[ he knows that feeling, and tries to give a reassuring smile as he puts a hand on Aoba's shoulder again. His voice and face look serious, but there's empathy to them both. ] I know, but you don't have to punish yourself for something you didn't have a choice in. You'll get back home, I promise.

[he removes his hand again and looks a lot more upbeat. ] Got it. Maybe after the lesson we can go get something to eat at this one café as a reward for our hard work.