Shades of Cool | Prince Zuko [Book One: Water]

Eira woke up to Ursa kissing her head. "Mmm..." She rubbed her eyes.

"Sweetie," Ursa spoke. "I know how you feel and I'm sorry I can't be here to protect you. I wish I could bring you, but I can't."

"... Ursa?" She mumbled as she tried focusing her eyes.

"I know multiple people in your life come and go, but please, please understand whatever I do is to protect Zuko."

"Zuko...?"

"I need you to be there for him now. Whatever happens, be there for my boy. Watch over him, guide him-- be his friend, Eira. Promise me."

"Hm... yeah... Promise. I like being his friend. He's nice... cute."

Ursa softly smiled. "Good luck. Be better than me." Ursa placed another kiss on her cheek before getting up and leaving.

The next morning, Ursa was gone.