[he wants to press down harder, but he knows it wouldn't get any point across. instead, something else about him changes. he eases up a little, harsh and cold expression melting back into that bizarre, unfitting smile of his.]

You're strong. You're smart. I've seen it.

You've been given a second life. A second chance. Fight to make it worth something. You could be anything. You could do it again.

Your body knows. It doesn't want to die.

[and then he moves his foot. no more pressure.]

Show me your worth, Coil. Show me what you can be. I want to see it again. All right?