A/N: Zuko's attempts to capture the Avatar are thwarted once again. And also ridiculed, thanks to Peaches. This is my second favorite part.
Disclaimer: Hit me, lightning!
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Part Seven: Zuko Fails... Again.
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"Hah!" After weeks of tracking, Zuko had finally caught up to the Avatar at his camp site.
Iroh was happy for him, but he didn't think the attack would amount to much. "It's nice to see you all again," he greeted, mostly just to see what kind of reactions he'd get.
The motley group in front of him just stared, confused, while Zuko grunted in frustration.
"Uncle! You can't say something like that to our adversaries!"
"Why not? I always thought that politeness could get you a long way."
Peaches snorted her agreement.
"Never mind! We're here to capture the Avatar, so just remember that!"
Iroh stood by and watched as Zuko tensed and immediately got into a fighting stance, facing the Avatar. He wasn't sure yet if he was going to get involved or not, but there were four opponents now, not counting the animals, and he doubted Zuko would be able to handle it on his own.
"You might as well surrender now!" Zuko attempted to frighten them. "I have- HEY!"
Peaches had leaned forward as he spoke and started licking the back of his head.
"Stop it!" He swatted at her, but to no avail. "No, Peaches! Bad girl! Stop!" He managed to escape her range, but the damage had already been done.
"...Peaches?" Toph asked, snorting.
"That's a cute name," the Avatar commented, and all of them started snickering.
Iroh could see Zuko's temper rising, and decided that his best course of action would be to keep Peaches from getting fried and served for dinner. He grabbed her reigns and led her away from the scene. "Come along, Peaches. This is no place for you to be playing."
Behind him, Zuko let out an enraged roar and attacked the Avatar and his friends. Iroh shook his head and hoped that the resulting injuries wouldn't be too serious.
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