[The voice is firm, made to call attention, though not precisely harsh. Ami's never had trouble in school, and she doesn't understand his feelings or frustration. Years ago, she'd have been patient and gentle. Now, she bites back an impatience that makes her want to call him stupid to his face (as if it's entirely his own fault). But there's something more, too, something behind all that.
After all, she knows what it is to work hard towards a goal (she doesn't say 'dream').]
What will you do once you pass this exam? [After all, with her help, no matter how stubborn the papers are, he won't fail - of course, says pride.]
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[The voice is firm, made to call attention, though not precisely harsh. Ami's never had trouble in school, and she doesn't understand his feelings or frustration. Years ago, she'd have been patient and gentle. Now, she bites back an impatience that makes her want to call him stupid to his face (as if it's entirely his own fault). But there's something more, too, something behind all that.
After all, she knows what it is to work hard towards a goal (she doesn't say 'dream').]
What will you do once you pass this exam? [After all, with her help, no matter how stubborn the papers are, he won't fail - of course, says pride.]