A small voyage to Earth

The sea was unforgiving, a merciless body of water that took lives and ruined so many more. It was a deep, dark abyss, that brought fear into even the strongest and bravest of men, like a cold unforgiving mistress. Turles respected the ocean, he admired it and all of its majesty, sure there was fear of its unknown, but he was at peace on the sea, and found it to be more welcoming than any form of land he could place his feet on. The sea was his true love, and he cursed himself for being bound to an island. Most days he spent all of his time in his fortress, solving issues and problems to better his nation, so it was nice to finally get away from the water tribe and take a nice sail.

His destination, the great city of Ba Sing Se, located in the earth nation. The world was about to celebrate another festival of rebirth, where the nations came together in honor of the peace they shared. It was in a few weeks, and he wanted to get there early to, handle other priorities. He was excited for the festival was always full of fun and exciting things, even though it was being held in the earth nation. It wasnt that he hated the earth nation, but he did not like all the sand and dirt, all the dust in the air and dry heat that seemed to bake your skin just by standing in it. This was not his idea of comfortable but none the less he was looking forward to this years festival.

The boat they were on was a small wooden boat, able to hold about ten people, fitted with a sail and a cover in case it rained or stormed. The waves sent the wooden craft rocking back and forth, rising at one moment and falling at another, like it was dancing with the sea. Turles sat up at the front of the ship, legs crossed and admiring the sea. His pony tail would wave around like a mad man, due to the rocking of the ship, and spray from the sea would coat his shirtless body every time they dipped over a wave. He enjoyed this so much.

A few people had joined him on this trip, a few generals of his court and a few body guards just to make sure things went well. It was extremely rare to run into issues these days, for people were normally kind and caring towards each other. But you never knew when someone got the guts to strike out. He was always prepared for anything. As the ship continued on its way, larry the ice beetle on his shoulder, began to fiddle around. It was beginning to feel the warmth in the air and he did not like it. They were almost there.

"My Lord." Yu'ukina spoke, her soft, gentle voice carrying over the tumbling gusts of wind the sea smacked at them. She gave him a respectful bow, then stood erect behind him. She looked out at the sun, shinning brightly, but the air was cold against the demanding sea. Her eyes gazed at the shirtless Water Lord, his hair waving wildly in the wind just as hers was, her rich chocolate waves of hair dancing wildly in the wind, unrestrained by a tie or bow.

"I brought you food, my Lord." She said softly, holding a tray of tea and grilled fish. After standing a while longer, she realized that the wind felt a bit warmer than when they had departed the night previous. She gazed about, sure that they were arriving soon. She tried to in visualize Ba Sing Se...The absolutely immense capital of the Earth Kingdom. The name means "The Impenetrable City", referring to the giant walls surrounding it. It's located at the North-Eastern corner of the Earth Kingdom, wherein it encompasses nearly all space...And she hoped there was water.

She knew this boat was small, but with the Water Lord, other generals, and guards, they could easily bend their way to Ba Sing Se if the sea got any rougher.

He was calm, at peace with himself, just enjoying the ride as he meditated. There was nothing more relaxing to him, however as they continued their journey, the crashing sound of waves hitting the boat was soon disturbed by a voice calling out over the wind. It called to the lord, however it did not bother him. He welcomed the voice as it echoed through his head. His bright eyes opened, light filling them as he looked up to see Yu'ukina, one of his Water Generals, standing behind him with a tray of tea and fish. He smiled and reached up for the tray.

"thank you my dear, i appreciate it." He smiled and sat the tray down on his lap. He was impressed at the woman, for she was able to carry the tray with out spilling it on a rough sea voyage. He took in the welcoming aroma of the food for a second, then looked back up at the woman. "Have you eaten yet? Its been a long trip and i want you to have your strength up for when we arrive."

The trip would soon be over, and he wanted all of the people with him to be ready and rejuvinated for the walk to Ba Sing Se. If she had already eaten, then he would turn back to his food and enjoy a small meal. If not he would offer her his food, making sure she had something to eat. He was all about putting others before him, and making sure his guards were in fit condition.

Yu'ukina smiled calmly, nodded. "I've eaten. You need to eat, my Lord." She looked down at him, her sapphire eyes unobtrusively studying him. It didn't matter if she had eaten or not. She was too stubborn to not let him eat.

"Oh...And, Water Lord Turles, I'll protect you with my life. I don't know the meaning of the word defeat. I fight till I break then, I get up and fight some more. You are safe under my watch."

She bowed to the Water Lord, then stood erect, turning from him. She gave a few orders to a few guards, and then stood at the side, her emotions taking in the ocean, becoming one with the water. She felt at peace now.

(sorry for late reply, been busy, however i shall be more active now)

He simply nodded and focused on the food before him. Truthfully, he was starving and would enjoy this meal, however he was fully willing to test his body and not eat if it meant feeding his followers, but since that was not needed of him he would enjoy this food. With a calm and slow pace eh began to eat the fish while taking small sips of the tea. He had a firm grasp on it all, instead of fighting the waves he flowed with them, becoming one with the water.

He nodded again at Yu'ukina's words, he was happy to hear the he had loyal soldiers who were willing to lay down their lives for him. He looked back up at her while finishing off a fish. "Thank you my dear, however as long as i live, so shall you. My people are the most important thing to me, and so i shall protect them. However im glad to have you, you are one of my most trusted generals." He nodded and looked back out over the boat, the earth nation looming int he distant. "It seems we have arrived."