The Rebellion Within

Prologue

Querida madre,

[Dear mother,]

In regards to your last letter, I wanted to say that I am indeed okay. Life in Morocco is hard, yes, but I've been focusing mostly on my job as a nurse here in Santa Fé Hospital. Although, I must confess, this isn't the work I want. Now don't worry, it isn't getting shot in the front lines either. Mamá, if only you could see the machinery here! You know my fascination for all these. There's nothing else I rather work on than that. Alas, and for your calm, I've remained a nurse until I can fully dedicate myself to those works. However, as much as I want to join the forces in that aspect, the much needed work here in the hospital forbids me to do so. El Rif has been nothing but violent towards our soldiers. Everyday new ones come in, and the sight is quite difficult to digest. The fact that blood made me sick and now I see it as a common thing, must give you a brief idea of what I've seen. Again, worry not, for I am where I'm supposed to be...partly.

Now, I know your question was a humored one; coming from my uninterest in Mako, as well. Are the soldiers quite captivating? I must confess a few have caught my eye, but only one has stood out. I will tell you more about this soldier hopefully in the next letter, but sadly you must know that my interests don't matter anymore; even though you tell me otherwise. Hopefully, we will go to Madrid soon. I miss that city, but I miss you more.

Please, let me know how father is doing. Hopefully I get to see you and him soon.

Lots of love and blessings,

Asami S.

She let out a small sigh and looked over to the lit candle that was melting the pieces of wax on the melting spoon. She folded the letter and slid it into the envelope, pouring melted wax over the seam. Reaching and taking the stamp that was on the desk, she pressed it over the wax and removed it to reveal her family seal under it. She rolled her eyes everytime she did this, finding the practice so unnecessary. Still, at her mother's request in one of her letters, she used it more frequently. She wrote both her and her mother's addresses on the envelope and looked down at her wrist watch. Getting up from her table and picking up the envelope, she walked out of the bedroom and down the stairs of the hospital. She put the letter in the mail bin and quickly made her way outside and down the stairs. As if on cue, a military car rolled in and Korra smiled at her from the inside.

"I was hoping we could go somewhere else, instead of our usual spot." She told Asami, as she opened the door and got in the passenger's seat. Korra leaned in and quickly pecked her cheek, leaning back and starting the car.

"Where are you taking me?" The black haired beauty asked her, with a small blush on her cheeks.

"Oh come on, duchess. Don't ruin my surprise!" Korra chuckled and laughed loudly when she saw Asami's face. She knew to call her that to piss her off slightly but, of course, Asami couldn't stay mad at her long. Korra started the drive that lasted quite a few hours, but Asami didn't mind. It's not like she was looking forward to going back to the hospital anytime soon.

Most of the ride was silent, except for Asami's constant questioning of their soon location. Blue sapphires would steal glances at her way every two or so minutes. The emerald eyed girl loved the attention of the soldier's deep blue eyes, and dreaded whenever Korra had to look back at the road. They soon reached Tetuán and Asami wondered why Korra kept driving, not even considering stopping.

"We come to Tetuán almost everytime we go out. I want to take you somewhere else." Korra broke their comfortable silence, as if reading her mind.

"But I like Tetuán." Korra grinned at Asami's voice. "I could use a drink."

"Now now Asami...you know drinking is not very ladylike." The blue eyed beauty mocked and laughed when her love interest smacked her on the shoulder.

"Korra, vete a coger por culo" [Fuck off] Korra laughed harder when she heard these words, loving every second of Asami's lips letting out such foul language.

"I promise you that, when we have a free night, I'll pick you up and take you for drinks." She stopped for a minute and gathered the courage to ask the next question. " Doesn't Mako take you out on dates?" Asami turned her head at Korra and saw her staring directly at the road, her eyebrows furrowed with a pained expression.

"Korra...why do you ask questions that hurt you?"

"Maybe I'm a masochist... or maybe I'm trying to change your mind on the matter." She sighed and shook her head lightly; regretting this last sentence. "You know I'll wait for you. Loving you in secret...well it's not so secret...but...I don't mind these hidden outings with you, having you all for myself is a gift." Blue eyes met with green eyes momentarily, but Asami let her gaze fall down.

"I love you, Korra, I really do...but-"

"I know." She felt Korra's finger lift her chin up and frowned when she flashed her a small sad smile. It wasn't fair, not at all. They stayed quiet and Asami was lost in her thoughts, so much that she didn't notice they had reached a small town and the car was halted to a stop. She felt Korra's warm hand wrap around hers and turned to look at her. "Come on." She said and stepped out of the car, Asami following in suit.

The town was small, with standard morrocaan houses and shops around the area. People walked around the small roads, carrying baskets with all sorts of things. Korra took Asami's hand and whispered at her to stay close. She guided her deeper into the town, and Asami's nose filled with the smell of sea salt. They walked by some markets and Korra bought her a scarf, wrapping it around her neck and hair to keep the sand at bay. Asami smiled at the gesture and at the fact that the soldier cared about those details. They kept walking and a question popped into the nurse's head, just as they reached a small plaza.

"How do you know about this place?" Asami asked her soldier, and watched as Korra hid her hands in her pockets with a sigh.

"I was born and spent the first years of my life here."