"Of course! Next week will be better." spoken with absolute confidence.

"And there's nothing to be ashamed, believe me. The only true target of a class is to learn. As long as you're learning, you'll do it well."

"You just have to think about the lesson. Correspondence is dangerous, every one of its symbols adds more risk. So the first step is to learn how to take your point across with as few words as possible. And how to react quickly when that doesn't happen"

A reassuring smile, fangs flashing between the now useless bandages, and a nod.