Asami walked into the diner and looked around. It didn't seem like anyone else was there. Perfect, she didn't want to be bothered. She took a booth in the back of the diner, as the Seat Yourself sign instructed her to do. She made herself comfortable and looked out the window. She made a face at the gathering storm clouds; she wasn't looking forward to driving back to Republic City during a heavy rain. That aside she enjoyed smaller towns like this: the sense of family, everyone knowing everyone, and the willingness to help someone in need. However, the best part was that she was barely recognized.

She was broken out of her daydream when she heard someone clear their throat. She looked towards the person and was struck speechless at the beauty of the woman staring down at her. Dark hair framed a tanned face, she was obviously from the Southern Tribe, but it was her sky blue eyes that held her captive. A small blushed graced Asami's pale features when the woman raised her eyebrows. Spirits, this woman is beautiful.

The woman spoke, "Sorry if I'm interrupting your thoughts or something, but what can I get for you?"

Asami's green eyes flashed as she smiled gracefully, "I was thinking just some tea or coffee. I'm not tremendously hungry, but I needed to get out of the car."

"We've got some nice Fire Nation blends. How about that?" Asami nodded. "Anything in particular you want?"

Asami shrugged, "Surprise me, um I didn't catch your name."

"Korra."

"Hello, Korra. I'm Asami." She gently held out her hand. Korra flashed a crooked smile and wrapped her fingers around Asami's hand and held it firmly. After a few long seconds, she released it meeting Asami's deep green eyes.

"Well, I'll have your tea out in a few minutes, Miss Asami." Korra turned and retreated back to the kitchen. Asami grinned as she admired Korra's well-rounded backside.

"Hey Bolin, can you put on some water? I've got to grab Old Man Tenzin's noodles."

Bolin turned to face Korra; "You know he hates it when you call him that."

"Well, he can deal with it."

Bolin laughed and playfully punched Korra's shoulder. "As long as you don't call Pema 'Old Woman.'"

Korra laughed, "I do like living, Bo."

Bolin and Korra turned when they heard a low whistle. Mako walked to them with a large smirk. "Did you guys see that hottie in the back booth?"

Bolin straightened up. "Hottie? In this town?"

Korra looked at both of them and grinned. "Her name is Asami."

Mako snapped his head up at Korra. "Asami," He drawled. "I like it. Rolls off the tongue."

"I swear, bro, you are just too much sometimes," Bolin said flipping the switch the turned the heat on under the water. "Just let the lady sit in peace."

"No, Bolin, you've got to see the girl. She's gorgeous."

"I don't know, Mako. It looks like she has a few brain cells so she may know better than to pay your tricks any mind." Korra piped up. Mako rolled his eyes and grabbed his scarf off the nearby coat hook.

"Can you guys closeup? I've got plans tonight. I'm catching the tram into Republic City, have to meet up with the girl from the last time we went bar hopping."

Bolin and Korra glanced at each and Bolin waved him off. "Ah, just get out of here. We'll take care of things." Mako smiled and ducked out the front. Bolin stood silent until he heard the front door shut. He then turned to Korra.

"You know, he's a fantastic brother and friend. If someone is in need he'll drop anything to help, but he's kind of a dick when it comes to women," Bolin said while shaking his head. "I still don't understand how he's better with women than you or I."

"Yeah, well at least you're a guy. Women, usually, think I'm just being over-friendly when I try to hit on them." Korra said scooping noodle soup into a bowl. "Can you run the water and a tea bag out to her? Just a random Fire Nation blend, she said to surprise her. I'm sure Tenzin and Pema are going to talk my ear off for a few minutes." Korra took the bowls and exited the kitchen towards Tenzin and Pema's usual booth.

"I've got you covered." He called after her.

Asami glanced up and a smiling man placed a cup and a tea bag in front of her.

"It's a honey and sweet grass blend, a personal favorite. I'm Bolin." He flashed a sweet smile at her. Wow, Mako was not kidding. She is a hottie.

Asami smiled back. "Asami. This is a nice little place you've got here. Is it usually this quiet?"

"Well, it's almost closing, but during the morning and lunch hours most of the town is in here. There's only three of us so it can be a little challenging." Bolin stopped and looked at her closely. "I'm sorry, you just seem familiar to me. Have we met before?"

Asami shook her head slowly. Fuck. She waited for it to hit him and saw it play out on his face when it did. "You're Asami Sato from Republic City, aren't you? The daughter of Future Industries CEO Hiroshi Sato?" Asami sighed and nodded. Bolin smiled.

"Well, that's just fun. Welcome to our little town. Anything else I can get you?"

Asami raised her eyebrows. "Wow, most people don't react like that. People, usually, want to talk my ear off about the Satomobiles, my fashion, or what have you. This is a nice change of pace. Oh Spirits, that probably sounded hopelessly conceded."

Bolin waved it off. "You're just a normal person like the rest of us." He said. Asami motioned to the seat across from her. "Please, Bolin, if you're not too busy would you like to sit with me? I haven't seen a truly friendly face in quite a long time."

"The usual for the Old Man and his lovely wife." Korra said placing bowls in front of Tenzin and Pema.

"I'm not an old man, Korra," Tenzin said with his usual disapproving scowl. Pema swatted at his handed. "Oh, Tenzin, she's just pushing your buttons. Besides, she got it right when she said I was lovely so we can let it go."

Tenzin sighed and rolled his eyes.

"You know, every time you guys take a night from the kids you come here. I have never understood why that is. Why not head to Republic City? Why not do something more exciting than sitting here eating the same noodle soup?" Korra said, crossing her arms.

Pema and Tenzin smiled at each other. "Korra, when we have a night to ourselves we just want to have some quiet time together," Pema said slipping her hand in Tenzin's. Korra felt a pang of jealousy as she watched them stare lovingly at each other. "When you are really in love with someone, just sitting with each other in a comfortable atmosphere is all the excitement you need."

Korra smiled wistfully, "I wouldn't know anything about that."