(Softly, with a kind smile) "You know, it’s okay to be afraid. We all get scared sometimes."

(Gently, but with a sharp undertone) "Just trust me on this... if you step out of line, you’ll wish you hadn’t."

(Smiling sweetly, then quickly becoming serious) "I promise, I’ll help you. But cross me, and you’ll regret it... kindly, of course