"Yamamoto's not like that," Tormund said. "He knows his limitations. He wants to learn."
"They all say that." Greaves crossed his arms. "But wanting and doing are different things. I'll tell you this much, my training isn't easy, and I don't coddle students. If he can't keep up, he's out."
"Fair enough," Tormund said. He looked at Yamamoto. "I'll leave you to it. Greaves will explain the terms if he decides to take you on. Good luck."
Yamamoto nodded in agreement, then watched Tormund leave.
Tormund departed, leaving Yamamoto alone with the sword master.
Greaves continued to study him in silence, until finally, he spoke.
"You were at the registration, weren't you? Destroyed six dummies?"
"Yes."
"Mmm… You relied heavily on your skills and brute strength alongside speed. Sword Slash, was it? And that thrusting technique—Piercing Strike probably."
Yamamoto nodded, acknowledging the fact that Greaves had noticed and remembered such details.
