Mako sat up in his bed, Looking out of the window of his room, the sun was just beginning to rise.

'Today's the day' Mako thought to him self. He stood and began to prepare for the big day ahead of him. The FireFerrets had a big probending match tonight against the WolfBats. But Mako had something even more important to do before the match. Something he'd been nervous about for a while...

'Three years. It's been three long, amazing years since I met Korra. And every day of those three years I've been falling deeper and deeper in love with her. Not only is she beautiful, she's strong, dedicated and she's also a deer friend. But I wanna take the next step. I want to show her how much she means to me.'

Mako continued his thoughts as he got dressed in his usual attire, adding the finishing touch of his fathers scarf that he treasured so much. He began his, what seemed to be endless, walk to the main temple on the island. He kept his hands in his pockets, head down as his thoughts began to cloud his mind.

'I love Korra with all of my heart. And I want her to be my wife. It's weird to think about. Being married... I never thought I would be in this situation. But there is no one i'd rather be in this situation with than Korra. I want to propose to her. And I have it all planned out! I've asked for her fathers blessing, and he was more than happy to say yes.'

Mako smiled, remembering the reaction of the Avatar's parents.

*Flashback*

"Oh my goodness! Hello Mako! What are you doing all the way down here at the south pole? Is Korra with you? Is she alright? she isn't hurt is she?" Senna questioned Mako with a distressed look on her face.

Mako placed his hands on Senna shoulders, "Korra's fine. I promise. I've come here on my own. I need to ask something of Tonraq."

Tonraq entered the room upon hearing his name. He looked over at Mako with a kind, yet questioning stare.

"Tonraq, sir. I'd like to speak with you. About Korra."

Tonraq's eyebrows lifted. He nodded his head towards the chairs in the kitchen. As they bagan to walk towards the kitchen Mako looked back at Senna.

"I would like you to be present as well, if you don't mind." Adding a smile towards the worried mother.

They all found their seats in the Kitchen, Mako facing Tonraq with Senna at Tonraq's side.

Mako took a deep breath then began. "I've come here to talk to you about your daughter Korra. Nothing is wrong with her, (He added that in knowing that Senna was still worried) in fact, she's beyond amazing. She's become a very wise Avatar, and she's a very strong willed girl."

Mako took a breath, wiping his brow and continuing.

"You have an amazing daughter. She's beautiful, powerful and the most inspirational woman i've ever met."

Mako paused once more, to make sure he was looking into Tonraq's eyes as he spoke his next words.

"And I love her. I've loved her for three years and my love for her grows with every day. I want to make her happy, to make sure she's taken care of, to make sure she's treated with love and care. So, I am asking for your blessing sir, I am asking for your daughters hand in marrige."

Mako kept his eyes set on Tonraq's. To show he meant every word he spoke.

They sat there for a few moments. Senna's hands covered her mouth in shock. Tears were begining to build in her eyes.

Tonraq stood, Mako stood as well. Mako was a nervous wreck. He was sweating perfusely and his heart was beating a mile a minute.

Tonraq closed his eyes for a moment. Mako could only imagine what was going through his mind. When Tonraq opened his eyes, he looked down at Mako. He reached out his arm and took Mako's hand.

"I thank you for all of the nice things you've said about Korra. She's my world. But as I can now see, she's not only my world..."

Tonraq began to shake Mako's hand.

"I give you my blessing... and I welcome you to the family." Tonraq pulled on mako's hand and pulled him into a hug."

When they pulled out of the hug Senna embraced Mako. "Oh I'm so happy! Welcome to the family Mako!" She pulled away from the hug and looked at Mako, the tears long gone, excitement now in their place. "Korra has definately found herself a respectable man! Oh and the grandchildren! I'll finally get grandchildren!"

Mako blushed at her comment. "Wow, it's a little early for that isn't it?"

Senna was just bubbling with happiness. Tonraq couldn't help but smile.

*End of flashback*

Mako smiled again, he was so happy that they were so warm and enviting towards him. But the smile fell from Mako's face and the nervous feeling in the pit of his stomach replaced it. He remembered that he wasn't done yet. He had gotten Korra's parents blessing, but he still needed the blessing of one more.

Tenzin.

Tenzin has been like a father to Korra in many ways. Mako didn't think it would be right to ask for Korra's hand without Tenzin's blessing, it just wouldn't feel right.

As Mako finished those thoughts, he walked into the main shrine on the Island, were he knew Tenzin would be.

He took a deep breath and walked towards Tenzin's office, his heart beat increasing with every step he took. Mako finally reached the double doors. He stood there for a moment and collected his thoughts.

'c'mon Mako. You can do this. Just remember who you're doing this for.' He smiled as Korra entered his mind. The thought of Korra being his wife gave him some confidence and he reached up and knocked twice on the door.

It wasn't a moment later when Mako heard a "Enter" from inside the office. Mako took another breath and opened the door to the office and steping inside. Mako shut the door behind him and turned to face the Airbender.

"Hello Mako. Can I help you with something?" Tenzin said while still fliping through some files that were on his desk.

"Yes sir. I need to talk with you." Mako said, trying to calm his nerves.

"Whatever it is can you make it quick, I appologize but I have many things I have to go through before the next council meeting." Tenzin said without looking up from his files.

Mako took a step towards Tenzin's desk. "Tenzin, I need to speak with you about Korra."

Tenzin immediately put his papers down and looked at the young firebender standing in front of him.

"Take a seat Mako."

Mako did as he said. He looked up at the Airbender, he now had his full attention.

"What did you come here to speak with me about Mako? What about Korra?"

Mako looked up into Tenzin's eyes, like what he did with Tonraq. He didn't want to look scared, even though on the inside he was, he wanted to look confident. Mako sat up straight.

"I'm just going to come out and say it, I love Korra. I Love her with my entire being. Tenzin, I thank you for your kindness towards me and my brother these past three years. You have been nothing but helpful and kind. But... I need to ask you for one thing. Something that is very importnant to me. I want to marry Korra. And I wish to have your blessing."

Tenzin sat up straight in his chair and looked into Mako's eyes.

"Mako, I know you love Korra. I can see it clearly. But are you sure you-"

"Yes. I'm sure" Mako said with the confidence that he thought had left him when he walked in the door.

"Tenzin, I love Korra, and I could say it a million times. But I want to show Korra how much I really love her. When I think about Korra being my wife, there isn't a 'what if' or a 'maybe' that enters my mind. I want to marry Korra. I want to make her happy. I already have her parents blessing. And I would love to have yours as well. I know you care for Korra like a daughter, and I know you want whats best for her. I respect you Tenzin, but I will ask Korra to be my wife with or without your blessing, but it would mean alot to me, and to Korra to know that you are there supporting us." Mako stood, walking towars the door.

Mako began to open to door to leave when he felt a hand on his shoulder.

He turned to see Tenzin, with an unreadable expression on his face.

"Mako I respect you for asking this of me, and for all the things you have said. And you're right. Korra is like a daughter to me in many ways, and I know that you'll make her happy."

Mako was confused. "So, does this mean...?"

Tenzin nodded. "Yes. You have my blessing Mako. But..."

Mako flinched. 'but?"

"If you ever hurt her, I'll make sure you're swept away by the biggest wind storm I can make."

Mako smiled. But he knew that Tenzin meant every word.

"Thank you Tenzin. It means a lot."

Mako reached out his hand. Tenzin shook Mako's hand.

Mako stopped suddenly. A almost scared look appeared in Mako's eyes.

Tenzin, confused at the sudden change in expression asked, "Mako, are you alright?"

Mako looked up at Tenzin, "I thought this was scary, but then I remembered... I still have the biggest task ahead of me. I have to ask Korra."

Tenzin couldn't help but laugh at the young firebender's nervousness.

"I remember how nervous I was when I asked Pema to be my wife. But remember Mako, if she loves you then you have nothing to be nervous about. And I know for a fact that Korra loves you as much as you love her."

Mako smiled at Tenzin's words. He knew Korra loved him, but this was a big step. Marrige. What if Korra wasn't ready? What if she doesn't want to get married?

Mako's many thoughts were once again disrupted my Tenzin's question,

"Mako, when are you going to ask Korra?"

Mako looked at Tenzin, smiled a nervous smile and said, "Tonight. at the pro-bending match. That's when I'm going to ask Korra to be my wife."

Thanks for reading~ Please leave a comment, and There will be a chapter 2 with the actual proposal! Should be up soon!~ *yay Makorra*