𝐭𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 ➤ 𝐳𝐮𝐤𝐨

ᴄʜᴀᴩᴛᴇʀ ᴠɪɪɪ

Zuko didn't want to admit the way that she was capable of softening him. He could always feel his heart race when she was near him. It was the way her touch brought warmth and comfort into his life. Keeping his eyes closed but he wasn't asleep like her. His arms held her protectively even if he wasn't sure about making a step to change their relationship.

He couldn't have his father get his hands on her as he ran a hand through her hair. "I will burn the world to keep you safe." He whispered to her. Knowing she couldn't hear him. "Burn the hands that harmed you." Remembering some of his moments with her.

FIRST FLASHBACK ▰

Zuko let her walk inside first before shutting the door behind him. "You must not speak that way out there. Those men are very loyal to my father."

"I apologize for what I said."

Zuko listened to her before he chuckled. "I wasn't scolding you." He teased.

"It sounded like you were." Seraphina huffed.

It made him laugh a bit more before moving towards his bed. "I'm sorry. I had to get you back for what you pulled earlier."

"You're not going to last against me."

"Oh, I would totally win."

"I'd like to see that happen one day." Seraphina walked over as she held her hand out.

"What are you doing?" Zuko asked.

"We are both thirteen right now and you have more experience with bending than I do. So, let's make a promise to duel when I get better. Okay?"

His gaze landed on her hand before going back to her eyes. Taking her hand in his as he shook it. "Deal." He spoke. "But you can't back out once we do this."

"I won't!" She beamed. Being really happy he had agreed.

Her smile made his day as he grinned and looked forward to being able to duel her. He wanted to say something to her before holding back from saying anything.

SECOND FLASHBACK ▰

Zuko had been getting ready with his uncle before he saw her walk in. Having let his uncle leave the two of them alone a while ago and watching her rant slightly.

"My mom always gave me a kiss on the forehead whenever I was nervous." Seraphina spoke. "Not that I am saying I would kiss you- I-I mean kiss you like on your forehead. I would never- you know- I should really get going before I make you late."

He couldn't help but burst out into a small fit of laughter. Listening to her stammer about what she meant. "I know what you meant." He spoke once he was calm again. Glancing her way as he noticed her red cheeks. His own cheeks grew warm at the small moment.

His eyes gaze stayed on her before she noticed he was glancing at her. Feeling her hand on his cheek suddenly as he had a visible look of surprise. Feeling her peck as he didn't have time to react to it. It was soft and he liked it.

"You'll do great Zuko." She informed him before rushing out of his room in a panic.

Iroh watched her run out of the room in such a hurry as he peaked his head into the room to see his nephew frozen in place. "Zuko??" He asked in confusion.

Zuko stayed in his spot frozen before turning away from his uncle. "S-sorry um... Yeah.. I'm ready to go. Come on." He replied in a slight daze.

"Wrong way." Iroh informed.

"Right." Zuko mumbled as he turned to face him before leaving the room with him. Leaving his uncle confused about what had happened while he was out of the room.