Swampy (Zuko x Reader)

17: Playing Around

"And why am I dressed like this?" Zuko whined.

"Ya said ya wanted ta help me with my bendin', so I figured it would help ya get in character!" You cheered as you deeply appreciated Zuko's outfit.

He was shirtless, wearing the necklace he gave you. He had some large, broad leaves wrapped around his waist, just barely covering his delicate parts. Finally, he had a small headband on, with feathers attached to the side; a special touch of your own.

"Plus, I think it's the best swimmin' clothes!" You and Zuko had ventured outside of the city to a nearby river in order to practice your water bending. Zuko figured it would be good if he learned how to defend himself against water, plus, he got to see you back in your sexy swamp clothes.

The morning had started off pleasant enough, with Zuko in a great mood.

"Mmm, what's that smell?" Zuko asked as Iroh stirred a thick, white porridge.

"You probably won't like it, Zuko." Iroh knew his nephew's tastes were particular.

"No, I think I would love to have some." He responded as he smelled it deeply. As he sat down at the table, you put your chin on your hands.

"You's in a good mood." You said sweetly. "Maybe we can go swimmin' later. Besides, the old man's gotta start settin' up his new shop. Ain't that right?"

"Yes, it is true. Please, enjoy the day, nephew."

"It's a new day, Uncle. You have your shop, we got a new apartment with our own rooms and everything is looking up. I think I will go swimming with you, YN. Maybe we can work on your water bending."

And now here you were. As you dove into the water, Zuko quickly ran after you with a smile on his face. Oh yes. This is going to be a good day. He thought to himself.

"Alright, YN. Hit me with your best shot! Let's have a battle, your water versus me. I'll dodge whatever you can throw at me!"

"And what do I get if I can getcha?" You teased.

"Anything you ask of me for the rest of the day. I'll be your personal servant."

"Suits me!" You cheered as you tried to form some simple balls of water. Zuko dove underwater and swam up behind you. He took your arms in his.

"Relax, relax. Relax your arms." He shook them until you let them hang like noodles. "Now try."

"Ya makin' it real easy for me to hitcha." You warned.

"Nah. I'm still sure I can dodge you."

Suddenly, you pushed the water, causing a stream to shoot up at Zuko. He went back underwater and popped up in front of you.

"Missed me." He taunted.

And this went on for at least another twenty minutes. You really couldn't hit him. Your water bending was improving slightly, but your only attack was basically splashing him.

Now, you had moved onto whipping up a good fog, to try to sneak up on him. Making fog after all, was one of the only things you did well when it came to water bending.

"This isn't fair! I can't see anything!" Zuko called out.

"Fair? Still water bending, ain't it?" You whispered in his ear.

He quickly dove into the water away from you. But as he surfaced, you were behind him once again.

"Besides. I could play a lot more unfair." You whispered once again.

Zuko gulped. He hoped he knew where this was going. He still dove away though. He hated losing.

"Go ahead. I'll still win." Zuko stated semi-confidently. The fog was now so thick, that he couldn't see in front of his face.

Then, a path cleared. In front of him was your bare back.

"Wh-where did your top go?!" Zuko's nose started to bleed just a little with the sight in front of him.

"Why don't you come over here and find out?" You teased him as you looked over your shoulder. Little did he know, you had a little ball of water waiting in your hands.