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Mercedes, Dimitri enter the scene
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Mercedes
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My goodness. Sword training again today? Don't overdo it, all right?
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Dimitri
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I certainly won't, but thanks for your concern, Mercedes. It's more of a hobby than anything, so don't worry too much.
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Mercedes
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A hobby? How wonderful! I would probably get tired of it, but that's just me.
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Dimitri
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Hmm... Didn't you say you hoped to take the sword test soon?
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Mercedes
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You're right! I completely forgot that's coming up! What should I do?
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Dimitri
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To be honest, I've been a bit worried, as I haven't seen you at the training ground much.
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Mercedes
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Why didn't you say something sooner if you were so worried about me?
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Dimitri
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It didn't occur to me that you could have forgotten... But you're right, I should have mentioned it.
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Dimitri
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As an apology, why don't you let me help you with your swordsmanship?
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Mercedes
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You would do that for me? I'd really appreciate your help!
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Dimitri
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OK, but keep in mind that since we're short on time...we may have to "overdo it" a little.
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Mercedes
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I don't like to overdo it, but if we must. I'll try my best.
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Dimitri
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It's settled. Let's begin!
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Dimitri
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Don't tell me you've forgotten how to hold a sword! We have our work cut out for us...
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Mercedes
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I usually just hold the sword without thinking about my grip, you know? Let's see what happens now that you've shown me the proper way to handle it.
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Mercedes
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I was nervous at first, but just look at me now! Hya!
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Dimitri
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Ugh...
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Dimitri
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Well. I didn't realize offering to help you would mean risking my life.
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Mercedes
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I-I'm so sorry! I don't know what happened!
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Mercedes
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I just meant to swing the sword. I didn't think it would go flying like that! I'm impressed with how quickly you can dodge!
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Dimitri
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Yes... I know you didn't intend to murder me. Though that scare likely took years off my life...
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Mercedes
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Maybe I'm not cut out for this whole sword- fighting thing.
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Dimitri
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Nonsense. It's far too early to give up.
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Dimitri
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The first time I picked up a sword, I was much like you.
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Dimitri
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It's true that different people are better suited to different things, but if you keep at it and refuse to give up, you're certain to improve.
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Mercedes
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Do you really think so? Thank you, Dimitri. It's very kind of you to— Oh!
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Mercedes
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There's a rip in your cuff, Dimitri. How do you think—
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Dimitri
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Hm, it seems I didn't dodge your sword fast enough. Don't worry, I can easily repair it.
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Mercedes
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I'm the one who tore it, so I'll be the one who mends it. How does that sound?
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Dimitri
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No, please don't worry yourself over it. Just focus on your exam.