[ YES INDEED. The impossible task of bringing up Bruce's self-worth is a GO. ]

I took a week to settle in, so I think I'm settled enough. Thank you. The only thing I needed from you was to meet you, and since we've accomplished that...I'm pretty sure I'll be fine.

[ Ender smiles earnestly. While he doesn't have full trust in adults, Bruce does seem like someone he wants to work with. ]

I don't want to keep you, though, if you're busy.