Elements Joined

Written by: A bunch of idiots

Chapter: 17…?

DP: We're baaaaack!

FK: Hi everyone!

DP/Z77/FM: (hits)

FK: What was that for?

Z77: For going to Europe. Now onto the fic!

FK: (holds head) I need more vacations

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"Uncle Bumi!" Kidate shrieked, launching herself at the king. Kaji smirked, and nodded. He knew it.

"Wait a minute…this is your uncle?" Kaze asked, head swiveling from uncle to niece.

"You didn't know? I thought it was obvious." Kaji muttered.

The Kings robes flowed in the slight breeze, his quizzical look explained what he was about to ask. "Who are these three and what are they doing in my palace? The four of you smell like haven't had a proper bath in months."

"Uncle, that's no way to talk to your niece that you haven't seen in a couple of years!" Kidate pouted, crossing her arms.

King Bumi paused, thinking of something smart (or insane, he got confused over which was which), but instead just held out his arms in a hug, which Kidate fell into gratefully. "I missed you so, my little Kidate."

"Can we move on? I mean, the family reunion is all nice and well, but-"

Kaji was interrupted by Kaze muttering, "I feel slightly nauseous."

The royal Earthbender stared at the two, his gaze also taking in Ame, who appeared to be unaware of the moment. "I see you picked up some polite friends." There was a pause, before he added, "I like them!"

The mood around them lightened, as King Bumi burst into laughter. "That's Uncle for you…" Kidate mumbled.

Before anything else could be said, Kaze's stomach growled loudly. He blushed. "What? I didn't get to finish my ramen."

"Well, dinner seems to be in order. Guard! Tell the cooks to prepare a feast in order of my niece's return to Omashu! And for her little friends too, I suppose."

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Kaji's pace slowed, an hour later. They group was heading towards the dining hall, where the cooks had 'outdone themselves once more!' as the guard had reported. His pace evened out next to King Bumi, as Kidate and Kaze argued ahead, Ame attempting to mediate.

"C'mon guys! Who cares if the chicken came before the egg? You guys can argue about anything…"

Their voices faded out down the hallway, as King Bumi spoke. "So, you're the one who protected my niece all the way to Omashu."

Kaji stopped, startled by both the usually jovial king's serious attitude, and the accuracy of the statement. "How did you know?"

"You have an aura of seriousness- one only a leader could posses. Plus, who else could it be, the blonde one? They argue too much to protect anyone." King Bumi roared with laughter.

"Well, I have to say, Kidate didn't need much protecting."

"Yes, my little niece has grown up quite a bit. It's saddening, but at the same time, I'm happy." He paused, seeing Kaji's gaze. "You'll understand when you're older, and have a family."

Kaji darkened. "I have no family. I had one, but…" He trailed off.

"So, you're a loner, eh?"

"I was. But it's impossible to be a loner with those three around."

Bumi laughed again. "I can only imagine! But, with your friends, you have an opportunity. You can have a new family."

Kaji looked ready to argue the point, but instead shook his head. He changed the subject. "Kidate once said that you taught her to earth bend. Maybe we should stay awhile so you can continue her training."

Bumi smiled. "I'd like that. But, let's catch up, shall we. Someone might see us soon- and what would being seen serious do to my reputation?"

Both sped up and quickly found their way to the dining hall.

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"I never thought I'd see the day." King Bumi murmured, as he gazed upon the four benders. Kaji was chewing upon a slab of meat, while Kaze dug ravenously at his bowl of noodles. Ame and Kidate had been chatting, but stopped at the royal bender's comment.

Ame met his gaze. "What do you mean? What day?"

Bumi the Third seemed thoughtful, before answering, "Well, long ago, when Avatar Aang died, there was a season of peace, as you all know. But, even in this time, people felt fear."

"Why should they?" Kaze asked, swallowing his ramen. "There was no more Ozai, and there weren't any more wars."

"True, that's very true. But, you might have noticed that there are no more Avatars, correct." The travelers nodded. "Well, that's because instead of the newest Avatar, a prophesy was made. I forget the true words of it. I'm sure the four of you could sniff it out in the library, but I'm old! I'm allowed to forget things like this. Anyways, this prophesy stated that four benders would be born, and would be the embodiment of the elements. You could always tell, because they learned they're bending quickly- as if they new it instinctively."

Kaji stared that the older bender, "What are you getting at."

"Well, it doesn't seem like coincidence that four benders would come together so perfectly, and quickly. Especially those with names as yours."

Kaji, Kaze, and Kidate shared a look at this.

"Yes, it would seem you four would be the ones in the prophesy, hmm? There is a way to test it, of course." A heavy silence filled the room, before Bumi continued. "You know, Floppsie the twelfth has missed you terribly, Kidate. Maybe we should pay him a visit after dinner, yes?"

Kidate stared at her former teacher. "Uncle! What about the test?"

"Oh, that? Well, it's just up there in the tower, the one at the edge at the city." Bumi the third waved his hand nonchalantly, as if it was nothing.

Kaji stood. "Well, let's go then. The sooner we know the better."

"All right then. Just be back here before dark, if you can manage." The benders stared at Bumi, before nodding and leaving, saying their individual goodbyes. But before they guards could close the door, Kaze's voice could be heard.

"Kidate, you're uncle is insane."

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FK: (rubs head) Well, I hope you all liked our newest chapter.

DP: (under breath) Our hideously late chapter.

Z77: That matters not! So, review!

Toodles,

The gang