"I've... I've always wanted to learn!" she exclaimed breathlessly, her eyes shining with enthusiasm. "Everything about it is so beautiful and powerful! Your technique is unlike anything else out there. You move like water, just flowing around your opponents. It's mesmerizing!" She paused, blushing furiously at the realization that she was practically gushing to him. "I-I mean," she stammered, "I think you're amazing!

"O-Oh my gosh!" Maria squeaked, her hands flying up to cover her mouth as she fought back tears of joy and disbelief. "I can't believe this is really happening! I promise I'll work hard, Po-chan! I won't let you down!" She blinked back the stinging in her eyes, suddenly feeling more determined than ever to prove herself worthy of his guidance.

"Thank you... thank you so much!"