The edge of Tonbokiri's mouth turns up in a smile when Arisato resettles into the stance. He was going to tell him to stop, but if he is so determined, he'll see how much further he can go.


But when the tip of his sword eventually wavers again, he says firmly, "That's enough. Relax for a moment, take a deep breath, take note of your physical condition, and then return to that stance. Then I shall give you something to practice until we meet again. Perhaps it feels like a short lesson, but in regards to fundamental techniques, there are some things that you simply have to practice over and over." Until the weapon becomes your body like a part of your body.