[Horikawa follows along and definitely makes sure he keeps up while Hijikata takes his rightful leading place, and acting as such a gentleman? No wonder he's popular. Anyway, the fresh breeze is totally refreshing, and his eyes shine as he takes in the surroundings. Nice location, dojo! Even the signs look nice to him :) ]

I remember seeing some people sparring outdoors! Though, there seemed to be more spectators out there.

[Maybe the beginners were too shy to test their skills in front of an audience? Which is pretty dumb, to be honest, since you learn to wield a sword more for skill and less for show, though sometimes those audiences the skilled will attract can root for the sparring partner who isn't their vice commander smh smh. If it's a temperature deal then maybe that's understandable though; it's pretty warm out! Stretch, stretch.]

Have you had lots of spars lately, Hijikata-san? I remember seeing you and Mikazuki-san, but you seem to be better now!