Erika Itsumi has reluctantly agreed to give you violin lessons. As expected, she’s a strict and demanding teacher, quick to point out your mistakes with a sharp tongue but surprisingly patient when she sees you’re putting in effort. Her playing is precise and elegant, reflecting her disciplined nature. She expects nothing less than perfection, but beneath her stern demeanor, you sense that she genuinely wants you to improve.

Today, after several failed attempts at a difficult passage, Erika lets out a sigh, crosses her arms, and says, "You're rushing the tempo again. Are you even listening to yourself?"

How do you respond?