Of Burnt Badgermoles and Broken Dragons

by sappho-anaktoria

Azula never expected to leave the asylum; she never, ever expected anyone to care enough about her. But that's not the reason–it can't be. No one cares about her, and no one ever will. It makes no difference to her where she rots. [AzulaxToph] Spread the love, people :3

30. Heart Sinks

"Lin, come to me."

Toph tries once more, and this time, Lin seems to listen. Her head pricks up and she stands, turning her face towards the bars.

"Lin, it isn't safe there."

The little earthbender shakes her head, bottom lip poking out. "No, Mama. The bad man is out there. He's not here. You let him in here, Mama. You let him be bad."

Oh, Lin... Toph thinks, heart sinking.

"You have to make it better, Mama." She turns, whispers in Azula's ear, "Can my mama make it better?"

Azula doesn't know what to say.