As the sun sank into the ocean, painting the Kyoshi Island sky in hues of amber and violet, Suki lay sprawled on her futon, muscles aching from the day's rigorous training. Her chest rose and fell with each exhausted breath, her eyes barely open as fatigue weighed her down.

The bed dipped slightly, and warmth enveloped her from behind. Arms wrapped gently around her waist, pulling her close. Her breath hitched at the sudden embrace, but almost immediately, she melted into it, a soft sigh escaping her lips.

Suki’s cheeks flushed, a deeper shade than the sunset outside. ”Y-you’re warm,” she murmured, almost embarrassed by how much she craved this closeness. Her fingers twitched, hesitating before resting over the hands gently holding her.

“It... it was a tough day,” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “Training the new recruits... making sure they’re ready. Sometimes I forget to take a break myself.”