Okay, so things are going to get different around this chapter. Creativity kicks in. ;)

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Advice

A few weeks after Katara ends her relationship with Aang, Zuko confronts her brother.

To his annoyance, Sokka is lounging across the expensive, orangey couch, slurping down a glass of juice. At the sight of the Fire Lord, Sokka smiles. "Hey, Zuko," he greets with a nod. Raising the glass, Sokka takes a long sip, regarding him with curious eyes. "Long time no talk. What's up?"

It's okay, Zuko. You can ask Sokka. You trust Sokka, after all... Nervously, he begins, "Sokka. I need your help."

Sokka smirks. "Is this about girls?" he asks, craning his head in Zuko's direction. "Because considering you're single, I don't think you need luck for getting another one."

Sokka is referring to the numerous of girls pining after the current Fire Lord, trying to catch his attention. But Zuko only has eyes for one.

A furious blush spreads across Zuko's pale cheeks. Amused, Sokka chuckles. Zuko runs a hand through his dark hair and says, "Well, one in particular..."

Now Sokka is curious. "Ty Lee?"

"Actually, no. Katara."

For a few moments, Sokka is silent. It sinks in gradually as gold slipping underneath molasses.

Zuko is anxious that Sokka will lecture him about Katara. But instead, he taps his chin and says, "What do you want to know about my sister?"

Relief washes over Zuko. Nothing terrifying is going to happen after all! Without hesitation, Zuko fires, "How do I get her attention? I like her, but I don't know what to do."

Sokka seems to be lost in thought. Zuko realizes that Katara often wears the same expression while thinking. The Fire Lord anticipates the best answer from Katara's brother. He watches Sokka.

At last, Sokka tells the Firebender, "Be yourself. She hates dishonest people."

Zuko nods. Be myself. It isn't a task he was quite expecting, however it makes sense. Being himself is something he can easily do – without losing his temper, of course. He winces. It may be harder than he thinks. "Okay, thanks Sokka."

"No problem..." Sokka turns to his drink, sucking remains of the juice from the bottom. He casually adds, "Good luck, Zuko."

He needs it.

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