"Yeah. They've all trained since they were puppies, same as I have." She didn't bother phrasing more carefully so as to not refer to herself as a puppy. Careful phrasing was reserved for people who disrespected her ninken, making Hana want to humiliate them as much as possible. In-clan, it was entirely acceptable to mix together human puppies and canine ones, the term practically an endearment.

Hana grinned as she watched the dogs get affectionate with Adela, playfully nudging her. They knew where their cold water came from, and they also understood every appreciative word she said.

"Did you want the training ground to yourself, or would you like company? I'll treat you to lunch after."