Title: Hard Labor

Rating: M

Fandom: Legend of Korra

Character Paring: AmonxKorra, former MakoxKorra, MakoxAsami

Author's Notes:

I hope you all like the chapter and are excited for more! Much is to come! :P

Slowly the days started to pass as knowledge of Korra's condition spread out to the airbending family as well as among some trusted air acolytes, and the White Lotus guards. In the two weeks since Korra had learned of her condition Ikki and Meelo had become quiet around her so as not upset or hurt her in some way. Korra appreciated their caution but it annoyed her more than they intended. The two youngest treated her as if she was unable to do anything, and Jenora was the only one who seemed to treat the young Avatar as she was, a normal person.

The White Lotus had started to raise the security for the Avatar's sake although it just frustrated Korra even more. Her sickness had continued in the morning and all hours of the day and added to her irritable mood. Today was the day Asami, Bolin, and Mako had said they were going to visit. Sitting in the meditation circle Korra groaned as she stood up realizing that soon Katara or one of the airbending children would come running to her to eat. Looking over at the docks with a frown on her face she noticed three people walking toward her. A small smile took to her lips as she rushed over to the trio. Although worry was deep within her, she knew that they would support her no matter what and she really needed her friends.

Bolin saw Korra coming and rushed forward to hug her tightly, "Korra!" Holding her closely for a moment Bolin grinned and nuzzled Korra's face playfully. Mako rolls his eyes as his arm fell from behind Asami's back. As Bolin stepped back Asami hugged Korra tightly, whispering softly in Korra's ear, "We are so glad you are okay." Stepping back from Asami Korra's smile faltered for a moment before hugging Mako gently. Mako patted Korra's back and stepped back quickly, as if avoiding her touch, returning to Asami's side before smiling at everyone, "Lets go inside."

The group moved inside as Korra nodded, Bolin and Asami glancing at each other quickly before settling in the dining room. Katara greeted the group warmly, having met the older woman earlier the week before. Giving Korra a bowl of fruit she put a larger bowl of fruit out for the others and exited the room quickly. Asami soon picked up on Korra's foul mood and rested her hand on top of Korra's. "Korra… What is wrong?"

Korra looked up at her friend as tears welled up in her eyes, grabbing a piece of fruit she looked at Asami and the other two as they all leaned into her, Asami's arm moved around Korra's shoulders. "I'm pregnant." Korra blurted out before she could think of any other way to say it.

The brother's eyes widened looking confused and concerned for their friend. Asami started rubbing Korra's back, "Korra... Are you okay?" she asked, not daring the ask the more important question, 'who is the father?'

Shaking her head she moved her hand to her stomach and looked up at Asami with dread, "I have this feeling he did this on purpose…" her words answering the question that had been hovering around the room.

Bolin looked at Korra with a confused expression and then after looking at Mako a soft, "ohhh…" was heard from the younger brother. Grinning he leaned forward to Korra, "But soon enough I will have a neice or nephew to spoil!" His attempt to lighten the mood failed as Korra looked over at Mako, a hurt expression evident on his face as he looked at Korra's slightly rounded stomach.

Korra's eyes widened as she looked at Mako and then her gaze shifted back to Asami as she chewed on her lower lip, "You guys can't tell anyone." She said softly as she wiped away the tears that had fallen down her face. "Tenzin and Katara decided to wait until after twelve weeks." Grabbing the bowl of fruit in front of her she started to stuff her face with the food, as if seeking a way to get away from their current topic. Asami nodded and glared at both of the boys before hugging Korra tightly, "Can I at least start shopping for this little one?" she joked as Korra swallowed her food.

Korra blushed and smiled weakly at Asami, "Lets… wait a bit please." Her gaze moving away from them as her thoughts started to wonder, "we don't want to give people even a hint." Her halting words betraying her confusion and worry about the whole situation.

Asami smiled at Korra and pulled her friend up, "well we can at least start shopping for some looser, water tribe clothes! Lets go!" Bolin grinned as he stood up, Mako following silently. Asami stopped to get permission from Katara and nodded as she grabbed Korra's jacket.

Asami started dragging Korra off the island and pushed the winter jacket onto the young Avatar's shoulders. Dragging Korra off Asami scowled at the boys and waved to Katara. Hitting Mako in the ribs she looked at him, "You need to stop it and be supportive" she whispered as Bolin started talking to Korra.

Mako look at his girlfriend with confusion and then nodded, sighing he moved his arm around her waist and pulled her to him, "Sorry 'Sami… I just..." He looked down for a moment and then shrugged, "I was being stupid."

Asami smiled at him and kissed him gently before turning back to Korra and Bolin. Korra's jacket hiding any indication of her condition called dibs on the front seat in the satomobile. The group drove into the city. Asami pulled Korra into some of her favorite boutiques and shops as they moved around the square. Korra noticed some White Lotus faces as she moved around and a small scowl would appear on her face as she saw them. Finally Asami dragged Korra into a store with watertribe clothing and forced Korra to try on some loose summer dresses, as well as some looser shirts and leggings. Particularly careful to not grab any maternity clothing Asami pushed Korra into the dressing room and leaned against the door as she watched Mako and Bolin roam around the store.

Groaning softly Korra banged on the door a few times, "Asamiii…" she whined while in the dressing room. She hated shopping, and she hated having to buy new clothing but since Asami was right Korra grumbled as she pulled on the leggings and long shirt. The shirt hid her tiny belly and Korra knocked on the door softly, "Asami do you want to see or not?"

Pulling back the door Asami grinned at Korra and raised a brow, "Not bad at all, maybe a small belt to add up here," Asami pointed to right under Korra's breasts, "Otherwise perfect."

Bolin from a few feet away gave Korra a loud catcall and made her do a little strut for him. Laughing and feeling foolish Korra's day ended with many bags full of clothing for both her and Asami, as well as her worries moving into the background… for now.