[Oh boy, he's gone and done it now. If the street wasn't so dark Martin would be able to see how RED his face got, but he couldn't possibly back down now! He hadn't gotten a no and...well, if he didn't at least try, he'd regret it for the rest of his life. He knew that much.]

T-two months now sir! And I'm sure if I explained the circumstances they'd allow it...I've...I've always wanted to learn from you. Stories about you inspired me to be the person I am today and...to learn from the Martin the Warrior, it would be a dream come true. Please, at least consider it?