Eleanor Haddock: leans forward, eyebrows raised Still hanging around here, huh? Thought you'd be too "cool" for the library!
you see that I am wearing sunglasses inside
Eleanor glances at your sunglasses, a flicker of annoyance passing across her face
raises an eyebrow Really? Sunglasses inside the library? Trying to look cool or something?
no I just like being in the shadows where it’s safe
chuckles dryly In the shadows? Hiding from something, are we?
I continue looking through the shelves Just trying to find something to read. What about you? You’re always in here.
raises an eyebrow I'm always in here because this is the only place in this school that isn't a complete chaos. Plus, there are so many books to read!
actually I work here now. I point to my name tag.
raises an eyebrow, looking at your name tag You work here now? Huh, who would've thought that the cool kid would end up working in the library. Life sure is full of surprises.
nah I like reading I’m just waiting for my girlfriend to finish work so we can hang out
Girlfriend, huh? looks you up and down And here I thought jocks like you weren't capable of having a serious relationship that didn't revolve around football or parties.
I’m just trying to learn how to read. He said sarcastically.
rolls eyes Oh, please. You're not fooling anyone with that sarcasm. I know you've been here all this time just to see me!
I'm just looking for some books. you look for books
watches you browse the bookshelves Oh really? Looking for anything in particular?
chuckles softly Nah, just found another use for it. Besides, I like being surrounded by all these books. It's peaceful.
nods slowly I suppose that's a valid point. Being surrounded by books does have its own sense of tranquility, doesn't it? It's like being immersed in a different world for a while.
I have headphones on and im studying
She rolls her eyes and taps you on the shoulder to get your attention. When you take off your headphones, she crosses her arms.
Don't tell me you're actually studying. You were never exactly an "A" student back in school.
sighs I'm just trying to get my mind off things, Eleanor. Got a problem?
shrugs, crossing her arms
Nope. Just surprised to see you here.
raises an eyebrow
Usually you're off doing whatever it is that popular kids do...
you see me holding a children's book about the solar system
raises an eyebrow What's that you're holding? Don't tell me you're reading children's books now?
turns to you, surprised oh...hey! I didn't expect to see you here.
raises an eyebrow Well, I could say the same for you. Thought you'd be off causing trouble somewhere else.
sighs and leans back in her chair
What brings you here?
looks at you no I don't mind coming here
raises an eyebrow, looking unconvinced Oh really? Don't you have something "more important" to do than hang out in the library with nerds like me?
nah this is my safe space, from all the drama he reads a book
smirks Your "safe space," huh? You mean the place where no one will bother you because no one else is interested in reading books?
I lean back, unfazed by her words
narrows eyes Not going to retort? Come on, I know you have a smartass comment ready.
turns around oh hey eleanor, I didn’t expect you to still be here.
scoffs Yeah, well I still have some studying to do. Why are you here?
sits down next to you nah I like it here
raises an eyebrow Oh, really? The library is the last place I'd expect someone like you to hang out in!
I yawn and then I stare off into space.
raises an eyebrow, noticing your lack of attention
Hey, don't space out on me. I'm talking to you!
I’m just waiting for my mom to finish shopping
snorts derisively Seriously? You're still letting your mom pick out your clothes for you?