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"Hey guys, it's been a while. Things sure have changed."
Oh no. Oh no. What's he doing here? Asami's emotions were all over the place as she imagined this picture perfect moment cracking in front of her eyes. She felt Korra's grip tighten on her hands, almost squeezing the feeling from it. While Korra wasn't betraying any aggression on the outside, there was a whole lot of in on the inside and Asami definitely felt it.
I've got to calm her down. Agh! Bolin! Asami thought furiously. She knew that Opal would never have made Mako the officiant of their wedding; she had seen firsthand how even the mention of Mako's name had upset Korra that time they all went out together. That only left Bolin. He somehow must have thought it would have been a good idea for Mako to do it, especially after Bolin himself had done the same for Varrick and Zhu-Li.
That didn't matter now.
Korra was getting mad. Her eyes were narrowed and her breathing slowly became more and more audible as her heart rate quickened.
Look at me Korra! Look at me! Asami willed soundlessly. She had no idea what about Mako made Korra so mad, but she was going to calm her down.
Huh? Korra's confused voice said in response, her anger dissipating as quickly as it had appeared. Asami?
Asami nearly jumped. What the…? For a second there, I thought I heard….But that's impossible. Korra's mouth didn't even move.
Asami?
There it was again. A tiny voice in her head saying her name. It sounded like Korra, yet Korra wasn't even talking. Ah, what the heck, she had seen weirder things before.
Korra?
Okay, what kind of trick is this? Korra's voice replied, her head slightly tilting to one side and her eyes now narrowed in suspicion.
Pffbbt. You think I know? You're the Avatar. Asami gave her an exasperated look as Korra shrugged.
Mako cleared his throat. "Excuse me, ladies. Are you ready to proceed with the ceremony?
Hell no I'm not! Korra was getting antsy now, shifting her weight from foot to foot. What's happening Asami?"
I…I don't know. Things like this never had made sense to Asami. Give her a broken down car engine and she would fix it in record time. Give her telepathy and she's one confused girl.
"Ladies?" Mako now seemed slightly uncomfortable.
"Let em' go!" Someone yelled from the crowd. "Look at how they're staring into each other's eyes!"
Others began to join in the outcry from the crowd.
"You gonna kiss already?!"
"Get a room, lovebirds!
"Aw…"
"I love you Mako!"
That last one was Bolin. He sheepishly sat back down and awkwardly laughed as he put Pabu on his head so no one could see his face.
Asami had no idea why this was happening. She was going to make the most of it though. The big question was: How does it work?
Eventually, Asami just chose to think her thoughts to Korra the same way she spoke them.
Hey Korra. Korra's eyes perked up. Blink twice if you hear me. Korra's eyes fluttered and Asami's heart skipped a beat at how attractive that was. Focus Asami. She thought to herself.
Korra's eyes twinkled, as if laughing internally at some joke. Asami heard Korra's newfound giggle in her head, and she almost lost all her focus.
You sure you're up for this? Asami thought in concern.
Asami… Korra began, her laughter faded. Everyone's looking at us. I…I wasn't expecting to see Mako again. At least…not like this.
They're not there Korra. It's just you and me. Asami gave Korra a small smile, and she felt Korra's doubts begin to fade. This is our moment. It's you and me. You're my forever girl.
I…I… Korra's uncertainty echoed in Asami's mind. Something changed and Asami felt Korra's confidence return. You're right. As long as we're together. Korra smiled, and rubbed Asami's hand tenderly. There's no place I'd rather be.
Asami nodded at Mako who began reading from a long letter that he had obviously prepared in advance.
I want you to know, I'm here for you Korra. I always will be. You're not alone. Asami thought, as Mako began his introduction.
I know. I guess I needed some reminding, that's all. Korra looked at Asami apologetically. I'm sorry.
Good thing then. I'll remind you every day. From the moment you wake, till the moment you sleep. I'll always be there. Asami smiled, struggling to contain her love for Korra.
Let's listen to what Mako's saying. It might be important. Turn off telepathy for a while.
How do I do that? Asami sarcastically replied.
I…I don't know! I'm new at this, okay? Korra protested, her embarrassment starting to show on her face.
Asami shook her head and laughed internally. Korra was so cute when she blushed. She turned an ear to Mako's speech.
"…These two amazing women have been my friends for over 4 years now. It brings me no greater honor than to be their officiant today and no greater joy than to see them happy. They're the most important women in my life, and I love them." Mako paused, his voice strangely thick.
Is he…going to cry?" Korra's voice returned, her voice filled with wonder.
Shh!
Korra fell silent.
Mako continued. "On my right, stands the beautiful Asami Sato, the proud CEO of Future Industries. She brought her company out of the dust in times when no one else would. She's unbelievably kind, yet isn't afraid to let anyone else know that she can kick butt when she needs to. Believe me, I know." He paused, and the crowd laughed politely.
"Most importantly." HIs voice took on a more serious tone "She was there for the Avatar when she needed her help the most. And I mean, at all times. From simply hanging out, to beating bad guys together, to caring for the Avatar when she was at her lowest, Asami Sato is the very definition of the term, "unconditional love."
Aw! You're so sweet, Asami!" Korra teased in her head.
Asami slowly shook her head. At least Korra was happy now.
"And, on my left." His voice rose. "Stands the equally beautiful Korra. You might know her as the Avatar. She's saved the world more times than I can count."
You must not be able to count very high then.
Asami mentally kicked Korra.
Ow! I felt that! I was kidding!
No, you weren't. Keep listening. It's important to him. Asami chastised.
"She's fiercely loyal and an inspiration to us all. Loyal to the people of Republic City, and loyal to her friends. I admire Korra and I still do to this day. She's someone that I'm proud to call "friend," because no matter what, I know she will do everything she can to help her friends out."
Asami saw Korra visibly soften. Her eyes weren't as harsh to Mako anymore, and her heart rate was back to normal.
"Is there any reason, from anyone why these two shouldn't be joined in marriage as hus…er…wife and wife?" Mako stumbled across his words. "Speak now, or forever hold your peace." Mako's voice was strangely heavy again.
"Of course not!" Bolin's voice rang out. "Look at them, they're perfect!"
The crowd aw-ed together.
"Good!" Mako exclaimed, his eyes looking strangely wet.
"Then, do you, Asami, promise Korra that…hmm…okay…" Mako read the vows Korra had written, and trailed off.
What did you write? Asami ventured, curious.
I don't know, You'll have to listen. Korra winked. "Read it just like that." She looked at Mako kindly. It seemed she was over whatever was bothering her.
"Sorry about that! Let me try again." Mako cleared his throat. "Do you, Asami Sato, promise Korra that you will act like you've acted everyday since the day the two of you met? That you will never change because you're perfect? Oh and, to take Korra as your wife?"
Asami felt herself overflowing with emotion. You noticed? After all these years, now you tell me, you noticed?
How could I not? You were never bad to me. You were always too good. Korra said matter of factly. Hey! Say yes! Stop daydreaming!"
Oh right! I do.
Not to me! Out loud! Korra chuckled audibly and covered her face with her hand, until she put in back in Asami's where it belonged.
Asami felt herself blush. "I promise, and I will."
Mako nodded in approval.
Smooth.
Shh.
"And do you, Korra of the Southern Water Tribe take Asami Sato to be your wife? Do you promise to always be you? Do you promise to love each other in sickness and in health and always be there for each other? Through good times and bad?"
Korra smiled. "What do you think?" Asami could feel the crowd sigh with her.
I do.
Mako took a few steps back. "Then I pronounce you wife and wife. You can now kiss your bride."
When their lips met, the audience erupted in applause. Asami felt Korra wrap herself into her, putting her arms around her as they tightly embraced each other.
They parted, still holding each other.
Whoa! Asami felt her world go sideways as Korra took her into her arms, and swung her in one fluid motion, kissing her deeply. For a moment, Asami was supported by nothing other than the loving arms of her new wife as they kissed in front of hundreds of people. And she loved it.
I'm the luckiest girl to ever live. Asami thought.
I think that would be me. Korra interjected.
The bright blue of the ocean met calm green as they kissed one more time, then to be slowly hidden as their eyelids closed in satisfaction.
Mrs and Mrs. Sato had found their love right where they were, for the whole world to know.
And neither cared what the world thought.
