Mad Genius

Written by: Drgn Prncss

Hullo once again! Now, being myself, I am somewhat appalled at the lack of Bumi fics. So now, I plan to change that. ONWARDS!

Disclaimer: Do I have to? All right. People, do you really think I own Avatar. If I did, not only would Bumi make more appearances, but this would be on TV, not on a fanfiction site. Seriously.

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Bumi lay in his room, bored out of his mind. Floppsie the First was sick and asleep in his mini-chamber (which had been newly refurbished). He had been strictly forbidden from Earthbending for the week, after a nasty accident involving a cabbage man and his cart.

He would never listen to a thing that cabbage man said. Ever.

But, thinking such things didn't help Bumi's near endless boredom. So, back to thinking.

His friends were all either busy with relatives or away. It was 'National Hog Monkey Day', and most children went out of Omashu to spend with family, or had family come to them.

Young Bumi thought about testing his new idea of making a slide out of Omashu's famous delivery service, but quickly decided against it. What fun would that be without someone to enjoy it too?

Bumi sighed and stood up. He might as well go and bug his father to see what was up in politics. A boring subject, yes, but necessary for the heir of the Omashu throne to know. So, Bumi heaved a great sigh, and walked to the door.

As he was about to leave his room, Bumi heard his father talking to someone. Why would his dad's conversation lead to his room?

"Is this your son's room?" A voice- a surprisingly young voice- said.

"Yes, why don't we see if he's in? He's about your age, and I'm sure he's bored silly by now." True to his words, Bumi heard his father knocking.

"Come in." Bumi said, tying his headband on. His father entered, leading a small bald boy, with blue arrows running along his head and hands.

"Hi." The boys said, smiling wildly. "My names Aang." He held out his hand, which Bumi shook.

"Bumi." He introduced himself, smiling slightly. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw his father walking quietly away. "So, what brings you to Omashu?" He asked, leaning against the wall.

"Well, the monks wanted me to travel around, so I can meet more people. And plus, this way I can see some Earthbending before I have to learn it." The last bit sounded a bit sullen.

"Learn Earthbending? But, you an Air Monk!"

"Yeah, I'm an Airbender…"

"You're the Avatar, aren't you?" Bumi said. As he talked, he imagined all the things one could do if they mastered all the elements. With waterbending, the Avatar could heal all the cuts he got from messing around no problem, then fly around, then play around with rocks, then…"

"NO! Well, I am, but…I'm just a simple monk!" The look on Aang's face was hilarious, eye's wide and mouth open in silent protest. Bumi couldn't help it. He snorted slightly, then couldn't help back his laughter.

Aang's expression changed from one of protest to that of confusion. "What's so funny?" He asked, looking behind Bumi at the mirror to see if there was something on his face.

"Just a simple monk, huh?" Bumi said, as his snorts slowed to a stop. "You're a funny guy, Aang."

"Thanks?" The Avatar replied, giving him an odd look.

"So Aang, ever hear of the Omashu delivery service?"

"It's supposed to be the best in the world." Aang said with a nod.

"Well, let me show you something."

With that, Bumi earned the title of 'Mad Genius'.

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And that's a wrap! I hope you all liked this look into (my version of) Bumi's childhood. Would anyone like me to continue? If so, it would talk about Bumi after Aang's disappearance, and his part in the war.

C'mon people! Review!

Toodles

DP