Title: I can't wait

Rating: K

Characters: Bolin, Korra

A/N: HAY GUISE. It's been a while! Over like… a year. O3o I [obviously] got out of writing fanfics. But now I have Borra feels and I just can't even-Anywho, here is the story. xD

Disclaimer: I do not own The Legend of Korra or any said characters.

"Heheh… Isn't this fun..?" Bolin asks. Mako wears a similar expression to Korra; one of great disappointment.

At a local dumpling restaurant, the, well five now, teens are seated at a single table. The dinner was meant to be a quiet one for just Korra and Mako, but Bolin insisted on attending. The Northern twins followed Bolin. Korra's eye-brows scrunch together a bit. Bolin senses the awkwardness in the air and tries to rid it.

"We never get to spend enough time together," His eyes close and his mouth extends into a smile, even though the remaining four teen's expressions did not seem amused.

"Just the-" He stops himself, and quickly glances at Eska and Desna. "Five of us." He finishes, resting his head on his hand.

"So fun…"

The twins exchange looks before Eska speaks for the both of them. "Excuse us while we retrieve more sustenance." With a slight bow, they leave. Bolin warily follows them with his eyes until they are gone. His head whips around, startling Korra slightly.

"You guys gotta save me." He says quietly, looking at Korra in the eyes. She has no idea what was going on. Wasn't he happy with Eska? I mean, she felt horrible for breaking his heart, and only after he found someone else had she thought he truly was contempt. Though she hadn't moved on just yet. Ever since their date, Korra has had lingering feelings for the Earthbender. He was too nice to completely let go of. Korra's eye dart to Mako as he speaks.

"I thought you were breaking up with her?" He asks, leaning in closer. "I thought you were breaking off the leach?"

Korra was completely lost. 'Leach'? Did they think of her cousin as a leach? She didn't really mind, though. She always found them creepy.

Bolin's head lowers slightly before he responds.

"I tried!" He exclaims. "But every time I bring up the subject, she threatens to freeze me in a block of ice, and feed me to dolphin-piranhas!" His hands move along with his story, putting extra emphasis in his words.

"So it's more like you tugged at the leach." Mako says, brows furrowing. Korra's eyebrows knit as well.

He should not treat poor Bolin this way.

He was being abused, for Spirits sake. Though they were dating, Korra had mixed feelings about her Mako. He was definitely an eye-catcher, for any girl. And she thought he was great. Until a few months into their relationship, where his real side came into view. Where she was playful, he was serious. Where she was sarcastic, he was stern. People had said that opposites attract, but do they really in a relationship?

Bolin leans closer to Mako as well and balls his fists. "Yes! Over, and over, and over, but it won't come off." He then takes his eyes off Mako, to Korra instead. She feels butterflies in her stomach as his green gaze meets hers. "Why didn't you warn me your cousin had the power to reach into my heart and crush my soul with her bare hands?!" Bolin seems like he's beginning to calm down; his posture relaxes. She swallows a lump in her throat when she sees his eyes sparkle at the verge of tears.

"Uhh… because I thought it was obvious?" Was her only response she could think of. Bolin shakes his head violently. Mako is still trying to read the conversation, and keeps an eye on the Twins.

"No no! Not to me it wasn't! I'm very bad at reading people. You should know this by now!" He is almost yelling, and Korra cringes as she catches Desna's eye. He quickly turns away, however.

Bolin whacks his hands against his forehead and dramatically groans. He looks back at Korra. Again, at the most inappropriate time, the butterflies visit.

"Do something, Avatar!" He asks.

Korra looks down slightly. She feels horrible for not warning him. It was as if she had broken his heart for a second time. But two is too many times. With a sigh, she excuses herself from the table and puts her hands against Bolin's shoulder.

"Come on Bolin… Let's go outside to talk." Bolin, whipping away tears, pathetically mumbles an 'ok' and follows the Avatar to the balcony outside. Mako watches, but isn't as interested at their departure as the food arrives.

Outside, Bolin rests against Korra's side. His head is buried in the crook of her shoulder, and her hand is rubbing up and down along his spine. By now, the poor Earthbending lad is trembling, and sobbing into the Water Tribe girl's shoulder. He enjoys her company, very much. He begins to wonder about his choices with Eska. He had indeed been in a trace by the female Twin's beauty. Non could counter; Eska was a pretty young lady. But the real reason Bolin had tried to get with Eska, was to make Korra jealous. While complaining to Varrik one day about his broken heart, the rich man had told him the best way to get a girl was to make her jealous. Bolin believed sinc Varrik was so successful, he must be wise… right? But he had not intended to have the outcome as another heart-break, and no signs from Korra. He sat deep in thought for several moments before Korra's voice brought him back to reality.

"You're not crying… Good." She says, a soft smile plastered on to her lips. Bolin looks up, tears still reflecting the moons light, and returns the smile. The familiar feeling of butterflies fills his abdomen. He was smart. He knew Korra was in a relationship. He knew if he made the wrong move, he would be in loads of trouble. But he still loved her. Yes, loved. Bolin realized long ago he had fallen for Korra. In fact, he noted the feeling after their date. Sure, they had not known each other for long, but his heart felt so overwhelmed at the top of Harmony Tower that he had to let a longing smile go. Now, here he was, not ten inches from her, and he could not make a move.

"Not anymore. You can always cheer me up." He says, flashing a toothy grin. Korra chimes a laugh, and looks off into the distance. She definitely had feelings for Bolin. She knew it. But is that a bad thing? She is dating his brother. Mako would not be happy if he figured this out. But she would never tell anyone. No, it would stay a secret. Unless, of course, they somehow end up together…

"Korra?" The Avatar shifts her gaze now back to Bolin, who intently bores his gaze into hers. She does not flinch from his eyes, nor does he. And suddenly she knows exactly how to make him feel better. Without warning, Korra leans forward, closing the space between them, and lands her lips on his.

Bolin's eyes grow to the size of grape-fruit. Is this happening to him? Is this really happening?! Korra's lips are plump and soft, just like he had imagined. If there were not any fireworks at the time, Bolin didn't know what gave him such an adrenaline rush. His heart races and aches for more, and just as he is about to deepen the kiss, she pulls away. His eyes never leave her, even though she looks at the ground. Korra begins to play with her animal-skins as she talks.

"Bolin.." She starts, looking away more and closing away tears. Bolin tilts her chin towards him and whipes away a single teach running down her cheek.

"What is it?" He asks, patiently.

"I like you. I have since our date. But I'm with Mako. I though he was great for the first part of our relationship but now I realize he isn't… my kind of guy. You are, Bolin. And I'm… so stupid for not realizing it sooner. But… how will Mako-"

"Hey, forget about Mako." Bolin states firmly, taking a hold of her hand. She finally looks him directly in the eye for the first time since their kiss. Bolin gives a small smile. "We can take this slow. But we have to make sure you and Mako are through first. And we'll have to wait some time even after that. But then, you're all mine." He laughs, scooping Korra up in a hug like no other. His arms crush her body to his, but she doesn't mind. She returns the hug.

"I can't wait."