Chapter Five

At the royal, Ozai called his imperial fire benders to the throne room. He still couldn't believe Zhuge Liang defeated Azula. He wanted to know how Zhuge Liang redirected Azula's lightening. Ozai wanted Zhuge Liang to teach Azula his fighting skills so she can become a stronger fighter. Even only that, since he knew Zhuge Liang was intelligent, Ozai also Zhuge Liang to tutor Azula in technology and medicine. He heard how Zhuge Liang help the doctor with the medicine that brought Jade's fever down. He wanted Azula to learn those qualities.

Ozai was becoming increasing aggravated with the fact that Zhuge Liang was over thirteen years old and was a master martial artist and a master swordsman. If Zhuge Liang continued to become stronger, he could be a threat in the future. Something was telling Ozai that Zhuge Liang held some animosity towards him. He saw it in Zhuge Liang's eyes when Zhuge Liang entered the agni kai chamber. Ozai decided that Zhuge Liang was going to teach Azula everything he knew. He would purpose an ultimatum. If refuse to teach Azula, then Zhuge Liang's would be kill and Jade would be branded and forced in slavery. Ozai smiled demonically. He order the imperial fire benders to go to Zhuge Liang's home and to the entire.

Zhuge Liang finally finished his contemplation on what the Jade Emperor told him. He knew if he accepted, he'll probably won't see his family until his goal was done. But that was something that couldn't be helped. He decided to accept the Jade Emperor's offer. He went to parent's room to tell them his decision. When he to the room, he was shocked to see his parents packing their necessities. Which was medicine, food, clothes, water, and a few items to remind of their home. Zhuge Liang felt guilty and had a feeling that his parent knew he was going to accept the offer.

Zhuge Liang: Mother? Father?

Shui-Khan and Nu Kua turn to see their son standing in the doorway of their room.

Shui-Khan: Zhuge Liang. I guess you make up your mind.

Zhuge Liang: Yes. But you knew I would accept, didn't you?

Nu Kua: Of coarse we did. We knew this was your opportunity to help the avatar end the war and to back peace to the world.

Zhuge Liang: But by me accepting, you're bring uprooted from the fire nation to kyoshi island.

Shui-Khan: Don't feel guilty Zhuge Liang. Leaving the fire nation was something your mother and myself always wanted to do.

Zhuge Liang: I see.

Nu Kua: Besides it will be good for Jade to see change of scenery. Remember, she never had that chance like you did.

Zhuge Liang: Yes. But that was because of the White Lotus Society was secretly helping us.

Shui-Khan: That is true, but we don't that luxury now.

Zhuge Liang: I know. Where's Jade?

Nu Kua: She's in her room. Aren't you going to pack anything?

Zhuge Liang: No.

Nu Kua: Why not. Surely after the war is over, your coming to live with us.

Zhuge Liang: Yes, but the reason I'm not packing is because I this see as a way to restart a new life. Besides I won't need anything for where I'm going.

Shui-Khan: The spirit world. You nervous?

Zhuge Liang: A little. But I'll soon shake that off. Though I wonder who will teach me the elements.

Shui-Khan: I guess the Jade Emperor will let you know when he gets here.

Zhuge Liang: I suppose so.

Zhuge Liang saw his mother starting to cry. Shui-Khan to comfort his wife.

Zhuge Liang: Mother what's wrong?

Nu Kua: It's just that you'll be leaving for the spirit world the minute we get to kyoshi island and we won't see you for months or probably years.

Zhuge Liang went to his mother and gave her a hug. He hated seeing her like this. When Jade first come down with the severe fever, Zhuge Liang seen Nu Kua this way. Nu Kua was scared Jade was going to die from the fever.

Zhuge Liang: Don't worry mother, I will be fine. I promise will come to back to you, father, and Jade after the war has ended.

Shui-Khan: Zhuge Liang.

Zhuge Liang: Yes father?

Shui-Khan: You've me and your mother very proud.

Jade: Me too.

Jade came in the room and went straight for Zhuge Liang. Shui-Khan and Nu Kua could see Jade was happy about the situation. Even thought she was young, Jade knew the importance of her brother leaving them to help the avatar.

Zhuge Liang: Jade. While I'm gone, I want you to start your basic training.

Jade: Does that mean you'll train me?

Zhuge Liang: Yes, when I return.

Jade: Finally.

Zhuge Liang: Finally what?

Jade: I'll become as strong as you.

Zhuge Liang: Whoa now sis, you're only five years old. It will take years to become a skillful martial arts but I believe you'll take on the challenge head on. A portal opened and the Jade Emperor emerged from it. From the look on Zhuge Liang's face, he knew the boy accept the position in helping the avatar.

Jade Emperor: I see you've made up your mind.

Zhuge Liang: Yes and I'm ready.

Jade Emperor: That's good to hear. Are you and your family ready?

Zhuge Liang: Yes. My mother, father, and sister packed thing that they'll need only. Like food, medicine, clothes, and a few sentimental items.

Jade Emperor: Very well. But gather your things quickly, we must leave as soon as possible.

Shui-Khan: Why? What's the rush?

Jade Emperor: Ozai has sent his imperial fire benders to get Zhuge Liang.

Nu Kua: What? Why?

Zhuge Liang: Because he's too predictable.

Jade Emperor: I see you catch on quickly.

Shui-Khan: Zhuge Liang, what do you mean by he's too predictable?

Zhuge Liang: Ozai sent the imperial fire benders to come get me because I beat his so called prodigy and now his wants me to teach Azula my skills. Also he'll most likely would have used you, mother, and Jade to get what he wants.

Jade Emperor: I see your training is going to be a quick one.

Nu Kua, Shui-Khan, and Jade gathered their things and met back at the room. Zhuge Liang went to the small pond where the turtle ducks were and set them free. He didn't want them kill off when the imperial fire benders came. He then joined the rest of his family and the Jade Emperor. The imperial fire benders finally came and stormed the house. The Jade Emperor quickly created a portal that lead to Kyoshi Island and he and the family went into it. The imperial fire benders just missed Zhuge Liang. They knew Ozai was not going to like this.

On Kyoshi Island, Governor Oyaji stood in front of a statue of Avatar Kyoshi waiting for the Jade Emperor. Preparations were made for the new arrivals. Any anybody who was helping the avatar was an ally. A small three bedroom home was made since the Jade Emperor told Oyaji the person who was going to help the avatar had parents and a little sister.

Oyaji couldn't wait to meet the person. He was told the person was only thirteen but was already a martial artist, weapon master, and very intelligent. A portal opened and out came the Jade Emperor and the family from the fire nation. Oyaji went to greet the family.

Oyaji: My Lord, I see you've made it back.

Jade Emperor: We had to leave quickly. Ozai had sent imperial fire benders to capture Zhuge Liang and his family.

Oyaji: The fire lord truly is a bastard isn't he?

Jade Emperor: Yes. That is why I have faith that Zhuge Liang and the avatar will put a stop to his madness.

Oyaji turned to Zhuge Liang and his family.

Oyaji: Zhuge Liang, it's finally to good to meet you.

Zhuge Liang: Likewise Governor, but how did you recognize me when we just met.

Oyaji: Your eyes.

Zhuge Liang: My eyes?

Oyaji: Yes. The Jade Emperor said you were the only person in the fire nation or possibly the world with crimson colored eyes.

Zhuge Liang: I see. I didn't realize my eyes were so noticeable.

Oyaji: You must be Zhuge Liang's parents.

Shui-Khan: Yes. I'm Shui-Khan, this is my wife, Nu Kua, and the little one is our daughter, Jade.

Oyaji: Well hello Jade.

Jade: Hi Mister Governor.

Oyaji chuckled.

Jade: Umm…Mister Governor?

Oyaji: Yes Jade?

Jade: The statute of that lady, who is she?

Oyaji was impressed with Jade's curiosity and observation.

Oyaji: Jade, this is a statue of Avatar Kyoshi. She lived four hundred years ago. The island is named after her. Kyoshi separated the island from the rest of the Earth Kingdom after her battle with Chin the Conqueror. She lived to be two hundred thirty years old.

Jade eyes widen in disbelief. She couldn't believe anybody could live that long.

Jade: Two hundred thirty years old?! Is that even possible?!

Zhuge Liang: Of coarse it is Jade. Fire Lord Sozin lived to be one hundred five years old.

Jade: Yeah, but she was an avatar.

Oyaji could see Jade was starting to admire Kyoshi. This was Jade's first time learning about a powerful female figure.

Oyaji: Well let me show you your new home.

As the family followed the Governor to their new home, onlookers seemed a bit worried since the family was from the fire nation. But when they heard the family turned their backs on the fire nation and that Zhuge Liang was going to the spirit world to learn the elements in order to help the avatar, the worrying turned into pride and hope.

The family finally reach their new and went in. Oyaji gave them a tour of the small home. It had three bedrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, bathroom, and storage room. Nu Kua and Shui-Khan really liked what they saw. They both felt that kyoshi island was going to the perfect place for Jade to grow, learn, explore, and make long lasting friendships with the other children. Soon they settled in their new home and got to know their neighbors. Jade was playing with the other children. Zhuge Liang couldn't help but to feel truly at peace. His family was out of harms way. But that didn't Ozai wasn't to let this down. Zhuge Liang knew Ozai was going to have the imperial fire benders search the entire fire nation.

The time had finally come for Zhuge Liang to depart for the spirit world. He settled his nerves and was ready to say his goodbyes. His family, Oyaji, and the neighbors gathered in front of the statue of Avatar Kyoshi.

Nu Kua: Zhuge Liang, be safe out there.

Zhuge Liang: I will mother.

Shui-Khan: Zhuge Liang you've made me the proudest father. I know you'll succeed in your mission.

Zhuge Liang: Thank you father. That means a lot to me.

Jade: Zhuge Liang?

Zhuge Liang looked at Jade and could tell she was sad and upset that he was leaving. This was reason why he regretted accepting to go to the spirit world. Zhuge Liang kneeled down in front of Jade and wiped away her tears.

Zhuge Liang: I promise I'll come home after the war is over.

Jade: Do you really mean that?

Zhuge Liang: Of course I do. When I come back, I'll tell you everything I've seen and did in the spirit world.

Jade: Okay.

Jade felt a little better knowing Zhuge Liang was going to keep his word. She hugged Zhuge Liang tightly also knowing that he might be killed. She finally let go and Zhuge Liang got up. Jade Emperor created a portal.

Jade Emperor: Zhuge Liang, it's time.

Zhuge Liang: Okay. I'm ready.

Zhuge Liang, Shui-Khan, Nu Kua, and Jade gathered into a group hug and then separated.

Zhuge Liang: Governor Oyaji, mother, father, Jade, and everyone else. I promise this senseless war will end with the defeat of Fire Ozai. His grandfather, Fire Lord Sozin, started the war but the avatar and myself will end it.

The crowd cheered knowing Zhuge Liang meant every word he said. As the Jade Emperor and Zhuge Liang entered the portal, Zhuge Liang turned to see his family one last time then walk in the portal.

End of chapter five.