For some reason I can't put this down. I believe this is what's called a "crack pairing."

I don't own Avatar. So I cry myself to sleep instead.

Zuko's Confession

"Mai, I have to tell you something," said Zuko softly.

Mai finished helping Zuko with his robe, gingerly covering up his extensive bandages. She kissed his cheek. "What is it?"

"Well," began Zuko, eyes on the floor, "when I was traveling with the Avatar and his friends, I… well, I met someone else."

Mai let go of Zuko and took a step back, horrified. "You met someone else?" she repeated, knives in her voice.

"I'm sorry, Mai," said Zuko, his voice pleading for forgiveness. "When I was having a crisis, talking to her really helped me in a way that even Iroh couldn't. I think I'm in love."

An angry tear dripped down Mai's cheek. "Is it that Water Tribe girl?" she spat. "Or the blind earth bender? Who is it, Zuko?"

Zuko looked disgusted. "Katara? Toph? Don't be gross, Mai! Katara's a filthy peasant and Toph's only twelve years old!"

"Then who?" screamed Mai.

There was a croak from down the hall.

"There you are, darling!" smiled Zuko.

"A… a bullfrog?" stammered Mai, gaping.

Zuko picked up the bullfrog, rubbing his nose against it. "Isn't she cute?" said Zuko.

Mai stared for a few moments, then turned to go. "You know, I'm not so upset that you dumped me anymore," she said, slamming the door behind her.

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I'm not sure why I seem to be so obsessed with the bullfrog. It's not exactly my favorite part of the show. And I don't normally like to "crack pair." So this short is totally out of my element. But maybe it made someone laugh. Maybe? Even a little chuckle? No? Darn it...

Don't worry. More serious things to come. I am currently editing. Yes, I do that. Call me old-fashioned.

-samtana