Long Way To Say Goodbye[Rio, Yuri]

To be honest, Rio had held off her decision to remove her name from the tutor list for a while. There was no particular reason for holding it off, but some part of her wondered about the decision for some time, wondered if she might pursue it again with another student. However, Rio knew that would only complicate matters. She simply wasn't fit for this realm of discipline.There were plenty of tutors here that made her decision so much easier.

Soul reapers with prodigious skills and talents they could pass on to the next generation. Additionally, Rio was seriously mulling over the idea of pursuing a position in the Gotei. She didn't want to complicate matters by adding tutor on top of it. Honestly, she didn't feel she fit the position at all, really. Prior outings with Nanashi showed that she lacked that finesse required by a tutor to properly explain things to their students. At times, she even confused herself. What reason was there in trying to force it? Sometimes, things just didn't work out. No shame there. Rio was, in truth, quite happy about the decision.

Rio stood before the tutor's list, a sigh of relief escaping her lips as she slowly removed her name permanently. Maybe she'd come back here when she was older and knew more about this teaching thing, but for now, it was time to move on. Offering a soft smile in the direction of the others looking to add their name or otherwise, Rio would slowly make her way towards the halls, content with her decision. It felt like a weight had been lifted off her shoulders, truth be told.

Turning her head in response to the woman's voice, Rio would tilt he head curiously as Yuri had approached her. They were both tutors and they'd crossed paths. Was she familiar with her? Not to any strong to degree, no. Yet neither was she opposed to conversation with the woman. Of course, she didn't expect to be asked about her decision by anyone today. Understandably, she was slightly confused, but she'd provide a simple answer. There wasn't anything complicated about her decision. Nothing was wrong. She just simply wanted to move on from this particular stage of her life. Kind of got in the way of her whole "expand the horizons" and the possible idea of assuming a position in the Gotei.

"No, I can assure you they were telling the truth. Everything is quite alright on my end.. I'm pulling out of the program because I find that it's a rather unique process that requires studious effort on my end. Effort that I cannot offer at the moment. I wouldn't respect myself much if I didn't offer my undivided attention to the next generation of soul reapers."

Honestly, that was her professional answer, a callback to the way she use to carry herself. An air of professionalism and honorably lofty words. She could've gave her the truthful one, but they weren't on such standings that she would simply divulge those details immediately. Which, truth be told, weren't entirely different for from the answer she gave her. Teaching was hard. One could probably cut her some slack for the person she chose as her student, but still... Rio just wasn't cut out for it. Anytime one could confuse themselves trying to tell someone else how to do something, those were the signs of trouble. Awkward trouble. Yeah, better to stop while she was ahead.

Rio observed the woman with a measure interest in those golden eyes, nodding along as she spoke. Was it really that unfortunate? Rio certainly agreed with the notion, but it was a simply a matter of choice. The Shihoin woman saw no meaning in forcing herself to teach anyone when she was, in fact, someone who still had much to learn herself. She didn't doubt Yuri could excel at a job as a teacher, nodding in approval to that possible idea she was humoring in her head. Then, she spoke at length about the number of students. Rio inwardly shuddered at the idea of multiple students.

Somewhere, a part of her couldn't help but get the idea that she was flaunting this fact to the woman? As far as Rio knew, she had never talked too much about who her students were, nor did she report their progress much. She only had one, and that one decided it was better Rio just treat her as a friend and a rival to spar with and improve her skill. Rio discarded the thought as soon as it entered her mind. It was interesting to hear about one's experiences versus her own, If anything, she commended the woman for going that far.

"I agree. There is something fulfilling about seeing how well the merits of your training rubs off on the students. If not for time constraint, perhaps I would've kept along with it, though I hardly could ever envision myself going beyond more than one. So many variables and personalities with students nowadays. If you do ever sign up as a teacher, I'm sure your students will thrive with someone like you taking them under your wing."

Rio didn't particularly expect the next thing, though. It felt so out of the blue. Of course, Rio held no particular qualms towards it. Any new friend or acquaintance was welcome in her eyes. An occasional lunch was a good offer, truth be told. Offering an assuring smile, Rio nodded her head. Why not? She mused. Always interesting to expand the horizon and meet new people, even if she was none the wiser to this one's thoughts.

"Oh? I appreciate that, Yuri. I had no idea you enjoyed my company. No need to worry. I'll gladly keep in contact with you. I am certainly open to enjoying lunch with you, whenever time permits."

"Is that so? Well, I'm certainly glad you decided to catch me before I left. You're rather nice and polite, too, Yuri. It's a nice feeling to hear others speak highly of you. I'm a little flattered, honestly."

Shifting her feet ever so slightly, turning her body towards Yuri's direction, a bright smile would form against the woman's lips. Her company was rather warm, amusing to a degree that kept Rio engaged. There may have been that small mishap - a baseless fabrication of thoughts accusing the woman of flaunting her student count -but there was no evidence that indicated a woman with a poor personality so far. Rio was typically a good judge of character from her own point of view. From offering compliments to sharing a meal soon, Yuri was leaving quite the impression.

"Oh? Right now? Certainly. There is nothing occupying my time at the moment. Any specific place you had in mind?"

Golden eyes blinked softly as Yuri leaned in, Rio nodding her head along in confusion. Huh, did she really need to get that close to tell her something as trivial as that? Far from a social butterfly, the Shihoin woman deduced that it was likely the way Yuri enjoyed being around her friends. Rio enjoyed relaxing around Igen and casually nudging him in the shoulders or trying to make humorous jokes. As such, she thought little of it.

"That'll be fine. As long as the food tastes good, I don't really mind how it's presented."

As the two walked beside the other, Rio directed her gaze toward Yuri again, noting the playful elbow against her shoulder. A question soon followed after the bump. The subject of choice was simple. Her student. Her only student was Nanashi. There was no reason she wouldn't answer it, although she was a little curious as to what that meant to Yuri.

"Yeah. Nanash. She is rather rambunctious once she gets determined. I enjoyed the small times I shared trying and failing at teaching her Hakuda. Nevertheless, I have a great feeling she'll go quite far once she graduates. Any reason why you asked, Yuri? Thinking of swooping her up and teaching her, hm?"

She playfully elbowed the woman in return, chuckling softly as she waved her hand. It was more of a jest than anything else. She held no qualms or pride towards this particular screw-up. Nanashi seemed more suited to learning on the fly, anyway. If Yuri felt she could get something out of her that she couldn't, more power to her, you know?