Vicious, Treasonous Things

by sour gummies

Upon hearing a certain dangerous conversation between Fire Lord Azulon and Prince Ozai, nine-year-old Azula decides to take matters into her own hands to protect the best interests of her family. Ursa takes the fall. Drabble, likely AU.

Mother finds you smiling over the body.

"Azula," she gasps, "What have you done?"

You turn to her, composed. "I fixed the problem," you explain. "This way, Father will be Fire Lord as he deserves. Grandfather was a fool to chose Iroh over him."

Her expression shifts; you change tactics. "Aren't you happy?" you press, coaxing. "Zuko is safe. I know he's your favorite."

(No one hurts him but you.)

"Get out," Mother says harshly.

You stride from the room, seething. It's the last time you see her.

You can still feel the lightning in your fingertips.