Leo could that Zuko isn't very convinced by his attempt at lifting his mood-- no celestial object was needed to know that. "Well, at least this place isn't as bad, right? Besides the occasional glare from a citizen, I think it's an okay place."

He would much prefer to be at home, but that went unsaid. It was obvious enough, and he didn't want to start whining about stupidities.

At least the greeting didn't go as awkwardly, happy to see that his handshake was returned with a smile. "How long have you been here, though?"