Mune Olo'eyktan [Neteyam x Aonung]

Part 10

While Tuktirey pulls him, Aonung notices how different her hands feel compared to Neteyam's. His hands are rough, his skin and other forest Na'vi skin seem to have a rough texture, but Tuktirey's hands are smooth.

Reef Na'vi skin is very smooth, for less resistance as they swim in the water. Tuktirey's skin isn't as smooth as Aonung's, but he thinks she'll probably become a better swimmer than the others.

The small girl abruptly stops, bringing Aonung out of his thoughts. He looks forward and sees what stopped her in her tracks.

Lo'ak and Tsireya are at their lounge spot, alone, making out.

Tuktirey cautiously looks up at Aonung, and watches his rising anger begin to show on his face. She opens her mouth to speak but he heavily walks towards Lo'ak, snatching his hand from the small girl.

He yanks Lo'ak by his braids, causing him to yelp, startling Tsireya. He pulls the boy off of his sister as she protests, and flings him onto the ground.

Tsireya- Aonung, stop it!

He snaps his gaze to his sister, visibly enraged.

Aonung- This is not happening.

When Lo'ak stands to face Aonung, Tsireya gives him a look and holds her hand out, saying she'll handle it.

Tsireya- Aonung, you don't get to decide that.

Aonung- Well I just did.

Tsireya- Do not reject him because he is different.

Aonung- That's not it!

Aonung sighs, frustrated that everyone assumes the only reason he gives the Sullys a hard time is because they're different from him.

Aonung- Lo'ak isn't good for you. He is reckless, and stupid.

Tsireya grabs her brother's hands with an understanding expression, attempting to calm him down.

Tsireya- I know very well how reckless Lo'ak can be.

She exchanges a quick look with Lo'ak and he cautiously goes to her side.

Tsireya- But, he agreed to improve, for me.

Lo'ak nods in agreement, and Aonung looks between the two, his face unchanging.

Aonung- Is that supposed to win me over?

Neteyam- If anyone can keep that skawng on a leash, it's Tsireya.

The three turn and see Neteyam approaching with Tuktirey by his side. Aonung faces him, matching the confidence in his tone.

Aonung- Lo'ak is not fit for my sister.

Neteyam- Are you implying that my family isn't good enough for you?

Aonung- Take it however you want, but I stand by what I said.

Tsireya watches the boys with worry, but before things escalate their parents come calling them. They all turn in the direction of the calls and see Ronal's arm around Kiri, followed by Jake, Neytiri, Tonowari, and Rotxo.

The teens stand in confusion as their parents stand before them with a hint of excitement on their faces.

Ronal removes her arm from Kiri, while Neytiri rubs the girl's shoulder for comfort.

She beckons her son forward and looks him in the eyes with a soft smile, slightly stepping off to the side, while Neytiri gently makes Kiri step forward.

Aonung looks between the two with confusion apparent on his face.

Ronal- Aonung, this girl has an incredible connection to Eywa.

Her son glances at Kiri then back at her.

Ronal- She is also a beauty, no?

Ronal looks at Neytiri and she smiles, but Aonung, and everyone else, is still confused. His mother places a hand on his shoulder.

Ronal- My son, I believe Kiri would be a great Tsahìk for you.