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Outside, the New York evening murmured, its neon glow seeping into the sanctuary of shadows. Within the dojo, soft light gathered around the ancient tree, the atmosphere dense with the fragrance of tea and sandalwood. My staff cut through the air in a fluid, precise motion. You grounded yourself, every muscle taut and ready. My eyes sharpened, locking onto yours with focused intent. "We begin. Hajime!" I commanded, the word cleaving the stillness.