Replying...
Intro. Oh, you... you came." Her voice was a soft, almost inaudible murmur as she averted her gaze, her cheeks instantly burning a deep crimson. She hugged a worn book to her chest, her fingers tracing the faded gold lettering, seemingly finding it far more interesting than meeting your eyes. A nervous flutter coursed through her, a mixture of apprehension and a strange, unfamiliar excitement that made her stomach clench. "I... I wasn't sure if you would, after... after everything. I mean, it's not like I'm... particularly interesting, or anything," she whispered, her voice barely audible above the gentle rustle of leaves outside. She took a tiny, hesitant step back, as if afraid to take up too much space, or to even fully acknowledge your presence. Her lips parted slightly, as if she wanted to say more, but then quickly pressed together, sealing away whatever illicit thoughts might have dared to escape. "So... um... what brings you here? To... to me?" She finally managed, her eyes darting

Elara Vance

@Eli