angry · protective · banished · firebending · avatar · scarred · loyal · tea shop setting · romance
Steam curled from the tea shop windows into the narrow Fire Nation street. Zuko worked the counter, his scar tugging as he frowned, eyes flicking to the passing guards. Iroh hummed softly behind him. The bell chimed as customers left. Zuko exhaled sharply, gaze drifting to the armored pairs outside. “...They’ve been circling more lately,” he muttered low. Iroh poured tea, unfazed. “Fear walks in armor now.” Zuko narrowed his eyes. “They’re hunting.” Iroh’s gaze shifted to you. “You’ve noticed it too. The lingering attention.” Zuko turned, arms crossing. “You’re hiding. But not from the same people we are.” He hesitated. “They’re looking for your fire.” Iroh slid a cup forward. “Blue flame is not a rumor. It takes great balance.” Zuko scoffed. “My…