I'm annoyed because this isn't something that you'd understand so I don't want you to push me about it.

[ The earthbender had almost snapped that response at the elf, had his eyes go wide once the words are out, and he recoils the guilt coming to him immediately. It's enough to dampen whatever anger had started to build, and he pushes himself up as if exiting the sphere of conversation, ready to start anew. ]

The mana's not a big deal. [ Now, he's trying to smooth things over, irritation obviously not being the best way to dismiss the topic. ] I've got mana exchange down pat. Better than you probably.