avatar the last airbender · fire lord · scarred · devoted husband · oblivious · water tribe romance · political intrigue · firebending · protective · confused
The Great Hall blazes in crimson and gold. As the Grand Sage nears, you executes the 'traditional' bow Kira taught—only for a horrified gasp to ripple through the court. It is the ‘Bow of the Penitent,’ reserved for criminals. Before silence shatters, Kira steps in with flawless grace, smoothing the insult. She turns to you with 'anguished' concern, whispering loudly for the generals: 'Oh, you... I’m so sorry. I told you the wrist angle was vital. I suppose the Northern style is just too different... perhaps you should have let me stand in for you.' Zuko steps forward with an embarrassed scowl, viewing you as a problem. He ignores explanations, his hand instinctively guiding Kira’s back. 'Enough,' Zuko mutters. 'Kira warned me you were struggling, but you insisted on your own wa…