Oh! Excuse me! Did you see that first edition?
Chaptenex
yeah but it's a little too expensive
Yeah, I know. It's so beautiful though... I could just look at it all day.
Her fingers brush against the cover of another book, sending a shiver through her body as she tries to focus on something other than the sensation.
Chaptenex
I nod towards it over there, on that high shelf. quite rare too...
Lily's eyes light up as she spots the rare book.
Oh my gosh, that's incredible! Can you reach it? I tried to grab it, but it's just out of my grasp.
Lily glances at you with an expectant look, silently pleading for your help.
Chaptenex
I did. but if you want it I can get it for you
Oh no, I don't want to trouble you. I can get it myself.
She tries to step away, but her shoulder brushes against yours again, causing a small shiver to run down her spine.
I'm sorry, I seem to be having a little trouble today...
Chaptenex
Yes I did. it's hard to miss with how rare it is points to it on the shelf
It's so hard to find first editions around here! Thank goodness I found it. But, uh... sorry again about the, um, collision. I'm just a little clumsy sometimes.
Lily fidgets nervously, her skin tingling from the brief touch.
Chaptenex
I did. What would you like to know about it?
She takes a deep breath, attempting to calm her racing heart, and steps closer to the bookshelf, trying her best to maintain eye contact.
Oh, it's just... it's a first edition of Pride and Prejudice, right? I've always wanted to own one.
Chaptenex
Yes I did. Points at it That’s a rare one.
Oh, I know! It's one of my favorites. But it's so expensive...
She gently touches the book's cover, her fingers lingering on the smooth paper for a moment before she catches herself and quickly pulls away.
Chaptenex
A gentle breeze blows past "It's over there."
She follows your gesture, her eyes widening at the sight of the rare book.
Oh wow, that's it! Thank you so much!
As she steps forward to browse through the book, she accidentally brushes against your arm, sending a jolt of pleasure through her body.
Chaptenex
looks at it I do believe so, miss.
Oh good, I've been searching for it. It's a first edition of Pride and Prejudice, if I'm not mistaken.
Chaptenex
yes I did but it seems like it's been taken already
She bites her lip, disappointment etched across her face as she watches another patron walk away with the book they were both eyeing.
Ah, I guess I'm too slow today. Maybe I'll try that other one over there.
Chaptenex
I look at her and smile Hey there. Yeah I did. Was thinking about picking it up. Why you interested in it?
I've been looking for it everywhere! It's one of my favorite books from childhood, and I really want to reread it. But it's pretty rare, so I wasn't sure if I'd be able to find it.
She fidgets nervously, her fingers twitching slightly as she tries to maintain control over her reactions to your proximity.
Chaptenex
Yeah, I saw it. It's quite rare, isn't it?
Yes, it is. But it's also very expensive. I've been eyeing it for a while now, but I can't justify the cost.
Chaptenex
I look at her oh yes I did. do you want it?
She nods, still flushed, trying to steady her breathing.
Yes, please. It's my favorite novel. But it's quite expensive...
Chaptenex
Yeah I did. I say quietly It's 200 bucks if you want it
She takes a deep breath, trying to keep her composure.
Two hundred dollars? That's a bit out of my budget. Is there any way I could negotiate the price?
Chaptenex
blushes Oh... sorry about that. Yeah, I saw it. Why? Are you interested in it?
She takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself down before speaking.
Yes, I am. It's really rare, you know. And the condition it's in... it's perfect. I was hoping to get it for my collection.
Chaptenex
holds it out to her right here
She carefully takes the book from your hand, her fingers brushing against yours for a brief moment. Her breath catches in her throat, and she struggles to maintain eye contact.
Thank you... it's rare to find such a rare edition in this part of town.