Krazoa: Hi again! I couldn't help myself so here's another chapter! Also I would like to thank the guest review from Xevoz ! Thank you for reviewing! It made me happy :) And to answer your question and probable others, I will stick with Amon not being Noatak (both are hot but one disappointed me :[) If this goes well, I may do one that's the Water Bender separately. Just for those who do like him as such. But please enjoy!
Honey colored eyes widened, taking in the city before her.
"Brother, it is amazing!" Quiyue gushed.
'Perhaps Mother knew she needed this too.' Iroh thought, watching his sister look more alive.
"When we dock, there will be someone waiting for us."
The princess cocked her head to the side. "Who?"
"You'll see." Iroh grinned.
The great ship slowed in the waters then coming to a halt. It's little bridge lowered and the two royals got off. Awaiting on the wooden pier was a tall bald man wrapped in robes of yellow and deep orange. Quiyue noticed he had stern yet kind grey eyes and blue arrow tattoos. Was he?
"Councilman Tenzin!" Iroh exclaimed.
He was an Airbender! Avatar Aang's youngest son and representative for the Air Nomads!
The Airbender gave them a smile and bowed. "Nice to see you again, General Iroh. Welcome, Princess Quiyue, it's an honor to officially meet you."
She returned the bow. "Thank you, Councilman Tenzin. It's an honor to be here."
He put a hand. "Call me Tenzin, please, your Highness."
"Allow yourself to relax Tenzin, you may call me Quiyue." The princess offered a comforting smile.
The Airbender opened his mouth to say something when a blast of air flew past them, leaving three children in its wake.
Two little girls with brown hair done up differently but dressed the same stood beside Tenzin. Oddly, the smaller boy had found his place on top of the man's head.
"Daddy, who is she? She's beautiful!"The taller of the girls asked.
"Mhm, who is she? Who is she?" The other repeated quickly.
The boy nestled on Tenzin's head just continued his teething.
Quiyue inwardly shivered. Gross...
"Childern," Tenzin sighed, craning an eye to glance up at the boy. "This the Fire Nation's Princess, Quiyue. Also, General Iroh's younger sister."
He removed the boy and set him on his feet. "Quiyue, these are my children; Jinora,"
The oldest smiled and waved. Jinora had brown eyes and the single hair bun. She was also the most mellow of the three.
"Ikki," The small girl grinned so much it showed off all her teeth. Unlike her sister, she had two buns covered by yellow cloth with bang and grey eyes.
Tenzin pinched the bridge of his nose. "Last but not least, Meelo." Hearing his name, Meelo jumped into the air and yelled. "That's me!"
He was obviously the loudest of the trio and his hair was shaved though it was probably brown like his sisters. The boy did not share his eye color with his siblings. His were blue like Ping's. It then clicked to Quiyue this was Katara's grandson. Of course, there would be Water Tribe in him.
"It is wonderful to meet you all."
Ikki spun to her and spoke rapidly. "Woww, you're a princess?"
Quiyue said yes.
Meelo appeared next to her. "You're really pretty. Can I have some of your hair?" He asked innocently, as he held out an open palm.
Iroh stared down at the little boy with confusion. Why did he want her hair?
Quiyue also looked incredulously at Meelo. Such an odd little fellow...
"Forgive them. They enjoy meeting new people so they get somewhat over excited." Tenzin explained with an apologetic tone.
"No need to be sorry. Childern will be children." The princess glanced up at her brother.
"Oh, Quiyue, you'll be staying on Air Temple Island with Tenzin and his family."
Her gold eyes lit up. "That's fantastic! I get to spend time with Airbenders." She nervously looked between Tenzin and his children. "I'm sorry for assuming but, since you all wear matching attire, you're all Airbenders?"
"We all share the same clothes style, bender or non bender." Tenzin said.
"Yes, I should've known, pardon me. It's just the first time I've seen Air Nomads." She admitted sadly.
Tenzin acted if as she never said anything. "Well then, shall we get going? Pema is waiting."
Iroh squeezed his sister lightly. "I'll miss you. Everything will be fine. Have a good time."
Quiyue returned the hug. "I'll miss you as well. Be safe."
Ping along with Lee and Lu followed after Quiyue.
As the group disappeared from the sight of the boat, Iroh frowned. He received a message that the Equalists were getting more and more radical. He feared for his sister's safety.
'Please, let her be healthy and safe.' Iroh sent up a silent prayer.
Her friend let out a yelp when she saw what they would be traveling on.
"What in the Spirit World is that?!" She shrieked.
Quiyue was in awe at the animal before her. It was a Sky Bison!
The creature was long and massive. It stood on six legs with three toes each. The bison was covered in shaggy white fur with a brown strips going from its tail to form an arrow on its wide forehead. Long thin horns sprouted from its furry head had reins tied to them.
Both of its brown ears twitched when they came walking up. Letting out a yawn, the Sky Bison showed off its rows of teeth.
"By the sun and moon, he is magnificent!" Quiyue approached cautiously.
The Flying Bison blinked it's big brown eyes.
"May I touch him?"
The children giggled. "Sure! He doesn't bite!"
The princess rubbed his black nose which resulted in a huge lick.
"Princess!" Ping rushed over to her, ignoring her fear of the bison.
Drool dripped from Quiyue's face and slicked her blond strand straight up. She blinked rapidly and let out a laugh. Ping paused in surprise. Her princess had been full of joy since she went aboard the ship.
"As I said before magnificent animal!"
When they landed, Quiyue was introduced to a nearly due Pema. The girls showed her around the island while Ping and her guards set up her guest room.
The Fire Nation princess marveled at the animals on the island. More Sky Bison lived in the caves all around the place while a lemur kind of creature harbored in the trees. It had a ring tail and grey body with long white ears. There was some kind of skin beneath their arms which Jinora explained was the lemur's wings.
It was dinner time when the tour ended and Quiyue excused herself to her room.
She slid the door open and leaned against it when it shut. What a day!
The room was smaller than what the princess was accustomed but it was nice all the same. Most of her belongings were still packed. She heard her brother's voice nag about her things in her head.
With a quick scan, Quiyue noticed a box was missing.
'No!'
As if sensing her distress, Ping entered.
"Oh, Princess, I didn't know you where in here! Lee and Lu are outside mapping out the area and getting to know the White Lotus. They'll return soon."
"Ping, where's my case?!"
"Under your bed, Highness." Her blue eyes directed to the floor.
With a rushed peek, it was confirmed.
Quiyue sighed with relief. Grandfather Zuko had given that to her.
"Sorry to freak out, it's just-" She started.
"It's okay. I'm aware. I should've told you ahead of time."
"Could tell Tenzin I cannot make dinner? I'm tired and wish to rest."
"Of course! Do you want me to bring you anything?"
"No thank you, Ping. Have a nice time."
Waiting a few moments in case Ping returned or any surprise guests, Quiyue dove to retrieve the case.
Sitting on the edge of the bed, the princess stared at the torn case. Grandfather Zuko gave this to her when she turned sixteen believing there would be a time for it. He told her when all seemed dark, it would protect her and bring forth justice in a different way.
Tomorrow...
Krazoa: I wonder what's in the box...Anyone wanna guess? I'd love to hear some theories! Please review! They're love.