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[It had taken some time, but after enough tinkering and watching others, Rin has finally figured out how this technology works. Which is a step in the right direction, right?]

Ugh. How do you people stand this place? It is just absolutely disgusting inside out, no one seems to take any kind of manners about this place and no one seems to believe you if you tell them you deserve some form of respect. I ~~was~~ AM still a princess, the next in line to become ruler of the Yellow Country and yet no one around here believes a word of it! I do not appreciate being talked down to as if I am some kind of child who has not a clue as to how the world works, I have studied and I have seen things that many have not seem. I am a capable ruler and am a capable member of the royal family, I do not appreciate being treated in any different manner!

And this... this gallivanting about the place is absolutely ridiculous and uncalled for, if one is here to learn, then they should do everything in their ability to get out of here as soon as possible with all the information necessary. Instead people are leeching off the system like common beggars and making the rest of us seem just as bad. Disgusting. Absolutely and undeniably disgusting.

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Then I hope you're quite ready to be on the streets, on your own, and with even less respect than I am offering you. You see, I am actually giving you quite a bit of it. I am being honest. I'm not coddling you or sugar-coating the truth to protect you. It's probably the greatest courtesy you've gotten in your pampered and sheltered life.

You don't always get the luxury of going with someone. Often, you may end up on a small enough mission to go alone, because that's all that can be afforded. A single mercenary. So then, you'd be on your own. And if you're not trained in combat, then you're pretty much dead if things go wrong. Or worse--you're captured and tortured for weeks on end.

But go on. Keep trying to act like you know what it's like to come down from your ivory tower and deal with people. Keep saying I'm rude when I have offered you the single greatest asset you can have here: brutal honesty.

It's quite amusing that you still think yourself better than anyone when you are, in fact, acting like a big, spoiled brat throwing a tantrum because she might break a nail or get dust on her dress.

- Instructor Ardos

Oh, because obviously if you're royalty you haven't dealt with people outside of a formal setting. Of course. Assume, by all means keep assuming you know a single thing about me.

Do continue to tell me how you think I am when you know not a single thing about me other than things I've said while in a state of duress and distress. Because that is clearly the way to judge me when you only know that much and nothing outside of it. Nice to know that rash decisions and judgement about someone because of ranking is still alive and well and that situational things aren't taken into account at all.

But that also comes with me expecting for you to care about anything other than being right in some warped way of meaning. Now, if you will excuse me, I have better things to deal with that your supposed "honesty".

[Really, she's still watching this despite what she says and any hit on her ego will draw her back in about two seconds flat.]

I assume only what you have given me. And really, princess, the fact that you take such offense tells me it's true.

Yes, you're distressed and under duress. But I've found that people show their true colors then--who they really are. As I've said, your situation is exactly the same as mine was when I first arrived. As it is for everyone else when they first arrive. You're not better or worse than anyone, not that you seem to think so. But go on. Run away.

It's probably all you'll ever be good for.

- Instructor Ardos

[Oh he did not. So much for leaving.]

Take that back right now. [That is all he is getting for the moment, one track mind.]

That's better.

In this world, Princess, you won't be given the luxury of backing down by running away often. It could easily cost you your life. There is tactical retreat, and there is running because you feel personally insulted. If you want to make it here, you're going to have to learn to separate your emotions from a situation and use strictly logic.

- Instructor Ardos

[Deep breaths, Rin, deep breaths.]

Tactical retreat can come in several forms and avoiding a conflict in a situation where one would not be attacked for backing down can still influence emotion if it comes to it. Seeing what your opponent can do and knowing when a battle has been lost and not embarrassing yourself due to who you are up against is a smarter move than continuing in an unwinnable situation.

Alternatively avoiding a situation going from bad to worse if emotions play more into the answers than you would like. Thus tactical retreats are more than what they appear on the surface.

Let me rephrase: as an offworlder, you will have less opportunity to practice a tactical retreat in many of those situations. Retreat should not be anywhere near the top of your list. You'll learn other tactics as you take classes, but I do have one big tip for you: deflect instead of defend. It is better that it roll off your back like water than for you to get emotionally worked up. That is how mistakes are made.

Anyway, do you need help deciding which classes to take or aid in deciding on a major?

- Instructor Ardos

I... suppose that would make the most sense, wouldn't it? Not letting your opponent know you hit a sore spot instead of trying to cover that spot up via showing it to them and saying why it isn't one when it clearly is.

From the options I was shown I was leaning towards International Business as it sounded closest to what I am used to and did not involve being directly on the front lines all that often.

Exactly.

I would definitely consider a psychology course, and pay great attention to the history and culture courses. No matter what major, you'll need them.

Combat courses are mandatory. I suggest, over break, you test out weapons offered and find the one most suited to both your body type and strengths.

-Instructor Ardos

Psychology...? [That's a new one for her, but it's caught her curiosity at least.] Mm. Understandable, there's bound to be culture and history clashes compared to what I am used to, just judging by the technology here alone.

As for weaponry, what is there? All I have seen back home were bladed weapons, flails, archery, and hammers.

Bladed weapons, projectiles and firearms, blunt weapons and martial arts are the options.

- Instructor Ardos

[Give her a moment, trying to figure out what on Earth firearms are.]

Forgive me if I sound ignorant, but what are firearms?

Think a crossbow, but even more high-tech.

- Instructor Ardos

That... that sounds rather impossible to me, but other worlds, I suppose.

It's much simpler than it seems.

- Instructor Ardos

Is it? Do tell me, does it require a lot of physical prowess to use?

Depends on the gun. A small handgun, not so much. Something larger will have you facing recoil.

- Instructor Ardos

Worth looking into if it's something that can easily be concealed, as well. If one is working anything political they should always have some sort of security on them. Whether it be a guard or a small blade concealed on their form.

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