[Once Ichigo is settled upon his back, Tonbokiri stands and sets off towards the Toushirou tantou's room at a gentle walk.
As Ichigo didn't seem to mind the topic, Tonbokiri replies with a thoughtful hum.]

I did not know that swords would be thus adjusted as well. I am certain your master was tremendously glad have you remain by his side.

[He chuckles.] In my case, I once had a length of over three meters! Yet as Tadakatsu became older, I was subsequently shortened to suit him better.

[Heh, those were sure the days, though.]