Well, at least there's some semblance of a positive tone from the boy. He can't help but admit that he's glad to have helped in some small way, even if Akito didn't mention it directly... and even if it was mostly hidden behind the mask that he wears himself. Yes, even though his eyepatch is gone, Akito wears a much more prominent mask, it seems.

"Hey, it's alright. Happy to do it. And I will tell Katara you said hello when I see her. I imagine she'll probably appreciate it." Or at least he supposes she would. Sokka never really asked about Akito; there had always been bigger issues of drama to deal with.

"Anyway, take care. See you 'round." And with that, Sokka heads back up into the stands to wait for Zuko.