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A Solemn Camper

Here’s my submission for day 1 of Lin Beifong’s Week. You can also find it on AO3.

Pairing: Lin Beifong x Iroh II

Rating: T

Find a surprise at the very end😉

This was not working. Nothing about this made sense. But spirits, if she wanted it to.

Tenzin made it look okay. He made it look decent, like love was the only thing that mattered. That souls were meant to be bound and—ugh, she groaned internally.

This was not working.

The rapid, whirring sound of a zipper separating broke Lin out of her thoughts. She quickly looked to the front. It was Iroh, looking pale as ever. She knew he had been feeling it too.

If it wasn't going to work in Republic City, it sure wasn't going to work in the middle of a forest.

"Hey," he said softly.

"Hi," her reply was softer.

"If you want to sit by the fire, it's warm..."

Lin stood up. The tent wasn't lacking in any amenity. The royals knew how to camp but they were far from roughing it out. The only thing she really needed was some warmth and closure. In retrospect, she had decided that she wouldn't need her space heater since Iroh himself is one but seeing as things were going, she probably should've chosen differently.

His eyes followed her as she walked past the young prince. He had so much to say and not one word to express his thoughts.

"Lin, I want to apologize."

She sighed. She was merely but a step outside the confines of their tent.

"I'm sorry that you feel like this isn't working. I really wanted to do right by you and—"

"Iroh, it's not your fault we’re not compatible,” she said quickly.

He placed his hand on the small of her back, forcing her to turn around him and face him. When she did, he placed his other hand around her waist and took the vision of her in. She was beautiful. A spectacular woman and even better partner. He couldn't piece together what was amiss.

Lin stroked his cheek with her thumb slowly and he melted under her touch.

It all came spilling out right then. "Lin, I've loved you since I barely understood what love was." His words were choking. "I can't let you go."

"Why don’t we talk? We never talk," she whispered hollowly.

“We should talk.”

“By the fire, though." She smiled meekly. "I am freezing."

The crescent moon was enchanting, and the silver light shone with all its might over the mountains. The city lights always hid the beauty of the night sky but in Iroh's eyes, Lin was still the most ethereal being there. He thought about verbalizing this but quickly realized how desperate he'd sound like.

But as if she was reading his mind, she said, "You need to speak your thoughts out to me. I need to hear from you what you're thinking."

She rose the stoned ground and turned it into a makeshift bench in front of the fire. She took her seat and pulled the blanket over her. Iroh took the seat beside her and gave her a look she didn't know the meaning of.

"Really, speak," she almost begged. "I need to know why you think I'm unhappy."

Iroh exhaled. "I often feel like I'm not enough for you. That I'm not the mature but younger man you signed up to be with. It's like you see me as the child you used to babysit all those years ago."

Lin chuckled despite herself. Iroh was the only child she would ever agree to babysit. He was a good kid. Clean and easy to care for.

She cleared her throat before rubbing that smile off her face. "I don't see you that way at all. I feel the same exact way, like I'm too old for you and that you would very much like to be with a woman closer to your age."

Iroh scoffed at that. "In what world would I choose anyone over you?"

"A world where pretty thirty-something year olds are wooing the handsome prince of the fire nation?"

"Of course, I don't care about those phonies! I only talk to them because—"

"I'm not jealous!" Lin said quickly, waving her hands. "Believe me. I've come a long way from feeling like I have to compete with younger women. I love you too, Iroh. I don't know that you love me."

"What? You barely let me kiss you when we’re out and you never have time for me! I would follow you to the moon if you let me and—"

"That is insane! You know I don't care for public displays of affection and why do you think I keep bringing paperwork to bed? It's so can sit with you while I work. You're the one who never voices anything out!"

"I don't always know what to say or how to put words to my feelings!"

"How hard is it to just say what you're thinking?!" she retorted. "It's not like you're speaking a different language, Iroh."

Realization hit the firebender like a satotruck. "Of course, I am," he murmured, meeting her eyes with his. He extended his arm out and gestured for her to sit in his embrace.

"What?" she whispered, moving closer.

"We speak different languages. We're not not compatible. We are just speaking different languages. Different love languages."

Lin tilted her head upwards and gave him a confused look. So, he continued, "You try to spend your time with me even though you have none of it. You need to hear my affirmations for you, but I never say them. Like, I'd never say that I cannot decide if it's the gleam of the fire or the moonlight that's making you glow right now, but it's making me fall even more in love with you."

"So how do we speak the same language?"

"Like this," he whispered and kissed her lips gently. He felt a smile creep against his mouth and despite himself, he pulled away to look at it. He decided that she was radiant beyond the brilliance of the sun and the moon. "Your smile is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen."

She gripped the collar of his shirt and pulled his mouth back onto hers. His arms tightened around her back and she felt him breathe in her mouth. It felt surreal.

"Do you feel loved right now?"

"I do," he whispered against her lips. "Do you?"

"I do."

This art is made by the fantastic JadeLotus. Her AO3 is linked here.

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Turned on my asks again. Taking Linzin, Linumi, Liniroh and Linko doodle requests. I have some time next weekend and need warm up sketches.

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Finally finished those ones ! I'll maybe finish some Linumi, Liniroh, Suyin& husband I always forgot the name and Izumi/kya ( it's Kyazumi for that pairing, right ? ) later as well if I'm not too lazy.

Left is based on https://chiefbeifongcanrailme.tumblr.com/post/656379811760046080/can-you-write-a-short-linmako-where-tenzin-finds by @chiefbeifongcanrailme , Bday gift ! I know this needs a Tenzin reaction but still fail to draw him properly.

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13 and 14 for the romance questions, please

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Hi! Thank you for the ask.

13. How do you tend to approach nsfw scenes, if you write them? For the longest time, I avoided them. Now, I look to push myself to the challenge and write it. I have boundaries so I don't typically push myself out of my comfort zone. And unless the story I'm writing really demands these scenes, I don't write NSFW, of course, besides the few pwp fics I've written. I tend to cringe pretty easily, so thankfully that's a good radar for setting boundaries around writing nsfw. I need it to be extremeeeeely tasteful. If it at all reads icky, I do full rewrite.

14. What do you think your otp says about you? Haha, I think from all my otps: linzin, linumi, linzolt, linko, liniroh, and linkou (my OC), they're all wildly, insatiably in love with Lin. And I think that's the kinda love I crave irl- I love unconditionally and I expect to be loved in the same way. Linzin covers this bond-beyond-everything, while Linumi covers the more lightheartedness that comes from being with someone you trust. Linzolt is exciting, enthralling and sexy while Linko tells me I need to date an older woman. I'm literally so easy to read help lol.

Thanks for the ask!

Twenty Questions for Romance Writers 🩷

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I know I have a lot of backlog to catch up on, but it seems like my writing muses have gone off for a walk to a park.

Just as a little writing exercise for me- you could help by sending a ship and a song you associate with it. I'm going to try working on drabbles and hopefully, I'll be able to get back into the writing groove.

also, umm don't be greedy? One ship one song, please? Thanks.

I'm no fun when I'm overwhelmed🫠

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Here's #8 for the love realization prompts with a surprise sequel/pairing.

Lin Beifong was a lot of things. She was fierce, loyal, determined, intelligent, beautiful and so much more. To her mother, she was unyielding, to her sister, she was unforgiving and to the world, she was invincible. But much like her own uniform, as tough as she was on the outside, she had the softest of interiors.

On this particular day, however, Lin was something that went completely went against her nature. She was petty. Sure, she could hold a grudge like no other, but this was a new low even for her.

It wasn't her fault: she had been provoked.

It wasn't her fault: someone else thought of vengeance on her behalf.

It wasn't her fault: she had thoughtlessly been invited to the wedding of the spirit-damned century of her long term ex-boyfriend with a teenaged homewrecker.

He couldn't even wait until she turned twenty, Lin had groaned to herself when she saw the invite in her office.

The revenge in question wasn't how gorgeous she looked in the handwoven, silk dress Poppy Beifong had sent all the way from Gaoling. Certainly, she looked like a figurine so delicate, so pristine, a simple glance could shatter her perfect stature. But she was Lin Beifong. She was hard as nails, unassailable, a force to be reckoned with- and that night, she looked like so much more than that.

The revenge, however, was the man she came accessorized with.

He was dressed in a red so brilliant, a true picture of radiance beside the most glorious woman on his arm. Hair set, and neatly combed back, bright amber eyes with an air of pride all 'round him: Prince Iroh, the most eligible bachelor, looked like a million yuans.

One amorous hand rested gently on the small of her back as he led her from the ferry to the back garden of Air Temple Island where the ceremony was being held. Despite his position in society as the appointed General of the first division of the United Forces and the first born son of the Firelord, Iroh knew all the passersby's eyes were on Lin.

It didn't go unnoticed by him how resplendent she looked that evening. He was only happy to be of service with whatever she chose as long as she wasn't alone. Whether it was keeping her company at home or cussing Tenzin out, Iroh was game. But instead, Lin decided to take him up on his offer.

The occasion was everything one expected the son of the Avatar, the last airbender's wedding to be. And yet, all anybody could talk about was Lin Beifong's attendance with Prince Iroh as her date.

He was holding her close, sending heat down his fingertips as they all but glazed across the bare skin of her smooth arms. He wanted her to feel the same electricity he had felt around her all his life. The tingling in his stomach when she walked into a room or the burn in his heart when he found out she was hurting.

Lin however, was lost in the magic of it all. The lights, the lanterns, the serene rise and fall of the music: she forgot it was all for Tenzin and what's-her-name. She was completely ensnared by the flames ablaze inside Iroh's eyes. The way in which everyone's, Tenzin's included, eyes were on her was totally lost on her.

This pretend relationship of sorts was turning out to be far more dazzling than she had thought. He was charming, kind, sweet, a wonderful dancer. He loved her through everything: scars, heartbreak, land and sea, and all beyond. He had grown into a real gentleman, one who knew how to treat a lady. One who cared for her immensely. One with whom, dare she say, she could picture herself being happy.

Suddenly, Lin's heart was filled with affection for the young firebender twirling her around the dance floor. As if accurately reading the rosy flush on her cheeks, Iroh whispered, "See, you couldn't ever marry him. You're already married to me."

"I am?" She swallowed nervously, but then smiled as soon as she realized what he meant.

"May as well make it official." He winked, "This whole Island is lit up for a wedding anyway."

Lin laughed, deciding humor him, "We can't upstage the wedding of the century, Prince Iroh."

At that the firebender pulled her closer by the waist. He tightened one arm around her back and pressed his cheek against hers. She followed his eyes as they fell on the dumbstruck attendees staring at them in awe.

Lin gasped softly. Had everyone just witnessed her fall in love with the young Prince?

"Oh, but you already have." He replied.

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003 Lin Beifong

Hi!

003 | Give me a character & I will tell you:

How I feel about this character: There's no combination of words that could do justice to how much I love her. She deserves all the love, happiness and laughter the world has to offer.

Any/all the people I ship romantically with this character: In no particular order- Tenzin, Bumi, Mako, Iroh II, lately I've dipped in my toes in Lighting Bolt Zolt. I like to dawdle in some Izumi and Kya- but that's just me passively consuming really attractive media. I also love @superliz6's OC Kazuo and @amiraelizabeth's OC Tai Jun. I think they're really well developed. I think I'm forced to say that I also ship her with my own OC, Zekou, but more on that later lol. I'm also developing a new crack-ship for her with Zaheer and Bataar Sr. (don't come for me please just let me have fun).

My favorite non-romantic relationship for this character: I absolutely adore the idea Lin & Mako having a great friendship. I would've loved to see (in entirely platonic sense), how their relationship developed: they have the potential for a great dynamic. I also like Lin and Tenzin's relationship (although the tension between them was driving me crazy).

My unpopular opinion about this character: There's a lot of discord amongst the fandom regarding Lin's sexuality: that she's straight, or a comphet lesbian, or bisexual, or pan, or whatever else. I feel like a character's sexuality needn't be defined because: to define is to limit. And with the kinda complex character that Lin is, it's a pity that we want to put her in this box and play when there's so much more you can explore about her. Screw the label, ship her with whoever you want and have fun. And of course, it's totally okay to have and express your own headcanons, but don't forget that one's sexuality is just one facet of a person/character, and to fixate entirely on that makes me feel rather uncomfortable. She isn't just some sort of pioneer for social justice and/or representation. What I'm trying to say is: Lin Beifong is more than just her sexuality.

One thing I wish would happen / had happened with this character in canon: I wish she had a happy ending in the form of "consolation". The whole show was spent pushing her way out of her comfort zone, whether it's interacting with her ex and his family, or a sister that scarred her, or her absent mother- give the woman a break! She does so much for everyone and at the cost of her sanity. At least give her some kind of happily ever after. What the hell, canon? Brb calling FairyGodmother.

Favorite friendship for this character: Mako and Bumi lmao. I think they're the kinda besties that would never admit to being besties. I like to think they're her confidants for different aspects of life. And maybe Bataar Sr. for post canon- where they have sweet friendship- exchanging just a few words and having each others' backs around an overbearing Suyin.

My crossover ship: Lin x Merkittty

Thanks for the ask!

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When all the different Lin ships unite to cry about the Linzin break-up.

Check out this post for visuals and this fic for the feels.

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LIN WOR-SHIP NOT WAR-SHIP DISCORD SERVER

Hi everyone!

If you know me, you certainly associate me with Lin Beifong, yes? There has been a lot of strife within the Lin fandom, and I believe there should be more unity amongst people with a common passion.

All ships are welcome, but no ship-bashing is permitted.

If you're interested in joining this server, send me a message!

Edit: It's preferred if you're 18+. However, if you're a minor, please let us know before hand.

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Linumiroh-prompt thingy cause I need to mess with you.

Shore leave. Drinking. Their unit is wondering if and what is going on between them. Also.. these three are already too damn hot alone. But together?

I don't know what I was thinking here, but here's my attempt. I'm not going to post it on Tumblr for... reasons? But here's the link to AO3!

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You mentioned Lin/Iroh with either Bumi or Mako and I was wondering if you're still doing it if you could answer #1 of the headcanon thing for each trio? Interested to see how you might get the triads together.

You know what? I have actually been giving this OT3 a lot more thought than I am willing to admit.

To answer your question though:

1. Who makes the first move and how? For Lin/Iroh/Mako, I wanna say Iroh would be the first to initiate it. With Lin being a little reserved and Mako being outright too shy, Iroh would feel the need to take charge of the evolving chemistry between the three of them. He'd start off by seducing Mako (excuse my horni) and then maybe sweet-talking Lin until she gives in and kisses him. And well, Lin and Mako already have a working relationship, so just getting them together in the same room should unravel all these hidden feelings. For Lin/Iroh/Bumi though, although similar to the above, Bumi would be the one to make the first move. I'd like to think that he already had some sort of friends-with-benefits deal with Lin from when he's in RC and it starts off the same way once Iroh gets promoted to General while at sea. So once Bumi learns of Iroh's attraction for Lin, he's kinda like 'hmm, this could be quite fruitful' and kickstarts it by inviting himself and Iroh to Lin's place in RC.

I must say though, to whoever this Anon was that put this in my head, you've surely fractured my brain and I can't thank you enough for it.

Send me an ask!

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Salut ! I wondered something, for Linko, Liniroh and/or Linumi: who's would be the artistic one, artist him/herself or loving to see expositions ?

Salut!

Linko: Lin is the more artistic one, she likes to collect niche Earth kingdom art and decorates her apartment with it. She also paints or doodles a little in her free time, she isn't great at it, but it's relaxing. Mako likes admiring the art and artist at work ;)

Liniroh: Iroh is more artistic. He likes to create art- the kind with a lot of war depictions? So once they get together, I like to imagine that Iroh takes great pride in showing her all his artwork over the years (Even the cute something he made for her when he was a toddler), and Lin likes to learn more about the expositions of the different wars.

Linumi: Haha here I think they're both equally artistic. They like doing little art projects every now and then to hang stuff up around the house- they're not necessarily good at it, but it's a fun activity. Lin is meticulous and Bumi is adventurous, so it's cute enough to keep in the end.

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Birthday countdown

Liniroh - Proposal

Umm can someone tell me how am I writing Liniroh fics all of a sudden?? And why is this so much fun? What is happening?

Err? 12 days to go I guess??👀💚

"Linny, will you marry me?" Amber eyes twinkled with hope at the most beautiful woman they'd ever seen.

"Of course I'll marry you, Iroh!" Lin picks up the little boy in front of her and kisses his cheek as she places him in her lap.

"Make Tenzin go away then!" He whines, placing his tiny arms around her to nuzzle his face in her neck.

"Yes, we'll tell Tenzin to go away." She chuckled at the offended man in question who stood before her. His face was red and he had had just about enough from the seven-year-old prince. Iroh was turning out to be a royal pain in Tenzin's butt and Lin was only amused by the way a little boy could vex her fully grown man.

Presently, when the newly-promoted young General Iroh received mail from Air Temple Island while at sea, he knew exactly what to expect. From the design of the envelope itself, he could tell what its contents were. The son of the late Avatar, Tenzin was getting married- about time they tied the knot. What shocked the General, however, was the name of the bride.

"What is the meaning of this?" He stormed inside his Commanding Officer's room angrily waving the letter in hand.

"I believe that's the invitation to my brother's wedding and it means, he would like to have you there in attendance?" Commander Bumi answered, confused.

"Who in the world is Pema?" His throat screeched as he slammed the letter on his desk with a loud thud.

"His betrothed?" Bumi raises a confused eyebrow at the young man.

"Why is he marrying a woman I have never even heard of after spending the majority of his life with Chief Beifong?" He fumed.

"You do actually know Pema, Iroh! You used to play with her on the Island? Dark hair? Green eyes?" Bumi quipped, he was evading the main part of the question Iroh needed to be answered.

"Really? Dark hair and green eyes? Do you know who else fits that description?" He said sarcastically.

Then punched the wall when the realization hit him, "That Pema?" He looked disgusted, "She- she's as old as me!" He whispered, "Bumi- what are you not telling me? Why isn't he marrying Lin? Why hasn't Lin mentioned any of this in her letters?"

Bumi sighed, "Sit here," He gestured at the chair as he took a seat on his bed, "To quote Tenzin, they were drifting apart and they had different goals in life. But, look the truth is- Lin isn't sure she wants to have kids and they're already nearing their late thirties. Tenzin needs to have airbenders to carry dad's legacy on. You know they loved each other immensely, but then Pema along. And then well, he left Lin when Pema confessed her feelings and claimed he was her soulmate-"

"SOULMATE? Lin is his soulmate if anything. You grew up with them, Bumi! You've seen what they're like together-" Iroh was riled up.

"Iroh! I know. You're right." The older man placed a hand on the General's shoulder, "I don't know what to tell you and I don't know what to tell Tenzin. He broke her heart but Tenzin's my brother, my hands are tied. I've been giving him the cold shoulder since he told me about what he did but I can't boycott my own brother's wedding. That will break my mother's heart." Bumi exhaled.

"And what about Lin's heart?" Iroh had calmed down, aching to know how she was coping. Bumi knew how Iroh had always been in love with Lin, his anger was well placed. She had been his favorite person growing up and the thought of her being hurt was something Iroh wouldn't tolerate.

"She didn't take it too well. My heart really goes out to her and as disgusted as I am by Tenzin, there isn't anything I can do but be supportive." Bumi placed a hand on the young man's shoulder and sighed, "I, of all people can't be the one to give Tenzin the talk about legacies."

Iroh understood and left the room. He looked down at the letter and made a decision. Once he reached his room and lay on his bed, he smiled for the first time since he received his mail that day.

It was one of the very first missions he had ever accomplished.

Of course, Tenzin couldn't marry her.

Lin was already married to him.

General Iroh had a wedding to attend in the next few weeks. He had a new mission in place and to put it simply, this wedding was going to be all about Lin.

All he had to do now was strategize his new mission: The Official Proposal for Lin Beifong.

Tenzin's wedding was going to be unforgettable. No one was going to forget the royal proposal that upstaged the wedding of the century. At least Tenzin wasn't going to.

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Birthday countdown

Liniroh - beach

Okay, I want to start by saying that the Liniroh idea came to mind while writing this particular chapter of my fic haha. Unfortunately there aren’t many fics with this ship though. And then on some elaborate discussion with Peach, I just had to write more for this pairing!

Here's 19 days to 24! Hope I've managed to do some justice to this ship💚

"Wow! Is it you or are we back in the Fire Nation, because I'm burning up, Chief!" Iroh lowered his gaze from her hair, pausing at the more accentuated regions of her body, all the way down to where her feet tossed the sand as she walked towards him. 

Lin was clad a tiny green bikini as she made her way to set up her beach towel beside him. She rolled her eyes as she sat down with Iroh still gaping at the sight of her.

"I think it's fate that we showed up at the same beach in this remote part of the Earth Kingdom, Chief. How romantic, right?." Iroh continued, gesturing at the empty beach around them.

"I think it's rather suspicious that you showed up on the same beach at the same time as my two-day leave." Lin lay down on the towel and raised an eyebrow at him.

"What can I say? I had to take a leave too. A soldier needs a break every now and then to use his resources well." Iroh shrugged with a big smile on his face. He was laying on his side to face her and he was having a really hard time not being totally taken by the sight before him.

"And as royalty, I see that you've been using those resources pretty well too if you managed to track me down." Lin offered.

"I did no such thing." Iroh smirked, "But since we’re both here there’s something I must do about it." He perked an eyebrow up at her, "I hear you're no longer with Tenzin and Chief, let me just tell you," Her eyes followed the way he extended his hand to gently stroke the length of her own arm to stop and draw circles at her hips, "I know it hasn’t been long since you two broke up, but you deserve better. And I just happen to know better." 

Lin scoffed and shoved his hand away, "I am your mother's friend. I used to babysit you- I've changed your diapers, Iroh!" She tried laughing in an attempt to blow him off by embarrassing him. She couldn’t possibly let herself be seduced by this young man!

"Well, then you already know what's under these swim trunks," He winked.

Lin rolled her eyes at him.

"Come on! Give me a chance, let me take you out for a drink!" Iroh uncharacteristically pleaded, "You've already picked a place where no one knows or recognizes you or me. Let's make the most of it?" He gave her a sweet charming smile and entangled his hand with hers.

"Iroh, you're much younger than I am. I don't think this is appropriate." Her words were more for convincing herself than him. Lin was truly considering his offer. It was just drinks after all, it needn't be anything more. Even though his intentions were pretty clear, it wouldn't hurt to be shown a good time by a young man.

"Exactly! You were my first crush. It would be an absolute honor to take you out, Chi- may I call you Lin?" Iroh gave her his most charming smile. He knew his asking was wearing her down. He just needed shoot his best shot now.

"I don't know, Iroh. That's sweet, really but-" 

"I'm the same age as Pema!" He hit the nail with that one.

Lin couldn’t help but smirk, "Come now. You can call me Lin." She sat up and offered out her hand.

Iroh smiled back, pleased beyond measure and got up to escort her to the little bar at the edge of the shore.

The next morning, Iroh was the first to wake up. He kissed her scarred cheek to wake her and whispered, "What do you want to do today?"

Lin stirred, "Back to the beach?" She opened her eyes slowly.

Iroh placed an arm around her waist, "Anything you want. Can we do this again some time?"

"Sure. I trust that you'll track me down the next time I take time off?" Lin smirked.

"You know I will, Lin." He bent down to kiss her mouth fully.

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I would love to see Lin going to Paris with Mako and Iroh

La vie de ma mère! mdr xD I'm not a big fan of Modern AUs, but if I won't go down for this ship. I really can't wrap my head around it so I'm going to share this little snippet just for you.

"Chief Beifong, this is General Iroh." Mako started as the handsome man in red arrived on board, "He will be leading us to Paris."

"It's a pleasure to finally meet you," Lin spoke formally, "This is Mako, my protégé."

"Pleasure's all mine," Iroh said rather sensually as he raised her hand to kiss her knuckles, "I wasn't told I'd have such an attractive couple on board with me." He grinned mischievously.

"We're not a couple!" Mako blabbed from behind her.

Lin turned slowly to glare at him from under her raised brows while her hand remained within his grasp.

"But you're attractive." Iroh prodded with a wink.

Lin snatched her hand and scowled on her way to her room.

Iroh's eyes followed behind her at first. Then he raised a suggestive eyebrow at Mako, making him fumble over his own feet. The older man swiftly sprung forward to catch his fall and when Mako looked up gratefully, Iroh gave him another sultry smirk, that he had to admit, was sexier than the previous one. But it could be just that he was much closer in proximity this time.

"Tha- thank you," Mako tried.

"I'll consider myself thanked if you just tell me what your deal with her is." Iroh smiled.

"We- umm, I don't know- it's-" He tried looking for the right words to explain the undefined relationship he shared with Lin, "We're involved, but no one's supposed to know and-"

Why was he spilling so easily?

"Involved, huh?" Iroh echoed, "Do you like involvements?"

"Yes." Mako managed to compose himself, slowly easing into the General's clasp.

"Why don't you show me?"

"Why don't you show me where I can show you?" He surprised himself.

Iroh licked the outline of his smile, "Now you're at my pace."

"Let's see if you can keep up with mine then."

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Hi there ! Linumi 10 & 30, Linko with 10 & 16 and why not Liniroh for 15 & 29 ?

This is why I love multiships!

Linumi:

10. What two songs, two books and two luxury items do they take to a desert island? I think their songs would be Fernando by Abba and True Love by P!nk. For books, something like The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren and The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho would be a good balance. Lin would bring her coffee maker while Bumi would probably bring all his hair products.

30. Why does it work (or not work) between them? OF COURSE IT WORKS BECAUSE THEY ARE PERFECTLY TUI AND LA TO EACH OTHER. They complement and improve each other in the best possible ways.

Linko:

10. What two songs, two books and two luxury items do they take to a desert island? Songs: I think I've said this of Linko before, Line Without A Hook by Ricky Montgomery and Grace Kelly by Mika (The French version- don't ask me why it's just very fun for them). Books: If Tomorrow Comes and Tell Me Your Dreams both by Sidney Shelton. With the two of them, no luxury items are needed.

16. When the zombie apocalypse comes, how do they cope together? I'm sure they already have a scrapbook full of ways they'd evade and survive. I think they'd just love the idea of hanging out, killing a few zombies every now and then not having to deal with people a lot. Most relaxed they've ever been.

And of course, here's Liniroh:

15. When they watch a film what do they choose and why? Who gets the final vote? Iroh gets the final vote (Lin is pretty indifferent as long as it isn't a ridiculously stupid film). They'd pick some sort historic/mystery or drama or romantic-comedy of sorts. Iroh's favorite movie is a modern AU would probably be Hairspray.

29. Why do they fall a little bit more in love? I guess Lin would fall some more with the way Iroh never lets her feel like they have an age difference? That he has just always been so seamlessly in love with her from the very start. Iroh would fall a little bit more in love everytime he dances with Lin.

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