Ok so I kinda left the last one in a cliff hanger-esc way. So... we have another chapter sooner than usual! Trust me this one will be full of fluff and plenty of awkward conversations courtesy of Korra and Asami :)

Enjoy!

"Chief." The injured police officer called out, stumbling over to Beifong.

"Mako, what is it?" The Chief, still in uniform, furled her brow.

"Are there any new leads on the drug dealer case?"

"We're doing the best we can, but it's not just one criminal. There are many, and they're all working together. Its like one big, messed up family. If word gets out we're trying to figure this out, the results could be disastrous."

"So no one has investigated the address on the order sheet?"

"No, I can't risk any more officers until we have more information on who we're dealing with."

"But chief we ne-."

"Mako," She stood tall. "they managed to almost kill half of my officers and burn most of them! Marching into another base would be like committing suicide, and I am not about to let that happen! Do I make myself clear?!"

"Yes Chief." Discouraged, Mako made his way back to the table with Bolin.

"Mako," He nudged Mako's shoulder. "Look at Kai over there, isn't it adorable?" Mako's gaze followed Bolin's, finally resting on the two teenagers in each others arms. "Ahh, young love." Bolin sighed, resting his chin on his fists.

"Bolin, you're 19, you're not that much older than him." Mako laughed dryly.

"Whatever, I've had love before and it was nothing like that!"

"Oh god, that creepy goth chick with no personality?"

"We've agreed not to mention my dear Eska."

"Your dear Eska? Didn't you break up with her?"

"She says we're taking a break for a little." Bolin hung his head.

"Bo! I told you, you have to be strong and stand up for yourself."

"I know, I know. But I was afraid she'd hurt me..." At this, Mako rubbed his forehead frustratedly. "Besides, its been two weeks since she's called me "her feeble turtle-duck". I think she's finally getting the message."

"Whatever you say bro." Mako huffed. After a few minutes of awkward silence, Bolin's face lit up.

"Mako!" He nudged his brother. "There's Asami and Korra." Suddenly, as his gaze met that of the blue-eyed girl, Mako felt his face get hot and his stomach churn. Soon the two girls picked themselves up and moved towards the two.

"Oh sweetie, I'm so glad to see you're doing better!" Asami flung herself into Mako's lap and kissed his cheek lightly.

"Sweetie?" Korra laughed, smiling at Bolin.

"I know right?" He awkwardly shifted his collar and pulled out a chair for her.

"So how have you all been?" Asami forced a smile, taking a seat at the table.

"We've been great." Bolin stated. "Its still so funny that those two are together, small world." Bolin gestured to Kai and Jinora, who were now walking this way.

"Yeah, they're so cute" Asami laughed.

"Adorable..." Mako rolled his eyes.

"Oh come one, try to be emotional for like five seconds Mr. Serious." Korra laughed, causing everyone, except Mako, to giggle a bit.

"Now here they come, so everyone do their best they possibly can to embarrass them." Bolin whispered. Trying desperately to mind their own business, the four exchanged embarrassing looks with each other as the two took a seat at the table.

"Hi Korra, Asami, Kai's brothers." Jinora kindly smiled.

"Eh, love birds finally decided to join us." Bolin nudged Kai, causing both of their faces to turn red.

"We're not together!" The two breathed simultaneously. "Just friends."

"OK, OK. Geez."

"Hi Jinora. So, what award is Bumi getting again?" Korra asked, changing the subject.

"Thirty years in service I think."

"That's great." Mako tried to engage in the conversation. "I'm thinking of joining the navy someday."

"You are?" Bolin shot him a confused look.

"Yeah, why not? Serve our country, and stop bad people."

"That actually sounds cool." Korra chimed in, twirling her hair. Then it came again, awkward silence.

"I've gotta get out of here, you coming'?" Kai whispered to Jinora. As a response she only nodded and the two of them stood up and bolted out of the hall.

"What the heck was that?!" Mako huffed.

"They're totally together."

As soon as they reached the grand foyer of the building, Kai stopped, a bit out of breath from running.

"Why did we have to run?" Jinora practically fell into one of the couches.

"Unless you want to be stuck in more awkward conversations, I think getting away as fast as possible is the way to go." He sat beside her. Once again, Jinora's stomach filled with butterflies and her heart jumped into her throat.

"Yeah." She choked out the words, heat rushing to her cheeks.

"You OK Jinora?" He looked at her with his huge green eyes, and of course, this only made matters worse for Jinora.

"I'm OK, I think I just need some air." She coughed.

"OK then, I'll come with you." He laughed, smiling. Then, the two stood up and made their way into the courtyard. At once, Jinora's eyes were drawn to the skies. Even the few city stars shone bright in the winter.

(Turn on the OST "The Avatar's Love" from ATLA, right here :P Its adds to the scene)

"You love the stars don't you?" He watched her as she gazed at them, her eyes full of wonder.

"Yeah, I guess I'm always looking at the stars aren't I? I just, I just want to go out and be free to shine, like a star."

"You can, you know that right?"

"I don't know, I don't think they'd let me."

"Who'd let you?"

"Everyone, my mom, my dad, my whole family says I have such a future here."

"Do want your heart says Jinora. I know that sounds totally cheesy, but trust me, I know what its like to regret something. You know who you are, what you can be, make sure it's what you want to be."

"Thanks." She smiled at him, unknowing that he shared her feeling of butterflies.

"One day, when you're all on your own, conquering everything life throws at you, being amazing, promise me something?" Suddenly, he took her hand and cupped her face lightly.

"What?" She giggled, looking away.

"That you'll remember me." Their faces were only a few inches apart as Jinora felt a wave of joy wash over her.

"I promise, but right now, I'm gonna stay right here." After a second of silence, she looked back to the ground. "Shouldn't we be getting inside, the ceremony will begin soon."

"It can wait." Her heart raced as she felt his arm wrap around her. She shut her eyes slowly, and leaned in, just as she had done before. But this time, something amazing happened. Instead of her sister's yell, or a drop of rain, there was nothing. Finally, like an explosion, his lips met hers and her heart filled completely with feelings of joy and love for the street boy. The kiss was soft and gentle, but filled with so much care and love for the other... it was each of their first kisses. After a few seconds, Jinora pulled away, wanting to never leave his arms.

"Kai, I-"

"I know, I like you too." He hugged her tightly again. Jinora, without prevailing, tried to keep a smile off her face.

"We should go inside now right?" She cocked her head slightly.

"Yeah, probably." He rubbed the back of his neck awkwardly. When he turned around, he was stopped by Jinora grabbing his arm.

"And Kai? I could never forget you."

I just can't help myself sometimes, I love fluff! Is is just me or is the interaction between team avatar and the aribenders adorable! I love that older sibling embarrassment stuff, I do it to my younger sisters all the time :P

And I know what your thinking: "They like each other, it's over?" Nope! Not over! Not even close! :)

I've tried to maintain balance between fluff and story, how'd I do?

Be free to dump all your Kainora feels and thoughts! I'd love to know what you think :)

Luvs,

~Astrid