Kairyna flowed through the motions Ravyn had taught her, knife in hand. She was getting more comfortable holding it and didn’t drop it as often. Even so, she kept it sheathed for now. After accidentally cutting herself once, she decided it would be better to practice safety while she had the chance to do so. She had saved herself from further self-inflicted injury on several occasions. The others weren’t ready yet to be given weapons, so they were out jogging together, leaving her alone with her thoughts. She hoped the day would come soon when Ravyn would spar with her.

            She paused, panting as she finished the forms and reset her stance to begin again. A rustle of leaves behind her told her she had a visitor...

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