( He had been flippant, perhaps too flippant, as he always is; but then this particular topic makes Stephen Strange finally stop. She sounds sheepish, embarrassed, but in turn his tone shifts and becomes more serious instead. )

It might not ever be to the same level, but you can hone and practice that.

The injuries to my hands— I wasn’t ever able to get back to legibility. But as long as your off-hand’s fine, it can get better.

( Despite the context, there’s no audible bitterness in his voice; it’s as straightforward and frank as he can make it sound. )