Intermission
"Zuko?' Mei asked. "Yes.. I am. For the time being." he replied. Mei was about to ask another question when one of the widows suddenly opened up and strong gusts of cold wind and snow rushed in to the room. Zuko quickly got up and went over to the window. He closed the window and melted the iron handles on them together so the window wouldn't open again.
The wind had cooled the room down and without her coat Mei started to shiver. Zuko saw this and walked over to the fireplace and shot a few more jets of fire upon it. Mei quickly rushed over and sat down, placing her cold hands near the warmpth. Her finger tips were very red due to the cold and she winced as she tried to move them.
Zuko sat down behind her and took her hands in his own. He pulled her closer and squeezed her hands. She immidietly felt her hands start to warm up. "How're you doing that?" she mumbled closing her eyes. It felt wonderful and being wrapped up in his arms was definetly a plus.
"It's one of the first things a young fine nation soldier learns. When you release the fire, it's done so fast you can barely feel it. However, fire is very powerful, so to avoid getting hurt, you need to learn how to control the heat of the fire before it's released in your hands." Zuko said in a way that reminded her of Katara's water bending teacher. "Oh." she said softy, feeling sleepy. She was jerked awake though, when Zuko let released her hair from the bun holding it up. "It's itching my face." he mumbled.
Mei giggled and lifted a hand up to her head to smooth the hair down. Zuko caught her hand in his and lifted if up to his face. "Um.." she started to say, but was cut off by the contact of his lips to her fingertips. She blushed deeply, unsure if she should do anything. Zuko kissed every single fingertip and then moved to her earlobe. He nibbled on it softly causing Mei to gasp.
He chuckled and turned her around to face him. "Mei, have you ever been kissed by a man before?" he asked with a small grin on his face. Seeing him grin like that made her blush even more. "No.." she said softly, thankful that her voice didn't come out in a squeak.
"Than.. would you like me to show you how it's done?" he asked, this time a slight blush appearing on his cheeks as well. Mei blushed even more and slowly closed her eyes, hoping this was enough of an answer for him. She felt his hands cup her cheeks softly and a while later felt his warm breath on her face. Soon after she felt his lips upon her own. Unsure of what she should do she moved her hands to his back. This seemed to have a positive effect on him, as he deepened the kiss and put his hands on the small of her back, pulling her even closer.
Mei responed to this and started to kiss him back, but started to feel very dizzy. She felt herself go limp and manged to make out a cry of "Idiot" from Zuko. After she regained her breathing she looked at Zuko, who held her in his arms still. "You're suppossed to breath." he said burying his head in the crook of her neck.
Mei giggled weakly causing Zuko to sigh. "Let's sleep now. I'm tired." he said and laid down, pulling her with him. Mei sighed and snuggled closer to him, wondering how she's able to feel so much closer to him after just one kiss.
"Mei.. Mei!" Zuko whispered. Mei stirred and opened her eyes groggily.
"Wha- what's wrong?" she asked sleepily. She sat up and found it was very early in the morning, because there were only faint traces of sunlight. She turned her head towards Zuko. He was hurridly putting on his gloves and coat.
"Where are you going?" she asked. She got off the floor and stretched. "I have to get back to the Fire Nation. I'm already late." he said, putting his boots on now. After he was done, he quickly walked over to her and placed a small red parcel on her hands. "What's this?" Mei asked, looking up at him. "It's for the war. The Fire Nation will be attacking soon. The leader of this tribe knows that and I know he's got a good amount of soldiers prepared, but... if something should happen to you and you need help use it." he replied quickly and opened the parcel.
Inside the parcel was what looked to be a small fire cracker, with the exception of a small string attached to the bottom. Mei looked at him questioningly. "It's much stronger than a fire cracker. It's also made so that to light it, all you have to do is pull the string." he replied. "I have to go quickly. I believe I'll see you soon Mei." he added softly before kissing her on the cheek and leaving a door in the back Mei hadn't even noticed.
'I guess I'd better be getting back too' Mei thought with a sigh. She put on her coat and gloves and left the small house which would now be an important part in her memory.
AN: Before I say anything.. the character Mei belongs to me. The whole idea of this story belongs to me. They are my own! I strain myself to think of these ideas for new chapters. Just think about that before plagiarising. Thank you Another update! Pretty good for me no? lol I'm glad I've been able to progress this far before I get too busy ;. Anyways I'd like to humbly thank you all for all your reviews thus far! It's encouraged me so much! ok so I have to say bye now so remember to continue to R/R