle was soft and pleasant.
“How long have you been awake?” I asked, wondering how long he had been watching me. I felt fingertips caress my arm.
“Shortly before dawn.” he replied. The room was filled with light, though I could tell the sun had just risen.
“A long time ago, you told me that I rose with the moon, and you rose with the sun.” I replied softly. “You really meant it, didn't you?”
A faint smile found its way onto his handsome features.
“The Sun is the source of Firebending. Before it rises, I feel it coming... there's a warm tingle inside, as if there's a little fire flowing through my veins. It... vitalizes me and wakes me up. Do you feel the same? With the Moon, I mean?” he asked.
“When the moon is new, not so much. But the fuller the moon gets... the stronger the pull is.”
“That's why you go to bed so late when the moon is big? I noticed that during these nights, you don't seem to want to wake up the next day.”
“After being up all night, would you?” I shot back lightly.
“I know the feeling.” Zuko murmured. “Some nights, when I was still... chasing the Avatar, I would follow a lead and be up all night, and in the morning when I felt the sun's warmth I still wanted to stay in bed.” he admitted softly.
“It must be nice. To feel that warmth, I mean.” I said softly, noticing that Zuko's shirt was partially open, revealing a nice peek of his bare chest.
“It's not the only warmth I am comfortable with.” he replied playfully, and a blush crept onto my cheeks as I quickly looked down. If Zuko kept touching my arm like that, even though the strokes were light...
“You're the one who left the fire-lily on my bed? At Hama's inn?” I asked, suddenly remembering that.
“... Yes.”
“I thought it was Aang.” I admitted. The kid was sweet on me and it was kind of flattering, but he was a kid, and Zuko... definitely wasn't. After what we had shared, it seemed natural to me that Zuko might be the one who left me the flower. Before, I would have laughed at that thought.
“Well, now you know better, don't you?” he asked. I smiled again.
“You've changed from the guy in a topknot who tied me to a tree.”
“Actually, I haven't changed much.” he replied. I raised an eyebrow.
“I wanted you even back then.”
“Oh!” I exclaimed softly, looking down. A soft chuckle met my ears.
Quickly I climbed off the bed, trying to maintain my dignity. The delicious heat that surged through my loins... I had to rein it in. I wasn't going to become some moony teenager with no control over the needs of her body. I wasn't going to deny that I liked Zuko, but I needed to be careful. Sokka most certainly couldn't know what Zuko and I had done. Toph, I doubted she'd care. But Aang... he was a sweet kid and he would be crushed to know that I desired the heat of the Firebender who was even now bathing me in the heat of his gaze.
“Don't go.” Zuko sounded almost plaintive, and I held back a soft sigh.
“The others will be up soon.” I said quickly.
“A few more minutes?” It was endearing to hear Zuko ask for a few more minutes. His gaze was so intent and yearning that I relented and sat down on the edge of a bed. Immediately, a hand wrapped itself around my middle. It felt good, but I knew I had to talk with him and make sure he understood how I felt.
“Look, Zuko... I'm not going to run away anymore.”
“Good. I'd rather enjoy you than pine after you.” he shot back. I smiled.
“Yeah, but you know we can't be like this in front of anyone else. We have to be careful of what we do around each other, okay?” I asked. He was silent for a moment before he nodded.
“I don't need your brother swinging his sword at me to defend his sister's 'honor'.” he replied dryly.
“You already took it.”
“And you took mine too.” he replied. It truly was nice to know that I had been his first. It made me feel good to know that when it came to sex, we were even, and our exchange had been mutual.
“Besides... I don't want to be one of these soppy couples who keeps holding hands and kissing each other and using pet names out in public.” he added quickly. I laughed at that.
“I really can't imagine you doing that.”
“Besides, I prefer what we're doing now. And we can even argue in front of the others. Seeing the fire in your eyes thrills me.”
“We'll find things to argue about, I'm sure.” I said lightly.
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Zuko
I was quiet as I watched Katara play with the water in the fountain. She didn't train with Aang much anymore, and the kid was now working on Earthbending with Toph. Sokka was off somewhere, thinking, calculating. It was funny because at first, I had taken him for an idiot. But he was pretty good at math, and I could not help but wonder how much a Fire Nation tutor from the University would benefit him..
I had always wondered what it would be like to spar with Katara. Now I had the perfect chance.
“Hey.” I said casually as I strolled into the clearing, feeling a breeze move through the canyon.
“Hi.” Katara replied just as casually, her body language seemingly indifferent. It was such a contrast from the night before, but now I knew better. I didn't feel deterred by her coolness.
“I was just wondering... I've been training with Aang and Toph, and I've been learning about Earth and Airbending. I was wondering if we could spar together. And you could teach me your moves. I'd teach you mine, of course. I could even teach you meditation and whatever else you wanted.” I offered. She was silent for a few moments.
“You know what, that's a good idea.” she replied. The smile on her face was lovely.
The Waterbender's movements were graceful like the water she commanded. I took care with my Firbending, since I had no desire to hurt her. And it was exhilarating the way we moved against one another, Bending, almost dancing, her eyes alight with fierceness but no malice as she sought to one-up me.
I intensified my efforts, seeking a way to bring her down – pin her down so I could feel her body against mine – but she slipped away like an eel. Not that I would expect any less of her, and I was actually having fun. I could even see a hint of a smile on these soft lips of hers, and this caused me to intensify my efforts. Katara had taken off her red skirt and her sandals, wearing just her wraparound and long shorts. I had taken off my shirt, and much to my delight, it had distracted her for a moment before she quickly recovered.
My blood was pounding as I eyed her, avoiding her attacks and trying to pin her down, my hands flicking as I broke up her water whips with well-placed bursts of Firebending. As I studied her movements, I had no doubt she was studying my own. What had Uncle said about Waterbending? It was flowing, using the opponent's energy against them when possible. With that in mind, I shifted my stance, unleashing a burst of Firebending to distract her before I grabbed her, letting her movements slide against my own as I brought her down, pinning her. Her heart pounded against mine, and I let out a satisfied chuckle as I looked down at her. Her cheeks were flush and a fine sheen of sweat shone on her brow.
“To the victor go the spoils.” I whispered. Her soft breasts pressed against my chest, and when she wiggled against me, I had to bite back a surge of passion. Agni, how could Katara look so beautiful, short of breath and sweaty? It seemed that even if she put on a burlap sack, she would still look desirable.
“I'll win next time.” she promised.
“And I'll teach you a few things about Firebending.” I shot back.
“This was actually fun, now that I wasn't trying to shove an icicle into your heart.”
“Into my heart? I'm hurt.” I replied in mock dismay.
“I'll never forget that fight we had at the North Pole.”
“Neither will I.” I said softly. My face lowered slowly
“Are you okay?” I heard a boyish voice cry out. I looked up in surprise to see Aang standing there, his gray eyes wide. Katara blushed even more.
“Ye... yes. Uh... Zuko and I were sparring.”
“Fighting?” Aang asked. I saw his eyes narrow a bit in concern.
“No, sparring. Zuko won a few moments ago. It's no big deal, we're both fine.” Katara explained. I quickly took my cue to rise to my feet, helping Katara up by grabbing her hands before backing away a step.
“I'll teach you a few more moves later.” I replied noncommittally, trying to calm my racing heart as I retreated further, bowing politely to her. She bowed back as well before Aang approached her.
As the Avatar led her away, Katara looked over her shoulder at me, a small twinkle in her eyes. Yes, we would be sparring more often...
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