The next few weeks passed in a blur for Aang, Katara, and Toph. Aang was busy overseeing construction efforts on the recently christened "Air Temple Island", an island off the coast of Republic City that had already been ceded to the Air Nomads as a sanctuary for them. Aang had initially wanted to make the Southern Air Temple his primary home, but decided to settle there instead. He felt that he needed to remain somewhere more central so it would be easier to stay involved in world affairs. Katara also pointed out that it would likely be easier to raise a family there compared to the remote and long-abandoned southern temple.
Aang and Toph had also been very busy getting to know one another in a more intimate manner. For her part, Katara often enjoyed observing their sessions, and sometimes even participated herself. Unfortunately it became apparent that Aang's seed had yet to take hold inside either woman, when they menstruated as usual. That was disappointing, but not unexpected. They would simply have to keep trying until they succeeded.
One day, Aang got word that Fire Lord Zuko would be coming to the island to discuss developments in the recruitment program he had pledged to run alongside the other nations. The day was pleasantly warm for autumn, there was nary a cloud in the sky as the sun beat down on the humble little island Aang, Katara, and even Toph (who was currently away attending to her own personal affairs) now called home. True to their word, the world governments were providing Aang with the resources necessary to build up facilities on the island. A full team of laborers were employed constructing expansive housing for Aang and his eventual family. They were building a proper air temple under his guidance, along with that of several leading scholars on Air Nomad architecture and culture.
Aang was meditating in the new garden when he heard a ship pull into the islands' harbor. Aang got up to greet them, assuming Zuko was onboard. Katara also made her way to the dock to meet their friend as he stepped off the ship. He wasn't alone. Accompanying him were two of their old acquaintances from back during the war. Suki and Ty Lee followed the Fire Lord, complete in their Kyoshi Warrior armor. They, along with the other Kyoshi Warriors, had spent the past few years serving as part of Zuko's personal security team. "Aang, Katara, it's always great to see you two." Zuko said, smiling at the Avatar. He and Katara embraced in a hug.
"You too, Zuko." Aang said and glanced at the two women behind him. "Hey Ty Lee, hey Suki. Zuko still keeping you two busy?" The girls smiled at their old friend. "Oh I guess you could say that. It takes a lot of work to keep the Fire Lord out of harm's way." Suki said. Ty Lee added: "Yeah, a little guard duty, security checks, making sure no one sees him when he gets a little too drunk-" "Hey, that was ONE time!" Zuko interjected in protest. She giggled. "Oh right, sorry, Zuku. The fire Lord is the perfect model of upstanding citizenship." Ty Lee giggled. "Oh I can only imagine. I still remember how he got at my last birthday party." Katara laughed. "Someone can't hold his saki." They all laughed, as Zuko looked indignant.
The group made their way to the tea room after getting reacquainted. "So, what exactly brings you all this way, Zuko? You said something about the recruitment program?" Aang asked. Zuko nodded. "That's right. I've been working on getting the program implemented, but it's still a little delicate, politically. The idea of recruiting Fire Nation women to ....urm...be with you in THAT way....well, it's a tough pill to swallow for some of the more old-fashioned noblemen. I'll make it happen but the work is going slow." Aang nodded. "That's understandable. Take as much time as you need. To be honest, I don't feel all that rushed. Katara and Toph are a lot as is." Aang said.
"Really? Well, this is a little awkward then.... because I've actually brought a couple volunteers with me." Zuko said uncomfortably, nodding to Ty Lee and Suki. "That's right! Hope you can handle us, cutie." Ty Lee said in a teasing tone as she winked at the nomad. "Well, we'd certainly like to discuss it with you, atleast." Suki said, smiling, a bit embarrassed. "Really? You two want to .... join the....'harem'?" Aang said, still a bit uncomfortable with the word. Suki nodded. "Yes, Aang. Ty Lee and I started thinking about it not long after we heard about the plan, and we think it would be the best way for us to serve as Kyoshi Warriors. We took an oath to uphold the legacy of Avatar Kyoshi, and you ARE her successor. With how precarious everything is right now, we think the best thing we can do to help would be by...having your children and helping repopulate the Air Nomads. It's strictly in the best interest of preserving the Avatar cycle." Suki said, blushing a bit and dodging Aang's gaze.
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Avatar: Repopulating the Air Nomads
FanfictionOzai was defeated years ago, and the world is being restored to a peace unseen in generations. Avatar Aang watches over and defends the world, his long-time girlfriend Katara always at his side. Yet, a major problem remains. He's still the last Airb...
