Re: Palace, OTA
The Firelord nodded to Xiu Mei politely if curtly but in genuine thanks. He appreciated her stability of the floor and the protection overhead. The questions and comments flew at him; he chose to answer the ones most pertinent--time was of the essence.
"I've already sent for the court earthbenders to stabilize the magma channels and chamber," he told Xiu Mei.
To Kozu he said, "Your mother is fine, though she is looking for all three of you. Princess Xiu Mei, please help Kozu and Zuma find Azah and my wife. Prince Kozu, once you're all found, get out of here. I am counting on you and Azah to help within the city and the people however much you can.
"Princess Zuma--stay with your brother and do not argue with him." Because if the girl would listen to anyone without question, it was her brother.
"Now, all of you--GO!"
Orders given, he turned and dashed down the hall. The earthbenders could do much to help with the magma, but the substance was molten rock: the combination of fire and earth. He could cool the magma enough to slow it and give the earthbenders more time to reinforce the natural stone.