From here on out, your still free to suggest anything, but I'm going to keep it short with this one line. I hope you enjoy.
Air Temple Island: Sasuke's Room, Morning…
Sasuke was laid out in bed. His torso was wrapped in bandages and he had a washcloth on his forehead. Asami, who was by his bed side, noted that he was resting peacefully. She was currently taking a fresh washcloth out of a pot of cold water.
She put the one on his forehead in the pot before placing the cold one on his forehead. Mako stood at the open doorway and closed his eyes before moving on down the hallway to check on Korra and Bolin.
Korra's Room
Korra was resting peacefully and in much better shape than Sasuke; however, this didn't stop Bolin from staying by her side ever since they returned. After making sure they were okay, Mako once again moved on.
Outside
Mako stood outside and took a deep breath before letting his Swift Release flow. "I may not have been able to do anything, but if their injuries are anything to go by, then I need to keep training to become a better Shinobi and bender."
His mind turned to Zabuza. "Other Shinobi are no joke." He began running around the island about half as fast as your average Chunin so faster than your average Genin. "I need to continue to improve, so I can do something when I am there."
So, Mako planned on spending that mourning training. Korra and Sasuke already had someone looking after them meaning this was a better use of his time than sitting around waiting for them to wake.
With Shisui
The Uchiha watched from a tree as Mako started training before turning his attention to the city. "Sasuke… there's something special about you, but given the state it left you in, it likely won't be of any use in securing the city. With everything that's going on, true war is on the horizon."
Shisui closed his eyes and began steadying himself for what he was sure to come.
Tenzin and Lin's Room
The parents and Kanan walked in to find Soren sleeping in a chair nearby while Yun and Jin were in the bed doing the same. They walked over with Lin sitting on the bed and Tenzin putting a hand on Soren's shoulder rousing the three kids. Kanan stood nearby.
"Dad, mom, and big brother, you're all home." Jin stated. "Is Korra okay?"
"Not to worry." Lin stated. "Sasuke hurt himself a lot to do it, but he got her back."
"Oh no, Sasuke Sensei is hurt?" Soren questioned concerned.
"Don't worry about Sasuke." Kanan stated. "The guys as tough as they come, and he'll make a full recovery."
Yun hugged Lin. "Well, I'm glad they're both back because I was scared."
Lin hugged her daughter back. "Don't worry because everything's going to be fine now."
Sasuke's Mindscape
Sasuke appeared on a grassy field and under a tree there sat the humanoid figure of Raava exactly as she looked whenever she came into the world. As rare as that was these days. He approached Raava and stood across from her.
"Well, it's been awhile since I was…" Sasuke began.
Raava interrupted him. "Sasuke Uchiha, what were you thinking by not listening to me?"
Sasuke had no remorse for his actions. "I don't regret using your power no matter what it did to me. I wasn't going to let Tarrlock get away no matter the cost. Korra is one of the people that means everything to me."
"I know.: Raava sighed calming down after hearing that. "It was still extremely reckless of you to do what you did Sasuke. You weren't ready for my power, but you drew it out anyways. Despite what you may think, our merger isn't 100% complete."
"Hm, what do you mean?" Sasuke asked.
"I mean that I was never meant to be able to exist outside of you." Raava stated. "The Sage of Six Paths intended for us to only communicate as we normally do; however, he didn't account for the darkness that still lingered in your heart preventing a full merger.
You may have picked a different path after your fight with Naruto, but the darkness in your heart wouldn't just go away. As such, I knew of only one way to complete the process. Around the time of Harmonic Convergence, you can open the two spirit portals.
On that day, when they connect, you can touch it merging us as one. Until then, my light will cause damage to you just like it did today. This mark you now have isn't one that will get any easier with time. It needs the energy of that day, then training to master it, to be complete."
"I understand, but if the power is needed, I will use it." Sasuke stated. "I will not deny any power that will help me protect those who are becoming precious to me."
Raava sighed. "Just promise me it will be an absolute last resort until our merger is complete. I know it may sound odd, but in all the time we've been together, I've come to care a great deal about you. Like how a mother would their son. I don't like to see you hurt."
Sasuke nodded. "Alright Raava, I promise to hold back on using the power, until that day, unless it's absolutely necessary."
Raava nodded. "Good." She sighed relieved. "I'm just glad you didn't take this Curse Mark variation…"
"Actually, I was thinking of calling it a Bless Mark since there were no negatives besides the pain." Sasuke stated.
"Right, I'm just glad you didn't take the Bless Mark to Stage Two or Three. If you had, you might have died back on that mountain." Raava stated.
"I see." Sasuke stated. "Well, I'll make doubly sure to avoid trying to take it further than stage 1, but I won't forbid myself from using them. For all I know, there could be an enemy that even Stage One doesn't cut it against."
"Yes, I'm aware you'd say that." Raava shook her head.
"Raava, is there something you aren't telling me?" Sasuke asked. "I mean, you refused to tell me anything before yet here you are telling me more about Harmonic Convergence when a much simpler explanation would have done."
"Sasuke…" Raava sighed. "There should be no problems or anything for you to worry about. If you just focus on opening the portals sometime before the convergence, and using it to complete the merger, then everything should be fine."
"Should be?" Sasuke questioned.
"Look, I promise I'll explain things if they matter or after Harmonic Convergence." Raava declared. "Until such time, I ask that you trust I'm not telling you things for good reasons."
"Alright, I hear you." Sasuke stated. "Since you can't tell me why Harmonic Convergence is a touchy subject, can you explain why I was able to summon a hawk spirit. I'll be honest, I was hoping Garuda would come and expecting nothing."
"I believe that spirit, Glace, reacted with your contract." Raava explained. "You may no longer have it, but your name is forever ingrained on it. The Snake Contract as well. As it so happens, you got lucky by summoning Glace.
I would not tempt fate by summoning a snake spirit as they are not as helpful as the hawk. If you can, I'd work out a deal with Glace to become your summon. Having the ability to fly would be helpful and he was effective in stalling Amon on that mountain after you passed out."
"Really?" Sasuke nodded. "When I have the time, I'll see what I can manage."
"Good, now rest well Sasuke." Raava stated.
"Wait, are you mad at me Raava?" Sasuke asked.
Raava shook her head. "I was just extremely worried."
At that moment, the mindscape was washed with light taking Sasuke away.
Dining Room, Lunch Time…
Sasuke and Korra came to soon and were led into the dining room by Asami and Bolin respectively. For the time being, since there was still some pain that needed to heal naturally, Sasuke kept the bandages on while putting his shirt and flak jacket back on.
The brother and sister now sat at a table with Tenzin, Lin, Kanan, Bolin, Mako, Shisui, and Asami as they ate. Sasuke wasn't nearly as hungry as Korra who ate a lot of the food Lin had prepared for them and rather quickly.
"Slow down Korra." Sasuke chided. "The food isn't going anywhere, and no one here is going to take it from us."
"Sorry old man." Korra stated sarcastically. "Lin's food is amazing, and I'm starving."
"Look, I realize you two went through a lot, but we need to know what happened." Tenzin stated.
"First off, Tarrlock isn't who he says he is." Korra stated. "He says he's Yakone's son and is certain the guy's dead."
"That raises the question of who the Yakone leading the Red Monsoons is, but it does explain why Tarrlock can blood bend without the full moon." Lin reasoned.
"I suppose it's my turn to explain something." Sasuke showed off the white tomoe. "This is Raava's power integrating and becoming something familiar to my body. It's like the Curse Mark except without a lot of the negatives and I've named it a Bless Mark."
"That makes sense, but what about the damage to your body?" Shisui asked.
"When I was facing Tarrlock, my emotions and desire to find my sister skyrocketed granting me this power in response to his blood bending." Sasuke stated. "Raava revealed that the mark was supposed to appear after Harmonic Convergence and the great change it brings."
"Given what we heard about your past, it makes sense why it'd appear early given who you are." Mako stated.
"So, Sasuke arrived with Tarrlock in tow and rescued Korra?" Bolin questioned.
"Not exactly." Sasuke stated. "I was in bad shape, but I managed to get Korra out of the basement before a Shinobi, Mangetsu, appeared using one of the seven swords. He knocked me through a wall, and I was out of commission."
"Tarrlock had some difficulty, but after Sasuke was knocked out, he stood." Korra stated. "He said that he may have loathed Sasuke and I, but he hated Amon more. It was enough that he was willing to let us escape while he held back the Equalists and this Mangetsu."
"I'd wager, with how many there were and how bad a condition he was in, that they captured the councilman." Sasuke added.
"Amon's either taken Tarrlock's bending by now or he's waiting to make a spectacle out of it for his fellow Equalists." Asami stated.
Tenzin and Lin looked at each other before the air bending master sighed. "This is very disturbing news. No doubt Amon was there to take out Tarrlock, and the fact that he almost caught the Avatar… I fear Amon is entering his end game."
The others all looked at one another.
Courtyard
Tenzin, Lin, and Kanan walked outside.
"Alright, what's the game plan mom and dad?" Kanan asked.
"The plan is that I'm going to meet with the council while your mother will rally her men together." Tenzin stated. "With everything that is happening, decisive action needs to be taken."
"It's about time Airhead." Lin stated with a smile. "I mean, I love you, but it has taken awhile before you decided on this."
"I had to be sure Dear." Tenzin stated.
"So, I guess I'm going with mom then or do you need me to protect dad just in case?" Kanan asked.
"Actually, we need you to do neither." Lin stated. "You're staying here because you've proven yourself a great fighter and a better man."
Tenzin nodded. "Your mother and I have seen how you've grown son. For the longest time, we thought you were still a child, but you've proven us wrong multiple times. Now, we're counting on you to keep your siblings safe."
Kanan smiled warmly at his parents before hugging them. "I'll keep my sibling safe. That's a promise." He pulled back. "That said, you two need to stay safe out there as well."
Tenzin nodded. "The same goes for you. Just because we admit you're a man now doesn't mean we aren't going to worry about you."
"Don't you dare forget all your training if anything goes down." Lin added.
"I won't." Kanan stated.
Lin and Tenzin walked away heading for Oogi.
Republic City: City Hall
Tenzin had dropped Lin off at the station before heading to City Hall. He landed on the roof and made his way towards the door that led inside only to be jumped by three Equalists disguised as window washers.
Tenzin dodged the three electric bolas they threw at him before facing his assailants. He sent out a gust of wind only for his hands to be caught by two of the Equalists. The third went to kick him, but he was able to move back just enough to avoid it.
He dodged a few more strikes before creating an air vortex that lifted him into the air and spun the two Equalists holding him out. The third was knocked out while the first two were flung to another roof allowing Tenzin to lower himself back to the roof.
The assistant to the council came running out. "Oh, I'm so relieved to see you."
"The other council members, are they alright?" Tenzin asked.
"I'm afraid not." The assistant stated. "I just received a call from Chief Beifong. They've all be captured."
Tenzin was shocked. "This can't be happening."
"The leadership of Republic City is in your hands now." The assistant stated.
Just then, explosions began going off across the city. From there vantage point, Tenzin and the assistant could make out earth, fire, and water bending being used as far as they could see. The Equalist air ships flying in didn't help matters at all.
Air Temple Island
Kanan stared worriedly at the city as from there you could see the explosions and the Equalist's air ships. This racket also drew the White Lotus out and Kanan's siblings.
Kanan looked at his siblings firmly. "Alright you guys, time to head inside."
"But Kanan…" Soren tried.
"No buts." Kanan stated. "Mom and dad entrusted me with your safety, so get inside." His face softened. "Please."
The three youngest looked at one another before nodded and walking inside as Team Uchiha Avatar and Shisui came out.
"We heard explosions." Korra stated. "What's going on?"
"Republic City is under attack." Kanan stated. "I know all of you are going, so please make sure mom and dad are alright."
Korra and Sasuke nodded before the team ran to the boat.
Sasuke looked back at Shisui. "Stay here and help Kanan keep this place secured."
Shisui nodded firmly. "You got it."
Republic City: Streets
After retrieving their vehicles from the garages, Team Uchiha Avatar was speeding off down the streets heading for the police station. Sasuke took lead and gave them a police escort.
Police Station: Operations Room
Lin stood in the center of the room with her men trying to coordinate the counterattack, but they were running into problems as Amon had planned his attack to stretch her men and divide attention everywhere.
"Chief, Air Unit 7 was taken out by an Equalist's airship. They've crashed into the water."
"Send an available river rescue unit." Lin ordered.
"Chief, all river rescue ships have been sabotaged."
Lin gripped the table tightly out of frustration. "The Equalists." Tenzin entered the room and Lin was relieved. "Councilman Tenzin, they didn't get you."
"No, I'm alright Chief Beifong." Tenzin stated relieved she was here. "Unfortunately, I'm the only council member left. What's the status?"
"Amon's launched several attacks simultaneously stretching my men to their limits, and they've sabotaged many of our most important units leaving them as easy pickings." Lin declared. "Even with our new armor, my men are only faring so well out there."
Tenzin rubbed his beard in thought before nodding. "I need to send a wire to the general, and his lieutenant, of the United Forces."
"Councilman, your wire was sent."
"Chief, the phones have just gone dead."
Lin and Tenzin looked at each other in shock as the alarms blared signaling the power shutting down. Lin got them flashlights which was helpful to see the knockout gas being fed through the vents. The chief closed them with her bending only for more smoke to come from the door.
"We need to evacuate immediately." Tenzin declared. "Everyone, stay close to me."
Tenzin created a sphere of air around the small group they had and walked them out of the building. The building was otherwise empty.
Outside
They came out into the fresh air only to be confronted by several mecha tanks. One of the tanks held up a magnet, but there was far too little, exposed metal on their new uniforms to really pull in the five remaining metal benders.
One of the mecha tanks shot out a cable aiming for the non-benders who'd been in the operations room, but Tenzin air bent it away before beginning to blast air at a tank pushing it back. He moved forward after it.
Lin looked at her men. "All non-benders inside. If you're a metal bender, work to take those tin cans down."
Like Kanan's, Lin's uniform retained an extra weapon as she kept enough metal to form her blade. She did just that and jumped onto a mecha tank before stabbing at it forcing this one to back away with her on it.
The remaining 4 officers began earth bending the biggest chunks of earth they could and hammering them home into the mecha tanks. They weren't going down without a fight, and together they were faring well enough.
As they fought, there were signs that all was not going as well in Republic City. Police Airships were falling out of the sky, there were no more sirens, explosions were lessoning, and the sound of combat throughout the city was quieting.
At least things were about to get a whole lot better for the people at the station as a siren cut through the growing silence. Sasuke rounded the corner followed by the rest of Team Uchiha Avatar in the car.
The Uchiha put space between him and the car before purposely spinning his bike out and lunging off it to land safely. The bike spun along the ground before crashing into the mecha tank Tenzin was fighting and exploding taking it out.
Asami stepped on the gas as Bolin created a ramp that she launched off. The team jumped out of the car letting it crash into and explode against a mecha tank which got another mecha tank in the crossfire.
Three tanks down and a fourth added to that total with Lin disabling the one she was working on. One of the mecha tanks shot a cable at Mako, but the metal benders shot out their cables and used earth bending to hold it back.
Mako used this chance to generate lighting. "Let it go!"
The cops did and he fired on the machine with a large burst disabling it. Korra bent up some water to her side and charged another mecha tank. She dodged its cable and ran up the ramp using it to jump over the machine. She bent her water into its exhaust totaling it.
Bolin came in tripping it up with his earth bending. Asami and Sasuke ran at the last one which Tenzin had switched to blasting back. They ran past the master with Sasuke grabbing and throwing Asami at it.
A cable was shot out, but Sasuke threw a kunai hard enough to displace its directory. Asami landed on the robot and placed her Equalist's glove on it letting the voltage run wide until the machine was down. She then jumped down and moved to join everyone as they reconvened.
Korra looked at Tenzin and Lin "Is everyone alright?"
"We're about as good as can be expected given what's happened to the city and my men, but at least four of my benders and five technicians made it out." Lin stated.
Tenzin said, "We are grateful you came when you did. There's no telling how the battle might have unfolded without you."
Mako was staring in the direction of the island. "Uh guys, look."
They all did and saw an Equalist airship closing in on it.
"Oh no." Tenzin and Lin stated.
Lin looked at her men. "Saikhan, take our non-bender technicians and the remaining men. Go underground for the time being."
"Yes chief, but where are you going?" Saikhan asked.
"I'm going to make sure my family is safe." Lin stated.
Air Temple Island
The hatch opened revealing Kyoshi Warrior, Mangetsu, and a large squad of Chi Blockers. A cable was shot out and latched onto the island. It was then used by the main force to get onto the island itself. The White Lotus sprang into action to take them on as the first line of defense.
Kanan and Shisui looked at the airship with the Uchiha saying, "Well, this isn't good."
"Tell me something I don't know Shisui." Kanan stated.
"The Fire Nation makes surprisingly good ramen." Shisui retorted.
"I was being rhetorical." Kanan returned.
Shisui nodded. "I know, but I was trying to lighten the mood."
Still, they held their ground as they were the last line of defense between them and Kanan's younger siblings. Of course, a second airship had to arrive deploying more chi blockers to begin overwhelming the White Lotus. Finally, Mangetsu and Kyoshi Warrior entered the fray.
Mangetsu, Kyoshi Warrior, and a squad of Chi Blockers made it to the Uchiha and Kanan with Mangetsu wielding the twin swords Kiba. Kanan shot out his cables catching two of the soldiers, smashing their heads together, and throwing them away.
Shisui activated his Sharingan and used Body Flicker aiming for the one who he knew was the most trouble. He appeared behind Mangetsu while imbuing his blade with lighting nature and struck with his tanto aiming for the Mist Shinobi.
Mangetsu blocked the blade with his two. Kanan bent earth pillars underneath the Equalist soldiers knocking them away. As Kyoshi Warrior drew close, he deployed his shield blocking her fans.
Shisui grunted before vanishing. "Afterimage Clones."
In his place, several Shisui appeared around the area attacking not only the other grunts but going for Mangetsu who was skilled enough to block him. Kanan and Kyoshi Warrior fought it out. It was at this point that the children decided to get involved.
Jin flew in on his glider and landed to Mangetsu's left as Shisui locked blades with him. "Stay away from our brother and the funny Uchiha!"
The young air bender sent out air that knocked him into the air, but Mangetsu was able to recover. He flipped to his feet and landed safely on a nearby roof
Yun came in on an air sphere knocking soldiers away. "Stay off our island!"
"Yun and Jin, you need to get inside this instant." Kanan ordered.
Soren rushed onto the scene weaving hand signs and taking a deep breath. "Water Style: Water Bullet Jutsu."
Shisui had seen her and smirked as he rushed at Kyoshi Warrior kicking her into the water Jutsu. The air combined with the force sent her flying out of the area.
Kanan was impressed. "Huh, will you look at that."
As Mangetsu saw the air bison carrying more people, he decided to bide his time for now. The bison landed and the younger kids ran over to their father and mother who hugged them.
"Thank goodness you're alright." Lin and Tenzin said together.
"Of course, we are." Soren stated. "Because of our training, we were able to handle the bad guys."
The White lotus had arrived and were capturing Equalists.
Tenzin looked at Kanan. "You let them fight?"
"I tried to order them inside, but they were just too stubborn to listen." Kanan nodded. "Honestly, their teachers should be proud because they've been taught well."
Tenzin looked at Yun and Jin while Lin looked back at Sasuke who'd trained Soren. They then each looked at their children proudly.
Bolin was looking out at the city shocked. "Uh, I hate to interrupt this little family moment, but we got more air ships incoming!"
Lin and Tenzin looked at them as Korra asked. "What do you want to do?"
"I need to protect my family." Tenzin stated. "If Amon got his hands on my children… I hate to even think about it."
"I agree with you, Tenzin." Lin stated. "We got to make sure our family is safe. All of them."
Tenzin nodded before turning to Korra. "Korra, I want you and you friends to leave this island and hide for the time being."
"I'm not giving up." Korra firmly stated.
Tenzin shook his head. "I'm not asking you to. I sent word to the United Forces. They will be here soon, and once my family is safe, Lin and I will return. With reinforcements, we can turn the tide in this war."
"So, what you're saying is, we need to be patient." Korra stated.
"You're learning well." Tenzin stated with a smile as he put a hand on her shoulder.
The bisons were quickly packed, the air acolytes were ready to depart, Kanan, Lin, Yun, Jin, and Soren were on Oogi, and Tenzin stood before Korra and Sasuke.
"Sasuke, you are a young man with great knowledge and gifts." Tenzin stated. "Use them to keep Korra and your friends safe."
"I'll make sure of it, sir." Sasuke stated.
Tenzin nodded before looking at Korra. "You stay safe."
"You to." Korra stated.
"Tenzin, we need to leave now." Lin stated. "Our window is closing fast."
Tenzin nodded and air bent onto Oogi's head. "Oogi, yip yip."
Oogi and the other bison took off in different directions, but the two air ships, which arrived, took off with Mangetsu using a grappling hook to latch onto one of the air ships undetected by anyone. This left Team Uchiha Avatar and Shisui with the White Lotus.
Which was fortunate as two more airships arrived deploying more men. Chi Blockers came in ready to take them down, but the White Lotus moved to stand in front of the others ready to stop them.
A White Lotus member looked back at Korra. "Go, we'll hold them off."
Sasuke nodded. "Shisui and I can keep up with Naga, but the rest of you need to get on her now."
Naga started running with Sasuke and Shisui running along on either side of her as the White Lotus covered their escape.
The group was moving along until Bolin pointed out an assailant who'd caught up to them and was sliding down the rock face near them. "Kyoshi Warrior!"
"You guys go on ahead!" Shisui shouted.
The Uchiha sprinted forward and jumped meeting the warrior head on. Their clash resulted in both crashing to the ground.
Sasuke looked back at Shisui before closing his eyes and focusing on the matter at hand. "Go into the ocean Korra. I'll follow along on top!"
Korra nodded as Naga jumped off the dock sinking in. Korra then bent water around her and the others allowing them to breathe while the polar bear dog swam them away from the island. Sasuke followed them from above the water running along it.
Skies
Oogi was flying the family as fast as he could, but the airships were gaining on them. A net was fired with Lin preparing to stop it; however, Kanan stood tearing it down and catching the rope before it could retract.
The deputy chief stood up and looked back at his family with Lin realizing what her son was doing. "Kanan, no. If anyone's going, it'll be…"
Kanan spoke up. "It'll be me. You and dad are stronger than I ever could be, and that's the strength your other children need. Plus, you made it my job to protect my siblings." Before they could say anything, he ran along Oogi's tail. "No matter what happens, don't turn back!"
Kanan jumped off and used his cables to reel himself towards the airships. He landed on the first and began metal bending off a large section until there was an explosion in the engine. He ran from that air ship and used metal bending to help him jump to the next.
Mangetsu, who stood at the front of the airship, looked back at him before closing his eyes and nodding. No matter how much Amon wanted those people, he respected the sacrifice and would allow Kanan to do what he needed before acting.
Kanan noticed the hatch and bent it closed just so he wouldn't be interrupted as he ran along blowing out the engine of the second ship and sending it crashing to the ocean below. Just as he finished, Kanan registered Mangetsu running at him.
The Shinobi went for a kick, but Kanan deployed his right shield blocking him. The deputy chief knew it was a useless endeavor considering Shinobi could walk on water, but Kanan would be dammed if he went out like that.
The Shinobi and metal bender began duking it out with Mangetsu merely buying time until the ship crashed into the ocean. The Shinobi used his Chakra control to stand on the water before slamming his foot into the submerging metal bender.
Kanan went unconscious, and Mangetsu picked his body out of the water. On Oogi, Kanan's family had seen what happened. Lin clenched her fist and closed her eyes as a few tears slipped by. Yun and Jin looked at the saddle sadly. Soren stood up proudly letting the tears run.
"Kanan said he wasn't as strong as you and mom, dad, but Kanan is just as strong as you two." Soren stated.
Tenzin sadly looked forward. "Yes, he is."
The sky bison continued to fly on despite how badly Tenzin wanted to turn back.
Air Temple Island
Shisui and the Kyoshi Warrior squared off, but the Shinobi merely smiled. "Well, my job is done. After all, the Avatar, Sasuke, and their friends got away. Not bad if I…"
Kyoshi Warrior lunged forward thrusting her fans into Shisui only to hit a log. This left her looking for the young Shinobi who wasn't even on the island anymore.
Sewer Pipe
Team Uchiha Avatar stared at the island sadly.
Sasuke put a hand on Korra's shoulder. "Come on, we need to get moving."
Everyone turned away, but Sasuke looked back to see Shisui standing there with a smile. "I hope you weren't planning on leaving without me?"
Sasuke gave a small smile as a little relief passed over him. That same, small amount of relief washed over everyone else as at least not everyone was gone.
"No, come on Shisui." Sasuke stated. "We all got to go."
The entire group walked into the sewer.
"Don't worry, Bolin and I know where we can lay low." Mako stated.
"Yeah, we stayed in this place a few times in between the gangs and pro-bending." Bolin nodded. "They're a great group of people that should give us sanctuary."
Air Temple Island, Night…
Kanan was forced to kneel before Amon, but he looked up at the man defiantly. A squad of chi blockers, Kyoshi Warrior, and Mangetsu stood around them.
Amon said, "Tell me where the Avatar or your family is, and I'll let you keep your bending."
"I'll never betray my friends or family" Kanan stated.
"Very well." Amon stated. "Any last words?"
"Yeah, I got a few." Kanan stated firmly. "All of you, Amon included, don't have to continue down this path you're on. You say you want equality, but all you're creating is fear. You're starting a true war that will see you facing the four nations.
Even if you win, your equality will have been built on blood. You cannot expect benders to just roll over. They will fight to the death to keep their abilities. That is not true equality. I implore you to use your powers in a more positive way before it's too late."
Kyoshi Warrior was the first to wavier followed by some of the Chi Blocker's; however, no one made a move to stop Amon from taking the deputy chief's bending.
Amon walked away from the Kanan's body. "A couple of you, along with Mangetsu, get him locked up while the rest of you accompany Kyo and I. There is somewhere we must go."
Southern Water Tribe Cultural Center, Dawn…
Amon and Kyoshi Warrior stood before the cultural center of the Southern Water Tribe. More specifically, the statue of Sokka.
Amon looked at the statue. "It is time to claim my birthrights." He turned to his men. "Spread out and secure the area. Kyo and I are entering alone."
"Yes sir!" The men declared before leaving them.
Without a word, Amon and Kyo entered the building together.
At Sea: Aboard a Ship
A tall man with brown eyes, olive skin, short black spiky hair, and a beard stood at the head of the ship. He wore black pants and a matching, long sleeved shirt with a red United Forces colored flak jacket over top.
A forehead protector with the Leaf Village's symbol was on his forehead. He also wore a sash that had the kanji for "Fire" (火) marked on it around his waist, a pair of black bangles, and bandages wrapped around the arms of his sleeves. A pair of trench knives were at his side.
The man sighed as he looked out at the rising sun only for a man with black hair, orange eyes, and well-defined build of a fighter to approach him. His attire consisted of the United Forces uniform with medals signifying him as a general.
"Thinking about your girls and kid again, Lieutenant Asuma?" The general asked. "You usually do think about them more when we're about to head into something like this.:
Asuma looked back at the young general. Most would say that it was odd Asuma stopped at lieutenant under someone younger than him, but those people just didn't understand multiple different factors. One of the most important being that he respected this young man greatly.
"I can't help it sir." Asuma shook his head. "Anyways, you shouldn't be worrying about me. The upcoming battles should be more concerning."
Iroh joined him at the rails. "Making sure my men are operating at their best is thinking about the upcoming battles. More specifically, ensuring they make it back in one piece. After the rough go you've had, you deserve this second chance at life."
"I can name 10 others who deserve more of a chance than I off the top of my head." Iroh looked at Asuma as if he were going to say something. "That said, I know this is a gift, and I'm using it as such. I promise you that, sir."
"A gift you say?" Iroh questioned. "Most men would use this chance to bow out of the fighting. You fought enough. Frankly, your using the gift better than most men I know." Iroh patted the older man's shoulder. "I'm glad you have my back."
Asuma smirked. "All things considered General, the feeling is mutual."
A soldier approached them. "General Iroh and Lieutenant Asuma, we just received word from the Avatar. She says Amon and his men have gained control of the city. How do you want to respond?"
"Tell her we will be arriving in three days' time and that we look forward to winning Republic City back together."
"This Shinobi with her, Sasuke Uchiha, make sure he knows that Asuma Sarutobi is among the soldiers arriving, and he'd like to have words with him." Asuma added.
"Yes sirs." The soldier stated.
The man left to fulfill their orders.
So, who is Amon this time? I think it's quite obvious that he's not Tarrlock's brother, but maybe their is still a relation between them beyond the familial? Of course, I would think more along the South than the North, but that is just me.
You know what, if any of you guess it, you can have a bakers dozen of cyber cookies.
Axl:Great chapters as always, Enjoyed the bell test moment and Sasuke saving Korra even though he was badly injured.
Quillion9000: It's always nice to get a review from you. Glad you liked the chapter.