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Into the Woods

A Stackson story. Warnings:smut

Jackson froze at the sight of the naked teen covered in dried blood from his chin to his torso with red stained hands. Dirt, grass and leaves were sticking to him all over as his hair was a literal bird's nest he thought.

"Scott...What happened to you?"

"Uh, a-a deer." Scott stuttered out.

Jackson relaxed a bit still looking disgusted with Scott's appearance which of course he had to point out. 

"You look horrible...You even smell." He stated with a pinched face.

 "It happens." Scott could only shrug since he's been getting used to the fact that he can now turn into a werewolf. Only a few weeks after the bite and he's been getting better at remembering things more with each shift. 

"Hm, well there's a creek nearby that you can wash up in. I've got bodywash in my gym bag you can use to clean up." Jackson offered, he'd rather not show McCall his place away from parents, school, friends and social pressures but he really needed Scott in the water, it was freaking him out seeing the other teen all bloodied with no care in the world. 

They had made it to the creek while Jackson sat and watched Scott making his way into the water. He would have just been on his phone but since there's no service, he settled for reading his sports magazine while occasionally watching McCall wash.

"Can you not watch me, its creepy!" Scott yelled before he dunked into the water.

Jackson only scoffed at the shouting, "We all change and shower in front of each other in the locker rooms. How is this any different?" 

"It just is!" Scott couldn't tell him how it felt oddly intimate with just the two of them while being stared at so heavily.

"Whatever, get over it and wash yourself thoroughly! I can still smell the gross scent of iron from here."

"Shut up, that's what I'm doing!" Scott inwardly screamed frustrated with Jackson, even though the guy offered him some body wash, some clothes to borrow and a ride back, it was still a pain dealing with the asshole. 

Scott decided to tune him out and pretend he was comfortable in his own bathroom at home. The water was cold, but nice over his heated body. He washed, rinsed then did it another time lightly running his hand over his cock and balls then splashing water to rinse to finally get in the crevice of his ass and giving it a few wipes to feel perfectly clean. 

Jackson started to feel himself get hard as he watched Scott washing himself. He didn't question it and just let it happen. He was almost at full mast imagining himself being the one grabbing Scott's ass to grope and spread them. Jackson then took off his own clothes walking towards the other lacrosse player who still had his back to him. 

Scott jumped out of if his skin when he felt a body pressed against him. He turned around to confront Jackson, but his brain had stopped working from what he saw.

"What the hell Jackso-uh you're..." 

"I'm what McCall? Say it. Out loud. Say it." He smirked at McCall enjoying the stammering idiot.

"Y-you're hard." the newly turned werewolf acknowledged. He closed his eyes and to concentrate on the smell that was coming off Jackson, it was surreal to be able to pinpoint his scent along with the smell of arousal. It was so messed up that when he finally got a handle of distinguishing smells, he just had to fan jackass Jackson's scent appealing but he also won't let this mess with him.

"Get away Jackson, you're not fucking me." He growled and tensed when he was cupped at his front."

"Who says anyone wanted to fuck you? Maybe just some mutual hand jobs huh McCall?" He said as he fondled Scott's dick, feeling it become hard while bringing his own dick between the other's ass and groaning. 

"Fuck, stop Jackson." Scott bit his lip trying to keep a moan from escaping even though his head had fallen back to the taller teens shoulder and watched with half lidded eyes as a long white fingered hand stroked him slowly but firmly that causes him to move his own hips towards the pleasure.

Jackson groaned into Scott's ear as he bucked his hips harder while his hand worked McCall's dick faster. Scott was keeping a tight grip on his thigh as he panted harder against him as Jackson then griped Scott's ass to spread and press his cock in more, thrusting faster and harder. Jackson couldn't help himself as he bit onto McCall's neck and wrap his free arm across the front of the newly turned wolf's body to keep him in locked in tight as he kept fucking into taut muscle. He kept thrusting as he jerked McCall into completion and without giving the other a breather, he moved both hands onto his hips tightly while enjoying McCall's glistening tan backside bent over. He closed his eyes enjoying the sensations as his hips stuttered and sputtered streams of cum on Scott's ass and back.

"You asshole!" Scott screeched, turning to push Jackson off.

Jackson just groaned in annoyance before smirking back at him. "We should do this another time."

Scott blushed and shape shifted before taking off, screw a ride when he could just run home...but he can't run from Jackson forever.

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Sokka's Got Routines

Days were now working in the tea shop, training with Zuko, watching Iroh tend to his small garden, letters to the gaang, researching on his own time and regular outings with the two fire benders. Today he was on his own, feeling comfortable to walk the streets. The two had made it known he could stay with them, but he wanted privacy to still do his investigating while working towards going out on more ventures alone like this.

His place was exactly as he left it, all Zuko even took back with him were his clothes when paying for his room. A stack of books had been left on the table, a chest he had to keep all his favorite things were intact and he had an inkling that Zuko did some touch up cleaning since there wasn't any dust or articles of clothing on the floor or bed like he left it. After some tidying up in the bathroom did, he store all his clothes away before finding himself at the table to write more letters.

Hi Suki,

Sorry for the late reply. Lots have happened since you mentioned coming by for a visit, you think you could come next week if possible? It would be great to see you, to catch about stuff and get our heads together about my situation. Looking forward to your letter, hope you can visit soon!

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Hey gaang!

Tell me what you guys have been up to. I'm out here learning some cool skills that I've got to show you all someday. I've been learning how to make all kinds of teas and getting better at scaling buildings. Things have been entertaining here with some quiet days which has been nice, I remember the days of not having those a lot. By the way has there been any trouble coming your guys' way?  Really want you guys safe, hate not being there with everyone. Miss you guys.

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Sokka shook off his sadness before rummaging through his satchel bringing out his journals. One of the journals he had was written with details observing Zuko and Iroh. It had mentions of Zuko's outings and day to day things of what the two got up to and of course with some of his own theories and assumptions of why they were here. As time went on, he was realizing there didn't seem to be any schemes of the two to go after Aang or seeming to harm anyone while staying in Ba Sing Se. His perceptions of them were really changing. Done with writing, he stores the journal into his storage chest.

He gets up from the table to grab an empty pouch before heading to do errands. His first stop is to drop off his letter, the library for a new book and more research then next to buy food for tonight's dinner. He was finally feeling comfortable again getting back to his normal routines, it was basically what he was doing the whole time before staying with the two men. While going out, he found some decorations to bring back to make his place feel more inviting and more his style. It was fun making the place more his own when he put the work into it. While finishing the place up, did he get started on dinner for when Zuko comes by later. 

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Temperature’s Rising

*smut*

Hands were all over each other, lips colliding, bodies fumbling through the tea shop as the two made it upstairs. Sokka had landed on the soft mat while Zuko was standing, everything was quiet except heavy breathing coming from the two. It was with nervous energy that Sokka grabbed at the bottom of Zuko's shirt to pull it up all while looking into the other teens eyes needing to know when to keep going or stop. Zuko closed his eyes in pleasure loving the touch as Miyuki rubbed her hands all over his naked chest. He crouched down to be level with her and to kiss at her lips, neck and shoulders.

"Can I?" Zuko stopped his hands at the hem of Miyuki's shirt.

"Yes." Sokka moaned after the fire prince's touch left him tingling and wanting more. 

Zuko worked the shirt off and started to unwrap the binding that Miyuki had around her breasts. He was excited and turned on as always when seeing Miyuki's naked body. He wanted to ravage and explore every part of her, to kiss her deeply, to grope her firmly but lovingly. Zuko wanted to pour his every being into the girl in front of him with an intense passionate fervor. Not wanting to scare her with his overwhelming feelings he tries to calm himself down.

Sokka moans at the hot touch on his chest. Zuko had thumbed at his nipples until they became erect then put his hot mouth over one as his other hand played with the other. Sokka had leaned back so Zuko could have more access to his body. As he moved Zuko had stared into his  eyes as he stroked the tips of his fingers with heat moving them along Miyuki's body. Zuko swells with pride as she arches her body into his hands while moaning in pleasure. 

"Mmm, feels nice." Sokka expressed while spreading his legs open for Zuko to get in between. He’s scared but staring into Zuko’s eyes has him feeling safe and ready to give him his first time. He brings his hand to the others cheek while arching up for a kiss and closing his eyes once Zuko pushes into him. The slow push is painful and makes him scared but he bears through it while Zuko gives him kisses and settles to a stop.

“ I won’t move until you tell me to.” The scarred teen reassures.

Once Sokka gets over the pain does he finally feel the amazing fullness and heat of the fire prince inside him. Finally confident to give Zuko the okay to start moving does he thrust slowly, deeply and Sokka is struck at how hot the fire bender is as he moves right above him. He’s absolutely turned on by strong arms on either side of him, he moves his hands up squeezing firm biceps and bites his lip at this too good a view. His mouth opens in a moan as Zuko thrusts harder and faster while gripping one of his breasts and lowering his mouth to suck on it. The way Zuko shows his passion for him is bliss. Sokka roams his hands all over heated skin and hard body.

“You feel so good Zuko! Love your strong body…oh so damn hot.” He grabs Zuko’s face in his hands to kiss him hard while wrapping his legs around Zuko’s waist to pull him in deeper.

“It feels so good feeling you all around me. You look so beautiful, radiant I just need more of you.” Zuko moans out.

Sokka’s gasp is cut off when Zuko kisses him full of tongue, sloppy and deep as he plunges into him over and over getting faster. Sokka holds onto him tightly while Zuko presses his face into his neck, the grunts to his ears turn him on. Zuko’s grip is tight on him as he pushes into him one last time in completion.

He feels Zuko lifting himself to the side before reaching down to play with his clit. Sokka turns his head to the side to reach Zuko’s lips while his hips move to Zuko’s touch. Zuko smears the wetness around his lower lips before going back to his nub a bit faster and harder. Sokka shudders feeling closer to his orgasm.

“Zuko, Zuko, right there please don’t stop.” He begs. Fingers move faster in circles perfectly as he reaches his own orgasm. He lays in contentment as his breathing slows down.

Zuko then kisses him before getting up.

“I’ll get us something to clean up.”

When he comes back it’s so surreal to Sokka as they both wipe themselves down with a warm washcloth before laying down together. They now face each other with little smiles, moving to kiss one another while finally letting sleep take them.

#atla #dontplaywithfire #genderbender

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Ch.15 DPWF-Date NIght, Fight Night

Sokka was pumped for the Earth rumble fights, he was bouncing from his spot excited from all the energy and buzz that was all around him. He looked to Zuko and sure enough the fire bending jerk had no ounce of emotion on his face, the only way you could tell he was execited was by the way his body was tilted forward looking at the entrance where the fighters would show up.

They had gotten drinks and snacks before sitting down, talking while they waited in anticipation. Sokka was glad to be sharing this with Zuko, he felt more and more for this guy every second spent with him and he had finally stopped feeling guilty about it. He smiled wider as Zuko looked down to him with a small smile of his own, he couldn’t stop himself from pecking a kiss to those cute lips. They we’re both startled out of their trance when the announcer came out announcing the first two fighters.

“In the first round, we have Pebbles! A first time contestant!!” Roared the announcer. The newcomer was quite frail looking and shaking like a leaf.

“And here we have our three time champion… Rooocky!!!” The announcer introduced with much more flair as the crowd went wild over the muscled champ.

The two faced off and fast as lightning Rocky had gone underground dragging the other earth bender into the air, flying out of the arena, stretchers had to come and carry the unconscious man away.

“What! That was to fast!” Sokka yelled out, clearly disappointed with the lackluster of the fight. “ I wanted rocks flying and ‘kapow’ and 'whoosh,’ this fight was so lame.” He huffed out sitting down dramatically.

Zuko readily agreed, “It seemed like the other fighter didn’t really want to be up there. He must have been dared or forced to I think.”

Sokka hummed in agreement as he angrily bit into his grilled corn on the cob as the next fighters came out.

“Here we have Stepping Stones versus Rock Bottom!!!” Boomed the announcer.

The two fighters instantly went head to head as soon as the announcer introduced them. It seemed the two were on par with each other when one attacked the other quickly formed barriers to protect themselves and hit harder. Stepping Stones had stomped her foot having a wall of dirt form underneath Rock Bottom who reacted just in time jumping into the air landing on the erected wall, steadily running and bringing up a wall of his own from the ground while hurling it at the other opponent. Stepping Stones quickly swiped her leg creating a dirt clad spike that met the oncoming wall causing a cloud of debris. The debris covered the two from everyone’s view, it all seemed quiet when multiple discs of earth came flying out rapidly. When things cleared up, it was Stepping Stones alone standing while Rock bottom was clearly unconscious from one of her wild projectiles.

Sokka was jumping up and down cheering loudly as Zuko slowly clapped in appreciation of a good fight. He proceeded to shake Zuko all the while screaming, “We have to watch the next match tomorrow Lee!!” The southern water tribe boy screeched.

Zuko slapped Miyuki’s hands to keep from strangling him in her excitement as he agreed along with her for the next round of fights the next day.

The two teens felt keyed up from the fight earlier, deciding to have a quick sparring match on the rooftop of the tea house to rid their energy.

With uncle still not home, the two went hard and all out, not pulling any punches or kicks. Zuko had Sokka pinned while Sokka trapped him with his legs, as the two struggled Sokka felt an animalistic urge to thrust his hips against the fire benders pelvis. As soon as his hips connected Zuko growled and thrusted back along with a hard kiss that Sokka took with fervor. The two teens huffed and moaned into each other’s mouths wildly as hands started to roam and take bits of clothing off each other.

Zuko had his hand down Miyuki’s underwear rubbing his fingers into her wet sex before abruptly pulling away. “Wait, wait, wait.. have you been drinking that tea thing?” He frantically asked before he couldn’t stop himself by the way things were progressing.

“Unh! Yes! Yes, I have been. Pleeeease Zuko do something.” He all but whined wanting back nothing but that pleasure. He felt so empty, he could feel his girl bits wanting something to clench down on and he needed that to be Zuko, prissy, annoying, uptight, emotionally stunted jerk that he was.

This was it, he knew it. He wanted to share this with Zuko, he was ready.

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Pot Brownies For Nathan Prescott From Warren Graham

Warren felt like shit after his fight with Nathan. It couldn't really be considered a fight really since he beat the crap out of prissy boy Prescott who didn't even defend himself properly. So feeling bad for himself Warren decided to get drunk and forget everything.

Once thoroughly drunk he saw Chloe and Max, tried to hang with them but after getting dissed by the two he felt even shittier about his night. He at least thought the two were great friends. He dragged himself to his room and started thinking everything with his fight with Nathan. He really was trying to save them from a potential threat but once he had Nathan down he should've stopped there and at least taken Nathan to the hospital or something. His annoying thoughts about the fight sobered him up quickly and now he started getting ideas about how he could apologize to Nathan.

A letter would just piss Nathan off, a text would freak him out since he'd be creeped by him asking around for his number and he'd probably get punched with a direct approach and we're trying to avoid more punches to the face folks. One thing Warren did know was that Nathan liked to party and party hard with drugs and booze. He couldn't obviously buy alcohol, he didn't know any proper channels for that one plus he bets Nathan can get all the alcohol he needed. But he did know someone with access to weed, one Chloe Price. He texted Max for Chloe's number and explained the situation, he stayed up a bit waiting for a reply when none came he figured it was best to sleep and see if she responds later.

He woke up the next day with a reply from Max along with Chloe's number. He immediately started a new contact, composing a new text.

"Hey it's Warren, Max gave me your number. I wanted to know if you could give me a recipe for those edibles stuff?" He hurriedly typed out.

"Sup dweeb and I know, Max said you wanted my number for jackass Prescott and his weed addiction"

Warren was confused by the message, didn't Chloe smoke weed to? So why was she making fun of Nathan for smoking?

"You smoke weed to though" he replied.

"Yeah, so?"

"Never mind, can I get a recipe? It's urgent."

"For what? He deserved the beat down, don't think you owe him an apology"

" I'd like to apologize, seriously please the recipe 🥺"

"Fine. What kind of edibles? Cookies, lollies, gummi bears... etc etc"

"Oh, that's more than I thought that could be edibles, um I was thinking brownies. Can I do brownies?"

"Yeah dork, you can make pot brownies. I'll get the stuff and send you the recipe. When my mom's not home and me and Max aren't doing stuff you can come over, I'll help you with everything."

"Thanks Chloe! you're the best! 😘"

"I know and don't you forget it"

It wasn't until two days later that Warren finally had a glassware full of pot brownies. He was nervous holding them feeling paranoid that somehow everyone knew what he had in his hands. No one gave him any looks but it still felt like he had eyes on him, he's just being ridiculous no one would ever think of him being a stoner which he wasn't, he's never touched the stuff just a bit of alcohol from time to time and even he could only handle like 3-4 bottles and he's done for. He was also partly nervous taking them to Nathan, he's hoping he doesn't get any shit for it and everything goes smoothly. He made his way past the parking lot where Chloe dropped him off and started across the campus towards the boys dormitory. Surprisingly no one was around so he took advantage and sped walked to Nathan's dorm.

Once in front of the other teens door did Warren give a few hard knocks.

"What?!" Nathan's muffled voice yelled through the closed door.

Warren startled a bit but managed to speak up, " It's Warren, I have apology brownies for you."

"What the fuck, gayram, I don't want any fucking brownies from your ass!" The teen shouted.

Warren flinched in response, he kind of expected that but still tried once more to get the other boys attention.

He got closer to the door this time and whispered, "I've got pot brownies Nathan."

Warren had to step back quickly from the oncoming door opening wide with force. Nathan scanned Warren's face before eyeballing the glass pan full of brownies.

"The fuck did you say?" Nathan couldn't believe his ears. Schmuck Warren had pot brownies in his hands, no way. He then rolled his eyes and yanked the nerd inside his dorm.

Warren gripped the pan of brownies tightly as he was yanked and harshly let go of as Nathan shut the door, he started to get a headache from the manhandling. He stood behind Nathan and couldn't really get a read from the look on his face when he turned towards him not saying a word. Warren decided to take a look around the other teens room since he still hadn't said anything. He couldn't deny it, Nathan had a sweet set up. It was dark, had a nice sleek couch with an awesome projector already set up along with some creepy yet eye catching art on his walls as well. Warren himself preferred more light and goofier stuff plastered over his own walls but Nathan's taste were still cool and almost mature like.

As Warren was looking around he noticed Nathan already on the couch looking at him with a pinched and bruised face, the bruises we're fading but he couldn't help but lower his head in guilt.

"So what exactly is up with the brownies gig?" Nathan asked him suspiciously.

Warren perked up a bit glad he wasn't yelled or thrown out yet and held out the brownies towards the other.

"These are apology brownies for the uh...uh incident few days back." He nervously explained standing awkwardly as Nathan didn't grab the brownies from his hands yet

He watched as Nathan leaned forward with his arms settling on his thighs.

"Why pot brownies though?" Nathan was genuinely curious about this since he never had anyone apologize to him without it being coerced from them let alone with a gift in hand unless they really wanted something and he knew Warren wasn't anything like that. The dude was an annoying chirpy little nerd but never did he crawl or suck up to get into his good graces once.

"Well I knew you smoked and I couldn't really handle having a bag of weed in my hands let alone bringing it into the dorms. I was kind of paranoid getting caught that way so I decided on edibles since it's less suspicious." Warren shrugged as he scratched the back of his neck in nervousness thinking his explanation sounded stupid now that he said it aloud.

It didn't help that Nathan hadn't made a move or even changed his blank expression so Warren stayed rocking back and forth on his heels in the middle of Nathan Prescott's room.

Nathan himself could only roll his eyes at Warren being such a ridiculous goody goody.

"Fine, give me those damn brownies." He took the container from the other teens arms and opened it up to grab and bite into the surprisingly moist delicious dessert.

"Not bad gayram, I'm not into brownies too much but this is good." Guess he won't yell at the nerd for now since he'll be relaxed soon enough and  able to tolerate the guy.

Nathan tossed himself back onto his couch reaching for the remote to his projector and clicking it on. He had some b-rated horror movie on earlier that he hadn't finished yet. He eyed Warren as the little shit just walked around his room instead of taking off, weirdly enough the new presence hadn't annoyed him so far so he let the nerd be for now.

"You have such a huge music collection which is cool but do you have any games to?" Warren asked once he noticed from the little snooping he did.

"No, parents didn't want games and so much other shit to mush my brains growing up." Nathan stoically responded.

"So no games ever? That's so lame." Warren expressed, he wasn't really surprised though, that totally sounded like something Nathan's uptight parents would do. 'Nathan probably wasn't able to express himself in any type of way growing up, that's so sad.' He thought.

"Shut up and sit down or get out." He sighed out, he'd rather not talk about his shitty family, he only got high to numb out thoughts of his crappy home life which was fucking constant and damn annoying.

"Shutting up." Warren agreed and walked towards the couch sitting himself down. "I've seen this movie, the second ones not bad if a bit more ridiculous but its still good." He commented.

"Hmm, I haven't finished this. The beginning is kind of slow." He replied back, he didn't understand why he was letting Warren stay maybe it was the fact he could actually talk to someone about his gory movie obsessions. Everyone else was always creeped out by his taste so he hid his collection.

Doing something else uncharacteristically  of him, he tossed Warren his phone unlocked.

"Order yourself something. Don't ask questions." He smirked when he saw the dork open and close his mouth then look down to his phone as if he couldn't comprehend what happened. It's whatever, he was brought up to be a good host.

As the two wait for their orders to get delivered, the movie started to pick up. The screen showed the couple about to have sex when the girls head got cut off.

"Damn, what a shit thing. That nerd was about to lose his virginity." Nathan remarked aloud.

"Well, there's ya cliched horror movie trope for you." Warren answered back. He couldn't believe he was having an okay time with Nathan the prick or that he didn't mind if they could do this again.

Nathan nodded his head in agreement when his phone buzzed.

"Come on, the delivery guy is about to pull up in the parking lot." He paused the movie and grabbed his keys and wallet.

The two made it out to the parking lot waiting for the food.

"So.. I'm still sorry for getting out of hand few days back and hurting you Nathan. I-I shouldn't ha-"

"It's fine, if anyone knows blind rage its me. Yeah, for the first day I was fucking pissed but your hit got me rethinking shit. We're good." Nathan wasn't use to reassuring people but Warren's dumb puppy eyed look just got to him, it was ridiculous.

"O-okay, thanks N-Nathan." Warren couldn't help the little sniffles and tears that came out. Remembering what he did shook him up. "I-I just never hurt someone before and I was so sc-scared of myself."

"Fuck Warren the delivery guy is gonna think I did some shit to you. Turn around and get it together." Nathan freaked, he had no clue what to do with a crying person. All he could think to do was having him lean onto his back while he gripped Warren's arm hoping to calm the guy down with his touch. It was awkward, especially when their delivery guy looked at the two weird.

Everything went smooth, they got the food and Nathan was grabbing napkins to pass over to the blubbering idiot when a shout came from a little distance away.

"The hell you do to Warren jackass?!" The yell startled the two boys apart.

Next thing the two boys knew Warren was getting dragged away by Chloe and Max.

"W-wait guys." He tried struggling but Chloe was way stronger than appeared and Max just kept turning around to glare at Nathan. All he could see was anger and narrowed eyes from Nathan and could only groan in frustration, he was just making progress with the guy and maybe making a new friend or something.

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Don’t Play With Fire Ch.14  Two Hormonal Teens, What Can Happen?

Sokka woke up to Zuko doing his morning meditation and stretches, admiring the other teens movements. He was slowly coming out of his drowsy state not wanting to leave the covers but to stay enjoying the warmth being snuggled up. He eventually got up as time went on with a stretch and long yawn, Zuko had turned to him but kept with his forms. Sokka waited as Zuko finished, watching as the sweat glistened off Zuko's body, he suggested the two take a quick rinse before breakfast.

The two joined Iroh for breakfast trying to discuss what they should do on their off day. Sokka wanted to go on a nice walk and maybe do some training, Zuko didn't really offer any suggestions just going along with whatever and Iroh also just wanted to relax with a tasteful cup of tea and Pai Sho. It was mostly Sokka being proactive but he knew any mention of sparring would catch the fire bender's attention, now he wonders if he could ever catch Zuko in his element fire bending but in the non-scary way and a place much more private but again for another time. He instead decided to drag Zuko along with him like always maybe they'd check out another show, go to the poetry club, visit the markets, try out the library again or even find something new that catches their eye.

The two teens were walking around when they found a pretty big clearing that's great for sparring. The younger teen even thought it was a great place for their workouts, to enjoy the outside air sometimes. There were few trees, big stones and hedges scattered around that was good for hiding and sneak attacks to come from. It was just perfect for rolling and jumping around the big place. They decided on just blocks working with Sokka building up his speed, there was kicks being thrown and being blocked with them both always trying to keep moving around, not trying to stick to one spot. Fists were flying, knees being thrown, uppercuts, elbows and fast jabs, the two were in continuous motion, never going for serious strikes but keeping up with one another. Sokka was enjoying the spar, it just sparked a kind of adrenaline that couldn't be matched at times and he knew Zuko was loving it more. He was just glad himself for having some kind of talent and determination to fight, Zuko would have surely stopped his training early on if hadn't shown potential. He's not going to lie, he has tested Zuko's patience with his ridiculous strategic plans and even more far-fetched fighting techniques.

The spar session finally ended, the teens catching their breath as they leaned against a huge rock under some shade.

"It felt really good giving my muscles a good workout." Sokka replied, he tilted his head back enjoying the breeze that swept by.

"It was a good spar." Zuko returned, agreeing with the other teen.

"Want to grab something to drink?" Sokka asked as he felt the need for a cool drink and figured Zuko would to.

He got a nod from Zuko and pushed off the rock with Zuko beside him.  As the two walked ahead they noticed a paper nailed to a tree that caught their attention.

Earth Rumble

Best of the Best

Come watch tonight, we'll be here all week

from 8-12 tonight, no kiddos allowed.

"I think I heard about this from some kids I was talking to at the shop yesterday." Sokka easily lied, there's no way he could mention how he and the gaang had discovered this and finding Toph along with it.

"I thought this was suppose to be secret? Must be getting popular." Zuko mentioned curiously.

Sokka remembered the sporting event being awesome, loud and so much fun. Who didn't love cool fighting and bunch of trash talking? He would love to go again. With the idea in his head, he ripped the flyer off the tree and turned to Zuko.

"Would you like to go to the event?" He asked the other boy excitedly.

Zuko saw the eagerness in Miyuki's eyes and heard the tone of excitement in her voice and couldn't deny her. He was also interested in the event since he's never gone but to see fighters and different fighting techniques sounds amazing while also useful to study from.

"We can go, when would you like to?" He questioned back.

"Maybe we can catch it tonight, might as well on our day off." The suggestion was met with a nod from Zuko and it left Sokka in a  giddy mood, anticipating the exciting event.

Sokka faced the quiet teen again admiring his features and tall proud stature. He was always so composed and graceful, Sokka himself thought he would hate that about Zuko but right now he found it attractive whenever he had those golden eyes set on his own person, he couldn't help being excited at times or handle when his chest felt tight and couldn't quite breath right with an unknown urge to burst with something he wasn't able to explain. He wanted to run his hands all over him again and show the other teen how much admiration and need he had for him. So what's stopping him? He's able to just grab him openly especially with this body, no one would give them weird looks.

He grabbed Zuko's slightly bigger hand in his own and dragged him to a more secluded spot by a tree covered by some huge hedges. He took advantage of their privacy to press tight against the other boys body, he looked into Zuko's smiling face and captured his lips slowly. Zuko had such small yet cute plump lips he would nibble and suck on constantly if he could. The two kissed leisurely as if they had all the time in the world. Sokka loved having his arms wrapped around the other teen, getting to feel Zuko's muscles and tight embrace had him soaring with unexplained joy. All the kissing and necking they were doing had Sokka giggling out loud but also inappropriately turned on for a such a public setting. He wanted to devour the fire bender right now.

"Ehem, we should probably cool it and uh.. get back to the shop." He gently pushed Zuko away to call himself down. He really hoped Zuko caught on to what he wanted without having to say the words.

Zuko nodded in agreement, "Let's get going then." He grabbed for Miyuki's hand.

They walked back in silence but in hurried anticipated steps. Sokka was dying with the way Zuko kept fondling and caressing his hand, the way the jerk kept gently but with a bit of pressure slid his hand against his own then dipping his fingers in between his own was to much and to sensual.

The tea shop was empty when the two got back and seeing as the place was vacant the two mutually decided to take advantage quick.

"Go check to see if uncle Iroh is around just in case, I'll take a quick rinse first then you can take yours." With that said Sokka rushed to his own shower.

Sokka was excited but nervous as he waited on the bed mat for Zuko to come in. He sat up straighter as Zuko finally came in shirtless with nothing but some light shorts on. He scooted on the mat to make room as he patted the spot where he wanted Zuko at.

Zuko laid down as Miyuki requested, he was excited but remained calm as he waited for her to do what she liked and would follow her lead.

*Smut*

"I'd like to try sucking you off." He didn't quite ask Zuko for permission as it was more to prepare him for what's coming. He figured he didn't have to since Zuko looked eager for any thing, not that he wasn't either, each time they spent together longer he felt more intensely about skin ship, wanting to connect their bodies.

"I-I'd like that." Zuko eagerly stuttered out.

Sokka got in between Zuko's legs, rubbing his thighs towards the slight bulge he saw growing in the shorts. He grasped at the bulge gently rubbing up and down through the clothing, enjoying the small moan that escaped from the fire bender's lips. The squeezing and stroking motions caused Zuko's erection to get bigger having Sokka pull down the shorts to reveal the slightly moist pink tip of his cock. Sokka heard Zuko sigh deeper as he had his hand finally wrapped around the hot organ. He slowly maneuvered the erection up as he lowered himself to lick at the mushroom tipped cockhead. He licked around the tip and underside of the cock to get it moist as to not have any dryness that would be uncomfortable for the two.

He was nervous to look up at Zuko but judged his work by the noises and encouragement he received from the other to allow himself confidence to keep going. He got some sort of a rhythm by bobbing up and down as he stroked the base of Zuko's girth while trying to comfortably swallow around his penis at other times. His jaw, hands and knees all cramped, he really wanted to try having Zuko finish by his mouth but it didn't look like that was happening. He pulled off Zuko's cock and switched to his other hand looking apologetically towards him.

"I don't think I can use my mouth anymore, it's getting achy I'm sorry." Sokka uttered despairingly.

"That's fine, it still felt really good." Zuko expressed.

Sokka liked how Zuko still enjoyed himself, he shouldn't beat himself down for something he's not good at yet, there's always time to approve. He then noticed as Zuko stared absently at his new body's boobs, now he felt back in control more wanting to tease the other. Sokka started to grope himself through his bra, touching himself wasn't that exciting but the fact that Zuko groaned so deeply and wouldn't take his eyes off his chest had him aching some type of way.

"Want to play with my tits Zuko? I'd love for your hot hands to be all over my tits again." He encouraged confidently.

Zuko wasted no time groping at his chest and sucking on a nipple eagerly. The rough touch had Sokka feeling all kinds of new sensations. The groping of Zuko's hands all over his breasts felt intoxicating and he wanted Zuko to massage his boobs like this everyday.

"Can I fuck your tits?" He heard Zuko ask.

"Ye-yeah." The way he was keyed up, he'd let Zuko do anything to him.

He was on his back in no time feeling Zuko's hot dick in between his chest. He watched as Zuko squeezed his tits together against his cock and started to thrust. He could only watch as Zuko found pleasure using his tits and damn did he love being used apparently. He would try to catch the tip as it peeked passed his boobs with a lick. The taste of Zuko's cum wasn't quite good but he'd handle it just to watch all the pleasures he could get out of him. He really liked the way Zuko lost himself in fucking his breasts, Sokka couldn't help himself from rubbing his thighs together to relive the ache he felt at his loins.

"Ung, I'm gonna come." Zuko grunted out.

With a few more fast thrusts, Sokka felt the hot cum splash onto his skin. It was really uncomfortable to feel against his neck for sure. He waited until Zuko took a breathe, slowly easing himself up before asking to get wiped down.

"Can you finger me next?" He asked anticipating his own pleasure, he was so wet.

"Yeah." Zuko easily complied giving him a kiss to the cheek before running his hand down between his legs and dipping a finger to his aching lower lips.

"Like that?" Zuko asked as he added pressure to his aroused nub.

"Mmm, yes." He sighed happily, enjoying the build up.  

Sokka opened his eyes to catch Zuko looking at his vagina so openly it made him nervous.

"Why are you looking down there so intenesly?" The fact that Zuko just stared down at his body made him weirdly anxious.

"I just wanna watch my fingers going in and out of you. I love spreading your lips to get a better view." He explained huskily.

"That's so embarrassing." Sokka admitted shyly.

"The sounds from your sex and my fingers wrapped around your warmth is amazing. I'm getting hard again." He truthfully told Miyuki.

"Zuko, I want you to put your cock between my vagina. I want to feel you there please." Sokka felt his sex throb in want, he felt a deep ache within for Zuko.

"I do to but we have to wait until you start drinking that tea you talked about." Zuko begrudgingly informed, he'd want nothing more than to comply to Miyuki's wishes but he was taught by his uncle to always be careful when having sexual intercourse.

"Oh, I want you in me so bad Zuko." Sokka announced feeling regretful for not starting that tea sooner.

"Y-you can't s-say things like that!" Zuko grunted hard as he pushed the tip of his renewed hard cock against Miyuki's thigh. No matter how they both felt, they had to be careful.

"Ah! Ooo more of that." Sokka demanded pushing his own thigh harder against Zuko's thrusting, watching and feeling Zuko's desperate grinding on his thigh felt so empowering.

Zuko lent down kissing Miyuki as he thrusted his fingers and swirled his thumb harder against the nub as well as keeping up his tempo grinding into Miyuki's thigh. He sucked on her neck and lower down to her chest. He felt Miyuki's nails scrape down his back then gripping his butt in a tight hold that had him a bit embarrassed but also weirdly encouraged by. Miyuki's touch all over his body felt amazing and hearing her voice by his ear pushed him closer to another orgasm. He heard Miyuki's voice go higher moaning out his name repeatedly and felt as she tightened up rubbing her thighs together around his fingers finally reaching her orgasm which set him off cumming onto her thigh and hip.

*End smut*

The two collapsed out of breath but recovered in minutes to look towards each other smiling sweetly to one another. Zuko was the first to get up and wipe them down once again before putting on his shorts and quietly making it out the door. He came back with cups of water for the two. Sokka grabbed the cup gulping the water down.

"Has uncle showed up?" He asked worriedly not sure if Iroh came by since he couldn't pay attention to anything else besides the pleasures and moaning from one another.

"No, we're good. Want to change and eat? We still have time before the Earth Rumble tournament." Zuko said already walking around the room picking out new clothes to wear.

"Definitely." Sokka agreed, he felt relaxed and ready for the exciting fights to see alongside Zuko.

The two showered, ate and left a note for Iroh before taking off on their first official date.

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Don’t Play With Fire Ch.13 Nightmares, Training and More

Darkness.

Heavy breathing.

Pain.

Fear.

Cuts.

Blood.

Weak.

Run!

Just run!

Please.

Help!

He tripped and felt being clawed at, dragged against rough dirt and cobble. His face scrapped against the floor but his fear overpowered the pain from it as he was just turned facing his attacker now. Mouth covered with one hand the other free to roam his body to grope harshly all over. He saw the man's gleeful, sadistic eyes staring down into his own as he plunged his hand to his exposed sex, his eyes widened full of tears, the man penetra-

Sokka woke startled out of his nightmare, he scrambles out the sleeping mat knocking things over in his wake.  It took him a moment to realize where he was until he recognized the room, once he noticed the familiar clothes scattered around and the scent in the room did he feel himself relax. He also noticed no Zuko around, he hated when he woke up alone after a nightmare, Zuko was just so perfect after his initial panic when he first woke up when still feeling stuck in the unpleasant dream. Having the comforting presence of the other teen just soothed all his panic away. He figured Zuko was out helping his uncle with something. Today was a day off for all them so he wondered how they'd all spend it.

Sokka decided to wash up and shake off the nightmare. Getting ready for the day, he wore a simple short-sleeved, light green dress with shorts underneath paired with tan flats. He brushed his annoyingly long hair into a ponytail, he thought maybe he should cut his hair short especially since it started getting hotter these days. Once done, he went downstairs looking for the other two around. It was once he got outside to the roof he found them tending to uncle's mini garden.

He approached the two, wondering what they'd been up to this early morning.

"Hi guys, what are we up to?" He looked to them as they stood facing some plants.

"Ah, my girl I was just watering my plants as Zuko here discussed more ideas of some training together with the both of you." He answered with a smile.

"Oh perfect! Just what I've been dying for, finally some awesome action." Sokka  rubbed his hands together, excited to start sparring again, it's been a month now without exerting his energy the way he really wanted to.

Zuko could only roll his eyes at the younger teens enthusiasm, "You're to obsessed with fighting."

Iroh and Sokka turned to each other in disbelief, both thinking the same of the boy who talked non-stop about war strategies, uses of all sorts of weapons, fighting techniques and who generally just liked using his fists to sort any problem no matter how slight.

"Riiiiiight." Sokka just nodded along in pseudo agreement.

"What." Zuko growled out, he was indignant by the other two sharing some kind of look against him. He just narrowed his eyes at the two and scoffed when he got nothing back from them, folding his arms in annoyance, he really hated when the two were against him. "Whatever, we'll do some training later but right now uncle would like to go to the market. Would you like to go to?" He asked Miyuki.

"Sure, I would love to stretch my legs and enjoy the day, I'd be to tired from training if we started with that first." He agreed, he'd like to explore more and feel safer outside again, he missed exploring and enjoying the day out watching and hearing the every day activity. He also knew he wouldn't be up to it if Zuko had him train now. The guy sure knew how to beat him into the ground, his training sessions were brutal and he never let up, he was such a drill sergeant which now that he thought more on it makes total sense, duh. Sometimes he forgets Zuko from back then and now and sometimes he forgets he's laying with the enemy literally but he isn't really a bad guy.

The three headed off walking down the streets of the market, each one of them finding a stand interesting, Zuko looked at weapons, Iroh at pots, paintings, clothes and just every stand pretty much while Sokka looked between ones with food, books and cool jewelry. They all got tired eventually and gathered at a little shop serving food and a set up with chairs and tables outside. They sat looking at their finds, Zuko handed Miyuki a short dagger with its own holster to it and Iroh handing a face painting palette to the young girl. Sokka strapped the cool dagger under his dress to his right thigh, he didn't know what to do with the palette but gave a grateful smile to Iroh anyways, he'll try practicing with it later. He pulled out his own gifts to the two, for Zuko a book about 'Modifications on the Modern Weapons of Today'  and a wooden box filled with a variety of teas to Iroh. After the three rested up they walked down the rest of the market until Sokka saw a painting stand, he hurriedly drag the two over.

Sokka waited for the man to notice him then asked his query once he did, "Hi, how much for a painting?"

"It will be twenty yuan and another ten yuan if you want the painting colored." The older man replied politely.

Sokka nodded along already making his mind up. "I'd like three paintings with the three of us in the paintings with no color." He informed the painter.

"That will be sixty yuan." The artist informed the young man.

Sokka passed the bills over as he excitedly maneuvered Iroh and Zuko in place the way he wanted. Iroh just laughed enjoying as the girl manhandled his nephew and himself. The first painting came out with Iroh slightly behind the two with arms each around the two with a huge smile, Sokka had a huge grin of his own, making bunny ears above Zuko's head with Zuko having a scowl on his face but his lips were upturned in a minuscule grin of his own. Second painting was with Iroh on the right side of the teens making a silly face with Sokka next to him sticking his tongue out and his other hand squishing Zuko's face while Zuko looked dumb with having to hold a squished face as he held onto Miyuki for balance. Last one was of Iroh standing tall and proud with his hands behind his back holding a gentle smile, Zuko in the middle next to his uncle with a surprised blush to his face as Sokka at his side giving Zuko a kiss to his left scarred cheek. The paintings came out perfect Sokka thought. Zuko kept the one with the kiss, Sokka with himself giving bunny ears to Zuko and Iroh keeping the one with all of them having silly faces.

They all enjoyed their time out and were ready to start some serious sparring as they made it back to the tea shop. They we're on top of the privacy of their rooftop doing all their own warm-ups and stretches. Sokka wanted to see Iroh and Zuko against each other but knew this training session was about him today. The scenario was suppose to be him walking alone at a park unaware of two assailants coming his way. Getting into the roleplay did he start walking around the roof casually when he felt a presence from behind then arms going around his neck, he quickly crouched before the arms captured him in a choke and elbowed the attacker hard in their ribs. Behind him the person stumbled back grunting in pain but he couldn't be distracted as another body flashed in front of him, he quickly moved to a horse stance and grabbed the legs in front of him and put all his strength and training into heaving the older build onto the ground leaving them breathless as he rolled to the side quickly and jumped to put distance between him and his attackers. All three were up now and at a standoff waiting for someone to make a move since the element of surprise was gone. Sokka threw a smoke bomb to the left and his new dagger to the right of him hoping to stall them both as he made an escape down the roof and ran around to scale back up behind the two. He heard coughing as the smoke cleared and laughed as he enjoyed the two looks of surprise towards him.

"I ran because I knew I couldn't fight you both off." He happily explained. He knew he'd need  more training but he didn't mind, he loved sparring and learning new ways to fight.

"Hmm, that's also a smart move and the distractions you had were perfect." Iroh complimented on the strategic play, the girl would need more training but she was quick to adapt.

Zuko agreed deciding it was a good tactic to quickly measure up his opponents and making fast acting decisions. Miyuki was a quick thinker and fast on her feet, he thought proudly. She was also a heavy hitter when she got her opponent in close range now, she was smart when she knew where her skills lacked but determined to always improve her weak spots.

They still spent hours on the roof training, fighting each other to get out of choke holds, Sokka learning how to fight with his new dagger in hand, Zuko loved using kicks a lot so Sokka was constantly jumping around keeping up with Zuko's pace and blocking his fast kicks. He finally got to see Iroh and Zuko fight with Iroh beating Zuko without ever going all out, all he did was circle his arms fast blocking all of Zuko's punches and kicks, it wasn't till Iroh got a fast jab in and got Zuko in the nose that he called the fighting off saying they should get ready for dinner. They had trained well into the night and was just all about sore everywhere.

"You're getting better nephew." Iroh said with a grin as he walked back inside.

Zuko only glared at his uncle's back, rubbing at his throbbing nose. His uncle was so annoying when he was smug. Sokka just stood off to the side laughing and walking pass Zuko with a kiss to his nose. "Come on, let's get washed up for dinner." He suggested as he looked back to Zuko enjoying the slack jawed teen. Zuko stood up coughing awkwardly as he followed behind Miyuki.

They both got to the room getting their night clothes ready. Sokka eyed Zuko wondering how he could make his move. He watched as Zuko folded his clothes and got his soaps ready for his shower, putting them to the side as he turned back around to Miyuki.

"You can take your shower first Miyuki if you want." Zuko offered, he didn't mind either way.

Sokka bit his lip thinking this could be a good chance, he worked up his courage and just hoped Zuko wanted the same thing.

"How bout we take one together?" He was nervous now seeing Zuko for any kind of bad reaction.

Zuko froze, not sure at what he just heard. He looked to Miyuki for any kind of joke but as he looked at her, he just saw a nervous girl waiting on something from him.

"I-I um, are you sure about what you're asking?" Zuko had to make sure what Miyuki was asking for. He'd love more than anything to jump at the chance going into the washroom with her but only if she's truly wanting to. To really be ready and comfortable with the kind of intimacy that comes with sharing a space with them both naked entails.

"Yeah." Sokka was nervous sure but also determined to get closer with Zuko, he knew he wanted more with the other teen, he felt comfortable with his new body and new feelings that came along with knowing the other boy for months now. Something was really clicking with him and Zuko and it looked like Zuko felt the same.

Zuko took a breath of relief, nodded to himself and believed Miyuki's words. He grabbed his stuff and waited for her to do the same as they both walked quietly to the washroom. They both settled into the room still quiet as Zuko went to get the water ready, once he felt the temperature was comfortable did he look back to Miyuki wondering who would take clothes off first. He was answered by Miyuki's slow smile as she started to undress herself, he loved every exposed skin shown to him. He took his fill in, watching the soft tanned skin revealing it's scars, bruises, birthmarks and stretch marks, he was entranced by it all. He wanted to feel Miyuki's naked body against his and feel his hands down every inch of her bodice. He was finally naked himself and saw how Miyuki eyed his body right back, he was a bit conscious of his own scars but enjoyed it nonetheless from the way Miyuki looked right at him with lustful eyes.

Sokka took Zuko right in, noticing the different build of his body compared to his male one, Zuko was a bit skinnier than him but toned more, he really appreciated the hard muscles on the other boy. He'd like very much to run his hands over the other teen and grope all sorts of places mostly his butt, chest and thighs, he really wanted to squeeze those strong thighs of Zuko's. He noticed Zuko's penis and how it was slightly girthier and long but enjoying hit touches and didn't that just make his mind work with thousands of ways to play with it. He already felt himself get excited and had to get the other boy into the bath with him.

"Come on, get in Zuko." He held out his hand to pull him in. He had Zuko sit down in front of him as he started to soap his hands, he rubbed his hands on the other's shoulders trying to massage his muscles as he went down further. Next he went after Zuko's arms, up his neck then gently ran his fingers through Zuko's hair, scratching occasionally making sure to get every inch thoroughly. It was really soothing washing the other boy, they rinsed Zuko's hair together. Next Sokka scrubbed Zuko's legs and feet, he stayed longer washing the other boys cute small butt, he couldn't help jiggling it up and down, he could tell Zuko was a bit nervous but enjoyed his touches. He was excited to get to feel up the front of Zuko's hard chest and stomach, the other boy's body was tantalizing and all hard muscle. Sokka pressed his chest against Zuko's back, they both noticed him having problems in front with a certain appendage between his legs. Sokka couldn't stop himself from staring at the erection flaring with a red tip, he was curious how that would feel gripped in his hand. For now he ignored it though wanting Zuko's touch on his own body to.

*Smut*

"Your turn to wash me now, Zuko." Sokka waited with bated breath at the anticipated touch. He felt calloused hands run down his arms and back, the touch felt so loving and sensual. The hands went to his front caressing his breasts and stomach, the touch had him groaning in pleasure. Zuko groped at his chest gently but with a firm touch, he leaned back into Zuko's chest  letting him massage his tits enjoying the warm hands. Being pressed into Zuko's front had his ass firmly against Zuko's fully erect cock. The casual slide up and down to his ass surprised him, he was shocked even more when he felt his thigh being pushed to open his legs wider. Sokka tried wiggling his ass back onto Zuko's erection but wasn't sure he was really doing anything but since Zuko didn't stop him he thought he was doing something right. He turned his head towards Zuko searching for his lips, Zuko met his lips and they both kissed deeply as they could from the angle. Sokka felt himself throbbing in need, he had to get Zuko in bed now and demanded as much telling the other boy they needed to hurry before Iroh got suspicious they weren't downstairs for dinner yet. They quickly rinsed the rest of themselves off and drying off only partially not caring about anything else besides getting hands back on each other again.

They we're both in the room already on the floor naked and attacking each others lips again, grinding slowly. Sokka started kissing down Zuko's neck as he hesitantly brought his hand down the teens body. His hand was on the hot flesh that started growing bigger in his grip. He stroked the erection gently and slowly started to pump the length trying to get a good feel of it without hurting Zuko. He would pump the length every so often while also giving attention to the tip, he'd thumb at the slit and smear the pre-cum over the head. Sokka would stare at his hand jerking off the fire bender, watching as the swollen cockhead would disappear in his hand back and forth getting smeared with wetness, he would do little twists while pumping his hand at the same time, he hoped it felt good to the other teen, it was his first ever hand job on someone. He enjoyed the breathy grunts and little twitches of Zuko's hips, he was turning this fierce badass bender into mush and he loved it. When he felt the twitches he would pump his hand faster then slow down to occasionally play with Zuko's balls, he had to be more gentler with those. His wrist was cramping but he was determined to finish Zuko off. He went back to increasing his movements just slightly, he really wanted to say all kinds of dirty things to Zuko but was embarrassed and unsure how Zuko would take it. His breath hitched once he saw Zuko's hand going towards his own sex and splitting his lips open to rub at the nub. It was a bit awkward at first with the two crossing hands but once they figured it out they were both able to enjoy pleasuring each other at the same time. Sokka could feel Zuko smear his own wetness around his pussy and dip his finger into him, it didn't hurt surprisingly and just felt like a nice pressure to have inside. He would kind of forget to keep pumping Zuko's erection and enjoy the finger inside him as Zuko kept up the pressure on his clit with his thumb. He couldn't help pumping his hips into Zuko's fingers just trying to chase his orgasm but he got his grip back onto Zuko and pumped vigorously to the timing of his own hips. Sokka kept up the rhythm along with Zuko's as they were getting close to their peak. Zuko was the first to reach his and he got to feel the pulses of Zuko's own cock in his hand while feeling and seeing warm cum shoot onto his hand and Zuko's stomach. Zuko had stopped rubbing Sokka's clit but went back to picking up his pace again once he had caught his breath. He put more pressure on the nub and pumped his other finger into Sokka's opening while reaching whereever he could with kisses, his kisses went down towards Sokka's clit and removed his finger as he instead tongued and suckled at the nub. Sokka gripped onto Zuko's head between his legs and with his feet planted to the floor did he thrust his hips into the fire bender's mouth, keeping his head from moving as he chased after his orgasm feeling the waves of pleasure through his body once reached it.

*End smut*

They both caught their breath before smiling to one another.

"So, I would like more of that. How about you?" Sokka asked really hoping Zuko would like to also.

Zuko ran his finger down Miyuki's cheek to her lips, "Yeah, I'd really love to do more with you." He assured her. He got up to grab a nearby towel to clean up the mess on his stomach. Sokka grabbed the towel from him to clean herself up. "After dinner, I'd love to get my hands on your body again, I definitely didn't get enough to explore." Sokka replied cheekily enjoying the pink tint that filled Zuko's cheeks. He gets a smirk back despite the blush from the other.

"Me neither." Is all Zuko responds back with as he tosses clothes to Miyuki and getting dressed himself before going down for dinner with her rushing right behind him.

After dinner, the two were back in Zuko's room laying back down, arms wrapped around each other. Sokka swept his fingers around Zuko's face, tracing all around Zuko's features from his eyebrows, down his nose, cheeks, ears and lips never losing eye contact with the other boy. He watched Zuko's face shutter with emotion, no doubt still conscious of his scar. He nudged his lips to Zuko's own, kissing and nipping till he responded in kind and pressing harder and deeper back. The two pulled away when they felt sated from the kisses, they couldn't do to much more since it was a night where Zuko was going to go out as The Blue Spirit looking for any signs of trouble or any information about the traffic ring. Zuko had let him in on everything once he had discovered the mask and outfit one night. He remembered the time when Aang told him about The Blue Spirit rescuing him which cemented the fact that Zuko really was a good guy just didn't realize he was on the wrong side.

This time he helped Zuko get ready for his night out. He placed the mask onto the fire bender and tying the strings behind his head, he gave a kiss to the mask covered teen and said goodbye as Zuko jumped out the room window.

Sokka once again took advantage to write more letters as Zuko was out. He knew the others would worry since he hadn't written anything to them in awhile. It was often when he wrote, about two letters a week. He felt confident going out again, he would probably just have Zuko or Iroh along with to send them out as long as they weren't to close to see them.

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Sorry for the late replies, It's just been tough between the construction, hanging with new friends, trying to relax and keeping up with training but I've been writing my letters just had no time to send them off till now. I've been totally busy and friendly with tons of people, even helped them with odd jobs and making money on the side, it's great! Toph, I'm learning tons of new stuff in training, actually recently I had to go against two fighters at once, I obviously outsmarted them. I'm getting better reflexes and thinking quicker on my feet. Aang, I'll definitely come up with more jokes and write them out in a next letter for you. I miss you to little sis, you don't know how much. I miss all of you guys, really can't wait for the day we get to see each other again. Take care guys.

                                                              Much Love, Sokka.

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Hey, so sorry I haven't replied back in awhile. Things have happened that I don't want to write out. Maybe when we can see each other face to face some time and talk all about it. For now I've got some big news to tell ya, so I might have gotten myself a boyfriend and to give you more context here I knew him since my first girl days and ever since. And to admit things here, we have done stuff not full on sex stuff but stuff and I'd like to know how I could prevent getting pregnant I guess? I know I haven't gotten my period like girls but I'd still like to be cautious if it were to be possible. Please help, Suki.

                                                         Ever grateful, Sokka.

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After checking over the letters and seeing everything sorted did he envelope them and tie them into a bundle to send out as soon as he could. It was hours later when he was he was in covers snuggled up that he felt another body climb in and being pulled into strong arms. He grabbed onto to the arm and settled into deep slumber, comforted by the hold onto him.

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Chapter 12: Going Out

Zuko and Iroh are having a conversation over Miyuki's wellbeing. Either one not wanting to put pressure on her opening up about what's happened. It's been two weeks since she's been hold up in their tea shop, she spends most of her time in zuko's room occasionally coming out and helping in the kitchens or with customers. Sokka's moved around more often in the past three days, talking and serving some of the patrons that regularly came in.

"I've got the rest of her clothes and paid for her room at the inn, I'm not sure if she'd like to go back but just in case." Zuko shrugged at his uncle with a bag of clothes in his hand. Neither of them we're going to force her out but if she felt like going back they wouldn't stop her either.

Iroh agreed with his nephew, "That's fine, I won't pressure the child to make any decisions right now. We must wait until she is ready and comfortable with what she decides next. The poor girl has been through something quite traumatic and I wish I could take that experience away." Iroh was solemn discussing Miyuki's well-being. "Have you found the rest of the groups trafficking ring?"

"Yes, and there's at least five different rings, they all work together." His nephew informed.

"No doubt all higher-ups. We'll have to do this meticulously or send a message but sending a message might just put them into hiding, it wouldn't stop us but it would take much longer. I'll talk to some people for help and see if we can get them all in one go. We'll talk more about this after I ask around, go and tend to Miyuki." Iroh left Zuko to go up the stairs as he went to open up the shop.

Sokka felt much better staying with Zuko and his uncle. He's been helping in the kitchen, with customers or getting deliveries with Zuko. It kept his mind occupied. At least once everyday he relives what happened to him in that alley, he can't forget their touches, smells, voices, his fear, his weakness and shame. The daily routine with the other two men has helped his mindset a lot, he likes that Iroh taught him how to tend to his mini garden and Zuko teaching him meditations, still his least favorite thing to do but having Zuko bothering him everyday on repeat for it helps. They don't have him stay stuck in his head or hiding in zuko's room often but when his bad days happen they also leave him in peace. Sokka loves the fact that the two can read him so well. He hasn't felt comfortable going outside just yet so he's thankful they haven't pressured him about it. He knows he's lost his job already but he doesn't care at this point. His thoughts are interrupted when he hears footsteps and a knock followed by Zuko slowly cracking the door open.

"Can I come in?" He hears Zuko's rough voice and answers with a grunt that Zuko interprets as a go ahead.

"Hey, I've brought the rest of your clothes. Also paid for your room at the inn if you ever decide to go back, not that you have to of course." Zuko said nervously, not sure if he overstepped bounds or seeming like he's forced her to make a decision.

"Thanks for that, I appreciate it really." And he was really, they didn't have to but they did and he's completely changed his mind about them, they we're good people if maybe misguided at times. "Is uncle opening up now? I'll get dressed and help." He took the bag from Zuko's hand and started sorting through the few clothes he had. He already had some clothes in a small chest of drawers near the corner of the room next to Zuko's own. Zuko left him to change privately no doubt already going to help his uncle. After getting dressed and a quick wash to his face did he made the trek downstairs ready to put on a smile and greet everyone.

Making it to the kitchen, he went straight to Iroh to ask about his duties. "Old man, what can I do today?"

Iroh turned from his nephew to the young miss to explain their tasks for the morning. "I'll have you take orders from the customers as Zuko serves them and you'll be having separate breaks today. Oh and Miyuki you've officially got a uniform, it's not here yet but the order I've made should come in soon." He expressed happily.

Sokka couldn't believe it, he felt like crying then and there. Feeling such care and warmth from people other than his family and friends was unbelievable. It made him miss his own little family.

"Thank you, I can't wait til it comes in but I better not look as dorky in it as Lee does." He joked, from the grin he got back he was sure Iroh was glad that he managed that joke. He's noticed himself, the sad looks he's gotten from the two ever since his attack. He shook off the sadness before it could take over and grabbed a notepad and pencil walking to the nearest table to start his orders.

Things were getting busy as time went by and Sokka loved it, the noise and smells of the shop was a great distraction. He loved talking to the people coming in, his favorites were the old ladies and young women gossiping, he'd sometimes join them at the table to hear all the juicy details, he gets scolded often by Zuko but Iroh would just laugh it off and let him have his fun. The customers themselves loved it. Sokka would talk to the older men about fishing techniques, he'd show tricks to the young kids that parents liked and approved of and he'd get the latest news from teen girls. It was his favorite pastime to rub in Zuko's face how much the customers loved him more. The activity throughout the day was good for him, some days he couldn't bare it but the times when he could enjoy the day was always welcomed.

When his lunch break came around he took advantage of Zuko going on a supply run as he himself went upstairs to get his journal. He spent the time on theories and more research. He wished he had his other journals, he liked keeping things organized, each having its own subject and color coded notes but he'll just have to make do and organize later. He jotted everything down, about his incident, his new daily routines and how his mindset had changed about the two fire benders. He kept his journal hidden in his pouch and knew Zuko respected his privacy to never look through it. Sokka spent most of his time in Zuko's room and wrote how they spent a lot of time together, how they opened up more to each other when they both felt they could.

Taking advantage of his alone time also had him write his letters to the gaang and Suki, he just hasn't been able to send them out yet still afraid of going out and also risking the chance of Zuko noticing them so he just left them in his pouch to send later. He doesn't mention what's happened to him to either party, just briefly informs them about his days and mentioning how he's made a friend, who he gets along with really well as well as their uncle. He's not fibbing perse, he'll come clean about everything when he feels the time is right. He finished up his entry, wiping the crumbs from his lunch off the journal placing it back in his pouch underneath a pile of clothes.

Sokka went back downstairs noticing less customers coming in, usually they have people in and out after lunch.

He goes up to Iroh to question him.

"Is it a slow day Iroh?" He asked curiously.

"No, everyone's getting ready to watch the play that's in town, it's their last day in town." The elder explains, "we'll be closing shop early so you can just start cleaning up and have a nice half day off." Iroh suggested as he cleaned up the kitchens.

"Okay, I'll clean the front then head for a bath afterwards." After he finished wiping everything down, sweeping and moping did he go back upstairs to the washroom.

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Zuko came back with deliveries in his hands noticing just his uncle eating at a table. He assumed Miyuki was upstairs then.

"You already made dinner?" He asked his uncle as he started putting items away since it was still bit early.

"Yes, I thought it would take longer since it's a dish I've never made before. You can have some and let Miyuki know if she'd like any after she gets out the washroom." He said.

Zuko took the offer to eat first and let Miyuki know later. After they ate he agreed to play pai sho with his uncle. It'd been awhile playing since Miyuki hadn't come down yet, he figured he'd check on her after another loss to his uncle. He got upstairs walking towards the washroom, knocking at the door waiting for a response. Nothing came so he listened quietly until he heard sobbing. He quickly opened the door to hot moisture and steam blurring his vision. Once his vision adjusted did he see Miyuki curled in on herself with bright red and pink splotches on her skin. Getting closer he saw scratch marks that bled on her arms and legs, she was unaware of him as he crouched to her, body shaking with her head on her knees. He stopped the water and grabbed a towel to wrap around her hot skin. Unfortunately this wasn't the first incident, when he first discovered her like this and asked why, she simply told him it was punishment for being so weak. He understood self punishment but it still hurt to witness and he did his best to prevent it but he also didn't want to make her feel trapped or controlled or as if she should be treated like broken glass, needing to watch her every move. So he did what he could at times like this while never trying to shame her when he helped her at her most vulnerable. They walked together to his room while he set her down with the towel covering her appropriately as he got bandages and a salve for her wounds. After getting the needed supplies he came back to her already dressed andsitting on the floor. He crouched in front of her as he quietly and gently as possible wrapped her arms and legs. Once finished, he walked behind her to comb her hair, talking to her softly.

"It's time you go out." He felt Miyuki go stock still at his words, "not alone, we'll go with you anywhere and everywhere you want us to. I want you to feel back in control of yourself, you're letting them win by controlling your daily life. They can't get to you anymore. I'm keeping them prisoner somewhere until I can get all the people involved and taking them all down, it's just gonna take some time." He informed her, he truly didn't want her living in fear and maybe by giving this information she'll feel safer and maybe a bit comforted at this.

Sokka turned to Zuko slowly, knowing he'd absolutely hate giving those men more power over him.

"Can you take me to where those men are?" He asked, voice shaky.

"No." He knew what Miyuki wanted but didn't like the idea of her dirtying her hands with those filth or seeing the side of him where he let out his anger on those men. He left them beaten and broken, their wounds getting infected while only visiting to give them scraps of bread and splashing water on them to get all the needed information from everyone they worked for and every single property they owned. He was going to let them die even with or without the information, he'd find another way. He didn't want her to see that disgusting, monstrous side of him or have her getting consumed by her own revenge like himself. It was a horrible, all-consuming hollow path to go down.

Sokka understood Zuko's reluctance to tell him, hell he didn't think he was really ready to face those monsters, doesn't even know why he bothered asking. He never wanted to see them again just wanted it to all go away and be in denial forever.

"Thank you for taking care of them." Sokka didn't know quite exactly how Zuko took care of them and couldn't care less, it meant he could hide in his own bubble. He trusted Zuko keeping him safe, he tried not to leave him alone to his own devices that he greatly appreciated from the other teen boy. Sokka's pretty sure he would've lot his shit more if it wasn't for Zuko and his uncle watching out for him. Maybe it was time to get out, not be so afraid and controlled by someone not here anymore, as long as he wasn't alone though. Zuko hasn't left him, he's been there through his nightmares, sleepless nights, when he's been a zombie or hurting himself and Zuko never shames him for it just always stops his borderline mania from hitting a boiling point and whispers comforting words with a tight hold.

"Okay, I'll try." He agreed.

Zuko gave a small smile, glad that he could encourage this next step with her. "Let's watch that play we've been meaning to."

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The three came out of the play in good spirits. Sokka came out feeling a lot better, happy that he could enjoy a play, food and a crowded place. He looked to Zuko who was listening to his uncle talk about the play, the jerk looked so uninterested but he knew Zuko was listening intently even if it didn't look like it, guess that's why a lot of people misjudge him. Sokka was enjoying the night air in what felt like forever, he liked having this control back. When they get back to Zuko's room, he'd like to discuss more training, he was ready to face the world again and become stronger, braver.

When the two teens were back in the room Sokka watched as Zuko got ready for his mediation and followed suit with what became their nightly routine. When the two finally got done and ready for bed did Sokka bring up his idea.

He looked over to Zuko and asked, "I'd like to get back to training and start practicing along with uncle also." He suggested over to Zuko who looked back to him silently, seeming to contemplate his suggestion.

"We could do that, uncle and I can even attack you at the same time to help with multiple people surrounding you." Zuko was already thinking up strategies for the next training session, there were so many moves, combos, holds and reverse holds you could do and that was without any bending which Miyuki will have to learn later as a non-bender herself. "Uncle will also have a lot more teachings to offer, it'd be good to have his input when we fight."

"Haha, I'm excited for the plans you're firing up there in that head of yours." Sokka expressed as he poked Zuko's forehead.

He had to admit he liked when Zuko scrunched his eyebrows when he concentrated. The fire bender was handsome when he really gave the guy a good look over, Sokka could admit that... not really outwardly to anyone else but arrgh actually maybe this is something he could discuss with Suki, with his weird forming feelings when it came to being around Zuko. Sleeping next to Zuko was something else entirely, they ended up on top of each other, far away and not even near touching or one of them holding the other, Sokka's even had a few awkward times with Zuko's ehem  manhood pressed to his ass and sometimes he couldn't even lie to himself how nice that actually felt. He thought he was crazy for finding it arousing and even comforting at times especially with what happened to him just two weeks ago. Was that normal? Was that okay? Sometimes he hated himself for feeling aroused, like some kind of disgusting shameful pervert. Why would that be okay, right? He tired of hating himself, tired of the phantom touches he gets thinking of those scumbags. He was sick of pulling on his hair painfully, scratching at himself and just overall causing himself pain remembering back to that night, it's like hurting himself kept him distracted from trying relive or prevent any flashbacks from then, he knew he needed healthier outlets. Now he was headed into bad thoughts central, which screw that, he needed comfort. Asap. If whatever he felt with Zuko was comforting enough, he would take that over being disgusted with himself and his stupid painful memories.

"Hey, I need cuddles." He demanded as he turned onto his side. He watched as Zuko closed whatever book he was reading and putting it off to the side. Sokka couldn't help the smile that spread across his face when Zuko faced him and opened up his arms. He wasted no time snuggling into the fire benders arms, he welcomed Zuko's scent and cozy yet comforting strong hold. He sighed in relief being molded into the other's body, he could feel the bit of scruff Zuko had growing on his chin, heated skin that was warmer than his own and he craved it all. It was such an unexplainable feeling he got, like his insides wanted to burst or express something but he couldn't with words or actions but it was there wanting release but also not knowing where to go, he hated not knowing how to pinpoint it but also loved the feeling strangely enough.

Anyways, there's no way his manly pride would admit that he liked being the little spoon. But whatever, his thoughts were only for him so he was going to enjoy the safety he felt in the other teens arms. He was also going to enjoy the blush he got from Zuko everytime he squeezed and rubbed his body against his own, it was purely fun entertainment. Maybe Sokka could even talk Zuko into being more intimate with each other, he's been curious about what kind of exploring they could do to one another. He'd taken care of himself in the washroom whenever he became aroused but his womanhood would still be achy and pulsing, wanting something to fill his insides, he explored with his fingers getting use to something inside but never feeling enough to grip onto or ever quite reaching what his body ached for. Sokka so planned to talk about this and hopefully it's accepted well but for now he'll wait and enjoy the comforting embrace while listening to Zuko's breathing as it lulled him to sleep.

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Chapter 11 Attacked

A/N:Trigger warning: sexual assault, violence

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Sokka woke up feeling relaxed and ready for the day. He'd like to just enjoy the day and sleep in but also wanted to visit Zuko before work. Since it was still early he sat down with his breakfast and got out his letters to read.

"We're glad to hear you're getting along with everyone and staying busy. We miss you Sokka, it sucks that you'll be working longer but we can't wait to see you when we can. Toph says she'd like to know about how your training is going while Aang misses goofing off and making jokes with you. And I miss my big brother as hard as that is for you to believe. I love that you're finally understanding women more, that's a big step for you to acknowledge and you better keep that up, hah. I hope you're taking care of yourself to. Love from all us."

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"Hiya Sokka! You better be careful, sometimes they're dangerous people who go to far messing with women. I know first hand how mean girls can be but hey can't make everyone like you so you minding your own business is just fine. I'm doing good on my side just bit of the same old same old maybe a trip to see you is just what I need to cure my bit of boredom. Definitely look into spirits, I really think that's the answer to your mess. Oh, the second letter I enclosed along with this one is of the anatomy diagram you asked for. I hope it helps! Let me know in your next letter. Best of luck to ya."

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Sokka gave the diagram a quick scan, he's definitely gonna take a better look and write down notes maybe even take up Zuko's advice and write a book to start educating people.

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Sokka was glad to have kidnapped Zuko on his day off. They were both at the library together with each their own books, he liked watching how serious the fire prince looked reading.

"Pssst, Lee. Could you teach me more about the fire nation?" Sokka knew they had to be quiet since Zuko was quite paranoid but he genuinely wanted to get to know the other teen better, it probably wasn't the most ideal place for this conversation but there isn't really ever a right time or place when he wanted to talk seriously.

"Why do you wanna know?" Zuko furrowed his brows not getting why Miyuki brought up the fire nation out of the blue.

"We'll, I've never been to the fire nation so I'm curious but we don't have to talk about anything that makes you uncomfortable just.. tell me about food places you like or the festivals you celebrate from back home."

"Okay, let me just find a book real quickly." Sokka watched as Zuko scanned the library until he found a book and walked back towards their table. Zuko was turning pages when he turned the book around and pushed it towards him. He then went on tell him about the fire nations story, how the school system was setup, the locations of various markets to try out, what festivals they had and represent and what foods they served at said festivals. Sokka took in all the information enthusiastically, he also likes seeing a happy Zuko explain all the things he loved about his home and when his uncle would sneak a young Zuko out to have fun.

"It was my favorite sport that uncle got me in- hey are you listening?" Zuko asked nervously not sure if he lost Miyuki at some point and didn't notice.

Sokka loved the blush that crept on zuko's cheeks, "heh no, I just liked seeing you talking about something that puts a smile on your face." And he wasn't lying, this was a whole new part of Zuko expressing himself and there was so much to him that he wanted to know them all.

"Oh, I was worried I bored you there. Maybe I'll tell you more another time since you gotta head to work now."

"Would like that a lot, hey you wanna walk me to work?" Questioned Sokka.

"Sure." Zuko agreed.

"Let me just grab a book then we can head out." He scanned the rows until he found one called, 'Spirits and their Legends' it seemed pretty helpful.

The two walked out the library passing the lively streets of the city. They watched on as kids played around, an older couple fighting, and shoppers haggling with vendors. The silence was comfortable between them and Sokka had a strange urge to get even closer to Zuko's side.

"So, tell me more about yourself to." Zuko likes that Miyuki asks about himself be he'd also like to know more about her to.

"Mmm, well I learned how to fish at a young age. I sadly grew up to fast, hah in some ways anyway. I mean I had to grow up fast when my mom had died and my father left for the war so I just had my grandma whose quite fragile so I kinda had to teach myself things early on and I never asked anyone for help so it was especially harder." Sokka felt bad to omit quite a bit but he knew his current situation was tough to work around. "I did have fun though, goofed around and lazed about often. I had so many adventures traveling here even if it was by sad means, being driven from my home but I guess you gotta keep strong and find the happy moments or even create them." He looked to Zuko, he never talked like this, not to anyone.

"How were your adventures?" Zuko asked curiously.

"Fun, crazy, dangerous, beautiful and new, it was full of so many things. I want to keep traveling and just pack everything I can learn and see into my head. I got to meet so many people, I keep a journal of everything and everyone I came across, there's so many creatures I wrote about even. Sorry, rambling again. " He apologized.

"I like when you talk like that, it's nice seeing you get so excited and going on tangents or rambles." Zuko grinned down at Miyuki genuinely enjoying everything she had to say.

Sokka slowed down nearing his job and turned to Zuko, "Thanks for walking me and letting me talk your ear off."

"I like our talks especially when you do most of it since I don't talk much. I never really know what to talk about." He admitted.

"That's okay, I get it. Also did you want to try watching the play that starts in two weeks? I forgot what it's about but I heard it's got lots of action."

"Yeah, I heard it's going to be in town for a week, I'll even let uncle know if he doesn't already."

"Great. Alright, I'll get going now. See you tomorrow for training?"

"Come by around one and I'll also teach you more about maps." Zuko waved Miyuki off as he waited until she got through the door into her job safely before heading home himself.

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Sokka couldn't believe how rude the parents were when they finally got back home. They could have at least told him earlier that they'd be so late, he would've charged them more while at it. Watching five kids on his own was miserable, he had to react to each one differently he swore he had an identity crisis. And now he was miserably walking in the dead of night and it was so quiet, it was the creepy kind of quiet where it was to dark and to silent. He was walking when he heard fast footsteps, he didn't have time to react when a figure passed him and snatched his bag running off with it.

He quickly found the guy turning into an alley and caught up enough to push him down grabbing his bag back. Before he could yell at the person on the ground he was grabbed from behind and arms trapped tightly into his sides.

"What a nice catch you got us Kota. The boss will definitely be pleased with us and give us tons of yuan for her."

Sokka did not have a good feeling about this situation. He noticed there was only three guys, the one in front that had already gotten up, one on his right and the other who had a hold of him. The one holding him seemed like the guy running things and guessing by his words he had to get out this fast. He hadn't been trained on fighting multiple fighters so this was gonna be tricky. Being limited on time he hoped his planned work fast enough for him to get away.

He stepped on the bigger one holding him and took advantage of being released to push the one on his left into the brick wall and running up the wall himself gripping the corner edge. Before he could pull himself over he felt his ankle being grabbed and the pain of his cheek hitting the concrete edge then falling hard to the floor knocking the air out of him. Before he recovered he felt a punch to his face and one of the men holding him down as he felt another pair of hands holding his legs. All he could do was shake violently and before he could scream he felt hands pressing over his mouth painfully.

"I love when they struggle. I don't think the people we'll be selling you to will mind if I try the goods first, they'll be getting plenty of use from you anyways. At least this way I won't have to pay myself." The disgusting man above him said.

Sokka could only scream in his head for anyone to save him. He felt tears leaking from his eyes as he felt a hand grope his chest and the other sliding up the dress he wore pulling on his underwear. He tried to struggle hard out the men's hold but it was proving fruitless, he was going to be violated. He strained his voice to spill from the man's hands but they were only muffled, all he could hear was their breathing and the rustling of clothes. No one was gonna come by this late or head into a suspicious alley with only a few conspicuous sounds. All he could do was stare up into the night sky as he tried to will his mind away from what was going on when a fast shadow came down fast towards him. It all happened so fast, seeing the butt of a sword hit the temple of the man on top of him and a spray of blood hitting his face and neck when he took notice of the masked man slashing a cut across the one who held his mouth shut. The one at his legs reacted slowly getting flames to the face and screaming his head off before being punched and knocked out. Sokka watched in stunned silence as the masked figure tied up his attackers.

He felt no danger from the man offering his hand, he was going to take it when he noticed his underwear around his ankles. He shut his eyes shamefully pulling them up before looking at the figure above him. He slowly took the hand noting no ill intent.

"Let me take you home." The blue masked figure offered.

Sokka shook his head vigorously in, "no, no please t-take me to the Jasmine Dragon's tea shop, i-its closer anyways."

Zuko who was behind the mask knew that wasn't true but would follow Miyuki's wishes. Zuko wanted to do nothing more than to kill these men now but he needed to keep them for information so he could go after the trafficking ring he discovered few months back.

The two made their walk silently  before stopping in front of the tea shops door.

Sokka faced the other man and thanked him, he watched as the other nodded in return and waited until the masked man jumped onto the roof before furiously knocking on the door, he didn't noticed how his knuckles had bled from his frantic knocking.

Iroh opened the door shocked at what he saw and saddened when he took in the appearance of Zuko's friend.

"Can I come in?" Sokka asked in a small cracked voice, his composure breaking.

"Yes." Iroh moved to the side as he watched Miyuki head upstairs, "his room is the first door to the left." He saw her nod hearing him. All he could do was worry until he got answers from Zuko later.

Sokka found himself opening Zuko's door and once inside with his back against the door did he finally break down. He was shaking and breathing so hard to keep from screaming, he couldn't scream like this not when neighbors were nearby or Zuko's uncle next door but it's all he wanted to do right at this moment. Next thing he knew he was wrapped up in arms, he knew this scent. He gripped onto Zuko tight and muffled his cries into Zuko's neck, he couldn't even think straight that he bit between the fire prince's neck and shoulder as he screamed and cried hard digging his nails into Zuko's back.

Zuko rocked Miyuki in his arms, he didn't care about the little pain she dealt him he knew her pain was a lot worse and he'd rather her hurt him than herself. When he heard Miyuki's cries stop did he move her to get a better look. She looked so out of it, he noticed the blood and torn clothes.

"Let me get you a cloth and some clothes." He went to get up when he felt her hand holding his arm, he sensed that she didn't want him to leave. "Let's go to the bathroom and I'll clean you up there." They went into the bathroom where he cleaned her face, neck and knuckles from the blood that splattered when he slashed one of the men. He wished he could take away the violent scene he caused her and just her whole experience entirely.

Going back to his room, he rummaged through his shelves for clothes and passing them to her as he turned around giving her privacy.

"Can you burn these later?" Zuko turned as she spoke and could only clench his fists in anger not knowing what more he could do for her.

"Of course." But whatever it is he could offer he will.

"I'm tired Zuko, I'd like to go to bed." He reached Zuko's hand and Zuko followed her lead. Zuko could only cry silently himself as he heard Miyuki's own cries and shaking body as he held her. He never felt so powerless as this. He held her until they both fell asleep.

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Ch.10 A Day Without Zuko

a/n:Warning: smut

Hi, Gaang! The construction is going to take another six months but it's coming along nicely. I've met a lot of people and they're all use to me being around, they've helped me as well so it's been great knowing everyone and being a regular here. I learned things down here doing laundry, cooking and I'm always doing my training of course, gotta stay sharp you know! Katara, I'll never underestimate women ever again. I've seen first hand how hard it is for girls to be taken seriously or respected, its brutal and outrageous. Let me know how you  guys are doing by the way, its taking a long time to see you guys again and I wish I could be over there helping you but as long as I know you guys are okay, I don't mind staying longer to help out over here so just take care of yourselves .

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Suki its so hard being a girl. So many creepy guys hit on you or don't think you can do a job on your own, its annoying. Then they're the girls who starts fight with each other or looking at you with disgust and pure hate, you just can't win with anyone when I'm just trying to mind my own business here. Anyways I'm working different jobs here, still searching on how to turn back when I can, mostly stuck at the library with no answers and just crossing things off that don't make sense with my situation. I'll probably have to look into some spirits like you mentioned before. Oh and what could really help me is if you can tell me different parts of my body and what it does? Maybe even draw me a diagram as a reference please and thank you, so sorry for this uncomfortable favor. I'll keep my head up and keep trying to work this out. Hope you're doing fine on your side, write me whenever you have the time, take care.

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Sokka mailed off the letters deciding to use his free time before work to put up the posters he made earlier of Appa around Ba Sing Se. He just wanted to do his part in helping out the gaang however he could. It took about twenty-five minutes to get all the posters everywhere before taking a snack break. After a small meal he headed to his new job.

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Sokka came into the Jasmine Dragon exhausted and ready to vent at Zuko but caught Iroh instead by himself in the kitchens.

"Hey uncle, where's Lee?" he asked curiously looking for the scarred teen.

"Ah, my nephew went on an errand getting new tea sets and tea." Iroh expertly lied.

Sokka couldn't help being suspicious since it was late to be getting stuff at this hour but he also didn't know how businesses do there whole delivery system so he'd just question Zuko later and see if their story matches up.

"Guess I'll just have to settle with talking your ear off old man." He grinned to the elder.

Iroh grinned back, "Well you know this old man is a big talker so go right ahead." He waited curiously knowing the young girls story will be interesting from the conversations he's overheard from her and his nephew.

"I just can't seem to find a job that I enjoy or liked to stick with. This is already my seventh job and I want a new one already but I'm limited to jobs because of stupid men not thinking I'm capable or not deeming the workplace fit for women. On the other hand I can't be too picky either because I have living expenses and don't want to come off as unreliable from switching jobs so much, I'd like to find my calling and enjoy a job I'm passionate about. I have skills but they can't be utilized because dumb men don't want to hear opinions from women. I know how to fish, somewhat fight, I'm good at planning, being a strategist, fast learner, strong, learning how to take charge and great with organizing and planning. I've just got all these good ideas and things to invent but no one wants to hear me out or to take me seriously." Sokka was frustrated with these types of problems, he realizes what a complete jerk he's been himself towards his sister and other girls but he's definitely gonna try being a better person seeing all the efforts they put in but don't get the same efforts back.

"What do you think uncle? Am I asking for too much?" He asked.

Iroh stroked his beard, "Let me get us some tea." He then left the young girls side to prepare the tea he had in mind.

Sokka could only lift his brow at the old man, watching impatiently as he took his sweet old time with the tea.

"Now it's not bad trying out different things to find what you're good or passionate about but I do see where it'll be difficult since most people are set in their ways and not wanting change. You are young and strong-willed, I believe you have the courage and strength within to make these changes possible no matter how slow the progress may be so long as you do not give up." Iroh really believed in his words about Miyuki, she was quite stubborn and willing to tell people off for any injustice she felt towards herself or others. It's why he's liked her so much near his nephew.

Sokka really thought about the uncle's wise words, it seemed so simple hearing it out like that. All it takes is small steps and he knew he wasn't one to give up....well, maybe only when things are really looking bad. In all honesty Sokka was sure he could keep up and handle being a girl a bit longer even though he'd really like his body back but he's gotta do what he can to live comfortably as is for now. It may not to be as freely as when he was a boy but he could handle putting some rude men and or women in there places if need be.

"Thanks for the pep talk geezer, that actually helps clear my mind, guess I just needed someone's perspective on stuff." He was happy talking with Zuko's uncle, it really helped him get things off his chest and feel heard. Normally these would be talks with Zuko but the jerk bender just had to be off on an errand.

"I'm gonna take off now, can you let Lee know I stopped by?" He asked.

"I'll let him know. I'm glad you drag him along places, thank you." Iroh was really grateful towards Miyuki always taking his nephew out, she brings more life into him he noticed.

Sokka waved off the old man as he left the tea shop. The sun was down and already the streets were lit. It was a nice, calming walk with the light buzz of late night activities. He really did enjoy the weather here in Ba Sing Se instead of being in layers, he had loose pants with a dark green tunic. As he kept walking he noticed off to the side a wanted poster that caught his eye, he walked over seeing a vaguely familiar mask but not really remembering, scanning the words he mumbled to himself, "Blue Spirit wanted blah blah may be a ghost? uh..Kidnapped Avatar, hmmm... feels like something I should know." The poster piqued his interest for a short while before he shrugged it off as no importance to him and went his merry way towards the inn.

Back at the inn Sokka felt like a nice hot bath would be perfect to relax at the end of the day. He went straight for the bathroom as he got back in his room, did some cleaning around the room as he waited for the tub to fill. He still felt awkward with his body but today he felt sure to do some more exploring.

The warmth of the water relaxed him to the bones, it felt like such bliss to feel the nice heat incase his whole body. He splashed around a bit making ripples in the water. This was the first time he took a bath with his eyes opened, he tried to avoid washing for two to three days and when he did it was only a quick rub down and rinse with eyes closed the entire time. But now? Now he watched himself as he slowly moved his hands on his new girlish thighs, he could feel hairs along the way, they were actually quite long, he knew Katara and Suki kept they're legs smooth but not how and now there's another embarrassing question to ask Suki later.

He tried again groping his chest just going for it, squeezing and moving them in all directions, it didn't really feel much to him still. He just kinda bounced them but couldn't feel anything sexual, he was sure if he had a girl in front of him and not his own body that it would be more exciting. Going a bit more down, he played with his soft little plump of a stomach, he definitely missed his flat stomach that he was working so hard on for nice abs. Eyes scanning further, he thought his feet were kinda cute not to say he checked out feet but he totally lucked out in cute feet as a girl.

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Now for the part he was anxious to explore more thoroughly. With a deep breath he ran his hand down feeling the dark course hairs covering his newly made vagina. He split the wet hairs just twirling them and rubbing between his fingers just curious at how they felt and looked. They felt much the same as his so no difference there...well besides the obvious missing usual protrusion. It was kind of fun playing with it and sorta felt good to. Closing his eyes he slipped a finger in his folds noticing it wasn't as wet as the other times he felt awkwardly aroused as Suki embarrassingly explained through letters. Sokka rubbed at the nub he felt and added pressure realizing the pleasure it caused, he pressed down harder rubbing slow circles. As he rubbed himself he could feel his wetness making the pleasure easier. After feeling the fun sensation for a bit he then lowered his fingers again feeling a dip into a small hole, it felt tight but once he tried to dip his finger in he flinched from the dry pain he felt. "Okay, that definitely didn't feel nice." It was actually quite scary he thought, he waited til his body relaxed once again before foregoing that area and sticking with the pleasure he got from the small bud up top. He didn't think of much besides building the pressure towards this nice pleasure he felt, it was like a nice slow yet intense build up to an amazing uncontained burst. He couldn't stop himself from speeding up his fingers and thrusting his hips slightly to catch that release, his fingers were aching with the pleasure that was sure to come. It felt completely different from his own body but totally awesome still. His hand was cramping, he could hear the splashes in the water but all he cared about was that sweet peak and nothing else, he was so close, so close.

"Ah, ah right there. " Sokka let out his moans as he felt his hips shake and hand move faster finally falling into an amazing orgasm. He had to catch his breath and remove his hand gently now feeling the unpleasant cramping. "Oh that was different but so so amazing." He tilted his head back enjoying how relaxed he felt and finishing up in the bath. He emptied the tub and rinsed once more getting out on slightly shaky legs.

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He was back in his room relaxed and feeling good. He did feel kinda weird about the whole self pleasure with the new body of his but it was great once trying it. Before heading to bed, he did some light combinations of kicks and arm movements along with some breathing techniques he's learned form Zuko. He started doing them every night and morning as Zuko suggested, 'dang, that violent jerk is actually giving him good habits to learn from.' he realized. Everytime he tried to repeat how dangerous and horrible Zuko is it just gets overruled  by the Zuko he's been getting to know now. And that's how the tanned teen slept, with thoughts overflowing with prince Zuko.

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Ch.9 In Bed With the Fire Prince

Sokka was at the library frustrated with books upon books not giving him any answers about curses or body swapping of any kind. It's been about four months with this new life and still stuck with no answers, no contact with his sister or the gaang and being really freaking lonely. The research hasn't been exactly helpful getting back to his old life, it's been discouraging at every turn. Getting fed up and wanting to forget the failures of his current situation, he instead thought about his night with Zuko.

~flashback~

Sokka stood still waiting for Zuko to make his move.

Zuko couldn't understand what Miyuki was meaning by those words. 'what was she planning? am I suppose to go along with her?' Zuko looked to her, trying to read her face, she had such an open but worried look. It felt like he could tell her everything which made him want to cry or scream in frustration right then and there.

Sokka saw how hesitant the teen was but he just couldn't leave the guy alone after witnessing how emotional it was back at the poetry session. He knew Zuko was hurting and confused, he's gotta stop him from turning into something they both don't want to see happen. Sokka grasped Zuko's hand hoping to transfer some bit of strength to him. He'd have to drag  Zuko himself.

"Come on Zuko, let's go inside." Sokka dragged Zuko through the inn to his small room. His room was bit of a mess, rumpled bed, bit of clothes, books and notebooks around the floor.

"Sit down over here," He guided the other boy to a small table in the middle of his room.  While Zuko sat silently he went and started to get tea ready.

"You're uncle gave me some spiced tea, I don't like it much so hopefully you'll appreciate it better."  he offered the silent teen.

"I'm fine with that." Zuko took the tea graciously, thankful to have something to do with his hands.

Sokka took a seat himself with some milk and cabbage cookies that he got from the cabbage merchant earlier this morning. He munched quietly on the cookies while patiently watching Zuko, he knew he had to be the one to make him talk but it was still weird to do it.

"So about that poem earlier today.. I know I'm dense but I can read between the line sometimes ya know? It seemed as if you're trapped somehow, could you tell me about that?" He hoped he wasn't pushing too much, he didn't want to upset the other teen and lose the somewhat casual friendship they had if he was honest with himself.

"I hate myself." Zuko admitted shamefully.

"Zu- uh." 'Oh no I slipped up,'  "You uh..Lee, no you don't mea-"  he blundered off uncertainly.

"I hate myself for being a failure, for being weak, not having a normal loving family, I hate not being able to understand people and I hate being a coward even more. I'm scared of what I've done, what I'm becoming and what I'll do just for my father's approval. I'm here now hiding, playing pretend when I have responsibilities to uphold. I just can't keep running away. My past isn't okay, my family is cruel, heck my own sister is out there right now trying to have mine and uncle's neck for crying out loud." Zuko sighed looking up to the ceiling before admitting to  Miyuki who he finally was. "Miyuki, I'm the Fire Prince, Zuko." He was afraid to look at her but he had to before going any further revealing the rest of his secrets if he could trust her.

Sokka was shocked, he didn't think Zuko would ever actually reveal himself.

" Go on." sokka encouraged, he was curious on how this conversation was going to go.

Zuko went on not noticing any hostility or fear coming from her.

"I'm sorry for what I've done and what my nation has done to you and everyone. I didn't know any better and had to much hate in my heart at the time and I hate myself everyday for it. I guess I should start with when I was younger, I was softhearted then I guess you could say and was one of the reasons my father saw me as weak not being able to pick up fire bending as quickly or well as my sister, always being babied by mother and uncle. I was always scared and anxious around my intimidating father, one night my loving mother left us and til this day I believe he had something to do with it. I did nothing right in my father's or sister's eyes yet I still wanted to prove them wrong and be a part of them, for once having me father proud of me. He punished and banished me when I spoke against him unknowingly. He's had me on a mission for three annoying years and I'm sick of it yet I can't get away from of it. This has honestly been the only freedom I've ever felt and I know it's going to be taken away from me sooner or later."

Sokka watched as Zuko silently bowed his head and cried.

"I-I," Zuko's voice cracked and Sokka's heart broke. "I'll never be proud of myself, I'm a disgrace, I hate everything, I'm always so angry, can never control myself, scare everyone with my disgusting scar or ugly personality. I can never open up because it's weak and shameful, my uncle has tried so hard but I have to be strong, I have to do it on my own, I can't be helpless, can't rely on anyone, I'll get taken advantage of if I let my guard down, no one wants me for me, they get angry if I show the slightest emotion that isn't expected of a fire prince! Why can't I show my pain to!? I've been stabbed in the back and left in the dark and now I'm stuck in this stupid place like a coward!" Zuko yelled clutching his shirt tightly crying shamefully in front of Miyuki.

Sokka grabbed Zuko, pulling him close to his body. "Let it out, I've got you now," he whispered soothingly to Zuko. Sokka comforted him until his crying  slowly subsided, he then silently walked them to the bed. He raised his hands to Zuko's chest indicating he wanted to take off his outerwear, Sokka waited until he got a silent nod from Zuko and proceeded to have him in just his night shirt and bottoms and guided him into the bed pulling the covers over him while he went and got his own night clothes changing in his bathroom. Sokka crawled silently into the bed feeling Zuko stiffen, he sighed, "come here." he said as he turned Zuko around to face him, he pushed Zuko into his chest and stroked his hair remembering how his own mom use to comfort him like this whenever he cried or just wanted to be close to her. He felt as Zuko slowly wrapped his arms around his body and squeezed him tighter running his fingers through his hair and scraping his short nails along his neck until the fire prince fell asleep in his arms. Sokka couldn't even imagine all the hardships that happened to Zuko, he felt guilty about all the things he once said about the guy, he really wished he had he answers for Zuko but admitting everything now would just push him further away and losing his trust completely and proving to the other boy he couldn't trust anyone. 'how did things get so complicated? you weren't suppose to be such a complicated, good and misunderstood guy.' he thought to himself snuggling deeper into the heat of the other boys body falling asleep himself.

Sokka woke up to movement beside him, he peeked his eyes open to see Zuko getting dressed in the soft glow of the few candles still lit, it looked like it was only a few hours that they slept. Zuko turned seeing Miyuki awake, smiling gently towards her, he walked back to pull the covers to her neck, "I'll be taking off, get some more sleep."

Sokka couldn't help grinning evilly," hmm, wonder what your uncle is gonna say hearing you come back this late?"

Zuko felt his whole body go hot, "shut up." he just couldn't deal with how Miyuki made him feel sometimes.

"See you later?" Sokka asked him.

"Yeah." Zuko agreed.

~end flashback~

Sokka couldn't comprehend what was happening between him and Zuko but he knew it was going to get a lot more complicated someway or somehow.

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Ch.8 Sokka’s Day With Zuko

Suki that was a lot of scary information to take in but also thanks. It's really tough and terrifying being in a new body, I'll be sure to take care of myself. I'll be going to the library today to see what information I can find. So far being a girl is complicated but I did manage to get a job. My daily life now has been a bit easier to go through but still strange obviously. Sometime I hope to see you in Ba Sing Se maybe even have a weird girl's day out huh? I would like to tell you more about things face to face whenever we get the chance.

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Sorry to hear Appa hasn't popped up yet but I'm sure you guys will find him in no time! Aang I know my sister can be a party pooper but it's up to you and Toph to help her not be such a killjoy while I'm not there. Also Katara I'll have you know I'm working hard and pulling my own weight, have more faith in your brother, you brat. My days are full of work, studying blueprints and really there hasn't been much else, I haven't gotten into any messes which has been great. Oh Toph take care of those two will ya? We all know you're the strongest of us all but don't let that get to your head.

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A  sluggish Sokka came into the Jasmine Dragon dragging himself to the bar stool in front of the kitchens. He sat putting his head down on folded arms while tracking Zuko's every move. Zuko inwardly rolled his eyes seeing Miyuki flopping down in the chair and looking mopey, it's nothing new anymore since she's done this every few weeks now. It's funny and ridiculous in his opinion but he does like listening to her stories and complaints .

"You do know this is the fifth job you've quit?" Zuko mentioned uncaring already use to this routine and habit of hers.

"Okay but look, the damn customer was sexually harassing me and my boss was a jerk not doing anything about it and actually blaming me for being to friendly even though that's the whole part of being a waitress, like excuse me?! Then my boss has the audacity to give me a warning when I slapped the pervert for yelling at me. I couldn't even defend myself so I quit right then and there for good reason!" Sokka really couldn't pinpoint why he felt so comfortable with talking to Zuko about everything that came to his mind, it felt great talking and hanging out with another guy even if he wasn't quite in his own body, it was as if he was seeing Zuko as another great friend to have but he couldn't possibly betray the gaang like that. It was too much to think about when he's seeing different sides of this complex version of Zuko.

"Sorry you had to go through all that, how about we go do some training to get your mind off it?"  Zuko suggested.

Sokka was grateful for Zuko's distractions and willingness to help out a girl, he never takes it easy on him on in their training sessions, always attentive when he gets injuries and never afraid to correct things patiently.

"Yes, perfect! Let's do some ninja style walking on walls that you do." Sokka couldn't help but burst in excitement, one thing he'll say about the fire bender is he's got awesome skills.

The scarred teen scoffed at her, "you mean my scaling abilities to climb buildings with efficiency and speed?" he really couldn't help the incredulous looks he gave her at times.

"Yes that, it's really cool and I want more of that." He put on his big puppy-eyed face that he could to the other boy.

Zuko rolled his eyes but agreed nonetheless, " We can start from the roof and go from there, you're getting better, you're great at scanning structures and knowing which are steady while knowing which footholds and handholds are safe but you still need to work on your grips, speed and getting to know the layout of your surroundings."

With everything planned out the two head to change and to the roof.

"So we'll take an easy straight path to get balanced then we'll quickly change course having to be forced to adapt to different buildings, shifting weight immediately while doing our best without getting hurt along the way."

Sokka bounced and shook himself to get the nerves out, mentally preparing for the challenge. He looked to see Zuko looking determined and ready when he turned to him they nodded to each other and took off.  Jumping a straight path was easy enough for Sokka but he had to anticipate and look ahead to find when he'll have to change course drastically. Zuko tended to leave him behind in speed and taking a different path which left him picking things up on his own but he figured it was a way of Zuko teaching him and seeing how he can do without assistance.  Looking forward he saw the next building was to far a distance to jump so he had to quickly scan so he didn't fall. His eyes caught the side of the building with a canopy then checked the distance to his left seeing the other building having a window ledge up ahead that he can catch if he times it all right. Breathing in a lungful of air did he make the leap sliding down then up in the air and trying to force his weight and angling his body to catch the window in view, he was so grateful for the gloves Zuko handed him earlier, no doubt his hands would have been shredded if he didn't have them on. Taking another breath he swung his leg to the roof and strained his muscles to pull himself up safely.

"That was really good." Zuko nodded his head in approval.

"It totally was, man that felt crazy but exciting." It was scary and great that he could pull that off, it wasn't awesome like Zuko's running on walls and being all fast but he was getting there and he knew he was improving well. " I think I'm okay with that today, I don't want to be sore or get any injuries right now."

"We can end it right here. It's still early out what do you want to do next?"

"How bout we shower, change then head to the poetry session?" Sokka asked.

"Sounds fine, we haven't gone there for a bit between working and training lately." Zuko agreed easily.

"Great, I'll head to the inn while you and uncle get ready and meet me at my place, also tell the old man he needs to get out once in awhile to."

"Ah yes, he'll love that. we'll see you shortly then." Zuko stopped nagging Miyuki teasing his uncle since it seemed his uncle liked it so he just ignored them now.

The three showed up to the poetry session while a young girl of nine was on stage.

'Winter is a great bed

It makes me feel so soft

Winter is cats that make me warm

They make me feel happy inside

Winter is hot cocoa

in bed under covers.

Winter is for your family

They make you feel safe and happy

But most importantly

Winter is holidays.'

The crowd clapped while sharing chuckles.

"That girl was adorable" Iroh commented.

"Haha, I liked how holidays was more important then family in her list." Sokka couldn't stop laughing, enjoying his time.

"Alright whose next up on stage?"

"He is!" Sokka yelled and dragged Zuko to the front and on stage, "good luck." he waved cheerily going back to his seat.

Zuko stood stuck for a bit before puffing out hot air through his nose and speaking.

'Blue is my mask

It's my spirit to fight

My mask helps me hide

It keeps me from wrath

But won't let me forget

When the mask comes off

I must do my rightful duties

Never free

When can I live for me'

The claps startled Sokka and he looked around him, no one even knew the extent of that poem. This confirmed that Zuko was indeed stuck and conflicted but wasn't a lost cause, he needed to put more trust in him. He looked to uncle Iroh and saw the old man in tears, 'he really does care for his nephew, there family must be so complicated,' he thought. He walked up to Zuko grabbing for him and squeezing his arm in comfort.

"That was a good poem, didn't know you had so much stored in ya since you never talk." He tried for a happy lilt, it seemed as if Zuko wasn't really ready for all that to be said.

"I'll leave you young folk alone, I think a nice lady is trying to catch my attention. Nephew take her home safely." Iroh held Zuko's arm tight looking at his nephew with all the sadness and hopefulness in the world before leaving.

Zuko gave a smile down at Miyuki, "Let's get you home."

"You know, you and your uncle have great understanding between each other." He remarked seeing the interaction between the two.

"Sometimes. I've gotten better but there are times when I think what I want is right and uncle tries to stop me but I'm just so stubborn, Well its just complicated anyways." He shrugged.

"We don't have to talk about it but you two seem to be handling things great right now." Sokka felt Zuko's reluctance to open up and didn't bother prying for once, it just doesn't seem right to. Before Sokka could say anything to lighten the mood, he noticed they were at the inn already and not wanting to see Zuko down and not his usually sarcastic grumpy self wasn't doing it for him, he just couldn't leave Zuko like this.

"Would you like to spend the night?" He asked.

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Don’t Play With Fire, Chap 7 First Day of Work

Um..to answer your concerns Sokka there's no need to worry. This may embarrass you to read but its all perfectly normal in women's body. The throbbing and slick you've mentioned is from arousal and the ones you mention that come randomly isn't always arousal but the way the body is trying to self clean or protect your genitals from tearing and dangerous bacteria's. Sometimes your vagina can even..well for lack of a better word let's just call it sweating, so for example say you're moving around a lot and you feel you're self dripping but its a different feeling from arousal just hot and a wetter feeling which again all normal, if you're feeling uncomfortable just wipe yourself and go through the day. I'm Glad you're taking my advice seriously and it's good to hear you're doing well with your situation. So far I haven't found anything about body swapping? gender swapping or transference of any kind I'm so sorry. Just keep staying low and being careful, we'll figure this out soon.

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Sokka, It's great to hear from you! We're still putting up fliers of Appa around Ba Sing Se and looking all around places. Toph and Katara are always fighting though, Katara won't let us play our tricks on anyone or even explore or relax, its all work work wor-  

                                               Anyways Sokka you better be pulling your weight and not having Suki cleaning up after you and do try to stay out of trouble okay, I do worry you know, we miss you a lot.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  -The Gaang

Sokka laughed hard seeing Toph's lone foot print right underneath his sister's and Aang's writing, seeing that told him more about her than words ever could. He really missed his family/friend group. Before he could get any sadder he folded the letter and stuffed it in his pack heading to work, he'll write a responding note later tonight.  

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Sokka was full of energy heading towards his new job. He's curious to know how different it'll be from the other ehem manlier jobs he's done. 'Honestly how hard could a girl's job be? Katara complains all the time but I bet she was just being dramatic'  he figured. With everything double checked and his breakfast packed he went out for the semi-long walk to work.  Upon arriving to the building, Sokka went straight through the door finding the elder lady waiting for him.

"Hi, so what will I be doing today?" He asked with all the enthusiasm he could muster.

"We start by checking our list of customers who dropped off their laundry, with the other workers we'll go wash together then hang all the laundry to dry and fold, lastly we pack and send out the clothes." she explained.

"Alright sounds easy enough." Sokka followed along as she gave him a tour of the place and areas he'll be needing to know.

After a few tiring hours did he have breakfast, the work ended up more tiring and tougher than expected but he got the hang of it pretty fast and turned out he was the fastest and strongest there which turned out some of the girls didn't like. On his first day an older girl by few years was sabotaging all his work trying to get him trouble and after explaining that to the elder boss lady was he able to stay working. 'women are crazy, guys just nod at each other, find their spots to work, get paid then leave without any word to one another'  He couldn't believe how cut throat it was working as a girl alongside other girls. Just a few more hours and he'll be able to relax and enjoy Zuko's company at the Jasmine Dragon, 'oh my god I didn't just think of stupid fire bending Zuko as nice company?! I've got to get a hold of myself, I'll just blame this dumb girl body and girly brain, ick .'  He mentally shook himself from the strange feeling that came over him towards another guy.

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Sokka came through the door of the tea shop dramatically falling in the doorway trying to catch Zuko's eye. He spotted Zuko in the kitchen and waved to him obnoxiously, he could honestly say he liked the perplexed and fearful look in the other boys face from the scene he was causing. Walking towards the kitchen, he sat himself down waiting to tell Zuko about his day.

Since Zuko looked like he was trying to ignore him, he caught the uncle's attention instead, "Hey old man when's the jerk's break?" To other's he may seem like an uncouth girl but he really didn't care for appropriateness right after work.

"You can't talk to him lik-" Zuko was just about to rant when he heard his uncle guffawed loudly.

"Oh nephew don't worry about my feelings, I love this young lady and her wily ways, its quite refreshing from your gloomy moods." he expressed. Zuko could only scoff at his uncle's slight rub towards him.

Sokka stuck his tongue at Zuko watching as he just rolled his eyes in return.

"I'll let my dear nephew  off for the rest of the day. Please take him away and show him how to have fun for once in his life." His uncle practically begged.

The two conspired against Zuko and all he could do was hang up his apron and get dragged by Miyuki's whims, he'll never admit to either of them that he likes getting pushed around, he'll keep that to the grave.

"Great! Let's get a table, I've got tons of stuff to share about my day." He grabbed Zuko by the arm and lead him to a free spot.

Sokka waited to be settled at the table, ordering before turning around to unleash his rant. He was weirdly giddy wanting to tell Zuko about his day.

"You won't believe my day." Sokka shook his head tiredly, "So I get there, the boss lady is nice but oh man some of those girls are mean. I had one try to sabotage my work by telling me to place stuff in the wrong place and they're very particular about where things go so that messed me up some. The washing part was tougher than I thought, I had to wring and scrub the clothes til my fingers cramped and wrinkled, ugh it was tiring. Drying was easier and folding strangely calming, the whole clean-up routine was just easy and besides the rude girls, I liked the job overall and think I can stick with it." He ended with a flourish, elbows on the table smiling at the fire prince, laughing internally with Zuko's stoned-face reaction to his long-winded story.

"Sounds like a frustrating day to me, welcome to the job world I guess." Sokka could't believe Zuko's flippant reply, he honestly thought he would be more caring to his woes and again what's with himself wanting Zuko's sympathy?

"Excuse me, that's funny coming from someone whose probably never had a hard labor job before. I'm guessing you had it easy since your uncle was able to provide you one. You don't know the struggles of running around and being told flat out no or when you finally get lucky it only lasts for so long before you're replaced or treated like crap and running yourself exhausted for people who don't care but keep abusing you til you can't go on anymore." Sokka had no idea why he was throwing everything at Zuko. His emotions just started bursting maybe its the way he knows Zuko's privileged, entitled fire prince jerk that he is has everything handed to him and  just pretending to be undercover as some regular civilian to get to Aang. He could only huff in annoyance at himself and Zuko for letting his emotions get the better of him, he decided it was just best to stay quiet and not look at Zuko lest his hostility for the guy becomes more prominent.

"Well, I do find serving customers and cleaning after everyone frustrating and tiring most days. I've been assaulted by older women pinching my bottom cheeks, jealous boyfriends harassing me when their girlfriends try to be flirty at me, even got some few girls who stalked me for quite some time or the rude customers I hate who are disrespectful to me but mostly my uncle, I just want to burn them to a crisp, nobody disrespects my uncle and his beloved tea shop in front of me. I actually do know how hard laborious work can be especially with not much help and little pay." Zuko looked at the girl in front of him with all the openness he could muster. He knew she had it rougher than him but it wasn't like he didn't have his own hardships, they were just different from hers.

Sokka huffed in annoyance even more hating being so temper mental while Zuko explained himself calmly and free of judgment for his part. 'why am I such a child?'  he thought lamely.

"Ugh, sorry for being rude, I guess I'm more annoyed at the fact that I got turned down for most jobs just because I'm a girl. I know I can do the tough jobs, I've done them before and I like working hard and with my hands so it makes it more frustrating not even giving me a chance just by one look at me." He drummed his fingers nervously on the table still embarrassed about earlier.

Zuko couldn't help finding Miyuki's mannerisms and  temper cute, just seeing her emotions displayed out in the open and being ridiculous was refreshing and exciting to witness. Most of his life was closed off of emotions and barely a few months now he's been trying to open up to his feelings, they were scary but freeing and seeing Miyuki so unafraid of her emotions filled him with more confidence each day.

"I get it and if you'd like something more.. uh manlier to do, I can train you in dual wielding after whenever you'd like." He offered.

"Oh? Is that a date dear Lee?" Sokka jumped on the chance to embarrass him, something about seeing Zuko so flustered had him feeling awesome. He liked being back in control and harassing the poor teen.

"Ugh no, if you don't want the training then I won't bother." The tips of Zuko's ears went red as he looked glaringly at Sokka.

"Nooooo, I want the training really." To soften the blow of annoying Zuko did he mentally shrug and go for a kiss to the bender's cheek. He gasped in total surprise as he felt heat around his lips and a waft of what could only be the fire bender's particular scent, it was in his nose so thickly and strangely addictive he wanted to keep his nose to the other's cheek and soak it up forever even be mixed in it. 'What 's wrong with you?! Why are you smelling another dudes scent, stop! Stop it nooooow!'  he couldn't believe how soft a cheek could feel and was that a bit of scruff he felt, it felt so rough on his lips he actually didn't like that. Finally did he pull away and hope to agni the shudder he felt coursing through his body didn't show outwardly.

Zuko was surprised from the peck, it happened so fast but had him feel deeply warm from such a sweet kiss. "Um, how uh- or I mean.. What else did you like about the new job?" Yeah, his brain was done for.

Sokka rolled his eyes playfully, "How bout we talk more about it on the way to walking me to my place?" He held out his hand nervously.

"Okay." Zuko agreed grabbing her hand walking out the shop and down the familiar path to Miyuki's place.

The two caught up with each other's day, some more teasing, awkward flirting and plans for the next time they meet unaware of the mischievous moonlight's gaze upon them.

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Dreville

Neville was walking around Hogwart's halls reading one of his favorite herbology's books about herbal medicine when he turned a corner and smack! He slammed into someone hard, his book hitting the floor as his hands went to his nose to surpress the pain the book had done to it. Finally looking up and realizing who he just bumped into, his eyes going wide and mentally chanting, 'oh, I'm so dead, I'm so dead!' but once his little panic attack was over he saw that the other boy had a pained expression on his face finally noticing his busted lip, the cut on his cheek and on impulse his hand went straight to the boys cheeks to stroke it lightly and in a low whisper he said, "Geez Malfoy." a hand soon caught his wrist holding it tightly when he looked down lower noticing his robes torn revealing scars on his right shoulder, a few more down his side catching blood dripping on the floor he started pressing fingers to Malfoy's leg and once pressed onto his thigh Draco jerked his leg back hissing at the pain. Neville got back to his feet and grabbed Malfoy's arm to put around his shoulder while wrapping the other around his waist and leading him to the greenhouse.

When they got there he hauled Draco onto one of the tables leaving him there and running off to another room in the greenhouse quickly coming back with a bottle in hand.

"Okay, take off your shirt." Neville said with utmost seriousness.

"What!? No!" Screeched Draco feeling scandalized.

" See this potion in my hand, it can heal all those nasty scars and wounds you have. Now trust me you'll feel better with this." that said he proceeded with taking his wand out and casting a spell that removed Draco's clothes except his silk briefs.

" What the hell Longbottom!? I'll have your neck for that!"

"Don't be a baby or else I'll cast the immobulus spell."

'since when the hell did Longbottom get all aggressive and demanding' not caring too much about it Draco sighed and ran a hand throw his platinum blonde hair.

"Fine, let's get this done." he watched the brunette uncap the bottle and pour it onto his finger, he soon feels the cool liquid turning warm then against his skin.

After applying the potion on the third scar, Neville starts getting confident and adds more pressure to rub it in thoroughly to all the others.

Draco looks over to his left shoulder that Longbottom is working on noticing the scars slowly fading away, he rubbed over the spot not feeling raised flesh but smooth skin.

" Hmm, you actually made a potion that works for once." he said half impressed half sarcastically.

"Well...Erm.. I um, I-I did come up with the ingredients for the potion b-but Hermione was the one who made it."

" Of course."

Neville just nodded nervously continuing rubbing the stuff on Draco's lower back.

After some minutes later, Neville came to the side annoucing he's done with his back and ready to get the cuts on Draco's front.

Draco watched as he cleaned the wound on his thigh and applied more of the salve like potion, it felt quite good to have the Gryffindorks hands massaging it into his skin. He was relieved when said boy came up to start on his face finally, afraid of what those calloused hands were doing to him.

"I don't know if this will taste bad or sting but it will help heal the cut on your lip fast." Neville said seriously looking at Draco.

It felt like time slowed down as Neville delicately stroked his finger on his bottom lip, ' why in the hell couldn't he do that part himself, fuck fuck fuck fuck, he shouldn't be so aware of this bleeding prat' Draco moved forward not helping himself or per se helping himself to the deliciously plump juicy lips of one Neville Longbottom. Brought back to reality though he winced in pain as the salve caused his lip to sting from the shared kiss. They both pulled away blinking owlishly, Neville nervously twitched his face into a small smile before quickly running out the greenhouse.

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A/N: My works can also be found @ ffnet, wattpad and Ao3 under the username-mangedesmuffins

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Chapter: Job Hunting

"Hi, I heard you guys needed builders for an architect job? I can promise you I'm a tough worker and I'm actually pretty good with designs and planning as well. " Sokka put on a hopeful smile, this was the sixth job he was trying to get with no results.

"Miss, look you don't look like you can do much and I also doubt you would know the complexities of architecture so shoo, go cook somewhere." The man mocked sarcastically.

Sokka had to grit his teeth in anger and keep from shouting his frustrations to this man. "I don't know how to cook." He said through clenched teeth.

"Not my problem, I'm not having a girl slow our progress down." The man turned from him swiftly ignoring his presence.

All the water tribe boy could do was huff and walk away. He was frustrated when all the people he went looking for a job only saw him as a weak and dumb girl. He really started feeling shitty about the ways he treated his sister more often now, 'I hope katara and the gaang are doing better than me'  he was missing them and feeling dejected about not finding a job as fast as he could. When he was a boy it was so easy before. Sokka kept walking along the path til he heard something promising up ahead and started walking faster.

"Uh, hi, I heard you were looking for a young girl to be a washer?" He stopped in front of the elder lady.

"Ah, yes I am indeed. you offering?" She asked kindly.

"Yes I am." 'finally this was great news, now I'll have money just before running out!' Sokka couldn't help but sag in relief internally.

"Have you had prior experience with washing?"

"Only a bit." He hardly ever washed clothes, he always fought over that with Katara and somehow managed to get out of that duty more often than not.

"That's fine, you can learn. There's not much to it really. You can come back here tomorrow afternoon." The lady informed him.

"Thank you so much." He smiled and waved her off with a new bounce to his step. He headed back to the inn wanting to get his clothes ready for tomorrow and to grab his journals to head for the Jasmine Dragon, 'got some exciting news for you Zuko'  

Back in his room Sokka had laid his clothes for tomorrow and started to clean up a bit. Once he was done looking around his room seeing if there was anything out of place did he catch his reflection in the mirror, he's been pretty good in avoiding it and just needing it for quick glimpses of his clothes being properly on and hair presentable nothing else. 'Guess its time for a proper look'  he takes a deep breath and shuts his eyes tightly removing the clothes from his new body. He shudders as he opens his eyes and scans himself, he wants to cry knowing this isn't his body, he's not comfortable in it, he doesn't understand it, he's gotta face new obstacles with this body and he hates it. Sokka roughly wipes the tears from his eyes not wanting to cry about it anymore, he gets past the anger, hurt and fear to take it all in. The stretch marks on the breasts of this body captures his attention, he always thought those kinda marks got there if you were older, he traces the marks to cupping the soft, warm breasts, it does nothing to arouse him when he knows he would have gotten aroused at seeing a women's chest up close like this in his own male body, 'maybe girls don't actually like getting their chest groped or fondled'  he certainly didn't feel anything as he played with his new chest. Sokka then looked further down tilting his side not really getting a reaction to this new bit either. The vagina had curls just like his own pubic hairs but instead of his penis jutting out, it was just flat and dipped, He played with the curls and started twirling the curls and 'oh that felt nice'  twisting the curls felt like a nice tease he couldn't help thinking. Feeling embarrassed going anything further did he abruptly stop and go for a shower wanting to visit the tea shop and Zuko to distract himself from his current predicament.

Being back in the tea shop felt surprisingly relaxing considering it should feel more terrifying what with Zuko and his uncle always hunting them down. He spotted Zuko immediately in the kitchen working on some dish, he waved wildly until he got the other teens attention and laughing at the blush that worked up Zuko's pale skin, he looked around and noticed the other patrons laughing no doubt at his and Zuko's strange duo. He turned back to Zuko signaling with his pointer finger where he'd be sitting at, he got a nod of confirmation in return then headed to a table to wait.

"Hey Miyuki, is there anything you'd like to order?" The young prince asked.

Sokka drummed his fingers on the table thinking, "I'd like those cute flower shaped cookies, I'm craving something sweet." He watched as Zuko nodded his head and walked back to his uncle saying he'll be back quickly.

Zuko was back with a steaming cup and sliding it towards him as he sat across him.

"What's this?"He grabbed for the cup cautiously not wanting to burn himself, the contents of the beverage was milk with a sweet smell to it.

"Cinnamon milk tea, its good with the cookies and bread." Zuko offered shyly.

Sokka quirked up his lips, "Thanks. So you have a bit of time to chat then? I really need to get your schedule so I don't always interrupt your work."

"I pretty much work as soon as the shop opens and til it closes. If I want a day off my uncle lets me take it." Zuko knows how depressing that sounds but he honestly prefers it to the way he lived before, with all the hate bubbling inside him and never truly following his own path, he preferred this quiet peaceful life, he did miss his old life every once in awhile, he missed his home but not with the high expectations, demands or constant belittling and criticism. He knows how cowardice it is to not face his family and one day him and uncle will have to stop running but not today, today he'll spend this with Miyuki before he loses it all, at least with this he'll have some good memories to cling to once he's ripped away from this little fantasy of his.

"You're so lucky, I would love to get that at my new job which brings me to why I'm here. I just wanted to let you know and that I start first thing tomorrow." Sokka felt excited to tell someone the news even if it was to Zuko.

"What job did you get?"

"I'll be working as a washer, I tried other places but they all shot me down just because I was a girl, didn't matter if I had previous experience either. " Sokka pouted in annoyance remembering all the frustrations from hours earlier.

"Sorry to hear that, maybe it'll get better with the people getting to know you and trusting your hard work." He couldn't help thinking Miyuki was cute with her pout but he also didn't want her having a sour mood.

Sokka perked up at that, "yeah, you're right maybe they just need to see my hard work before trusting me." He felt better already with that mind set. A quiet calmness settled over the two as Sokka reached for his drink sipping it lightly and enjoying the warmth and sweetness it brought to his tongue. The cookies had cooled down awhile ago but still had a nice sugary taste to it. He looked to Zuko scanning him trying to look for anything that might be bring that fearsome and hateful person in front of him instead he got a blushing dork of a teen who couldn't even handle an appraisal from a girl. 'what happened to Zuko? and what was he laying low for?' he'll have to write these down in his notes later with his other theories.

Zuko wasn't quite sure how to take the look Miyuki was giving him, it didn't seem like a rude look more of a deep searching one but still nerve wracking nonetheless almost as though she was trying to unravel him.

"The cookies and milk tea were delicious." Sokka complimented breaking the silence.

Zuko twitched nervously, "Glad you liked them." this southern water tribe girl was going to kill him, he just knew it.

"So tell me about your day, I'm always doing all the talking? It's my turn to listen to your deep soothing voice." Sokka purred the words out leaning forward with his attention on the fire prince.

Zuko could see his soul leaving his body. He was not accustomed to girls saying these types of things. She obviously enjoyed doing this, he huffed in annoyance and looked away glaring towards the kitchens before speaking.

"My day was uneventful, I woke up early for my usual meditation routine, helped uncle with opening the shop and serving customers and now I'm here being pestered by you." He couldn't help the last remark, he wasn't bothered by her at all just embarrassed at the ways she makes him feel and not knowing what to do about it or how to get her back for it. These were uncharted territories, Mai never played these games, she always told him when she was upset and hiding the rest of her emotions, she never flirted like this and Miyuki's flirting was quite different if he could even call it that maybe just teasing really. Either way it left him twitchy and flustered too much.

"I forgot you meditated. You also train don't you? With the dual broadswords you mentioned, when do you find time for that?" Sokka forgot that Zuko trained with his broadswords maybe he could convince him to train him.

"I train after work mostly and on my days off, I do them here on nights up top the roof of the shop." Zuko realized a second to late that he probably shouldn't have mentioned that since most nights he's been going out as the Blue Spirit.

"Would you mind training me at all?"

Zuko saw the eagerness in Miyuki, and he didn't want to say no, looks like he'll just have to take a step back from his nightly activities.  "We can do that. I don't mind at all."

"Thanks so much. I'll let you get back to work, I've gotta get going before it gets too dark. I'll come by after work tomorrow to visit and we can talk more." He put change on the table before waving goodbye to Zuko and doing the same to his uncle when he spotted him before leaving out the tea shop. Sokka wondered what tomorrow will bring.

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Chatting It Up

So this was tough to write but the incidents I mentioned involves the new girl parts I have developed. It's weird cause I don't know what to do or what the cause is. I wouldn't even be doing anything but at random times I feel myself getting slick? Also a strange throb, please explain this. Also you'll be happy to know I went and got proper clothes just as you said, a nice lady really helped me out with all sorts. Hope you're doing alright.

-Sokka

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Hey gaang! How is everyone? The construction has been going smoothly just alot of work, it's tiring and boring so send me letters to keep me from dying of boredom please. I'm missing our adventures, I've been doing nothing but reading and taking notes for blueprints, it isn't all bad though, I've been watching the kyoshi warriors train and thinking about training with them again. I've gotta get back to work so hope I hear from you guys soon.

-Sokka

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Sokka had just dropped off his letters when he decided it was a good time to harass Zuko at work. He came into the Jasmine Dragon with a bounce to his step spotting Zuko immediately serving some customers. He grabbed the same small table near the kitchen and sat himself down. Rummaging through his bag did he find one on 'Dangers of Enchantments' Sokka was starting to think he should rule out enchantments since most had apparent side effects which he couldn't seem to find or sense, enchantments also needed to be kept up and if not he would have reverted back by now. He decided it was best to cross that one off.

"You like magic?" Zuko asked when he came up to her table finally. He noticed Miyuki with another book in her hands, her books seem to be all about magic so far.

Sokka smiled up to Zuko, "Actually I hate magic. I think it's illogical, impractical, it's dangerous and quite frankly I don't understand people's obsession with it." He stared up at the fire bender completely exasperated.

Zuko couldn't help but let out a small chuckle, it's funny seeing Miyuki looking so irked by the subject of magic.

"I don't understand it myself but my uncle loves talking about it and bringing it up often. He loves saying magic is in everything." Zuko couldn't help revealing, it was nice opening up to someone even if he still had to lie about who he really was. He never got to open up to anyone not even his uncle when he tried to and he didn't have his mother anymore, and it was never an option to tell his father or Azula, any sign of weakness would be exploited by them he thought depressingly.

"I think me and your uncle would have interesting debates on the matter." Sokka supplied, he didn't know much about Zuko's uncle except that Toph likes him but he'll still keep his suspicions just like with his nephew. "Anyways will you be taking a break soon?" He spoke hoping to get more time with the fire prince.

"Oh, uh my breaks in twenty minutes. " Zuko was surprised that Miyuki wanted to talk with him more. He didn't know what to expect from this girl but he knows he's enjoying it.

"Perfect, enough time for me to order and wait for you." Sokka said sweetly to Zuko.

Zuko shyly smiled back, "What would you like to order?" He waited, Zuko was curious about what Miyuki and he could talk about. He wasn't known for being quite versed at talking to ladies. So far conversations with Miyuki have been awkward but nice.

"I'll try the three berry flavored tea you guys got." He doesn't really like tea but this fruity one looks promising he figured.

"Alright, it'll just take a moment." With that saud Zuko walked back to the kitchens while Sokka went back to his reading.

"Here you go." Zuko had finally come back and settled himself across from Miyuki passing over the tea as he did so. He told his uncle that'd he take his break early and the old man just smirked and couldn't rush him out the kitchens fast enough something about, 'young love is in the air' ugh his uncle was going senile.

"Ah thanks." Sokka slipped his material's into his satchel making room for the fire prince as he sat down. Zuko seemed to have his own drink when he took the chance to look at him properly, he noticed the other boy seemed nervous and quiet so looks like he'll have to start the conversation.

" So what books do you read when you have the time?" Sokka asked.

"Boring stuff." Zuko didn't want to admit how he only read books on war strategies, weaponry materials and maps mostly. He didn't really know how to talk well with other teens his age but he knew talking about war strategies and the stuff alike weren't fun topics to discuss.

" Boring stuff as in..?" Sokka wasn't gonna let this go, he needed information from this guy. It seems like he has to pull teeth just to get this jerk bender to open up.

Zuko could only sigh seeing no way to avoid it if he wanted to talk to the water tribe girl. 'just hope she doesn't find me dull and annoying like my sister and her friends do. It's not my fault I never got to make any friends'

"I read up on some weaponry guides mainly on dual broadswords..uh lots of maps and very rarely on occasion a bedtime book that I kept from my mother."

Sokka didn't know how to take Zuko's somber expression mentioning his mother. He knew exactly how hard it was losing a parent but was it okay to comfort the person he despises? Sokka thought it was best to offer some bit of comforting. He leaned forward and reached out his hand to grab Zuko's elbow and gave a squeeze.

"I'll have you know maps are my favorite things to read even though I'm not too good at reading them but maybe some time you can show me." Sokka hated to admit that he couldn't read maps too well, 'the stuff is honestly hard to understand' but he knew Zuko would be the best considering how fast he always managed to track down the gaang so fast.

Zuko couldn't help chuckling at the girl and finding comfort in her presence. Something about Miyuki made things so simple plus she didn't pressure him or get awkward about mentioning his mother or make fun of him for his lack of social skills.

"Sure. I don't mind telling you more about maps, I've got tons of them." Zuko quirked his lips into a smile, he couldn't help finding it amusing that Miyuki found maps enjoyable, she was probably just faking it so he didn't feel so embarrassed about himself. He knew his life wasn't ideal for friendships or socializing of any kind but he was getting better since deciding to let go of his obsession with getting his honor back and working the tea shop with his uncle.

"I have a few myself but alot of them aren't updated which is annoying. Since my travels to Ba Sing Se, alot of new paths weren't mentioned or even the dangers that came with choosing a path, I've gotten lost and into trouble so many times because the maps we're wrong and dumb. I swear someone needs to re-write these maps with a lot more detail oh oh and even small detours you can take that are nice relaxing spots or even good food locations and duh of course the dangers to look out for, ugh there's so much you can say and people will appreciate it, I know I would!" Sokka had to take a drink from his tea to shut himself up realizing he went on a whole unnecessary tangent.

"Why don't you write that book? You've got some really valid points there." Zuko was honestly impressed with the girl, she went from exasperated to excited with so many ideas real fast and all very good ideas actually. He never got to enjoy his travels or any detours searching for the avatar but maybe if he traveled for himself he'd get to enjoy it for once with new opportunities to discover.

"You think I should write a book? And you have no problem with that?" Sokka genuinely found himself surprised with Zuko the fire prince Zuko telling a girl, a civilian water tribe girl nonetheless to write a book with no problem, 'geez this guys got more layers than an onion' Sokka was really finding it hard to keep hating this guy.

"Yes and no?" Zuko was now confused, what was he suppose to say? He couldn't tell if she was upset or if that was a trick question."Uh..I think your ideas are great for a book...I see no problem with it?" He suggested questioningly.

"Lee, do you know how many books I found written by women from the library and bookstore I visited here? Ten total and all about cooking, fashion, crafts, mannerisms for young ladies, gardening, how to be a proper wife, events planning, dancing, proper childcare and cleaning steps. Sadly I myself never noticed the lack of books by women. And I've met tons of women with great ideas and adventures of their own throughout my travels who could write the most amazing things."

"Oh, I never noticed that either. Maybe you should you try your hand at it and who knows it might just inspire other women to do the same." Zuko suggested. When he really thought about it, it really was unfair that women still didn't get many opportunities as men do solely based on their gender. He's met women who were quite tough and challenging yet they still had no voice or real power when it came to a man usurping them, all it would take was a man's words to completely debase a woman.

"I-huh..well thanks for the support." Good to know Zuko was somewhat of a decent guy but it still doesn't excuse his behavior towards the gaang. Zuko seemed to be to putting on a good act here in Ba Sing Se but how far did that really go? Sokka knew he needed to find out Zuko's motives and fast.

"Tell me more about yourself, I've been talking here the most." Sokka encouraged the other boy.

"Well I meditate, train and work." Ugh, how pathetic did he sound? He now felt even more hopeless in front of Miyuki. He just sat there hanging his head low gripping onto his drink praying to Agni that his embarrassment passed over soon.

"Well sounds like you need to get out more. How about we go to a poetry session that I know of? We can laugh at all the bad ones they come up with and cry over the good ones, I'm emotional I'll have you know but really I find it quite fun and enjoyable." This was the perfect opportunity for him to keep Zuko by his side and maybe keep him distracted from bumbing into his sister and friends.

Zuko couldn't help keep the surprise from his face, he's never been invited to hangout before and Azula forcing him out with her friends didn't count. Someone wanting to spend time in his company for a long period of time no matter how boring and embarrassing he was was a nice feeling.

"Yeah, I'd like that."

"Great, I'll hear out for the next poetry session and come visit you with the plan."

"Alright and my breaks up, I'll have to get back to work. See you tomorrow?" Zuko hoped he didn't sound to desperate to see her again, it was nice having a friend? It was probably too soon to say that but maybe they could be.

"I can come by tomorrow after my errands. Thanks for the drink." Sokka had gotten his pouch out and handed Zuko change. Sokka couldn't help noticing Zuko's crazy warm hands, 'huh, must be a fire bender thing' he thought.

Zuko felt as Miyuki put the cold change in his hand and couldn't help look at the beautiful contrast their skins made, his a pale white to her beautiful dark brown. He had to shake his thoughts from imagining their hands entwined and smiled at Miyuki before heading to his uncle in the kitchens to help with the next orders.

Sokka left as soon as he saw Zuko go back into the kitchens. He had a big day tomorrow so it left him a nice chance to prepare early and plan things for tomorrow.

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And here it is, the epilogue! Just a short little chapter to put the finishing touches on everything. Thank you for reading~

Title: Skeleton Key

Rating: T

Fandom: Naruto

Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply (this chapter)

Relationships: Gaara/Rock Lee

Tags: Fake/Pretend Relationship, Mutual Pining, POV Alternating, Bodyguard, Ceremonial Dress, Basically just an excuse to get everyone in fancy outfits, Happy Birthday Skuun!

Summary:

Rock Lee: Handsome Green Devil of the Leaf Village! Master of the Eight Gates! … Consort of the Kazekage?

When Lee is asked to pose as Gaara’s significant other at a coronation in order to avert an assassination attempt, he readily agrees. He’ll do anything to protect Gaara. Even if he has to leave his weights at the door. Even if he has to face down the Wind Country diplomats who don’t consider him a shinobi because he can’t do ninjutsu. Even if he has to spend hours looking at Gaara’s handsome face in ceremonial makeup. (This may be more difficult than he anticipated.)

Read the Epilogue of Skeleton Key here on Ao3!