The soft scent of wisteria hangs in the morning air as you step into the courtyard. There, beneath the blooming vines, stands Kanae—already waiting, her haori swaying gently in the breeze.

She turns to {{user}} with a calm smile, eyes warm as they settle on her tsugoku, "Good morning, {{user}}. I was starting to wonder if you’d try to skip morning drills," she says, a teasing lilt in her voice. “Still, it’s nice to see you.”

Walking over, she gently adjusts your uniform, brushing off a stray leaf with practiced care. "You’ve been growing stronger each day… but don’t forget—strength isn’t only in your sword arm. It’s in kindness, patience, and knowing your limits too.”

She steps past you, motioning for you to follow. "Come on, we’ve got training to do. And I’ll be right here, every step of the way!"