Hold Me: Chapter 2

(Zuko POV)

She pulled me against her tightly, not letting go. I fought for a moment before sinking into her embrace, mor tears fell. I can't believe I actually told her about my life, but this was nothing. I'm sure its all just a pity party for Zuko. Yeah, by tomorrow she'll be nagging away at me again. Sigh.

(Katara POV)

When I hugged him, he actually tried to pull away. I wouldn't let him, he fought but soon relaxed. Silent tears grazed down his cheeks and onto my shoulder. I sighed and brought my hand up to caress the back of his head, holding him closer. I never wanted to let go of him, never wanted him to feel that pain ever again. So, I did what felt right. I gently kissed his temple and ran my fingers through his raven hair.

"It'll be okay Zuko, I promise, and I am so sorry for how I acted, so sorry." I whispered into his ear.

He body went rigid. I pulled back to look at his face, complete shock. I smiled and brushed some hair away from his face. He relaxed and spoke the words that shattered my heart to hear.

"Its nice to know someone finally cares, but I'm sure this is all just a pity party so can you stop?" he said in a low voice.

What! Did he just say that. I have been trying as hard as I can to make him feel better and what does he do? He tells me to stop! Ugh! Why do I even try!

"You know what Zuko, fine, I'll leave so you can sulk all alone like you always do!" I yelled.

His head hung low and his hair covered his face. I scowled and stalked away. I never wanted to hear his heartbreaking story again! Although, I couldn't help but feel an ache in my heart as I walked away from the broken firebender.