Tao didn't hide the fact that he was bit surprised the girl didn't show any reaction to the state of his arm after removing his bandages. Maybe she had seen similar scars before, she did have healing powers after all. He just hoped she wouldn't ask any questions, he still hadn't made the fake story about how he got them completely airtight.

As the wound closed Tao was surprised the process didn't hurt at all, despite what he had heard about the Waterbenders' way of healing. When she was done the girl offered her hand to help him get back of his feet, something he ignored. While he was grateful for her help he felt humiliated enough already and at least wanted to get back up using his own strength. "I'm fine. Thanks." As he answered her question he also covered his arm back up with the still dirty bandages with an ease that showed this act was basically a routine for him by now.