(My Lord, Dizzy. You certainly paint a vivid picture. I must think about how to respond.)

Suddenly John lunges, grabbing Mimic's hand as his suit returns, seizing Mimic's entire arm in thick, ropelike tentacles. With his other hand, John smashes an open palm against Mimic's nose, causing a cascade of blood. John's suit fades away as he crouches next to Mimic's prone body and whispers, "I believe you were just thinking about how a complacent hero is a dead one?" John helps Mimic to his feet and heals him simultaneously, then says, "In all seriousness, I do need your help with something. I'll come by after school." He quickly jogs out of the room, knowing that Mimic wouldn't be overly happy. As John enters the classroom, he grins, "Next."