Chapter 32
Next morning Asami woke up and saw that Korra was still sleeping in the bed. "Come on, sleepy Avatar," said Asami as Korra yawned and buried under the bed sheets.
"Five more minutes," said Korra as she fell asleep. Asami shook her head and took the bed sheets away. Korra immediately began to move and then sat in the bed.
"Aww, Asami. I had pleasant dreams," said the Avatar as she yawned again.
"Korra, it is important for us to attend the meeting, since our allies from the Earth Kingdom would arrive today," said Asami as Korra nodded, although still reluctant to get out of the cozy bed.
"Fine, I am up," said Korra as she climbed of their bed.
Fifteen minutes later, the two women sat at the table with their friends, although Korra was still blankly staring at her cup.
"Korra, hey Korra," said Bolin
"Bo, mornings are evil," said Korra as she yawned and lifted her cup, drinking some tea.
"Morning Avatar," said Azula as she approached the group and sat next to them.
"Oh, hey, Lady Azula," said Korra as she moved slightly away from the woman, unsure still if the old Fire bender wanted to help or hurt her.
"Today our allies from a small city state of Zaofu would arrive," said Azula
"I heard they have well trained Metal benders," said Asami.
"True, but even the best Metal benders are no match to the Fire benders," grinned Azula as she took a teacup.
"So, I guess we will be leaving the harbor tonight," said Korra
"Not so fast, Avatar. First, the Metal benders need to get here, and then we will all meet to discuss strategy in the evening. Only then, after we are ready, the combined allied forces will travel to stop the Dark Avatar," said Azula, "But you need not worry. I defeated one Avatar once, how hard would it be for us all to defeat another one,"
"Grandmother, if you hurt Korra," said Asami
"Oh, but why would I do that, Asami? I see that the Avatar likes you," smiled Azula as she stood up and left the Krew.
"That lady still gives me creeps," said Bolin
"Tell me about it. I heard stories about how ruthless Lady Azula can be," said Opal as the two hugged.
The group continued eating their lunch. "I guess I must be going. Good to see you guys, but Chief asked all available officers to help her," said Mako as he left
"We will be going as well. Opal found some lake with turtle ducks," said Bolin as Korra nodded.
"We will be fine Bolin, it would just be a boring meeting," said Korra
"Yeah, but please come to the evening's meeting. I will need everyone to be there to help us. We will fight Unalaq together," said Asami as the couple nodded and left.
"So, what are going to do now?" asked Korra
"We can spar," suggested Asami, "No bending,"
Korra laughed. The two went to the gym and practiced their fighting skills for a couple of hours. "Look at us, we are so sweaty," said Korra
"Yeah, I don't think I can go to a formal meeting in such condition," said Asami
"We can shower," suggested Korra as Asami nodded. When they got there, Korra grinned and jumped at her girlfriend.
"Korra!" screamed Asami
One hour later, Korra and Asami finished dressing for the meeting and climbed into Asami's car, so that they would get into the City Hall to speak with the Zaofu allies.
When they arrived, Korra saw that a group of Metal Benders was standing at the front doors of the City Hall. "I guess they have arrived," said Korra as the couple entered the building.
When they entered, they saw a woman dressed into a greed and silver outfit standing in the lobby. She had long brown hair. "Hello, my name is Avatar Korra and this is President Asami Sato," said Korra
"Captain Kuvira. It's my pleasure to finally meet you, Avatar. I heard about your battles with Amon and Tarrlok, and they were impressive," said Kuvira
"I must warn you, this mission will be very dangerous," said Asami as she looked at the Metal bending captain.
"Suits me. I do not shy from danger. Like you, all I want is peace, order, and stability, and this Unalaq threatens the lives of Earth Kingdom soldiers," said Kuvira as the three women sat by the table.
"There is more," said Korra
"Is there? We all know that Chief Unalaq plans to conquer the Southern Water Tribe, and then likely go against the Earth Kingdom," said Kuvira
"It might be worse than that," said Korra
"What can be worse?" asked confused Kuvira
"We have suspicions that Unalaq will release an ancient Spirit of Chaos onto the world. We also believe he might try to fuse with it," said Asami
"Spirit of Chaos?" asked Kuvira
"Yes, Dark Spirit Vaatu," said Korra
"This is indeed much worse than I envisioned. We must do whatever it takes to preserver order and peace in the world. We cannot have Unalaq unleash this Spirit of Chaos upon the world," said Kuvira. Korra noticed that even the Captain was now visibly frightened at the prospect of what Vaatu could do.
"From what I learned, Vaatu is the polar opposite of Raava, a Light Spirit that the very first Avatar fused with. So, if Unalaq fuses with Vaatu, the two would become the Dark Avatar," said Korra, "and my Uncle will have the same might as me,"
"The Avatar still can be defeated. While not permanent, Lady Azula defeated former Avatar Aang in the battle of Ba Sing Se. Fire Lord Sozin abandoned Avatar Roku, who died to a volcano. So, it stands to reason that even if Unalaq and Vaatu merge, we could still defeat them. Granted, we will do whatever it takes to defeat him. Do you have any weapons or methods to defeat Vaatu," asked Kuvira
"Only Water Bending spiritual technique that can turn the Dark Spirit into a Light one," said Korra
"Not enough," said Kuvira as she hit her fist on the table.
"Hey, relax, we will defeat my uncle," said Korra
"You better hope we do. Now, I need to find Baatar and talk to him," said Kuvira as she stood up and left the conference room.
"Kuvira seems quite ruthless," said Korra
"She reminds me of some other lady who is wiling to go to extremes and do whatever she wants," said Asami as she smiled.
"Hey, not fair. I have my own reasons, but she seems to be very ruthless," said Korra
"She is our ally, and unfortunately we have few allies willing to help us. Now, let us get the final piece of this puzzle and then we can prepare for the evening's meeting," said Asami as the two women left to see Varrick
When they reached his office, Varrick was pacing quickly around the room. "Zhu Li, do the thing," said Varrick as he then looked at the blue prints of some of his possible future designs.
"Varrick," said Asami
"Oh, hey Miss Sato. Quiet, I am thinking," said Varrick as Asami and Korra looked at each other.
"Aha," smiled Varrick as he grabbed a device
"What is that? Are you planning to destroy this office?" asked Asami
"Me? Nah. Maybe. I just want to test this guy," said Varrick as he looked at Korra, "Now Avatar, use your Water Bending and try to attack me,"
"Ok," said Korra as she formed a water bubble from her water skin, and threw it at Varrick, who immediately turned his device. The water evaporated.
"It worked!" shouted Varrick in happiness.
"What worked?" asked confused Korra
"You actually were not sure what would happen?" asked Asami. Varrick just smiled.
"Details, details. Now we have an advantage against Water benders. This would work in close range. When the enemy Water Benders would send their water thingies at us, we can just evaporate the water and turn it into hot air.
"Varrick, we are going to the Southern Water Tribe. Your device won't work in the cold conditions there," said Asami
"That's why it's for close combat, duh," said Varrick
"Varrick, you know that they will be likely attacking us with ice, and not water? I doubt your device would last against ice as well as against water," said Asami
Varrick paused. "Zhu Li! Why haven't you told me about the ice?"
"Sorry sir, but you kept interrupting," said Zhu Li as Varrick threw the device away.
"Alright, how can I help you?" said Varrick
"We need a battleship. I know that you probably have something powerful in store," said Asami
Varrick paused again. "Take Zhu Li," said Varrick.
"Sir?" asked Zhu Li
"Not you, Zhu Li, take my battle ship," said Varrick
"You named your battleship after your assistant?" asked Korra
"Of course I did. They are both cold heartless war machines," said Varrick
"How much?" asked Asami
"Oh don't worry, Miss Sato, I am lending my battle ship for free. If Unalaq wins, we all will perish, right?" asked Varrick
"He is right Asami. If Unalaq wins, he and Vaatu will create chaos in the world, and no army will be able to defeat him," said Korra
"What she said. Wait, what do you mean cause chaos? I thought he is just fighting the South," said Varrick
"Let's go Korra, Varrick clearly wanted to profit on this war. Now he understands that he won't be able to do so if Varrick wins," said Asami as they left the office.
"Shall we go to see what the others are doing?" asked Korra as Asami cried, "Hey, what's bothering you?"
"My dad. He, the last time I've seen him, we were enemies and now we are going off to war. I might never see my dad again," said Asami as Korra confronted her girlfriend.
"Hey, hey, stop this. If you want, we can see your father before the battle," said Korra
"But he hates you. He hates me now," said Asami
"No, I think that despite everything he did, your father loves you Asami. Don't worry, if it will help you, I will come with you," said Korra as Asami nodded.
The two women journeyed to the prison, soon arriving to the cell where the older Sato now resided. "I am with you," said Korra as Asami nodded and the two entered into the cell.
Hiroshi was sitting by the table, facing away from them. "Daddy, its me, Asami," said Asami as she made a step inside the cell, but Hiroshi was still not moving.
"Daddy, I am going to war, and I just wanted to tell you that I am scared. Scared for what will happen to this city, to my friends and family, to Korra. I don't know whether you heard, but Korra and I are now in a relationship," tears escaped Asami's eyes, "I know you must be angry at me for choosing the Avatar, but we fell in love,"
More tears escaped Asami's eyes. She turned around and prepared to leave. "Please stay," said Hiroshi as he turned around. Smile formed on Asami's face.
"Dad," said Asami as Hiroshi stood up and hugged his daughter. Korra saw that the man visibly aged while in the prison, and his potbelly slightly diminished. The man had slightly greying hair. Tears escaped the man's eyes, as he hugged his daughter. The two cried.
"I am proud of you Asami. I know that I did terrible things, but I only tried to do what's best for you. I love you my daughter," said Hiroshi as he released Asami and looked at Korra.
"Please make my baby happy. Protect her, for she is the only thing I have left," said Hiroshi
"I will, sir," said Korra as she stood outside the cell, watching the father and daughter's reunion. A tear escaped Korra's eye.
A/N: next chapter, the allies will meet and discuss strategy. Then, the final battle of Book 2, Water will begin and last from chapter 34 to 38. Chapter 38 will feature a few interesting twists and surprises.