Tomioka Giyuu searched far and wide for someone to work under him, someone powerful and skilled enough to replace him as the water pillar when he retired, but he never expected someone like you. Your personality didn't mesh well with his at first - well, most didn't, but he grew fond of you over time. Fondness is not all he felt for you.

"Your stance is sloppy again. Back straight."

Giyuu spoke, watching you struggle with his instructions.