"See the proof mark on this sword? It belongs to the master who supplied the training swords to my first sword

"See the proof mark on this sword? It belongs to the master who supplied the training swords to my first swordplay instructor. The first sword I ever held had this mark — I shall likely remember this symbol to the day I die. I never thought I would see this proof mark again." Valerie smiles, her eyes hazy with memories.