"I think she's healing quite nicely if I do say so myself. We'll take out the rest of the stitches today and see if she can get up and about!" The nurse explained to Asami as they walked down the hallway. Asami nodded graciously. "Thank you for taking such good care of her!"

"Oh it was our pleasure! She's such a lovely kid, even if she does get a little rambunctious sometimes, haha."

The nurse slid open the door to Riko's room and gasped. Asami peered around her, then slapped her palm to her face. "Well, you did say you wanted her to get up and about."

The nurse ran off screaming. Asami sighed and began her search around the hospital.

Riko laughed as she could hear the nurses yelling completely across the hospital campus. She looked through the window to view the outside world. Everyone was out there, living their own lives, while she was stuck here in this stuffy hospital. She didn't belong in here, but she was aware that she wouldn't get far in her current condition.

Asami rounded a corner and saw a teenager sitting in the windowsill at the end of the hall. She sat across from her on the ledge, crossing her arms. Riko paid no attention, though. She sat dazed and lost in watching the world outside.

Riko felt a hand land on her shoulder and blearily looked up at her mother.

"C'mon, the nurses are absolutely losing their minds worrying about you."

Riko sighed and stepped off of the ledge. She winced in pain as the weight of her body came back to her as she stood up. Asami immediately grabbed her arm to steady her. "How'd you manage to get this far from your room?"

"Heh, very carefully. Ngh!"

Asami swung her arm over her shoulder and helped her walk back to her room.

"I can't believe you walked so far by yourself!" The nurse exclaimed. "You must be starting to feel back to normal again!"

"As normal as I'll ever be." Riko grumbled.

The nurse had unwrapped the bandages on her arm and was just starting to pull the stitches out.

Great, more scars. She thought.

She groaned as they were pulled from her flesh. It made her remember when Korra pulled out the stitches in her arm after her bear trap accident. She closed her eyes and breathed in deeply. Speaking of which, where was Korra?

Korra screamed as Nami and Kohaku fought inside the house. "No! I said stop!" But they refused to listen and threw fire and water at each other. She jumped in the middle of it, stopping the elements from flying further. "Damnit, if you're gonna fight at least go outside!"

The two growled and ran to the arena out back. Korra just watched as they fiercely fought it out in the courtyard. What had gotten into them lately? Whatever it was, it seemed to be getting worse the longer Riko was gone.

"Do you wanna try walking around some more? You'll have crutches this time." The nurse asked, motioning to the crutches leaning against the opposite wall.

Riko shook her head. "No, I'm tired from earlier." She pulled the blanket up to her chin, already starting to doze off. The nurse chuckled and walked out. Asami, smiling, grabbed Riko's good arm, freshly bandaged again.

"Get some rest, sweetie. I'll be back tomorrow." Asami said. She gave her a kiss on her forehead before walking towards the door.

"Can't you stay a little longer?" Riko pleaded. Asami looked back at her. Dark bags hung under her daughter's eyes, which opened and closed slowly in weariness.

"It's late. You'll be out like a light in a few minutes, hun. Besides, I have a feeling things have gotten out of hand at home."

Riko chuckled. "Yeah, probably if you left Korra with them."

Asami sighed, nodding her head.

"Good luck with that, momma."

Korra heard a car pull into the driveway and cursed. She quickly swept up the last of the dirt and ash and dumped it in the trash. Keys jiggled at the door. She looked around and realized that some of the furniture was still overturned. She ran to the table and flipped it upright. Then she grabbed the couch, trying to place it upright before Asami walked in.

Asami sighed at the sight of her destroyed living room. She watched as Korra pushed the couch until it was back in its rightful place. Only then did Korra notice her wife in the doorway. "Asami!"

"I'm getting a nanny from now on." Asami sighed.

"No, no, it's okay! I'm taking care of it!"

"So where are our kids?"

Korra felt sweat run down the side of her face. "Ummm…"

"Great." Asami said. She walked to the back of the house. Just as she had assumed, her kids were still fighting it out, even this late at night.

Kohaku smirked as he felt someone approach him from behind. Nami shot a string of water at him but he dodged, hoping it would hit whoever was behind him. The woman dodged as well and aimed a kick at him. He slid underneath of her leg. He jumped up from behind her and shot a punch at her. She caught his hand and spun him around and planted him into the ground. He groaned as she held his arms behind his back and sat on him.

"You could've just asked if you wanted a sparring match with me." Asami said, smirking.

"Mommmmm…" He groaned.

"You're in big trouble, that means you too missy!" Asami yelled as she saw Nami trying to sneak away. The mother grabbed both children and dragged them inside.

Korra smiled softly at the sight of her daughter. It was early so she was still sound asleep. She sat down in the chair beside her bed and grabbed her hand. The Sun drew up behind the blinds, shining on her body. Even with her scrapes and bruises, Riko was beautiful to her. She gently placed her hand on the long bruise on the side of her face. Riko winced and shuffled around, but remained asleep. Korra kissed her forehead and pulled away from her.

Riko mumbled in her sleep and pulled Korra's hand closer to her, cuddling with her arm. Korra chuckled. Riko's eyes fluttered open, landing on her mom.

"Ma." She smiled.

"Hey there my little badgermole. How you feeling?"

She sat help with Korra's help. "Ngh. Well, I've been worse, heh." She looked around. "Where's momma?"

"She's staying with the kids. It's just me for today."

"So they did get out of hand, didn't they? I mean if she's staying with them today…"

"Yessss, they had a little fight yesterday and your momma was the one who put an end to it." Korra said.

Riko chuckled. "She can certainly strike fear into anyone with her anger."

"Ain't that the truth."

Both laughed and sat talking for some time.

"Are you hungry? It's almost noon. We can get something to eat downstairs if you want." Korra asked.

Riko nodded her head. Korra helped her stand up and handed her the crutches from the wall. Riko smiled at the small amount of freedom she was regaining. Korra walked beside her as she hobbled down the hallway.

Later that evening, her doctor came by. He checked her vitals and examined her injuries. He pressed down on her old wounds to make sure they had sealed shut. He touched the bruises on her stomach, making her wince. The bruises clearly outlined her ribs.

"There's not much more we can do for broken ribs other than wait it out, but most of your other wounds have healed. The casts won't come off for a few more weeks, but that's no reason to keep you locked up here." He offered a smile. "And you've been walking around more. I'm more than satisfied with your recovery and would be willing to discharge you in a few days if you want."

Riko smiled wide. "Really?! That's awesome!"

Korra watched as she punched the air in excitement. Suddenly she was tackled. "Oof!" Riko hugged her tight and cried a little bit. "I know, hun, you're gonna be alright."

Korra burst through the front doors and ran around the house looking for her wife. "'Sami! I have great news!" She found her in her office, finally starting to work on some new blueprints. Her wife turned her chair around to face her.

"Korra! What is it?" Asami asked, startled by her entrance. She noticed the huge smile on her face.

"She's finally coming home," was all that Korra said. Asami jumped out of her seat cheering.

"No way?! Korra, that's amazing! Oh Spirits, I'm so happy." Asami exclaimed. She wrapped her arms around her neck and pulled her in close, lips just barely touching. "When?!"

"The doc just said in a few days."

The two stared into each other's eyes until they noticed how close they were. Asami pulled away slightly and giggled embarrassingly. Korra pulled her back to her by her hips. "I was kind of enjoying that for a moment." Korra whispered.

Asami blushed but smirked. "Were you?" She removed one of her hands from behind her neck and danced it from her chest to her chin. Her finger then gracefully hovered over her lips. "I guess maybe you do deserve a treat for bringing good news."

Korra kissed her finger. She then took the finger in her mouth and lightly sucked on it. Asami gulped and placed a hand to her heated face. Both of them were blushing deeply. It had been awhile since they had done anything intimate like this. Her lips popped as she let go of the finger. "I'd like that." She said before placing a forceful kiss on her lips. Asami gasped and wrapped her arms back around her neck. Korra grabbed her butt and lifted her off of the ground, which alarmed Asami and she gasped in surprise, clinging to Korra. She noticed the smirk on her face and commented on it. "Showoff."

Korra slammed her into the wall as they kissed again. Korra's hands ravaged through her curly hair. Suddenly she pulled on her hair, making Asami loll her head back, and attacked her neck. Asami clawed at Korra's sides. Korra smirked and bit at the areas she knew would set her off. Asami moaned. She pulled at Korra's short hair and ran her hands through it.

Korra bit down hard on her neck, drawing blood. She sucked on it before licking up the mess, all the while listening to Asami's moans.

Suddenly Asami pulled her up and kissed her hard. Now it was Korra's turn to moan. Asami bit down on her bottom lip and continued until she broke skin and blood spread between their lips and down her chin.

It was definitely going to be one of those nights where both of them acquired marks and bruises.

Riko's eyebrows rose at the sight of both of her mothers entering her room two days later. "What the hell…? Ya know what, I don't even want to know. Why didn't either of you come yesterday?"

The two looked at each other.

Riko sighed. "Actually forget I asked, I can just imagine…"

Both Korra and Asami were bruised and battered. Riko saw the bruises on their necks. There were a few scratch marks left on Korra's unclothed arms. Didn't she have any decency? Asami should've at least told her to cover up! But they were probably too out of it to even notice still.

"Well I'm glad you're here now. I want out of this hellhole. I think Doc will let me leave today." Riko said, crossing her arms as best as she could with a cast.

The couple gave a nervous chuckle and sat down beside her bed. Korra ruffled Riko's hair in an attempt to lighten the mood. The girl pouted at her.

"You really must be feeling better if you're making sarcastic remarks like that." Asami said.

Riko breathed in the fresh air in delight; her discharge papers slightly crumpled in her hand holding onto a crutch. Korra helped her down the stairs to the sidewalk. Asami pulled up, waving at them from the driver's seat. Riko smiled brighter than ever and slid into the passenger seat. Korra jumped into the backseat and Asami drove the family home.

Korra ran to open the front door and Asami walked behind Riko in case she needed assistance. "Guys, I'm fine, c'mon…" She walked through the door. "Why's it so dark in here?"

The couple couldn't contain their smiles anymore, not that Riko was looking at them; she was looking at a dark living room.

Suddenly the lights flicked on and everyone came out of hiding behind couches and pillars, screaming 'surprise'. Confetti fell from the ceiling and balloons were tied up around the room.

Riko gasped and covered her mouth in surprise.

"Just because you missed your birthday doesn't mean we did. Happy 17th birthday badgermole!" Korra said excitedly. She dropped to the floor and slid underneath her. Riko jumped when she realized her mom was putting her on her shoulders for the first time in probably five years. She placed her hands on either side of Korra's head for support.

The crowd cheered for her. She watched for a minute, before timidly raising her good arm in the air with a fist. Everyone cheered more, making her smile. These people were here for her, they really cared for her. She knew everyone there. Tenzin and the air family. Chief BeiFong. Mako and Bolin. Even Senna and Tonraq! Leading the crowd were her two siblings, Kohaku and Nami. They ran about the room with silly string shooters.

Riko raised her other arm without a care in the world. "Woohoo! It's good to be home!"

Asami smiled at her newfound family. For the first time in months, Riko looked happy again. Truly happy. Her wife was just as happy as she was. Her two kids were ecstatic to have their sister back. Their friends and family were just as happy for them.

Their family was finally put back together again.

Korra leaned down to let Riko go greet her guests. The girl grabbed her crutches and raced towards her family; her newfound family. Her siblings pounced on her. "Riko!" Kohaku hugged her tight and Nami held onto her good arm. Riko paused. She never expected this kind of affection from either of them. She closed her eyes to prevent tears from falling and rested her head on his shoulder. She heard the snap of a camera light and knew Asami was taking pictures of them.

They let go of her and she greeted the rest of her guests. She went to the airbending family. Tenzin and Pema gave her gentle hugs. Jinora, being the wise one, hugged the girl, while her brother and sister were already nagging her about her condition. She shoved them off to let Riko greet the rest of her guests.

Riko smiled and went over to Mako and Bolin and the Chief.

"Riko, oh I'm so happy you're feeling better! Can I hug you?! I'll be gentle! I've just missed seeing you around!" Bolin said excitedly as always. Riko nodded and he swooped her up in a gentle bear hug. She giggled and swung her arms around the man. He released her and she looked at the other two. She humbly approached them, bringing her hands together and bowing. Lin quickly pulled her right up, though. "There's no need for that."

"There is though. If it weren't for you Chief, I'd be long since dead. Thank you for saving me." She looked at Mako. "And thank you Mako for helping Korra while I was kidnapped."

Mako just shrugged his shoulders. "It was nothing." Riko put her hand out, and Mako respectfully shook her hand.

"We're just glad you're safe." Lin said. She laid a hand on her shoulder. Riko looked her straight in the eye, then tackled Lin in a hug. Lin froze for a split second, but then returned the hug with equal force. "I was so scared for you. You could've died, Riko."

"I know, but you saved me, Chief." They pulled away. "So when can I start training with you again?"

"Don't start being a smartass now. It'll be weeks still before you return to training." Lin replied. Riko pouted, trying to hide her smile.

"Hey! When are you gonna come greet us?!" Tonraq yelled.

Riko giggled. "Grandpa! Grandma!" She walked her way over to them and her buff grandpa pulled her into a bear hug similar to Bolin. She happily swung her arms around him. She looked at Senna and motioned her over. The lady smiled and joined in their bear hug. They laughed, finally reunited with their granddaughter.

All the while Riko greeted her family, Asami and Korra were happily snapping pictures of the event with a bulky camera.

Korra and Asami stood on either side of Riko as Senna brought out the birthday cake from the kitchen. They turned the lights off as the candles on the cake brightened the room. Tonraq was standing at the camera, waiting to take the perfect shot.

He took a picture as Senna kissed Riko's cheek after setting down the cake in front of her. Another picture as Riko smiled cheekily at him, with Korra and Asami hugging her on either side. Then another when they kissed her cheeks at the same time, making her blush in embarrassment. Lastly, when Riko blew out the candles on the cake. Tonraq was thoroughly enjoying himself and began taking pictures of everyone else. He turned back to Riko at the sound of her giggle and smiled. He hurried to take the picture. Korra had placed a bit of icing on Asami's nose and licked it off right as her father snapped a shot of them. They blushed in embarrassment and he continued taking pictures. It soon turned into a slideshow of Korra licking Asami's nose, blushing in embarrassment, which turned to anger, to attacking her father and the camera.

Riko laughed until she almost fell out of her chair, which Senna grabbed and set back down.

"Korra, stop!" Asami yelled. She sighed as her wife began to wrestle with her dad in the middle of the living room in front of everyone. Soon it became a match. People were taking sides of who was gonna win. Kohaku slid up to Riko. "Wanna make a bet?"

Riko smirked without taking her eyes off of the fight. "How much?"

"10 yuans that Korra wins." He replied.

Riko smirked even harder and agreed to the bet. "You're so on!"

He smirked and began roaming around the room to take other people's bets.

Somehow Korra had managed to get on top of Tonraq and held his wrists at bay.

"C'mon grandpa!" Riko cheered. Korra looked back, stunned. Tonraq used that to his advantage and flipped Korra off of him, tackling her into the ground. Korra growled and kicked him at the hips to keep him off of her. As soon as she put her arms back to try to stand up, Tonraq jumped on her. He held her down by her arms. It was futile at this point. Korra was pinned. He smirked and helped her up. People around the room groaned, having lost a bet. It seemed more people had thought Korra was going to win. But that's not always true just because she's the Avatar. Riko knew her grandfather was going to win. He was just stronger, bulkier. Kohaku drudged up to her, handing her 20 yuans. He still had made a lot of money, though.

Korra ruffled her hair. "You bet against me?!"

"Yep. Grandpa is just stronger in that aspect."

Korra pouted and Tonraq sat down with them. "So when are you going to make another trip to the South?! You haven't visited in a long time now!"

Riko looked at her ma who was still pouting. "Pretty pretty pleaseeeeeee Korra?!"

Korra huffed. "I understand that we haven't been to the South Pole in a while, but Riko you're in no condition to travel. Even if you could, the cold would hinder your healing. I'm sorry Dad, but it's just gonna have to wait a few months."

Riko pouted and crossed her arms. Tonraq spoke up before she could respond. "You're right, Korra. Please just visit as soon as everyone is feeling up to it."

Korra smiled and nodded back at him.

Kohaku and Nami pulled Riko away from the adults to go play some party game of pin the tail on the sky bison.