[ Mr. Fire looks a little confused for half a second, raising his eyebrow upwards with dubiousness and suspicion. And then he goes off, acting the part as if it were second nature. ]

Don't you talk back to your elders, young man! I know what's best for that disobedient delinquent of yours, and you can bet your firebending bottom that I'll make sure she stays out of trouble or else my name isn't Wang Fire!

[ It's only then when Sokka, after a quick spin in place, takes off the beard and drops the act, now appearing much more serious and instantly somber than before, though still with a hint of a smirk on his face. ]

Seriously, I got this! Ikki and I are going to be best buds by the time you get back. And I'll make sure to take Appa and Momo on a walk every day, too; those guys need their exercise, after all.

[ Seriously, what's Aang worrying about? Sokka is great with kids! He took care of Aang pretty well, didn't he? ]