Arriving in Omashu

Traveling across the Earth Kingdom would be a long and daunting. Seating in a red leather seat was fine and all, but Data wasn't the one to travel in style. He was use to roughing it, feeling the earth underneath his feet and fighting the wilderness to survive. "This is lame..." The Young Earth-Bender whispered to himself crossing his arms across his chest as his eyes became heavy with exhaustion. A small bump on the road shock the entire chariot, causing his eyes to instantly open. Throwing his head outside, Data looked behind the chariot and noticed what looked like the entire army following close behind with weapons ready and dying passion within their mighty eyes. The nearest solider watched as Data stuck his head out of the window, "Is everything alright Sir?!" He asked with a stern voice looking Data read in his eyes. Data's eyebrows flattened as he processed the words just spoke to him. "Sir...?" This was the first time someone has every called Data "Sir" and actually meant it in a term of respect. Shifting his eyes down to the wooden wheels of the chariot, little rocks covered the entire land. "Looks like we've been hittin' rocks." He spoke with a raspy voice releasing a mighty yawn. Putting his head within the Chariot, he crossed his arms across his chest once again and began falling asleep once again. His body felt extremely heavy, and weak. "It's only been one night! Why do I feel so tired?!" He asked himself before quickly drifting off to sleep.

The ride wouldn't end there. Once Data had awoken from his nap, himself and Kuan Ti started sharing stories. As they talked, he noticed something a little different within Kuan Ti, but he couldn't wrap his mind around what it was. The way he talked now. It was much different from the man back in Full Moon Bay. But, Data gave the thought little to no mind as he continued listening to the stories Kuan Ti spoke of. Data smiled a few times while shaking his head. The stories made him feel like a child again. Stories of war and violence were the only things he was told by his father at a young age. The more time he spent with Kuan Ti, the more he reminded Data of his family back home. Data simply left one day on impulse, he gave the sudden decision little thought. He left his mother in tears, but she understood why he needed to go. She saw something special within her son, like all mothers do. But what she saw was truly special. She saw a young man that would easily cause a great impact on the world in given the right opportunity. So she respected his actions and gave Data full support. His Father on the other hand didn't shad a single tear, he gave no emotions, no last words, nothing. He wanted Data to find his own way, his own meaning. The intense training he put him through wasn't only for Earth-Bending, it held a much deeper meaning. It was to show Data, at a very early age, any challenge could be overcame with the right amount of passion and determination. And when Kuan Ti spoke, it reminded him of his Mother, for Kuan Ti saw something within Data even though he couldn't see it for himself. And of his Father, the emotionless passionate figure he looked up to even too this very day. The two would talk for minutes, hours, days, and even weeks. Becoming closer with each passing word.

As the mighty Chariot approached the gates to Omashu, Data stuck his head out the window with a lazy look within his eyes and face. Over 100 Earth-Benders stood outside the gates cheering and clapping as they worked together to open the giant earthen gate with there Bending. The Nation grew to respect Data as the Kings second. His appearance may be intimidating to most, but his easy going actions and smooth silver tongue quickly changed the opinions of the Nation with quick haste. Tucking his head back within the Crimson colored Chariot, The Young Earth-Bender released a deep breath of anxiety. It's been a little over 50 days, and now they finally reached the destination with cheering citizens and mighty name chanting. Data wasn't the type to let fame and wealth to change his personality. He was still the arrogant and cocky Earth-Bender he was before meeting the king. As the Chariot entered the gates, the army made a type of human wall on all sides blocking the loving citizens away from the convoy. The Young Earth-Bender stuck his arm out and waved a few times as the crowd craved something, anything from there hero's. Slowly moving through the streets of Omashu, the Chariot finally made it to the palace. The two met with the King of the city and was told of a special party being held in the honor of Kuan Ti. The Young Earth-Bender was instantly annoyed, after riding for 50 days, he wanted to rest and actually be able to enjoy staying in one place longer then a few days. But he was in no position to argue, he was a royal guest, and parties came with the title.

But the King had other plans, he wanted Data to meet him by the palace side entrance before nightfall. Data simply shook his head, and walked off. With a great big grin on his face. For one, this meant he didn't need to wear uncomfortable rich clothes. And two, he could enjoy the entire day drinking and flirting with the local waitresses. Now that he was the King's second, women basically threw themselves in his direction, making his job a lot more easier. After hours of fun with a few soldiers and even more waitresses, Data made his way to the meeting point right on time. Vibrations traveled through his feet as he noticed a few people all around them. He mentioned this to the king, and he quickly assured they were no threat to them. As they walked through the city, Data stood a few meters in front of The King as the citizens gawked and whispered pointing over in his direction. It seemed they couldn't even notice The King was right under there noses which made moving through the crowed streets much easier and quicker. Soon, his thoughts drifted to many thoughts about why they were sneaking through the city. Were they meeting with someone? Or was it something much bigger? Data didn't care what it was, he was along with the King and he trusted every decision this man made. The Young Earth-Bender would follow Kuan Ti to the end of the earth if they had the same goals in mind. After spending 50 days with Kuan Ti, Data still had no idea what it is he would be doing. But something told him, this was soon to come out in the open!