Why did they break these two up in the comics, I know it’s to create tension or whatever but seriously Zuko had literally been through hell and finally found some happiness, why did they have to take that away from him?
Zuko also went to Ozai because he was yearning for his acceptance after his recent accomplishments. In abusive relationships, children may seek the acceptance of their abusive parents after much trauma. This can lead to a cycle of abuse and manipulation.
Mai broke up with Zuko because she thought he "loved his secrets more than [her]" when she learned from Suki about his meetings with Ozai in prison during The Promise saga. But she didn't know that Zuko went to Ozai in an attempt to get information on where his mother, Ursa was.
I'm just as concerned for Maiko as much as the next fan, despite everything I've seen.
Zuko and Mai never deserved to break up, but I feel like it was a little forced. (Also, it doesn't matter what they deserve, life is unfair.) Mai didn't like Zuko's political decisions. Like, seriously? Abandoning and imprisoning your girlfriend is one thing, but that breakup was on Mai. Mai still loved Zuko's character, but not his actions. Things would have gone a lot better if she had stayed by his side.
