The Diaries of Two Lovers

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Disclaimer: I own none of the characters in "Avatar: The Last Airbender", nor make any money from writing this.

Note(s): Let's just say, certain things have inspired a Maiko fix. So I feel the need to write this. XD Again, this is a Maiko fic (Mai/Zuko). Don't like? Don't complain, please. I have other stories with other pairings going. This story is basically Mai's and Zuko's diaries, telling what they've been doing and about their relationship. It starts where the second season left off. Enjoy!

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The Diaries of Two Lovers

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Nearly ten years later, after the fall of Fire Lord Ozai and the rise of Fire Lord Zuko and the Union of The Four Nations, a discovery was made. Buried amongst the rubble of the old Fire Nation palace were two diaries. One belonged to the new Fire Lord, the other, a young woman named Mai. These diaries tell of their struggles and Zuko's steady rise to power, as well as what appears to be a relationship. This is the story of two lovers.

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The Diary of Mai: Day One

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10:15PM

Dear Diary,

If I'm going to be stuck in Ba Sing Se for who knows how long, I might as well document my time spent here.

It's been only a matter of hours since it was reported that the Avatar had been killed.

Azula's very proud of herself. I don't really see why. He's the Avatar, I never really thought her lightning could kill him. He'll be back, I'm sure. I just don't want to be around for it. Let Azula take a hit for once.

The Avatar's friends also escaped with the Earth King and his bear. Good riddance. I was sick and tired of cleaning up after the dumb thing. When I decided to team up with Azula I was not expecting to take care of filthy animals. Disgusting.

Ty Lee hasn't stopped bothering me since I wrestled her out of that stone trap. She seems worried that Azula will be mad at us. I doubt it. The Earth King wasn't much of a threat and the bear's a bloody bear. I mean really.

I'm so bored I'm almost tempted to get out of here and go back to the Fire Nation.

...So bored.

Love,

Mai the Boredly Grossed Out

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11:45PM

Dear Diary,

….

……….

I can't believe it.

He came back.

He sided with her.

He betrayed his own uncle to do it.

That idiot.

Yet, strangely enough, I'm glad he's here.

Despite the fact it was an idiotic decision.

Maybe I won't leave just yet after all.

Especially if it means I'll get to see him again.

…..

………..

I don't think I can think straight anymore.

It's been years.

I'll write more tomorrow maybe. Right now I just need to go to bed.

I'll have to hide this.

Love,

Mai

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The Diary of Zuko: Day One

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11:12PM

Dear Diary,

I know this is the last thing anyone would expect of me to keep, but I just made a really important decision. I want to be able to remember the reason why and when. This is the best way to go about it, especially since my only confidant is in prison.

I…

I think I just helped my sister kill the Avatar. She shot her lightning, he fell from a great distance….Then the Waterbender took him away. (Uncle helped them escape…The traitor.)

Why do I feel as though I betrayed him? He's the one who decided to help the Avatar. He's the one who turned against me. If he really cared he would've helped me, I know it. He brought upon his own demise. Azula says because of tonight I restored my own honor. I think she might be right.

I wish I could share it with someone…

…However, Uncle chose his fate. He chose to betray his own nation. He deserves whatever punishment he gets. I betrayed my nation years ago, and it took years to restore my right to the throne. I'm not going to do anything to mess that up again. I can't afford to.

The way the Waterbender looked at me when Uncle told them to leave…. She Did she really want to take my scar away?

Perhaps it's for the best.

If that water is really as special as she claims, maybe she can help the Avatar with it. I've come to realize, the scar is part of who I am and who I will become. He needs her help far more than I do. I know my place now, and it's fighting for the Fire Nation.

I think Azula's friends are with her. At least, that's what one of the Dai Lee mentioned. Something about an annoying hyper girl and then the quiet one…

Wait…

That means Mai is here.

And Ty Lee.

So Azula has had more help than she claims.

After all Azula put her through…I'm surprised. I would've thought Mai'd reject her need for aid. If I get to talk to her I'd have to ask. Wouldn't hurt.

I'm tired. As uncle used to say, a man needs his rest. I'm going to retire for the night, and ponder my fate in the morning.

-Prince Zuko

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End of Day One! Let me know what you think!