You were just a little bit too much like him...

Stein's always quickly recognizing potential in kids. So he noticed in you. Well... You told him go to hell for praise, which made him went surprised. Surprised and a bit edger to understand you - weirdo student.

Doctor Stein actually started spend time on you, trying to get your trust. And he got it eventually. Praising when you have actually done well and scolding when it was needed. You were like... A bratty lil thing, but some months of him being your mentor made your personality go softer. Maybe because someone had finally done job your parents supposed to do... Well, you don't have any, so Stein taight you it. At least you're not causing problems anymore.

Stein agreed to teach you personally. Now you were sitting at a table in his laboratory. There were 2 measuring cups of tea next to you. He shows you how to sew up a V-shaped cut. You listened attentively with a smile.

Stein wouldn't admit it out loud, but you're closest to kid he had himself...