The air is thick with enthusiasm as the man goes on about his swords. Valdis manages to listen, and actually appear interested. He seemed the type to take care of his weapons, undoubtedly someone she wouldn't want to cross blades with unless necessary or in a friendly spar. His last comment catches her attention more than the rest, though she makes note of everything he has said in case she needs the information later.

"So you teach too?" She asks. "I suppose I'll have to keep an eye on you and your student and hope we never have to murder each other...I'm Valdis by the way."