Hey everybody, Merry Christmas (Holidays/etc). I know it's a song fic and it's pretty easy to write, but whatcha gunna do when the mood hits ya know? I'm trying to get back on track with past stories and new stories, thanks for being as patient as you all are lol. I'll put the songs at the bottom. Enjoy!
"Finally," Toph groaned as the three guys slid into the horseshoe booth. "What took you guys so long? Doing your makeup?"
"Our DD was taking shots," Zuko grumbled, the group's eyes now on Sokka. "So we had to download Bison Flight and someone else didn't happen to have his card." Sokka sheepishly sank in his seat. "And then when the Bison driver showed up, someone convinced them if we tipped more, if they would stop by the convenience store for Fire Flakes."
A swift kick to his kneecap and Sokka yelped in pain, "You're such a pain in the ass Sokka." His sister sighed. "We've been here for an hour Sokka."
"In my defense-" Zuko covered his mouth.
"You lost your privilege to defend yourself when you confirmed a 70% tip on my dime," Zuko flicked his head as he removed it from his mouth.
"Anyways," Toph stopped any further discussion, "Since you boys decided to take forever, we decided to punish you." Aang and Zuko began to protest, but Toph shot up in her seat. "Nope, you chose to ride together, now you gotta be punished together."
"Is it too late to not go out tonight?" Aang asked rhetorically.
Toph turned to Yue next to her, "You wanna be the one to tell MeatHead that he's going to be first?"
She frowned, "I was kind of hoping that he would find out when they called his name."
The boy's eyes went wide, looking at the stage at the other side of the bar and seeing the monitor and mic. "Please don't make me do this shit. Please tell me you didn't write my name down Jin."
Jin finished the rest of what was obviously not her first drink, "I didn't put your name down on the list." She cleared her throat, "I may have put down Zuzu though…"
Aang almost went pale, if his friends got signed up by their girlfriends, then...he swallowed the lump beginning to form in his throat, "Please don't tell me you signed me up for one of your songs Toph…"
She chuckled, "I wasn't able to pick a song for you because your girlfriend got to it before I could." Toph pointed at Katara who quietly took a sip from her drink with a soft smile. "Maybe if you do a good job, you can spread your legs for her tonight." Toph didn't even register the smack on her arm.
Aang blushed as him and Katara made eye contact, both of them looking away rather quickly. "Spirits will you two just fuck?" Jin finally broke the silence, everyone wide eyed at the outburst from the quiet girl. She registered the eyes on her, "Oh was that out loud? Sorry, it's just I'm only saying what you all say." Aang and Katara ignored the embarrassment and attempted to get confirmation from anyone but they all avoided eye contact. A sigh of relief was breathed when they heard a voice clear over the mic.
"It's that time again ladies and gentlemen, it's Karaoke night here at June's Tavern. I, of course, am your DJ for the night, Jet. If you'd like to sign up, we have the book of songs up here by my table, just come up and write your name down with the song." He held up the list for the people in the back before turning it around, reading the list. "So first up we have Sokka." He held back a laugh when he finally made the connection in his mind. "Sokka Pitka, get up here," Jet looked closer, "Oh, and whoever you're singing with."
Sokka furrowed his brow, "Who am I singing with?"
Yue smiled, "You didn't think I was going to make you sing without me, did you?" Katara and Aang slid out of the booth to let the two out and go up on stage, the two making brief eye contact before a smile appeared on Katara's lips. Sokka was nearly dragged up on stage by his enthusiastic girlfriend.
Jet smiled smugly, "You know the song Ebony and Ivory right?" Sokka's face went white as Yue playfully shoved the Karaoke host.
"Shut up and just play the song already," She chided him. They both grabbed a mic as the song began.
(Sokka/Yue/both)
I'm tearing London limb from limb
It's tearing me apart, but it's us or them
So howl at the moon, oh how can it be?
The softer the skin the sharper the teeth
Yeah!
The girls whistled and cheered as the boys were surprised she chose a song that wouldn't completely embarrass him.
So call the nurse, 'cause it's worse when I'm alone
I've fallen prey to a curse I can't disown
Is it all in my head?
When at the hands of a man so filled with doubt
But this is love I just can't live without
Despite the soul of the dead
So howl at the moon, oh how can it be?
The softer the skin the sharper the teeth
With nowhere to go, nothing to believe
I'm counting on beauty to kill off the beast
Yue grabbed her boyfriend's hand, looking into his eyes, none of them seeing Zuko pretending to puke at the sight.
You bit off more than you could chew
But you taste too good to be true
Safe in my arms you will lay, cause every dog has its day
Dog has its day
So howl at the moon, oh how can it be?
The softer the skin the sharper the teeth
With nowhere to go, nothing to believe
I'm counting on beauty to kill off the beast
So howl at the moon, oh how can it be? (Oh how can it be?)
The softer the skin the sharper the teeth
With nowhere to go, nothing to believe (nothing to believe)
I'm counting on beauty to kill off the beast
So just put me down
The other patrons joined the group in cheering for the two, a surprised smile crossed Sokka's face as they both gave a half bow and placed the mics back. "That was great!" Katara congratulated them as they returned back to their seats. "I still think you should have made Sokka sing 'WAP'."
"Is it too late to sign people up for more songs?" Zuko asked, Katara and Aang sharing a laugh.
"Oh ha-ha, I think he did great," Yue grinned at her boyfriend, "I knew you'd do great."
"I think the shots calmed my nerves to do that," He quickly forgot his audience and earned a jab in his shoulder from Zuko. Sokka yelped and grabbed the offended arm, "What was that for?"
"For reminding me why to never make you responsible for anything," Zuko gave him another jab, "And that one was because Aang is a passion fruit."
"Pacifist," Aang corrected.
"Pacifier," Toph added.
"Pacific?" Jin joined in.
"Guys, come on, leave Aang alone...it's not like he's going to fight back anyways," Yue grinned at the last bit, bringing everyone but Aang and Katara into fits of laughter.
"Are you just going to let your boyfriend get dissed like that and not do anything about it Sweetness?" Toph egged her friend on. Katara shot Toph a cold stare, "You know I'm legally blind right? I can barely see whatever look you're giving me."
"Wear your freaking glasses already," Katara's motherly tone made her friend just roll her eyes.
"Like I need to set back Asian women anymore with those nerdy ass glasses," Toph blew her off.
Aang blinked his eyes in confusion, "How is that setting Asian women back?" He looked to Zuko who only shrugged in reply.
Before she could say anything more, Jet cleared his throat on the mic, "Sorry folks, had a problem with the sound board, but we're rocking again." Toph groaned at the pun. "Anyways, next up will be," He stifled a laugh poorly, "Uh...Zuzu."
Zuko glared at the brunette who only gave him a cheeky grin in response. He shook his head in annoyance as Aang and Sokka moved out of his way, sliding out of the booth as the girls moved as well. Jin's slightly inebriated grin greeted him as she climbed out of the booth. "I should have seen this coming after those two. If you try to make me do High School Musical one more time I swear I will actually leave you here like I promise every other time."
She chuckled while they walked towards the stage, "No you won't." He grumbled knowing he still wouldn't follow through with his promise. "But I promise it's not 'Breaking Free'." Walking up on stage, Zuko's dark glare at his friend with just as big of a shit eating grin he had on earlier.
"Here's your mic Zuzu," He chuckled as he tossed Zuko the mic, the gears in Zuko's mind began to turn as Jin grabbed the second mic as the beat began.
(Zuko/Jin/both)
Said, you just don't know how beautiful you are
And baby that's my favorite part
You walk around so clueless to it all
Like nobody gonna break your heart
It'll be alright babe, see, me, I got you covered
I'm gon' be your lover, you might be the one
If it's only tonight, ayy, we don't need to worry
We ain't in a hurry, rushin' into love
Said, you know I know who you really are, ain't need to lie
Said, the universe couldn't keep us apart
Why would it even try?
Yeah, said, don't let them hurt you ever
I know you far too smart
Before things come together, they have to fall apart
It's been a while since I've been sober
This life can be so hard, I'd rather talk about you
Said, you just don't know how beautiful you are
And baby that's my favorite part
You walk around so clueless to it all
Like nobody gonna break your heart
It'll be alright babe, see, me, I got you covered
I'm gon' be your lover, you might be the one
If it's only tonight, ayy, we don't need to worry
We ain't in a hurry, rushin' into love
Jin grabbed his hand like Yue had before, but Zuko didn't humor her as her part began.
If you wanna stay, we're taking it slow baby
'Cause you and me, and I got enough on my mind
But I can make some time for something so divine
Said, you just don't know how beautiful you are
And baby that's my favorite part
You walk around so clueless to it all
Like nobody gonna break your heart
It'll be alright babe, see, me, I got you covered
I'm gon' be your lover, you might be the one
If it's only tonight, ayy, we don't need to worry
We ain't in a hurry, rushin' into love
The groups in front of the stage erupted in applause at the end, Katara let out a loud whistle with her forefinger and thumb before joining in with her clapping friends. Zuko tossed the mic at Jet, whose eyes went wild and dove out to catch it before the inevitable loud feedback tore through the bar. Sokka was laughing with tears in his eyes as Zuko came back to the table with Jin in tow chastising him. "-and it's disrespectful because this is our Saturday night spot Zuko and people know us here and-" He rolled his eyes and pulled her into a deep kiss, both Aang and Katara averted their eyes as their kiss continued past anyone's comfort. He pulled away, Jin still mid-kiss with her eyes fluttering open. "W-What was I saying?" She felt her knees go weak and Katara helped her back into the booth with Zuko on the other side.
"Next up from the cool kids booth in the back, we have Aang. Aang Ono, come on up," Jet announced the next name on the list.
Before Aang could leave the booth, Zuko grabbed his wrist and pulled him in close, whispering a message in his ear. Aang blinked several times and eyed his friend, "You want me to say that?" Zuko nodded with a serious look. His eyes went to Katara's, her excited smile sent his stomach into flips. "Am I about to make a fool of myself?" He jokingly asked.
She giggled and shrugged, "Matters on how you fly solo."
His stomach sank to his feet, "What did you sign me up for Kat?"
"You'll do great, I promise," Katara assured him.
"I've never really liked to be the center of attention and I don't know about this," Aang's mind began to spiral.
She grabbed his hand, "Aang, relax, it's all going to be okay."
"Hey," They both turned to Toph. "As much as we want to be the background to your love story, can you keep this train moving along and make out after you sing? We'd all really appreciate it." Aang's face flushed and sped towards the stage. Katara glared at her friend, "Seriously, I like foreplay as much as everyone else here, but make the move or not Sweetness."
Aang let out a shaky breath before stepping up on stage. With the reassurance of Katara, Aang let his nerves go and stopped by Jet. He handed him the mic, "Not duet for you huh?"
His gray eyes looked towards the golden stare from the group table, only a nod was given before Aang looked back towards Jet. "Zuko wanted me to ask why Azula bought a naughty maid outfit when all he hears is you calling her 'Mistress'. He said he's never known a mistress to wear such a revealing-" Jet clamped his hand over Aang's mouth before shoving the mic against his stomach.
"No more, just go." He replied shortly, not bothering to meet the stare from his girlfriend's brother. Aang would have felt bad at the implication Zuko had made, but Zuko assured him it was made up. The music began and Aang recognized the tune as Katara's favorite song, their eyes met and he couldn't help but smile. He cleared his throat.
Go ahead and park after dark
Fallen star, I'm your one call away
Motel halls, neon walls
When night falls, I am your escape
When you lay alone, I ache
Something I wanted to feel
If you've been waitin' for fallin' in love
Babe, you don't have to wait on me
'Cause I've been aimin' for Heaven above
But an angel ain't what I need
His eyes never left hers, her blush was apparent from the stage.
Not anyone, you're the one
More than fun, you're the sanctuary
'Cause what you want is what I want
Sincerity
Souls that dream alone lie awake
I'll give you somethin' so real
If you've been waitin' for fallin' in love
Babe, you don't have to wait on me
'Cause I've been aimin' for Heaven above
But an angel ain't what I need
Hold me oh so close
'Cause you never know
Just how long our lives will be
If you've been waitin' for fallin' in love
Babe, you don't have to wait on me
'Cause I've been aimin' for Heaven above
But an angel ain't what I need
Aang gave a half bow as the crowd applauded for him and he gave Jet the mic before making his way back to Katara. He gave nods and thanks to the people who stopped to compliment him, but he was only focused on her. Getting back to the table, Katara was already out of the booth, her coat folded over her arm. "I'm going to step outside for a sec, wanna come with?" He nodded without a second thought and she took his hand and led him out of the bar, Toph letting out a whistle at the two as they left the bar. Stepping outside, Katara pulled on her blue windbreaker before grabbing the vape pen from her pocket. She offered it to him as they went around the corner, he declined as she took a small puff and let it go. "I told you that you'd do great." He took a breath before taking a step towards her and planted a quick kiss on her lips, pulling back to gauge her reaction. Her eyes fluttered open in surprise before she smiled and their lips reconnected, the taste of her bubblegum flavored vape on her tongue. As their lips parted from each other, she pressed her forehead against his, "I figured if I gave you a big enough sign that you'd make a move."
"Can I kiss you again?" She grinned and wrapped her arms around his neck, kissing him deeper as his hands rested on her hips. She sighed happily as his tongue played with hers, he pulled her hips against him and she returned his advances as their kiss broke again.
"I like this aggressive Aang," She breathed, trying to cool herself down before she jumped him outside of a bar. Katara pulled back, taking a drag from her vape and let out a big cloud, "Well have to do this again sometime."
"Like later tonight?"
A confused look came across her face before she giggled, "I meant Karaoke Aang." He would have been more embarrassed if he wasn't still riding the high of their kiss. "We have the rest of the night for that." Aang's throat went dry. She slid the vape into her pocket and held her hand out to him. "Care to lead a lady back to her seat good sir?"
Aang took her hand and grinned, "Of course my lady." His heart welled as they walked back towards the bar, feeling like he was on top of the world. Aang opened the door for her and she gave him a peck on the cheek before going in first. Their happy moment was shattered when they realized whose turn it was for Karaoke.
Toph had the entire bar singing along to her go to song.
I'm just pillow talkin' with a bitch
I'm just pillow talkin' with a bitch
I just finished spazzin' on a bitch
Now I'm pillow talkin' with a bitch
Aang saw that Zuko and Sokka were at the bar attempting to get drinks while Yue and Jin seemed to join in with the rest of the bar enjoying Toph's performance. "Well we've got 10 minutes…" Katara tried not to yell too loud in his ear. She held up the keys to her Mazda. "Wanna go make out in the backseat?"
He grabbed her hand and bolted towards the door, "I've been waiting for those words since Freshman year."
'Love Bites' by Ice Nine Kills
'My Favorite Part' by Mac Miller and Ariana Grande
'Sanctuary' by Joji
'Pillow Talking' by Lil Dicky
-SDB