Hey Guys! This is my first Korra fic and I'm so excited :D
I am a Makorra shipper but I have a soft spot for Korroh, I don't know why.
I've had this idea for awhile and now I'm finally typing it up :)
Disclaimer: I don't own Legend of Korra
After their water bending session, Katara had some news to give to her student, Korra, the Avatar.
"Korra, I need to speak with you." Katara said to her student.
The little 9 year old gazed up at her teacher with wide eyes "Yes Master Katara?"
Katara smiled down at the young avatar, whose eyes had the same determination and sparkle as Aang.
"We will be having very special guest arriving today." Katara said.
Korra's eyes brightened as she spoke. There hadn't been any real visitors to the South Pole in years, the white lotus did not count really, they had to be there. "Who is it Master Katara?" the young girl asked.
"Lord Zuko and his grandson, Prince Iroh."
Korra's eyes brightened "You mean your friend Zuko? Is he going to teach me fire bending?" she asked jumping up and down.
Katara laughed and patted her head "I'm afraid not my dear, Lord Zuko is here on vacation actually and to visit as a friend."
"Oh" Korra said, her excitement dimming down.
"Do not worry dear I'm sure Prince Iroh can show you a thing or two." Katara said.
Korra once again smiled brightly. Katara smiled and noticed the fire nation ship approaching.
"Come now, Korra, let's go greet our guests."
Both water benders headed to the gate of the compound. "Chen, open the gates." Katara called out.
The gate guard opened the gates without a hassle, not questioning where the Water bending Master was taking her student.
Katara grabbed Korra's hand and they both walked to the docks where the ship waited.
"Remember your manners, Korra." Katara warned. The young girl nodded and waited for their guest to arrive impatiently.
Soon two figures headed their way. "Zuko!" Katara cried walking towards them.
Katara hugged the older firebender who chuckled "Hello Katara." He said smiling. The retired Fire Lord, was the same as he was all those years ago.
"How are you old friend?" Katara asked pulling away.
He grinning "I am well and you? I heard you were training the Avatar?" he asked then looked down noticing Korra.
"Who are you young one?" he asked.
Coming from behind Katara, Korra puffed out her chest "I'm the Avatar and you gotta deal with it!" she said forming a water ball in one hand and a small fire flame in the other.
Zuko chuckled and looked at Katara "She is definitely your student."
Katara rolled her eyes "Where is Iroh? I've been dying to meet the young Prince!" she asked.
Zuko turned around and saw his 12 year old grandson with his arms wrapped around his body and using his breath of fire to keep himself warm. "Iroh." Zuko called.
The young boy ran to his grandfather with a smile on his face "Yes Grandfather?" he asked.
Zuko nudged his head in Katara's direction "Do not be rude, Iroh, introduce yourself to our hosts."
Iroh quickly nodded then bowed to Katara "It is a pleasure to meet you Master Katara." He said then looked back at his grandfather who nodded approvingly.
Then the Prince turned to the young girl who was staring at him in wonder. "Hello, I'm Iroh." He said smiling with his hand out.
Korra stared at his hand then leaned over to Katara who was watching with amusement "What does he want me to do with his hand?" she asks.
Katara laughed along with Zuko "He wants you to shake it dear."
Korra cocked her head to the side "Why."
"It a way to be polite in the Fire Nation." She said.
Korra nodded her head in understanding then turned back to Iroh who still had his hand outstretched, cautiously Korra reached out and grabbed his hand, shaking it softly.
"What's your name?" Iroh asks politely.
Katara could see that this young boy was going to be such a gentleman, just like his Grandfather.
"Korra." She said smiling "Do you want to go penguin sledding with me?"
Iroh looks over at his grandfather seeking permission, Zuko had a unreadable expression on his face "It is improper for a Prince to go Penguin sledding." He said but then smiled "but I think we can make an exception."
Both kids jumped up in the air and cheered. "Follow me!" Korra said and began to run towards a hill with Iroh on her heels.
Zuko and Katara both chuckled before turning to each other. "We have a lot to catch up on." Zuko said then held his arm out for her to hold. Katara smiled before she held on to his arm and they began to walk into the compound "Yes we do old friend."
The children ran up the hill until the saw the heard of Penguin Otters squawking around. Iroh leaned over to Korra "How are we supposed to catch one?" he asked.
She turning to him and grinned before pulling two pieces of fish out of her parka "Like this." She said then handing one to Iroh.
Korra ran down into the heard and quickly got their attention, she giggled as the penguins surrounded her. "Come on Iroh!" she called out.
Cautiously the Prince walked down the hill and also got the attention of the penguins. He laughed as they licked at his hand.
Soon both children we sledding down the hill laughing freely. "'Wow I haven't had this much fun in a while!" Iroh called out.
Korra smiled over at him "Prepare for the ultimate vacation then Princey!" she said giggling as they continued to ride the penguins.
"I almost won there Korra!" Iroh said smugly as they walked back to the compound.
The young avatar rolled her eyes "But you didn't." she said.
He huffed and crossed his arms "Just wait til next time."
Korra laughed as they entered the compound and saw Katara and Zuko sitting by the training grounds having tea.
"Grandfather!" Iroh called out running over to Zuko.
Zuko smiled at his grandson "What is it Iroh."
"I almost beat the Avatar at Penguin Sledding!" he said proudly.
His grandfather chuckled, it reminded him of his younger self when he first visited the South Pole, when he almost beat a certain water bender. "Really now?" he asked.
Iroh nodded his head "Yeah, next time I'm going to win." He said crossing his arms.
Korra once again rolled her eyes "We'll see Princey."
That's how the rest of the summer went, Iroh and Korra would penguin sled, argue about who won, fire bend train with Zuko, who began to teach Korra the basics of fire bending, then have tea with Katara and Zuko.
Korra was glad she mad not one but two new friends, Lord Zuko was now one of her friends. She told him that one day after they had tea causing the retired Fire Lord's eyes to shine.
All good times must end though, it was the end of summer and Zuko and Iroh had to leave back to the Fire Nation.
Korra hated goodbyes, she hated when she had to say goodbye to her parents the day they took her to the compound, she hated saying goodbye to her tribe, and now she had to say goodbye to her new friends.
Zuko noticed Korra's angry expression and bent down to pick up her chin "Do not worry young one, Iroh and I will be back soon for our next vacation. I promise." He said. Korra pouted but reluctantly nodded her head.
Iroh stood in front of his friend sadly but stood tall "I will write to you Avatar Korra, don't worry I won't ever forget you." He said, making her a promise.
Korra smiled then pulled the Prince into a hug, her tiny arms wrapping around his waist. At first he was shocked, he wasn't one for hugs especially with girls, but for some reason Korra was an exception.
"Iroh time to go." Zuko said behind him.
The Prince and the Avatar let go of each other and smiled "Don't forget to write!" Korra said as he began to walk away.
He glanced back slightly "Wouldn't dream of it!"
Zuko and Iroh waved from the ship as Katara and Korra waved from the ice. Katara put a hand on Korra's shoulder as the Avatar watched her new friends sail away.
Anyone notice the Zutara in there? ;)
This isn't going to be a long fic but sometimes I prove myself wrong :/
Hope you guys liked it :)
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