I-- [ haru clutches the broom close again, ears going even redder. ] I'm not very good yet. I just-- I've been missing practice lately, so.. [ so he gets his practice in when and where he can.

still, he clears his throat--his own cough is finally mostly gone--trying to look stern while still blushing. ]

Even if you've rested a lot this morning, you still need to rest more. We need to get your strength back as soon as possible. [ he hesitates, expression softening faintly. ] I know you hate it and it's boring, but we care about you and we want you feeling better. [ a beat. ] Maybe it'd be less boring on the couch? The TV's there-- [ now that he's replaced it. ] --and some of the others should be getting home soon..