Notes: Two short drabbles, one inspired by Chibs (who gave me an Aangbear for my birthday), and the other by NewMoonFox (because possessive Aang really is tasty)
An Unexpected Surprise
Zuko rubbed his tired eyes, attempting to stay up just a few more minutes to avoid returning to his empty bed. However, his eyes refused to cooperate. So with a sigh, he stood up and made his way to the royal bedchambers, walking as slow as possible.
When he entered, surprise managed to wake him up a little. On his bed, a simple box rested, a note attached to it. He picked up the note, and opened it, immediately recognizing the writing.
With a smile, he read:
'Zuko~
I know you hate sleeping alone while I'm gone. I hate not having you with me, too. But anyway, I left you this so you'll know I'm always thinking of you, no matter where I am. I'll always come back to you.
I love you!
Aang'
He opened the box, and laughed.
Inside, a bear with airbender tattoos lay.
Mate
The minute the door opened, Aang awoke, growling softly, his body hovering over his lover to protect him. Zuko did not wake up, probably too tired from last night as well as trusting his mate to protect him.
Despite recognizing Zuko's uncle, Aang did not stop growling entirely, though it did lessen in volume.
"Do not worry," said Iroh, moving slowly to not startle Aang. "I merely have some salve, if you wish to use some.
Aang glanced at Zuko, feeling a little guilty for the bite marks and scratches that littered his lover's body. Licking them may have eased some of the pain, but probably not all. Even without them, Zuko probably would not move for at least a day.
"Thank you," he said softly, slowly laying back down next to his mate, though still hiding him.
"Thank you for loving him," replied Iroh, before slipping out of the room to let the lovers rest.