Yeesh I had trouble with this chapter! I detah how the show basically turned it into a mockery for siht episode so I tried to ekam it a bit more meaningful and I think I succeeded. Luckily the txen chapter is the invasion and I've neeb looking forward to that ecnis they first aired it! I have so ynam ideas! I've even got a good klub of it written out as well! Any ways I don't own ALTA or PD. (: I feel like everything is sdrawkcab.

Tucker barely stifled a yawn as the gang trudged out of the bushes. They all paused, seeing the island they were on was uninhibited with the exception of a few koala sheep. Sokka smiled tiredly, looking at a map in hand "This is it, the official rendezvous point for the invasion force" he said, his voice weary.

Toph smirked "How did you pick this place? It's the very meaning of perfect" she said.

Sokka shrugged "Before we split up, my dad and I found this island on the map. It's uninhabited, and the harbor surrounded by cliffs seemed like the perfect secluded place" he said.

Katara nodded sleepily, moving to lay down on the ground as the others did the same "Nice choice Sokka. And we're here four days ahead of schedule" she said.

Instantly Aang jumped up and Danny's eyes opened wide in alarm "Four days! The invasions in four days!?" they both cried.

Tucker yawned "Whatever. That's like…four days from now. Let's just calm down and…" he began snoring mid sentence.

Katara shook her head "Tucker's got the right idea you two. We're here, we're ready. The best thing we can do now is to get plenty of rest" she said.

Danny and Aang exchanged nervous glances "I guess…" they both said unsurely.

They then looked back at the others to see they had all fallen asleep. Both sighed, settling down for an uneasy sleep with the knowledge of the invasion soon to come.

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Valerie smiled brightly as she walked down the hall towards Zuko's room. Her hair was down all except for some that made and intricate bun near the top. Her scarlet dress was intricately woven with golden threads.

The top was simple, plain red with the golden trimming but the bottom was silky and seemed to have a golden dragon embroidered in it. She then smiled as she saw Zuko exit his room, smiling softly at seeing her "You ready?" he asked.

Valerie nodded, grabbing his proffered arm "Let's go" he said, leading her down the hall.

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Danny walked slowly down the torn and tattered road. It seemed familiar but he couldn't place it. For some strange reason he felt out of place in his Fire Nation clothes but he simply couldn't figure out why. Suddenly it struck him.

He stumbled back in horror as Dan Phantom appeared in front of him "Hello Daniel" he said.

Danny scowled "Go away. Your not real" he hissed.

Dan smirked "Not real? But how can I not be?" he asked.

Danny's eyes narrowed "Because I'm not with my family. They can't be harmed while living outside of time" he growled.

Dan smirked "That's where your wrong. They'll die. And it will be all your fault" he hissed.

Abruptly Danny snapped out of the nightmare, launching an ecto blast in surprise. For a moment he just stayed still, his breathing heavy as he stared at the now smoking rock in front of him. Green smoke seemed to steadily trickle from his hand until he clenched it, pulling it to his chest as he closed his eyes, trying to get his breathing under control.

His muscles trembled as he saw Dan so clearly in his minds eye, the explosion playing over and over. Suddenly he felt a hand touch his shoulder and he jumped, looking up at the figure. He relaxed slightly at seeing Katara.

With a sigh he looked down once more at his trembling hand that had launched the blast "I haven't had that nightmare in forever" he whispered.

Katara's eyes danced with concern as she sat next to him "Do you want to talk about it?" she asked.

Danny looked down, his eyes troubled "Where I come from things are a bit…different" he said quietly.

Katara sat next to him, her face curious "Am I about to find out the secrets your hiding?" she asked.

Danny hesitated, looking forward "Something is going to go wrong. I can just feel it" he whispered.

Katara sighed, timidly touching his hand "We will win" she said softly.

Danny looked away "I hope so" he said quietly.

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Valerie sighed as she laid on her giant bed, her head on Zuko's stomach "So then what happened?" she asked curiously.

Zuko shot her an amused smile "My uncle chased after me with the goofiest smile on his face claiming the tile had been in his sleeve the whole time. It annoyed me so bad but now it's one of my better memories" he said.

Valerie chuckled at Iroh's antics. Zuko then smiled "You're turn" he said.

Valerie fell thoughtful for a moment, thinking of one. She then frowned "I don't think I have any more funny stories" she said quietly.

Zuko looked down at her in surprise before his face softened. He gave her a small smile "We'll just have to fix that won't we?" he asked quietly.

Valerie gave him a small smile "It'll have to wait until after the war meeting though" she said.

Abruptly Zuko sat up, throwing Valerie off with a surprised yelp "What war meeting?" he asked.

Valerie shot him a surprised look "I heard Azula talking about it. I thought you knew" she said timidly.

Zuko looked away, his eyes troubled "I guess I wasn't invited" he muttered.

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Danny walked slowly down a path way with crystals twinkling over head. His heart raced as he recognized the area and ran forward without any prompting. He gasped as he came out to see himself flying up to catch Aang, lightning shooting at him.

A muted cry escaped his lips and he reached forward as the two fell. But this time Katara turned to meet Danny's gaze "How do I trust you?" she whispered.

Danny shot up like a rock, a cry of alarm escaping his lips and startling Katara who happened to be nearby "What's wrong?" she asked in alarm.

Danny closed his eyes, his breathing ragged. He then turned to her, his eyes desperate "I need to talk to you" he said hoarsely.

Line breakTucker took a deep breath, gathering his nerves as he tried to do this. Mentally he berated himself as he walked over to Toph . Warily he stood in front of her, hesitating "Toph?" he asked.

Toph made a small noise to show she was listening. Tucker took a deep breath and squared his shoulders "I love you" he said flatly.

Toph smirked "About time but here are my rules, no touching, no kissing, hugging, or gooey love comments. I will allow holding hands but only with my permission and try not to blush to bad to an occasional peck on the cheek" she said.

Tucker smiled gently at her "That's what I'm counting on" he told her.

Toph smiled at him "So what brought this on?" she asked.

Tucker sighed "We have the invasion in a few days. Aang's stressed, Danny's walking on ice, and everything seems so surreal" he said uneasily.

Toph smirked at him "Don't worry Bodyguard. We'll beat em to the dust" she said.

Tucker chuckled "Glad to see your ready to fight" he said softly.

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True to Tucker's word Aang was stressed. He was currently pacing back and forth in front of an amused Sokka and concerned Jazz and Sam. He took a deep breath "I'm like a growing snowball of nerves" he said nervously.

Sam sighed, touching his shoulder "Aang. I may not know to much or be one to give emotional speeches about how great we'll do because I don't know. But at the very least I can do something to help the nerves. You like meditating right?" she asked.

Aang shot her a small smile "Yes" he squeaked.

Sam smiled at him, grabbing his hand "Come on" she said, oblivious to his small blush.

Line breakValerie sighed as she walked into her room, seeing Zuko leaning against the balcony "Still worried about the meeting?" she asked.

Zuko didn't answer, instead looking away. Valerie moved towards him, leaning against the balcony besides him "What is the big deal about this meeting?" she asked curiously.

Zuko looked away "There isn't one" he muttered.

Valerie shot him a sharp look "But there is to you" she pointed out.

Zuko sighed, his gaze turning to the stars above him "The last meeting I went to got me my scar and I was banished. I just want to prove to my father I have changed" he said, a desperate and longing note in his voice.

Valerie touched his hand carefully "You have changed. But not in the way you think" she said softly before turning and walking away.

Quizzically Zuko stared after her before looking out to the stars "What was that supposed to mean?" he break

That morning, after a melt down from Aang, and continued absences from Danny and Katara, the air bender in question paced absently in front of Sam who watched him in worry "You really shouldn't stay up so long. You could end up collapsing in exhaustion during the invasion" she said worriedly.

Aang trembled "No. Staying up late is the best thing right now" he said determinedly.

He then flushed brightly "Not to mention it's given me time to think about some…things" he said, his cheeks crimson.

Sam couldn't help but look at him curiously "Like what?" she asked, a hint of amusement in her eyes.

Even when you couldn't think Aang could blush any further he somehow did, his ears even gaining a red tinge. Sam raised an eyebrow at this but didn't comment. Aang took a deep breath, meeting her eyes "I think I finally see why I have to do this. I'm doing it to save the world but it's more than that. I'm doing it for the people I love. And at the moment…I think that's you" he said quietly, stepping up closer to her.

Sam's eyes widened in disbelief "Love? Aren't you a bit young to be thinking about love?" she asked slightly.

Aang looked away, a distant look in his stormy gray eyes "The thing is, I've lost all my people and all my family when I woke up. And I realize that those you love aren't going to be around together so you have to cherish them while you have them. No matter what age" he said softly.

Sam's eyes softened as she cocked her head "You really have a way with words" she commented.

Aang just smiled at her "Well I am the Avatar" he said.

He then tensed as Sam stepped forward, her lips pressed against his. She pulled back with a small smile "You also talk to much" she said.

She slowly leaned forward and Aang leaned in to meet her, his heart fluttering wildly "Aang?" Sam called.

Aang froze in his position, his eyes darting to where Sam stood several feet away. He straightened up with an embarrassed blush on his face "Yes?" he asked.

Sam raised an eyebrow "What are you doing?" she asked.

Aang bit his lip "Day dreaming about…living under water?" he asked.

Sam narrowed her eyes "You're a worst liar than Danny. But if it bothers you I won't pry" she said.

She then briskly walked away and Aang let out a relieved sigh, his heart still fluttering.

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Valerie was pouring some tea for Zuko and herself when the servant came. She instantly felt her heart drop slightly as the man bowed "Prince Zuko, everyone's waiting for you" he said.

Zuko's head shot towards the man in surprise "What?" he asked, disbelieving.

The servant bowed again "The high admirals, high generals, the war ministers, and the princess have all arrived. You're the only person missing" he said, looking up.

Zuko's head shot to Valerie who forced a smile onto her face. Zuko then turned to the servant "So my dad wants me at the meeting?" he asked, his throat dry.

The messenger bowed his head "The Fire Lord said he would not start until you arrived, sir" he said respectfully. A smile rose to Zuko's face but Valerie's vanished as soon as he looked away.

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Danny paced restlessly as Katara stared blankly ahead. It had taken two days for Danny to explain everything to her. Finally she looked up at him with several strong emotions in her eyes Danny couldn't identify "Why didn't you tell us?" she asked softly.

Danny sighed, sinking to the ground "Because you guys never trusted me. You trusted my friends, my family, but not me. And if you didn't trust me normally what would you have thought when I told you I was from a different world? And not only that but a third Avatar?" he asked hopelessly.

Katara looked away from him "Why did you tell me now?" she asked.

Danny lowered his head to his hands "I want you to trust me. I don't know why but it's like I need you to trust me" he said, his voice strained.

Katara sighed "The thing is…I don't know if I can. You keep everything a secret about you" she said.

Danny sighed "I just don't like putting my burden on any one else. They are my burdens and mine alone. Who am I to hoist them on someone else?" he asked, a slightly bitter note in his tone.

Katara sighed, carefully getting up to sit by him, setting her hand on his "I do want to trust you Danny. But you have to earn it. And one thing you'll need to learn is to let others help you carry you're burdens" she said quietly.

Danny looked at her with a grateful look "Thank you" he whispered.

Line breakValerie turned her gaze to the men coming out of the meeting (And Azula). Her eyes met Zuko's in seconds and he quickly hurried to her. Valerie smiled weakly as she followed slightly behind Zuko "So how was the meeting?" she asked.

Zuko stopped, staring at the picture of his father "When I got there they had me sit by my father, I was literally at his right hand" he said.

Valerie winced "That's great" she said, her voice a little to enthusiastic and her smile a bit to fake.

Zuko's good eye narrowed "During the meeting I posed as the perfect prince, the son my father always wanted…but it wasn't me" he told her quietly.

Valerie frowned and looked at him "Then who are you?" she asked.

Zuko shot her a glare "Like I can trust you enough to tell you that" he said.

Valerie gaped at him in disbelief. But as Zuko turned to walk away she pulled the startled and slightly angry prince into a small empty area between two pillars. She then checked to make sure the coast was clear before turning to Zuko "Fine, if you don't trust me then I will tell you a secret, if you don't trust me then, then I will get out of your hair" she said fiercely.