Many people wanted me to write more, so I did. Just be warned, not all is as it seems. I swear you will all want to kill me after this! XD Enjoy!
Disclaimer: I in no way, shape or form own A:TLA.
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The last thing I heard, was the faint sound of someone calling my name.
I bolted upright in my bed, a cold sweat breaking out on my skin. I gasped for air, my lungs feeling tight and empty.
I looked around me, seeing the red walls and gold furniture of my room. I pulled the thin silk bed sheet off my body and swung my legs over the edge of the bed.
What happened? How did I get into my room? I thought. Am I dead? Did they save me?
I looked down at myself to find I was in my usual sleeping gown; a simple light blue, floor length, night gown.
How did I get into my night gown? Who changed me? I thought, then blushed at the idea that popped into my head.
I stood and felt around in the dark room. I soon found the chair not far from my bed and felt the silk of my robe. I slipped my arms into the deep blue, silk robe, feeling a cool breeze blowing in through my open window.
I drifted across the plush rug on silent feet. The balcony door was open, the source of the draft. I reached out and gently grasped the smooth handle in my small hand, when I looked up at the sky.
The night sky was clear of any clouds, the stars and almost full moon shining down brightly. I took a step out onto the cold stone balcony, staring up at the moon that gave me power. I tore my eyes from the sky and looked out at the streets of the Fire Nation below me.
Lamps lined the streets, illuminating the couple people who scurried from one place to the next. Squinting, I tried to get a better look at what they're doing. I saw one man hanging unlit, colored lanterns above the streets. A couple other men were setting up a stage in the large town square.
What are they doing? I thought, confused. Shouldn't they be taking the stage down? That was where the festival was going to... My eyes widened.
I flew back into my room and to my closet. I dug through my clothes until I found the plain brown box I had gotten a couple of days ago. I practically tore the lid off, staring open-mouthed at the contents.
Inside, was my blue dress. The one I had gotten to wear to the festival. It was still crisp, unworn, untouched. I dropped the box with a thud and stumbled to my feet, my hands covering my pale lips.
It was a dream. It had all been a dream.
I stumbled away from the box as if it were a spider-snake, backing right into my chair, tripping over it and landing with a bang.
I didn't flinch at the impact or react when I heard the sound of a voice in the hall and footsteps. I was still staring at the box, that was partly hidden in shadow. The footsteps drew closer, but still I didn't care.
It was a dream. Those words repeated in my head, banishing all other thoughts.
The door creaked open and a figure walked slowly in.
"Katara?" A deep, soothing voice asked from the darkness. A flame appeared, illuminating Zuko's face. His golden gaze landed on my form, frozen on the ground.
"Katara!" He rushed over and pulled me to my feet, wrapping one strong arm around my slim waist. "What's wrong?" He demanded, the worry in his voice poorly hidden.
"It was a dream..." I mumbled into his chest, the words just having fully registered in my head. "It was only a dream..." I felt a warm tear slid down my cheek. Zuko snapped his finger and the candle beside my bed lit. He led me to the bed and pulled me down with him.
"Shh..." He whispered softly, wrapping both of his warm arms around me. "It was just a dream. You're safe now. I will never let anything happen to you, love."
Love. He called me 'love'.
I smiled softly and snuggled closer to his chest, feeling his arms tighten around me. I felt sleep taking me over and I welcomed it, finally safe from harm in his protective grasp.
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DIDN'T EXPECT THAT NOW, DID YOU? XD
I know! I am evil! X3 You wanted me to continue writing, did you not? HAHAHA! XD I twisted it on you there! Please don't kill me though! Hope you enjoyed it! Review!