Thanks to my sister Serodezha, who is also my Beta Reader, for helping me with this chapter. I couldn't do it without her. Really, I couldn't. Okay, I'm changing a part of the story. Actually, I'm removing a part. It's the part where Toph hasn't gotten any letters for more than a year. I have no reason for that, so just pretend that I didn't write that. Now the disclaimer.

Me: Who wants to do it?

Iroh: I'll do it.

Me: Okay then.

Iroh: Sifu Blind Bandit does not own Avatar the Last Airbender or my Jasmine tea, but she does own Kamin.

Me: Nice disclaimer Iroh, now on with the story!

"I am Toph Bei Fong, would you read the letter to me?" I asked.

"Of course," he replied. Then he read,

Dear Toph,

How are you? We, that is, Katara, Sokka, and Aang, are traveling together. And we were wondering if you would like to join us. It's for more than one reason, we'll tell you when we see you. Whether you decide to travel with us or not, please meet us tomorrow in front of Earth Rumble 6 at ten. We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,

The Gang

The man handed me the letter and left. I couldn't believe I was going to see the gang again.

"Come on Kamin, let's go back inside the house," I suggested.

Once wecame through the door, we walked into the sitting room where my parents were.

"Mom? Dad?" I said casually.

"What is it dear?"

"You see, I got this letter from my friends and they asked if I could go on a trip with them," just like I thought, their heart beats quickened, "I shouldn't be gone as long as last time. Please let me go. I miss my friends and I really need to see them."

It was about a minute before they spoke.

"Well, as long as you don't stay away from home for too long, You may go," said my mother reluctantly.

"Thank you," I said calmly.

Then I quickly walked into my room. Once there, I couldn't contain joy, which was rare. I jumped up and down. Okay, I never jump up and down with joy. I was that happy. Then my brother came in with a sad look on his face. Not that I could see it, but the way he walked in told me how he felt.

"Toph leaving?" he asked.

"Yes, but I'll be back. I promise,"

"Can you play with me?" he asked sweetly.

Now normally, I don't play with my brother. But since I was leaving tomorrow, I thought I might as well.

"Alright," I said.

"Yes," he exclaimed.

So, for the rest of the day I played with my brother. Once the sun started to set, I started to packed. Not that I needed to pack much, just my meteorite bracelet and a few other essentials. The next day I said good-bye to my parents who were silently crying. Right as I was about to leave, Kamin ran out and gave me a hug.

"Don't forget to come back," he whispered.

"I won't forget Kamin." I replied, smiling.

I then headed towards Earth Rumble 6. It was a nice warm day, which fit my mood perfectly. It only took a few moments before I felt the gang's vibrations. I knew they hadn't seen me yet, so I decided to surprise them. I quickly lifted the earth underneath them, causing them to fly several feet into the air. Instantly they turned around to face their attacker. I couldn't help but laugh at their sloppy stances. The first one to recognize me was Katara.

"Toph!" she yelled happily then she ran and hugged me.

"It's good to see you Katara," I replied.

"Hey Toph," Aang greeted.

"Hi Aang," I said, punching his sholder.

I then heard Sokka muttering complaints about getting hurt from my earthbending.

"Well, thanks for saying hi, Sokka," I said sarcastically.

"Toph!" he yelled excitedly, "Have you gotten shorter?"

"No," I answered. I then walked up to him and gave him an extra hard punch, "I think you grew taller, much taller." Smiling I then asked, "So, where are we traveling to?"

"Just anywhere and everywhere," replied Aang, then he whispered, "We're also tracking Azula."

"Have you actually seen her yet?" I asked, more seriously.

"No," Aang answered.

"Can we go get some food now? I'm starved," complained Sokka.

"There's a nice restaurant just around the corner. We can go there," I suggested.

"Does it have meat?" asked Sokka hopefully.

I shook my head. Typical Sokka. "Yes, it has meat."

Together we walked to the restaurant. It was large, but with very few people in it. We sat at abooth with Sokka and I on one side and Aang and Katara on the other. Aang ordered a vegetable soup and salad. Katara ordered a steak-and-rice bowl, while Sokka and I ordered the meat special. We didn't have a very interesting conversation. Mostly it was about things we hadn't mentioned in our letters. Then I told them about my brother.

"You have a brother!" sputtered Sokka, choking on his food. I quickly started pounding him on the back until he stopped choking.

Then I went on, "Yes, I do. His name is Kamin and he's about three years old."

Anyways, that's how most of our conversation went. Until the subject went on Azula again.

"What was the other reason you wanted to see me?" I asked.

"Azula has been causing a lot of trouble," said Aang, " She's tried to assassinate Zuko, Mai, and Iroh several times. Cities and villages have been destroyed by her. She's gathered some firebenders and all the Dai Li. I think she is trying to build up an army and create war again. That's the other reason we came to see you, Toph. We need another person to help us defeat Azula. Are you in?"

"You know I am. I need another adventure."

"Good," Aang said, "There are some rumors saying that Azula is near Omashu."

"When do we set off?" I inquired.

"We'll leave tomorrow morning," answered Katara, "But for now, we'll chat and stay at our campsite."

Then we walked around the city some and traveled to our campsite, where Appa and Momo were waiting. Most of the time, we practiced our bending and Sokka practiced with his sword. When we finished, we ate a small meal and went to rest before our long adventure. I noticed that Aang and Katara placed their sleeping bags right next to each other.

I smiled and asked Sokka, "How long have they been doing that?"

"Since the day we started traveling again," he replied.

I smiled again, put up my earth tent near the group (but closer to Sokka than anyone else), crawled into it, and fell asleep.

Yay! Chapter two is done. Just to clear things up, Mai and Zuko have just recently gotten married. That's why Azula tried to assassinate her. The next chapter will have more Tokka in it and maybe some action. Thanks for reading. Please review!

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