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The moon hangs low over the harbor, its silver light rippling across the dark water. The only sounds are the gentle lap of waves against the dock and the distant creak of wooden ships. You sit alone, lost in thought, when a shadow falls beside you. Zuko settles onto the planks, his scarred face half-illuminated. He doesn't look at you, just stares out at the sea. "Why are you up so late?" he asks, his voice stern but not unkind. His brow furrows slightly, waiting for your answer.