Chapter: 4
Attraction
Lao sat on the cobble stone ground watching Korra attempt the basic fundamental aspect of Air bending. The contraption consisted of spinning gates and her objective was to be like the leaf and weave her way through the gates with out touching any of the gates while they spin…she continued to fail measurably. "Your doing it wrong you know" uttered Lao as he puffed at his cigar watching Korra being thrown from the gates and landing rough on her behind. "Well it would be easier if you weren't starring at my ass" argued Korra as she peaked over her shoulder waiting for Lao's reaction "I WASN'T…." "Yeah sure you weren't Lao" countered Lao but was interrupted by Korra as she bent over to stretch in front of him sending him a wink while slightly giggling when she noticed his face burn bright red. "y-you…you did that on purpose" stated Lao as he stood up from the ground looking away from Korra while trying to regain his composure "your doing that air bending training wrong, your to busy trying to force it" Lao argued as he stood beside Korra smoking in his cigar "oh then by all means "master Lao" show me how its done" teased Korra as she playfully shoved him aside. "Ok then…how about we make this interesting" Lao insisted as he blew smoke rings into the sky "what do you mean?" probed Korra as she raised her eyebrow studying Lao's intentions "simple. If I make it through in one try… you owe me a pack of cigars and not the cheap kind" answered Lao, however unbeknownst to Korra Lao had been studying Tenzin and his air bending training and has even mastered the spinning gate routine after his first few weeks on the island. "Ok fine. But if you fail. And you will. You have to take me to a nice restaurant and buy me dinner and do whatever I say that night… DEAL" answered Korra in a confident tone while extending her hand to seal their arrangement. "Ok it's a bet. Now watch and learn Korra" responded Lao as he handed Korra his cigar and stood in front of the spinning gates. Lao slowly stepped up and began maneuver and weave his way through the gates while simultaneously Korra's jaw dropped to the floor as she watched Lao gracefully make his way to the end of the gates. "Your to headstrong Korra you try to bash and force your way through anything. Try to think about your natural element water. Empty your mind be formless, shapeless like water… water can flow or it can crash." Lao retorted as he stood at the other end of the obstacle smiling at Korra's shocked expression. "h-how did you do that" questioned Korra as she stared in disbelief "it's just like I said Korra be formless and shapeless… plus Tenzin kinda trained me on my first few weeks on the island so I pretty much mastered this" explained Lao as he began to laugh at Korra's expression "so…you cheated and tricked me. Is that what you're saying" implied Korra as she stared Lao down with her signature death stare. Lao instantly felt himself began to melt as Korra stared him down "uhhh…yes. But it was supposed to help you understand the exercise" replied Lao as he laughed nervously. Korra slowly strutted her way to Lao swaying her hips with each step slowly mesmerizing Lao with her seductive walk. Korra pulled Lao close by his collar slightly grazing the tip of her nose with Lao's "since you cheated that means I win by default… so I'm gonna pick the restaurant and it wont be cheap. And…I…will…make that day a living hell for you Lao" threatened Korra as she placed Lao's cigar back in his mouth sending him a wink as she walked away swaying her hips. "What…the hell did I just get my self into" thought Lao
Lao walked around the perimeter of the air temple island ready to go out and view the city that is until he saw Korra outside punching her fist towards a newspaper that was pinned to a clothes line while Naga rested on the ground beside her. "AIRBEND…WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME…AIRBEND" shouted Korra as she repeatedly tried to summon a single gust of wind "I don't think it works that way darlin" Lao hinted as he slightly laughed at Korra's irritated look over her face "man even when she is pissed off with me she is still cute" Lao thought to himself as he cautiously walked a bit closer to Korra "ERRR CAN IT LAO….what are you doing out here so late" questioned Korra as she slightly calmed her nerves. "well I think I'm gonna go hit up the city… you should get some rest though ok" "aww look at you all concern for my well being that's so sweat" teased Korra as she playfully patted Lao on the cheek enjoying the sight of Lao slightly blushed cheeks "GRRRR…whatever… go get some sleep already" insisted Lao as he turned his back to Korra heading for the docks. "hey wait up I want to come with you" insisted Korra as she ran up beside Lao and wrapped her arm around Lao's "… I don't think that's such a good idea Korra…" Lao explained while he look deep into Korra's eyes, secretly he was going back to the old man's bar and sign up for the cage match and get some money so he could afford to take Korra out on the date "aww come on pleeeaase" begged Korra as she pouted her lips and batted her eyes while tugging on Lao's arm hoping it would convince him to let her go. Lao felt his face heat up "damn…she is so beautiful…especially under the moonlight" though Lao as he was lost in Korra's eyes *gulp* "No Korra. You have to stay your practically on thin ice with Tenzin" stated Lao as he gently slipped his arm out of Korra's trying not to agitate her "ERR WHY DO YOU HAVE TO BE A JERK LAO" screamed Korra as she shoved Lao away walking back to the house feeling stupid for trying to get close to him. Lao starred at Korra as she stormed back inside the house. Deep down Lao felt horrible however if Korra knew where he was going he was sure she would tear him apart "crap…im gonna have to make this up for her…maybe ill buy her something" thought Lao as he headed towards the docks.
Korra stormed through the door unintentionally bumping in to Pema "whoa Korra where is the fire" "THE "FIRE" IS ABOUT TO BE LAO BECAUSE HE IS A JERK" stated Korra with poison behind her tone. "Ohh great…what did he do now" exhaled Pema as she dragged her hand through her hair "I'm going to lecture Lao's ear off when I see him" thought Pema as she sat down with Korra. "All I wanted to do was hang out with him tonight…but he told me no because I'm on "thin ice" with Tenzin. He just so…ERR" growled Korra as she crossed her arms. Pema began to laugh hysterically as she placed a hand on Korra's shoulder "Korra… Lao does have a point… you do know that Lao talked Tenzin into letting you stay on the island in the first place" confessed Pema "he…he is the reason why I'm here?" questioned Korra in utter disbelief. "Yup he practically begged Tenzin for you to stay… now if it was up to me I would fallow Lao just to piss him off… as for Tenzin don't worry about him ill take care of him" Pema playfully insisted " now go fallow your man" Pema teased as she winked towards Korra leavening her sitting in disbelief.
Korra snuck out the back door catching a glimpse of Lao boarding the ferry, Korra dove into the water and fallowed the ferry making sure to stick to the shadows of the night. Lao leaned against the railing of the boat until a familiar lavender scent caught his attention *sniff sniff* Lao quickly turned around expecting to see Korra but was slightly relived when he noticed it was just him "must be imagining things" Lao thought to himself until he heard some splashing in the water. Lao peeked over the boat and noticed a moving shadow in the water "you gotta be kiddin me…does she have any idea what she is risking" Lao argued in his head. Once the ferry docked Korra slowly emerged from the water waiting to see Lao get off the boat however, after five minutes went by Korra feared that she somehow missed him "Crap. Where did he go? How did I miss him?" Korra argued to herself until she got her answer "Psst…Up here" Korra slowly looked up to see Lao glaring at her as he leaned over the rail of the ferry. Korra climbed up in to the boat giving Lao a sheepish grin hoping it would cool the situation down "ARE YOU KIDDIN ME I ASKED YOU TO DO ONE THING. ONE THING. AND YOU CANT EVEN DO THAT" shouted Lao in a furious tone "but I-""I DON'T WANT TO HEAR IT KORRA… YOU'RE RISKING TOO MUCH….ERRR… and your soakin wet " shouted Lao but slowly cooled down his temper when he starred at Korra who looked like a little kid being scolded by their parents "ah hell… I can't stay mad at her especially when she looks like that" thought Lao as he slipped off his jacket and wrapped her up in it. "I…I thought you were mad" questioned Korra as she wrapped her self in the jacket "I AM…. But you'll catch a cold if you don't cover up" explained Lao as he pulled her in close secretly taking in her scent. "Hey captain when is your next ferry to Air Temple Island?" Lao questioned the man who was captain of the boat "bad news young man you and your girlfriend won't be seeing air Temple Island till morning, sorry" the captain stated as he walked off the dock. Korra was waiting for Lao to object when the captain called her his girlfriend but she was surprised when she notice Lao nod in agreement "well… I guess your gonna be taggin along with me darlin… now lets get going" insisted Lao as he stood up and walked with Korra by his side. Korra blushed as she leaned closer into Lao's arm "he didn't correct that guy when he called me his girlfriend…Hmph me and him together…" the mere thought of them together made Korra blush and feel a comforting warmth in her chest.
Lao and Korra walked side by side till they entered the slums of the city and stopped in front of a huge neon sign that spelled "Bar" "what the hell are we doing here Lao" questioned Korra as she stopped Lao from entering the bar "what…this is where I went when I stormed off of Air Temple Island after my nightmare. The owner is a real cool guy he'll let you in" Lao explained as he held the door for Korra. The Bar was crowded with a mob of men and women gathered around the huge steel cage in the center of the bar "c'mon darlin this crowd is a little rough" Lao shouted over the crowd as he held Korra's hand and led her to the Bar. "Hey old timer quite a turn out huh" Lao spoked to the old man over the counter "well hey there kid. You look less like shit today" Lao and the old man shared a smile while Korra slowly peeked over Lao's shoulder "ahh is this the girl you where talking about. Your right kid she is beautiful" Korra slightly blushed at the complement "so you think I'm beautiful huh" winked Korra as she playfully elbowed Lao. Korra stood on her toes to whisper in Lao's ear "when where you planning on telling me huh….darlin" teased Korra making Lao's face burn bright red. "anyway what can I do for you kid" the old man chuckled "she reminds me of my bonnie…always trying to make me blush in front of people just cause she can" the old man thought to him self as he placed a glass of water in front of Korra. "I was wonderin if it ain't too late to sign up for the cage match tonight… I kinda need the cash" explained Lao as he reached into his wallet and handed the old man fifty yuan "WHOA WHOA ARE YOU CRAZY LAO. I was just playing when I said you where going to take me to a fancy restaurant… you don't need to do this" Korra begged in a worried tone. "ill be fine darlin" Lao reassured Korra as he took off his shirt "do you mine holdin this for me" asked Lao as Korra drooled over Lao's bare chest "….uh..wh-what did you say" uttered Korra as she tried to pry her eyes off of Lao's half naked body as she blindly tried to reach for Lao's shirt. Lao smirked at Korra's reaction to him shirtless "maybe ill try walkin around the house shirtless a little more often" Lao mused to himself as he walked into the cage. Fight after fight Lao emerge victorious Korra leaned over the counter "how many more fighters are left?" Korra questioned the old man as he wiped one of the glasses "there should be one more left…but he has been the local champ for three years…your boyfriend gonna have a hell of a fight" answered the old man with a hint of worry in his voice. Korra turned her attention back to the cage to see Lao leaning against the metal fence as the announcer stepped in the middle of the ring "LADIES AND ALL MY YEARS, I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE THIS" the ring announcer shouted in which the crowd roared and barked in response. "ARE YOU GONNA LET THIS MAN WALK AWAY WITH YOUR MONEY-""ILL FIGHT HIM" shouted the ring announcer and in return a towering man stood from the crowd and answered him. Korra looked at the behemoth sized man he stood a good two feet taller then Lao and was not as muscular as Lao but his size made him look intimidating "LADIES AND GENTLEMAN OUR SAVIOR. What ever you do don't hit him in the balls" the ring announcer shouted but then gave the large man advice "YOU SAID ANYTHING GOES" the large man shouted giving the ring announcer a death stare "yeah anything goes but…he'll take it personal" *ding ding ding* the ring announcer made his way out of the cage while the towering man kicked Lao in the back sending him crashing against the steel cage while the large man continued to pummel his fist across Lao's face then delivered a bone shattering kick with his boot to Lao's rib cage. Korra pushed and shoved her way to the cage to where Lao was laying on the ground "LAO STOP THIS PLEASE… DON'T HURT YOURSELF FOR ME" Lao looked up into Korra's eyes and he could've sworn he thought she looked as if she was about to cry "Its ok darlin…I have him on the ropes" reassured Lao as he sent Korra a wink "HEY THERE SUGAH. HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO SPEND THE NIGHT WITH A REAL MAN" the huge man flirted as he eyed Korra up and down licking his lips. Lao began to growl as he slowly stood up from the ground, the large man was just about to deliver a devastating right jab until Lao punched the man's hand sending a loud crack through the entire area. The large man wailed in pain as he stumbled back holding his hand, Lao stared at the man giving him a death stare as he connected a jaw breaking left hook that sent the large man flying to the other side of the cage. As soon as the man bounce off the cage he stumble towards Lao in a daze in which Lao gave him a earth shattering head butt that knock the man out cold. Korra stared in amazement at how quickly Lao turned the table on the large man "LADIES AND GENTLEMAN TONIGHTS WINNER AND THE NEW KING OF THE CAGE…THE WOLVERINE" the announcer shouted as Lao walked over the unconscious man giving him one last swift kick to the head. "WOOOOHOOO ALRIGHT LAO" screamed Korra as she pushed and shoved past everyone grabbing a hold of Lao and pulling him in a tight hug, Lao stood there in shock but he returned the gesture by hugging her back "well ill be damned…he did it, and he got the girl…Hmph…they remind me of us bonnie" the old man thought as a single tear streamed down his cheek while he witnessed Korra and Lao share a loving hug. Korra and Lao sat at the bar swapping stories with the old man both sharing laughs at each other expense that is until they were interrupted "you owe me some money… no man takes a beating like that and doesn't have a mark to show for it now pay up" Lao slowly turned his head to see the Large man standing behind him covered in bruises "You lost your money, you keep this up you'll lose something else" growled Lao as he ignored the man. "hey there honey the offer still stands. If you want to ditch this loser and spend the night with a real man let me know…ill show you a good time that'll have you beggin for more" The man taunted as he turned around but pulled out a nine inch pocket knife and was just about to stab Lao until he swiftly turned around and countered the man's blade and pushed him against the wall *SHINKT* two of Lao's claws shot out grazing each side of the large man's neck while the middle claw slowly protruded out stopping just an inch away from puncturing the man's throat. "NO ONE TALKS TO HER LIKE THAT….im gonna enjoy killing you bub" Lao growled through his teeth and just before Lao was about to deliver the killing blow he felt a pair of feminine arms wrap around his waist and the scent of lavender filled his senses. Lao glared behind to see Korra hugging him as tight as she could "Please Lao you don't need to do this…your not a killer…your not a monster…please" Korra begged as she starred into Lao's eyes. "Dammit…there is no saying no to her" Lao thought to himself as he growled in defeat Lao leaned over to whisper into the large man's ear "You should be grateful…she just saved your life" Lao growled in a hush tone as he retracted his claws watching the piss running down the man's pant leg as he scurried out of the bar. Korra snuggled her head against Lao's back as she tiptoed to whisper in Lao's ear "thank you Lao, I know that must have been difficult for you to fight the urge to finish that perv but your better than that…oh and by the way I would rather spend the night in your bed just so you know" Korra teased as she playfully bit down on Lao's earlobe and left Lao to stand there red in the face and completely incapable to register what just happened *SHINKT* Lao stared down in shock as his claws unintentionally popped out of his knuckles with out his knowing. Korra looked over her shoulder and gave Lao a sly look "I was always wondering what else made those claws of yours pop out, now I have my answer" teased Korra as she winked at Lao. Lao looked down at his claws "GRRR…traitors" *SHINKT* Lao said to himself as his claws popped back in his knuckles. Lao and Korra said goodbye to the old man before the old man pulled Lao aside to give him some last advice "Listen kid if your gonna listen to anything I have to say listen to this, that girl of yours is special. Don't take her for granted…she not only cares about you she is also your anchor, meaning she keeps you from making bad choices like when you where about to gut that man .BAR you dumbass" the old man scolded. "anyway…promise me you wont let her slip away" the old man stated as both Lao and the old man starred at Korra, Lao felt a smile across his face "you bet old timer… you where right you know…I think I do love her" whispered Lao as he continued to stare at the unaware Korra. Lao and Korra walked out of the bar while the old man watch them leave "take care you two…please" whispered the old man as they left his bar.
While Lao and Korra walked through the city they came across a radio store "TONIGHTS PRO BENDING MATCH FEATURES THE PLATYPUS BEARS AGAINST THE UP AND COMING ROOKIE TEAM THE FIRE FERRETS" blared the radio broadcast "OHH CAN WE GO PLEASE LAO" begged Korra as she tugged at his arm. Lao rolled his eyes "man she can act like a real kid" thought Lao as he nodded in agreement, Lao and Korra rushed through the city making it to the front of the pro bending stadium as they gasp for air "this…would be easier…if I invest…in a damn motorcycle" joked Lao in between breathes. In which Korra playfully punched Lao in the shoulder as she grabbed him by the hand and lead him through the stadium. Lao and Korra both stumbled in the locker room and witnessed both a depressed Mako and Bolin looking gloom. "We didn't miss your match did we? You guys look like you lost already" questioned Korra as she stood by Lao "our water bender is a no good no show" complained Mako as he leaned against the wall crossing his arms in frustration "you got two minutes to come out ready to play or your disqualified" said the referee as he stuck his head through the door "well there goes are shot at the tournament… and the winnings" complained Mako as he sighed in defeat "Lao…do you think you could help…aren't you some kind of metal bender" Begged Bolin "I'm not a bender period and isn't there a rule about having two earth benders on one team" Lao explained. The fire ferrets looked defeated that is until an idea popped in Korra's head "How bout me. I'm a top notch water bender if I do say so myself" insisted Korra "but you're the avatar, isn't that cheating" questioned Bolin "it ain't cheating if she just uses water bending" explained Lao as he placed his hand on Korra's shoulder. "No way. Id rather forfeit then look like a fool out there" argued Mako, Lao stepped in front of Mako's face growling at him "GRRRR. From the looks of it you don't have that many options pretty boy. SO QUIT BEING A LITTLE BABY AND DEAL WITH IT… I know she can do it" threatened Lao as Mako nodded in agreement. Korra beamed with excitement as she ran to go slip on a uniform "that girl, is crazy" uttered Mako as he sighed in defeat in which Lao chuckled " Bub…you have no idea" retorted Lao. As Mako and Bolin walked to the platform to lead them to the arena Lao pulled Korra aside "Good luck out there Darlin I know you'll knock 'em dead" Lao reassured Korra as he placed a hand on her shoulder as Korra smiled while the helmet fell slightly in front of her face covering her sight temporarily. "and thanks again for sticking up for me Lao… it really means a lot" Stated Korra as she pulled Lao in a tight hug taking in his musky scent while simultaneously Lao took in her sweet lavender aroma
Lao remained in the V.I.P section as he starred down at Korra and the rest of the team waiting for the match to start. As Korra walked in the middle of the arena standing next to Mako "Lao better know what he is doing" stated Mako as he got in his stance ready to face the platypus bears. Korra looked up in the stands to see Lao leaning over the rail with a lit cigar in his mouth starring down at her "Don't worry…he does" whispered Korra as a slight blush appeared on her cheeks "is it possible…. Am I in love with Lao" thought Korra but was snapped out of her thought when she heard the bell that signaled the start of the match. As soon as Korra heard the bell she water bends one of the opposing team's players of the side of the arena. Lao stared in shock with his mouth open as his cigar fell to the ground "…she does know the rules to this sport does she" Lao said to himself as he felt his eye begin to twitch. "WOOOHOO MAN OVER BOARD" Korra shouted as she ran in a circle celebrating but was interrupted when she heard a whistle "Fire Ferret Water Bender penalty. Move back one zone" the official demanded "what? Why?" "You're only aloud to knock players off the back of the ring, not over the side" explained Mako in which Korra stood there slightly embarrassed while Lao continue to watch Korra make fouls then he noticed the platypus bears began to focus their attacks solely on Korra Making Lao furious "GRRRR… YOU COWARDS QUIT FOCUSING ON THE GIRL" shouted Lao until Korra was so overwhelmed that she used her earth bending abilities to protect her self "….oooh shit" murmured Lao as he ran his hand through his hair while Korra stood their as she sheepishly smiled. "I CAN NOT BELIVE FOLKS IT SEEMS THAT THE WATER BENDER ON THE FIRE FERRETS IS THE AVATAR" the radio announcer yelled over the intercom Lao heard the announcer and instantly was filled with panic " .NO SHUT UP. SHUT UP" shouted Lao as he waved his arms hoping to get the man's attention "well…it's not like Tenzin fallows this sport" Lao reassured himself. Tenzin walked to the group of white Lotus guards that where huddled around their radio "Pardon me everyone have you seen Korra and Lao, I have checked both of their rooms and they were not their" asked Tenzin as he stood behind the guards "YOU'VE GOTTA BE KIDDING ME SHE IS THE AVATAR" the voice in the radio explained in a excited tone. Tenzin stood their furious as his right eye began to twitch uncontrollably "ILL GET HER MYSELF" shouted Tenzin as he stormed off the island. Lao stood their relived as they allowed Korra to continue to compete however, it was instantly replaced with worry when he witnessed Korra sent tumbling off the arena "NOO KORRA" Lao shouted as he took off down the corridor shoving his way past people as he entered the lower level of the stadium where the players where knock off the arena. Lao ran to the edge of the water and waited in anticipation to see if Korra was ok that is until a towering shadow drew his attention behind him. Lao starred at a very furious Tenzin trying to think of an excuse "uhhh…shit" uttered Lao as Korra emerge from the water to witness a fuming Tenzin standing behind an equally uneasy Lao. "oh hey Tenzin, I thought you didn't like coming to these matches" Korra uttered nervously as Lao helped her out of the water "Once again you have flagrantly disobeyed my orders, You where to stay on the Island. Let's go" just before Lao was going to interrupt Tenzin Korra beat him to it "No. I'm…we're kinda in the middle of something" stated Korra as she stood next to Lao. Lao glanced to his left to see Korra standing strong and confident as she stood shoulder to shoulder with him. "I have tried my very best to get through to you by being gentle and patient, but clearly the only thing you respond to is force. SO I AM ORDERING YOU TO COME BACK TO THE TEMPLE RIGHT NOW" Tenzin demanded as he stared down Korra. Lao had enough of Tenzin trying to control Korra, he knew Tenzin meant well but he was going about it all wrong Korra isn't someone you can control. Lao stepped in front of Tenzin glaring up at the man he respected "Listen Bub… I understand where you comin from Korra can be a real pain in the ass trust me I know-""HEY YOU ASS" interrupted Korra as she punched Lao in the shoulder. "But, you can't control her. In a way she is just like your father when he was young remember in the damn stories when the air nomads told him to do…ehh somthin I don't remember but he left the island and was frozen for over a hundred years" insisted Lao but was cut off by Tenzin "that is a ludicrous example. To even compare my father Aang and Korra is simply preposterous" interjected Tenzin. "Sorry Tenzin Korra has a match to finish" declared Lao as he held Korra's hand and led her to the rising platform to take her up to the arena. Tenzin marched towards the two ready to take them by force if necessary that is until Lao stopped him "please Tenzin…she needs this…she needs to prove to her self that she can do it" Lao begged as Tenzin watched Korra rising to the upper arena. Lao walked with Tenzin hoping to cool him down while simultaneously watching the pro bending match, Lao watched as Mako and Bolin where cornered between the ropes helpless to help Korra as she was being pushed to the edge of the arena "c'mon darlin…I know you can do it" Lao said to himself as Korra teetered against the edge of the arena she looked up to see Lao's face and felt a reassurance "Be…like water" Korra thought as she emptied her mind and finally grasped the idea of being formless. Lao stared in amazement at the sight of Korra slipping and weaving all of the player's attacks "TENZIN CHECK THIS OUT" Lao shouted in excitement. Tenzin turned and witnessed Korra dodging their attacks like a true Air bender "How about that" uttered Tenzin as he stood next to Lao also starring in amazement. Korra dodge the other team's barrage of attacks draining the other team member's stamina. Then the fire ferrets picked off the other players one by one with Korra delivering the final knockout. Tenzin was the first to shout his excitement instantly regaining his composure however, Lao wasn't concern about appearances "WHOOHOO HELL YEAH KORRA. THAT'S MY GIRL" Lao shouted however his hands shot up to his mouth as the last words slipped out. Lao slowly looked over his shoulder to see Tenzin starring at him with a smug look on his face "ahh crap…please tell me you won't tell Pema about this" stated Lao as he observed Tenzin stroking his beard. Korra stared in amazement at her accomplishment and she could have sworn she heard Lao scream "that's my girl" in the stands Korra couldn't help but giggle at the blushed Lao standing in the stands. Korra joined Bolin in his celebration while Mako slowly stepped towards the two "Korra…what can I say, you really came alive in that last round. The way you dodge their attacks you are a natural" complimented Mako as he stood in front of Korra "thanks but I cant take all the credit, someone…special taught me those moves" stated Korra as she looked up at Lao as they both shared a smile. Korra ran down the corridor after changing out of her uniform she needed to see Lao. Lao took off from the stands pushing through the crowd that is until he slammed into a woman with slick flowing red hair and a slim figure that complemented her curves "oh hello their handsome…*hiccup* what's a good looking guy like you doing here all alone" the woman slurred as she forced herself on him "uhhh…I'm actually here with someone and-" Lao tried to explain but was interrupted by the very attractive red head "shhh…*hiccup* well since your alone why don't we go and have some fun… we could go dancing, get some drinks and end the night…in my bed" the woman insisted in a sultry tone as she ran her finger down Lao's chest as she licked her lips. Lao didn't need to be a detective to notice that she was on a whole other level of drunk however her bright red lips and her beautiful flowing red hair was mesmerizing for Lao. Lao snapped himself out of his thoughts and was about to reject her offer however someone behind him beat him to it "EHEM" Lao felt a chill as cold as death run down his spin as he slowly looked over his shoulder to see an agitated Korra with her arms crossed as she violently tapped her foot against the ground giving Lao her signature death stare. "ohh what a cute girl" the drunken woman stated then she leaned close practically pushing herself against him "when your ready to spend time with a real woman…give me a call or better yet ill come find you... my name is Jing…Jing grey" whispered Jing as she slipped him a piece of paper and kissed Lao on the corner of his mouth smiling at Korra's flabbergasted expression as she sent Korra a quick wink. Lao stood there in shock as he watched the drunken woman walk her way out of the stadium. Lao looked down at the paper in his hand but in a flash Korra snatched it out of his hand ripped it apart and set it in flames as she glared at Lao "oh shit…this is a new level of pissed off I've never seen before" Lao thought to himself as he watched and waited for Korra's next move. "Grrr… LET'S GO LAO. HMPH" growled Korra as she stormed off leaving him confused "did…did she just growl…at me?" Lao thought to himself as he took off after Korra.
Lao fallowed behind Korra as she ignored Lao's attempts to talk to her "THAT STUPID RED HEADED BITCH…who does she think she is trying to seduce Lao like that… would Lao have gone with her if I wasn't there…" Korra pondered these questions as she continued to walk in front of Lao completely drowning him out with her own insecurities. Lao was getting frustrated at Korra's silent treatment as he continued to fallow and ask her what was wrong with out getting a response. "GRRR THATS IT HOLD ON KORRA" growled Lao as he grabbed Korra's hand and turned her around. Lao could instantly see the hurt in her eyes and knew that he was responsible for her pain. "What's the matter Korra?" questioned Lao as he looked deep into her eyes. Korra stared into Lao's glossy brown eyes as she thought of a way to justify her feelings "its…it was that stupid read head tramp…I'm just mad that a girl can act like that and get away with it" argued Korra as a slight blush covered her cheeks. Lao stared at Korra's reaction and whispered "are you…jealous?" questioned Lao as he waited for an answer. Korra felt her face burn bright red, Korra tried to hide her face so she did the only thing that came to her mind. Korra gave Lao a excruciating upper cut to Lao's gut however Lao caught her punch and pulled her in a gentle hug. "w…would you have gone with her…if I wasn't there" Korra questioned as she tried to avoid Lao's gaze. Lao looked deep into Korra's glistening cyan blue eyes "Nah…she may have been pretty but she ain't my type" Korra was instantly relieved with Lao's answer but she started thinking what was Lao's type "uhh then what is your type" Korra questioned as she raised her eyebrow starring Lao down. Lao looked at Korra's face almost as if he can read Korra's mischievous thoughts "my type? Ha…Id say it would have to be a girl who is strong, independent, doesn't take crap from no one and isn't afraid to be herself" explained Lao then he lowered his head to whisper in her ear "basically someone like you darlin" whispered Lao as he smiled watching the blush cover Korra's face. Korra looked up at Lao's face and pulled him down by his collar "good answer" stated Korra as they both looked into each others eyes. Lao slowly leaned in as Korra closed her eyes. Korra felt as if her heart was in her throat she was filled with anticipation as she moved in closer slightly tiptoeing to reach Lao's lips. Lao closed his eyes as he was just inches from her lips *BRRR BRRR* "THE FERRY RIDE TO AIR TEMPLE ISLAND IS ABOUT TO LEAVE IF YOU KIDS WANT TO MAKE IT THERE BY MORNING" the captain shouted as he snapped both Lao and Korra out of their tender moment . both Lao and Korra gave the captain a death stare sending him a clear message as he slowly walked back in the boat. Korra and Lao both laughed nervously as they walked back on to the ferry. Lao rested with Korra at the back of the boat watching Korra resting against his shoulder, Lao slowly moved his shoulder making sure she was asleep "she still worn out from the match" Lao said to himself as he wrapped his arm around Korra. Korra slowly opened one eye as she pretended to be asleep "he is so warm…I can fall asleep in his arms…that gives me an idea" Korra thought to herself but was snapped out of her daydream when she felt Lao kiss her forehead. Korra eyes snapped open as she looked up at Lao only to see that he was looking out to the horizon. "Did…he just kiss me…" thought Korra as she snuggled up against Lao slightly smiling at the situation.
As Korra and Lao walked up the steps of air Temple Island they witnessed Tenzin standing in front of the training tool as the monks of the island exchanged the spinning gates with new ones. "Tenzin…I'm really sorry…about everything I said. I was really frustrated with myself and I took it out on you" Korra apologized to Tenzin as she slightly looked down at her feet standing by Lao's side. "I think I owe you an apology too. I was trying to teach you about patience, but I lost mine" Tenzin stated as he gave Korra a gentle smile. "so… no hard feelings" uttered Korra as she smiled at Tenzin "of course not, by the way you where really good out there tonight you moved just like an airbender" complimented Tenzin. "Wait… you stayed" Korra questioned in shock "I did…well Lao made me stay he was right you did need this" explained Tenzin. Korra looked up at Lao as she intertwined her arm with his as she held his hand. Tenzin walked towards the two and stopped in front of Lao "so Lao…do you have anything to say to me…perhaps an apology" Stated Tenzin as he stroked his beard "Mmm…Nah. Ill see you in the mornin Tenzin" stated Lao as he smack Tenzin rather hard against his arm as he walked away with Korra giggling by his side "oh and by the way, I kinda permanently joined the fire ferrets and we're playing in the tournament in a couple of weeks" Korra yelled over her shoulder as she dragged Lao along side her. "err…those two are going to be the death of me" Tenzin stated as he let out a heavy sigh.
Lao stood in his room as he started to undressed out of his street clothes while his super suit laid on his bed. Korra just finished changing into her sleep wear which consisted of dark grey shorts and a dark blue undershirt. Lao just took of his shirt and was still in his jeans and was just about to put on his super suit that is until he heard his door open. Korra walked in Lao's room as she stared at Lao's muscular body but her attention was dragged to his super suit that laid on his bed "oh no. not tonight" Korra ordered as she locked the door behind her and walked over to his bed. "whoa whoa what do you think you're doing darlin" questioned Lao as he watched Korra take Lao's super suit and throw it in his closet. "your staying here tonight even if I have to force you into bed myself" Korra threatened as she glared at Lao trying desperately not to get distracted at Lao's body. "Force me into bed?... that don't sound like a bad idea darlin" Lao joked as he winked at Korra enjoying Korra's expression that was mixed with frustration and embarrassment. "Shut up…I wasn't talking about that not like that red headed broad from the arena" Korra spat with venom and hostility towards the red headed woman. "alright alright I get it your still jealous towards that girl" Lao joked as he sat next to Korra, Korra frowned at Lao as she playfully hit him upside the head with one of his pillows. Lao sat at his bed observing Korra's attire especially Korra's smooth legs "man…those shorts and that under shirt complements her figure better than that red headed broad at the stadium" Lao thought as he eyed Korra's legs and even her chest but quickly looked down and away from her hoping he wasn't to obvious . Korra caught Lao's weird behavior "is he checking me out…this is going to be fun" Korra thought to herself as she playfully pushed her chest against his body like the woman at the arena did and slowly whispered in Lao's ear "Lay down darlin" Korra whispered in a seductive tone. Lao hesitantly scooted further in his bed as he lay down on the left side. Korra smiled slyly as she seductively crawled over Lao's body while Lao tried not to stare at Korra's cleavage. Korra plopped down next to Lao's side as she pulled his blanket over both of them and cuddled up beside him. Lao stared at Korra "you know you have a bed of your own darlin…" Lao questioned nervously "I know but this is to make sure you don't leave as soon as I leave your room… plus… I told you id rather sleep in you bed" Korra answered as she gently kissed Lao's neck. "To think that red head tried to steal me away from you" Lao teased in which Korra replied by biting down on his neck making sure to leave a bruise. "ow what the hell was that for" argued Lao as he traced his finger across the fresh bruise "just in case that slut tries something again she'll see this and it should send a message" Korra whispered as she laid her head on his chest "a message?… what kinda message?" Lao thought as he notice the extremely tired Korra slowly doze off. "Hmph…ill save that question for another day" Lao thought to himself as he pulled Korra in closer. Korra couldn't help but smile as she nuzzled her head against Lao's chest "I can't believe I'm sleeping in Lao's bed. And I gave him a love mark…just in case that broad sees it she'll know that he is mine and she should back off unless she wants to lose some teeth" Korra thought to her self as she placed one last kiss on his chest.
(A hidden base in the wilderness)
A young girl with similar features as Lao and with long brown hair that ran down her back runs down the corridor of the base as guards dressed in black mask with goggles and electrified gloves and batons chased her until they trapped her in a corner. They slowly circled around the young girl ready to close in and subdue her. The young child looked over her shoulder and like a cornered animal she began to growl "GRRRR…. You punks better back off if you want to keep your body parts…IM NOT GOING BACK INTO THAT CAGE…IM NOT AN ANIMAL" the young girl threatened *SHINKT SHINKT* two claws popped out of her knuckles as a third claw popped out of each of her feet. "ARRRGGH" the young girl screamed as she lunged at the guards slicing off their limbs and chopping them down one by one. One by one the guards fell as the young girl was covered in blood that is until one of the guards smashed one of his batons against the back of her head instantly knocking her out "weapon X-23 is subdued I repeat X-23 is subdued" the guard reported *poof* *SHHHINK* (HEY ITS ME AGAIN DEADPOOL. Did you really think I was just going to pop in just for one chapter? IM A FAN FAVORITE). Deadpool watched as the guards head fall of his shoulder but his attention was cut short when he felt two small but similar claws puncture his ribs "ACKH… lady I'm trying to help you save those deadly shish kabobs for the bad guys ok kid" Deadpool explained as he preyed the young girls claws out of his back. "HOW CAN I TRUST YOU" the young girl snarled as she got in her fighting stance ready for the chance to slice his head off. "Because I know your father… well he is technically your father I guess… anyway I know the man they cloned you from…Lao. I can take you to him but first we need to get the hell outta here" Deadpool explained while he frantically waved his arms in front of her. The young girl sniffed the air and she smelled that he was telling the truth. *SHINKT* "grrrrr ok fine take me to him. NOW" the girl snarled as her claws slid back into her knuckles and feet. The next thing they knew another squad of guards came rushing down the hall ready to attack them both. The little girl got in her stance only to have Deadpool stand in front of her "haha please. Kid watch and learn" Laughed Deadpool as he pulled out his automatic pistols "DIE. DIE DIE. DIE DIE DIE. DIE." Deadpool shouted as he unleashed a barrage of bullets ripping the guards apart leaving them filled with lead and holes. Deadpool twirled his pistols and put them back in their holsters "HA YOU SEE THAT SHIT. YOU EQUALIST AND BENDERS AINT GOT SHIT ON THE REGENERATING DEGENERATE YOU DUMBASS FUC-" *SHINKT* Deadpool was cut off when the young girl shot her claw out of her foot and kicked him between his legs. "AHHHAA…why…you're the second girl to do that" Deadpool wined in a high pitch voice (HEY WHAT THE HELL IS WITH ME GETTING KICKED IN THE BALLS… THE LITTLE DEADPOOLS CANT TAKE THIS PUNISHMEANT) "TAKE ME OUT OF HERE NOW" the young lady demanded. "FFFFine…lets get the hell outta here and meet the rest of the team" Deadpool uttered as he grabbed the girl and vanished out of the building. After a few more teleportations they entered the city "WELL…where the hell is he" the young girl demanded "just hold on…god your just like your dad…I mean…ah screw it lets call him your dad" Deadpool stated while the young girl growled at him "first we need to get you out of those scrubs…Luckily the equalist think Lao's dead and boy do they pay handsomely" Deadpool said as he pulled out a sack (HEE HEE YOU SAID SACK) of Yuan's.
The sun light slowly beamed through Lao's window and landed on Korra's face slowly waking her up. Korra looked up to see the still sleeping Lao as she felt his chest rise up and down. Korra looked at where she bit him and surprisingly he still had the bruise on his neck "I thought he had a healing factor…I guess its not a severe wound so it wont heal as rapidly… I don't know and I don't care" Korra thought as she kissed his chest taking in his musky scent. "sooo…nothing happened between you two huh" Korra felt her face go white as fear ran up her spine as she slowly looked up at the door to see Pema leaning against the door with her arms crossed and a sly look across her face "does privacy exist in this house" Korra spat at Pema "it does but seeing your expression like this is to fun and cute" Pema cooed as she turned to walk down the hall but stopped and turned her head "I hope you two are using protection…you don't want to end up like me at your age do you? " Pema teased as she sent Korra a wink making her face burn bright red "WE DIDN'T DO THAT PEMA" screamed Korra as she threw a pillow towards her. Lao's head jerked up "what-what….what happened" Lao murmured as he looked back and forth "nothing…its just Pema… she thinks we slept with each other" Korra explained "but didn't we sleep with each other though" Lao joked in which Korra playfully slapped his bare chest leaving a bright red hand print. Korra rolled on top of Lao and straddled him as she seductively whispered in his ear "If we did "sleep" with each other you would have claw marks down your back and be sore" Korra slowly rise up as she still straddled him stretching purposely showing off her chest towards him. Lao stared in amazement "man she is so beautiful…oh crap no not now" Lao panicked, just before he was going to adjust his position he heard Korra gasp. Korra was shocked when she felt something poke against her "wow I'm good" Korra thought to her self as she looked over her shoulder to see Lao's predicament. "Well good morning. glad to see that someone happy to see me" Korra teased as she rolled off of Lao "uhh..i..you see…it's the morning and-" Lao stammered until Korra interrupted "yeah sure it is Lao" teased Korra as she got out of Lao's bed. Korra was half way out the door until she turned back around and planted a kiss on Lao's forehead "I almost forgot…good morning" Korra said with a smile. Lao chuckled as he got out of bed "good morning to you too darlin" Lao said as he slipped on a muscle shirt and walked out of the room with Korra heading to get some breakfast.
Lao sat next to Korra as they ate Breakfast with Tenzin and the rest of his family. Everyone eyed how close Korra and Lao where at the table "so are you and Lao in love now, Are you two going to get married, are you going to have kids, ohh can I babysit pleeeaase" Ikki rambled which made Lao choke on his juice while Korra stammer for an explanation as she grew more red in the face with each question. "Lao and Korra siting in a tree K-I-S-S-I-N-G" Meelo mocked but stop when he noticed Lao began to growl at him. "this reminds me of one of my romance novels where the prince and the princess where in love and got married before they where twenty" Jinora added as she popped her head from one of the books she was reading, while Pema and Tenzin slightly giggled at their expense. Just before Lao and Korra where about to object they heard a loud recognizable sound from outside *POOF* "great because we didn't have enough problems this mornin" Lao said aloud as he got up and left with Korra following him. "OHHHH WOLVIE IM HOME DEAR" shouted Deadpool as he stood in front of the house holding a bouquet of flowers. Lao stared in disbelief "the hell you doing here Deadpool" Lao shouted as he walked down the steps stopping a few feet from Deadpool. Deadpool tossed the flowers aside as he stepped aside to reveal a young little girl who looked startling similar like Lao "Lao let me introduce you to your daughter" Deadpool shouted which caused Lao to feel weak in his legs "m-my…daughter?" Lao stuttered "YOU HAVE A DAUGHTER" Lao flinched when he heard Pema and Korra simultaneously roar as they stormed towards him. Pema pulled the corner of Lao's ear almost ripping it off while Korra smacked him upside the head "YOU HAVE A DAUGHTER AND YOU DIDN'T TELL ME ABOUT HER. ARE YOU MARRIED LAO. WHEN WHERE YOU PLANNING ON TELLING ME THAT HUH." Korra screamed in Lao's ear. "IM NOT MARRIED…at least I don't think I am" Lao stated "YOU DON'T KNOW? WHAT THE HELL DOES THAT MEAN" Pema scolded at Lao "Uhh hello amnesia remember. Now let go of my ear" Lao explained as he got Pema to release his ear. Korra's hand slapped Lao across the face "YOU HAVE AMNESIA AS WELL. IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU FORGOT TO MENTION" Korra screamed as Lao rubbed his cheek where Korra slapped him. Deadpool rolled around the ground holding his stomach laughing hysterically "GRRR WHATS SO FUNNY BUB" Lao growled "I'm just messing with you guys she is not his daughter she is his clone" Deadpool laughed as he wiped a tear from his eyes. Lao, Korra and Pema instantly stopped and looked down at the young girl who resembled Lao like a mirror "what's your name dear" Pema questioned after she cooled down. "I don't have a name…I've only been called by my test number X-23" Lao slowly stepped towards the young girl *SHINKT* "RRRAAAGGH" the little girl screamed as two claws popped out lunging at Lao's face. Lao caught the little girls arm and observed the hate in her eyes "GRRR, ITS BECAUSE OF YOU THAT THEY TESTED AND EXPERIMENTED ON ME…YOU'RE THE REASON WHY IM A MONSTER" the little girl screamed. Everyone starred in shock as the girl kicked and flailed at Lao, Korra's anger towards Lao was replaced with pity for the young girl as she walked beside Lao's side. "listen kid I know what you've been through-" "YOU KNOW NOTHING…THEY ERASED YOUR MEMORY YOU DON'T HAVE A CLUE WHAT THEY DID TO YOU BUT I REMEMBER EVERY PAINFUL DETAIL WHAT THEY DID TO ME" The girl screamed cutting off Lao. Lao starred at the little girl she looked to be no older than Jinora and for someone her age to be put through horrible experiments broke his heart and made him feel responsible for her pain, she wore dark black jeans with steel toe boots and a black leather jacket with a black T-shirt underneath her jacket. The girl kept hitting Lao and stabbing him in the chest but Lao didn't budge he didn't stop her he knew she needed to take out her frustration on him. After a few minutes of hitting Lao the girl began to weep then she felt tears stream down her cheeks as she slowly stopped hitting Lao and looked up to see Lao's hard facial expression. Korra also noticed Lao's hard expression and thought he was about to lose control "Lao…what are you thinking" Korra questioned in a hush tone Lao slowly turned to look at Korra and right away she saw the guilt in his eyes. Lao quickly pulled the young girl into a tight embrace as she continued to sob into his chest "what you've been through…no child should have gone through… I know I am responsible for your pain and I understand if you hate me… and if I would have known of your existence I would have taken you out of that hell hole…I am truly sorry for what they did to you Lien" the little girl looked up at Lao "I don't have a name…its X-23" the little girl reminded in a confused tone. "Well you do now…its Lien… it means beautiful flower…And I don't care what anyone says…to me you're my daughter… and I will not let anyone hurt you, do you understand me" Lao insisted as he held onto Lien. Lien stood there as she felt tears began to form again she just buried her face back into Lao's body while everyone stared shocked of what just happened. Pema began to sniffle as she felt her eyes began to water up, Korra stared at Lao and Lien, all her anger towards Lao was replaced with love she didn't know why but for him to be so gentle and caring almost like a natural father made Korra's heart flutter with sympathy that she couldn't help but be attracted to the man who was so gentle but could easily kill you in a second. Lao turned around to face Pema "Pema… I know this is a lot to ask but do you think we have an extra room for her to stay in" Pema wiped her tears as she walked towards Lao "of course we do. Ill set her up so she sleeps next door to Korra. Come on Lien ill show you around" Pema stated as she walked towards Lien with her hand extended. Lien hid behind Lao sniffing the air making sure she can trust her. Lao got down on one knee and looked Lien in the eye "its ok kid you can trust the people on this island. They will not harm you, I trust them with my life. Ill catch up with you soon ok" Lao explained as Lien nodded in agreement. Pema hugged Lao tightly and whispered in his ear "I am so sorry for getting after you… you did a real good thing taking her in" Pema praised as she gave Lao a motherly kiss on the cheek then left with Lien by her side. Korra held Lao's hand and pulled him in a tight embrace "I-I'm so sorry Lao…I didn't mean to lash out I just… I didn't know what came over me I-""its ok darlin its fine" Lao reassured Korra as he kissed her on her cheek which caused her to blush. Lao walked towards Deadpool extending his hand out "…thank you Deadpool you didn't have to do what you did but you did anyway…you're a real hero" Lao explained as he shook Deadpool's hand. "Nahh don't sweat it Logan I'm on team avatar now so expect to see more of me in the future ok" Lao ignored Deadpool's mispronunciation of his name but something was on his mind "Deadpool…where did you find her…and how soon can we go back" Lao asked but Korra stepped in front of Lao and Deadpool before he could answer "what do you think you're doing Lao… your not planning on going are you" Korra questioned as she poked at Lao's chest. Lao looked down at Korra and sighed heavily "no I just want information…for the future. when I go back and get information. It may hold something about my past, but my main priority now is to take care of that kid plain and simple." Lao explained as he gave Korra a reassuring smile. "well it's a base hidden in the wilderness and its run by a group called the Equalist I'm pretty sure you heard of them and their leader is a man named Amon" the name sent fear down Lao's spine when Deadpool mentioned his name. Korra noticed Lao's stiffened posture and she intertwined her fingers with his trying to comfort him. "however after I slaughtered half of his men he took off to some other place sooo if you did want to tussle with him its to late" Deadpool informed as he started walking off "hey Deadpool wait… where you going" Korra questioned as she watch Deadpool continue to walk towards the ferry "oh I got an apartment in the factory part of town I got a blind old woman as a roommate she cool kinda smells though but its alright ill catch you two love birds later" Deadpool teased as he vanished. Korra looked into Lao's eyes "honestly Lao how are you feeling" Korra questioned as she held his hand "I'm ANGRY Korra…someone was put through what I went through…a-and she just a kid no older than Jinora… and to be tested… wh-what kinda life is that for a little girl" Lao stuttered as tears began to fall. Korra pulled Lao into a hug as she ran her hand through his hair comforting him "ITS MY FAULT…she was put through that torment because they wanted to recreate me-" Lao was interrupted when Korra kissed Lao on the cheek "Lao stop that stupid talk…you had nothing to do with what those scum bags did to her…but if she is anything like her father she is ,gentle, caring, compassionate ,charming…and sometimes kind" "HEY" Lao interrupted in which Korra placed her finger against his lips "Let me finish…. And always puts everyone else's needs before his own….she is going to have a fine father that would stop at nothing to keep her safe. Now c'mon lets go meet your daughter Lien" Korra encouraged Lao as she lead him by the hand. Lao looked at the beautiful woman that lead him back in the house "she is so perfect…she really is my anchor. If it wasn't for her I would have taken off with Deadpool and killed any leftover guards at that base just to show a message. But her…she makes me think clear, and I love her for that" Lao thought as he continued to fallow Korra into the house
The rest of the day was awkward for Lao to say the least. He spent the whole day spending time with Lien with Korra by his side. Korra watch at how much he treated Lien like a daughter and how much Lien look up at him like a father "I wouldn't expect Lao to be a family man…but once again he surprised me" Korra giggled as she laid in her bed think what has happened through out the day. When everyone got ready for bed a heavy rain storm blew in, everyone was fast asleep until the first sound of thunder rang out through the sky. Korra was awaken by the slight shriek that came from Lien's room, Korra ran to her room and barge in seeing Lien huddled in her bed with her knees to her chest. Korra observed the shaking child and she slowly walked towards her with a comforting smile "you scared of thunder too? Yeah I was scared of thunder when I was your age" Korra stated in a reassuring tone as she sat next to Lien. Another thunder roared through the sky shaking the house its self which caused Lien to jump into Korra's lap, Korra's heart melt at the sight of the frightened child and almost as if she was prepared for this situation her motherly instincts kicked in as she began to rock Lien back and forth. Lien sniffed Korra and looked up in her eyes "your in love with Lao aren't you" Lien stated bluntly which caused Korra to blush heavily "wh-what makes you think that" Korra questioned as she kept rocking her back and forth "well I can smell your pheromones and whenever your near or even thinking about Lao it gives off this sweet aroma…as you can tell my senses are better than my father" Lien explained slightly giggling. Korra sighed heavily "yes I think I am in love with Lao but please… don't say anything… I don't know if he feels the same way" Korra pleaded with Lien as she continued to rock her back and forth. Lien started giggling "its ok Korra Lao gives off the same scent when he is with you as well" Lien revealed as she laid her head against Korra's chest. Korra slowly stopped rocking and looked into the little girl's eyes "L-Lao…loves me?" Korra restated completely astounded by the revelation "oh yeah my dad has it bad for you" Lien said in a groggy tone slowly drifting off to sleep. "this is the happiest I've been in years Korra… for my whole life I slept in a cage and was treated like a animal…but today I found my dad and…maybe I think I found a mom…if that's ok" Lien explained as she slowly drifted off to sleep. Korra felt her heart melt and she whispered in Lien's ear "of course you can call me your mom Lien" Korra gave Lien a motherly kiss on her forehead as she slowly drifted off to sleep. Lao barged into Lien's room and noticed Korra rocking Lien to sleep "hey…is she ok" Lao asked in a hush tone "yeah…she just afraid of a little thunder is all" Lao slowly walked towards Korra and Lien and sat down next to them watching Korra rock his daughter to sleep. He stared at the normally strong and independent woman but was replaced with this motherly version of Korra which made his heart melt seeing her handle his daughter. Lao slowly took Lien from Korra and cradled her like a baby, the more he stared at Lien the more he grew attach. Lao stood up and looked at Korra "C'mon darlin fallow me" Lao whispered as he waited for Korra to fallow him. "Lead the way darlin" Korra teased as she fallowed Lao down the hall as he entered his room. Lao laid Lien in his bed and wrapped her up in his blanket. Lao sat down at the foot of his bed next to Korra "thanks…for checking on the kid…I know technically she isn't my daughter but…to me she is" Lao stated as Korra scooted closer to him resting her head on his shoulder "you know…she called me mom and I said it was ok… I just wanted to know if you're ok with it? "Korra asked as she held Lao's hand. Lao smiled and looked back at Lien "I wouldn't think of a better person to be her mother darlin" Lao complimented as he looked deep into her blue eyes. Korra stared back into Lao's brown eyes and noticed he was grinning. Before Korra could ask what he was grinning about Lao laid down next to Lien and then Korra plopped down next to him and covered all three of them in their blankets as they slowly drifted off to sleep. Lien woke up again in the middle of the night and noticed that she was lying in her father's bed with her new mother Korra asleep on his other side and Lao snoring away in the middle. Lien smiled "goodnight…Mom and dad" Lien whispered as she lightly kissed Lao and Korra on their foreheads laying her head back on Lao's chest.
Well I finally finished my fourth chapter so WHOHO Lol again let me know what you would like to see in the next chapter. I'm kinda fallowing the legend of Korra episode list so if y'all have any ideas let me know and if you have any other characters you'd like to see let me know in the reviews it really helps and I want to thank all the people who reviewed it really means a lot well ill start working on the next chapter soon but for now I hope you enjoy this XD peace.