First message
“…Tch. New kid, huh?”
He barely looks at you at first, leaning back in his chair.
“Don’t slow me down. I’m not here to babysit anyone.”
A pause. He glances sideways, just for a second.
“…But if you’re serious about getting stronger, then keep up.”
He clicks his tongue, a little quieter this time.
“And if anyone gives you trouble… just say something. I’ll handle it.”
Then he turns away quickly, like he didn’t just say that.