The Hidden Queen

Water Earth Fire Air

Long ago these four nations lived in harmony. Then everything changed when the fire nation attacked. Only the Avatar, master of all four elements could stop them. But when the world needed him mist, he vanished. A hundred years had passed and my brother and I discovered the new Avatar, an airbender named Aang. And although his airbending skills are great, he has a lot to learn before he's ready to save anyone. But I believe Aang can save the world...

Book Three: Fire

Chapter One- The Hidden Queen (story version, not script)

PART 1

It was a cold night and Appa rode threw the brisk air. On him was Toph, Aang, Sokka, Katara, and the Earth King. Aang was a little weary from being hit by Azula's lightning. Katara was trying to get the image of Zuko and her out of her mind. But when she tried, it felt as if she was letting go of the last bit of hope she had. So she held back. She was still holding Aang in her arms, trying to keep him warm. Katara was still lost in thought however. Then, a memory entered her mind. Her hand was on Zuko's face. If she could get a little closer maybe she could... Just then, Aang groaned and Katara snapped back into reality. She put her hand on Aangs face and stroked her thumb on his cheek. He smiled weakly. So did she.

Sokka was steering Appa. He was drowsy because of the previous events. He allowed his thoughts to wander and started thinking about Suki. 'Okay,' Sokka thought. 'What are some good things about her? She's pretty, independent, kind, fun...' His thoughts were interupted by Toph. She said, "Ah, look at the stars tonight. They're very bright and the moon is SO big!" Sokka looked up for a moment. Clouds covered the stars and there was a new moon. Then he remembered that Toph was blind. He quickly looked back to Toph, who was smiling. "Did you look?" she asked.

"No," he replied. But he knew she could see right through him. "Liar," she said, smirking. Sokka laughed to himself. 'Toph is pretty funny too. And come to think of it, she's kind of cute. But young, yeah way too young.'

Suddenly, Toph shoved Sokka 'But not kind,' he thought. "Wake up, Muscles," she said in her cold voice. "I see a nice resting spot." Sokka glanced down below him. There was a small opening in the woods. He guided Appa over to the opening with a shaky landing. "Smooth," Toph said, a little shaken. Sokka ignored her comment and leaped off the bison. He offered Toph a helping hand down, but she just ignored it and lept down herself. Sokka helped the Earth King and Katara off, holding Aang in her arms.

They walked a little farther, into the woods. Finally the 5 rested near a huge old oak tree. It had smooth bark and a hospitable look to it. They all leaned up against it and sighed. "How's Aang?" Sokka asked concerned.

"He's fine, just a little tired," Katara responded, looking down at the boy. By now the Earth King had gotten up and brushed off his clothes. "Well this is where I say 'good-bye.' I have a friend a few miles away from here and I think it would be best if I journeyed alone," He said in a voice that when you heard it you knew that there was no changing his mind. The others nodded and they all said good-bye. After he was out of sight, the others felt a lot more tired. "Katara!" Toph said with a alert look on her face. "Aang's breathing has decreased. He's dying!" Katara looked down at Aang. It was true, he had stopped breathing completely! Katara, panicking, stood up and looked around, exasperated. Sokka got up and did the same. "I feel other people near. In the west." Toph said, concenreating. Sokka looked over to the west and saw a distant light. "There!" Sokka yelled and pointed to the light. Katara, with Aang still in her arms, started running toward it. Sokka stopped her and held her close to get her to relax. She exhaled and felt herself sweating. Toph caught up with them and stomped her foot on the ground, putting her, Aang, Katara, and Sokka up in the air, a rock beneath them. Then, with a sharp arm movement, Toph got the rock moving faster than any of them could run.

Sorry it's so short.