( she'll likely never admit it, but. bolin's faith in her instruction, even when she's a quarter of who she usually is is. reassuring. warming, even, tickling her down to the marrow of her bones, kissing her palms and licking the worn heels of her feet. she knows bolin to be a bottomless pit of praise and good nature, but - she also knows him to be genuine, absolutely sincere in everything he does. )

Alright!

( fired up!! ... but. really. air isn't about getting all pumped, it's about being thoughtful, considerate. having a lot of introspection, being sure of self. )

Sit with me first.

( she sinks down into a proper meditative position, waiting for bolin to do the same. )

You know ... I was thinking Air would be hard for you, since you're naturally the opposing element, but now that I'm thinking about it? You're gonna be an amazing Airbender. ( she smiles at him, shoulders going slack. relaxation. ) When I studied Earth, the Masters all wanted perfection, bending according to the books. But — believe it or not, you're actually the first person who ever taught me to mix and match the elements together! Do you remember? The moves you did in pro-bending, all light on your feet and with quickfire movements. That's Airbending, I swear!