Confessions

The trip back to the ship was long and uncomfortable. Kasai had never carried so many people before for so long. Lillian sat in the front with Zuko close behind her. He had both his hands on her hips and even though Kasai wasn't moving fast, he still held her hips. Lillian and Zuko haven't spoke about their 'almost kiss' but she couldn't stop thinking about it. Lillian felt Uncle fidget behind Zuko as he tried to get comfortable, "So Lillian dear, I couldn't help but notice that you know young June?" Iroh asked with a small smile on his face. Lillian shrugged her shoulder's, "I met her when I was traveling up stream." Lillian said in a bored tone. Iroh stroked his beard, "And how about a boy?" Zuko felt Lillian's body stiffen at Iroh's question, "I'm sure you must have encountered some unwanted attention?" Iroh continued. Lillian shook her head, " Well... I met a fortune teller. But that's all really Uncle." Lillian said with a small blush. Iroh was about to ask another question but Zuko gave him a death glare which resulted in Iroh pouting like a child.

Kasai entered a large shady area that was filled with weeping willow trees. Zuko was staring straight ahead when he noticed Lillian yawn and her eyes tear up. Zuko didn't know what he was doing but it felt right. He moved his arms forward passed Lillian's hips and placed his hands over hers on top of the reins. Lillian opened her fingers lightly which allowed Zuko to lace his fingers in-between hers. Lillian turned her head slightly and smiled at Zuko with a small blush. Zuko returned her smile before whispering in her ear, "Maybe you should rest. I'll take over until you wake up.". Zuko's lips brushed lightly against her ear as he spoke, "Just 20 minutes, ok?" Lillian said as she laid back against Zuko's chest. Before Lillian drifted off she felt Zuko wrap an arm securely around her waist before placing a soft kiss on the crown of her head.

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The moon was high in the sky when Kasai finally reached Zuko's ship.  Zuko and Iroh jumped off of Kasai and gathered their things. Lillian stood in front of the Lionshark stroking his soft warm fur. Kasai slumped to the ground and began breathing heavyily, "Awww, are you tired from carrying all that grumpiness?" Lillian cooed Kasai as Zuko gave her a deadpan expression, "Maybe you and Kasai should spend the night to gather your strength?" Iroh suggested as he walked up to the main deck. Lillian noticed Zuko's face fall sad slightly, "I don't know uncle. I'm sure there's an Inn near by." Lillian said. Iroh turned and looked down at the two firebenders, "Well, I would say take your old room but it's now a storage room." Iroh said with a small mischievous smile. Lillian raised her brow, "Storage for what?" Lillian asked baffeled. Zuko pinched the bridge of his nose, "Uncle felt the need to buy a 2000 piece tea set..." Zuko said annoyed. Lillian's eyes widened in shock, "2000 PIECE?!?!" Lillian yelled. Iroh nodded at the young girl, "I'm sure you and Prince Zuko can share his chambers for tonight. Then you can leave tomorrow morning." Iroh finally said and then left. Zuko noticed Lillian's cheeks turn pink, "I really don't mind finding an Inn." Lillian said as she loosened Kasai's saddle, "No, um. uh, let's just get Kasai by the Rhino's and then we will talk about sleeping arrangements." Zuko said as he marched onto the ship. Lillian giggled softly at the Prince before leading Kasai up the ramp and to the animal quarters below.

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(Just a little bit of naughty reading below.)

Once Kasai was asleep, Lillian sat on the railing of the ship gazing at the small village that was lit by the moonlight. Lillian had forgotten how cold it got in the evenings so she breathed 3 flames in her hands and heated herself up, "You should go inside before you get ill." Zuko's voice said from behind her. Lillian nodded at the Prince and then made her way to his room. Once inside Lillian changed into her sleeping clothes and sat on Zuko's bed. Her eyes fell on the dual swords on his wall, "The blue spirit.." Lillian whispered under her breath with a small smile. Zuko entered his room with two cups of hot tea, "That smells really good." Lillian said as she took her cup from Zuko. Zuko smiled and then drank his whole cup in one gulp. Lillian finally finished her tea and placed the tea cup on Zuko's table next to a few scrolls and a painting. Lillian laid back right against the wall and watched Zuko remove his armor and robes, leaving him with only his training pants. Lillian felt her face heat up and decided to turn her back to him and try to get some sleep. Zuko watched Lillian as she turned to face the wall by his bed. He stared at her taking it all in, her dark brown crop top and her red sleeping shorts. All her scars were revealed and she wasn't embarrassed by them. Zuko slowly laid down on the bed beside her leaving a full body space between them. Lillian turned around to face Zuko, "How's the search going?" Lillian whispered. Zuko turned his head slightly and met her eyes, "It's going okay I guess." Zuko said quietly. Lillian nodded and then closed her eyes, "Goodnight Grumpy." Lillian said as she yawned, "Night Lilly." Zuko whispered.

Lillian had fallen asleep and laid on her stomach clenching the pillow tightly. Her soft breathing filled the room along with the very light glow of the one lonely candle in the corner of Zuko's room. Zuko laid on his side facing Lillian. He watched her rise and fall with every breath and then his eyes wondered to her scars. Zuko couldn't resist the thought of how beautiful her scars were compared to him. He slowly traced his fingers over her lower back over her scars and felt that they were smooth but yet rough. He then traced his fingers slightly over her 2 scars by her shoulder's and found them hard as a rock but soft? Zuko raised himself on his arms and gazed upon the white scars, "Zuko....go to sleep..." Lillian mumbled as she placed her hand on his chest and shoved him down hard. Zuko was caught off guard believing that she had been asleep grabbed her wrist and then flipped Lillian over onto her back and sat over her legs holding a fire blade firmly in his hand. Lillian's eyes fluttered open and Zuko's widened at the realization of their predicament. Lillian rose up on her arms, "What the hell is the matter with you!?!?" Lillian growled at Zuko as he killed his flame and stared at her, "I'm sorry... I was in deep thought and when you shoved me back to the bed I got a fright." Zuko said as he held his head. Zuko sat back on his heels and Lillian sat up in front of him on her knees, "It's okay." Lillian whispered as she held his shoulders. Zuko lifted his head and stared into her crimson eyes. Lillian's eyes were like a fiery hell. He could never tell what emotion was behind them before it was too late. Lillian placed her hands on either side of Zuko's face, "Zuko I-...." Lillian stuttered. Zuko took hold of Lillian's hand that was over his scar, "Yes Lilly? What's wrong?" Zuko whispered. Lillian moved closer to Zuko causing his heart to race and he felt his hands getting sweaty. She was so close to him that he could smell her scent of dried out sunflowers. Zuko loved everything about Lillian, "I am a-" Zuko didn't allow Lillian to finish... He did something his been waiting for what seems like forever to do. 

He closed the gap between them and crashed his lips against Lillian's. Zuko felt her body stiffen at his bold action but felt her relax into his kiss. Lillian sat wide eye for a few seconds before leaning into the kiss. She had never expected this from Zuko. Lillian pulled Zuko closer to her as if fear of this perfect moment ending. Zuko sat back and pulled Lillian onto his lap. He held her tightly around the waist with his right arm and dug his fingers into her hair with his other. Lillian felt her body melt against his. This was like nothing she had ever experienced before. Lillian felt Zuko's tongue brush lightly at her bottom lip as he kissed her deeper. Lillian opened her mouth slightly allowing a small amount of access for Zuko. Once his tongue was inside Lillian took advantage and bit his lower lip which caused Zuko to release a soft growl. Zuko felt Lillian smirk in their kiss, 'So she wants to play dirty?' Zuko thought to himself as he laid Lillian back onto his bed. Zuko placed Lillian's head down on his pillow and hovered above her without breaking the kiss. Lillian wrapped her arms around his neck and tugged at his ponytail. Zuko ran his hand down Lillian's thigh and lifted it up against his hip. Lillian released a soft moan out of pure pleasure. Lillian wanted so much more than just a kiss. She felt her shoulder's burn with pleasure which caused her to release another soft moan. Lillian wrapped both her legs around Zuko's hips pulling him closer against her body. Lillian felt Zuko grip the pillow beside her head as he kissed her harder. Zuko broke the kiss and began kissing Lillian along her jawline towards her neck. Zuko felt Lillian arch her back slightly in the small amount of pleasure of the tease but before he even got to her neck there was a loud knock on his door. Zuko's head shot up in distress, "Prince Zuko?" Iroh's voice spoke through the closed door, "It's music night. How about you and Lady Lillian come join us?" Lillian sat up quickly slamming her head into Zuko's shoulder, "Um... We'll be out in a moment Uncle!" Lillian yelled as she held her head. Zuko stared at Lillian's swollen lips and flushed face as she sat up beside him, "Very well." Iroh hummed as he walked away. Lillian looked over at Zuko and gave him a small smile, "That was....um" Lillian whispered with a large blush "....Amazing", Zuko smiled "I should have done that a long time ago..." Zuko said as he placed a strand of hair behind her ear. Lillian smiled at Zuko, "Yeah, you should have." Lillian placed a small kiss on Zuko's scar. Zuko caught Lillian's head and placed a small but hungry kiss on her lips. Lillian pulled away before the kiss became too heated, then she wouldn't leave. Zuko watched as Lillian placed her robe over her body and braided her hair, "Are you coming?" Lillian asked as she stood by the door. Zuko shook his head, "Uncle wants me to play the Tsungi horn so, rather not." Zuko said softly. Lillian smiled, "See you soon." Lillian whispered but before she walked out Zuko took something from under his pillow and held it before her, "Do you maybe want this back?" Zuko asked as he held her half of their matching necklace that she placed on her bed when she left. Lillian nodded her head and lifted her hair. Zuko placed the necklace around her neck and then held her for a few moments, "Have fun." Zuko whispered in her ear before stepping away. He watched Lillian walk out and close the door slowly behind her.

Once Lillian left Zuko's room he fell back onto his bed and had a huge smile across his face. Tonight was one of the best night's of his life! Zuko placed his arm over his eyes and smiled at the ceiling, "The things you do to me Lillian Titan..." Zuko whispered to himself. 

Lillian stood outside of Zuko's room leaning against the door. She placed her fingers on her lips and felt them tingle at her touch. Lillian smiled at the door behind her, "Your full of surprises Grumpy..." Lillian whispered as she made her way to the deck for music night...

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"Ah, Young Lady Lillian." said an unwelcoming voice. Lillian turned to face the source of the voice, "General Zhao." Lillian hissed, "What are you doing here?!" Lillian demanded. Zhao walked closer with a large figure following close by, "You should watch your tongue." Zhao hissed as he stood before Lillian, "I'm here to gather a crew. How would you like to take order's from someone who has a chance of getting you back home?" Zhao asked as he looked over Lillian's appearance. Lillian rose her brow, "Not interested!" Lillian growled as she took a step back from his hungry eyes. Iroh stood before Zhao and bowed, "Please follow me to Prince Zuko's chambers." Iroh said softly.

Lillian followed Iroh and Zhao to Zuko's room. The large figure that seemed to be Zhao's right hand man was following closely behind Lillian. Iroh opened Zuko's door slightly, "For the last time, I'm not playing the Tsungi horn!" Zuko said annoyed. Iroh stepped into Zuko's room, "No, it's a bout our plans. There is a bit of a problem." Iroh said. At that moment, Zhao grabbed Lillian's arm and dragged her inside, "I'm taking your crew!" Zhao said as he held Lillian at his side, "What!?" Zuko yelled. Lillian begged Zuko with her eyes to calm down, "Uncle, is this true?" Zuko asked calmly as he stepped closer. Iroh nodded and placed his arm over his face, "Even the cook!" Iroh sniffed. Zhao stepped forward, "I'm even taking your little friend here." Zhao said as he pulled Lillian closer and held her face. Zuko's face felled with anger at the sight before him. Lillian gave Zuko a small wink before creating a white flame around her arm burning Zhao's hand, "Ahhh! You Brat!" Zhao growled as he held his hand, "I will be staying right here. I am not contracted to the ship so therefore I am not part of the crew." Lillian said as she stood beside Zuko. Zhao smirked at them, "Sorry you won't be there to watch me capture the Avatar. But I can't have you getting in my way again." Zuko didn't give a second thought and lunged at Zhao but was held back by the large figure who got behind him in the blink of an eye, "Do you like my new friend over here?" Zhao said as he gestured to the large man. Lillian's eyes were set aflame at the site of the man, "This is Lex. He's a Tenshi who has agreed to work with me." Zhao said with his arms behind his back. Lillian's face fell with shock at the mention of his name amd betrayl to her kind. Zuko broke free from the mans grasp and stood in front of Lillian, "I didn't know you were skilled with broadswords, Prince Zuko." Zhao said admiring the twin swords on Zuko's wall..."I'm not. They're antiques. Just decorative." Zuko said while looking over at Lillian. Zhao faced everyone in the room keeping his eyes on Lillian as he spoke, "Have you heard of the Blue Spirit, General Iroh?" Zhao stepped closer to Iroh, "Just rumors. I don't think he is real." Iroh said calmly. Zhao seemed to be annoyed at his reply, "He's real all right. He's a criminal, an enemy of the Fire Nation. But I have a feeling that justice will catch up with him soon. As for the tenshi that helped him and the Avatar, I have been informed it was their Princess." Zhao spoke as he walked towards the door, "General Iroh, Lady Lillian, the offer to join my mission still stands if you change your mind." Zhao said with a smirk as he and Lex walked out of the room. Iroh gave Zuko a sad smile before following the men back to the deck. Zuko slammed his door shut and sat on his bed with his head in his hands, "What am I going to do Lilly?" Zuko whispered. Lillian's heart pulled at the sight before her. 

Zuko felt Lillian kneel before him, "I'm going to take Kasai out for a hunt... Let's go get some fresh air." Lillian offered. Zuko shook his head, "I'll be here when you get back." Zuko  told her. Lillian's face fell but she decided that she needed to go before he gets more upset. Lillian squeezed Zuko's shoulder before leaving his room. On her way to the deck Lillian walked into Iroh, "The crew have left." Iroh said with a sad expression. Lillian looked away, "It's for the best I guess... See you later Uncle." Lillian said as she continued walking. 

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Lillian left Kasai to do his hunting off the shore of the docks while she had some of her own hunting to do.  Lillian changed into her black outfit and set off for Zhao's camp, "Lex...Lex... He bends red lightning." Lillian heard her teachers voice echo in her head from a memory of her training. Lillian spoke under her breath as she stalked in the shadows. Not to far from Zuko's ship, Lillian found the night camp for most of Zhao's soldier's were sleeping. Lillian pulled her mask over her face and proceeded to creep in between the tents. Lillian finally came across a rather large tent and witnessed what seemed like a group of men walking out. Lillian crawled on the floor and laid on her back listening for Zhao, "The Pirates have received the blasting jelly Sir." A deep cold voice said. Suddenly Lillian heard Zhao's voice, "Thank you Lex. Do have any news on the Tenshi Princess?" Zhao asked. Lillian herd a slight shuffle, "Yes Sir... You have already met her actually." Lex's voice said sarcastically, "What are you talking about?" Zhao asked annoyed. Lex began to snicker, "The Prince of the Fire Nation's 'little friend'" Lex said evilly, "What!? I suspected her to be a tenshi but the Princess???" Zhao growled. Lex was quiet for a moment before he spoke, "She is a force to be reckoned with... I can't wait to get my hands on her." Lex said coldly, "That will have to wait until Zuko has been dealt with. I'm sure the Captain will keep his word." Zhao said. Lillian's eyes widened in shock, "Zuko!" Lillian gasped. Lex and Zhao ran out of the tent searching for the intruder but Lillian was far gone by then.

Lillian flew as fast as she could to get to Zuko's ship, "Lillian!" Iroh yelled from below, Lillian hovered above him for a split second, "What's the rush-" sudden;y there was a large explosion and Zuko's ship was up in flames, "Zuko!" Iroh cried. Lillian grabbed Iroh and Whistled for Kasai. She flew Iroh to the docks of the burning ship. Lillian watched the large flames of the fire reach the stars. Lillian prepared to jump into the icy cold waters but she was held back by Iroh, "No...He's gone! Zuko's gone..." Iroh whispered as tears ran down his face. Lillian dropped her wings and fell to her knees, "No...He can't be"Lillian held her face, "I never g-got to tell him how I-i felt... NOOOOOO!!!!!" Lillian screamed. Iroh placed a hand on her shoulder but Lillian shrugged it off and took off into the night sky. Iroh watched as her figure disappeared in the distance and felt a lonely tear fall down his face, "Zuko..." Iroh whispered painfully.

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Sooooo I was planning to end Book 1 with this chapter but There is still so much.

So there will be more and then hopefully I can start with book two.

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