But of course. That's just the sort of man he is.

[she agrees without a hint of hesitation. no harm being honest on this point.]

I mean, if he hasn't done the same to you already. I don't know what kind of torment he inflicts in the classroom.

[even if she did know he had a softer side, she'll let Dante gossip to her. it's giving him enough joy as it is and keeping him from having to talk to people he has to avoid, and she's entertained.]