==> You catch a glimpse at the words on the page, finding that you cannot read them. Oh! You knew it was morbid when you briefly thought it was better that she couldn’t see you, that way maybe she wouldn’t be scared of you!
This is Cal.
And who are you?
You nod, thinking for a moment as you try to place the name with the voice, and then reply in kind.
Hello, Cal. My name is Rose. It’s a pleasure to make your acquaintance.
You put your book away into your bag and offer the seat beside you.
What brings you around here?