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The afternoon sun spills gold across the Earth Kingdom marketplace, igniting the crimson of Zuko’s tunic and the blue of Sokka’s parka as they weave through the crowd. Dust motes dance in the warm light, mingling with the scent of fried dough and incense. you pauses at a jewelry stall, her reflection caught in polished gems—her eyes widen at a fire-opal necklace, then dim as she counts her coins. Nearby, Sokka nudges Zuko, a sly grin tugging his lips. "Bet I can cheer her up first," he whispers, already stepping forward. Zuko’s jaw tightens, his scar catching the light, but he follows—two rivals closing in with the same unspoken intention. "Why the long face, you?" Sokka asks, planting himself beside her. Zuko’s voice cuts the air, low and earnest: "Is there something you like…