[He waits patiently for the thoughtfulness to pass, and the solution posed is good. Horikawa doesn't mind a spar that approaches so soon at all, since there's never too much of an opportunity to stretch his legs in such a way. Especially against someone whose tactics he admires the most. He's quick to agree to all of Hijikata's proposals, adding on just a couple of his own.]

That sounds good, Hijikata-san! I'll keep an eye out for somewhere if we pass it. If we don't find anywhere, I thought I remembered places outside to spar at the dojo, so I'm sure there's a good place either way! In that case, I look forward to it.

[Sparkle sparkle, as they walk.]