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The time ticked by slowly as Korra sat impatiently in the living room of the Sato estate. It had been three long years since she had hung out with her good friend.
There were so many things she missed about Asami, but the time it took the beauty to get ready wasn't one of them. Korra let out a loud huff as she fell back against the sofa. She always wondered what took Asami so long to get ready. Obviously the make up was a factor, but Asami really didn't need that much make up to begin with. The woman was absolutely gorgeous in every way imaginable.
Korra couldn't help the wondering thoughts that seemed to be creeping into her mind at that moment. The images of Asami in Korra's head were so vivid she could see all of Asami's features perfectly. The Avatar wasn't the slightest bit surprised how well she knew her friend's face, right down to the light scare on her lip that was usually covered up.
Especially after she had gotten poisoned from Zaheer, and Asami would spend most nights curled up on the chair next her bed. Korra would wake from nightmares most nights to see the beauty sleeping soundly across from her. The only thing that always helped Korra go back to bed was watching Asami's cute facial expression while she dreamed. During that time the Avatar had developed romantic feelings for her best friend. Sometimes Korra could have sworn Asami felt the exact same way, but always brushed off the idea, because who would want to be with the broken pathetic Avatar. She would admire her gorgeous friend from afar. Wishing she could say the words that she wanted to say for so long. If she weren't such a coward she might tell Asami that she was in love with her, but the fear of loosing the most important person in her life was a deterrent.
Korra didn't realize how lost in her day dream she was until a knock at the door startled her into a defensive stance. The visitor was a welcome distraction from all the inappropriate thoughts swimming in her head. Of course Asami wasn't interest in her. They were friends and only friends. Korra shook the ideas away as she called up to Asami. "Hey there is someone at the door! You want me to answer it for you!?"
"Yes, would you!? I'm still getting dressed!" Korra chuckled to herself before she walked toward the door. When the door opened Korra found a small women on the other side, who seemed to be a little startled from the stranger staring back at her.
"Oh... um... Hi there. Is Ms. Sato in today? I'm her assistant Mei and I have an important letter to give her." Korra reached out for the letter as she spoke.
"No she is getting ready but I can give it to her when she gets out." Mei moved the letter away from korra's grasp in such a hurry she could feel the breeze from the gesture.
"N-no I think I better give it to her myself. She said that no one should be able to see this letter but her and her alone. I think Ms. Sato might get mad if I hand it over to just anyone."
Korra stood up straight and crossed her arms over her chest. Mei seemed to shrink a little from the dominate stare. "Well I'm not just anybody. I'm the Avatar and Asami's very close personal friend. Now you could be here for hours waiting for Asami to come out of the bathroom, or I could take that letter off your hands, and you could enjoy the rest of your day. Which do you prefer?"
Mei contemplated the options for only a few seconds before allowing Korra to take the envelope from her hand finally. The door shut and Korra was left alone with the mysterious letter. She couldn't help the curiosity welling up inside herself.
Korra flipped the envelope over to see her name in bold letters on the white paper. The address was her home town where she had been recovering for the last three years. If this was meant to be sent to me why did I never receive it? Obviously Asami wants me to read it or she wouldn't have addressed it to me, right? The questions swirled in Korra's head.
She knew it would be betraying Asami's privacy, but she also knew the contents of that letter would be driving her crazy all night. I could just ask Asami what the letter says when she comes down stairs. I could also just take a small peek, and seal it right back up. Asami would never know the difference. I mean it does have my name on it, so it is mine anyway. The curiousity eventually won out and Korra ripped the paper very slowly so as to not ruin the envelope. She was able to carefully slip the letter out and read the contents.
Dear Korra,
I hope you're doing well. It hasn't been the same in Republic City with out you. We all miss you, but to be honest I think I miss you the most.
I see your face everyday and it's been years since you left. Sometimes I can't even work because my thoughts are so clouded by your memory.
The other day I could have sworn I heard your laugh, but it wasn't you and I nearly broke down and cried in the middle of the street.
My mind doesn't stop even when I sleep. I dream about you almost every night. The dreams are my favorite because you look at me with the love I wish you had for me. You kiss me with the passion I long for. You hold me as a lover and not just a friend. There are so many things I wanted to tell you before you left but I never thought it was the right moment.
If I could turn back time and do it all again I would tell you not to go. I would fight harder to go with you. I would hold you tight and never leave your side, because this separation has torn me completely apart.
I'm in love with you Korra and I think I always have been. I haven't been on a date in years, because you have ruined me for anyone else.
If I am to call out a name in the darkness of my bedroom I want it to be yours. I only want you to touch me at night. I would be lying if I said I haven't thought about us together. I think about it every night when I'm alone in my room. I want you to explore my body and feel your hands on my skin. I doubt I would even last that long, because I've wanted you for years now. Korra come home to me. I need you and I love you.
Sincerely yours completely,
Asami Sato
Korra's mouth hung wide open as she read the last part of the note. The Asami Sato had just confessed her undying love to her through a letter she was never meant to read. Korra stood stiff still starring at the beautiful words on the paper. The Avatar was so busy rereading the letter over again that she didn't even realize Asami was coming down the stairs. The CEO gigged into her hand at her friends facial expression. Asami didn't know what korra was reading but it must be something pretty amazing to elicit such a reaction out of the mighty Avatar.
"What has you so enthralled over there?" Asami's velvety smooth voice brought Korra back from her trance.
She crumpled the paper in her fist quickly before hiding it behind her back. She gave her most convincing smile, but the sweat starting to roll down her forehead gave her away instantly.
"It wasn't anything really." Korra continued to smile goofly. Asami wasn't buying it though. She quirked an eyebrow and continued prying into the subject further.
"Ok well if it's nothing you won't mind if I see it then." Asami walked gracefully over and leaned up close to korra's body. The Avatar was so distracted from the delicious sent of Asami's perfume that she didn't even feel the letter being ripped from her hands. By the time realization struck her it was to late.
Asami had already stepped back and was examining the crumpled piece of paper. It only took seconds for Asami to understand just what had captured her best friend's attention moments ago. This letter was never meant to be read or sent for that matter, but she had accidentally mixed up her letters one day. It took her weeks for the CEO to track down the letter and even more time convincing to get it back. Eventually she was able to bribe someone enough to return the it, but here it was in the hands of the person it was meant for. Asami's eyes went wide and even though her thoughts were working a thousand miles a hour she couldn't quite seem to speak. A long moment passed and Asami managed to whisper a question.
"Did you read this?" Korra's body stiffened further and a strangled voice she didn't recognize as her own escaped her lips.
"Yes. Asami I'm so sorry I didn't know. It was addressed to me so I thought it would be ok and...." Whatever she was about to say was cut off as soon as Asami looked up. The green eyes didn't seem upset or betrayed but more sad. Korra regretted reading the letter in the first place. The hurt in Asami's eyes were painful to look at. Korra looked away not able to bear the sight any longer.
"And you don't feel the same way. It's ok Korra." The words stung worst then the look Asami had just given her seconds earlier. Before Korra knew it she had wrapped her arms around Asami's waist and started kissing her gently. The CEO didn't react at first but once the gesture had clicked in her mind she melted into the kiss happily. Asami threw her hands around korra's neck and deepened the kiss further.
The taste was even more intoxicating then Asami had thought it would be. Her knees were already going weak and Korra was barley touching her. The fact was embarrassing enough, but she needed to stop before Korra caught on. Asami reluctantly pulled away from the kiss to reveal a lip stick smudged smile of the Avatar. The sight almost made her want to kiss those lips again but then reminded herself of the problem that could cause.
"I think we should talk." Korra pouted a bit at the statement and the expression made Asami heart flutter. The idea that Korra wanted to keep kissing her was enough to cause her legs to almost give out completely. Luckily Korra's hands were still steady on her waist.
"Asami are you ok?" Korra's face fell into a concerned look and Asami couldn't help brush a hand over her bronze cheek. The Avatar blushed at the contact.
"I'm fine but if you keep kissing me I won't be able to stand for much longer." Korra demeanor was no longer concerned but more smug as she spoke again.
"That doesn't sound like a problem to me." Asami was about to respond in return but was interrupted by Korra sweeping her off her feet and carrying her up the stairs in a rush.
"What are you doing?" Asami was able to finally say out through all the laughing. Korra continue to walk till she came to Asami's bedroom door.
"Well I was thinking about one of the parts you wrote in that letter and I want to see if you meant it." Asami racked her brain, but couldn't remember everything she had written.
"Which part?" Korra looked down giving Asami a lopsided cocky smile.
"The part about calling out my name." Asami eyes widened and it was her turn to blush uncontrollably. Korra had kicked the door open and walked inside with out a response.
The Avatar soon found out Asami was right about not lasting long as well. It only took seconds of touching her new lover to send her over the edge. Korra wasn't done for the night though. She would continue until her name was the only thing that escaped Asami's lips. Korra had a lot of wasted time to make up for and tonight was just the beginning.