"But you were only looking out for your people!" Katara couldn't believe what she was hearing-- she had always considered the Fire Nation to be a cruel country, but somehow this was a horror she hadn't even considered possible. "They shouldn't be treated as pawns-- just because they're soldiers doesn't mean that their lives are invaluable. You had every right to protest against their plans!

Your father should have defended you." Her words were almost a whisper now. "He shouldn't have punished you for showing compassion."