AN: Hey everybody, it's been a while hasn't it?
I'm really sorry for that but some really unfortunate things have been going on in my life recently. I won't go into detail but suffice to say that I'm not in the best state right now and that my ability to write was heavily impacted upon. I'm trying to get back into it and hopefully you all haven't given up hope on this being updated. That said, this is the first part of "When Extremes Meet" Might have been better to just keep writing and not make a second part but I needed to post something if only to assure you all that I'm still alive here.
Air Temple Island. Asami had only ever seen it from afar. It was beautiful, if only she were visiting under different circumstances. She could see Korra with Tenzin's kids waiting for them. The boat docked and she, Mako and Bolin got off. Ikki, Tenzin's second child rushed over to them excitedly. "You're finally here! Welcome to Air Temple Island. Your new home!"
"Yes," Meelo added, the youngest of Tenzin's children and the only boy. "Welcome to my domain," he said whilst pointing at himself. Bolin started to speak, something about the kids being sweet. Pabu ran around and eldest child, Jinora, educated her younger siblings about what kind of animal he was. Asami didn't really catch all of it though. Her attention was otherwise focused on Korra. She hadn't actually thanked her yet, not for just giving a place to stay but also for being there for her.
She approached her while avoiding Meelo as he attempted to play with Naga. A small smile graced her lips. "Hey, I just wanted to say thanks… for everything."
"You don't have to thank me for anything," Korra assured.
"I wanted to."
It could have been a moment, probably wasn't, but it could have been if Korra hadn't suddenly caught sight of how much the Air Acolytes were carrying. "Oh, I thought you were only bringing a few things." Asami followed her line of sight and even she was surprised by how much she had brought alone.
"Uh, sorry. I guess I kind of went overboard a little." She could have just imagined what Korra thought of her and her materialistic possessions. Even worse was that Korra was learning how to bend Air as well as about Airbender culture and their nomadic roots. But it wasn't as though Korra was going to train to be an Air Monk or anything like that, right? Right?
"No, it's not a problem. Everyone here wants you guys to feel comfortable."
Whew, close one.
They proceeded along, taking in the sights of the inland while being shown the way to where they'd be sleeping during their stay. All the while Asami felt eyes on her and eventually she looked down to find Meelo staring at her with a wide grin on his face. Asami tried to smile back. "You're pretty, can I have some of your hair?" Meelo asked while extending his hand out, catching Asami completely off guard. She desperately looked around for any sign of help.
"Um… I'm kind of interested in… someone… else."
Still, Meelo had his hand outreached as they continued along. He was fully determined to get some of her hair and Asami didn't know how best to say no. But suddenly they came to a stop as Ikki pointed out some areas on the island. Bolin asked a few questions which Ikki managed to answer with surprising swiftness. "So, where are we going to be staying?" Mako followed up.
"You're a boy," Meelo chimed in, finally taking his attention away from Asami. "Boys have to stay on the boys' side."
"I'd be happy to show you to the men's dormitories," Jinora offered. Mako and Bolin followed her soon after. And, after a suggestion from Korra, Meelo went along too. He looked over at Asami and bid her farewell while wishing to see her again soon before going following along as well.
As they left a single thought ran through Asami's mind, "So… I guess we'll be sleeping together in the girls' dormitories." Too late did she realize her poor choice of wording and her face reddened considerably in embarrassment, but Korra seemed to not take her words in that particular way.
"Yeah, Ikki and I will take you to your room this way."
They place was beautiful even if simply put together. Despite being so close to Republic City, Air Temple Island looked nothing like it. It felt almost as though it was a picture of the past frozen in time. It was quite serene, as to be expected from the last descendants of the Air Nomads. But as it appeared, not all who lived there were so peaceful and quiet. "Asami, did you know that Korra thinks that you're the most beautiful girl in the world?"
"Oh." Asami stopped in her tracks. "Uh, no. I wasn't completely aware of that."
"Yeah," Ikki squealed. "Korra's always saying how beautiful you are and whenever she does she always ends up having this weird look on her face. It's kind of like the one that Jinora has whenever she's reading those books of hers; the ones she won't let me see." Korra, who had previously been frozen in shock quickly took a hold of Asami's arm and continued showing her along. She slid open the door to an unoccupied room and with a forced smile gestured for Asami to enter. She followed quickly behind and shut the door before Ikki could enter as well. "Hey!"
"Run along, Ikki!" Safely in the room, Korra let out a sigh of relief.
"So… here's your room," she said while presenting the room nervously. "I know it's a little rustic compared to what you're used to."
"No, I think it's really charming." And calming as well. Asami could already feel the anger and hurt she felt towards her father start to lessen. But maybe that was just Korra's presence. She turned to her. "Thank you for your hospitality. And about what Ikki said-" Before Asami could even try to press the topic a sudden pounding started on the door.
"Ikki!" Korra yelled. "I swear if you don't leave us alone I'm gonna-" But it wasn't Ikki at all. Much to Korra's embarrassment it was actually Tenzin who had come by. "Uh, Tenzin. Come right in."
"Good day, ladies. Asami, welcome to the island."
"Thank you for having me." Asami gave a bow which Tenzin returned.
Tenzin then brought his attention to his student. "Beifong's replacement, Saikhon, is going to be inducted as the new Chief of Police later," he informed her. "I think we should both be there." Korra nodded her understanding before turning to Asami.
"Will you be okay?"
"Yeah, I'll be fine." Whether that was the truth or a lie, Asami wasn't entirely sure.
Apparently, Korra wasn't buying it either. "Okay, but if you need anything my door is always open. My room's just across the hall so feel free to come by anytime."
"I'll make sure to do that."
AN: For the longest time I've tried not to ask for reviews (something which I think I've been pretty successful at) but due to my unintended hiatus I very much would appreciate it if you all would drop some reviews. I need something to make me smile and I'd like to know whether or not people are still waiting for updates. And last but definitely not least, thank you for reading.