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Everything Happens in Ba Sing Se	By : CanadianGirl Category: Avatar - The Last Airbender > Het - Male/Female > Mai/Zuko Views: 4070 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 1
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Chapter Four: Criminals Beware!
Politics, running a country, listening to people complain and whine, negotiating; they were all, to put it bluntly, a bore. Zuko loved being Fire Lord and he took all his duties with the utmost of seriousness. Mai took his duties seriously too and helped all that she could. But they longed for something different; not parties or dances or gatherings with their friends, but something darker, dirtier, something a little dangerous. Zuko found himself fantasizing about his exploits as the Blue Spirit. He had no desire to rob people, of course, but a secret identity, something he could hide his Fire Lordyness (as Sokka called it so eloquently) behind was very appealing.
Sneaking out into Capitol City at night didn't cut it. The city pretty well went to sleep after sunset. Aside from a few taverns, restaurants and theatres that remained open to reasonably decent business, the city was quiet and dull. No predators prowled the streets looking for hapless citizens to rob or terrorize. There were no fights, aside from the very rare drunken brawl, and there was virtually no crime. Whatever dirty business the people of Capitol City got up to, if they got up to any at all, they did it behind closed doors and noiselessly.
"I can't believe how dull this city is. There's nothing going on, no one to throw my knives at, no asses to kick. Where do we have to go for some nighttime excitement?" Mai sighed with exaggerated exasperation and looked to Zuko for an answer. "Well, where?"
Zuko leaned against the white stone of a darkened storefront and thought for a moment. "Uncle Iroh mentioned a thief that's been bothering all the shop owners in his part of Ba Sing Se. Apparently he's very good; stealthy, elusive and leaves no sign of himself behind. They've been trying to capture him for weeks now." Zuko shrugged and returned Mai's stare.
"Why didn't you say anything? That's perfect. Next time we're there, we'll hunt down that thief and catch him. That beats going to the theatre every time. Now, we'll need the proper clothes and maybe masks. I know you've been thinking about the Blue Spirit." Zuko raised his hand in a feeble form of protest. "Don't deny it. You talk in your sleep and what you've been saying recently seems to revolve around your swords and that mask you once owned."
"Um, right, yeah, I have been thinking quite a bit about it." Zuko looked sheepish and glanced off down the deserted street. "It wouldn't do for anyone to see the Fire Lord and Fire Lady skulking about the streets of Ba Sing Se at night. Masks would eliminate that problem. And besides that, I think you would look, um, you know, sexy in one."
"Sexy, huh? Don't you think I look sexy now?" Mai moved slowly toward him, her face wearing a smirk, and then brushed her hand casually along his crotch. Her long, pale fingers, teased the material of his pants and what was being roused beneath.
Zuko licked his lips and stared down at his wife's hand. He thrust his hips, eager now for more of her touch.
"Uh, uh, not now; when we get home." Mai enjoyed playing with Zuko sometimes, bringing him agonizingly close to release and then denying it, at least for a while. It wasn't cruel or heartless, it was just one of the many ways they enjoyed each other.
She ran then, moving gracefully down the street, looking over her shoulder, watching as Zuko pushed himself off the wall, a frustrated growl escaping his lips. He took off after her, accidentally barreling into a huge potted plant that decorated the sidewalk. It fell with a thundering crash, the pottery breaking into hundreds of pieces, large and small. The soil, moist from a recent watering, made muddy trails across the stone and the plant itself lay on its side, vulnerable and exposed.
"Who's out there?" A window opened and a man's voice shouted angrily. "Hey, you little bastard, you broke my pot. You had better start running because if I get my hands on you, I'll…."
The deep voice seemed to vanish, but the storeowner was simple leaving his bedroom and stomping down the stairs to the front door. Zuko ran then, following a hysterically giggling Mai.
"Your face, oh Agni, your face," she spat out breathlessly when they finally rounded a corner and hunkered down in the dark. "That thief in Ba Sing Se had better watch out!"
Zuko silenced her with a searing kiss and then it was his turn to leave her behind. He was faster, but not by much. Slowing down every so often, he would let Mai catch up and then dart ahead again. He was laughing now, exhilarated by the night and the simple idea of a chase. Once inside the palace, he snuck through hallways and excitedly pushed his way into their bedroom. He was naked and ready for Mai when she finally joined him.

A month later, in the middle of a harsh Ba Sing Se Winter, Zuko and Mai visited Iroh.
"It's unusual for you to come during winter. When you visit the poles all either of you do is complain….or so I've heard." There was a twinkle in the old tea maker's eyes as he set about making yet another pot of tea.
Mai looked between her husband and Iroh, a stern expression on her face. "Oh, and where did you hear that little kernel of information? I'll bet Sokka shot his mouth off the last time he and Suki were in town."
"I can't reveal my sources, dear. You should know that." He was shaking with laughter now and almost dropped one of his favorite tea cups on the shiny plank floor.
"I'll find out," Mai continued, this time with a smirk. "Sokka's terrified of my knives. I can pin him to a wall in just a few seconds and then he screams for help like a little girl."
Zuko chuckled then as he pictured his Water Tribe warrior friend splayed out against a wall, Mai's blades protruding everywhere. He gave Mai a quick but powerful kiss as soon as his uncle's back was turned. "I like it when you talk about using your knives."
"Idiot," Mai scoffed as she pushed him away. But her cheeks were pink and she tingled deep inside.
"So Uncle, has that thief been caught yet?" Zuko glanced at Mai and she could have sworn that he winked. Iroh was really beginning to rub off on the younger man.
"Hmm, oh, the thief; hang on a moment." The old man added hot water to the tea leaves, then put his nose close to the tea pot, sniffing carefully. "Just right!" he declared. "Now, the thief; no, he or she has not been captured as of yet and people around here are growing very agitated. On the positive side, I've gained quite a few new customers who want my special, widely known relaxation blend."
He put three cups along with the teapot on a tray and carried them out into the main dining room. There were only two customers, a couple of ancient looking men who were engaged in a fierce pai sho battle. They paid neither Zuko nor Mai any mind. Iroh set the tray down on a table by the side window and then wandered over to speak with the two men. As soon as he came back, the young couple peppered him with questions about the thief.
"Why are you so interested?" Iroh asked instead of answering the questions. "Don't you have enough intrigue back home?" He narrowed his eyes and stared at the pair. "Oh, I get it. You're looking for an excuse to do a little hunting. Am I right?"
"You've caught us," Mai acknowledged with a flat, even voice. "Capitol City is completely devoid of intrigue and crime, which is great and all, but boring when you want to get a little skulking and blade throwing in."
"I don't know if it's such a good idea, you and Zuko prowling around the city looking for a thief. He's become violent too. I don't want to worry."
"Uncle, Mai and I have faced far worse than a thief who robs restaurants and shops. We can look after ourselves and we'll be disguised. We bought masks the last time we snuck into the market at home."
"The last time you wore a mask, nephew, you…."
Zuko raised a hand to stop his uncle. "I know; but things are very different. We'll be helping the citizens of Ba Sing Se. If the Dai Li* can't find him, it's time for someone else to step in."
"We're not doing it to help anyone, not really; if that's a side effect, great. We're looking for some fun." Mai reached for Zuko's hand and gave it playful squeeze. "Right, Zuko?"
"She's right, Uncle. Now please, tell us everything you know about this guy."
Iroh sighed but he consented. "Well, the robberies all take place about three hours before sunrise. No one has gotten a good look at the thief. He's dressed all in black, though, and wears a mask too. He's small and lightly built. That's why some people think it might be a woman….."
Zuko and Mai both leaned forward, chins resting on folded hands as they listened carefully to Iroh.

As the city finally went to sleep for the night, Mai and Zuko rose from their bed and got ready. Looking out the window, Zuko watched as lamps were extinguished everywhere, leaving only the occasional street light and the odd lamp left burning in an attempt to keep a business safe. It was strange to see the city go from bright to dark all in a few minutes. The tiny pinpricks of light here and there looked beautiful, like a scattering of yellow stars.
When he turned back from the window, a dreamy look on his handsome features, he came face to face with a very naked Mai. He turned pink immediately, despite having seen her body countless time and his expressive gold eyes took her all in greedily. He wanted to touch but Mai extended her arm and gave him his own black shirt and pants.
"Here, and put something on underneath. It's freezing out." She shivered a bit and then proceeded to attach all her knives, buckling an ankle holster here and pulling on a thigh holster there. Zuko was captivated. Every time she bent over or twisted or turned, he got just a little bit harder. When she began to wrap bindings around her breasts, he moaned a high pitched sort of moan and reached for her. "Zuko," she hissed. "Less staring, more dressing." Shirts and tunics and heavy pants went on next and all that delicious pale skin was covered.
"Uh, yeah, dressing." The Fire Lord shook his head and then carelessly pulled on his clothes, keeping one eye on Mai the entire time.
He reached for his scabbard next, pulling its strap over his shoulder.
"Here's your mask," Mai stated. She handed him a white mask, with a sorrowful expression on its pale face. With a giggle, she drew her black hair back into a ponytail, then put on her own, almost the same but with an angry expression.
They slipped out of the teashop, careful to lock it behind them. Mai tucked the key away somewhere in her clothing, and they were ready to go. The streets were far from empty. Drunks staggered their way home, rancid breath rolling out in waves of frosty white, taking detours down alleyways to vomit or relieve themselves, sometimes dropping down and falling promptly asleep. Mai made a disgusted sound as she and Zuko hugged the buildings, keeping to shadows and watching carefully for anything unusual.
There was nothing as of yet. Young lovers strolled in the middle of the streets, oblivious to anything but themselves, heading home from the theatre or a restaurant. The occasional tavern owner was still cleaning up in front of his building, muttering curse words about messy customers and lazy help.
The odors of cooking hung in the windless, cold night air, and they could still catch whiffs of perfume from the hundreds of women who had traversed the roads that evening. There was a certain life to Ba Sing Se, even after most everyone was in for the night, and even in the former 'Upper Ring'. It was a life that Capitol City was missing. Mai was fine with the absence of vomit and urine, though. That her home city could do without.
"Let's wait down here." She nudged Zuko and pointed to what looked like a clean and empty alleyway. "We can see anyone who walks by."
There were boxes stacked neatly at one end and the alley had no exit. It was more like an outdoor storage area for nearby shops. The couple remained near the street, but deep enough in the darkness so that no one could see them. They stood there for about a quarter of an hour, simply looking and listening. Mai was getting bored. Chasing someone was one thing. Staking out an area was quite different. And damn was it cold. Pushing off her mask, Mai pressed herself tight into Zuko, trembling for dramatic effect. He didn't ask what was wrong, simply removed his own mask and pulled her into his always warm embrace, forming little tendrils of flame that emerged from both his fingertips and his mouth. The heat seemed to curl its way around Mai, filling her with up with a delicious warmth. Her eyes were drawn to his lips and the fire within. Zuko followed her glance and with a sly grin he kissed her, allowing some of the residual heat to make its way into her mouth, then her throat, warming her from the inside out. It was incredibly erotic and all thoughts of the thief had left both their minds.
Zuko's arousal was obvious and it pressed into her with dogged insistence. The Fire Lady grabbed for it and rubbed sensuously. The little moans of excitement that escaped Zuko were all the reward she needed.
"Do you think we should?" she whispered suggestively into his undamaged ear, giving the lobe a gentle nibble before biting down hard.
He couldn't be bothered to answer with words. In fact, he was incapable of them at the moment. With a startling speed, he grabbed hold of her waist and dragged her with him toward the rough brick of the alleyway's wall. He fumbled with the drawstring of his pants while still holding on tight to Mai.
"Guess I got my answer," Mai drawled huskily and then helped Zuko with his pants.
To be continued…..Ah, I love writing that…
*I figure there could still be Dai Li working in Ba Sing Se. Why not? They were highly skilled and could be a good police force, you know, without all the brainwashing.

A/N: Sorry for the 2 parter, but I got lazy and wanted to end things here for now. Hope you enjoyed the chapter.
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