Zuko quickly grabbed his phone to call Lina. But he worried that a few words might not adequately convey the situation, potentially causing her unnecessary worry. After a moment’s thought, he remembered someone more suitable and made a call.

“Chris, head over to the Thompsons right away. Toph’s emotions are unstable, and it’s best to take Lena somewhere else for a while…”

“Huh?” Chris was confused.

Zuko didn’t have time for a detailed explanation. “Just do as I say!”

“Okay, I’ll go!”

Chris acknowledged and rushed to the Thompsons, but he realized he was too late upon arrival.

A commotion was coming from the courtyard.

“What do you mean by this?”

“You’ve gone too far! Stay away from me, Renee, and Aunt Kaitlyn in the future! We don’t need you to guard us like we’re thieves!

What are you trying

was taken aback. It was Toph’s loud

who stood to the side without saying a

No matter how excited or furious others got, she remained

times she showed any emotion were when

However…

silent. He felt uncomfortable, so he took a

behind him. Being petite and frail, she barely reached Chris’ shoulders, and with him blocking her,

one had ever stood in front of her like this before. Discreetly glancing up at him, she took in his broad back, outstretched arms, and strong, tan

a little bird hiding under his wing. Her heart

doing?” Toph’s surprise was evident.

down, Toph,” Chris addressed him calmly. “There might be

no good!” Toph was agitated, not willing to listen,

Lena, I apologize. Can’t I make amends? And why do you keep fixating on Aunt Kaitlyn? She’s Renee’s mother and will

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