Disclaimer: Avatar the Last Airbender copyright Dante Dimartino, Brian Konietzko and Nickelodeon Studios.


"How many times did you use that pretty face - that mask - to hide your true feelings from both the Avatar and Fire Lord I wonder?" Koh's eyes narrowed, watching her intently. "How many times did you lie to yourself, trying to convince your reflection the false smile was true?

"Enough."

Koh's eyes shone with predatory glee as he leaned back. Slowly he shifted his gaze to the other occupant of the room. "Avatar Aang. I'd nearly forgotten you were there."

"We're leaving now."

"Are you? King Kuei may have… objections. The Fire Lord did try to assassinate him."