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Once upon a time
In a far away land, of mystery and enchantment, there lived a young maiden.
Pure of heart and strong of spirit.
Adored by many but remained humble and fair.
But what she never realized was that she was destined for greatness.
That is where our story…
"Twilight? What are you doing?"
"Rainbow Dash, quit interrupting me!"
"Come on! You're making the story sound like some boring old folks tale!"
"Oh, and I suppose you have a better way of telling it?"
"I believe I can help with that, darling." Rarity flipped her mane with her feathered wing. "In fact, let's tell it with a little more flair."
Twilight rolled her eyes, "Just so long as you tell the story as it is, without exaggeration anything."
"I'll make sure of that, sugarcane!" said Applejack, "But I think we best start from the very, very begginin'."
Waaaah-Haaaaa-aaa!
Back when the world was new
The planet earth was down on its luck
And everywhere the fire nation
Ran amok!
Pinkie Pie: "It was supper nasty!"
There was a mess wherever you stepped!
Twilight: Where chaos reigned
Pride, anger and prejudice never slept
Pinkie: Sing it, girlfriend!
Girl: And then along came Aang
Applejack: He hurled his bending, pow!
Girls: He zapped!
Applejack: Locked o'ld Ozai in a vault
Girls: He's trapped
And on his own stopped chaos in it's tracks!
And that's the gospel truth!
The guy was too type A to just
Relaaaaaaaaaaaax!
Rainbow: And that's the world's first dish
Pinkie: Yeah, Dashie!
Rarity: He helped the globe while still in his youth
Girls: Though, honey, it may seem impossible
That's the gospel truth!
On Republic City, life was sweet and smooth and sweet vermouth
Oooooh
Though, honey, it may seem impossible
That's the gospel
Truuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuth
Twilight: But our story doesn't end there. Oh no. After Aang passed, a successor was born to take his place. But, there was a little bit of a twist in that story.
When young Korra was born
Girls: Oh, oooooooooo
Twilight: But once the moon spirit kissed her crown
Her powers were hidden from sight
To keep her safe from harm
Pinkie Pie: Tell it, girl
Sunset: But the whole world wept
Girls: Oh, oh, oh…
Sunset: Because their hero never came home
They never knew the precious baby
Was hidden in plain sight
But on her seventeenth year
Before the moon rose down once more
The child discovered everything
And that's the gospel
Truth
Girls: Oh, gospel
Truuuuuuuuuuuuuth…..
(~)
It had been six months after Korra defeated Amon and discovered her Avatar powers and heritage. Six long months, which somehow seemed to fly on by. The young Avatar was a busy as ever, so far she attended galas, had prevent interviews, spoke to the press, assisted the president in various diplomatic situations, and in her spare time, she would help out at the orphanage, teaching young children how to paint and draw. It was her only free time.
Her friends all managed to keep busy as well. Asami became the new Vice President of her father's company, while her boyfriend still pro-bended. But without Korra or Mako, he had to find a new team…though, they were not his former teammates…at all.
Mako became a great police officer and, if he kept up the good work, he would be promoted to detective soon. However, he still managed to find time to spend with his friends…especially Korra
Though, things between them didn't really change. They weren't dating but did manage to spend some time together, just the two of them either eating lunch or just to sit and talk about each other's day. Their friendship grew more and more by the day, nothing between them had changed. However, Mako was still hoping something would at some point, but he did not want to rush Korra or pressure her at all. But there was still no denying his feelings for where, which only grew more and by each and every single day. It was becoming harder and harder for him to hide them. Little did he know, Korra was going through the same thing.
A few passing by standers were minding their own business, when a very excited young firebender came running out of the police headquarters, a bag filled with papers and got onto his motorcycle.
"Mako, wait up!" one of his fellow officers called out, waving a paper in hand, "You forgot something!"
"Oh, thanks!"
"You really gonna show her this now?"
"This is huge, Lee! After three months I finally found what she's been looking for! I'll see you after lunch!" he quickly zoomed on his bike, as his pale watched him leave. Mako had never felt sow amped up in his life. This was something he and Korra had been working on for months, and now he finally found what they had been looking for. He couldn't wait to see the look on her face, and the face on his boss one she discovers the great detective work he did. This was going to be grand!
As he drove down the street, people all around were as happy as could be. And it was all thanks to Korra. Many said she was a blessing for so many people. Especially for Mako.
The streets are open, so is that store
I didn't know they did that anymore
Who knew we could become such a place
For years I've roamed these hard cold streets
Hardly had some decent eats
But, finally, I can feel the sun's embrace!
I know it may sound crazy, maybe even strange
But, wow, am I so ready for this change!
'Cause for the first time in forever
There is music
There is light
For the first time in forever
My heart is not locked up tight
Don't know is I'm loosing it, but I'm somewhere in the zone
'Cause for the first time in forever…
I don't feel alone
Mako stopped his bike for a brief moment to buy a flower from a nearby vendor. He handed him the money and the man gave Mako the flower.
"Here ya go, son."
"Thanks."
"Off to meet a special lady, I presume."
"Well…something like that." he smiled and rode off once more.
(~)
The orphanage was run by a kind elderly woman named Hama. She loved the children and loved how Korra would take time out of her day to spend with them. The Avatar was most happiest when she was teaching the children who to paint. Their mural was a stunning representation of the four nations of the world, added with stunning images of animals, people and even a few make believe spirits they invented out of their imagination. One of the children, Kai, was focused on his latest masterpiece. The young boy showed signs of real talent in the skill. Korra squatted down to his level and her eyes grew wide in wonder.
"Wow! Kai, this is incredible! I love the detail on the scales."
Kai had painted the most stunning dragon he had ever painted. "Thanks!" he said, "But, I can never make one as beautiful as yours." he gestured to Korra's dragon, which was pure white with long whiskers and no wings, unlike Kai's. "How come he doesn't have wings? I've never seen dragons like that before."
Korra tilted her head a bit, even she herself was curious as to how the idea came to her conscious mind. "I'm not sure. Just came to me, I guess." she was interrupted when Hamma called out to her.
"Korra, there's a young man here to see you."
The white-haired Avatar followed the elderly woman to the lobby, where Mako was waiting for her, folders in hand. She smiled when she saw him.
"Mako, what are you doing here?"
"Sorry to bother you, but I couldn't wait to give this to you." he handed her the folder, and her eyes slightly widened. Her heart raced a bit.
"Are these-?"
"Yeah."
She opened the folder and looked through the papers. She took out one sheet and she was nearly breathless. She placed it back into the folder and gave it to him, "Okay, keep these for now and come to the island tonight. We'll tell my father there." Korra moved her hair back, still feeling stunned by all of this.
"You okay?" Mako asked with concern, "This is what you wanted."
"I know, I just…I can't believe this is happening." a smile appeared on her face, "You found him. You actually found him!"
Instinctively, Korra wrapped her arms around Mako's neck, hugging him tightly. Mako hugged her in return, sometimes her unexpected hugs were overwhelming, but worth it. Korra realized what she was doing and released him, looking back at the folder in her hands.
"I honestly don't know what else to say!"
"You don't need to say anything." Mako assured, "You can show this to your father after you get home."
Korra bit her bottom lip nervously before getting the courage to ask her friend, "Actually, I was kinda hoping you could come by and, we can show him this together."
It was now Mako's turn to be surprised. "Really? Uh, this should probably be between you and your dad." he said, shyly turning away. He wasn't so sure if he was the right person to be in the room when Korra and Tenzin discussed this. "Best I sit this one out."
"Why? None of this would have happened if it wasn't for you, I can't think of anybody else to be there when I tell my father the great news. Please?"
She held the folder close to her chest as her eyes sparkled and she smiled hopefully at the young officer. He smiled, "Oh, can those eyes get any bigger? Okay, I'll go."
"Thanks, Mako! You're the best!" she hugged him once more before handing the folders, "Could you keep these safe for now? I can't risk getting any paint on them."
"No problem. I'll…see you tonight, then?"
"Looking froward to it." Korra winked before returning to the children to get her hands, and most likely, her cloths dirty with paint.
Mako left the building, his face beaming, and drove off on his motorcycle. The dragon birds hovered as they watched him leave. They landed near a build board, all beaming happily.
Rarity squealed, "Things are getting good!"
Pinkie Pie's feathers ruffled, "This is exciting! Are you excited, because I'm excited, I've never been so excited, well except for that time where I went" *inhale* "but really, who could top that!"
Sunset turned to Applejack, "I wonder what he will be like!"
"I bet he'll be a mighty nice fella" said Applejack.
"What if he has children?" asked Fluttershy
"I wonder if he's tall." said Rainbow Dash.
"I bet he will be divine!" said Rarity, "Just imagine!"
A face she's long to finally see
Living just across the sea
A meeting she's been waiting has come at last
She'll finally see him standing there
A familiar stranger, tall and fair
He'll see her and recall the distant past!
Twilight; Then they will laugh and talk all evening
After so many years
He will see how this child has come so far!
For the first time in forever
She will know her family's name
For the first time in forever
Her world will never be the same
And I know it's totally crazy
Who knows how this tale ends
But for the first time in forever…
They can finally be friends
After the day, Korra waved goodbye to the kids and made her way down the streets. She heard the sound of laughing and spotted a small family, happily laughing together. Korra felt both happy and sad at the same time.
It's not the blood
That makes us one
All you need is the bond
But mine, for one
I split in two
What once was lost
I may have finally found
But just what will he say?…
Mako: Just what will he say?
Korra: It's agony to wait
Mako: It's agony to wait
Mako was awoken from his thoughts when his boss, Lin, entered the office where he and his other co-workers were.
Lin: Alright boys, let's call it a day!
Mako: It's the day!
He quickly got up from his desk and made his way out. He was already nervous enough about informing Tenzin about this, but Korra really wanted him to be there and he understood why. She needed the support.
Meanwhile, Korra had just hopped onto the ferry, ready to face whatever she needed to tell her father, while Mako was trying his hardest not to let his worry show. Both of them were, but Korra tried to reassure herself by thinking about the possibilities that waited her. She wondered how she would be life.
Korra: For the first time in forever
Mako: Don't let it show, don't let them see
Korra: I'm getting what I'm dreaming of
Mako: Remember for who this is for
Korra: A chance to change my point of view
Mako: For you
Korra: A chance to know my past
Mako: Don't be afraid, don't let them know
Korra: I'm not sure how I'll get there
But this is where I start
'Cause for the first time in forever
For the first time in forever!
Nothing's in my way!
(~)
This is the epilogue for the second part of the story. However, I am honestly not sure if I will be able to update as soon as I can. I am taking my masters classes, and I am going to start making commissions to earn some money. I will be posting a word on my deviantArt page so you guys can know when I officially will be open for business. Also, there will be some LPL commissions available for anyone who's a fan.
So, let me know what you guys think and hopefully I can at least post a chapter every two weeks. Depending on who busy I get. Don't hold your breath. I knew this day was coming, and now I need to start strapping on the saddle, get on the horse and gallop ahead!….I have no idea what that really means.
So, hope you like it, review, comment, whatever you wish, God bless, *kiss kiss*