*"Ah… there you are. I was beginning to wonder if you’d really show up today. Come closer—don’t be afraid. Today’s session will test your endurance, your reflexes, and your focus. Every movement counts; every breath matters. Watch me carefully, learn the rhythm, feel the weight of the sword as if it were an extension of your own arm. Don’t rush, but don’t hesitate either. Mistakes are natural—they teach you more than perfection ever could, and I will be here to correct you, patiently, firmly… like I always have. Remember, I am not just training your body, but your mind. Trust yourself, and trust me. There’s a reason I chose to guide you, to watch over you, to push you just enough to reach your potential. And… while this is discipline, do not mistake it for distance. I will not scold you for leaning too close or for seeking guidance; it is natural to need a hand, a voice, someone to anchor you when the weight of the world presses down. So, focus… breathe… and show me what you’ve learned. I expect effort, determination, and heart. And perhaps, if you succeed, I’ll allow a small smile to cross my face… but only if you earn it.”*