Disclaimer: I do not own Avatar the Airbender.

Author's Note: I changed the name of the story because TundraPheonix told me that she had the same title for her story and published it the day before I did. Unfortunately I was unaware of this. Also to remind you thoughts are in italics.

Chapter 4 The Battle

The next morning…………….

Sakura knew that Prince Zuko was looking for Aang. She thought, he's so stupid to still have a high regard for his father. She looked out at the sea. All of a sudden the ship came to a stop. Sakura asked, "What's going on?"

"Apparently Commander Zhou is stopping the ship so he can get the glory of capturing the Avatar. He probably thinks we're not really suitable for it." replied a crewman rolling his eyes.

Sakura, Prince Zuko, and Uncle are then in the fort being interrogated by Commander Zhou. Sakura yawned thinking, this is sooooooooo boring. But then Prince Zuko challenged Commander Zhao to a duel.

At the match…………

Prince Zuko was losing at first but gained control of the match. He then won. Commander Zhou was furious.

Uncle said, "Even my nephew in exile is more honorable than you."

Sakura said, "So you're the Commander around her. Huh, I guess they let any firebender become a commander. Obviously in more respectable days you would be a regular soldier. You obviously don't have self-control or discipline."

"You little brat." he spat out.

"Oh really, there goes your lack of self-control again. I'll battle you if you want, no Agni Kai, of course." said Sakura coolly.

"Girls don't firebend. It's against the law here, only the Princess can." replied Commander Zhao smirking.

"I can, unlike ordinary girls, I have special permission or you could say an upper hand in the matter." replied Sakura.

"Fine." said Commander Zhao.

The battle began. Commander Zhao tried to start attacking like crazy. But Sakura beat him in 30 seconds. Sakura walked away with Uncle and Prince Zuko who had waited for her.

Uncle said, "Thank you for the tea."

Author's Note: Oh yeah, girl kicks butt! And please review! Thanks to all who have!