Any arguments she had about the properties of boomerangs in water are abruptly cut off at the sight in front of them. She recognizes Sokka among them, two unfamiliar people and shadows - shadows gone out of control. The signs of conflict are obvious, Sokka is bleeding, and instead of wasting time asking questions, she goes for the one at the heart of the shadows.

Rushing forward, she firebends a burst of flame in Ed's direction. It isn't meant to hit him, only scare him off.