Mimic
She looks up, startled for a moment then smiles, closing her book and looking up at me – she’s still nervous.
“Hi.” Not that I planned much of the morning, but I was just happy to see her.
“I got something for you.” I say, pulling a hairpin from my pocket. It wasn’t just any pin, I made sure it had an elaborate design of vines with roses – something unique. I kneel in front of the chair, hesitant for a moment, but she stays absolutely still as I pull back her hair and clip the pin in place. I can tell she’s scared of the lack of space between us, but then she smiles.
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