Disclaimer: I am running out of bad jokes to imply I do not own Avatar: the Last Airbender. So instead, I will do a little dance. (Dances incredibly well) What do you mean you can't see it? What's wrong with you people?!
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Rated M: Mature Content. Blood. Guts. Sex. Drugs. All the good stuff.
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Disclaimer: Adult content warning. You know the drill right now. If you don't like it, please don't read it. If you do like it… well then… um… yeah. Enjoy!
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Author: So we have a treasure hunt on our hands. Good stuff.
Aang: I bet you we're going to find that medallion on a ship, aren't we?
Author: I am not allowed to tell you that. It would however be a good time to point out that you're not as stupid as some folk's think you are.
Aang: Thanks! Hey…
Katara: Don't worry Aang. No one thinks you're stupid.
Sokka: Yeah, that's because we all know your just you.
Aang: What's that supposed to mean?!
Toph: It means that Sokka is the smart one, and you're just the hero twinkle toes.
Aang: … Is that how everyone sees me; as just a figurehead?
Author: I don't think that people see you as just a figurehead, but you each have a role to play. Sokka can't bend, so he's the smart one.
Sokka: Ouch… way to hit below the belt, Author person.
Toph: Does he even have a below the belt? The readers know all of us. No one knows him. Of course, I can't tell the difference, but…
Katara: I am sure he exists. Someone has to be writing this conversation.
Author: Actually, I am just taking notes. Everyone knows you're all real and that I just happened into your world. Once I have the whole story, I will put it online for everyone to read.
Sokka: What's an online?
Author: I thought you were the smart one.
Aang: One point for your side.
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Chapter 25: The Quest Begins
"Mistress Rose, the Fire Lord wishes an audience with you in his throne room." A timid looking servant girl told her from the entrance. Rose was currently in her overlarge room and she was mostly naked and covered in sweat. She had spent hours training and was due for a break. Her tight, sleeveless red shirt clung to her muscular yet feminine torso and her shorts were no better.
"Tell him I will be there at once." Rose responded casually, flicking a star behind her shoulder at the stuffed animal she had placed there earlier. The small throwing blade spun at its targets and not only decapitated the stuffed toy, but also eviscerated it. The servant hurried from the room with a quick bow. So the Fire Lord wanted to see her, did he? It was about time.
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"You wished to see me, sire?" Rose asked with a curtsey and a flourish. She had changed into a very tight red and black dress that was designed to be more like a robe. It clung to her body in ways not quite inappropriate, but gave all the right suggestions. The gown was made of silk and moved fluidly over her curvaceous form. She also wore red lip liner and some other small touches so as to boast her femininity. She knew what this man wanted, and as long as she got what she wanted, she was willing to provide it.
"Yes, Rose. Have a seat." Ozai commanded, motioning to a chair that had been placed on the main floor and closer to him. Rose went over to the chair and gracefully took a seat. She had learned how to be a lady at the academy, and she was using those skills with practiced ease. Rose noticed the room was empty save for them and all entrances were sealed.
"I believe you mentioned you would do anything for what you want?" Ozai questioned. When Rose merely nodded her response, he grinned. "Very well then; let us talk about your future here." He continued.
"Yes, Sir." Rose replied submissively.
"You made a few requests to me when last we spoke. You wish to torture Azula; you may do as you wish as long as you do not maim or kill her. That spoiled little terror nearly cost me everything; a little suffering may be good for her. As to finding your sister; she betrayed Azula and was a traitor to the throne. However, given the circumstances, if you wish to track her down and attempt to reform her you may do so; on the condition that if she does not return willingly, you will kill her yourself." Ozai stated his conditions.
"I understand sire. It shall be as you command. Azula will not be permanently harmed, and my sister will die by my hand should she not come back to the true nation." Rose replied meekly.
"Very well then; as for your last request, it is not something I take lightly. You are strong willed and stubborn and would be hard to control. You are quite skilled and could kill me in my sleep if you so chose. Why would I ever choose to take you to be my wife, or even my mistress?" Ozai asked her condescendingly.
"Sire, I am your most loyal subject. My drive for power has not been hidden like all those around you. I have been open and honest with you, for in you I see a kindred spirit and my soul mate. You are my perfect match. You are strong, intelligent and cunning. You are pleasing to the eye and your prowess in battle is legendary. You are the most powerful firebender alive and you are everything I have ever hoped for. Soon you will conquer the world and rule over all as the phoenix king once more, and I know that I can help you attain that destiny." Rose replied.
She knew she was laying it on a little thick, but every woman alive knows that the best way to a man's heart is through his ego and Ozai's ego was monstrous.
"And lastly, Sire… you should take me to wife because I will not only support and help you achieve your goals, but I will submit to you willingly in any way you see fit, whenever and wherever you choose." Rose told him with a gaze that spoke of her desire for him. A quick pull of her gown and her clothing was totally on the floor, once again leaving her bare to his eager eyes.
Ozai rose from his throne and dimmed down the fires that lined his dais. He stepped over them and down to the main level. Rose did not move from where she stood and kept herself still, showing nothing to betray the fact that she was actually nervous for the first time in years. Ozai was so masculine and wielded so much power; she was getting drunk off just the thought of being his.
Ozai approached her and began to examine her body in detail. "If I were to take you for my wife or mistress, I would see what I am getting." He told her as he began to poke and prod her all over. She was happy when he gave an affirmative grunt to her shapely behind, but was a bit disappointed when he passed over her arms as if they didn't matter. He was very appreciative of her breasts and fondled them for a while before moving on. As he rolled her nipples around with his fingers and kneaded her soft flesh, Rose began to feel the familiar tingle in between her legs that bespoke her desire for him.
Moving on, Ozai checked the strength and tone of her hips and legs noting that she had child baring hips. When he reached her most private area, he noted how wet she was and how she was shaking a little and breathing hard. Smiling to himself, Ozai continued his examination of her genitalia and leaned in for a closer look. Rose blushed furiously as Ozai leaned into her crotch, hoping he was satisfied with what she had to show him.
Ozai took a lick and began to smile as he saw her shiver and heard the gasp that came from her mouth. He then dove in, licking and sucking and teasing her as best he could. Ozai had never bothered to master the art of pleasing a woman because he had never cared about what any woman had wanted. Even his wife had been at his disposal; a marriage of convenience. Now, he found himself wanting to please this woman; wanting to prove his dominance over her with his own skills.
Rose began shaking and nearly fell over as Ozai went down on her. She would have collapsed if he hadn't been holding her up. Rose had never been this turned on; this attracted to anyone in her life. She had used what the spirits gave her to her advantage in her life, but never had she wanted to be ravished like now. Ozai was driving her crazy with his ministrations upon her tender area. Soon she felt herself building up to a feeling she had never before experienced. No other lover had ever made her feel like this. Rose screamed out in ecstasy as she came for the first time in her life. Her scream was not given a second glance by the rest of the palace; screams coming from the throne room were almost commonplace when Ozai became Fire Lord.
When Rose came down from her high, Ozai removed himself from her and stood before her. "Strip me." He commanded.
Rose immediately went into action, removing all of Ozai's clothing as quickly and gently as possible. She neatly folded each piece and placed them on the dais for later, and soon he was as naked as she. For the first time, Rose looked upon this man she served in all his naked glory. His tightly ripped muscled, his flat stomach, his huge manhood. Rose lowered her gaze to his rod and could not take her eyes from it. Last time, she had been making a power play. This time, she truly wanted it. Rose bent down to take it in her grip, but Ozai slapped her hard on the cheek.
"You did not ask permission." Ozai chided sternly.
"Please, Fire Lord… please let me…" Rose said, trying to form the words. Instead, Ozai turned and took a seat on the chair he had placed there for her. He sat down and the chair suddenly appeared a throne before her eyes. Ozai sat regally before her and motioned her to approach. Rose did, and he pulled her to him. She straddled him and the chair. Ozai buried his face in her chest and began to lick and suck her mammary enticing another moan from her. Then, without warning, he pulled her down on top of him, impaling her on his rod.
The feeling was so intense that Rose began to see spots before her eyes, reveling in the sensation of feeling truly happy. Ozai grunted and began bucking a bit. Rose quickly took up the rhythm and began rising and lowering herself, impaling herself again and again on his hard member. Ozai sat there as she did all the work, feeling every movement and thrust as a triumph over his opponent. Ozai had not counted on the fact that Rose would feel this good, and he felt his own boiling point begin to rise. Deciding not to be outdone, he began to fondle Rose as he teased her gash and felt her sliding around on him.
The extra stimulation, plus the idea of her having sex with the Fire Lord in his throne room pushed Rose over the edge and she once again climaxed, letting out a wail. Ozai felt himself reach the point of no return and climaxed as well, inside of her. Both of them stopped moving and just sat there facing each other. Rose had her head on his shoulder and her arms around his back. Ozai took a moment before he realized his arms were around her as well. They stayed like that for a while, just enjoying the afterglow of what was the best sex both of them had ever experienced.
Finally, Rose was motioned to stand and Ozai got up. Normally, he would have insisted on her cleaning him off and dressing him, but instead he dressed himself. Rose put her dress back on and fixed her lustrous hair.
"For now, you will be my mistress. We will see what the future holds." Ozai told her matter-of-factly. Rose bowed and took her leave. As she walked away from Ozai and towards the giant double doors, a smile crept over her lips. Everything was going according to plan.
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"Are we there yet?" Ty-Lee asked them as they headed to the village of Kyoshi though the rocky ravine. It was the third time she asked, and they had only been walking about five minutes.
"Don't worry Ty-Lee. It's a short walk from the beach to the town." Suki assured her.
"Besides, we wouldn't want to rush them. I expect the feast to be kingly, and it wouldn't do to show up early and unannounced." Sokka added.
"Is food all you ever thing about?" Suki asked with exasperation.
"No, but it's high on my to-do list." Sokka replied.
Shortly thereafter, they came to the village of Kyoshi. The place was quiet; too quiet.
"Where are all the people?" Ty-Lee asked.
"Good question. This place looks deserted. Keep your voices down and let's check it out." Sokka told them. Of course, both Suki and Ty-Lee had already run on ahead as quiet as a faint breeze and had left him behind. "Women!" Sokka exclaimed quietly to the sky. He then started after them.
Suki and Ty-Lee split up and searched the whole village. When they were done, they met up with Sokka who had been poking through some of the homes. "Find anything?" He asked them quietly. Suki shook her head. Ty-Lee shrugged.
"Suki, is there anywhere nearby that the townspeople would hide if the village was attacked?" Sokka asked.
"Not really. The Kyoshi warriors have always defended the pass and kept outsiders out when a threat loomed. If anything they may be back in the woods a bit, but I haven't seen any sign of an invasion force." Suki told him.
"Besides, the war is over. Who would want to attack Kyoshi Island?" Ty-Lee asked rhetorically.
"Some of the troops may not have gotten the message or chosen to ignore them. But something else is bothering me." Sokka said. "Follow me."
He led the girls to a secluded building on the outskirts of the village. "That was the hut where they kept our food stores!" Suki exclaimed.
The hut was almost completely gone. The building materials were flung far and wide and the charred blackness of them indicated fire. There were no roof or walls remaining; just a charred floor barely visible amongst the debris.
"Who could have done such a thing!?" Ty-Lee demanded. Sokka moved up for a closer look.
"Something bothered me when I found this. The black char marks indicate a fire, but no fire I know of could have destroyed this place so utterly. It's almost as if it exploded." Sokka deduced.
"But we are way too far from the harbor. Even at its best, a Fire Navy ship could never lob a fireball this far." Suki explained.
"Right, but then maybe it was a bomb that was planted here, or thrown in. Something caused this, and it wasn't just a firebender or out of control fire." Sokka told them.
"Now that you mention it, I may have found something after all." Ty-Lee told them. "While I was exploring I found some similar blast marks on the far end of the square."
Sokka and Suki gave each other a worried look. "Let's go check it out." Sokka said.
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The blast marks were clearer here; the rocks underneath the buildings destroyed retained that same charred look as the other one. The buildings were closer together and some were still smoking. As soon as Sokka noticed the smoke rising, he drew his sword. "Whoever did this may still be here. This is recent damage. Be on your guard." Sokka whispered to them.
Suddenly, a loud shout came from back in the village the way they came; then another and another. A fire nation soldier came into view, and he was armed. Another came into view and his hands were raised; a firebender surely. Within a heartbeat two dozen more came into view. They were surrounded.
"Guys, the war is over. Now why don't we put away our weapons and have something to eat." Sokka said calmly. The soldiers showed no inclination towards lowering their weapons though.
"Sokka, I don't think they got the memo!" Suki exclaimed, drawing out her fan. Ty-Lee took a fighting stance.
Sokka quickly took note of their surroundings. It was about nine to one odds. "It's just a bunch of fire nation military. We should be able to handle them." Sokka whispered.
"Are you sure?" Suki asked, pointing. Above them on a rise, a huge shadow cast down on them. The sun was right behind him, making it impossible to see the man fully. He was absolutely huge, however.
"Great; any ideas?" Sokka asked the girls. They both shook their heads. "We can't leave the island so we can't get away. It looks like we have to fight." Sokka said with a sigh. "Well then, let's get started."
Sokka quickly leaped forward and with his sword held low slashed at one soldier while parrying another. A spearman came at him and he chopped the tip from the weapon and then with his arm forced the tip down, causing the man to catch and fly up and over him.
Meanwhile, Suki had run up to another set of men and began disarming them and disabling them with strategic hits. One came up behind her while another grabbed her arms, but Suki managed to wrench free by ducking and then rolling back under her attacker's legs, causing him to fly into his comrades. Ty-Lee was tumbling about and making quick work of her opponents with fast jabs and leg sweeps.
"We can't keep this up forever." Sokka yelled over the noise as he ducked a fire blast and retaliated with a quick midrange slash. The firebender fell backward to avoid the blow and Sokka took the chance to back out.
"I know where we can hide. Let's go!" Suki shouted, turned and ran back into the huts and buildings. Sokka quickly followed and Ty-Lee did as well with a few parting blows to their attackers.
Quickly, the men formed up, rearmed and began their pursuit. As the three retreated, Sokka glanced back and noted the huge man still standing on his perch, following them with his gaze. "That big guy's watching us. I hope this place is well concealed, because if we don't get out of his sight, we will have company pretty quick!" Sokka called out as he ran.
"Don't worry; this way!" Suki called back to him. The three of them ran for a while until they came to a small spring used for fresh water. Suki didn't stop and dove into the water. Sokka shrugged and followed, Ty-Lee on his heels. The water was pleasantly warm in the ending summer sun. Suki led them to a rock formation and pulled it aside. Motioning them to swim in, she followed and resealed the opening. Shortly inside the tunnel rose up and they came to surface in a cavern. There were a few shafts of sunlight high overhead letting in air. Sokka's breath caught. The cavern was filled with precious stones. The walls and floor were practically made of them. Shaking his greed off, Sokka climbed out of the water and then helped out the ladies.
"What is this place?" Ty-Lee asked in awe.
"This is the tomb of Avatar Kyoshi. She built it herself before her death and we have sworn to leave it as it is." Suki replied loudly as Sokka examined a fairly large Sapphire.
"Oh. Sorry." Sokka said, backing away from the walls.
Suki took a seat stretched out. The others followed suit. "We can't hide here forever. We have to find out what they did to the townsfolk and the other Kyoshi warriors. With help, we should be able to beat them." Suki said.
"Your right; but we also don't know how many of them there are. We saw about two-dozen and that big guy. We don't know if there are more. What I don't get is how they got here. I thought the only way onto the island was where we came in, and we didn't see any fire nation ships." Sokka observed.
"I can go out after dark and scout around. We can find out just how many there are." Ty-Lee offered.
"It's going to be really dangerous. Are you sure you're up to it?" Suki asked her.
"Of course I am. I had plenty of training at the academy. Don't worry. I will have all the information you can handle when I get back." Ty-Lee told them.
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Once the sun went down, Ty-Lee vanished into the water. Suki had explained how to remove and recover the exit to the cavern and Ty-Lee had been gone a long while. Suki and Sokka sat alone in silence, thinking about this and that.
'When are you going to talk to him? Now would be an excellent time you know.' Yue told Suki.
'It isn't as simple as your making it. I'm almost afraid to get the answer.' Suki replied.
'What are you so afraid of? As far as he knows, I'm still the moon spirit. You're his only choice.' Yue explained.
'That's just it though. If he tells me he doesn't love me, I don't think I could handle it; and if he tells me he does, I will still have to wonder if he would have chosen me if you were still around.' Suki tried to explain.
'I understand. Would you prefer it if he knew I was here? Perhaps he will still choose you.' Yue tried to comfort her.
'I appreciate that, but you love him too. It wouldn't be fair to either of us to manipulate him like that. Besides, now is not the best time. I am still worried about my people; my friends. I can't worry about this right now.' Suki said.
'Well, maybe I can help with that.' Yue said.
"Sokka, can I ask you something?" Suki asked him quietly.
"Sure Suki; what's on your mind?"
"Well... I was just wondering… what are we exactly?" Suki asked him slowly.
"Um… What do you mean?" Sokka asked. His voice was a little higher pitched, like he was trying to play dumb.
"I mean what are we to each other?" Suki asked him more boldly.
'I don't think he's going to answer you.' Suki told Yue. Yue was the one who was talking to Sokka.
'Maybe not, but we need to know. You don't have the will to ask, so I will do it for you.' Yue replied.
'Since when did you become the strong one?' Suki asked rhetorically.
'Since you taught me that there was much more to me than I thought. And you were a great teacher.' Yue responded.
"Well… I don't know exactly. I mean, we're friends of course…" Sokka trailed off.
"Well, what if being friends isn't good enough? Do you care about me at all?" Suki asked him.
"Of course I do. It's just… complicated, that's all." Sokka told her.
"Well, un-complicate it and explain it to us… me." Suki told him. Yue had caught herself at the last second and corrected what she said.
Just then, Ty-Lee broke through the still water and gasped for breath. Suki and Sokka got up and helped her out of the water.
Once Ty-Lee caught her breath, she spoke. "I found everyone. They are being held prisoner in a clearing north of the village. There are almost forty fire nation guards surrounding them. A few are probably firebenders. The big guy was nowhere to be seen though, so I couldn't get an accurate count. Those soldiers we fought before were still in the village though, so he was probably around there somewhere." She reported.
"Great. So we only have to save the villagers, defeat about sixty fire nation guards and their leader, and find this medallion. It sounds easy enough." Sokka said sarcastically.
"Do you have any idea how to do it, Sokka?" Suki asked him.
"Even with all three of us, there's no way we can handle sixty soldiers at once. The only logical approach we can take would be to divide and conquer; take them out a few at a time." Sokka determined.
"But how can we get them to split off like that?" Ty-Lee asked innocently. "It's not like we can just ask them to after all."
"I know." Sokka said with a sigh. "Give me a minute to think."
Sokka paced the cavern for almost an hour. Sometimes, he'd stop and his face would light up, but it would quickly be replaced with a frown or the shake of his head. Finally, he knelt and began digging his sword into the ground. "Ty-Lee, can you draw a diagram of where this camp is and roughly how it's set up?" Sokka asked her.
"I think so." Ty-Lee replied. She took his sword and drew a rough sketch of what he wanted. Sokka nodded when she finished.
"We will need to lure them off and take them out before getting the next batch. We can let one of us be seen on the outskirts of the encampment and some of them will chase us. We can take care of those, then turn back and do it again. Once we whittle them down enough, even the townsfolk can help us. When that's done, we can assault the group left in the town and take out their leader." Sokka suggested.
"So you want us to take on all those soldiers and firebenders?" Suki asked sarcastically.
"Yeah, pretty much." Sokka replied.
"Great. Let's get started." Suki replied.
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Aang: So where was I in this chapter?
Author: Sorry Aang… I figured I would try and keep things a bit more linear.
Katara: But why? I didn't get any screen time that chapter either!
Author: I promised a reader I would try it and see how the readers like it.
Toph: That's fine, but when do I get my turn?
Bato: Or my turn?
Author: You'll all get your chapters; some more than one I am sure.
Kita: Are the new folks like me going to get any more screen time?
Author: Yep. Not writing anyone out. Just trying to give the story a better grip.
Toph: You better not be gripping me or you'll get a boulder on your head.
Katara: Or me unless you feel like drowning.
Ty-Lee: Or me unless you feel like being in a coma.
Suki: That goes double for me.
Mai: I'd just pin him down and bleed him to death, myself.
Author: Hey! Where did all the animosity come from? I have never made a move on any of you!
Girls: Keep it that way!
Sokka: Pssst… this is where you end things before the girls kill you.
Author: Duly noted. /runs and hides.
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Author's Corner:
Okay, so I have taken my sweet time for this one. Not the longest chapter, but it's longer than many. I'm truly sorry for the delay folks. Real life is kicking my butt. Just know that I will not abandon this project and even if there is a delay, I will continue to the very end! Please just bare with me as real life rears its ugly head. And thanks to all of you for waiting me out!
Kira! You un-alerted me! /cry did I upset you? If so, I is sorry I is!
So there was another adult disclaimer. Know why? Cause of the adult content of course. Rose is a bit clearer now in how she works I think. In the future you can expect a battle between her and Azula, even if it's a bit more subtle than a one on one duel. You can probably expect a little more erotica from them, but not every chapter or two. I think I made my point. There may be some allusions or flashbacks to scenes, but nothing on the scale as I usually do; at least not from them and not for a bit.
Kyoshi Island appeared in two episodes of the series; once in the Kyoshi episode, and once as a bit part during the Avatar Day episode. I liked the idea of the defensible earth kingdom island town and decided to elaborate on it. I must assume there is still wilderness as the village cannot encompass the whole island, not to mention the need for produce and meat. Fishing has to be harder with the Unagi after all. I took advantage of that in this chapter. So, who is the shadowy leader? Why are they there? Will Sokka's plan work? Stay tuned!
Each chapter will have two to three sections, each continual, with pause breaks for time shifts or distances traveled. If the readers like it, then please put that in your reviews along with everything else. If it isn't preferred by the majority, I may go back to the skipping method. When I read, I like a mixture of both personally. I can write it either way, so let me have some feedback!
Thank you all for the support, and to JacktheMonkeyxo for actually doing the insane and reviewing each and every chapter all at once one after the other. It's actually something I would do. I am crazy too after all. Oh, that reminds me. A few of my reviewers also have stories. Please note that I will eventually get a chance to read and review them all. I really want to. At the moment, however, time is severely limited and as such I feel that any chance I get is better spent finishing writing my own until completion. If I suddenly find myself with more time, I will totally get to it. Some stories look quite interesting.
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