It had taken time to move her schedule around, but Valdis had arranged to teach a few classes at Gene’s dojo. Her first class wasn’t for another hour, but she arrived early to scope out the building, watching Zohvin’s class with hidden interest. She knew little about him, but that would need to change if they were working together here. She removed her sword from her belt, resting it against the wall, the red gem going dark as she released it from her grasp. Then she settled against the wall, scrutinizing the forms and teaching methods.