We're back on chapter nineteen. And as usual in this universe, Raiko is such a jerk, a Trump. And no, it's not Azula like in the Balance Universe, it's the real Raiko, like in the Prime, Prism, and Lunium Universes of the Korra-verse.

REMINDER: I DO NOT OWN LEGEND OF KORRA OR ANY OF THE CHARACTERS.

At the Pro-bending Arena, there was a parked limousine. Bolin, Varrick, and Zhu Li were standing outside the limo, while photographers were continually taking pictures. Bolin was in surprise, while Varrick was waving at the audience.

"Wow. Usually, when I see flashing lights like this, it's because I got hit in the head with a rock." Bolin said.

"Being famous is like getting hit with a rock all the time." said Varrick.

Inside the arena, where Varrick and Bolin takes their seats in a VIP booth.

"Look! It's Bolin!"

The crowd chants out Bolin's name, which Bolin responds to by waving and flexing his muscles.

"Folks, that cheer you're hearing is for local favourite, Bolin, of the Fire Ferrets." Shiro Shinobi said. "Let's see if we can get a quick interview. Bolin! Bolin, the Fire Ferrets are out for the season. How have you been spending your time lately?"

"Well, I took a trip South for the Glacier Spirits Festival, was briefly engaged to a princess, then went through kind of a tough breakup there, was accidentally involved in a civil war..." Brief pause, someone in the crowd coughs.

"But there's nowhere I'd rather be than pro-bending night in Republic City! Am I right, people? Republic City!" Bolin shouts before the crowd cheers.

"Do you miss being in the ring?" Shiro asked.

"Well, I definitely don't miss getting hit with things all the time, and the humiliating losing. I mean, that gets pretty old. You know, sometimes I actually cry myself to sleep..." The crowd falls silent again; someone coughs.

"I guess what I miss the most are these fans! They're the greatest fans in the world! Give it up for the fans!" Bolin shouts again before the crowd cheers again.

Bolin leaves the booth, where Varrick was waiting at the entrance.

"Look how these people love you, kid! They're eating that cornball spiel right out of your hand."

The trick is, whenever I get confused, I just say 'Republic City' or 'fans', and then everyone cheers." Bolin said.

Later, at City Hall, Varrick and Korra were attending to a meeting with the President.

"I hope President Raiko listens to us." Korra said.

"Don't worry. I was a big contributor to his election campaign. Him and the other guy. Gotta hedge your bets." Varrick said.

Varrick and Korra entered through the main doors and into the hall, where the man, President Max A. Raiko was already waiting for them. He has a moustache, and he was wearing glasses, and a purple suit.

"Hello, Mr. President." Korra said before she shakes hands with Raiko. "Sir, the Southern Water Tribe…"

"Just a second." Raiko said. "Keep smiling."

Korra looks on at the camera, but Varrick pokes her, causing her to flinch awkwardly before the photo was taken. then the President, Korra and Varrick sits on their chairs.

"Now, how can I help the Avatar and my most generous supporter?" Raiko asked.

"Unalaq's troops have invaded the South. We need you to send the United Forces to help." Korra said.

"I'm very concerned by what's happening down there. But I don't think it's the Republic's place to interfere with internal Water Tribe matters." Raiko said.

"Unalaq isn't even the rightful ruler of the Water Tribe. He lied his way onto the Northern throne." Korra said.

"Mr. President, the Republic is already involved in this conflict. The North attacked our cultural center last night." Varrick said.

"Believe me, we are doing everything we can to bring the people responsible to justice." Raiko said.

"'The people responsible'? Who else would it be but the Northerners?" Korra asked.

"Now, I know that when you're young, it's hard to keep perspective…"

"You're the one who's lost perspective. I'm trying to save my tribe, and you're taking pictures." Korra snapped accusingly.

"Sending troops is not something I can do at this time. But I promise I will work with Unalaq and the South for a diplomatic solution. Now, I'm sorry, but my mind is made up. This meeting is over."

"My family is going to be wiped out, and it'll be on your head for doing nothing about it." Korra said before she walks away with Varrick.

As soon as they left, Raiko had a suspicious look as he was hiding something.

This is one short one, but it'll do.

Chapter twenty will come.