That's good thinking! [And it's true, Horikawa can respect practicality in a situation like this. He tilts his head with a sheepish smile in response to Link's words concerning the sword, however.]

You could say something like that. I am a wakizashi, so. [He seems to finish his sentence there, assuming that explains things pretty well in and of itself. His curiosity is definitely peaked when the other approaches though; that blade isn't a style of craftsmanship he's been familiar with at all in the past.] Ah ー I'd love to! You seem very proud of your sword.

[That comment has a grin to go along with it. It's a good thing to see!]