AN: This is it "The Aftermath" and because the second half of that episode is... well pretty serious and a major plot point I decided that this chapter is only going to be the first half. I don't really know what I'll do with the second half. I don't even know how I'd parody that without making it too over the top... I'll probably not parody it too much, but we'll see.

Asami didn't have an ulterior motive when she had offered to let Mako and Bolin to stay at her place. They were her friends and that was just the kind of things that you do for friends. It wasn't until later on that she realized the great opportunity that she had. The only question was how she was to approach said opportunity without coming on too strong. She was thinking about just that when Korra came by to give the boys a similar offer to stay at Air Temple Island.

Korra seemed a bit disappointed that she had made an off a bit too late and so Asami decided to try and cheer her up… and invite her to visit as well. "Oh hey Korra, I was hoping you'd stop by." She let go of Pabu and climbed down to greet her properly.

But as Asami approached Korra tried to make a quick getaway. "I was just leaving. So, I guess I'll see you guys around some time."

"Why not tomorrow?" Asami suggested before Korra could make a move. "I'd love to have you come visit the estate."

Korra averted her eyes. "I don't know. I have some… Avatar stuff to do."

And so Asami had to decide on whether or not she wanted to keep insisting, or so she thought. Due to Korra's reluctance Bolin picked Pabu up and lifted him up right in front of his face. In a high-pitched tone she said, "Come on Korra," while waving one of Pabu's paws. "We all deserve a little rest and relaxation after all this craziness. We could swim in Asami's pool. It'll be fun!" As soon as Korra laughed it was obvious that she was going to come along. Asami knew that she'd have to find a way to thank Bolin later.

"All right Pabu," she relented. "But I don't really have a swimsuit or anything."

"Then maybe we could go shopping," Asami's lips said before her mind had even fully those thoughts together. "I could help you pick out something nice." And not so subtly check you out at the same time… or maybe not because doing so would be completely unethical and immoral and really just not the kind of thing that Asami would do under normal circumstances.

"Um, thanks. I couldn't really pay for one anyway though."

"I could pay for it," Asami offered in an obviously not-too-forward kind of way. She heard Pabu squeak, in what sounded very much like a confused sort of way. Good job Asami, good job. "I mean, I could pay for it, if you want."

"Maybe," Korra answered after a beat of silence. "I'll think about it, but I really do have Avatar stuff to do." And with that she made her escape and this time Asami had no quick ideas of how to stop her. Asami sighed as she watched her leave. But at the very least Bolin did convince her to visit; small victories and all that. Still, the fact that Asami wouldn't be able to see Korra in a swimsuit made her frown.

Ironically, Korra happened to come by the following day while Asami and the guys were in the pool. Asami tried to act and pretended like she didn't notice her coming in and only turned to greet her once her butler announced her arrival. "Avatar Korra has arrived."

"Hey Korra."

"Glad you could make it!" She immediately started swimming over despite her plan of playing it cool. Just the sight of Korra made Asami swoon. Korra talked a bit with Mako and Bolin, and with the focus not on her, Asami took a moment to ensure that she kept her composure. She casually swam over to the edge of the pool, right in front of where Korra was sitting. "I'm guessing you're not going to jump in." Although Asami hoped that she would. "You know it's not too late to find you a bathing suit."

Asami saw Korra take her lower lip in between her teeth. She chewed on it softly as she thought, her eyes never glued firmly on Asami. Due their positioning it was difficult for Asami to tell if Korra was staring at her face, or perhaps a little lower. The thought made her blush. Perhaps it was a good thing that she didn't go with the two-piece… or maybe it was a bad thing. Regardless, it did appear that Korra was possibly interested. And since Asami had already checked Korra out previously, it was only fair that Korra be given the same opportunity. Asami sure hoped that Korra liked what she saw.

"Maybe some other time," Korra finally told her. "I'm sure you've got plenty of things planned for today anyway."

Asami smirked and swam over to the ladder out of the pool. She climbed it and looked back at Korra. "Actually, I do."

Call it a hunch but Asami had a feeling that Korra would like the racetrack. She knew firsthand what it felt like to be behind the wheel. The speed and the thrill of it all; it was exactly the kind of thing that a girl like Korra would be into. And as Asami looked as Korra as she watched the two Satomobiles race around, she knew that her hunch had been correct. "Pretty cool, huh?"

"Definitely. This is awesome!"

"This is where Future Industries test-drives their Satomobiles. Ever been behind the wheel?"

"The only thing I know how to drive is a polar bear dog," Korra told Asami, her eyes still fixated on the track. Asami couldn't help but smile.

"You want me to take you for a spin?"

Korra spun towards her. The excitement in her eyes was clearly evident. "Let's do it!"

The two of them headed down from the stands and onto the track. Asami got them some helmets because despite her excellent driving skills she wasn't about to risk getting either one of them hurt. Asami fell behind early in the race. Normally she'd be able to speed right past any opposing driver, but there was little fun in that. She kept close behind as the opposing driver tried to block her attempts of passing him. Apparently he wasn't going to go easy on her just because she was a Sato… not that she needed the advantage. With a few quick maneuvers they were side by side, with Asami threatening to take the lead. Her opponent tried to pass her once more but a brief grazing of wheels had him spiraling out of control. He fell far behind and, as to be expected, Asami easily won.

"That was amazing!" Korra yelled once she had hopped out of the vehicle. "I didn't think we'd make it."

"Well, you can't be afraid to mix things up sometimes."

"I gotta admit, I had you pegged wrong. I thought you were kind of… prissy. Eh- no offence!"

Asami just had to laugh. She was so winning her over. "It's all right. People usually assume that I'm daddy's helpless little girl, but I can handle myself. I mean, I've been in self-defense classes since I was this high," she told Korra while holding a hand next to her waist to indicate her height. "My dad made sure that I would always be able to protect myself."

"Smart guy." The four of them then headed back to the estate where Korra immediately asked where she could find a bathroom.

"We have a lady's powder room upstairs, first door on your right. You can freshen up there."

"Thanks." Asami lagged behind a bit and let her eyes linger before following Mako and Bolin as they continued to explore her home. She let the boys do as they pleased. Asami felt great. The day had gone by better than Asami could have hoped and maybe, just maybe, she was finally finding her way into Korra's heart.

AN: I feel like I should have made Asami flirt harder in this chapter, but I'm not sure. It may get edited in the future and, if it ends up being greatly edited, I'll make sure to inform you all later on.