"Well even though it's not far along yet, it's very good." Phoebe sat back into her chair and sipped some more of her tea. "So, Clary...why don't you tell me about yourself? Who were you before you ended up," she waved a hand absently, "here? I just would like to know a little about you, since I'll be teaching you." She smiled at her, hoping she didn't come off as too pushy, or nosey.
She could sense some nervousness from Clary, and was doing her best to put her at ease. They would have to trust one another for her to teach her self defense.