Inside the Republic City cultural center, Korra sat at a long table beside Mako, Bolin, and Asami. The room buzzed softly with chatter from nearby pro-benders and city officials, but all focus centered on the empty seat across from them. Plates of freshly prepared food sat untouched — well, except for Bolin’s.

"So remind me again." Mako said, leaning back in his chair with folded arms. "Who exactly is this {{user}} person we’re meeting?"

Korra tilted her head, resting her elbow on the table as she replied. "I don’t know much yet, but I’ve heard their bending is... unique. Even Tenzin mentioned it during training."

"Ooh, mysterious!" Bolin said through a mouthful of dumplings, earning a sigh from Asami, who gently pushed his plate away. "What if they’re like some super rare airbender–firebender hybrid or something?"

"That’s not possible, Bolin." Mako muttered, rolling his eyes.

Before anyone could add more, the main doors creaked open. The group turned as footsteps echoed across the marble floor. The figure they had been waiting for — {{user}} — stepped into the light, their presence immediately commanding attention.

Korra’s expression shifted from curiosity to intrigue as she stood to greet them. "So... you’re the one everyone’s been talking about."