#honeysage

Literary Clues

Another month, another day, another couple hours of sitting back to read while library patrons ambled along in their own little worlds. Soft jade eyes occasionally flicked up from the top of a book to make sure no one needed help just then. Witche Tallan, the quiet librarian that presided over this literary domain, always enjoyed the few hours where just the regular readers came in. It was ample time to relax after daily checks were done. She would admit however, that this whole job was a challenge. No sane Swiss would have tried to open a library in France, Paris, no less! Witche had made sure to keep the extensive collection tripled amongst English, French, and German. As much as it was getting easier to read French, the young librarian found it still hard to learn the Latin based language. While still wrapped up in her own thoughts instead of paying attention, the small woman didn’t notice another leaned up against the counter.

“Hello?”

Witche looked up to see honey colored eyes gazing curiously at her. She squeaked in surprise, cheeks flushing red with embarrassment as her heart skipped a beat. “S-sorry, I wasn’t paying attention…”

The Frenchwoman giggled softly while presenting a wide smile and another stack of new cookbooks. “I’ve noticed. It’s okay.”

“…” Witche nodded a bit and began to check out the books. Oh, they were about Swiss and German desserts this time. Of course, she’d be more surprised if there wasn’t something chef related. The black haired woman knew this reader from many a visit before. Mogumo Tarube, a chef that ran her own café around Paris. It was exceptionally good, seeing as to how Witche’s own sister tended to visit often. Rherly wasn’t a fan of cafes, so it was amazing to see her get excited over one such establishment.

“You look wonderful again today.”

Witche almost dropped the book she was holding, cheeks burning for the second time today. Oh, right. After having initiated a conversation a month before, the baker was partial to drop a compliment or two. Witche suspected it was for the reaction she always got, a flustered and stuttery librarian. Surely it was nothing more than that. “Th-thank you.” Her voice dropped to a mumble, green eyes turned downwards to focus on her actual job. “Here and… have a nice day.” Witche handed Mogumo the books carefully.

“Thank you dear.” Mogu smiled warmly, turning to leave for the day. “See you next time then.”

Witche caught herself about to wave, halting the action quickly. “O-okay, bye!” She said before curling back up in her chair to read again, not really paying attention to the words now. The librarian was already wishing tomorrow come sooner.

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Extra:

“She likes you.” Rherly commented as she leaned against her sister’s chair while looking over at Mogumo, who was quietly reading at one of the tables.

“You need glasses.” Witche replied while flipping the page of her own literature. “Wh-Hey!!” The green eyed sibling protested as her glasses were lifted off her face.