Shinobi Nations: Konoha
Tsunade was doing paperwork when Shizune entered her office. "Lady Tsunade, we just got a report from the Anbu you've sent to search for Sasuke." The Hokage was now paying attention. "They've determined Sasuke never went to Orochimaru."
Are you certain?" Tsunade asked.
"They managed to spy on Orochimaru long enough, before detection, to ascertain Sasuke is not with him." Shizune responded.
"If he's not with Orochimaru, then where could he be?" Tsunade asked.
"We…still don't know." Shizune answered.
Unbeknownst to them, Sakura was standing in the hallway. "Sasuke's not with Orochimaru? That's great news, but where could he be?"
At this point, she went about slipping away.
"Get the Anbu searching for Sasuke and have them bring him back to the village." Tsunade ordered. "Also, summon Kakashi to the tower."
"Yes, Lady Tsunade!" Shizune declared as she left the office.
Elemental Nations: Republic City, Pro-Bending Arena
Snow fell over the city as Korra was in the arena's gym handling a blob of water. She split it into two and rapidly launched them at Bolin and Mako. The Earthbender bent up a disc that effectively blocked while the Firebender vaporized it.
From there, the trio began going at it with their respective elements as they blocked with or fired them off. Eventually, a fire blast hit Bolin in the stomach, and he was flung backwards while managing to launch off an earth disc.
It hit Korra in the gut, taking her off her feet, just after she launched a water blob at Mako. He was nailed in the face flinging him to the ground. The Fire Ferrets were quick to sit up and laugh. Mako stood and took off his helmet.
Sasuke, from the sidelines, nodded. "You three are getting better by the day."
"That means a lot coming from you, Sasuke." Mako then turned to the Avatar. "It's been great having you at so many back-to-back practices, Korra."
"Feels good to be back, though Tarrlok wasn't happy about my leave of absence." Korra said.
"Hey, you joined the Fire Ferrets before you joined his task force." Bolin declared.
"If you ask me, you're better off without his task force." Sasuke added. "You're more yourself without him."
"I do feel a lot better." Korra agreed.
"Okay, team huddle time." Mako said as he, Korra, and Bolin got into huddle position before he then turned to the Uchiha. "You too, Sasuke."
"Really?" Sasuke asked, raising an eyebrow.
"Yeah." Mako smiled. "You're part of this team too." Sasuke joined the huddle where Bolin smiled at Korra, she smiled at Mako, and he smiled at all three. "It's our first match of the tournament tonight. I know we haven't been a team long, but even so, the Fire Ferrets have
never been this good. Are we ready?"
"We're ready!" Korra and Bolin declared.
Sasuke merely hummed in agreement.
"Not quite." Asami voiced, drawing their attention to her and Xiba as they walked into the room with Future Industries sponsored gear. "You'll need these."
"Hey, Asami." Mako said.
"Good morning, sweetie." Asami returned.
Korra and Asami's brother were both annoyed.
"Somebody kill me…" Xiba muttered.
"These new uniforms look great!" Mako said.
"You look great, champ!" Asami declared.
They Eskimo kissed while Bolin looked on, Sasuke was annoyed, Xiba gaged, and Korra showed her disgust. Of course, anyone who looked out of the ordinary returned to normal the moment they looked at them.
"Well teammates, I'll see you before the match tonight." Mako moved to leave with his date. "Asami and I have a lunch date."
Bolin waved. "We'll check you guys later."
"I'm out of here." Xiba took his leave as well, but not before waving back at the remaining Ferrets. "Good luck in your first tournament match! I'll be there watching!"
"Guess we should go too." Sasuke said.
"Yeah." Korra agreed, picking up her bag.
"So…Korra, there they go, here we are, all alone in the gym." Bolin said.
"Sasuke is here too, you know." Korra commented.
"Oh, yeah. I knew that." Bolin chuckled. "Here we are, the three of us. Together."
"Look, we need to head back to Air Temple Island so Korra can continue her Airbending training." Sasuke informed.
"Yeah, I got to get back to it." Korra agreed as the pair left. "See ya!"
Bolin was now alone and disappointed at his failed attempt.
Attic: Evening…
Mako was making dinner while Bolin gave Pabu a bath, much to the fireferret's protests.
"Work with me here, Pabu!" The Earthbender pleaded. "You wanna look spic and span in your new uniform, don't you?"
He managed to get the little guy into the tub of water. Pabu then rose back up and shook some water from his fur while looking defeated.
Bolin now turned to his brother. "So, what do you think of Korra, in a 'girlfriend' sort of way?"
"She's great, but I think it makes more sense for me to go for Asami." Mako answered.
"I was talking about a girlfriend for ME!" Bolin exclaimed annoyed. "Leave some ladies for the rest of us!"
"I know." Mako covered. "That's what I thought you meant."
"Well?" Bolin asked.
"I don't know, Bo." Mako sighed. "It doesn't seem like a good idea for you to date Korra."
"You just said she was great two seconds ago." Bolin said.
"Yeah, Korra is great, but I don't know if she's really 'girlfriend material'." Mako answered. "She's more like a pal."
"Bro, you're nuts!" Bolin declared. "Korra and I are perfect for each other. She's strong, I'm strong; she's fun, I'm fun; she's beautiful, I'm GORGEOUS! I don't care what you think, I'm gonna ask her out."
"Look, it just isn't smart to date a teammate, ESPECIALLY during the tournament. Keep your head out of the clouds and your priorities straight, okay?" Mako asked.
"Yeah, yeah, I know. Gah." Bolin turned to his fire ferret. "You know what I'm talking about, Pabu. I'm talking about REAL love."
The fire ferret just looked confused.
Air Temple Island
Sasuke, Korra, Jinora, and Ikki were feeding fruit to ring-tailed lemurs in the snow.
"So, how's it going with the tall, dreamy Firebender boy?" Jinora asked the Avatar. "You've
been spending A LOT of time together lately."
"Oooh, yeah!" Ikki was excited. "Tell us about the MAGICAL romance!"
"What? Listen to you two." Korra deflected. "I-I'm NOT interested in Mako or any romantic stuff. Besides, he's all about that prissy, beautiful, elegant, rich girl."
"You just described Asami, and your tone says otherwise." Sasuke retorted plainly.
"Oh, whatever!" Korra exclaimed. "Let's just say for a second I AM interested. What do I do?"
"Here we go…" Sasuke muttered annoyed.
"Ooh, I just read a historical saga where the heroine fell in love with the enemy general's son, who's supposed to marry the princess." Jinora informed. "You should do what she did!"
"Tell me!" Korra pleaded.
"She rode a dragon into battle and burned down the ENTIRE COUNTRY." Jinora informed.
Sasuke raised an eyebrow. "What stories have you been reading?"
"Wait, it gets better." Jinora retorted. "She then jumped into a volcano. It was so romantic."
Sasuke sighed. "Give me a break…"
Korra was at a loss for words.
"No, no, no!" Ikki interjected. "The best way to win a boy's heart is to brew a love potion of rainbows and sunsets. It makes true lovers sprout wings and fly into a magical castle in the sky. There they'll get married, eat clouds with spoons, and use stars as ice cubes in their moonlight punch. Forever and ever!"
"Okay, new question; what stories do YOU read?" Sasuke asked in disbelief.
"The volcano is starting to make more sense." Korra commented before they heard a laugh and turned to see it was Pema. "Oh, hey, Pema. How long have you been standing there?"
"Long enough." Pema smiled. "Trust me, I know what you're going through. Years ago, I was in the exact same situation, with Tenzin."
That shocked the four of them.
"Daddy was in love with someone else before you?" Ikki asked.
"That's right." Pema answered.
"So, what did you do?" Korra asked.
"Well, for the longest time I did nothing." Pema informed. "I was so shy and scared of rejection, but watching my soulmate spend his life with the wrong woman became too painful. So, I hung my chin out there and confessed my love to Tenzin. The rest is history."
"Wooow!" Korra, Jinora, and Ikki said in awe.
Sasuke rolled his eyes. "Gag me."
"Don't be such a grump, Sasuke." Pema smiled. "Sooner or later, you might end up in the same situation too. You'll be spending your life with the wrong girl until the right one comes along."
"We'll see about that." Sasuke scoffed.
Pro-Bending Arena: Night…
The tournament was about to begin. All the Fire Ferrets, though Sasuke did not wear the padding since he wouldn't be out there, wore Future Industries Fire Ferrets gear. The fact that Sasuke got to wear something signaling himself as part of the team did prove Mako was truthful before.
"Folks, after a year of waiting, the Pro-Bending Championship isfinally here! Tonight is the first set of matches in our singleelimination sixteen team bracket. I gotta tell ya, these are the mosttenacious and talented bending trios this arena has ever seen!" Theannouncer, Shiro, announced.
"Introducing our first team, the Future Industries Fire Ferrets…" The crowd cheered. "…and theiropponents, the Red Sand Rabaroos!"
The match started explosively as opposite elements collided.
"What an explosive opening volley." Shiro declared. "Both teams quickly recovered and unleash a barrage of bending. I am astonished with the level of improvement displayed here by the Fire Ferrets. No wonder the Avatar has been absent from the papers lately.
She's obviously had her nose to the grindstone in the gym. The Ferrets advance into Rabaroo territory, and they are holding nothing back. Nice sprawl there by Mako. Bolin strikes, Ula dodges, and all three Rabaroos are down. The Fire Ferrets easily take round one!"
"Round two!"
"The Rabaroos are looking for payback, and they go straight after Bolin." Shiro continued. "Korra comes to his defense and water whacks Umi back into zone two! The Ferrets are on fire tonight, and they win round two!"
"Round three!"
"With the Rabaroos down two rounds, they'll need a knockout to win, but with the way the Fire Ferrets are playing, I don't see that happening." Shiro declared. "These Ferrets are working together like a well-oiled bending machine. Bolin passes Adi into zone two, and the Ferrets get the green light to advance. Down goes Adi, Ula, and Umi!"
"All three rounds go to the Future Industries Fire Ferrets, who win the opening match of the tournament!"
The trio returned to the changing area.
"Nice first start." Sasuke nodded. "Keep it up, and you'll win the championship."
"Yeah, we really connected out there." Mako said.
"I feel like the two of us have been connecting really well OUT of the ring too." Korra said.
"Uh, sure.
"So, I was thinking we should spend some time together."
"We've been spending lots of time together."
"I mean outside of the gym, and not while searching for kidnapped family members or fighting chi blockers."
"I don't know. Asami and I have…"
Korra cut him off. "Look, I really like you, and I think we were meant for each other!"
She then quickly turned around and hid her blushing face.
"Korra, I'm sorry, but I just don't feel the same way." Mako returned.
"Forget I ever said anything…" Korra said disappointed.
"Look, it was nice to tell him about your feelings, but that might have been a bit much." Sasuke whispered to her.
Just then Asami entered with Pabu on her shoulder. "Congratulations, guys! You were amazing out there."
She kissed the Firebender on the cheek, which resulted in Korra and Mako looking uncomfortably at each other.
Korra sat down with Bolin sitting next to her. "Korra, I was thinking, you and I…we could get some dinner together, sort of a DATE situation."
"Oh, that's really sweet, but I don't think so." Korra responded downtrodden. "I don't feel very date worthy."
"Are you kidding?" Bolin asked. "You're the smartest, funniest, toughest, buffest, talentedest, incrediblest girl in the world!"
Korra chuckled. "You really feel that way about me?"
"I've felt that way since the moment I saw you!" Bolin responded. "Trust me, I know we'd have so much fun together."
"You know what, I could use some fun." Korra smiled. "Okay, sure."
"Yes!" Bolin cheered. "Who's the luckiest guy in the world? Right here, Bolin!"
Mako watches them while holding Asami, who clung herself into him and rested on his shoulder.
"Why do I have a feeling this won't go well?" Sasuke muttered as he left.
Streets: Later…
Korra and Bolin were eating at a noodle place, known asNarook's Seaweed Noodlery, while Naga rested out front.
"So, how you like it?" Bolin asked, slurping his noodles.
"Hmm, it's delicious and totally authentic." Korra replied. "I didn't realize how much Imissed Water Tribe grub."
"That's great because this is my favorite joint. See? You love Water Tribe food, I love Water Tribe food. Just another reason we are so great together." Bolin said.
"They are good noodles!" Korra praised. "Hey, who's that creepy guy over there who keeps glaring at us?"
She pointed at a young man sitting with a girl in each arm and a couple of guys around them.
"That's Tahno and the Wolf-bats." Bolin explained, intimidated. "The reigning champs, three years running. Don't make eye contact." Korra looked right at the guy prompting their whole group to approach. "Uh-oh, here he comes. Don't mess with this guy, he's a nasty dude."
"Well, well, well, if it isn't the Fire Ferrets." Tahno spoke confidently. "Pro-bending's saddest excuse for a team. Tell me, how did a couple of amateurs like you luck your way into the tournament? Especially you, Avatar. You know, if you'd like to learn how a REAL pro bends, I could give you some PRIVATE lessons."
Korra stood up close in front of him. "You want to go toe-to-toe with me, pretty boy?"
"Go for it." Tahno smirked. "I'll give you the first shot."
"Korra, don't." Bolin whispered. "He's baiting you. If you hit him, we're out of the tournament."
Korra whistled, and Naga's head came bursting through the window before she roared at Tahno. He fell, but his teammates caught him. They walk off while Korra and Bolin laughed.
"I've never seen someone harass Tahno!" Bolin declared. "YOU are one of a kind, Korra."
From there, Korra and Bolin drunk soda, which made the Earthbender burp. While he was initially ashamed, Korra burped even louder. Bolin burped again, and the Avatar burped ever louder.
The pair laughed while the couple next to them gave disgusted looks. The two Fire Ferrets then went to Harmony Tower, where there were various other couples, and Korra ended up enjoying the view while Bolin enjoyed having Korra with him.
Pro-Bending Arena: Next Day, Evening…
Sasuke made his way over to the arena where he found the team's Firebender sitting on the stairs near the entrance. "Mako, what are you doing out here?"
"I'm just getting some fresh air to clear my head before the match." Mako responded.
"I see…" Sasuke said.
"Have you seen Korra?" Mako asked.
"Not since she left for that date with Bolin yesterday." Sasuke answered.
"I told him it was a bad idea." Mako said in a bitter tone.
"Do you…have feelings for Korra?" Sasuke asked.
"What? No! That's crazy!" Mako deflected. "I mean, you were there when I told her I don't feel the same way about her."
"Yeah, I heard you." Sasuke then spotted Korra arriving at the arena. "Hey, there she is." He walked up to her. "So, how was it?"
"We had fun." Korra said as they walked up to the arena. "Nothing went wrong."
Mako stood and looked sternly at her. "What kind of game are you playing?"
"Uh, Pro-Bending?" Korra answered. "We've got the quarter final match."
"No, I mean with Bolin." Mako retorted. "You've got him all in a tizzy, and I know you're
only using him to get back at me."
Sasuke face palmed. "Here we go…"
"I am not." Korra defended. "We're just having fun together. Why do you care anyway?"
"I'm looking out for my little brother." Mako retorted. "I don't want to see his heart get broken."
"Wait a second…you're not worried about him, you're jealous." Korra smirked. "You do have feelings for me."
"What? Jealous?" Mako deflected. "Don't be ridiculous!"
"Nope, I'm not touching this!" Sasuke exclaimed as he walked inside. "See you two in the arena."
"Admit it, you like me." Korra said.
"No, I'm with Asami!" Mako said.
"Yeah, but when you're with her, you're thinking about me, aren't you?"
"Get over yourself!"
"I'm just being honest!"
"You're crazy!"
"You're a liar!"
They glared at each other before storming into the arena.
"Oh, hey, Mako…" A stranger said, but the Firebender ignored him. "Oh…"
Later…
"Eight teams have been eliminated, so eight advance into thequarter finals, which get underway way tonight." Shiro informed. "The rookies areabout to take on the former and longest-reigning champs, the Boar-q-pines.
Youth clashes against experience in a battle for the ages, orrather of the ages." The bell rang signaling thestart of the match. "Korra dodges and, OOH, slams right into her
teammate! Down goes Mako and Bolin and Korra!"
Sasuke shook his head and sighed. "I knew what happened yesterday wouldn't turn out well."
"Round one goes to the Boar-q-pines!"
"You were supposed to defend while I attacked!" Mako snapped.
"I had an opening, so I took it!" Korra snapped back.
"What is up with you two?" Bolin questioned without waiting for a response. "Alright, whatever, just pull it together."
"The Ferrets are looking to mount some offense here in round two." Shiro announced. "Bolin lets fly a flurry of attacks, he's a one-man bending battalion. The Ferrets are having a rough time finding their rhythm tonight, but thanks to Bolin, they narrowly notch round two. Not sure what's eating them, but this is not the same team who took out the Rabaroos."
"Round three is a tie! We go to a tiebreaker to decide the match."
"The Fire Ferrets win the coin toss! Which element do you choose?"
"I got this." Mako said.
"I know you usually handle these, but frankly, your head's not in the game." Bolin interjected. "I'll take this one." He then spoke up. "We choose earth!"
The platform in the middle rose with Bolin and the Earthbender Boar-q-pine atop it.
"Looks like the Earthbenders will collide in the tie-breaker face-off." Shiro declared. "Bolin goes in for the grapple, Chang reverses. Bolin strikes from midair, knocking Chang to the edge of the circle. Another strike from Bolin, and Chang is in the drink!"
"The Future Industries Fire Ferrets win their quarter final match!"
Bolin cheered while Korra and Mako were relieved. The latter two were then quick to look away from each other, annoyed and angry.
"That was a close one, folks!" Shiro declared. "Youth triumphs over experience tonight!"
Night…
Korra was at the balcony of the arena with Sasuke when Mako came walking towards the Avatar.
The Uchiha blocked his way. "Korra doesn't want to see you."
"Look, I know she's angry, but I just need to talk to her." Mako said.
"It's okay, Sasuke." Korra stated.
Sasuke backed off.
"Korra, sometimes you can be so infuriating, but I…" Mako began.
"Save your breath." Korra interrupted. "You already made it clear how you feel about me."
"No, I haven't." Mako voiced. "What I'm trying to say is; as much as you drive me crazy, I also think you're pretty amazing."
"So, you DO like me?" Korra asked hopefully.
"Yes, but I like Asami too." Mako sighed. "I don't know. Things are complicated. I've been feeling really confused and…"
He was cut off as Korra kissed him on the mouth. While the Firebender was initially confused, he ended up kissing her back. When they pulled apart, both blushed.
"Are you kidding me?" Sasuke then saw Bolin carrying flowers towards them, only to now look devastated. "Ugh…"
The other two now saw Bolin, who burst into tears and ran away crying while dropping the flowers.
"Bolin, this isn't what you think!" Mako called, but the Earthbender wasn't listening causing him to turn on the Avatar. "Great! Look at what you did!"
"You're blaming ME!?" Korra asked insulted.
"YOU kissed me!"
"YOU kissed me back!"
Mako growled in anger, but before he could rush off after his brother, Sasuke stepped out in front of them both.
"You two are colossal idiots!" The Uchiha yelled in anger. "I can't believe someone younger even has to say this. Korra I'm damn sure Pema didn't mean you were supposed to kiss the guy already in the relationship. Mako, you are in a relationship, yet you kissed her back.
You're both at fault, and I don't even want to show up for your next game because that's bound to be a bigger travesty than how you two played tonight. Get your heads out your butts and fix this." He stormed off. "Don't either of you bother talking to me until you do!"
Korra and Mako were both left with sad, regretful looks.
Air Temple Island
Sasuke was still angry with how things turned out, as he got off the ferry, to the point he didn't even notice the bubbles around him. "I can't believe those two would be stupid enough to take things this far."
"Something on your mind, Sasuke?" Utakata asked.
The Uchiha stopped and turned to see the former Kiri Jonin was leaning against a tree. "Korra and Mako are absolute morons." He shook his head. "Ugh, they're in relationship drama. Mako's dating someone else, yet he ended up kissing Korra back after she kissed him.
Bolin had feelings for Korra and thought they were more serious than they were. Tonight, those prior two already tanked in the match with him being the only reason they won. Now, all three of them are going to tank, and the Fire Ferrets might as well not even exist anymore."
"Ah, relationship drama…" Utakata figured this would crop up sooner or later, he was young himself not too long ago. "Sounds about right."
"Sounds about right!?" Sasuke yelled.
"Look Sasuke, you might not want to hear this, but all young people are moronic in their teenage years." Utakata informed. "It just varies on how much and what they are moronic over. relationships are a rather common avenue of stupidity."
"Hn." Sasuke retorted.
"Did you make your displeasure at the situation clear?" Utakata asked.
"I gave them a piece of my mind." Sasuke retorted.
"That means they're important to you." Utakata noted. "Couple that with how you're feeling now, and it's clear those three have wormed their way into your heart. As things stand, it's up to them to fix this. All you can do is decide how you will proceed, weather its worth it to continue caring about them."
"Weather it's worth it…" Sasuke stated.
"When you consider people to be your comrade, you must decide for yourself how much you are willing to tolerate." Utakata voiced. "Take it from me, relationship drama is nothing compared to what someone you look at favorably can do to you."
Sasuke looked at the ground before ultimately walking off without a word.
Narook's Seaweed Noodlery: Morning…
"Morning, Narook." Mako entered the restaurant. "My brother here?"
The man, Narook, pointed to where Bolin was. The Earthbender was sitting slumped across a table, melancholic. Multiple empty bowls were stacked up, indicating the Earthbender had eaten through his sorrow.
"Thanks." Mako nodded before approaching his brother. "C'mon, wake up bro."
"Don't call mem that." Bolin looked up at the Firebender and sniffled sadly. "You're not my brother! You're a brother betrayer! The only ones I can trust anymore are Pabu and Sasuke!"
"Bo, you're right." Mako sighed as the Earthbender looked at him in surprise. "I messed up big time and hurt you when that's the last thing I ever should have done. I'm sorry. I can only hope you'll find it in your heart to forgive me."
"Mako…" Bolin stood. "We're brothers, right?" He managed to bring a small smile out, making himself seem less defeated. "Just like we've gotten through fights before, we'll get through this." Bolin hugged Mako, who hugged him back. "Girls, am I right?"
Mako shook his head as they parted. "I'm just as at fault for what happened as Korra."
"Yeah…" Bolin nodded before taking a deep breath. "We should get home and see what can be done to get me ready for the match tonight."
Pro-Bending Arena
Korra had spent all day looking for Sasuke; however, he seemed to be avoiding her. Eventually, she had to head to the arena and could only hope he'd somehow come to know they patched things up…if the brothers were willing that is.
Upon entering the locker area, she saw the brothers seemed in higher spirits before their gaze settled on her. "Hey." She looked away before turning her attention to the Earthbender. "Bolin, I'm sorry I hurt your feelings. Things got out of hand, and it was my fault."
"Ah, I'll be alright." Bolin smiled. "Hey, we had fun together, didn't we?"
"I honestly had a great time." Korra smiled too. "You are one of a kind, Bolin. Mako, I know I messed everything up, but I'm hoping we could still be friends."
Mako thought about it before nodding. "Definitely."
The three Benders of the Fire Ferrets all smiled at one another before the door opened. They turned to see Sasuke walking into the locker room. He looked at them, more specifically Korra and Mako, before looking away.
"Hn." Sasuke sighed. "Even if you three are probably going to tank out there, I guess I'd still like to be here."
Bolin was confused. "What?"
"Sasuke went pretty hard on Korra and me, rightfully so, after what we did to you." Mako informed. "I suppose you could say he's the reason we reflected like we did and shaped how we acted."
"He got angry on my behalf?" Bolin was touched by that.
Korra approached the Uchiha. "As much as that means to hear, I don't think we're going to play bad at all." She smiled. "Sorry I put you through this."
"Ditto." Mako joined them. "We really were being moronic, but I think we've managed to correct that." He put a hand on his shoulder. "Thanks for holding us accountable."
"I suppose that's a decent apology." Sasuke nodded. "I think I can only move past this by you three getting out there and winning this match."
Korra and Bolin grinned while Mako nodded. "You got it."
The Ferrets went about getting ready before having to head out and line up against the Buzzard Wasps.
"You can't find two teams more evenly matched in age, size, and strength than the Fire Ferrets and the Buzzard-Wasps. Believe me, I've looked! This should be a pulse-pounding semifinals, folks!" Shiro announced. "Hold the presses, could my earlier words have been proven wrong.
The Fire Ferrets are coming out with flawless teamwork, the likes of which they showcased in their first match of the championship bracket. The Ferrets are managing to block and dodge every element the Wasps throw their way!"
The Fire Ferrets were truly on fire as they let the Buzzard Wasp wear themselves out before ultimately striking with each of their respective elements.
"What a knockout in round one!" Shiro exclaimed. "The Fire Ferrets secure their spot in the finals!" All the Fire Ferrets, the three Benders and Sasuke, celebrated their victory as they met back in the lockers. "From rookies to finalist, the Ferrets might just go all the way, folks!"
It wasn't long before the Wolfbats entered the locker room, with Tahno entering last and inhaling deeply with an expression of disgust. "Ooh, oof. You boys smell something in here? Wait, I know what that is; yeah, that's the scent of losers."
"Says the loser himself." Sasuke retorted.
Tahno approached him. "I'd suggest you watch your mouth before you end up getting hurt."
"Leave him alone." Mako ordered. "He's not your opponent.
"I hope we see you in the finals." Korra added. "There, we'll see who the losers REALLY are!"
"I'm peeing my pants over here." Tahno retorted sarcastically.
"And now, your defending champs, the White Falls Wolfbats!"
The team headed on in while Asami and Xiba entered the room.
"You three did such a great job." Asami threw her arms around Mako's neck. "I've never seen a match end that quickly before."
"Yeah, you three were awesome!" Xiba added.
"Thanks, but if it hadn't been for you or your father, we wouldn't have had the chance to play." Korra said. "Thank you, Asami."
"Mako should rush out into traffic more often." Sasuke crossed his arms. "Who knows what luck will befall us the next time it happens."
No one would respond to what Sasuke said since the Wolfbat's match came to an end.
"Your winners, the Wolf-bats!"
Everyone was stunned.
"With a brutal round one knockout, the defending champs secure their spot in the finals." Shiro announced. "Unless the fire Ferrets can pull off what they did prior, they may just need a good doctor on standby."
The team the Wolfbats beat had to be carried away on stretchers. It was clear, despite how far the Fire Ferrets had come, they still had work to put in if they wanted to stand a chance.
I want to start by saying Avatar the Last Airbender was a show that essentially caught lightning in a bottle. To me and many others, it is a masterpiece. That said, it also had its own showing of relationship drama because the characters we followed were still teenagers. Why do I bring this up? It's because the episode this chapter is based off of is one major example of teenage drama. I know the love triangles aren't a favorite of a lot of people.
The characters we're dealing with might be older than the prior series' main characters, but they're still in their teens. Maybe some of you had love down at the age of seventeen, but I most certainly did not. Heck, in our world that's the age of a seniors and from personal experiance at my school, they were the people with the most relationship drama. I want to be clear; I get not liking the love triangles, but I am just saying I understand where Legend of Korra was coming from.
yetimaurez (Ch. 1): Yep.