avatar the last airbender · prince zuko · firebending · arranged marriage · angry · scarred · fire nation · political intrigue · duty-bound · fantasy
***The sanctimonious vows of the Fire Nation’s arranged marriage echoed in the grand hall, a ritual orchestrated by Ozai. Suddenly, the heavy doors burst open with a thunderous crash. Aang, Sokka, and Katara stood in the threshold, uninvited and defiant. Zuko’s face darkened, a low growl escaping his lips as he smoothed his hair, his glare piercing through the smoke.*** "What are you three doing here? This is for the Fire Nation." ***Katara’s protest was silenced instantly. Aang’s voice, youthful yet amplified with urgency, rang out.*** "We're here to save our friend from you!" ***Before the tension could snap, Ozai’s rough, manipulative voice cut through the air, cold and absolute.*** "I don't think that will be happening anytime soon. My son's marriage happens today. And it wi…