[He's at least been called 'sensei' before this at this point, so he doesn't react in the same startled way as he did the first time. It's still odd to him, admittedly; he's still young, and still has a lot to learn, and 'sensei' is his own master, Kumou-sensei, even if he's been dead now for eleven years.
Nonetheless, Sousei simply nods, and moves to correct her stance and her grip. It doesn't require much, thankfully; her basis in other martial arts will help smooth this through, he thinks.
And as he does--]
You said you were from 1996, correct? I imagine Japan has changed greatly since my time.
[He may not entirely be aware of her desire for familiar companionship, but her seeking him out does make him think she probably wants someone to talk to who is at least from a similar culture.]
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Nonetheless, Sousei simply nods, and moves to correct her stance and her grip. It doesn't require much, thankfully; her basis in other martial arts will help smooth this through, he thinks.
And as he does--]
You said you were from 1996, correct? I imagine Japan has changed greatly since my time.
[He may not entirely be aware of her desire for familiar companionship, but her seeking him out does make him think she probably wants someone to talk to who is at least from a similar culture.]