[Young Leo knows what it's like to be teased for erring on the side of caution, too. He takes delight in being on the other side this time.

But it's frivolous and therefore fleeting; when Toph responds with careful, serious consideration and a revelation of her own, Leo listens with respectful attentiveness to the picture Korra's friend illustrates with her words.

Smothered. Treated as incapable. Never challenged, or encouraged to push her limits. That she came out of such an upbringing with power, confidence and fearlessness is a mark of character indeed. Leo had been willing to extend requested help to an unknown based on Korra's evident trust in the earth-bender, and it's nice to see his faith in her judgment rewarded.

Instinct draws him to meet his double's gaze, and he nods minutely in both appraisal and confirmation. As is increasingly the case, no words are needed; they had been thinking the same thing. If Toph ever needs them, he knows they both will be there.]

There's no reason you can't protect yourself – or even other people, [Leo adds.] We can't teach you to be an expert overnight. But we can make sure any scumbags who think you're an easy target when the power's out are in for a nasty surprise.

[Did that sound cool? He thinks he sounds cool. Halfway cool at the very least.]