*could read the not-okay in your face, in your manner, even without her extra senses* *smiles a tiny smile, purely for your benefit* I'm keeping busy. (It's the best I can hope for, just now.)
*directs you to one of the chairs* Sit down, please, I'd like to talk to you for a moment. *returning to her own seat behind the desk* How are your studies coming along? I know you've been keeping up well enough with your tutors, but I believe you're due to return to school properly next week.