I consider that to be exceedingly gentle. [ A scoff. ] Don't be dramatic.

[ Meanwhile, he's still just sitting and regulating his breathing, focusing on the steady beat of music in their backdrop. If nothing else, it merits a cheekier grin even if his eyes remain closed. ]

Now, what do you have in mind when you say "better"? Wasn't this exercise rather exciting as it was?

[ Who's the coward… him or Sampo… the risk of discoverability makes all the difference in snapping someone back to reality, but at the same time? Hm. That doesn't sound right, either? ]