A/N: Ok guys, thank you so much for all the reviews! You have no idea how happy they make me feel! =) Anyway, just have one more thing to say. I got a review from someone, letting me know that they didn't use rings to propose over in the Aisian cultures. So, with that said, I changed the ring, to a necklace instead. You know the necklaces they use in the Water tribe as signs of engagement. I hope you guys are okay with that. Oh and I'm very sorry that this isn't as long as the last couple. The next ones are longer. I promise. Anyway, please enjoy!

Disclaimer: I do not own Avatar, just Serenity.

I stared down at Zuko, not sure I heard him correctly. There's no way he said what I thought he said. "Um…..what?"

"Will you marry me, Serenity?" he asked, still smiling up at me.

I continued to stare at him, before glancing at the necklace. The design on the charm looked like a yin-yang symbol. How did he even know about the necklaces? "How did you….?"

Zuko continued to smile up at me as he answered. "I asked Uncle. I knew he knew all about the Water tribe, so I figured he'd know this too."

Of course. That's why Iroh looked like he knew what was going on. I stared at the necklace for a few more seconds before looking back up at him. I just couldn't believe this was happening! I mean, I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life with Zuko, but I never actually thought he'd propose!

"Serenity?" he asked, and I realized I was just standing there gawking at him.

I closed my eyes and smiled. "Yes."

"Yes?" Zuko said, and I could hear the happiness in his voice.

I opened my eyes and smiled at him. "Yes…Zuko."

His smile widened even more if that was possible, and he took the necklace out of the box, hooking it around my neck. I touched the charm, trying not to cry. I looked up and wrapped my arms around his neck, kissing him. His arms went around my waist, pulling me closer, and I couldn't help but think I was the luckiest girl in the world.

I stood in the bathroom, staring at myself in the mirror, trying to build up courage that I knew I didn't have. Sure, I could fight firebenders and other things that could likely kill me, but I couldn't talk to my….fiancé-that was weird for me to think about- about something that shouldn't really be that difficult now.

Okay Serenity. You can do this. I thought, giving my reflection a determined look, though my insides felt kind of queasy. I took a deep breath and walked out of the bathroom, and towards our room.

I had changed out of my outfit, and now wore my black pants from my Water Tribe outfit, and a black tank top. Normally I wouldn't be cold, but my nerves were acting up so much right now, I could feel goosebumps starting to pop up everywhere on my skin.

I opened the door and walked in, noticing Zuko laying on the bed. He wore just a pair of pants, which didn't make this any easier for me. He looked up when I walked in.

"Hey." he said smiling as I shut the door, and stared at the ground. I guess it worried him when I didn't answer back, because he stood up and was standing right in front of me. "Serenity what's wrong?"

"Nothing." I said quietly, refusing to look at him. I had to get courage from somewhere, but it didn't look like that was happening.

Zuko wrapped his arms around me, pulling me into a hug. "I know something's bothering you. You can't lie to me." he said, resting his chin on my head.

I closed my eyes and sucked in a breath, trying to keep my heart rate at a normal pace. Being pressed up against his bare chest normally didn't bother me anymore-not that I didn't like it- but with what I was trying to get out, this definitely wasn't helping me any.

"Its…..its nothing that's bothering me…..I just…."

He pulled back slightly to look at me, but I continued to stare at his chest. "Just what?"

I swallowed hard before speaking. "Zuko…..I…want us to be together."

"We're already together." he said smiling, taking my hand in his.

I sighed, mentally slapping myself. I hoped he would get it already, but I guess luck just wasn't on my side right now. "No I mean….I want us to really be together."

I looked up at him, as his mind seemed to try to figure out what I was talking about. He stared at me, and after a few seconds his eyes widened, and I knew he realized what I meant. "Oh…."

I blushed and looked down. "I mean….obviously if you don't want to, then that's okay."

I had been thinking about this for a while. Zuko and I had been together for a long time now, and we had pretty much decided we wouldn't ever love anyone else. So…what were we waiting for? I loved Zuko more than anything, and I wanted to show him that.

"Are you….sure?" I looked up at Zuko, who was watching me with an unreadable expression.

I smiled and nodded. "I've never been more sure about anything. I love you Zuko."

Zuko reached up, and placed his hand gently on my cheek, smiling. "I love you too Serenity." He said before leaning down and placing his lips on mine.

I kissed him back, wrapping my arms around his neck, as he turned us, leading us to the bed. All my fears from earlier vanished, and I knew tonight would be a night I would never forget.

The next morning I woke up, wrapped up in Zuko's arm. I smiled, as the memories from last night came back to me. I had never in my life imagined it would be so….amazing! There aren't any words to describe how I felt at the moment. I felt like after last night, Zuko and I had a new bond, one that would keep us together, no matter how far apart we were. Though I hoped we wouldn't ever be too far apart.

I gently lifted Zuko's arm off me, deciding it probably wouldn't be a good idea if Iroh walked in at the moment and saw us, since we hadn't bothered to get dressed. I slowly stood up, and put my clothes on, before walking out to the living room.

I wasn't surprised to see Iroh already up, cooking something on the stove. "Good morning." I said walking over to him.

Iroh looked over and smiled, and somehow I got the feeling he knew what happened last night. "Ah, good morning Serenity! Did you sleep well?"

I smiled and nodded. "Yep. And I guess I'm gonna have to start calling you Uncle soon huh?"

"You are already part of the family to me." he said smiling before turning back to his cooking, and I couldn't help but smile wider.

My life was definitely turning around for the better. But thinking about family, I couldn't help thinking about my own. What were Katara and Sokka doing right now? Supposedly they were here, in the city, but I had yet to see them. And I hadn't heard anything about my dad in years. I really hoped he was still okay. Hopefully, I'd find my brother and sister soon, and I'd be able to make sure they were alright.

I stood next to Zuko, as we watched the people in the tea shop. I couldn't believe how much success Iroh was getting from just one day of business.

"Who thought when we came to this city as refugees, that I'd end up owning my own tea shop?" Iroh asked, standing on the other side of Zuko. "Follow your passion Zuko, and life will reward you."

"Congratulations Uncle." Zuko said smiling. "And I think it already has." He smiled down at me, taking my hand, and I smiled back.

Iroh closed his eyes. "I'm very thankful."

"You deserve it. The Jasmine Dragon will be the best tea shop in the city." Zuko said and I had to agree. Iroh was probably the best tea maker in the world.

"No. I'm thankful because you and Serenity decided to share this special day with me." Iroh said smiling at us. "It means more than you know."

Zuko hugged Iroh, and I watched smiling until they pulled apart. I walked over and gave Iroh a hug too, which I think surprised him. "Congratulations….Uncle." I said smiling, as Iroh smiled back at me.

"Now lets make these people some tea!" Zuko said happily, walking to the back of the shop.

"Yes! Lets make some tea!" Iroh said, before running after Zuko.

I watched where they ran off, before looking around at everyone in the shop. Yes. Things are definitely looking better. I thought, before following the two to the back.

A/N: So what'd you think? I hope you liked it! I have some good news for you all! I've finished this whole story today! So, all I need are reviews and I can update! =D So please review and let me know what you think!