Winter's Epilogue

"Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then, everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked. Only the Avatar, master of all four elements, could stop them, but when the world needed him most, he vanished. A hundred years passed and I crossed paths with the new Avatar, an Airbender named Aang. And although his Airbending skills are great, he has a lot to learn before he's ready to save anyone. But I truly believe that Aang can save the world."

The sun rose over the horizon and the people of the Northern Tribe were assessing the damages done by the Fire Nation Navy. I stood next to Lilly, who was just staring out at the ocean.

"You're welcome to join us." I told her, placing my hand on her shoulder. "Aang wouldn't mind at all."

"Where're you guys heading to next?" Lilly asked, looking at me.

I sighed. "Well, now that Aang's gotten Waterbending down, the next step is Earthbending." I noted. "So, we'll be heading back towards the Earth Kingdome."

Lilly smiled. "Are you sure he'd be okay with it?"

"Absolutely." Pyrae and I answered.

We joined Katara, who was conversing with Master Pakku.

"What's going on?" Lilly asked.

"I've decided to go to the Southern Tribe." Pakku answered. "Some other benders and healers have agreed to join me. It's time we helped rebuild our sister tribe."

"What about Aang?" Katara asked, glancing behind her at the young Avatar. "He still needs to master Waterbending."

Pakku chuckled. "Well, then he should start calling you three girls 'Master'." he replied, making us smile.

We all regrouped, both humans and animal companions. We looked over the city, taking in it's beauty. All of us knew this was just another stop on our journey on the course of Destiny.

Two days later, Pakku had taken us out of Northern Tribe waters and taken us to the Earth Kingdome waters.

"Girls." he said, motioning me, Lilly, and Katara forward. He held out small blue vials with a crescent moon stopper. "These amulets contain water from the Spirit Oasis." he informed, draping the amulets over our necks. "The water has unique properties. Don't lose them."

"Thank you Master Pakku." we replied, bowing respectfully.

"Aang, these scrolls will help you master Waterbending." he went on, handing him a pile of old scrolls. "But remember, there are no substitutes for a real master." he winked at us three girls.

Sokka and Tom were the next to step forward. Pakku just placed a hand on their shoulders. "Take care sons." he told them.

We all climbed into Appa's saddle, preparing to take off. All of our bags were packed and we were set for food and water that should last us for a while.

"Fly straight to the Earth Kingdom base to the east of here." Pakku instructed. "General Fong will provide you with an escort to Omashu. There you'll be safe to begin your Earthbending training with King Bumi."

Aang nodded and held the reins tightly. "Appa, yip-yip!" he commanded.

The large bison then took off towards the east, and thus the next leg of our journey begins.

With the end of Winter came Spring, but it wasn't going to get any easier. Winter was the first leg of our travels, the beginning of our Destiny. With the dawning of Spring, new trials arise.

A/N: And there's the end of Book1: Water. The sequel will be tittles The Rogue Firebender: Spring's Trials and will go through Book2: Earth. The Gaang will grow closer, and two new characters will join the group. Hope you guys enjoyed this first story and are awaiting the sequel.

~XOXO Cyber