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Chapter 8 – Legend of Korra part 2

Never in all her life did Avatar Korra imagine she would end up in a place like this. Inside an interrogation room surrounded by metal walls inside the Republic City Police HQ being treated as a common criminal. She was the Avatar for spirits sake! They should've congratulated her for stopping those thugs, not arrest and cuff her to a table, while a stern looking woman read out-loud all the charges against her.

"Multiple counts of destruction of private and city property... not to mention evading arrest. You're in a whole mess of trouble young lady."

"But there were some thugs threatening a helpless shop keeper and I had to..." Korra tried to explain, but the policewoman wouldn't hear any of it.

"Can it! You should have called the police and stayed out of the way."

"But I couldn't just sit by and do nothing. It's my duty to help people. See, I'm the Avatar." That was what she had been taught all her life, and although she found now pleasure in pulling up her title, the young Water Tribal had to defend herself.

"Oh I am well aware of who you are. And your Avatar title might impress some people, but not me." The policewoman said clearly unimpressed by it, making Korra wonder what this lady's deal was.

"Alright, fine. Then I want to talk to whoever's in charge." Korra changed disposition from cowed to determined. If this lady wanted to act tough then she could too.

"You're talking to her." She announced unamused as she took her seat on the other side if the metal table, looking at the young girl directly in the eye. "I'm Chief Beifong."

"Wait, Beifong. Lin Beifong? You're Toph's daughter!" Korra made the connection instantly.

"What of it?"

"Then why are you treating me like a criminal? Avatar Aang and your mother were friends, they saved the world together." All of Avatar Aang's friends and their families had always being friendly with her, heck some were like family! So why was Lin different?

"That's anciet history... and it's got diddle squat to do with the mess you're in right now. You can't just waltz in here and dole out justice like you own the place!" Lin said getting rather upset at the end. "The last thing we need is another vigilante on the streets causing ruckus!"

"Wait, other vigilante?" Korra titled her head in curiosity. Did that meant there was someone out there that did what she did on regular basis without caring what the police had to say. "Who is he?"If how she had being treated by the RCPD for helping others was any indication, then this vigilante was some sort of unsung hero.

"Forget about him! You better start thinking about yourself." Korra could see regret on Lin's eyes for bringing up the vigilante and was trying to steer away from the subject. But this only kindled the Avatar's curiosity for the guy even more.

But before Korra could probe more info from Lin, a section of the metal wall opened up and a guard spoke through it. "Chief, Councilman Tenzin is here."

"Let him in." Lin sighed, although nobody could tell if it was out of relief or annoyance.

Although Tenzin came to her rescue, all what Korra could think of was about this vigilante that was out on the streets of Republic City.

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"It may not be much, but you and your family can use this as a shelter." Iggy said as he used his stand ability to carve a decent sized hole on the side of a thick rock wall. Though modest, the newly made shelter was away from any human settlements where it could cause trouble.

"You are as generous as you are powerful, oh mighty King." A ferret bowed its head towards the boston terrier with the upmost respect and appreciation he could muster. "My family and I will always be on your debt and my children and the children of their children will praise your name, Lord Iggy."

"Your appreciation is noted. My only request for you is for you to care for your family and to follow my rules: look after your fellow brethren, always lay a helping paw, tail, or beak, and respect the property of the humans who leave offerings for us."

"I will, my lord. I will!" The ferret bowed his head again and again.

"Now I'll take my leave while you and your family settle in."

"Yes, my lord!" The ferret bowed one last time and declared. "Long live King Iggy, may your rule last generations."

"Thank you."And with that, the King left.

As he walked away, Iggy couldn't help but feel good about the whole thing. Not because of the titles and the bowing, but for the sheer appreciation for his actions. The love in the eyes of his subjects towards him made him feel more like a king than any title alone could provide.

'Maybe things would've turned different if back on New York, my followers had a bit of love for me.'

Iggy still remembered the first time he had tried to become the Top Dog in the Streets of New York. He had battled and conquered against all opposition, making his enemies fear him and his power. Yet by doing so, everyone he ruled over only followed him because of fear, instead of respect or admiration.

He didn't knew it back then, but the foundations of his rule were weak, only to last until the moment his power and the fear he had over his followers faltered. That was why when Abdul and Joestar came looking for him to take Iggy away for messing around with humans for so long, nobody step up to help him.

Iggy was sure no one missed him or shed a tear either.

But things were different now.

Although he hated to admit it, Iggy was surprised by the absolute devotion the enemies of the Crusaders had for DIO. How they all fought and lay down their lives for him. They loved him, and Iggy had been jealous because no one would ever do the same for him.

Until now.

Iggy not only managed to become Top Dog, but through his actions and perseverance he won the love and admiration he long had been seeking for. Though it was hard work, Iggy knew it was worth it when he saw the love in everyone's eyes.

Iggy finally knew what truly meant to Stand Proud.

"My King!" A "voice" snapped Iggy from his thoughts. "I have urgent news." The voice belonged to a black cat, one of his trusted lieutenants, Stray Kats. "The Avatar is confirmed to be in Republic City right now."

"The Avatar, huh?" Iggy said intrigued looking up to the sky above.

After coming to this world, Iggy discovered so many interesting things on this new world he now resided in. But no amount of weird mixed-matched animals hybrids could compared to his surprise when he found out about bending and the Avatar itself.

The Avatar. The only living being capable of bending the Four Elements: Earth, Fire, Air and Water; and all of their alternative styles. The one charge of keeping balance among the four nations of the world, as well as between mankind and spirits.

And now that same person was in Iggy's city.

"Interesting…"

"My lord?"

"Keep an eye on the Avatar." Iggy declared turning towards the black cat. "Send out the lizard crows and keep me informed of the Avatar's every move."

"Yes my lord." Stray bowed before she leaped away to carry on her liege's orders.

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Outside of the City Hall a large crowd cheered for the arrival of Avatar Korra to their city. They all gathered around waiting to hear about her and her plans for the city itself. At the front, several reporters and photographers snapped shots of the most talked about person in Republic City at the moment.

While this was going on, Korra was dreading to talk in front of such a large crowd of people that will hang on every word that came from her mouth. She only hoped she didn't end up embarrassing herself.

"Hello, I'm Korra. Your new Avatar." She finally spoke unto the five microphones outfitted on the podium she was standing at. That was the best place to start right? And before she could even say anything else, the reporters jumped in with several questions.

"Does this mean you've moved to Republic City?"

"Were you trying to send a message to the Triads yesterday?"

"Will you be fighting crime or the anti bending revolution or both?"

"Will you be working with Chief Beifong and the police?"

"Uh, yes, I am definitely here to stay, but honestly, I don't exactly have a plan yet. See I'm still in training..." Caught slightly by surprise, Korra struggled for words to continue on. "but... look, all I know is Avatar Aang meant for this city to be the center of peace and balance in the world, and I believe we can make his dream a reality. I look forward to serving you! I am so happy to be here. Thank you Republic City!"

At her declaration the crowd cheered even louder and even more questions came her way. Trying to help her, Tenzin, city councilman and son of the previous Avatar stepped forward to address the crowd.

"Alright, that's all the questions the Av—"

"What's your plan for the Sandbending Vigilante!" A question came, sounding above all others and the crowd went silent for a moment waiting anxiously for the Avatar's response.

"I do not know." Korra said pushing Tenzin away so she could answer this last question. "I heard many rumors about it. That he is a vigilante delivering unorthodox justice on his own, while others claim that he is a spirit that attacks those who anger it." Either case, both excited her and made her anxious. "Man or Spirit, I'm sure I will deal with him, one way or another."

And that as a closing statement Korra left the podium while reporters kept on launching question after question. 'Whatever or whoever you are, I can't wait to meet eye to eye.'

Unknown to her and everyone person around, a tanned skin figure dressed in a heavy overcoat with elbow-long sleeves, sporting a headband and over his black haired was tied upwards in a very unusual style, blended in with the crowd, despite having a dog hanging from his shoulders.

"I too look forward to our meeting Avatar Korra." The man said with a smile while he and the dog watch her walk away.

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Author Notes:

First of all I wish to apologize for the lateness of the update and the shortness of this chapter.

You see, this past week I've been somewhat involved with some drama going on here at FF, that has left me little time to work on writing these chapters. You see, some friends of mine, epicvicoty2025 and standuser64 have been harassed by a group known as Critics United. These Bullies have been bothering epicvictory for some time now and yesterday they managed to have an Admin delete epic's fics RWBY watches Death Battle among others.

I could go on and on about all that's being happening and all the PM's that were shared between epic, stand and myself. But to make a long story short. Both Epic and Stand will move their stories to another site called Archive of Our Own (AO3). And I was tempted to also jump ships myself out of spite for this injustice.

But after I calmed down, I thought things through and decided to instead to show solidarity to my friends and support AO3 by subscribing and hosting my stories over there too. Since AO3 is still on beta state, I won't be getting my account until September 27th. But when I do, you'll find my stories over there too under my same username.

Again, I will be hosting my stories over there too. Meaning I still updating here , so there's no need to worry. But I wish to ask a favor to those who liked and followed epic and stand stories and fics alike; I ask to show your support to them by also supporting AO3. We would really appreciate it.

That's all from me folks. Next chapter, we continue the Journey of Korra and her first meeting with the Sand Spirit/Vigilante.

And don't worry, it will be longer than this chapter was.