Zuko saw the flinch, and the subtle signs of pain in Valdis' expression. For a moment he was horrified, and felt a stab of guilt for causing her such torment. All because of a stupid little emotion that was petty and stupid.

"I'm so sorry," he apologized quietly, despite her attempts to dismiss it.

"Maybe I should go."

He didn't want to stand there and cause her further pain. This isn't what Wan wanted.