The discussions went on until late at night. Mako had already taken Idan to his bed, since it was impossible for Idan to stay awake given his age.

Lin Beifong stood up and recapped their plans for when Amon makes his next move: "My men and I will overwatch the city for any signs of the Equalists; The bending and non-bending units will be on standby for when word of Amon's plans are out; We are told that general Iroh and the United Forces will be arriving some time tomorrow; We also have a small lead. Apparently there's a small underground Equalist facility near the South Bay. I highly doubt Korra is there, but it's worth taking a look at-" She took a deep breath before she completed the debriefing, "Mako, being the best detective in my department, has offered to go on an overnight reconnaissance mission to that facility by his lonesome, to possibly find information of the Avatar's whereabouts."

A new voice was heard across the room. "Like heck he is..."

Everyone in the meeting room turned their heads towards the voice. It was Bolin standing at the entrance of the room.

"..I'll go to hell and back before I let my brother go on a suicide mission by himself." Bolin's eyes focused on Mako's, "I'm going with you." His face was determined as ever.

A stifled Tenzin looked at Bolin, "But Bolin, your injuries-"

"I'm fine," Bolin interjected. "It's just a few scratches. Your sister, Kya, is the best healer in the world you know..well..aside from your mother that is." Bolin cleared his throat.

Tenzin gave him a strained smile.

"Are you sure you're up for this, Bolin?" Lin asked, very seriously.

"Yes..well Pabu and I of course." The fire ferret, as usual, stuck his head out from Bolin's shirt whenever his name is said.

Bolin was met with a room full of stoic expressions, they were clearly not amused at the mentioning of the fire ferret.

The water tribe Elder once again stood shakily up from his seat. "Well then, it's settled. I suggest everyone get some rest. Tomorrow could mark the most important day in this damned war." He picked up his wooden gavel and hit the sound block with it. "Dismissed."

Everyone left the room, but Mako and Bolin stayed behind. When everyone was out of hearing range, Mako broke the silence. "You up for this, bro?"

"Yeah, just like old times." He wanted to give Mako a playful nudge on the shoulder, but something very serious sprung to his mind.

"I..Um..I wanted to tell you about Idan..but.." Bolin scratched the back of his head. "..I'd much rather have it that Korra told you." He's eyes became more sincere, looking at Mako, "She was waiting for the right time, but-"

"I know." Mako's eyes were simultaneously insightful and melancholy. "I guess it played out neither way, instead, I found out I'm his father in the worst way possible." Mako swallowed the lump in his throat. "Fate's a real bugger isn't it." Mako said, trying to make light of the situation.

Bolin forced a small laugh. "Yeah.. I guess so."

Mako sighed, "Well, I suggest we get going. Any bit of information we can get would help us."

Mako proceeded to walk past Bolin, but was stopped when his brother put a hand on his shoulder and looked him in the eye. "Mako, we'll save her."

Mako's head was flooding with thoughts. He thought of Idan. He thought of Korra. He thought of how himself and Korra were each others' first time and hopefully not each others' last time.

Mako's voice was determined, "Yes. We will."


It was 03:00 AM

"Bro, we've been searching for an hour now, and there's still no sign of any underground Equalist facility," Bolin said, growing frustrated with himself.

Mako stopped and concentrated on his surroundings. They were near the South Bay, a non-bending part of the city, looking for any clue where this supposed underground facility is.

Fortunately, Mako's detective skills came in handy when he spotted a Sato Automotive building. It was no secret that Hiroshi Sato - Asami's father - was conspiring with Amon and his antics.

"There." Mako pointed towards the building. "We should at least take a look. Maybe..just maybe there's something there."

They reached the high metal walls surrounding the building. Bolin was about to earthbend a platform they could climb on, but Mako stopped him.

"Wait. Let's not leave any traces here that could potentially jeopardize all the other plans that were made." Mako positioned himself in front of Bolin whose back was facing the wall. "I have an Idea. I need you to hoist me up as high as you can."

Bolin braced himself for Mako. He intertwined his his fingers and took Mako's foot in his now-connected hands. He lifted with all his might.

What's Mako thinking? He's not gonna cover the distance like this. Bolin thought to himself.

When he released his brother's foot, he saw Mako shoot a jet of flames from either foot, thrusting him a meter higher, just enough to reach the the top of the wall.

Well, that's a first. Bolin tought to himself, followed with an impressed smile.


Author's notes:

Sorry for the short chapter, I will be watching UFC 210 later, so I need the rest.

After that, it will be all-systems-go :)