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She knew even before the other girl answered that she would not hold the response Clover was looking for. Harlowe was not here anymore, and it seemed highly likely that he would not be coming back. Somehow, Clover had managed to miss Harlowe and by doing so had completely stunted any chance she had had with the young male. Unless she was lucky enough to locate the boy on her own by chance, the reality of her gift giving and the possible reciprocation of feelings would not be realized. She could feel her heart starting to ache and held the books closer to her chest, as if it would dull the pain.
The words Nayru spoke about his uncle did not help Clover any, but she still appreciated the woman’s attempt at trying to help her. She shrugged softly then, as if to suggest that Harlowe’s absence was no big deal, but she doubted if her gesture was believable. Clover would go on to find a new crush, as adolescents often do, but at the moment her world seemed desolate.
She really had no other business at the borders of the wolf pack, but she did not turn to leave merely because the other had decided to offer her name. Brushing back a stray strand of burnt ochre hair, Clover responded in a soft voice, "Clover Lykoi." It had been the first time she had used her given surname, and she was not sure why it slipped out now. To be polite, as was her usual manner, she added, "It’s nice to meet you."
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