A Mountain Divides Them Apart

by teacupdestiny

Two children, betrothed for the sake of world peace. A little girl and a prince who find friendship instead of hatred. A peace that doesn't last; two, who meet again on a battlefield and find love instead of death. Avatar retold as an "epic" tale in four arcs for Zutara Month '14. Revising and adding content, post date unknown-check back for more info!

27. Electric

ARC 4: They Built A Path To Be Together

DAY 27: Electric

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The atmosphere is tense, practically electric with excitement. The heroes of the war stand before the crowd and the Fire Prince raises a hand for silence.

Today, Zuko declares, this war is finally over.

The crowded square cheers. He smiles, raises a hand again.

I promised my Uncle that I would restore the honor of the Fire Nation and I will.

The road ahead of us is challenging.

A hundred years of fighting has left the world scarred and divided.

He pauses.

But with the Avatar's help, we can get it back on the right path and begin a new era of love and peace.

Zuko motions for the Fire Sages and kneels. He pulls Katara down beside him. The Fire Sage places a golden seven-pronged comb in his top knot. A smoother, no less golden comb is placed in his wife's hair.

ALL HAIL FIRE LORD ZUKO

ALL HAIL FIRE LADY KATARA