Aang motioned the gang to run to Appa while he would go back for Gai. Katara didn't like that idea but she gave in cause Aang was the fastest of them and could get Gai and carry him to safety faster. They couldn't leave him paralyzed on the ground even if he was the enemy. Team Avatar climbed onto Appa while Aang made a dash for Gai. But he was too late. The Planet Eater had wrapped one of its tentacles around Gai which caused his body to be covered in wounds. Gai cried out in extreme pain as he died. Aang couldn't watch he turned his head horrified by the power this monster had. It began to walk towards Appa. It wanted to kill team Avatar. Aang rushed forward and swung his arms for Sokka to hurry up and make Appa fly like the wind. Sokka listened even though he wasn't sure how Aang was going to get on board. Aang leaped into the air with air bending and threw his glider up above him grabbed on to it and flew up into the sky. He sped up and got to Appa and landed safety in the saddle. Katara was relieved and gave Aang a sweet embrace. Suki looked behind her and saw the Planet Eater destroy the entire island. But it was moving super slow so that was a good thing. It would give the gang time to prepare for its descent on Republic City. Sokka predicted The Planet Eater would land on the shores of Republic City in two days. They had only two days till doomsday.
Appa got to Republic City in record time. He seemed to sense the danger and it gave him speed. He wanted to keep the gang safe so he broke records with his flying speed. Appa landed on the ground near city hall. Toph came running. She was relieved they were ok.
"Hey twinkle toes what's up?" Toph asked. "What happened? Did you guys stop Haiko?"
"We did but we didn't" Aang said his grey eyes sad from what he was about to say. "The Planet Eater is free. It killed Haiko and Gai and It's coming here to destroy republic city and kill everyone."
"You mean there's a giant monster that has the power of that scale but amplified??!!!" Toph was scared and she never was scared. "What are we going to do? How are we going to beat it??"
"I don't know" Aang said worried. "We first have to get the team together. Where's Zuko? Is he back yet?"
"Yep he is" Toph said. "The trouble in the fire nation was because of an escaped convict combustion bender named Mushin. He was blowing up important buildings near the capital. But when Zuko found out Mushin was here he came back to Republic City. Zuko is inside city hall. I'll tell him all about this new development. What happened to Mushin?"
"I killed him..." Katara said her eyes full of sadness. She was still upset about the fact that she took Mushin's life even if he was about to kill Aang. She still let her rage get the better of her.
"Katara..." Aang said staring deeply into Katara's soulful blue eyes. "It's not your fault. You love me that's why you killed Mushin. You wanted to protect me. It's ok. I know you've never killed anybody before but I'm here for you if you need a shoulder to cry on."
Katara nodded and rested her head against her lover's. The tears flowed from her eyes and covered Aang's cheek. Aang cradled Katara's body. The two stayed like that for awhile. Their love was infectious.
"Hey lovebirds!!" Sokka said interrupting the couple. "Go home and enjoy each other for awhile. You two earned it. After all you two went through these last few weeks you deserve some time together. Me, Toph, Suki and Zuko will plan out our battle strategy. It's ok. We'll handle things until doomsday!"
"Thanks Sokka. You're the best brother in law ever." Aang was happy Sokka understood that Katara and him needed some time together because it might be their last day to make love before the final stand.
Later in their house on Air Temple Island Katara made Aang dinner. She made his favorite, a delicious tofu meal that made Aang's mouth water. She also made an egg custard tart for dessert. Momo had his own meal too. A delicious blend of all kinds of fruits and veggies. Katara made herself Arctic hen. She loved that her husband didn't care about her eating meat in front of him even though he's a vegetarian. Aang accepted Katara's love of meat because she grew up eating it with her people. Just like she accepts his eating of tofu and vegetables. But Katara did love to eat tofu too. She was just in the mood for Arctic hen. With a side of stewed sea prunes. Aang had a hard time getting use to watching Katara eat that. It looked so disgusting to him but he knew she loved it and he wanted her happiness above all else.
"Hey sweetie" Aang said eating his tofu vigorously. He loved his wife's cooking. Katara was an excellent cook. "I'm upset I freed The Planet Eater. How could I have done that? I know it wasn't my fault but it still bothers me."
"I know Aang. It definitely wasn't your fault. The Planet Eater was controlling you. I know how it feels to be powerless." Katara seemed deep in her own thoughts too. "I'm still upset about Mushin. I know he's wicked and evil but it still bothers me that I killed him. I should've just knocked him unconscious. But I didn't. I impaled him with ice shards. I know he deserved it but I still can't shake the feeling I feel about doing that. Are you sure you don't hate me for that?" Katara started tearing. Her cheeks were soon stained with her tears.
Aang leaned forwards and cupped both his hands on Katara's cheeks. His touch was soo soft. Katara melted into his embrace. Aang stared deeply into Katara's blue eyes. They were like pools of blue water that froze into ice but still kept their brilliant blue color. He gently pulled her face towards his and his lips met hers and he gave her a passionate kiss.
"I most certainly don't hate you. I could never hate you" Aang said sweetly after he released her lips. "You're so kind and caring. And I love that about you. I hope you don't hate me for freeing that Planet Eater. Cause I feel responsible for it's descent on the world." Aang's grey eyes seemed to almost sparkle. They were waiting for Katara's answer.
"Never" Katara said as she stared into her lover's gorgeous eyes. "I would never hate you. I hate that monster. It's cruel and evil. I could feel it's evil from Appa's saddle. It's stronger than the avatar. You couldn't have prevented it from controlling you. I could've prevented Mushin's death though. And that haunts me so. Maybe Azula is right. Maybe I am capable of being a monster too."
"No my sweetie. You're not anything like a monster. The fact that you're soo torn up about the death of Mushin proves that you're the furthest thing from being a monster. You love me and you just reacted to my life being in danger. You're feelings for me are deep and you're instinct to protect me drove you're bending to ensure my safety. Look at it like that my darling. Now let's retire to the bedroom. I want you soo much tonight" Aang always knew the perfect things to say to cheer Katara up. And she loved him for that.
"Ok let's go. I feel a lot better now. I'll look at it like that. It doesn't bother me anymore." Katara grabbed Aang's hand and lead him to their queen sized bed. Momo was asleep in his bed in the corner. Appa was sleeping in the stable right outside their bedroom window.
Katara undressed with only her undies on. Aang blushed of course but he recovered from it. He just loved Katara's body and he couldn't wait to touch her. She climbed onto his body and untied his silky air bender robe with her teeth. The robe fell to the floor exposing Aang's handsome muscular body. Katara rubbed all of Aang's muscles. She was fast and rough with her touches. Aang grabbed Katara's neck with his lips. He gave her neck gentle kisses and then became rough and began sucking on her neck hitting all of her pressure points. Katara leaned her head back to allow the assault on her neck. Her long silky brown hair cascading down her nude back. She traced Aang's tattoo on his hand with her finger. She loved his tattoos. Katara massaged Aang's waist giving the avatar all kinds of pleasure.
"Come on sweetie" Katara teased slyly. "I'm not delicate. You won't break me if you're a little rough. It's ok. I want you inside me."
Aang blushed rubbing the back of his tattooed head. "Ok sweetie. I'm just nervous because I love you so much. I know you're not a breakable gem but it's just... you're just soo beautiful I can't help but feel like you're delicate." Katara was the one that began to blush now. "Katara I'll give you what you want." Aang took his pants off and was in his trunks. Katara rolled over onto her stomach waiting for her beloved to give her what she wanted. She clutched the bed sheets in anticipation. Aang grabbed Katara's hips and he thrusted his groin into hers. Katara felt pure happiness. The amount of joy and pleasure she felt was unimaginable. This felt like a dream. A wonderful heavenly dream that Katara never wanted to end. The passion Aang felt from giving Katara his love made him melt with pure joy. He was gentle with his thrusts. He rubbed Katara's thigh as he held her hips locked in place. Katara threw her head back and moaned in pure bliss. Momo perked his head up from all the noise. Then he curled back up and fell back asleep. This was a common occurrence for him. Katara loved Aang inside her she closed her eyes and enjoyed her husbands advances. Aang withdrew and sat down on the bed next to Katara who rolled over onto her back waiting for Aang to lay down next to her.
"Sweetie that was amazing" Katara smiled as she kissed the top of Aang's head. "You're such a romantic and I love that. You're the perfect husband. I can't imagine my life with anyone else except you. I love you so much."
"Me too Katara" Aang rubbed Katara's arms as he spoke. "I've loved you since the beginning. You're my girlfriend yes but you're also my best friend. You're always there supporting me. Guiding me to make the right decisions. You support me when I don't make the right decisions too. You're so special to me." Aang noticed Katara was fast asleep in his arms.
"Don't you worry Katara. We will have many more passionate nights. I promise. We will beat The Planet Eater." He smiled and joined her. They both slept together through the night. It was the last peaceful night they would have together.
