29 - [voice] Hospital time again

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[There's a bit of silence, with just some quiet rustling for a few seconds, and then a soft sigh before Zuko speaks. He sounds somewhat resigned and really exhausted.]

I'm back. Sorry if I worried anyone. I'm fine.

[Another pause, and a muffled, strained cough. The next part is mumbled kind of quickly and sheepishly]

I... I'm... um, at the hospital. If anyone wanted to know.




Oh... Jackie, and Jackie's friends... Um, thanks.

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I'm fine, Gyatso.

[flynfruitpies.livejournal.com]

You are in the hospital, Zuko. For a good reason, perhaps?

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I'll be good as new soon enough. Why is everyone making such a big deal of it?

[flynfruitpies.livejournal.com]

Because we care.

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[sigh]

Look, I'm sorry I worried you. But I'll be okay. Really.

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... This time I will take your word for it. But you should not make a habit of doing this, Zuko.

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I'll try not to.

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...I really am sorry.

[flynfruitpies.livejournal.com]

Good.

... ... And I know you are, Zuko.

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Um... I'm not sure how long I'll have to stay here this time. ...But I'll be home as soon as I can.

Is Aang okay? Sokka said something about his friend being dangerous...

[flynfruitpies.livejournal.com]

Just inform me with an estimate when you know more--but I will still come to visit!

... He's not handling it well at this very moment, but he is also Aang. Aang is strong, and I will be there for him while he needs me.

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I will. Oh, uh... you don't have to.

...I'm sure he appreciates that.

[flynfruitpies.livejournal.com]

While I might not have to, I wish to. And Aang will certainly want to visit with me.

He is the type to appreciate everything that others do for him.

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Oh, then... okay. Thanks.

Yeah. He's a good kid.

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It is no problem; you are welcome.

He is.