There is a tiny of bit of lemon(ish) in the beginning. Lemons are bound to happen in future chapters though. Just a notice. ;)

"Aang! Get up!"

Just getting out of the shower with nothing but her towel wrapped around her, the waterbender alerted her husband. "It's morning! Suki and her son will be here soon. You should get ready."

The Avatar awakened to his wife's demand and fresh new clothes thrown at him.

Aang groaned, "Uhhhh, Katara. Don't you think it's a little too early?"

"Better to have everything set up early. We don't want to risk our guests arriving before we have anything set up for them. We have to be formal," she replies as she looks in her closet for her own clothes.

Aang let out a small chuckle. He always admired that about his wife. She always knew how to provide warm welcomes to any visitors.

The Avatar got out of bed. He slowly crept up behind his wife and wrapped his arms around her, kissing her in the neck.

Katara, a little surprised by the sudden gesture, closed her eyes and let out a small moan. Out of all places, the neck was one of her favorite spots for Aang to kiss. As Aang continued kissing, he grabbed on to Katara's towel, pulling it off of her slowly. Arms around her bare body, Aang continued to places kisses on her neck and her back, causing her to moan even more.

The waterbender then turned around, placing her semi-wet body on her husband's bare body and her arms on his chest. She put her lips on his, kissing him energetically. Her hands traveled down from his chest to his sleeping pants, looking to shrug them off so they can both be naked. Suddenly, a realization hit Katara and she pulled her lips away.

"Wait! Aang what are we doing?"

"Having our typical love sessions, that's what we're doing," Aang replies as he continues kissing his wife, putting his arms back around her.

Katara pulled back again and laughed softly. "Aang, we have to get Kya ready for school and Tenzin ready for daycare. Then prepare for Suki's arrival."

Aang groaned. She was right after all, but he always pouts whenever an intimate moment with his beautiful wife did not get to finish, especially when they were both in the moment.

Noticing her husband's dissatisfaction, Katara cupped his cheek. "Don't worry, after today we have all weekend," she says charmingly as she twirls her finger around his bare chest.

The Avatar smiled. "So looking forward to it….. Hopefully we'll have some good alone time," he responded back with a similar tone.

Arms around him once more, Katara kissed him on the cheek and slowly put her lips next to his ear, whispering. "We certainly will."

She then pulls out of their hug and continues to go through her closet, finding the proper clothes. "Now go get ready! I'll go wake the kids."

Aang turned and headed towards the bathroom, though he walked very slowly. His eyes were still on his wife as she considers what to wear for the day. She was still naked.

Looking back to her husband and seeing the mischievous smile on his face, Katara rolled her eyes and smiled. "Go shower Aang."

Putting his arms up as he was caught red-handed, he replied back, "Okay okay, I'm going." He then walks into their private bathroom and closes the door, leaving his wife chuckling softly.

Once Aang, Katara and the kids finished breakfast, Katara went to clean the dishes while Aang brought the kids to the island's dock so they can take the ferry to the city. From there on, members of the White Lotus would take Kya to school and Tenzin to daycare, except for Bumi who prefers to walk to school by himself or with his friends. Aang was always thankful that Iroh sent members of the White Lotus to protect Air Temple Island. Usually, Aang or Katara brings the kids to school. On busy days, the White Lotus would take care of it. Today is one those busy days. Aang and Katara had to spend the morning with Suki and Lei.

Tenzin had to make a quick bathroom stop. Bumi waited for him and told his father and Kya to go on first.

On their way to the dock, little nine-year-old Kya asked, "Daddy, are we doing anything after I get back from school?" She always wanted to go somewhere after school on the last day of the school week. As much as she loves being around her friends at school, she also cherishes weekends where she does not have to worry about learning or homework.

"Of course we are Kya. We're having a picnic at the park," Aang answered. He knew Republic City Park was one of his daughter's favorite places in the city.

"Yay!" She screeched in pure delight, causing her father to laugh. The smile on his little girl's face always melts his heart. "Oh yeah, are our guests coming?"

Though Aang and Katara told their kids that they were having guests coming over, they never told them that these guests were they're aunt-in-law and cousin. That was something they were going to find out soon.

"Oh... They're not coming with us today, but you guys will be getting to know them."

"Alright daddy." Kya was absolutely fine with that. Since she didn't know these guests, she'd rather go to the park with just her family.

A few minutes later, five-year-old Tenzin came rushing down on his air scooter, only to fall over right before he made it to the dock.

Aang rushed to his son's aid. "Tenzin! You have to be careful son," he addressed as he dusted his robes.

"Sorry daddy. I want to master the scooter technique like you!"

"There's plenty of time to learn that son. I don't want you to hurt yourself okay?" He placed a small kiss on the top of his son's head. At such a young age, Tenzin was determined to become a wise, skillful airbender just like his father. As much as it makes Aang proud, he sometimes worries that Tenzin may put too much focus on accomplishing techniques rather than having fun. He is only five.

"Yeah Tenzin! Remember that time when you got that bruise on your elbow! Or that scratch on your leg! Haha, that was funny." Kya always liked to pick on her little brother.

"Be quiet Kya!" Tenzin retaliated. "You suck!"

"Nuh uh, you suck!"

Aang placed each of his hands on their shoulders, easing the tension before it forms. "Hey hey hey! No bickering!"

"Yeah you tiny little benders," Bumi shouts as he walks toward the dock. "Sorry dad, I tried my best to stop him for attempting the air scooter again. Didn't work."

"No big deal Bumi," Aang responded to his fifteen-year-old son. "You ready for school today?"

Aang was proud that his oldest son attended one of Republic City's finest school for warriors. Bumi, though having quite an eccentric side, grew up to become a skillful, maturing teenager. He did notice, however, that Bumi did not have a great interest in the ways of the sword.

"Ehhhhh, I don't know how I'll feel about sword practice after. I often feel more like a fighter than a sword master, honestly."

"It's okay Bumi," Aang assured, "Just keep your head up. You'll never know where you're interests would lead you to."

Bumi sighed. He's been practicing using a sword for years now, especially with his uncle. Sokka taught him a lot. Up to now, Bumi is quite skilled in many techniques, but he never felt the passion.

"Yeah, I guess you're right dad." He did take comfort in his father's words.

"Daddy, why do I have to go to daycare today?" Tenzin asked after his father finished talking to his older brother, "You and mommy don't seem busy today. The acolytes don't seem busy either."

Tenzin looks so adorable whenever he asks questions. Aang smiled and patted the little airbender's head. He bent down and explained to his son, "That's because mommy and daddy have important things to do with our guests. The acolytes will also be helping us prepare. Plus, Lin would love to see you too, won't she now?"

"Oh yeah! Can't wait to play with Lin!" If it's something that makes Tenzin excited for daycare, it's getting to see Lin.

Aang laughed lightly and ruffled his son's short hair. "Atta boy. Now, looks like you guys are all ready." He called the White Lotus over to escort his kids into the ferry. Before they went in, he hugged his two younger children. "I'll pick you guys up this afternoon, okay?"

They both nodded their heads delightfully and headed in the ferry.

Before his oldest son went in, he placed his hand on his shoulder and asked, "You think you can make it to the park after sword practice today?"

"Actually, I think I'm just going to miss out on practice today. I recently signed up for the wrestling club at school. I'm going to try to give that a shot, but I can definitely meet you guys at the park today."

Aang was surprised. His son seems to be taking a high interest in arm-to-arm fighting lately. No wonder why his sword remains untouched in his room. Nonetheless, Aang was proud to see his son was taking opportunities that suited his interests. "Alright Bumi, sounds good."

"Okay dad," Bumi responded with a smile, "I'll see you later today."

"Take care son,' Aang replied as Bumi walked into the ferry.

Once it left the dock, the kids waved goodbye once more on top of the ferry. Aang waved back, smiling. A minute later, he went back up the island to accompany his wife.

Lei stayed lying on his bed, thinking of what's in stores in his visit to Republic City. It's definitely not going to be one of the most fun vacations he ever had. Meeting parts of the family he never got to know was surely going to be awkward. He heard many stories about the powerful Avatar, the mighty waterbending master, and of course, the proficient warrior.

I wonder what he'll think of me.

For almost an hour, all he did was stay in bed letting that thought remain in his head. Realizing that he needed to relax his mind, Lei figured he could use some fresh air. He got out of bed quietly as he noticed his mother still sleeping in her bed on the opposite side of the room. As he left the room, he proceeded down the corridor and up the stairs to the deck.

The temperature was warm. The air felt nice. No one else was on the deck besides him. It was still way too early. That's one of the perks of being a morning person.

As he heads towards the side of the deck, he put his arms on the railing and looked out towards the boundless ocean. For some reason, he couldn't relax his mind even though he hoped to. The thoughts of the events coming up gave him a nerve-wrecking feeling. He's going to meet the father he never knew. Aside from that, he'll also meet his aunt, uncle and cousins for the first time.

What confused him is the fact that his mother had recently told Aang and Katara about his existence, but wouldn't that mean Sokka would find out? According to his mother, Aang and Katara were going to keep Lei a secret until Suki is able to speak to Sokka. That's when Lei knew something was up. Sokka's best friend and sister are on his mother's side. Why though?

"I figured I would find you up here. You're always up early."

The seventeen year old snapped out of his trance and turned around to see his mother smiling at him. "Oh, morning mom."

The Kyoshi warrior approached her son and placed both her hand on his shoulders. "You okay sweetheart?"

"Oh just peachy mom! Why would I not be happy of seeing what's-his-face for the first time ever?" Sarcasm was clearly evident in Lei's tone.

Suki did feel a little disheartened about Lei's hesitation to meet his father, but she would always giggle at his remarks.

"You know Lei, you are just like your father when he was young. Always so sarcastic, yet managing to make people laugh."

Lei cringed. He loved that he can make his mother laugh, but he doesn't feel so comfortable whenever Suki would compare him to the father he never knew. "Oh... yeah... thanks mom."

If it's something Suki always seemed to notice, it was Lei always grimacing over the mention of Sokka or any subject related to him.

"Lei, I know you definitely have mixed feelings about this."

"Oh no mom, I don't have mixed feeling about this at all," he responded seriously.

"You... don't?"

"Not at all!" Pointing at his mother and widening his eyes, he claims, "I have negative feelings about this! Negative! Not mixed."

There he goes again. Letting out a small laugh, Suki continued, "Lei, why did you want to come with me then?"

"Well mom, you asked me and I know you'll like it better when I come with you."

"But you could have said no Lei. I would have been alright coming by myself. You didn't have to come if you didn't want too." Though it was true Suki wanted her son to come with her, she didn't want to make her son uncomfortable. Of course, she wanted to make an attempt to settle things with her ex-husband, but she also thought Sokka would have to meet his son too.

Lei turned around facing the sea again, his back towards his mother. After some seconds of awkward silence, he spoke. "I'm doing this for you, mom. I know you want me to be with you, especially in a time like this. And I know what's-his-face needs to meet me. But above all, whatever happens with you in this situation, I want to be there to make sure you're okay." He turned around to face his mother again. "Just like what you do to me."

Suki, standing there with tears slowly forming in her eyes, felt so appreciated. She quickly encased her son in a big, strong hug.

"Argh, mom!" Lei grunted. "You're crushing me again!"

"I'm sorry Lei," she says as she softens the hug. "It's just, you don't know how much this means to me." She then places her finger on her son's heart. "You don't know how much YOU mean to me." She hugs her son once more, sobbing quietly. Suki could never be more proud of her son. She was lucky that her child grew up to be so obedient, so caring. Lei has always been a blessing for her, and he continues to be.

Lei hugged back. Even though he always felt queasy whenever his mother had emotional moments like these, he knows in his heart that he will always be there for his loving mother. He's not letting anyone break her, especially a guy. Even if he was his own father.

After they separated from their hug, Lei noticed something in the distance.

"Wow, mom. Look at that."

Suki turned around, and there was the Republic City skyline slowly coming up on the horizon.

"Lei, looks like we're here."

Finally, after an hour, the Avatar and his wife relaxed at Meditation pavilion. Everything was all set up. One room in the women's dormitory was reserved for Suki, while another room in the men's dormitory was reserved for Lei. The dining hall was set up exclusively for Sokka and Suki's proposed interaction tonight. The acolytes will start cooking meals in the evening.

Mariko, one of the couple's most trusted acolytes, is in charge of everything. Aang and Katara both explained to her the situation with Sokka and Suki, and they told her about their plan to trick Sokka into meeting Suki. Mariko gracefully complied with the couple's plan, and she also promised to keep it confidential.

As they both sat in the pavilion, one arm around each other, they both thought about how events will turn out. Of course, they were both aware of Sokka's limited interactions with them so far. He seems to be focused solely on work lately.

"Aang," Katara finally speaks, "I'm worried."

Aang, looking at Katara with concern, gave her a kiss on the cheek and comforted her, "I'm sure everything will be alright Katara." He did admit to himself, however, that he wasn't a hundred percent sure.

"I just can't believe it," Katara continued, "We haven't heard from Suki that much since she and Sokka separated. And now, out of nowhere, she calls? And then we learn that we had a nephew we never knew of?"

Katara remembered that recent phone call.

"Hello?"

"Katara... It's me."

"Suki?

"Yes."

Katara gasped. Her past sister-in-law and close friend actually contacted her for once. "Oh. Hi! How'd you get my number?"

"Ty Lee helped me out with that," Suki answered, "This 'telephone' invention is still pretty recent to me."

"Suki... I've missed you," Katara addressed solemnly. It's been eighteen years, and she never got to see her once since then.

"I've missed you too Katara," Suki choked.

Katara could hear Suki's voice becoming fragile. "Suki, why? We haven't seen you after..." Katara paused, wondering if mentioning about the separation would make her uncomfortable, but she pressed on, "After that incident. We still kept in contact, but you barely seemed to respond. Whenever Aang and I would try to visit, you seemed to have an excuse."

She could hear a sniffle on the other side of the line. Still, she continued, "And then you barely had anything to write to us anymore. It led to the point where we stopped maintaining contact."

After a few seconds of silence and sniffles, Suki spoke, "I'm so, so sorry Katara," she cried softly. "I was mad, heartbroken, devastated, and I just... I just didn't want anything to do with Sokka that time."

She sobbed, but still continued, "And for some reason I still continued to have feelings for him. I also still wondered about how my friends are doing. But for some reason, I preferred isolation. I didn't want to be around anyone, especially if they had close connections with Sokka. I kept trying to explain to myself that I'll be okay without him, that I don't need him, that he doesn't want me anyway, and that I don't need my friends sympathizing for me. Then things got harder because... because..."

"Because what Suki?"

"I found out I was pregnant, Katara."

And that was when Katara learned about Lei. She almost dropped the phone when Suki said that. It was definitely an emotional conversation. Suki tried her best explaining everything to her and why she didn't tell them about Lei. She mentioned Sokka yelling at her to stay away from him, as well as Ty Lee trying to get Sokka to come back for Suki. She did not want Lei to meet his father at that time, especially since Sokka and Suki did not want anything to do with each other. It was just lead to more complications and heartbreak if anyone knew about Lei's birth.

And of course, she mentioned how she planned to introduce Lei to Sokka years ago when he got older, but Lei refused.

Katara was dumbstruck throughout the whole conversation, from learning about Lei, to finding out about Sokka's relationship with Hu Li. At first, she didn't know whether to be sad or angry at Suki for not mentioning Lei. If only Suki had told Sokka about Lei in the beginning, things could have been different. Eventually, she tried putting herself in Suki's shoes and accepted her apology. Her situation at the time was most likely the cause of what influenced her to make a poor choice.

Aang was also blown away when Katara had told him everything. They didn't know what to feel about Suki. And when Suki mentioned Hu Li, they didn't know what to say about Sokka either. The couple surely were disappointed with the two.

"Katara," Aang spoke, "Trust me, I feel the same way. But now Suki seems to be stepping forward."

"I know Aang, it's just..." she paused briefly, closing her eyes and resting her head on her husband's shoulder, "It just feels too late to me. It's been eighteen years, and Lei is already seventeen. How much have we missed? How will Sokka react?"

Aang hugged her tighter, providing comfort. "It's never too late Katara. It may have taken awhile, but it's not too late. Suki is finally coming, with Lei. Things will be alright."

Katara stayed silent. Will things really be alright?

Aang could sense that his wife still felt paranoid about the whole situation, but he still attempted to assure her regardless, "Plus, we know Sokka. He would never turn away from Suki, especially at this moment." He put his finger under Katara's chin and nudged her to look at him. "And he won't ever turn away from Lei. I am positive about that."

Aang was right. Though they may not know what may occur, they are certain Sokka wouldn't turn away from this predicament. Katara kissed her husband softly, feeling more comfortable due to his assurance.

She put her head back on his shoulder, and they both laid there for what seemed to be ten minutes until Mariko came.

"Excuse me... Avatar Aang, Master Katara."

The couple turned around to see Mariko standing just outside the pavilion.

"Mariko," Aang giggled, "What did I tell you about addressing us like that? No need to be so formal."

"Sorry Ava-, Aang," she smiles as the couple chuckled at her overly-formal manner, "It seems that our visitors from Kyoshi Island has arrived."

Eyes widened, Aang and Katara stood up and looked out towards Yue Bay.

There was the ship. They are here.

Other main characters in the Avatar universe will have important roles in the story as well.

The story itself revolves around Sokka and Suki, as well as Lei.

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