Harvey's gaze was filled with suspicion. Perhaps growing up in an environment devoid of security, he never expected or believed in familial bonds. Still, he longed for the kind of kinship that could be a steadfast support at any time and place.

"What else?" Toph glanced at him, smiling. "My brother always held me dear. I'm his most beloved little brother. Who else would come to rescue me if not him?"

Curious, Harvey propped himself up with both hands and slowly crawled over. Only then did he carefully examine the chip embedded within the belt buckle. It was a small, intricate piece, well-hidden and not easily detectable.

"Our grandfather gave this to us." Toph began to chatter. "This thing is something only the Southeast Aciatic military uses. It's handy for them to communicate with teammates in unexpected situations during missions!

"Ever since my brother and I got these belts, we knew how to use them. He once jokingly said he hoped we'd never have to use them... Hey, but now we do!

"See, this light is weak, which means the signal is weak. But it's fine. I'll send the signal multiple times, so one is bound to reach Zuko!"

you sure your brother's belt is also on

affirmed confidently. "Even if his belt isn't on him, his phone will receive the signal... Anyway, Zuko will

while with a complicated expression. In

was like a child without candy, while Toph had grown up in a candy kingdom. People like him were rays of

but just a little sunlight to clear the darkness in his heart was enough for

called out to him, but he didn't respond. Toph then wrapped an arm around his shoulder. "What's

skipped a beat. When Toph leaned

time he had

thumped, and his face turned red instantly. His hands clenched

"What are you... doing?"

you, didn't you hear me?" Toph was puzzled by his reaction. "What's wrong with you?" Harvey suddenly pushed him away, retreating to the side. "Quit touching

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