Yay! I know this is a day late but anyways! This is my first time participating in Z/A Week, and I'm super excited! I really hope you like it!

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Prompt 1: Dragons

Gold stared down gold, as the small creature did not back down to the intimidating human. Said human kept his gaze steady hoping the creature would get the message and bug off. The contest was quickly ended when the ever-friendly dragon hopped into Zuko's lap and started to lick his face.

"Okay, okay you got me," he chuckled, half-heartedly pushing the dragon away. The dragon ceased his licking and looked up at Zuko with a cheerful gaze. Suddenly, a rustle of bushes startled him and he turned to see Aang returning from the woods.

"Aww, he likes you Zuko," But as he spoke the dragon quickly jumped from Zuko's lap and went to greet Aang.

"Yeah, the darn thing's just too cute," he complemented. The dragon heard and sent, what seemed to be, a 'thank you' smile.

Aang and Zuko had received a message from the Sun Warrior Chief stating that 'the next generation of dragons has been born'. And one could only guess what that meant. When the two benders arrived at the civilization, they were welcomed by a small dragon, with red scales and wings also with a small amount of blue mixed in. The dragon held the traditional golden eyes, like the brightest fire.

The Sun Warrior Chief explained to them that the survival of this dragon will confirm the revival of the dragon species, and that the two of them were required to take care of it. The two were happy to oblige and with that left the civilization with a new passenger aboard Appa.

Now, they were located in a safe patch in a forest, settling in for the night to prepare to return to the Fire Nation Palace the next day. The dragon was healthy and playful, and just didn't seem to ever run out of energy. It warmed up to both boys easily, they warmed up to it; the dragon was a nice addition to the family.

As, the sun set and the moon rose in the sky, the three settled down around the small campfire. "Zuko, what do you think we should name him," Aang inquired.

"I dunno, what do you think," he responded, pulling Aang closer to him. The Airbender rested his head on the shoulder of the other boy, snuggling closer to his warmth.

"I think we should name him Zuko, because he has eyes just like yours," Aang contemplated.

Zuko let out a small chuckle, and placed a small kiss on the younger boy's temple. "Zuko, huh, but don't you think it would be confusing to have two Zukos in the palace," he stated.

Aang re-thought about it for a moment, and suddenly his face lit up. "How about we name him Kuzon, just like my friend," Aang asked.

"Kuzon, that's perfect. What do you think little guy, you like the name Kuzon," Zuko cooed at the young dragon.

The dragon, now Kuzon, looked up curiously from his playing and ran towards them, hopping up into Aang's lap. The two boys laughed mirthfully, both stroking the dragon's smooth head. "I'm beginning to think he favors you more," Zuko inquired.

"No I think he loves us both, just my lap is more comfortable than yours," Aang retorted playfully.

"Oh really," Zuko questioned glaring lightheartedly at the Airbender. Aang smiled innocently back at him, eyes shining with glee.

"Yes, really," the Airbender joked. Kuzon licked Zuko's hand as if to say 'Aang's right'. Aang couldn't help but laugh joyfully at the idea, but then quickly noticed Zuko looking at him with a false pout on his face. He promptly kissed Zuko deeply in apology. The two gazed at each other for a few moments before turning back to the fire.

For the rest of the evening, the three sat huddled together in the warmth of the fire, enjoying the peace and quiet.


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