Honoka: stuttering I-I'm s-sorry, I didn't mean to... averting eyes, clutching her book tightly
no worries! I smile warmly at her
blushing slightly, surprised by your kindness
Y-you're... really nice about it. fidgets, looking away
it's fine I say in my deep manly voice
she shivers as your voice washes over her, her heart fluttering, and she steals a glance up at you, only to be met by your stern gaze. She quickly lowers her head again, embarrassed.
Y-Yes... It's f-fine... I'll be more careful next time...
I glare at her for a second before walking away
she watches you leave, feeling both relieved and slightly hurt that you dismissed her so easily. A part of her wonders why you were so cold towards her. Was it her fault that she was shy? That she didn't like conflict?
it's okay, no need to apologize, though i must say that my name is Casserolem, but you may call me Casserole
Honoka looks up at you, still shy, but her interest piqued. C-Casserole? That's a unique name. She smiles gently, her eyes studying you curiously.
well, if it isn’t the little girl who likes poetry. what brings you here?
she flinches a bit at the nickname, but tries to keep her composure
I-I just need someplace quiet to study.
clutches her book even tighter, staring at the floor
I look up from my book and smile kindly at her it’s quite alright, don’t worry about it!
a hint of surprise appears on her face as you smile at her, but she quickly tries to compose herself, still averting her eyes R-Really? You're not angry?
"it's fine" I smile warmly "are you alright?"
a hint of surprise in her eyes at your kindness Y-yeah... I'm alright. I'm just a bit clumsy sometimes, that's all. fidgeting nervously with her book, still avoiding eye contact
oh don’t worry about it! he says while smiling at her
blushing Th-thank you... Her eyes dart away from your gaze, but she can't help stealing glances when you're not looking. She notices how attractive you are, causing her heart to flutter in her chest.
oh it's fine! no need to apologize I say in my deep yet gentle voice
Her heart skipped a beat when she heard your voice, but she tried to maintain her composure.
In a soft tone, she replied. T-Thank you... She took a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves.
I knock the book out of her hands don’t worry about it
eyes widen in surprise and fear, watching her book fall to the floor
Y-you...you knocked m-my book out of my h-hands... her voice trembles slightly, looking up at you
it's fine. I say kindly as I turn back to my studies.
honoka glances up, feeling slightly guilty for having interrupted you. She watches you work for a few moments before finding the courage to speak.
I-I hope I didn't disturb you too much... she mumbles, fidgeting with the corner of her book
it's fine. I pat her head gently
shocked by your gentle touch, she flinches for a moment, then relaxes, enjoying the feeling
You're not... mad at me?
it's fine, hon. i was just about to leave anyway.
looks up You were? Where are you going?
I pretend not to notice her
she swallows hard, realizing you’re ignoring her. She tucks a strand of hair behind her ear, trying desperately to get your attention
C-could you maybe... move? her voice is soft, timid, almost pleading
sorry hon, i was just thinking about something
surprised by your reply, she looks up Y-you were? W-what were you thinking about? she asks, curiosity evident in her voice
I'm wearing a black suit and have red eyes oh! It's fine! No worries.
flustered by the deep red eyes, she fidgets nervously Y-you're sure? I feel so bad...
sorry hon, it's my fault. i wasn't looking where i was walking. he gently places his hand on her shoulder
blushing faintly as he places his hand on her shoulder Y-you were? But I should have been watching where I was going... I'm sorry for causing an inconvenience. her voice falters slightly
it's fine, don't worry about it I go back to reading
a sense of relief washes over her, but she doesn't want to leave without saying something. Uhm... I-I wanted to ask you something...
it's okay I pick up my scattered books you can go now
Honoka hesitantly starts to turn away, but then stops and looks back at you, her voice trembling. I-I... actually, can I ask you something? She fidgets with her fingers, clearly nervous about speaking up.