A/N: A collection of stories focusing on how others feel about Aang and Katara.

I dedicate this chapter and a few of the upcoming ones to Tang Si Ming-Yue since she gave me such great ideas. Thank you!

Disclaimer: I do not own Avatar: The Last Airbender or any of the characters in this story.


Avatar Aang single-handedly wiped out an entire Fire Navy fleet at the Northern Water Tribe. He conjured up a magnificent beast and attacked each and every ship in a matter of minutes. His power is so amazing, it is almost frightening.

The Avatar is the most powerful being on earth! If I can control his powers, then we will be able to wipe the Fire Nation off the face of the earth! As a general, it is my duty to do what I must to protect my nation.

Most of our attempts at forcing Avatar Aang into the avatar state had been futile. But I have one more trick up my sleeve.

I've noticed that Avatar Aang cares about Katara of the Southern Water Tribe. He seems to listen to her voice of reason. As if her opinion matters most to him. This is an interesting discovery.

They told me that Avatar Aang only goes into the avatar state when he is in grave danger or he is emotionally distressed. If he is as attached to the girl as I think he is, I may be able to get his eyes and tattoos to glow.

This is our only hope, I must do this. Lives are on the line.

Today, I will use Katara of the Southern Water Tribe as bait for the Avatar because I know it is the right thing to do. They will understand. They know that this is a real war. We can't let silly little feelings prevent us from doing what is necessary.