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Katara stood, aware everyone was watching her. This would be a defining moment in her rule, and she was about to surrender. She met Tatsuo's eyes across the crowd. His smirk sickened her. "Lord Tatsuo, I would speak with you. Immediately."

He followed her into the adjoining room, motioning for the boy to remain where he was. The boy dropped his head in submission.

"My Lady-"

"After careful consideration, I have decided to reinstate the mining contract."

"How fortuitous-"

"Provided you prevent an Agni Kai from being issued tonight."

A sneer. "Afraid waterbender?"

Katara attacked, freezing Tatsuo to the wall.