The ground, unfortunately, won't give him too much insight. But if he's patient, if he listens, he still might catch it. The true nature of Toph steals out quietly, at unexpected moments . . . when it's safe enough to do so.

"Yeah?" The sound is still a little bit absent, but also genuinely pleased. There's even a faint smile there, if he can catch it.

"You did good, Twinkletoes.

Or you will, anyway.

Though the tall part . . . you're sure he's not Zuko's kid?"

There's a flash of a grin there, but it's quick -- only enough to say she's purposely messing with him and no more.