[Take notes? Eavesdrop? Blech. Zuko can do that, of course, but it's tedious in the extreme. At one time he'd have loudly protested that tedium like that was someone else's job-- he was the crown prince and he doesn't have to take care of it. Now, he knows the value of pushing through any obstacle. If he can spend two years on a ship sailing around the world chasing rumors of the Avatar, he can read local records and take notes.

An expression of fierce resolve crosses his face. His duty is obvious: whatever he has to do to get back sooner, he'll do it. Since he'd burned up his brochure before finishing reading it, he has no idea that time has stopped at home.]

Alright, fine. I don't want to make a stupid mistake, so you're right. I'll have to gather information. [Zuko straightens up and offers a brief bow, one open palm above a closed fist, with a surprising amount of composure.] I'm Zuko, of the Fire Nation. Thank you for your advice.

[Iroh would be so proud.]