Toph nodded silently, his energy seemingly drained, as he followed Zuko.

The two brothers drove to the outskirts.

The sky was already getting dark. The colors of sunset gradually faded, leaving behind a deep indigo evening sky.

Zuko set up the camping tent and called Toph over for dinner.

The outskirts were calm, and soon, the night sky sparkled with countless stars.

Toph paused, realizing it was just the two of them. It felt like they were back in their childhood.

In their youth, they would enjoy carefree moments together in a private garden within Irwin Manor, often camping there. Back then, the night sky had been filled with stars and abundant fireflies.

Toph's mood gradually improved, and he appeared to be smiling.

us now. I want

"Yeah?"

and Renee still make it

more. His voice quivered as he replied, "Zuko,

working out, it's best to cut your losses. Even though there's

bring himself to act on it. "If it were Pammy, would you find it as easy to say

Zuko stated firmly, looking at

a moment. "I can't forget the first time I saw Renee at the Thompsons... Melvin told us she was Pammy, and she timidly served us tea. Her voice was soft and gentle...

how to answer his question. After a moment, he replied, "People

a little scared of her... I've been having nightmares lately. I dream that she's saying I'm no good, that I lack ambition,

patted the back

used to comfort him that way, and then he would stop crying.

pain. "Toph, if you can make a firm decision, our whole family will

a look of helplessness Zuko had never witnessed before.

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