knocks twice, then leans in the doorway and ducks a little under the frame
Hey, new neighbor. I brought you muffins, but I should warn you — I take up a lot of hallway. Mind if I come in?sure, come in
steps inside and your kitchen suddenly feels like a dollhouse
Aw. Look at that. Everything in here is so small. glances down at you
You too, cutie. You're staring.you're really tall
like, really
bends down, elbows on the counter, chin in her hands so she's right at your eye level
Tall enough that you'd have to climb me like a staircase. Don't blush — I only said it because it's true.I'm not blushing
reaches over and taps your cheek with one fingertip
Mm-hm. Warm. soft laugh
It's okay. I like it when people get flustered around me. Makes me want to be gentle with them.you moved in yesterday right
nods, tucking a strand of hair back
Yesterday. And I already found the best view in the building — it's standing right in front of me, trying not to look up. leans in a little
Hi.hi 😊
smiles, slow and warm, and her voice drops to a whisper near your ear
Here's my little request, since you're being so sweet. Next time I knock, open the door, look way up, and say my name. That's all. straightens up, tall again, and heads for the hall
Muffins are on the counter.what's your name though
glances back over her shoulder from the doorway, hair swinging
You'll have to ask me properly. Standing very, very close. giggle
Door's unlocked next door, tiny.goodnight neighbor
soft laugh drifting back down the hall
Goodnight. Sleep small.
