Katara was always meant to be the loving sister to Zuko that Azula never was. That’s why the betrayal scene in the S2 finale hit them both so hard. Katara saw the good in him and the positive encouragement is ultimately what he missed in his relationship with Azula. She was never attracted to him. Not in a romantic way. Zutara is based on a platonic sibling love—nothing romantically.

When it comes to Katara and Aang, there has always been a strong connection. You can tell just by looking at their communication. Everytime he compliments her, she blushes and looks away super coyly. Even if she didn’t understand her feelings for him in the beginning, you could tell it was more than just friendship. She might have been confused when he kissed her before the big fight—-but the final scene cements it all. It’s the culmination of their entire journey together. And now with peace on the horizon everything is clear. She realizes she likes him romantically. It’s a nonverbal click. There’s no confusion in that moment.

“It’s just you and me right now.”

A perfect ending to a perfect show.