3.

Korra was thrilled to be greeted by her bed and Naga upon returning home. Parties exhausted her and she was more than ready to get to bed. She let her eyes close for only a moment before hearing the piercing shrill of three small children.

"Korraaaaaa," trilled Jinora, traipsing into the Avatar's room. "Mom said to remember to hang up the dress so it doesn't get wrinkled and that you shouldn't sleep in it even though she knows you're tired." Korra glared at the little girl.

"Get. Out." She said. Jinora just giggled before scampering out. Korra lied on her bed for a moment before reluctantly getting up and changing into her night clothes. She was just about ready to get under the sheets before hearing a knock on her door.

"What?" She answered roughly, clenching her jaw. When she saw Pema walk in, Korra softened a bit and she scolded herself for being so harsh. "Hi Pema, what brings you here?" Pema took a seat on Korra's bed before responding.

"Oh, just wanted to talk to you." Korra gulped. What had she done this time…

"Oh, don't worry, you haven't done anything to upset me or Tenzin." Korra sighed with relief. She was really glad to have Pema around. She reminded her of Katara, a mother figure to give advice and comfort her.

"I just wanted to ask you about that boy…" Pema trailed off. Korra's thoughts went back to Bolin, and she felt her cheeks get warm. Pema noted her blush and smiled. "Do you like him, Korra?"

Korra went on the defensive. "Pfffft, no. I just met him. I mean he's cool and his eyes are really nice but…I don't like him, not like that anyway." Pema couldn't help but smile.

"I understand. Are you going to see him again?" Korra softened again, letting her defense down a little.

"Yeah…he invited me to lunch at Narook's tomorrow. Think Tenzin will let me go?" Pema smiled gently at her and nodded.

"And even if he doesn't, I'll be sure to persuade him otherwise." Korra smiled and embraced Pema.

"Thank you so much." Pema returned the embrace, and the two of them sat there for a moment before she began to stand up.

"Goodnight, Korra. I'm sure you'll have a great day tomorrow." Pema began to exit her room before Korra stopped her.

"Hey, Pema…" She turned around. Korra hesitated, not knowing if she should say what's on her mind. She sighed, knowing she could trust Pema.

"Do you think…he could like me?" Pema smiled.

"Korra, I don't know how anyone could dislike you. I'm surprised we don't have boys knocking down our door everyday."

Korra smirked. "Because Tenzin won't let me out to meet any boys." The women shared a laugh.

"Goodnight, Korra,"

"Goodnight, Pema," She gave the Avatar a smile before exiting the room.

Korra turned to her polar bear-dog, whom was fast asleep by her bed. She gently patted her head and went to sleep, imagining the kind of day she'd have tomorrow.