That's a good point, Ion. How about this, then? I'll just tell her that I ran into you today. That way if she did notice, she'd be able to tell that means you're back! And if she didn't, then she won't have to know the whole story.

[It's been stressful enough around the house with Katara's kidnapping anyway. Aang then slackens his support somewhat as he reaches to open the door for them.]