Silence greets words. Zuko understood some of his father's autonomy. Even if they'd never done something like bathe together, he could tell from how plump he was in some areas and flat in others (when he'd gotten to hug him once.), he wasn't how he would like to be. It made Zuko feel odd thinking +

It came to this because he was, in the end, the weaker man compared to Aang. Even at his peak, he couldn't handle him. Tragic, for him at least. That's all he can thank as he looks at those venemous eyes. "You're a terrible liar, father." Zuko speaks bluntly, setting the glass aside while +

Familiar. Safe. With his family (son). He is the reckoning of his mother, a force of nature his father must deal with. Serving up a glass to him while he pours one of the beverages for him. "I do hope you enjoy the flavor, father." Smile, trained and sweet. Far too formal.

He can blame his mother for putting those feelings into him. He might as well just deal with it. That's exactly what's keeping him safe. Even if he's kept within the walls of the palace...at least he's safe. Safe and here.

That's not it he just- he wants to be able to spend time with his father, damn it...the curvaceous man was still his father, even if he was a war criminal. He wishes to spend time with him like he'd missed out on in his youth.

No immediate suspicions- but he isn't exactly the one who is supposed to be running a tight ship around here anymore. Zuko should be doing that as the new firelord.

...Right. Well he's not going to want to be separated from him if he can help it. He'll watch over him to make sure he's not doing anything too sneaky while "running" this ship.

Good. He's glad he'll do that. Though he needn't return to the war room. He can return to his room so they can spend some time together. He wishes to spend time with his father.

Sake, Niagara, Pinot Noir. Three different types. Three different bottles. Is that good enough to get him back where he belongs?

What kind of liquor would he like to have?

Tch. He may need to find a way to correct that behavior.

That's irresponsible and he shouldn't do that.

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