Hi, so this is bascially Avatar, from the Crossroads of Destiny, but if Zuko had joined then. Don't get me wrong I love Book 3, but I was always very surprised at zuko's choice and jsut wished he joined sooner, but thats what fanfiction is for. This is my first ever fan fic, so I am very open to comments and critizism from reviewers, so please feel free to say what you think about my writing. I hope at least some people will enjoy my story and if they do i will try to continue it.


Avatar The Last Airbender; Take 2.

Princess Azula and her two her allies Mai and Ty Lee were sitting in there new apartment right in the middle of the earth kingdoms so called impenetrable city. It was so easy to disguise herself as the enemy and sneak right under the Earth Kings nose. For a hundred years the Fire Nation has been banging away at Ba Sing Si to no avail. Surprisingly they had been the closet when her failure of an uncle broke the outer wall but in the end he just gave up when he was so close to glory. Glory that would soon be hers.

"So how did the meeting with Long Feng go?" inquired the ever positive acrobat.

"Perfect, he doesn't suspect a thing" responded Azula "He's fallen under the delusion that he is pulling all the strings. It will have to remain that way until we gain control of the Dai Li"

"What about the Avatar?" asked Mai. "He could be back soon and ruin everything again"

Azula was mildly annoyed at Mai observation. She was right of course but that still did not distil her anger. Azula had developed a much stronger animosity towards the Avatar and his allies for defeating her and stopping the drill. It would take years to rebuild it and although she would never admit it, she had been defeated. To think she, the Fire nation princess beaten by a child and a bunch of water tribe peasants. Azula kept her composure at all times but inward she longed for the day when she can take her revenge.

"I asked Long Feng's second-in-command to come here tonight so that we can discuss what needs to be done"

As if on cue, a Dai Li agent entered their lavish apartment and gave a small bow of respect

"You wish to speak with me about the Avatar?" he asked.

"Yes, you have informed me that he is has left the city but will return soon. We need to be prepared to stop him if he interferes with the coup.

The second-in-command nodded, but felt strangely disturbed as Long Feng had given him the same order not too long ago, but he quickly brushed it off.

"We will have to save most of our best agents for when we capture the Earth King and the five generals, but once all preparations have been taken care of we should be able to take the Avatar if he returns"

The second-in-command hoped that the fire nation princess would remain co-operative during the operation. If she should cause the plan to fail, the Dai Li will have to wait for another opportunity to retake control of the city.

Azula returned his response with a smile. It was an odd smile he thought. It was hard to tell if she made because she was pleased or if she was amused or even if it was sarcasm. Her body language was almost impossible to read.

"Oh well that's excellent we should definitely save the best agents for the coup"

The second-in-command was slightly unsure of the Princess's response but was satisfied that she would not try to change their plans.

"Uh yes…well, it is good that you approve" Was it? What I'm saying?

"After all against the Avatar the Dai Le's best probably wouldn't be good enough"

The second-in-command now looked at her in confusion.

"I'm sorry, what?" he asked.

Both Mai and Ty lee looked at each other, not sure what Azula was planning but knew that this man had already fallen into her trap.

"Oh I just thought that since the Dai Le fought the Avatar already and failed it was best for you not to handle him yourself"

The second-in-command was angered at her statement, not wiling to take insults from some spoiled fire nation brat.

"The Dai Le is more than capable of handling the avatar"

"That remains to be seen". Azula stood up her words now with added force, which left the second-in-command slightly taken back. "The avatar is quickly mastering the elements, to defeat him I will need additional back up. Someone with skill and prowess, someone without mercy or restraint. Someone the Avatar will be unprepared to fight. Is there anyone in the Dai Le with those qualifications?"

As she spoke, only one person came to his mind.

"Well…. there may be someone who could be of use to you" he replied rather uncertainly

"Really? Go on." she said with interest.

"Uh though it may not be a good idea to involve him, he is dangerous and unstable. It would be impossible to control him"

"Anyone can be controlled" she said. "I would think the Dai Le would know that by now, controlling an entire city for a hundred years"

"Yes but he is different. Believe me we tried but none of our techniques worked on him. He had to be locked away"

"Take me to him tomorrow and I will deal with him" she said.

"I can't do that. Long Feng would never allow it"

"Oh? Would he allow you to question me? At such an important time as this when you have finally gained the opportunity to retake control of this city? I doubt he would be pleased if anyone caused a slip up, even his second-in-command"

What is she? A mind reader?

"No no, of course not, but this man, he's not a man, he is a monster. It took half the Dai Le just to bring him in, letting him out now would just disrupt our plans."

"Then allow me to take responsibility of him that way if he does cause trouble Long Feng will not hold you accountable."

This was almost exactly what he wanted to hear. He felt such relief but at the same his hesitance remained. He decided it was best to do as she asked for now and to avoid any further conversing with the Princess.

"Very well then I will bring you to his cell tomorrow"

As turned to leave the Princess spoke one last time. "Oh one last thing, I think we shouldn't mention this to Long Feng."

This time the second-in-command would not fall for her tricks. "I'm sorry but Long Feng must be kept informed of all developments." He stood his ground ready for whatever argument the fire nation Princess would have for him.

"Okay that's fine" she said.

Of all the responses, she could have given, that is one he did not expect.

"Alright then" he said, finally ready to make his leave, but once again the Princess made another comment, as if to herself.

"It's quite wise of you to keep Long Feng informed, I mean it must be hard for him to keep control of his operations when stuck in his jail cell, but hopefully once we succeed he won't end up in there again."

The second-in-command didn't turn to look at her or have anything to say back. He stood there for a moment and then finally made his leave, all the while still trying to process what had just been said.

Azula smiled to herself, quite satisfied with the progress she had just made.

"Well, that was easy" said Mai.

"It's almost too easy." replied Azula with a sigh. She now turned out to look at the glorious city. The city that would soon be hers.


Prince Zuko walked through the empty streets of Ba Sing Si, the night sky completely cloudless, and the stars shinning endlessly above him. He did not know where he was going, but felt the need to keep wandering the city. Finally he reached the same fountain he had been at on his date with Jin. He looked around and saw that all the lanterns had been lit, but the fountain was deserted, save for him.

This peaceful imagery was quickly shattered as the sky changed, taking on an orange tilt and large clouds gathered from out of nowhere. An ominous feeling swept over Zuko, as the ground began to shake and suddenly something large erupted from the ground, destroying the fountain and the houses surrounding it. Zuko stumbled back, terrified at this monstrous figure. When the dust settled he took a closer look at the beast and saw that it was a giant badger mole, but at least three times its normal size. It began to sweep its claws across the streets, grinding everything in its path to dust.

Zuko could do nothing but stand by and watch this terrible, yet powerful display of force, until he heard a familiar roar from above. He looked up and saw an equally large sky bison come from out of the clouds and take a flying charge at the badger mole. They collided with a thunderous boom and began to push against one another, each one trying to gain an upper hand.

It was only Zuko who noticed that their battle was destroying what was left of the city. He wonder if he should try to intervene, but gave up on that notion, as there wasn't anything he could do to end this conflict. Once again the ground beneath him shook like an earthquake and the badger mole now lifted the bison from underneath and tossed him across the city. Zuko now began to run as the bison fell toward him but he couldn't escape as its giant form enveloped him in darkness

Zuko woke up with a fright, panting heavily and dripping in a cold sweat. He had thought the nightmares would stop after his illness had passed but this one felt different. He lay awake in his new apartment, trying piece together what the dream meant. He could barely remember everything that happened; the images were foggy in his memory, like with the other dreams.

He could hear Uncle snoring in the next room. He was pretty tired when they got back from the Jasmine Dragon's grand opening, but Zuko didn't think he ever saw his Uncle happier. Uncle now had everything he ever wanted in life; a nice apartment, his own tea shop, and a full Pai sho set. They had even been invited to serve tea to the Earth King himself. Things were really starting to change for them both.

Zuko closed his eyes, his thoughts now returning to his own situation. Things had indeed begun to change, but would they be for the better or worse? Was this going to be his lot in life from now on? Could he really be happy here? These questions rolled around in his mind. He still didn't have any answers, but he decided that whatever's going to happen he would stick by Uncle, no matter what. And with that he turned his head to the side and went back to sleep.


Aang kept wondering if he had made the right choice back at the air temple.

By choosing earthly attachment you have blocked your chakra. If you go now you won't be able to enter the Avatar State at all!

Guru Pathik's words still rung in Aang's mind, but he couldn't let that stop him now. He was almost to Chameleon Bay to pick up Sokka. They had to get back to Ba Sing SI; Katara was in danger and right now that was all he cared about, but he couldn't shake the feeling that he would soon have to deal with the problem of the Avatar State. Something terrible was happening in Ba Sing Si. He didn't know what but he just hoped he was ready.

The ones who want to stop the war, the ones who want to win it and the ones who haven't chosen a side yet, were about to meet head on. Whatever the outcome was, it would be decided in Ba Sing Si.


So, thats the first chapter please, like, comment or review and thank you in advance for reading my story.