Dear Zuko,
I know I should have written to you sooner, but it took me a while to convince my father to give me my own messaging hawk…I swear my parents are paranoid. They were born while the war was still in progress, yet they act as though it's some new thing that's a big deal. I hate it. You know I'm not supposed to be writing to you. My parents think I'm sending these messages to an old friend…you remember Ty Lee, don't you? They're so stupid…I haven't spoken to her in forever. I'd much rather write to a banished prince. It seems more rebellious without the danger of being caught. And if I am caught? Whatever…this place is so boring if I'm caught it'll give me something to do…
You know your father is doing well….better than ever…I'm sure you're relieved to hear that. That was supposed to be sarcastic. I know….I'm not laughing either. Ugh…I swear if another guard walks by my room I'm going to throw a knife at them…I feel like a child again. Always being watched…I need to get away from here…I hope you're having fun looking for that Avatar or whatever.
Come back soon. I don't know how much of this I can stand without you,
Mai
Dear Mai,
It's nice to see I have at least one friend back home. My life is the complete opposite! I wish my uncle would take the war a little more seriously! It's always "Zuko come play Pai Show," or "Zuko lets make some tea," I don't think he understands our situation!
I think I remember Ty Lee. She was the annoyingly energetic one that acted like Azula's pet right. God I hated Azula's and her tricks, like when they pushed us into the turtle duck pond.
Wow looks like the always dull Mai has a rebellious side. Never would have guessed. Your always so calm and, well don't take this the wrong way but... soulless. Oh and if we could not talk about my da... Father... that would be great. Still a fan of concealed weapons huh. Seems like a mistake to throw away your weapon, but hey if it works.
Uncle makes me feel like a child to. He acts as if I can't take care of myself, like if his little baby. I'm sick of it. Hunting the Avatar isn't exactly fun but thanks for the sentiment.
Zuko