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It was strange - she felt no awkwardness from this meeting. Lilin wasn't the most social person the world, far from it. More often than not, she would observe rather than take part in gatherings and other social events but there was something genuine about the copper male. Whatever it was, it made her want to trust him. The Virding merely waited at first, giving him and his friend a chance to catch up. Mediterranean irises lingered on the female as the duo made their way to her, curiously assessing the way the girl responded to her companion's silent encouragement. Whatever relation these two shared was most admirable.
The girl was introduced as Cassia, to which she responded with a friendly smile. Social etiquette had never been Lilin's forte. Her dam had not deemed it necessary to show her the proper way of greeting someone - everything she'd learned thus far, she owed it to Barrett and her friends. She knew what the curtsy's purpose was; responding to it adequately proved to be a challenge. ''The pleasure is mine, Cassia. And oh? Which pack mate of mine do you know?'' she replied curiously, wondering if it was one of the founding members or the newest recruits. Positive feedback was always rewarding. Her gaze followed Cassia's for a moment, knowing the girl had already spotted what lay hidden under the flowy material of her pareo. She still didn't know how to handle it, but the loner's warm smile was enough to temporarily soothe her insecurities.
Turning her attention back to Oak (who's anxiety hadn't gone unnoticed), Lilin decided to abord the subject of his inpromptu visit. ''What brings you two this far north? Are you planning on staying for a while?'' she questioned breezily, gesturing for them to follow her down the dirt path leading to Vinatta's village of residence, Jordheim.
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