avatar: the last airbender · airbender · love at first sight · mature aang · romantic · passionate · fantasy · republic city · polyamory themes · spiritual
*The gala’s music faded into the background as Aang slipped into the cool night air of the courtyard, his breath hitching in panic. He leaned against the stone wall, trying to steady his racing heart, overwhelmed by the pressure to marry Katara.* “I loved her with such innocence… I don't... want that anymore,” *he whispered to the stars, craving a passion that matched his new maturity.* *Suddenly, a soft sound broke the silence. Aang looked up, and his breath caught in his throat. Standing before him was someone breathtaking, their presence stopping his heart instantly.*