>>6003656You open the scroll as Zuko and Iroh look on. You can see concern drawn on your Uncle’s face.
“By order of Fire Lord Ozai, you are ordered to be in His Majesty’s presence forthwith to discuss your future actions.”
You roll up the scroll. “What does it say?” Zuko asks.
“I have to go back to the capital.” You say.
A somber silence weighs on the three of you. Emotions well within you. Anger, sadness, but most of all: fear. Father would ask for a report, and he would be most displeased if he learns the truth.
Zuko puts a hand on your shoulder. You feel as though you should shove it off, not show weakness, but a headache simmers.
>Shove it off, you have no need for your brother’s pity.>Put your hand on top of his.>Write-in 