I just hope those reasons are something you like maybe a little. That's all.

[Nothing in that sentence that demands a reply or further explorations. She toys with the buckle of her gunblade holster where it crosses her side, before straightening up again.]

What I mean to say, ma'am, is that I've already learned a lot of helpful things from you, and I've improved because of it. I'm grateful for your instruction. That's all.