savedtheworld | Book 13: Sunshine [Video/Action]

[It's another New Feather season, which normally means more busy times at the Welcome Center in setting up to greet the new arrivals. But today, Aang's preoccupied himself with something else: that it's been a whole year since Ikki first appeared here in Luceti, and he had seen the first fellow air nomad since he'd woken from the iceberg. He remembers that light she brought into his life. He knows that she might realize this, too - that aside from the few weeks in which she was briefly sent home, it's been a year since she's been seperated from her home. From her family that raised her and her baby brother who has just been born. So he's intent on making this day as special as possible. In the morning, when she wakes up, he's ready to give her the full royal princess treatment, and others around the house are encouraged to do so as well, even wearing clothes that look like those of a royal retainer.

That morning, he does find some time to himself to address the journals.]

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[Aang's wearing a servant-y get-up that looks something like this, with his arrow peeking out from the hat. There's mixed emotions on his face. He's sad at Ikki been trapped here and away from her family for so long - while having to endure all the stresses and traumas that come with Luceti life. But he's also sentimental and grateful for all the time he's been able to spend with Ikki and make her feel better - time that he knows he won't have at home.]

Hi, everyone. It's me, Aang. I just wanted to make sure you all knew that today... It's a very special day. Today it's been one year since Ikki got here in Luceti. Her family was only here for a little bit after she first got here, and she hasn't been able to see them here since then.

So, I just have a favor to ask you. If you see Ikki today, can you do what you can to help treat her like a princess? An Avatar princess! I want her to remember this day as... as a reminder and a celebration of all the good times she's had here and all the friends that she's made here. So that she doesn't have to associate it with... you know, with missing her family. I really want to thank everyone who's looked out for her in this time and made her smile. And I hope we can keep on making her smile for as long as she'll be here.

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[He does manage to spend some time in the day not entertaining Ikki after school. He spends about a half hour at the Welcome Center to try to greet new arrivals and such, and he also spends some time at the bakery, where he makes some treats for Ikki - while keeping in mind what to prepare for Katara's coming birthday. And he leaves some extra - cookies, cupcakes and the like - for anyone who stops by.]

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Yes, she has. Last fall. After...well. After the draft.

Oh, does she have a favorite snack? I've got some cooking to do as is, and I'll try and make her something.

Oh. I- I see. [There's just a bit of soberness at the mention of the draft.]

Favorite snacks? Well she really likes chocolate! And... really, lots of sweet things. It might just have to wait, if that's okay, since I'm already planning to fill her number of treats for today.

[Luke chuckles]

You keep her on a tight leash, don't you? Alright. I'll just bring whatever I make by you and you can give it to her another day.

We're just trying to be careful! You know... I don't wanna take care of her more. [He did spoil her more before the first time she went home. And part of him is superstitiously afraid she might disappear again if he isn't a good enough grandpa.] But that's a good idea. ...Maybe I can work in a little for her tonight.

I understand, believe me. I've been stuck taking care of my nephews and niece enough, and Chewbacca's as well. Kids with too much sugar can be a little difficult. And with the...well, time differences between you and Ikki, I can imagine that making it harder.

I see. That does sound like a lot of experience. And... I guess you're right. The time differences could be weird. I wish I was older and wiser so I could be a better grandpa.

I'm sure she appreciates you just the way you are, but sometimes it's easier when you're a lot taller than your charges. [A problem he's had with Lowbacca. Luke's kind of short...]

[He laughs softly at that.]

I guess that's right. She's small, but I guess I'm not that much taller. Sometimes it's almost like - I guess like she's a sister instead?

I could see that, but really I think you'll grow into it. Being a grandfather, I mean.

I really hope so. I mean... I don't know if I'll be able to be a grandfather that much back home. [Because... he knows he'll be gone by then.] But hopefully... I can be a good dad, at least.

I think you'll make a fine father, Aang. [There's a hint of a smile in his voice.] Patience is a virtue you have in spades.

Patience, huh? I guess I have some of that! [When he isn't as bad as one of the kids.] But thanks, Luke. It means a lot.

[Luke smiles, but doesn't say anything more about it.]

I'll come by later, and drop off that bantha and some food then. I've got to get the baking done so it'll be ready anytime soon.

That sounds like a good idea, Luke. Just drop a note when you're coming by! And maybe I'll make a treat for Hamal, too.

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