She jumped at the sound of his voice, full engrossed in her book. Frowning she looked around them, hoping to see that he had been asking someone else. When it was clear that it was indeed her that he had addressed she uncurled herself and stood up, trying to flash him a smile. It came out as more of a slight twitch of her lips before her expression fell back to one of neutrality. She had been enjoying her book, and it was getting to the climax of a very important battle. She had been imagining herself there along side of the main protagonist, fighting for her life. Still, he had asked very politely, and it would be rude not to answer. "I'll show you. It's easier that way, and I'm no good with directions. Especially if you haven't been in the store before." She led him down aisles of books, turning once or twice before stopping. "Here you are. Would you like help finding something else?"
Yukin curled in on herself and got comfortable as she opened the book in front of her. It was one of her absolute favorites. The bookstore was quiet today, much to her relief, and most of the other customers simply ignored her in passing. Not that she minded in the least. While she could hold a highly intelligent conversation, for hours on end, social interaction was one of her least favorite things. People were cruel and self-absorbed, while books were silent, welcoming and non-judgmental.
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