Alright guys here's the seventh chapter of my ATLA story.
Anyway, quick things to point out if haven't noticed.
Text Like this = Someone thinking to themselves
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Text Like this" = A conversation (for those of you who don't know.)
TEXT LIKE THIS = A full on shouting match
Disclaimer: I do not own Avatar: The Last Airbender. That goes to the creators of the story Bryan and Mike
Chapter 7: Aang's Explosive Personality
Aang sighed. "I honestly didn't think that the saying 'go where the wind takes you' would be so exhausting." Aang said.
"Oh shut it, there's no point in complaining Twinkle Toes." Toph said.
"Well we didn't really do anything today Toph." Aang said.
"I wouldn't say that exactly." Toph said.
"We invaded Sokka's house and invaded the Kyoshi Warriors' training." Aang said.
"I needed someone else to spar against since you're boring." Toph said.
"But did you really have to go overboard?" Aang said.
"What are you talking about?" Toph feigned innocence.
"Seriously Toph? You bruised up and I'm pretty sure injured half of Suki's squad." Aang said.
"Hey what can I say, they should've trained harder." Toph replied.
"I'm just saying to take down a notch." Aang pleaded.
Toph scoffed. "Are you telling the Greatest Earthbender ever to take it down notch?" Toph asked.
Aang looked at Toph. "Please, I know you were holding back. If you weren't holding back you'd destroy part of the Ba Sing Se."
Toph scoffed at his comment "You think a poor little blind girl would do that much destruction?"
"Alright, I don't want to keep playing." Aang said.
Toph smiled at him. "Aw, but I was just getting started Twinkle Toes."
"Can we head back now? I'm exhausted." Aang asked.
"Party pooper." Toph said.
"So is that a yes?" Aang asked.
"Fine. It does seem like we've been out for quite a while." Toph noted.
Aang looked up at the sky. "You're right it won't be long before nightfall comes."
"Well then Twinkle Toes let's head back to eat dinner." Toph said.
"You read my mind." Aang said.
"So Twinkles-" Toph started.
"Yeah what's up?" Aang asked.
"I've been hearing rumors…" Toph said.
Aang stopped in his tracks paying to Toph. "About…?" Aang asked.
Toph smirked. "You being head over heels over Ty Lee."
Aang slapped his forehead. "You know I thought by the sound of your voice it'd be something serious."
Toph place her hand in her hips. "You're not denying my statement, Twinkle Toes."
"Why do you care?" Aang asked.
"Just to feed my curiosity." Toph said.
"No, I don't have any emotional feelings towards her." Aang said.
"Good you better." Toph covered her mouth as she let that slip.
Aang gave a confused stare at Toph. "Good why?"
Toph blushed and waved her hands. "Well, because because-"
Aang raised his eyebrow in confusion. "Because?"
"Because someone like you, an Airbender dating someone like Ty Lee, a Firebender could cause some problems against both nations." Toph reasoned.
'But Katara and Zuko are both dating, so…" Aang said.
"Well, you still have training to do, so you can't have any distractions." Toph said.
Aang gave her a surprised look. "Oh, that makes sense."
Toph looked away from. "Anyway let's keep going."
"Right, right." Aang said.
"Glad I found you two here." A voice said.
"Tsk what a way to kill it Snoozles." Toph muttered.
"Is there something you need Sokka?" Aang asked.
Sokka nodded holding up two fingers. "Actually I came here for two reasons."
"Which are?" Toph asked in annoyance.
"First things first. Toph, Suki needs you to help her clean up the mess you left behind at the Kyoshi Warriors' training. Second, I need to talk to Aang in private." Sokka said.
"Why do I have to do it?" Toph asked.
"Because you did majority of the mess. Plus, you injured half of Suki's squad." Sokka reasoned.
"Not my fault they weren't prepared." Toph said.
"It kinda is Toph. You could've taken it down a notch." Sokka said.
Toph glanced at Aang. "Great now you're the second person to tell me that today."
"Suki expects you to be there, so you might as well get going." Sokka said
Toph crossed her arms in annoyance. "Man, this bites."
"Well then, Aang I need to talk with you." Sokka said.
Toph walked towards Aang. "Looks like we're not eating dinner together Twinkle Toes."
"I'll just wait then." Aang said.
"That's a promise?" Toph said.
"Sure." Aang said.
Toph smiled at Aang making him blush. "Alright then I'll be back before you know it."
"She seemed quite motivated" Sokka pointed out.
"That's one way of looking at it." Aang said.
"Anyways, let's get straight to the point. I need to have a quick word with you about something." Sokka said.
Aang's stomach made a loud grumble. "You know I'd like to help you in whatever way I can, but can we eat something first because I'm starving." Aang said.
"You said it buddy. I'm starving too, but do you know any places where we could get something to eat?" Sokka asked.
Aang pointed towards the direction he was headed. "Well, Toph and I were heading back to her house, so we could eat. If you want you could come with us."
Sokka smiled. "You don't have to ask me twice. Let's go."
"Yeah, but we have to wait for Toph." Aang said.
"Majority of the damage left by Toph was already fixed, so she was only left with the heavy stuff." Sokka said.
Aang gave Sokka a puzzled look. "So why call her?"
"Because they couldn't fix everything." Sokka said.
"I see." Aang said.
"And besides by the time we get to Toph's house she'd be finished with her work." Sokka said.
Aang smiled. "Yeah, I guess you're right."
"I know."
Aang and Sokka walked towards Toph's house in bitter silence. Aang was wondering what Sokka needed while Sokka himself was wondering what type of food was going to be served at Toph's house. While walking a voice could be heard shouting out loud.
"HEY TWINKLE TOES." Toph shouted.
"Don't tell me she's already done." Sokka said.
Aang gave a half smile at Sokka. "Well you did say she was motivated."
Sokka scoffed. "Yeah, but she left like ten minutes ago."
"Well here she comes." Aang pointed out.
As if on cue, Toph showed up covered in dirt and dust smiling. "What's up?"
"Uh… nothing much, but how did you finish so fast?" Aang asked.
"Suki did majority of the light work, so she left the 'hard' part of the job to me." Toph said.
"So Suki let you go?" Sokka asked.
Toph nodded. "Well she's right over there."
"Wait you brought Suki here?" Sokka asked.
"Yeah I did. She worked hard, so I invited her to dinner." Toph said.
Suki walked in and she was in worse shape than Toph. "Hey guys."
"Hi honey." Sokka said.
"What's up Sokka?" Suki asked.
"AGHH ENOUGH TALKING. I'M HUNGRY." Toph said.
"Fine let's go eat, but first we need to clean up." Suki said.
"Fine." Toph said.
Sokka smiled "Alright let's go." All four of them walked into Toph's house to finally feast on the food that they were told of.
XXXXXXXX
"So was there a reason you needed me?" Aang asked.
"Well yes and no." Sokka said.
"You're not making sense." Aang said.
"Yes I need you because I need someone to talk to and since Suki is gonna be busy, who better to take than my buddy?" Sokka said.
"And no because?" Aang asked.
"Oh right. No because I need to meet up with my dad." Sokka said.
"You just need a ride don't you?" Aang asked.
"Well that to, but mainly 'cuz I wanna talk." Sokka said
"Well then when are we scheduled to leave?" Aang asked.
"Today." Sokka replied.
"You couldn't have told me this earlier?" Aang moaned.
"Hey, better late than never am I right?" Sokka said.
"Yeah, I guess." Aang said.
"Do you want to leave right now or later?" Sokka asked.
"I'd actually rather want to leave now." Aang said.
"Alright, then follow me." Sokka said. He walked a few steps before he realized his mistake.
"Hey, uh, Sokka. Don't you think we need to get Appa first?" Aang asked.
"Oh, I knew that. I was just trying to test you." Sokka justified. Aang started to walk to the Beifongs to retrieve his things and get Appa ready.
"Sure, and penguins can fly. Anyway are you going to follow me?" Aang asked. Sokka had no choice, but to follow.
"Yeah, yeah let's get going." Sokka said.
"So how long are we going to stay with your dad?" Aang asked.
"Maybe three days." Sokka said.
"How come?" Aang asked.
"When we get there I'll talk to him about some matters that came up. The other two will be to relax." Sokka said.
"Why relax?" Aang asked.
"So, I can spend time with my pops. It's been awhile since we've been able to have some father-son time." Sokka said.
"I see.." Aang muttered.
"Besides I also want to hang out with you. Since you've been hanging out with Toph ever since you got back." Sokka huffed that last part.
"You seem a little bothered Sokka." Aang noted.
"Me? Bothered? Why would I be bothered? It's not like your best friend left out of nowhere for a few months and then decides to come back with a simple 'what's up' and then proceeds to hang out with someone else since he got back, instead of hanging out with his best friend." Sokka said.
"I'm sorry Sokka I didn't know that's you felt." Aang said.
"Of course you wouldn't know how I feel since you haven't been around me for so long. There's days where Suki isn't here and I have to be alone all day. It gets lonely here. And when I think you might come over, I hear your hanging around Toph." Sokka said tears starting to stream down his face. He walked further ahead so Aang wouldn't see him.
Aang felt hurt. Guilt hit him right in the gut as he saw his friend crying.
"Sokka…" Aang softly said. Sokka wiped away his tears and grinned at him.
"How do you like my acting?" Sokka asked. Aang opened his mouth in disbelief.
"You were acting this whole time?" Aang asked.
"Pretty good huh? I picked that up from Suki, since she's always doing that to me." Sokka said/
"I actually felt pretty guilty for doing you like that, but come to find out you're messing with me." Aang said. Sokka started laughing uncontrollably at Aang's reaction.
"Listen, Aang. I would never ever get mad at you for hanging out with someone else. You do you." Sokka said.
"But still. I felt bad." Aang said. Sokka stopped and patted Aang in his shoulder.
"Don't be. I see your happy every time you're with her. In fact, it's been so long since I've ever seen you that happy." Sokka said.
"Well that's because I love her." Aang said.
"Wait love who?" Sokka asked.
"Toph." Aang replied. Seconds turned to minutes as the silence kept making the situation.
"Of course you do." Sokka finally broke the silence.
"You know I honestly thought you would be surprised." Aang said.
"Oh believe me Aang, appearances can be deceiving. I already lost a hefty amount of cash to Suki and Katara." Sokka said.
"Sorry about that." Aang sheepishly said.
"It's whatever Aang. It's no skin off my back." Sokka said.
"Well I feel like I needed to tell somebody." Aang said.
"Don't worry Aang. I'm always gonna be all ears to your problems." Sokka said.
"Thanks Sokka. I needed that." Aang said.
"Hey as long as you're happy. I'm happy for you." Sokka said.
"Thanks." Aang said.
Sokka had a confused look on his face. "Wait, when exactly are you gonna tell her?"
"That's just it. I don't know when I'm going to tell her." Aang sheepishly said.
"Wait if you were betting against Toph and I, who exactly did you pair me up with?" Aang asked.
"Oh that's easy. Ty Lee." Sokka said.
Aang then had a flashback as to when Toph said the same exact person's name. "So it was you."
Sokka gave him a questioning look. " Yes, it was me."
"You don't know what I'm even accusing you of." Aang said.
"You're right, but I just wanted to see your reaction. By what was me?" Sokka said.
Aang gave Sokka an annoyed look. "You're the one who's been saying that I might have feelings for Ty Lee. Now Toph has the idea that I like Ty Lee."
"Hey, I only said it was a rumor I never said anything about it being true." Sokka justified.
"Great now knowing Toph she might spread these false rumors." Aang said.
Sokka smiled at Aang. "Oh come on don't think about it like that."
"Why?" Aang asked.
"Why what?" Sokka asked.
"Why did you do it?" Aang asked.
"I saw an easy chance of making money, so I took it." Sokka replied.
"Is that so?" Aang looked at Sokka.
"Would you turn down an offer to make easy money?" Sokka asked.
"More than likely." Aang said.
"And here I was gonna split the money with you in case I won." Sokka said.
"So, how much money were you going to make off of Suki and Katara?" Aang asked.
Sokka looked around in suspicion and whispered in his ear the amount "XXXXX"
Aang's jaw dropped. "THAT MUCH AMOUNT OF MONEY?"
Sokka looked in disappointment. "Yeah."
Aang gave him a questioning glance. "So you owe both Suki and Katara that much money."
"Me and Zuko to be precise." Sokka said.
"Oh for a second there I thought it was just you." Aang said.
"Why?" Sokka asked.
"Well, if I'm being honest, that seems like way too much money for you to pay up, However, now that I know that Zuko's helping you it seems like that amount of money is just tickling his savings." Aang said.
"I never thought I'd see the day when Zuko would agree with me." Sokka said.
"Speaking of which. Why was he on your side of the bet?" Aang asked.
"Because he wanted to prove Katara wrong." Sokka replied.
"I can see that. He never likes it when people prove him wrong, especially when it's Katara." Aang said.
"You can say that again." Sokka said.
Aang stopped at the entrance. "Wait here while I get my things."
Sokka smiled at him. "Sure."
As soon as Aang entered the house, he quickly made his way to his room packing his stuff in a small bag.
"What a terrible time to run away." Toph noted.
"Ha- ha you got jokes Toph." Aang said.
Toph smiled. "I try."
Aang rolled his eyes. "I'll be gone for a bit."
"Where to?" Toph asked.
"Sokka's house." Aang said.
Toph's eyebrows rose. "Isn't that like a few minutes from here."
"Not here. The Water Tribe." Aang said.
"Ohh… You should be more specific." Toph said.
"Yeah, anyway, see ya." Aang said.
"See ya, Twinkles." Toph said.
Aang made his way out of the house and found Sokka messing with Momo and Appa.
"I'm here Sokka." Aang said.
"Alright, let's get going Aang." Sokka said.
Both of the set up Appa and got on board.
"Yip, yip." Aang said and Appa started to fly.
"WAIT."
Aang and Sokka got off of Appa. "Who is it?" Sokka asked.
"Suki who else?" Suki replied.
"Is there something you need? We were about to leave." Sokka asked.
"Yeah I know, but your sister sent an urgent message." Suki said.
"Katara? What does the message say?" Sokka said.
"Zuko's in need of your help. He also needs Aang and Toph to go." Suki said.
"One step ahead of you." Toph said.
"Why are you here?" Aang asked.
"I just like the environment and weather we're having- why the hell do you think I'm doing here?" Toph said.
"To say goodbye?" Aang reluctantly answered.
Suki cleared her throat. "Anyway Zuko said to head to the fire nation as soon as possible."
Sokka groaned. "Looks like my trip's gonna have to wait."
Aang and Sokka got back on top of Appa with the addition of Suki and Toph.
"Yip,Yip Appa." Aang said.
XXXXXXXX
"We're here, guys." Sokka said.
"About time you guys got here. What took you so long?" Katara asked.
"You gotta understand that just by sending an urgent message doesn't mean that we'll appear right then and there." Sokka justified.
"Anyway, Zuko needs to see you." Katara said.
"What do we got, Zuko?" Sokka asked.
"As far I can see we're dealing a small army disrupting the Earth Kingdom." Zuko explained.
"A small army like that being able to disrupt the Earth Kingdom?" Aang asked.
"Do we know where that army originates from? And the size of the army?" Sokka asked.
Zuko grabbed some papers. "Well based on these reports these men aren't wearing anything that could help us figure out where they originate from. And as to the size of the army, it says here that there's about 100 men."
"Alright then I think we need to wrap this planning and get going." Sokka said.
Toph cracked her knuckles. "Yeah let's get this over with."
"Aang come here, please." Katara said.
"What is it Katara?" Aang asked. She pulled out a whistle that reflected the color of the water nation and handed it to Aang.
"Take this." Katara said.
"What is it?" Aang asked.
"It's a necklace." Katara replied.
"What's it for?" Aang asked.
Katara smiled at Aang. "If the time ever comes, and you're surrounded by Firebenders this'll reduce the damage. However, since I didn't have much time, the necklaces' power won't last, so be careful."
"How come you didn't make me one?" Toph asked.
Katara pulled out a bracelet from her pocket, tossing it to Toph. "Here. Yours is a bracelet, so it's got the same limited power, so be careful."
Zuko cleared his throat. "Are you done? We need to split up into groups. Sokka will go with Suki, I will go with Katara, and Aang will go with Toph. Any questions?"
Toph raised her hand. "What's the rush? I thought you said that we were dealing with a small threat?"
"I know what I said, but still I have a bad feeling about this." Zuko said.
"Ok it's let's get going. Here's a map. This map will let you know where each one of us is going." Sokka said.
XXXXXXXX
Aang and Toph both ran to their destination. "Based on what Zuko mapped out we should be getting close.
"Well let's get this over with and head back." Toph said.
"Well how many can sense Toph?" Aang asked.
"Give or take about seventy." Toph said.
"Weird number of soldiers to have." Aang said.
"Doesn't matter they won't pose much of a threat, so I say we catch them by surprise." Toph said.
Aang smirked. "Yeah let's."
A soldier pointed their way and massive fireballs were shot at them.
"So much for surprise huh Toph?" Aang asked.
"Plan B then." Toph said.
"Plan B?" Aang asked.
Toph grinned. "Yeah all out attack."
Aang shook his head "Of course that'd be your plan."
They took out the first few soldiers, and they kept at it. If someone were to see this from afar they'd wonder what's going on? Two little kids beating up grown men.
"Hey, Toph I thought you said there was only seventy of them?" Aang pointed.
"Yeah what's your point?" Toph asked.
"Well I'm pretty sure you and I have taken out at least fifty of them,, yet it seems like more of the keep showing up." Aang said.
Toph's eyes widened in shock. How can that be I know I sensed seventy of those soldiers.
A man from the front lines said. "I believe I can explain that."
"Who are you?" Aang asked.
"Well if you must know I was a former general of Lord Ozai's branch, General Shinu." Shinu said.
"Great another nutcase from the Fire Nation. Why am I not surprised?" Toph said.
"Anyway, child the reason why your earthbending pal over there couldn't detect all of our soldiers was because we managed a way to hide their presence." Shinu said.
"So about how many are there then?" Aang asked.
"Oh give or take about seven hundred left. And with that I bid you adieu." Shinu smiled.
"Crap we have a while left." Toph said.
"Well we can't stop right now." Aang said.
"Yeah I know." Toph said.
They kept at it. They kept fighting and with all that fighting they were able to take out at least 300 soldiers without killing them of course. But the more they took out more kpt showing up until they were circled around. And with all that hard battling came its side effects. Both fighters were beginning to slow down.
"DAMN IT WE'RE SURROUNDED." Aang said.
"I KNOW THAT BUT WHAT ARE WE SUPPOSED TO DO?" Toph asked. Aang looked down at the ground thinking of solutions to getting out.
DAMN IT AANG THINK THINK. Aang shouted to himself. It finally hit him. A solution, although not a good one, it was still better than anything.
"Toph I got an idea." Aang said.
"Well then let's hear it airhead." Toph said.
"I'll earthbend a wall to create a distraction and then…" Aang paused.
"And then… THEN WHAT AANG?" Toph shouted.
"Then… You make a run for it." Aang replied. Toph her head as she looked at Aang with disbelief.
"Why are you looking at me like that" Aang asked.
"Because that's the stupidest you've said so far" Toph said
"No there's gotta be another solution." Toph said.
"We're being outnumbered Toph and we don't have time. I need you to tell Sokka and the rest of the gang what we're dealing with." Aang said.
"Can't you just go in to your Avatar State?" Toph asked.
"I can't because I might hurt you and I don't think I could ever live with myself if that ever happened." Aang said.
"I can't just leave you behind Aang." Toph said.
"Well I just can't sit back and do nothing not while I can do something." Aang said.
"How do you think Sokka and them are gonna feel letting you sacrifice yourself for the rest of us? How do you think I'm gonna feel?" Toph asked.
"Well do you have any other ideas?" Aang asked.
"No… but." Toph paused.
"Exactly. Besides you're hurt right now, so I'll stall for some time while you make a run for it." Aang said.
"But, you'll get killed" Toph said
"Oh well. I'll be fine. Besides, we've got no choice." Aang reasoned. Toph couldn't believe the nonsense he was spewing out. Instead of making a run for it right away she did something Aang didn't expect. She kissed him.
"Well, then you better come back alive Twinkle Toes." Toph said. As soon as Aang set up the wall, she made a run for it.
"Where do you think your going girly? I did not give you permission to leave." Shinu said spewing out fire towards Toph. Aang noticed this and used his waterbending to stop the incoming attack.
"Don't you dare hurt her. Your focus is on me." Aang growled.
"Really now? You want to act like a hero? Well you might as well die like one." Shinu said.
"That sucks. I least I got a prize out of it." Aang said.
"GET HIM." Shinu shouted. The entire army of rebels charged towards the Avatar.
Well, Toph should've left by now. Aang thought. Aang had nowhere to run as the army had completely surrounded him.
"Well me against the world. So what?" Aang said.
Shinu stepped up. "Well, well any last words before we take you out, Avatar?" He asked
"You mean like to eat?" Aang asked.
"Honestly, we're about this close to decimating you and you're trying to be a smart ass." He said.
"Hey, if I gotta go out like this. The least I can do is make sure you don't enjoy it." Aang said. He stood in his classic on guard stance.
"If you take one of us down, the rest of us will burn you to death." One of the rebels said.
Aang smiled. Well, so much for having a plan. I'm running out of options. Sorry Toph looks like I won't be able to keep my word. Aang thought to himself.
"BURN HIM." Shinu said. They shot fire from everywhere Aang managed to block them,
"Looks like it was easier than I thought." Aang smirked.
"Oh we're only just getting started Avatar. KEEP IT UP MEN." Shinu shouted. They kept on going and Aang was starting to get tired.
"Looks like they're not stopping." Aang said.
"Aww. What's wrong Avatar? Giving up? I thought you were going to put up more of a fight." Shinu said.
"Well when you have about 300 soldiers against you, it's a little difficult to fend off so many." Aang mumbled.
"Don't worry Avatar we won't waste much of your time. We'll finish you off soon." Shinu said.
"Look he's starting to crack." A soldier said.
"Let's see how truly strong the Avatar is. Let's see how long it takes him to burn." Shinu said.
They kept firing at Aang. It was warm at first, but it was starting to heat up by the second.
Looks like Katara's necklace is starting to lose its powers. Aang thought to himself. He couldn't keep going on for much longer.
"Whatever's protecting you Avatar makes it harder for you to burn. But not impossible by the slightest. After we're done with you we'll go after that little Earth bender" Shinu said.
Aang couldn't keep going anymore. He was being consumed by the flames. He fell face first to the ground, the soldiers were laughing and cheering at the Avatar falling.
'General, the Avatar has fallen." A soldier said.
"Wait until Ukano hears this." Shinu said.
"Now what General?" The soldier asked.
"We take him back to Ukano and we'll go from there." Shinu said.
As soon as they went to Aang he stood up on one knee.
"I'll be dead before I get taken alive." Aang said.
"If that's what it takes. PREPARE TO FIRE." Shinu ordered. His soldiers took position and were ready to fire again.
A small smile of regret plastered itself on Aang's face. Well Toph... I guess I won't be coming back… I'm sorry we couldn't do all the things we planned.. I'm sorry I couldn't do much more. I'm sorry I wasn't able to keep my word. I'm so, so, so, sorry… Aang thought. With that he activated his Avatar state and used all his power in firebending to create a massive explosion involving everyone that wa in the battlefield, including himself.
Thank you for everything.
In the distance Toph was running as fast as her injured legs could take her and she a felt massive shake on the ground. She stopped fealt massive heat waves hitting her. A small shed of tear managed to roll down Toph's left eye
Yoo better come back from this… Aang.
A/N: ANND THAT'S A WRAP. SO THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR STICKING TO THE END OF THE SERIES. THIS WAS THE LAST CHAPTER TO A SERIES THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO END ABOUT A YEAR AGO. ANYWAYS I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE SOME REVIEWS. SO LONG TO THIS STORY…
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So right about now I should be working on the 8th chapter of this fanfic. So yeah one chapter once a month. So the next one should be coming, well maybe earlier if I get to it. Anyway like any of the previous chapters you've been reading there's a reference to a tv show. Oh and if you haven't noticed the following chapters are gonna be about 5k words or something like that. So thanks again for everything guys. Like any chapter I've written there's always a reference to another Animoo. If you could read and review that would be fantastic. Any type of criticism is fine. Anyway I appreciate you guys.