Though she hadn't said anything, Iroh could tell from her expression that she felt she had been a bit harsh. He could not fault her for it though, he had been a foolish old man to wander out into a storm to chase a ghost from his past.

"Thank you for your concern, and for coming with me in this weather. Perhaps we should seek someplace to shelter for the time being?"

Iroh did follow, though there did seem to be several of the buildings that would be suitable for getting out of the rain. As for the lightning, it didn't worry him, he had learned to deal with it several years ago.

"I can make us a fire so that we can dry off and keep warm."