Zuko can’t even imagine what you feel right now— he feels awkward, a bit uncomfortable and some sort of tight guilt in his chest. He assumes that finding out your soulmate is the Fire Nation Prince can’t be good. His father has done so much evil to all the other nations, so he wouldn’t be too surprised if you hate him too.

“I can only assume this is a lot for you, I’m assuming you might have some ill will towards me— but I hope I can show you different.” Zuko states, trying to let a softer side of himself show. If he was honest, he wouldn’t have brought you here— he would’ve assumed you wouldn’t want to see him because of his father and the way he used to act, but he’s changed.