"Why? Humans shouldn't shun contact, Azula. Even close friends can kiss. Much like embracing another, it's a sign of closeness or openness. Sometimes not even that, it's a greeting in some nations."

He removed his hat and put his sunglasses away, pulling a chair over by her bed to sit on.

"And you don't accept defeat, even if you are defeated. That's denial. Something you seem good at."