Thank you everyone for your patience again, I'm glad you're liking the fic still despite the darkness that comes. I can promise in the future things will get better, but I can't give away too much can I?
This chapter Korra starts off with a nightmare, one that doesn't make sense and then some sexy time with Asami for a treat. Afterwards we will go into the plan in finding the accomplice, no flashback this go round. I will warn you though, hints of death are involved in this dream. Read along to find out more.
I don't own Legend of Korra.
Enjoy!
Dream scene:
It was dark all around, the air was thin, thick with smoke coming from all directions. The strong smell made her sick, her eyes burned from the haze, each breath she took made her lungs feel like they were on fire. She waved her hand trying to summon some air, but it was fruitless. She walked further, to wherever she could find an opening, but smoke surrounded her like a black cloak.
"NOOOOO!" she heard someone scream out.
"H-Hello…" she coughed. "Who's…who's there?"
"AAGHH!" a scream of terror made her jump back, so far she lost her footing and her knees hit the ground.
"EEEAYAAAGH!" she screamed in pain, quickly getting up as fast as she could. Looking down she saw her pants were scorched, and her skin was turning a nasty red, forming blisters. The sand, it was hotter than a desert in summer, it burned her! She covered her mouth with both hands and started to run, until she suddenly collided with a hard wall, and it broke from the impact.
"Stop! Stop it please they're only children!" she heard a man's voice pleading.
"Shut up old man!" something was knocked down, it landed with a heavy thud.
"I-I beg you…he's not here, we don't know where he is…please don't hurt them!" the room heated up suddenly, and the smell of burning wood hit her nose.
"S-Sir…he has a point, they're just kids…" someone else spoke up.
"We have our orders from the Fire Lord, no survivors." Some heavy footsteps were heard, and she heard some faint crying in the background. She also heard sniffling, and a few tiny pleas for someone to help.
"D-Don't…!" the man's voice from before cried out again. Looking up, her left eye was swelling and her vision was slightly blurred, but she saw a tall man, covered in black and red armor standing in front of a group, but she couldn't make out the faces.
"L-Leave them alone…!" she tried to call out, but no one seemed to hear her. Two other men in red and black armor held down an old man, a man wearing an orange robe with a long white beard, bald, wearing a wooden pendant.
"Kill them now, if he's not here then we clean up the rest." The largest one raised his hand, and a bright rush of flame surrounded the room.
End dream scene.
"NOOO!" Korra sat upright fast in the bed, awaking the sleeping woman next to her suddenly as she began to breathe heavily, clutching at her throat and gasping.
"Korra?!" Asami quickly turned on a lamp on her nightstand, and gently wrapped her arms around her panicky girlfriend. "Korra, Korra it's ok, breathe, with me in and out, come on in and out." Korra heard the words and she did as told, wiping her forehead drenched with sweat.
"I-I…fire…s-smoke…"
"What?" Asami smoothed Korra's damp bangs back from her face.
"There was a fire…smoke…"
"Whoa now, easy, easy…" Asami started to rub at her back. "Take another deep breath." Korra did so. "Now, was it a nightmare?"
"It…It was, but something was off…I don't understand…"
"Hey, it was just a nightmare, it's ok." Korra felt herself be pulled into her girlfriend's arms, placing her head on Asami's shoulder as she kept whispering reassuring words to her until her breathing evened out. Korra pulled away just a bit but let Asami hold her close enough to where a few kisses were placed on her face and neck.
"I'm sorry…I'm sorry I just, it was just so real…"
"It wasn't Zaheer was it?" Korra shook her head.
"No, no it was…somewhere and it was burning, and then…" Korra couldn't bring herself to bring up the horrors she'd seen, she swallowed a lump in her throat. "I need to get up, I can't go back to sleep yet." Asami glanced over at the clock on the wall.
"It's almost three, how about some tea?"
"Tea's fine, just hope we don't wake the others." She was referring to Mako and Bolin's family, they still lived in a bigger part of the mansion but the first rooms weren't too far from the kitchens.
"Ok, come with me." Asami climbed out of bed with Korra, pulled on her robe and held her hand out for Korra to grab. They strolled quietly through the halls until they made it downstairs; Asami put the kettle on and prepped the tea, while Korra took a seat near the bar.
"You didn't have to get up with me Asami…" Asami turned to her.
"I know, but I wanted to because I hate seeing you upset especially after a nightmare." She put the box of tea, lavender chamomile, down on the counter. "You would do the same for me."
"I would, I would stay up all night if it made you feel better. I just…this one doesn't make sense."
"Do you think it has something to do with the battle, against that colossus?" Korra shrugged.
"It could, but why would it be a nightmare about fire and a hot ground? The only brightness that day was from that spirit beam, that's all."
"Fire and hot ground?"
"I remember, I smelled smoke and it was so much I couldn't breathe, and then when I fell onto the ground it felt like I stumbled into some hot coals or something." Asami's eyebrows rose slightly.
"That is odd…what else do you remember?" Korra swallowed hard again.
"Screaming…begging, a man was begging for some kids to be spared…"
"Kids?" Asami covered her mouth with a slight gasp. "And this just came out of the blue?" Korra nodded. "You should probably talk to Tenzin; I mean this could just be a random nightmare but it wouldn't hurt to ask him."
"Yeah, but I'll wait he's got enough to deal with as it is. If this happens again I'll speak to him." She sighed and rubbed her eyes.
"Good, I don't want you keeping this to yourself." Asami walked over to Korra and hugged her. Korra relaxed easily in the hug, until she felt warm lips kissing her neck and up to her ear. The avatar moaned, holding Asami against her as the kisses continued, and then gasped when those pale hands grabbed at her waist and rear.
"Asami…?" Korra's face heated up, getting a cool kiss to her cheek.
"It's been a while since we've had any alone time like this, I think we could both use a little relief don't you?" the CEO went back to kissing tanned skin, and Korra couldn't hold back the moans when those same hands went under her shirt and into her pants. Asami's first hand went around and began to grope at Korra's chest, playing with her boobs and pinching her nipples until they hardened. Pulling back quickly Asami lifted Korra's top up to show those perfect mounds and leaned down to suck the nipple. Korra couldn't hold back the whines, it felt so good her entire body was on fire; her nether region was tingling with arousal, and Asami must've sensed it because her other hand came around and cupped her sex.
"A-Ahh…Asami…" Korra started kissing Asami's own pale skin but the CEO pushed her back.
"No, this is about you right now. Come on, up on the counter." Korra didn't need to be told twice, she pushed herself up and back, until she was full seated on the edge. "Ok, let's get rid of these…" Asami quickly pulled down Korra's pajama pants and underwear, getting a full view of her glistening cunt. "Oh wow, just a few kisses and touches, and you're drenched already."
"L-Like you said…it's been a while…" Korra opened her legs a little.
"Then I doubt this will take long…" Asami licked her lips and leaned in to lap at Korra's entrance. She focused on the lips, avoiding the clit until she heard Korra grip the edges of the counter, and went to fully suck the little nub.
"Oooh…ohhh spirits…Aasami…" Korra's head went back as a wave of pleasure washed over her, her hand moved to grab at Asami's head as it intensified. Her tongue moved against her expertly, and Korra yelped when she felt a finger enter inside.
"Mmmm…" Asami's moans vibrated on Korra's clit, oh it felt so good! The finger was joined by another, pushing in and out as Korra felt her peak rise higher and higher. Asami's other hand reached up to play with Korra's breasts again, and one little pinch of her nipple made the avatar come. She cried out with the tea kettle covering up her screams, Asami drank up the juices like a sweet treat before pulling back to wipe at her mouth.
"Ooh…" Korra caught her breath, Asami leaned up to kiss her lips. "That…that was amazing…"
"So short, you came undone in a matter of minutes." Korra gave a playful glare.
"You weren't in a teasing mood this time, but who knows? I'll return the favor…" Korra went to pull at her girlfriend's robe, but Asami pulled away to take the whistling tea kettle off the stove. She took out two cups and poured the hot water in, getting their cups ready after adding a little sugar and honey to both.
"Here." Asami passed Korra her cup. "You should put your pants back on, wouldn't want anyone to see you half nude." Korra gave her a look.
"B-But don't you want to…?" Asami touched her wrist.
"We still need to sleep, you need to rest, let's finish the tea and get back to bed. And in a few hours…" she leaned into whisper in Korra's hear. "You can serve me breakfast in bed." Korra's entire face lit up like a firecracker.
The next day:
"Good morning avatar, aren't you in a chipper mood today?" Korra arrived at the police station to check in with Lin, and she dare say she had a bit of a spring in her step when she entered the woman's office.
"I guess I am, but I won't bore you with the details." Lin laid back in her chair.
"Well, I'm glad at least one person is having a decent morning so far." Korra stared at the woman.
"Is everything ok, wait, no, of course not sorry." The avatar felt some guilt pile up inside, while she and Asami had a good early morning, others around them weren't doing so well. The citizens were in disarray and living in camps after losing their homes in the battle, the vines were still acting up so most of the areas were closed off, the police were scattered about trying to find Nan's accomplice and maintain order, even the airbenders were being overworked.
"It's fine kid, we all need a little light in our lives even with all this." Lin sighed. "How is Asami?"
"She's doing better, thanks."
"The funeral arrangements?"
"Mostly finished, it'll be a small, private ceremony open only to few friends and some family." By family Korra meant herself, Mako, Bolin, Tenzin, Pema, the children, and probably Lin and Kya for moral support. Asami being an only child, along with both her parents, had no extended family to reach out to so it would be a handful of people.
"Let me know the date when you can, I'll be there for her."
"Thanks chief, so, any updates so far?"
"Afraid not, but Zhu Li and Bolin are working with a sketch artist to find this guy. Su and the others have left, but Su is going to come back around after Junior gets settled in."
"She wants to go at Nan again?"
"I'd believe so, but she's agreed to keep out of the investigation unless we call her, and we keep her informed of whatever we find out."
"Raiko threatened her didn't he?" Lin nodded.
"They spoke yesterday before she left. He still has doubts about Kuvira not being involved, but he's admitted this is all too strange to just brush off. He told Su to let us handle the investigation, and he'll speak with the other world leaders as soon as we get more evidence." Now that was a bit odd.
"He's acting like he actually cares…" Lin snorted.
"The elections are coming up in a few weeks, no other candidates signed up yet but he's trying to put on a good face for the people. I'd keep that under wraps though, we don't need to cause problems right now." Korra nodded.
"Agreed, but has anything else come up with Nan? Her condition? Has anyone come forth about her?"
"Not yet, the healers have said she's doing fine physical wise, give it another week of rest and she'll be good to transport to her new cell."
"Platinum?" Lin gave a small smirk.
"Can you think of anything better?" Korra shrugged. "Korra, between you and me, I don't want Su too involved with this."
"I can imagine why, she's too close to the facts."
"That and if she gets near Nan again I doubt you or I will be able to stop her. Which is why I'm asking you to let me handle the talking if she asks questions, and I don't know what you spoke with Junior about, but don't tell me. Just keep your head up, and don't go after Raiko if he pisses you off ok?"
"I can promise to be level-headed, but Raiko, I can't say."
"Just try, I don't want to get a call to arrest the avatar, again."
"No problem there, are Bolin and Zhu Li here?"
"Interrogation room six, wait until they come out first. Oh, and Korra?"
"Yeah?" Lin leaned forward on her desk.
"I would consider going to speak with Zaheer again, and if possible, take Tenzin with you. See if he's found out anything we can use." Korra looked unsure but nodded.
"I'll wait you guys put the bolo out on this mystery man, then I'll pick a time to go see him."
"You can wait until after the funeral if you wish, whenever is good for you. Also, don't discuss the details with anyone outside those who already know, I don't need to tell you how delicate this is right now."
"Right, anything else chief?"
"No, go and see your friends." Korra gave a little bow and left out the door. It didn't take long to find the right interrogation room, so she waited outside until Bolin and Zhu Li came out.
"Ok, this looks good the chief will have fliers made and hopefully we'll find this man soon." They came out with a middle-aged officer, holding a sketch pad.
"Hope so, every second counts." Zhu Li spoke and then spotted Korra. "Oh, Korra hello."
"Korra!" Bolin went up to hug her, which she returned. "Oh man, you look good."
"Thanks, you too, Zhu Li. You guys done with your meeting?" they nodded.
"Excuse me, I must get this ready." The officer/sketch artist left in a hurry, leaving the three alone.
"I'm glad you came today Korra, I wanted to ask how things are going so far with the investigation?" Zhu Li adjusted her glasses.
"So far the same, no leads yet, Lin doesn't want it spoken of too much." Korra looked down and saw the engagement ring on the former assistant's finger. "I heard the news, congratulations."
"Thank you, I know it seems a bit odd for me to be marrying Varrick but…"
"Oh, not odd at all, honestly I can't imagine a better person to keep Varrick in line." They all laughed. "Have you started making plans yet?"
"We were thinking a ceremony on Air Temple Island, Varrick is going to talk with Tenzin later. We're thinking maybe next week, Varrick is already having plans made for the food, the guests, even my dress." The woman blushed.
"The dress is your thing though right? I hope he's at least letting you give input."
"He is, I've already picked out a gown but I have to hide it from him." Korra laughed. "You will be there right?"
"Oh yes, no problems. A wedding will give everyone something happy to look forward to, we could all use a little happiness right now."
"Yeah, and guess what? Varrick has asked me to be the go-between? Isn't that awesome?" Bolin was beaming with joy.
"Sure is Bolin, are you certified though?"
"Got certified yesterday, Varrick rushed the paperwork but it's all set. Opal's going to be my date, the entire Beifong clan is invited too." Korra kept the smile up, a wedding might do everyone some good.
"I'm glad and listen guys…" Korra took a breath. "Don't say anything about the case to anyone ok? Nothing above the details we already know, Lin wants this kept down until we get more concrete evidence."
"Our lips are sealed Korra, don't worry. Right Bolin?" Zhu Li nudged him.
"Right, I know I'm normally bad with secrets but I can hold onto this. Hey, Zhu Li don't you have to meet Varrick? At the caterer's?"
"Yeah, do you want to join us Korra? Bolin?" Korra held up her hands.
"Thanks for the invite, but I'm going to go see Mako and then I'm meeting with Asami later. I'll see you later ok?" the two shared a quick hug with Korra and left the room. Korra took a minute to ponder over the facts, and then back to that nightmare. Why did she dream that? Why did it look so real, and where was it taking place? She knew it was probably nothing, but it still scared her.
It could wait though, plans were to be made, and hopefully the upcoming events would help get her mind off it all.
I hope you guys liked it, it's been a while since I've updated two fics back-to-back, this three-day weekend did me some good I guess lol. I wanted to have some good scenes considering the horrors to come, so be prepared as darker ones are ahead, but there will be some lighter chapters in between.
Next chapter we have the funeral for Hiroshi Sato, a small but brief ceremony with some tears on Asami. Korra will have another nightmare, little different from the first and then we'll either go into a scene with Tenzin, or the thing with Zaheer I don't know yet.
Comments/reviews are much appreciated!
Later!