Back in the Battle Maiden Sect, Maria started to make preparations for the upcoming Tournament. She knew that in terms of talent, she can't compare to people like Nisha or Celaine. If she wants to get stronger, the best way to do so is to find someone to teach her the correct way to use a sword. Of course, talent doesn't necessarily equal strength or experience, but it definitely shortens the gap.
The first person Maria thought of was Elder Bridget. She's supposed to be one of the top fighters in the Sect other than the Sect Master. Maria didn't have a problem with any of the other Elders, but Elder Bridget is the only one Maria knows. She took a day off from training to look for Elder Bridget. Maria walked around the Sect, asking some of the Elders where Elder Bridget was before finally finding her practicing in her courtyard.
