[OOC] A Symphony of Elements

[SoleAccord]

Basically they're inherently wrong because they are playing God, yeah. Bolin and Korra can meet a new firebender at the arena, which will push Korra more and more into wanting in on Lin's investigation. That can either result in Lin declining and Tenzin encouraging her to continue her training so she can bend fluently again, or them including her. I see the former happening, much to her dismay.

Redemption for the 'bad' people in Republic City that lost it. If they change, maybe she'd give them back, but it's a face to face thing she'd need to do with everyone.

If Asami is to force two good people to drink a mixture, I think maybe Xana should offer at least a small hint as to what it's meant to accomplish. For all she knows it might take theirs away, even if Xano himself said that Tenzin and Lin are people he'd rather work with than against and he has respect for them both. I think if Xano and Xana are ready to test the youth serum on others, they could ask Asami if she would like to provide it to them personally. The actions that are meant to take place all depend on when things are done. Tenzin would never accept the serum willingly since these people are responsible for his wife passing.

[Genkai]

I think Lin would refuse Korra's offer until she knew more about what was going on. Korra is still pretty weak and shouldn't be charging head first into things again. Lin is also sure Tenzin wouldn't approve either. After just losing his wife, he shouldn't have to see Korra in danger so soon. I think Lin would keep Korra informed if she knew Korra could listen and discuss without wanting to go out and kick down doors for answers.

Oooh, that would be interesting. I think them eventually confronting Xano and Xana would be intense.

I meant to mean that Xana would tell Asami it would help them, as well as the city's future. I think Asami would def hesitate but considering Xana seems less crazy than Xano at that point, she'd trust her. I almost feel like Xana would be developing the youthful drink on her own without Xano even knowing about it. Since if he found out, he'd of course want to turn a profit.

[SoleAccord]

Sounds good.

I think Xano would give it to those the world still needs, and of course contaminate his sister's mixture and sell it to the rich as a constant source of funding for their projects. Asami should probably sneak it. I don't know about Lin but Tenzin wouldn't do it willingly. It goes against everything he believes in. Of course when he wakes up to Lin's smoking hot 25-30 year old ass I think his tune might waver a little.

[Genkai]

That is true, he would surely want to give it to those who could advance the world who are close to dying (sorry Aang, too late bud). I think Xano's approach while harsh and seemingly selfish, is at least logical. You can't make medical advancements on an empty budget. So either Asami could sneak some or Xana would give her some, either way when Lin is changed, she's gonna be metal bending all over the city like a sleek badass and everyone who works under her is gonna be like "DAMN."

[SoleAccord]

Yeah, and at least Xano isn't out to intentionally ruin anyone's lives, he just has a radical idea of how the world should really be.

While Lin is running around with her new youth and getting all the attention from the boys, Tenzin's just going to modestly head to work, and shop, and do mundane things without trying to make it out to be a big deal. But when he's home he might run around on an air sphere and have fun XD

[Genkai]

You know his kids would get a kick out of their young father having fun. XD Though there is still HOW do Lin and Tenzin cross that line that seems to blur every so often?

[SoleAccord]

By line do you mean their relationship being ex-lovers?

[Genkai]

Yeah, they'll be young but there should probably be something to sort of bring Tenzin and Lin together as "more" now.

[SoleAccord]

I think that's something that will be in their hands. They were in love with each other once. With the cases appearing and Lin growing closer with Tenzin's family, I'd say it might be a natural occurrence if they cross the line. Given the standing of the two, I'd bet on Tenzin initiating any sort of contact beyond their friendship. Whether unknowingly or knowingly, he may either confess to Lin or just initiate some form of affectionate display - a kiss, a hand brushing her cheek, a sincere "I love you" before bed, etc.

[Genkai]

You're killing me already! *sobs on the floor*

I think it would be better if Tenzin did cross the line first. Lin wants to respect him, his memory of Pema, and the kids. And I know by then she and kids will be close and used to each other, but part of Lin will always feel like an outsider when it comes to happiness. I just hope by then, she lets herself accept it without trying to talk Tenzin out of it. I know from experience that the more you like someone and want a future together, that when it actually happens, it throws you off and you find yourself doubting how real it is and if the other person has wanted it as much as you've dreamed about it.

[SoleAccord]

I agree with just about everything. So Tenzin, at some point in the future, will make it clear to Lin, in some way, that he is in a sort of infatuated trance with her again. The easiest way into his heart is to love his kids and Lin's gone above and beyond for his family already. I don't know how it'll start, yet I'll admit I'm a fan of the 'sudden kiss' trope if done well. Unsure if this will come before or after their transformation.

[Genkai]

Secretly Lin is a really good baker and for Tenzin's birthday, she makes him a super kickass cake and smaller cakes for the kids because otherwise they'll whine about not getting a big enough piece like someone else. Then when she is cleaning up, Tenzin just goes up and puts his arms around her from behind and then turns her around to kiss her.

...I mean nothing. >__>' I'm sure the timing will be good whenever it happens, these two already have plenty of history, and so far things will smooth out for Tenzin (the city, not so much...).

This post is gonna be massive I can just sense it, there's no way it's getting done tonight.

[SoleAccord]

Wowzah. If you have all that in mind already for a possible confession, I imagine you're going through with Pema telling Tenzin to move on knowing her passing would kill him inside? Or was it that Pema would ask Lin to take care of him knowing she loved him all those years?

Don't rush it. Mine took a few days, Tenzin was two of them. Fuck that was hard...

[Genkai]

I'm not sure what I want to do with Pema and Lin yet. I want them to resolve their shit. I want Pema to admit she shouldn't have moved in on Tenzin but I want Lin to tell Pema that she (Lin) should have given Tenzin more attention and that she understands how happy they are together and that Lin is happy for Pema giving Tenzin that much. I think I'm leaning towards both Pema telling Lin to take care of Tenzin but also for Tenzin to find happiness for the kids, as well as himself and to know that she (Pema) was so happy to meet such a kind man, etc. I assume Tenzin would be in the room yeah, just off to the side or something.

It was worth it though. Hard work finally pays off! (I'm looking at you, math)

[SoleAccord]

The hardest part of the conversation is hearing Pema say that, since it'll sound as though she's surrendering herself to death. At this point, no matter his optimism, no one would understand her own mortality than Pema right now, so he can't bear to lie to her and say they're close to some kind of breakthrough. Katara was his last card to play as far as keeping her stable, and even she couldn't find a way to counter this problem.

I'm glad you never have a complaint. I just need to keep it that way.

[Genkai]

I think Pema already knows, she's not getting better. It might be a stretch to say Pema's body should be checked over to see if there's any clue or trace as to how she got so sick, but someone's body should surely be brought to some special hospital. I think Pema wants to just leave without regrets but to also leave those she loves, with some kind of comfort if possible.

As long as you don't make Mako an ass or Tenzin a total stick in the mood, I won't complain lol And I doubt that'll happen with us.

[SoleAccord]

God ... Lin's gotta convince him to let someone examine her body then, because he just wants her to be buried and find the peace he couldn't grant her during her sickness. He'll listen to her.

Every action and interaction has a purpose. Mako and Tenzin won't be that way without good reason :3

[Genkai]

I don't think Lin would have the nerve to suggest it though...I think she might mention the last person to die was cremated before they could look at the body, but asking such a thing would have to be done super carefully and Lin doesn't want to upset Tenzin or the kids, even if it means waiting for someone else to die. ^^;

[SoleAccord]

He knows Pema would do it if it meant she can help put an end to this. Tenzin knows DEEP DOWN that it's something that could help others, yet for someone to tamper with her body just makes his stomach turn. I think he'd let them draw blood, however an internal examination is too much for him to endure. The sooner she's put to rest, the better. It's going to be a tough week for Lin.

[Genkai]

Oh yes, it would just be drawing blood. I don't think they'd feel the need to do anything more. And if it was a more invasive autopsy, Lin wouldn't want to suggest it. Even she's not that heartless. Lin is gonna be running around the city, dealing with paperwork, interviews of people, stopping by Tenzin's probably every night or sometimes every other night, she's gonna be found asleep in her office with a bottle of scotch by her desk because it's all she can eat for dinner. I feel for the poor rookie who tries to wake her up to tell her about another call about someone getting bending and accidentally causing a scene downtown and scaring people. :/