Chapter 3: realization

Korra plopped down onto her bed drained physically from her first visit at republic city while also drained emotionally thanks to Lao. "Why does that jerk have to ruin everything? It's like we take one step forward then two steps back…not that I care. Honestly me and Lao Pssh as if" Korra argued with herself as she laid in bed slowly drifting off to sleep. "ERR arrghh grrrrr" Korra shot up with frustration written over her face. She turned to face where the noise was coming from, she tiptoed towards the source of the ruckus and placed her ear to the wall that divided her and Lao's room. "what the hell is he doing" bickered Korra in a hushed tone as Lao continued to growl in his room. Korra stormed out of her room and burst into Lao's room ready to rip Lao limb from limb. Lao thrashed in his bed shaking violently while sweat streamed down his forehead dripping off his chin flowing down his bare chest. Korra's rage was instantly replaced with concern as she rushed to Lao's side "LAO! LAO ITS Ok…I'm right here" comforted Korra as she attempted to rock Lao like a baby in order calm his night terror.*SHINK*"RRRAAAAAAAAGHHH" roared Lao as his eyes snapped open as soon as Korra placed her hand on his chest, Lao instantly shot up grabbed Korra by the throat violently slamming her against the wall with fierce strength as his claws came flying towards her head only puncturing the wall adjacent to her face. Korra stared in shock as she looked at the once soft brown eyes that were now replaced with fear and hate, scared to death and afraid to move Korra only whispered not daring to move an inch "Lao…its ok. Its me Korra" whispered Korra as she attempted to calm Lao. Korra looked deep into Lao's eyes and saw the sudden change as they went from animalistic back to their natural soft coffee colored eyes. Korra pushed down her fear "its ok Lao. Your safe" repeated Korra as her hand slowly attempted to reach Lao's face. Then Korra saw something she thought she would never see in a thousands years, Tears started to stream down Lao's face as his claws slowly moved back into his hand. Tenzin rushed down the hall stopping at the door seeing Lao standing in front of Korra as tears streamed down his face "WHATS GOING ON HERE. WHATS WITH ALL THE RUCKUS" demanded Tenzin as he started to make his way to both of the teenagers. Lao rushed towards Tenzin shoving him out of the way as he sprinted down the hall. Shocked by Lao's brute behavior he turned back to ask Korra what happened but then noticed the massive gash on her cheek as blood dripped down her cheek "Korra what happened here, and did Lao do this to you" Questioned Tenzin as he rushed to Korra to examine her injury "I'm fine Tenzin and it wasn't his fault he was having a night terror and I accidently startled him…he didn't mean to" Korra explained as she touched her injury flinching at the stinging sensation. "Go down to the medical bay and have them check that out" ordered Tenzin "what about you? What are you going to do" Korra asked slightly afraid of Tenzin's answer. "I'm going to find Lao and have him explain to me what happened" Stated Tenzin as he walked to the door. Korra ran past him and block the door "Tenzin…Lao didn't do this on purpose he was only scared…please don't punish or send him away for this" begged Korra. Tenzin looked at Korra and noticed her compassion and sincerity in both her voice and expression. Tenzin exhaled as he placed his hand on her shoulder to calm her nervous "I am not going to punish him Korra I just want to go see if he is ok" Korra slowly moved aside and watch Tenzin walk down the hall where Lao took off then she walked off in the opposite direction heading to the medical wing of the building.

Lao booked it outside running past the garden, through the shrubs and branches coming to the edge of a cliff looking out towards the ocean. Lao stood barefooted at the edge of the cliff falling down to his knees pulling at his hair as tears came rushing down his cheeks. Tenzin ran outside and caught a glimpse of Lao running towards the cliff, in a instant he summed a gush of wind and soared through all the branches seeing Lao on his knees as he began weeping. Tenzin slowly walked towards Lao "Lao… are you ok?" inquired Tenzin stopping a few feet behind him. "…there was so much screaming in my dream Tenzin…there was only fire and destruction as I saw some monster wreck havoc through a small town…there…was just s-so much screaming and cries for help…and I couldn't do nothin" Lao cried in a shaky voice as Tenzin wrapped his arms around him in a fatherly hug. "Oh spirits…how's Korra is she ok?" Lao sputtered as he spun around with fear in his tone "she is ok Lao she is getting rest" Tenzin lied trying to calm his nervous not knowing how he'd react knowing he caused her any harm. The sky slowly began to drizzle and both Tenzin and Lao made their way back inside the house heading back to their rooms. Lao stopped at his door and looked at Korra's room he needed to know if she was ok. Lao slowly creep towards her door and opened it just enough to sneak a peek. Lao saw Korra sleeping in her bed…safe "thank spirits she's ok…if id hurt her…I don't know what id do" Thought Lao as he made his way back to his room laying down in his slowly drifting back to sleep.

Korra woke up early in the morning for her air bending training, dragging herself out of bed she made her way to the restroom and looked in disgust at her bed head. After freshening up she walked past Lao's room stopping at his door, while being stealthy she slowly poked her head through his door and saw a snoring Lao. "Someone had a rough night" Korra whispered to herself slightly giggling at the sight of Lao who wasn't even covered in his blanket, he wasn't even fully on the bed, his hair was pointed both east and west. "Wow he is the definition of a bad hair day" Korra thought slightly laughing at Lao's appearance. Once Korra left Lao to his deep slumber she strolled her way to the kitchen where she noticed Pema already making breakfast. Pema greeted Korra but immediately noticed the bandage on her cheek "Oh My Spirits Korra what happened to your face" Blurted Pema as she rushed to her side. "oh this, its nothing, Lao kind of got out of hand last night" Informed Korra as she took a sip of her juice. Pema eyes and ears immediately perked up "what exactly where you and Lao doing last night to make him "get out of control" " Pema inquired Korra with a smug look forming across Pema's face. Korra immediately went red in the face after she choked and spat out her juice, once she finished coughing out her lung she glared at Pema still blushing at her accusation "PEMA! We...we didn't do anything if that's what your thinking" Korra uttered as she tried to regain her composure while her blush was still visible. "Well WHATEVER happened I hope you and Lao are ok…you should eat to regain your strength and drink plenty of juice it helps with…soreness" Pema informed Korra as she left the kitchen sending Korra a wink. Korra slammed her head down on the kitchen table as she groaned at her expense.

As the sun beamed through the window hitting Lao directly in his face, Lao slowly rose up from his bed whipping the dried up drool from the corner of his mouth, he slowly got out of bed making his way to the restroom to freshen up. Lao slowly made his way to the kitchen catching Pema washing dishes "morning Lao I saved you a plate it's over there on the table for you" Pema pointed out as she continued to wash dishes. "Thanks Pema… have you seen Korra" "she should be outside with Tenzin practicing…did something happen between you two" Pema questioned while she watched in horror as Lao scarfed down his breakfast. "Yeah...Something" Lao stated as he stood up from the table wiping the corner of his mouth with the back of his hand. Lao stepped out of the house searching for Korra "I'm not one for apologizing but I almost hurt this girl. Grr…she's still a pain in the ass…" Lao thought to himself until he located Jinora, Ikki, Meelo, and Korra meditating in front of Tenzin. As Lao began walking towards Korra he noticed she was wearing the traditional air nomad monk clothing which where very similar to the kids clothing. Lao looked over Korra's figure he couldn't deny she was very attractive with her muscular frame his eyes traveled down lower to her behind admiring its shape he just couldn't pry his eyes away. While Lao kept making his way towards Korra he noticed Korra's hand quickly reach around and scratch at her behind snapping him out of his daydream and making Lao stop abruptly in his tracks "did-did she just scratch her ass…" to most people it may have disgusted them but too Lao it was hilarious to see Korra act in a "un-lady" like manor he fought with everything in his body to hold in his laughter but Tenzin opened one eye to see Lao holding is stomach with one hand and with the other covering his mouth failing to stifle his laughter. "Alright… we will continue our training tomorrow" exhaled Tenzin as he dismissed his children while walking towards Lao "so besides disrupting the avatar's training did you have a reason for coming down here". Korra stood up from her failed attempt to meditate realizing Lao was standing behind her with a huge grin over his face "what the heck is he grinning about" thought Korra as she crossed her arms staring him down, when Lao finally made eye contact with Korra his heart dropped when he noticed the bandage across her cheek and immediately rushed to her cupping her face observing Korra's wound "did…did I do this" questioned Lao in a shaky voice as he struggled confining his emotions "uhhh…yeah but its ok really. Its just a scratch" responded Korra as she shoved Lao's hands away "why is he so close and staring me down with his stupid…soft ….glossy brown eyes. STOP IT KORRA get a grip" Korra thought to herself "SCRATCHS DON'T NEED BANDAGES KORRA NOW LET ME SEE" growled Lao as his hands reached back up to her face. When Lao peeled off Korra's bandage he saw the gash he created and was instantly filled with dread and slowly back away from Korra not looking her in the eye he turned around and began walking to the ferry "Wait Lao hold on" Korra shouted as she summoned a rock wall in front of him.*SHINK* "RRRAAAGGHH" Howled Lao while slashing through the stone wall like butter as he continued making his way to the ferry "you…YOU SONOFA-" shouted Korra as she summoned fire in her palms ready to blast him to cinders "let him go Korra. Lao needs to vent his frustration…believe it or not he feels terrible for hurting you and he needs to clear his mind" spoke Tenzin as he placed his hand on Korra's shoulder while they both watch Lao bored a ferry towards the city "he…Cares?" murmured Korra as she continued to watch Lao board the ferry not knowing the smile slightly began to form.

Lao wondered into the slums of Republic City walking through the wet streets for what felt like hours while the stench of the streets attack Lao's sensitive senses making him nauseous until he saw a huge neon sign that said Bar "what the hell I'm already" Lao reasoned to himself as he stepped in the bar. The first thing to catch Lao's attention was a steel cage in the middle of the bar that had splatters of blood on the floor mat "the sign up sheet to fight is over here on the counter. There's a fifty yuan fee and winner takes the pot simple as that" explained an old man over the counter as he dried one of the glasses. Lao slowly walked to the counter sitting on the stool looking at the registration sheet "you look like shit kid" the old man blurted bluntly as he placed a glass in front of Lao and reached for one of the bottles. "Whiskey no ice" Lao uttered as he continued to stare at the glass, "how old are you kid?" asked the old man as he pulled the bottle raising his eyebrow "I'm nineteen" answered Lao as he exhaled getting up ready to leave "wait now hold on kid. Nineteen is close enough especially since you were honest. Now sit down it looks like you need someone to talk to…hell bartenders are practically the new therapists" the old man joked as he began to pour the whiskey into the glass. "so what seems to be eating at you young man" the old man questioned as he pulled another glass "well…I almost hurt someone…that I kinda care about" answered Lao as he chugged the beverage while the burning sensation flowed down his throat feeling slightly better "let me ask one question boy…this person that you care about…it's a woman isn't it?" the old man grinned as he poured himself a glass a milk and poured Lao another glass of whiskey. Lao nodded as he sipped the beverage "why don't you tell me about her" the old man uttered as he slurped down the milk. "ha this girl…she's a pain in my ass like you wouldn't believe. She is so headstrong she doesn't think before she acts she just does…and she is so stubborn it makes want to pull my hair out. The first time we meet she attacked me then she bit down on my neck." Responded Lao as he downed the last few drops of the whiskey in his glass. "But still…she was the first to apologize to me. and I still remember the first time I met her, her beautiful almond skin with her flowing brown hair… and don't get me started on her eyes, they're breathtaking their as blue as the ocean. Hell they're more beautiful then the ocean itself if you ask me…and when I'm around her I just feel…I don't know how to explain it" Lao explained as he stared at his glass "if you ask me kid. it sounds like your in love" the old man winked as he poured himself another glass of milk. Lao choked on the whiskey coughing as he fought to catch his breath "listen kid let me tell you a story" the old man said as he took Lao's glass of whiskey and replaced it with a new glass and poured Lao a full glass of milk "you see I felt the same way about my wife bonnie… the first time I saw her and how I felt was exactly how you explained it. It took me years to finally understand my feelings and boy let me tell you about the good stuff that happens once you tell her how you feel. It's the first long kiss on the second date that makes you feel like you're walking on air, and then your mama's all worried because ya come home late, then years later when you're ready to propose but you drop the ring in the noddle plate because your hands are shakin so much. And it's the way that she looks with the rice in her hair, your gonna be eating burnt suppers the whole first year and asking for seconds, Just to keep her from tearing up" the old man's blue eyes went misty as he continued to stare at the glass. Lao starred at the old man then noticed an old picture that was framed up, the old man noticed what Lao was starring at and before Lao could ask The old man answered him "that's my bonnie, that picture was taken about a year after we got married." The old man grew quite then Lao noticed a single tear roll down the old man's cheek "I spent five years drinking…when the cancer took her from me, but I've been sober for three years now because the one thing stronger than the whiskey. Was the sight of her holding my baby girl, and the way she adores the string of pearls that I gave her when our youngest boy married his childhood love. then when her health got worst…I was there holding her hand when the good spirit called her up… then the last words we said to each other was I love you…that's just the good stuff son" when the old man finished with his story he whipped away his single tear and took both of their glasses and began washing them. "Promise me something kid…when you see her… apologize first… then just hold onto her, because you never know when her time in this world is up" the old man stated in a calm and soothing tone as he stood behind the counter throwing his towel over his shoulder. "Thanks old man…I might just do that… how much I owe you?" Lao stated as he reached for his wallet "it's on the house kid. Just make it home to her safe" the old man winked and went to attend his other duties.

Lao continued to walk around the city reaching to the heart of the town and its biggest eyesore the pro bending stadium. "Hey! Lao is that you!?" Lao quickly turned around to where the voice was coming from and noticed a teen with a red rodent resting on his shoulder "hey Bolin how's it going" Lao greeted "pretty good Mako and I are actually getting ready for are pro-bending match tonight… you know if your not busy I can get you V.I.P seats tonight so you can watch my magic" Bolin boasted in a confident tone. Lao pondered on the idea for minutes till he finally gave Bolin an answer "you know what. What the hell lets do it." Lao replied and he was honestly excited to see a pro bending fight "WHOOHOO ALRIGHT. Let's get going" Bolin shouted as he grabbed Lao by the arm and lead the way to the arena.

Korra laid in her bed deep in the middle of the night "what the hell is he doing? Why hasn't he come back yet?" Korra pondered as she quietly peeked through her bedroom window noticing the guards and waiting to seize her opportunity." Screw it I'm tired of waiting I'm going to go look for him, drag him back, then rip him apart" Korra thought to herself filled with frustration but mainly she was worried for Lao. Korra jumped out of the window and as soon as her feet hit the ground she sprinted quietly towards the cliff and dove off into the freezing temperature of the water. When Korra finally emerge from the water she noticed how close she was to the arena then a devilish grin appeared across her face "well since I am here…I might as well catch a pro bending match before I began searching for him" Korra mused to her self as she summoned a tidal wave that threw her through an open window landing perfectly while simultaneously she shook the water of her body instantly drying. Korra strolled down the hall then noticed what looked like to be a training gym which filled Korra with excitement and ran inside the gym looking around in amazement. "HEY. what are you doing here in my gym" shouted an old man with white long hair in a grey training suit "uhhh I was just looking for a bathroom and I got lost" lied Korra as she forced a fake smile hoping that it would hope convince him of her lie. "ah the old I have to pee excuse you know I'm sick and tired of you kids sneaking in with out paying I'm taking you to security" bickered the old man and right before he was about to grab Korra and drag her to the authorities "There you are. I've been looking every where for you. It's alright Toza she's with me" Bolin interrupted with a swagger like tone flashing his signature grin "yeah I'm with him" Korra uttered quickly "so you see where together" added Bolin with a sly grin over his face. As soon as Korra heard what Bolin said she instantaneously thought of Lao but immediately pushed those thoughts down "I seriously need to get a grip… I cant really like Lao…well maybe just a little crush" Korra assumed then snapped back to reality "Well not together "together" more like just friends" explained Korra "err I don't care what you two are I got work to do "shouted Toza in a irritated tone as he left them to take care of his duties while Bolin and Korra both took off "seriously thanks for the hand back there" Korra stated in a relived hushed tone "don't sweat it… my name is Bolin earth bender to the mighty fire ferrets" Bolin revealed as he began walking with her "YOUR WITH THE FIRE FERRETS" Korra shouted in a fan girl tone "ah I take it you're a fan huh" predicted Bolin as he ran his hand through his hair "uhhh well you see I was actually rooting for the other team when I first heard of you guys" Korra explained with a grin across her face "aw man seriously that's the second time someone has said that" Bolin deflated in a disappointed tone. "Uhhh where are we going" questioned Korra as she continued to follow Bolin "I thought you would like to have a V.I.P experience" replied Bolin as he opened the V.I.P door. As soon as Korra walked through the door expecting to see no one she saw someone faced behind them with their legs kicked up and a cigar in one hand. "Hey Lao! we have a guest" Bolin shouted as he walked past a very confused Korra. As soon as Lao stood up with the cigar in his mouth and turned around to see a very infuriated Korra "ohh shit" Lao uttered as Korra stormed towards Lao slapping him across the face that sent his cigar flying. "ARE YOU KIDDING ME LAO I-WE HAVE BEEN WORRIED SICK" screamed Korra as she poked Lao in the chest "wait just hold on Korra let me explain" Stated Lao in a surprisingly calm voice "I DON'T WANT TO HEAR IT *SNIFF SNIFF* UGHH AND YOU REEK OF BOOZE" shouted Korra as she slapped him again. Everything in Lao's body wanted him to lash out but the old man's word ring in his ears over and over again "Korra…I'm sorry. I'm sorry for hurting you last night and I'm sorry for leaving…I didn't want you to worry" stated Lao in a calm soothing voice as he rubbed the part of his cheek where she slapped him "Pssh… whatever you didn't hurt me and I wasn't worried" Korra murmured as she crossed her arms and looked down. Lao slowly walked towards her and placed his hands on her shoulders which made her look into his eyes with a confused look, Lao pulled her close into a embrace hugging her hoping she wouldn't hit him but surprisingly she hugged him back and rested her head on his shoulder. They were both lost in an abyss of emotions which made them feel safe and warm while Bolin starred in shock and amazement at what just had transpired in front of him "I didn't know you two knew each other… and I didn't know you were together" Bolin stated in a shock tone. Lao and Korra instantaneously snapped back to reality which caused both of them to go red in the face. Korra pushed Lao away which caused him to trip over his chair while she tried to hide the blush on her face while Bolin laughed uncontrollably.

After the pro bending match and a little hands on training with Bolin on earth bending both Korra and Lao walked side by side down the street late into the night heading back to air Temple Island. Lao noticed that Korra was slightly shivering due to the night's cool air, she was only wearing a sleeveless shirt and her snow pants with her pelt around her waist. Lao sighed as he took of his leather jacket and wrapped Korra around in its warmth "what are you doing. I don't need your help im fine" Korra protested as she attempted to push away Lao's leather jacket "GRRR quit being so damn stubborn Korra…take the damn jacket before you catch a cold" Lao ordered as Korra slipped her arms through the jacket taking in Lao's musky scent. Lao slowly wrapped his arm around Korra bringing her closer to his side "wh-what are you doing now Lao" questioned Korra as she felt her face flush "uhhh im trying to warm you up your practically freezing" Lao answered as he held her tighter. "You owe me a pack of cigars now, you do no that right" joked Lao as he playfully pushed Korra "oh boo whoo Lao I only wasted two of your disgusting cigars and you had it coming" Korra teased as she bump Lao with her hip. "Hey! they're not cheap you know" Lao playfully whined as he moved closer to Korra's side. Korra looked up at Lao making them both stop in their tracks "Lao…what where you dreaming about last night…it must have been serious" Korra asked while she placed her hand on Lao's cheek. Lao pondered whether or not he should tell her, however before he was about to make a decision Lao sensed something wrong…someone was fallowing them "Korra listen…don't turn around and keep calm…someone is fallowing us…the ferry is right over there by the docks, I want you to get on the boat and leave ill catch up soon ok" Whispered Lao as he observed for any oncoming danger. "NO. TO HELL WITH THAT. WE CAN BOOTH TAKE THEM" Korra shouted as she turned around to stare into the darkness of the night *BANG* a sot rang out in the air as Lao threw Korra aside taking the metal projectile square in the chest " Lao old buddy, Its me DeadPool…I shot you" snickered a voice that came from the darkness. Lao looked down at his chest and noticed the vile that stuck out of his chest while he pulled it out Lao instantly smelled the drug on the tip of the needle making him feel weak. As the man dressed in a skin tight red and black costume with a red mask that had black circles around his soulless white eyes emerged from the darkness holding a bulky device in his hand as he loaded another vile into the contraption "don't worry Lao this is just some goodnight juice now take your medicine and good beddy bye… permanently" DeadPool quipped as he placed the device against Lao's head "this thing here is called a gun which was made by a certain business man but the writer doesn't want me to reveal him yet but don't worry we'll met him soon" Korra stood up and noticed the derange man named DeadPool blabber on as he pressed the barrel of his gun on Lao's temple. "LEAVE HIM ALONE" Korra shouted as she hurled a boulder towards DeadPool's face sending him flying across the street "OW MY FACE…I think you chipped my favorite tooth…ohh that's it, it is soo on" Deadpool shouted as he pulled out two katanas "Let me introduce you to my trusty rusty twin Katanas" spat Deadpool as he ran towards Korra dodging her onslaught of fireballs and boulders. *poof* Korra stared in shock as Deadpool disappeared in front of her very eyes *poof* "SHORYUKEN" shouted Deadpool as he reappeared in front of her delivering a devastating uppercut. Korra collapse while Deadpool leaned over her about to plunge his katanas into Korra's chest however Korra countered Deadpool's action by twirling her legs surrounding her area in fire while simultaneously kicking Deadpool's swords out of his hands "AHHH BE CAREFUL THOSE ARE COLLECTABLES" screamed Deadpool as Korra got in her fighting stance not realizing Lao's jacket was slightly singed at the edges. "ah screw this, your lucky the bro code dictates me from killing a fellow bro's girl…but it says nothing about beating the crap out of one" (hey umm its me Deadpool I just want to let you the awesome readers know that the writer and I don't condole abusing women just wanted to make that shout out ok back to the story-DP) Deadpool threatened as he pulled out his pistol. Lao looked up in his blurry vision to see DeadPool slowly walk towards Korra with his gun extended in Korra's direction, Lao summoned all of his strength to stand back up on his feet feeling the world spin as he fought to keep his balance. "HEY BUB… LETS FINISH THIS" Lao roared getting Deadpool's attention "hold on wolvie, don't be jealous ill be right with you after I knock out your bit- OOFF" Deadpool answered over his shoulder but was cutoff when Korra ran towards him and punted Deadpool between his legs "AHHH MY LITTLE DEADPOOLS" cried Deadpool as he rolled around on the ground with his hands between his legs. Korra ran to Lao's side making sure he was ok "you need to leave…NOW…get on the Damn ferry" demanded Lao as he slowly started to return back to his normal self. "NO. WE CAN HANDLE HIM…together" Korra persisted as she held Lao's hand while they booth looked in to each other eyes "Damn it…that old man was right…I am in love with her" thought Lao as he pulled Korra close and threw her on the boat and ordered the captain to take off while he showed him his claws, The Captain agreed as fear ran up his spine when he noticed Lao's claws. "DAMN IT LAO WHAT ARE YOU DOING" Korra shouted as she sprang back onto her feet "I cant let you get hurt Korra…don't worry I can handle him" Lao answered as he watched a horrified expression overcome Korra's face *Poof* "BOOONZZAIII" Deadpool screamed as he flew from the sky plunging his sword into Lao's back and threw his chest "ACKHH" Lao coughed as he spitted out blood while falling to his knees looking at the blade that protruded out of his chest. "Its time for a time out Mr." whispered Deadpool while he slowly pulled out his sword from Lao's back and in a downward strike he slashed threw Lao's neck. Korra's heart shattered as she watch Lao's head fall off his shoulder and his body go limp and plummet to the ground, Tears began to pour down Korra's cheek as the ferry quickly speed away watching Lao's lifeless body get smaller the further they got.

When the ferry finally docked at Air Temple Island Korra slowly made her way up the steps feeling weak and sick her eyes burning and glowing red. She pushed through the door to see a very irritated Tenzin and an equally worried Pema waiting "KORRA WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN. DO YOU KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS" shouted Tenzin as he stormed towards Korra, however he stopped halfway and took notice at her red eyes and tear stained cheeks in addition to her wearing Lao's leather jacket. "What's the matter? And where is Lao" questioned Tenzin while Pema rushed to her side. As soon as Tenzin mentioned Lao Korra began to bawl in front of both Tenzin and Pema "I-I… im sorry… Tenzin…Pema…Lao is dead. T..t-this guy in a red and black suit came out of no where and ambushed us… Lao tossed me to safety and then…he.. Stab Lao through the chest and chopped of his head as I watch unable to do anything" babbled Korra as tears poured down her cheeks unable to control her emotions she ran past both Tenzin and Pema towards her room. Both Pema and Tenzin stood there in shock, Pema knew Lao can heal fast but there is no way he can take a stab through the chest then have his head chopped off. Pema began to feel the tears building up in her eyes as she rushed outside and silently sobbed to herself until Tenzin rushed after her and pulled her in a embrace as he began comforting her "oh spirits Tenzin… what are we going to tell the kids…he was their older brother" Pema questioned in a panicked tone as tears still flowed down "we will figure something out Pema…at least…Lao is at peace in the spirit world… he will always live in are hearts" Tenzin whispered in Pema's ear as he wiped away Pema's tears placing a tender kiss on his wife's forehead, just as soon as they where about to walk back in a bizarre sound caught their attention *POOF* they turned around to see two figures standing behind them.

(One hour ago)

"Ohhhhhh wolvieeeeee…time to wake uuuuupppp *smack* c'mon stumpy *slap* rise and shine *smack* Up and at 'em *slap*that's how you want to play it…FINE *smack* THAT'S for all the clown jokes *slap* that's for never calling just to say Hi *smack* that's because I get aroused when I slap people haha *slap* that's for all the short hairy people in the world *smack* THAT'S because I feel like it *slap* that's because I like slapping fleshy things with this hand *smack* That's for being in more games, movies, and comics than me *slap* That's for making me Love you *smack* that's for making me Hate you *slap* that's for never taking us to the prom! *smack* that's for always working late *slap* that's for being short *smack* that's for stabbing me in the heart… Literally *slap* That's for being the worst wingman in bro-mance history *smack* you better hook me up with that HOT CAT Asami when we meet ME-OW…Grrllll *slap* that's for being a total douche to Korra when she apologized in the first chapter *smack* AND FINALLY *slap* that's because this whole paragraph was set up just to add one hundred ninety-five words to this chapter *smack*" *SHINK* "RRRRAAAGGHH" Lao roared as he plunge his claws through the head of Deadpool. Lao pushed aside Deadpool's lifeless body and placed his hand on his temple while his head throbbed in agonizing pain "how the hell am I"-"ow…c'mon that is so not cool bro" thought Lao but was interrupted by Deadpool as he pushed himself back on his feet startling Lao. "H-how are you alive…I stabbed you through you skull" questioned Lao in a disbelief tone. "C'mon Wolvie I know you got your memory erased but you have to remember that I also have your healing factor. And it is great by the way, the people who brainwashed and sent me to kill you don't even know how powerful our healing factor is. After I tell them I cut your head off and show them my blood stained sword they'll believe me and think your dead, sooo your welcome Logan" Deadpool explained as he slapped Lao on the back "uhh, the name is Lao… and I guess I can take a sword through the chest and get decapitated" Lao mentioned as he stood back up looking towards Air Temple island. "HA. Sure it is. Anyways I best be going" Deadpool stated as he walked in another direction only to have Lao pull him back by the back of his collar "Listen bub, you owe me. Your gonna teleport me to air temple island…*shinkt* YOU GOT THAT" Lao threatened as he pressed his claws against Deadpool's crotch "WHOA WOLVERINE…take it easy we're friends…alright hold onto the DP express" Yelled Deadpool in a relived tone when Lao remove his claws from Deadpool's family jewels. Lao placed his hand onto Deadpool's shoulder waiting to teleport *poof* *SPLASH* Lao emerged from the water his body in shock due to the freezing temperatures of the water while he shake uncontrollably. Deadpool quickly emerge after Lao "WHOA. THAT'S ONE HELL OF A PICK ME UP WHOHOO" shouted Deadpool only to have Lao's fist connect with his jaw instantly dislocating it "WHAT THE HELL ARE WE DOING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE OCEAN YOU IDIOT" shouted Lao as he strangled Deadpool. After Snapping his jaw back in place Deadpool preyed Lao's hands of his throat "easy. Easy. I can't teleport that far, look we're halfway there just wait a few seconds and we'll try again" argued Deadpool as he grabbed Lao's wrist *Poof*

*Poof* Lao and Deadpool teleported in front of Tenzin and Pema dripping as Lao slowly walked towards them "hey why y'all look so gloom…who died" spoked Lao as he slowly walked into the light of the moon revealing himself to Pema and Tenzin. "LAO" shouted both Tenzin and Pema as they ran towards Lao giving him a loving embrace squeezing him so tight that Lao struggled to breath. "AWWW that is sooo sweeeaat" Deadpool squealed. "We thought you were dead…Korra was crying her eyes out when she got here" Pema blubbered as she gave Lao a motherly kiss on the cheek while tears of joy streamed down her cheek. "Korra she is safe right" Lao asked as he tried to fight for air while returning back the embrace to both Pema and Tenzin. "yes she is fine. She is probably asleep by now and you should get some rest as well" informed Tenzin as both Pema and Tenzin released him from their death hug. Deadpool popped in between Lao and Tenzin "hey sorry to interrupt but I better get going…I still have to cash in on your bounty you know…gotta prove that I killed you" winked Deadpool as he flashed his blood stained Katana. *Poof* in an instant Deadpool disappeared in front of Pema and Tenzin's eyes. Everyone starred in shock as the man clad in red and black just magically disappeared in front of them. "Grrr I have a feeling this ain't the last time were gonna see that clown" joked Lao as he walked inside with Tenzin and Pema.

Lao slowly walked down the halls heading to his room re-imagining the look on Korra's face when she witnessed Deadpool thrust his sword through him. Lao slowly opened the door to his room only to witness a sleeping Korra Passed out in his bed clenching his leather jacket for dear life. Lao slowly tiptoed towards her and knelt down besides Korra and witnessed her tears stained cheek "its gonna take a lot more in this world to separate me from you…that's a promise" Lao whispered as he brushed aside her hair and softly laid a kiss on the top of her head. Lao stood up and spun around to leave Korra in his bed, however he stopped dead in his tracks when he saw Pema leaning against the door frame grinning from ear to ear. Lao's eye twitch as he felt his face began burning red "PEMA ARE YOU SERIOUS" Lao whispered in a loud hushed tone. "What? I think it's sweet" Pema giggled as she left Lao standing there with a frustrated look on his face.

Korra slowly rise out of Lao's bed wiping the drool off the corner of her mouth and a few dried tears. She walked out of Lao's room still wearing his leather jacket heading down the hall towards the kitchen to make herself some breakfast. When she entered the kitchen she noticed Tenzin and Pema sitting at the table acting as if nothing happen when they wished her good morning. Korra was about to flip when she noticed how unfazed they where that is until she heard an un-expecting voice from the Kitchen "good mornin there darlin. Was wonder'in when you where about to wake up" spoke Lao as he appeared out of the kitchen wearing a white muscle shirt and grey sweat pants while he leaned against the door frame. Korra stood there in shock, however when she was able to feel her legs she ran towards Lao lifting up his shirt as she ran her hands where she saw the sword penetrate then she cupped his cheeks while she observed his neck "h-how I-I saw him chop your head off" Korra stuttered while she ran her hand against his cheek. "he did…but I forgot to mention I kinda have a healing factor" Lao uttered Shepley. Korra wrapped her arms around Lao's neck and pulled him down in a tight embrace as a single tear of joy rolled down her cheek "this is for coming back to me safe" Korra whispered as she placed a single kiss on Lao's cheek making him feel all warm and fuzzy on the inside. "And this…" whispered Korra as her lips brushed the edges of Lao's ear sending a chill down his spine "IS FOR NOT TELLING ME THAT YOU CAN HEAL FROM DEAD SITUATIONS" shouted Korra as she thrusted her knee into Lao's groin "don't worry they'll heal" Korra snickered as she walked past him and into the Kitchen. Pema smiled as Lao fallowed Korra into the kitchen as they began arguing "I swear they belong together" Pema whispered to Tenzin while he watched in horror at the offensive language Korra and Lao used against each other "I honestly don't see it, if it was up to me I would put a restraining order on those two" Tenzin joked which was a rare site even for his wife Pema.

Hey guys sorry this chapter took so long and my second chapter was rushed and I know it kinda bombed lol. I hope I made it up with this chapter lol and like always R&R