Then she will be taught.

Eventually, their school-sponsored combat training comes to a close.

"Same time tomorrow?"

"Definitely. Most fun combat training I've ever had."

School ends, without much fuss, as it usually does.

Solvei can go home, if she so pleases.

It may also please her to engage in some sort of extracurricular activity.

She's heard good things about photography club.

Heeere's Danny.

"Solvei, I didn't know you were joining us."

"Yeah, she was here last week, while you were working on that project. Are you going to be a permanent fixture, Solvei?"

"I'm still deciding which clubs I want to join. Could be!"

"That makes sense. You should look around before picking anything."

"I'm sure we can offer something unique."

"Everyone can offer something unique. It's part of the joy of being human."

"Aren't you in fencing with Allison? You might be stretching yourself a bit too thin."

"Solvei can manage two clubs, that's nothing. Maybe talk to her when she has six."

"Matt gets me."

"Honestly, I mostly use this as an opportunity to collaborate with people, but it's a lot of critiquing each other's stuff. Unless you're interested and want to pick it up, it might not be worth coming around."

"It's a legitimately interesting art form and I'm intrigued!"

Much discussion of technical and artistic details ensues.

And then Solvei must go home.

"Solvei, do you want to grab a cup of coffee?"

"Sure!"

"You guys have fun. See you tomorrow."

They visit the Friendly Neighborhood Cafe.

Solvei can order food if she likes, but Matt orders espresso.

Solvei orders tea. "Technically not coffee. I hope you'll forgive me."

"Shameful. I, with wings as swift as meditation or the thoughts of love, may sweep to my revenge."

He sips his drink.

"I find thee apt." She sips her tea.

"The last decent cup of tea for many days- how is being in a backwater town like this treating you?"

"I'm liking it so far!"