But What If || Neteyam x reader

Mending Mourning

    Rotxo's Tulkun flew faster when Tuk insisted to Rotxo she was ready. She was not. As her grip loosened you wrapped an arm around her. Keeping her close and safe to your body. Tuk didn't seem to mind; she was almost blown off and was grinning with a toothy smile. Keeping your grip tight on Tuk you looked ahead. It was like an ocean breeze, however, the soothing flow of water through your hair felt more serene. The ocean water rushing to your face was enough to let you feel free. That smile of yours hadn't faded the entire time. Still watching the Metkayina reunite with their brethren.

    You had all circled about to Ronal, again she was gorgeous, her smile still hypnotizing you as before. Catching you staring Kiri gave a simper grin. Knowing you were caught you looked around at anything else. Catching your gaze there was Neteyam, he swam right under you. You moved forward to keep your eyes on him, you leaned your head over the fin. Following Neteyam with your sight you didn't think he knew you were watching him. Reeling your head back up you had Tuk secure herself back into the Tulkun fin. You quickly signaled to them. 'I'll see you all later.' They bid you farewell as you let go and called to an Ilu. Grabbing a hold of one as it quickly came to you. You veered off to where Neteyam was.

    Finding him was easy, he was messing around with Lo'ak giving him a touch before swimming off. Lo'ak flinched forward trying to get his brother back only to fail as Neteyam was on an Ilu and he was not. You slip closer pinching Lo'ak as his attention was focused on Neteyam's fleeting figure. Annoyed by two people sneaking up on him and teasing him. He tried again to get you back only to fail as he had before with his brother. Bubbles escaped you as you giggled, taunting him further. You kept making your escape and following Neteyam. But when you turned back around you couldn't see him. Your eyes darted around and your head turned but you still couldn't find him and felt out of breath from giggling at Lo'ak you needed air.

   Your wet braids and free hair clung to your body as you caught your breath. You quickly dove back under looking for Neteyam again. Your nose twitched as you saw some of Ao'nung's friends. Especially the one that looked like a knock-off of Rotxo. You may have given Ao'nung a chance to redeem himself but that was because he apologized and made an effort. They hadn't even spoken to you or the Sullys since. You veered to the right, moving away from them, keeping your eyes open for Neteyam.

    You couldn't find him, instead, you had just made your way back to Ao'nung again. Eclipse was close and people were starting to say their goodbyes. The excitement wasn't dying down, however, rather they just seemed to be getting rowdier. Figuring you should stick with people you know you were about to swim closer to. 'Eager for the celebration.' You lost some air in bubbles as you quickly stopped and let your Ilu go off. An older Na'vi appeared in front of you, scaring you out of your wits. 'Sorry, I didn't mean to frighten you.' Even though they looked old on the outside there was a liveliness to how they moved. 'My name is Ku'uu Te Ayä Holitul'itan.' Gaining some composure you greeted him back. 'Hello, Ku'uu, my name is (Y/N).' He smiled and moved his body from being upside down to level with you.

    'Are you about to make your way back for the celebration?' You nodded and behind him, you could see Ao'nung gliding away not noticing you there. 'Do you have any celebration attire?' You were now beginning to wonder why he had approached you. 'No, I do not.' His face lit up upon seeing you sign. 'Come then I shall lend you the attire.' You were about to refuse but he gladly took your hand and moved you to his ilu. As he raced off you held tight, he went fast. It felt like you were getting kidnapped but didn't know what to do. You trusted the Na'vi but you were still wary of him.  

    Catching your breath when he broke the surface near the village he brought you both over to the opposite side from where you lived. Looking longingly over to the distance you heard the man's voice. "Here, I'll help you up first." His hand was reached out in front of you. Still not seeing any harm in indulging an old man you took his hand. His Ilu turned to the side giving you a way up into the suspended walkway. The older Na'vi's hand gave you support as you lifted off. "Thank you." He then made his way up and gleamed. "Don't thank me yet, here. Come, this is my home." There was an open Marui that you had often seen closed. "Uh-okay." As he ushered you in you smelled something that calmed your nerves. There was a small light coming from the corner, the home looked as though it was meant for a family but you did not see anyone else. Nor were there other signs anyone else lived there. Except for the hammocks laying on the floor, there were two that were set on the ground. One was still hung, that was where most items were in disarray. "Pardon my uncleanliness, my mate used to help with house chores." He scratched the back of his neck as he shyly stepped forward. He started to frantically clean the mess, you wondered where or what happened to his mate but for now decided to help him.