His eyes widened, feeling Ilya's lips move over his neck. That cause a slight stir inside of him. Like his heart went past jack rabbit speed and went to ludicrous speed. He may have given off a slight moan, and his hands may have held on to Ilya a bit more.

He fought to keep himself composed as he spoke to Ilya.

"I do not want to hear you being so negative about yourself, Ilya." He smiled, not sounding cruel or demanding. "You will graduate by the time I do, because you work hard, Ilya. And I will help you, along with the teachers at this school if you need it."